Xiao Li touched the crystal ball, covering it with his soul power.
The next moment, a dazzling crimson light burst forth from within the crystal ball, illuminating the entire Dou Qi Pavilion.
Tang Zhen and Tang Huo'er were both stunned.
When a successor touches the inheritance crystal ball, it also detects their talent and aptitude.
If their talent and aptitude are very suitable for this secret technique, it will emit a brilliant light.
Tang Huo'er had also caused such a light in the past, but compared to the commotion Xiao Li caused, it was far too different.
In fact, looking back through the entire history of Fenyang Valley, very few people could cause such a great resonance as Xiao Li.
"I didn't expect Young Master Xiao to be so suitable for the Heavenly Flame Three Profound Transformations; no wonder he was interested," Tang Zhen said in surprise, a hint of regret appearing on his face.
"What a pity. If he were a member of our Fenyang Valley, how wonderful that would be."
But he only thought about it.
With Xiao Li's strength, their Fenyang Valley didn't have the ability to take him in.
Tang Huo'er, who was beside him, listened to Valley Master Tang's evaluation of Xiao Li, her beautiful eyes swirling with light, wondering what she was thinking.
She stared blankly at the seated Xiao Li, her mind pondering something unknown.
At this moment, Tang Zhen suddenly remembered something and looked at Tang Huo'er beside him.
"Huo'er, what do you think of Young Master Xiao?"
"What do you mean, 'what do I think'?"
"I mean, what do you think of him as a person? You're not young anymore. If you and Young Master Xiao get along, it would be a wonderful match," Tang Zhen said.
Tang Huo'er finally understood, her cheeks immediately flushing red as she said, "Daddy, what nonsense are you talking about?"
"I'm not talking nonsense. Young Master Xiao's conditions are so good. If you also think he's good, perhaps you can give it a try."
"I've also heard that Young Master Xiao has many women around him, which shows that he is also a normal man with normal preferences."
"Moreover, he treats the women around him very well. If you can also stay by his side, it would be good for you and for our Fenyang Valley," Tang Zhen analyzed seriously.
Before seeking Xiao Li's help, he had, of course, thoroughly investigated Xiao Li.
In terms of his visible battle achievements, Xiao Li could be said to have no weaknesses; he had never tasted defeat.
In other aspects, he also had almost no weaknesses. The only thing that could be considered a breakthrough point was that he had many women around him.
As the sages say, men who are not lustful are abnormal.
Tang Zhen didn't think there was anything wrong with Xiao Li's conduct. In fact, it was precisely because of this preference that people felt Xiao Li wasn't some perfect sage and still had an opening.
If Tang Huo'er could truly establish a relationship with Xiao Li, making his connection with Fenyang Valley even closer, that would naturally be a good thing.
"Father, if you keep talking nonsense, I won't talk to you anymore!" Tang Huo'er's face was flushed with shame.
Although she said this, as her father, how could Tang Zhen not see through Tang Huo'er's contradictory words?
Not to mention, the shyness on Tang Huo'er's face had already betrayed her.
So, Tang Zhen continued, "Huo'er, if you're too embarrassed to talk to Xiao Li, I'm thicker-skinned. I'll help you talk to him later."
This time, Tang Huo'er didn't retort but fell silent.
Her mood became very confused because of Tang Zhen's words, and she didn't know what to say... Time slowly passed, and soon an hour had gone by.
Finally, Xiao Li finished the inheritance, opened his eyes, and his mind was filled with much information about the Heavenly Flame Three Profound Transformations.
Seeing him awaken, Tang Zhen quickly stood up and asked with a smile, "How was it?"
Xiao Li nodded, "Thank you, Valley Master Tang, for your generosity. I have benefited greatly."
"Hahaha, Young Master Xiao, you're too kind. However, although the Heavenly Flame Three Profound Transformations is powerful, it is overly violent, so you need to be careful when controlling it," Tang Zhen reminded him.
"Understood."
Since the inheritance was over, the three of them left the Dou Qi Pavilion.
"What are Young Master Xiao's plans next?"
Xiao Li thought for a moment, "If there's nothing else, I'll naturally return to Tianbei City."
With the Heavenly Flame Three Profound Transformations in hand, he indeed had nothing left to do in Fenyang Valley.
Tang Huo'er, on the other hand, showed a hint of disappointment in her eyes upon hearing this.
Fortunately, she didn't dare to be proactive, so Tang Zhen helped her be proactive.
"Young Master Xiao, I have a private matter I'd like to discuss with you."
"Valley Master Tang, please speak frankly."
"Then I'll speak frankly. My humble daughter, Huo'er, is now at the prime of her youth and unmarried. I wonder if Young Master Xiao is interested in her?"
Although it was Tang Zhen who spoke, Tang Huo'er, who was beside him, was so shy that she hid behind him, not daring to look at Xiao Li.
Xiao Li also didn't expect Tang Zhen to say such a thing.
He smiled and said, "Miss Huo'er is so beautiful and charming, of course, I like her. I just don't know if Miss Huo'er thinks highly of me."
Upon hearing this reply, Tang Zhen's face immediately lit up with joy.
Did Xiao Li mean he was interested?
"Huo'er, did you hear that?"
At such a moment, Tang Zhen, this old fellow, didn't understand a girl's modesty.
Tang Huo'er was so embarrassed by his words that she covered her face and ran away.
"Hey, Huo'er, why are you running?" Tang Zhen was dumbfounded.
This was such a good opportunity for an honest face-to-face conversation. Why did she suddenly run off when things were going so well?
Xiao Li was also amused by Tang Zhen's way of thinking.
"Valley Master Tang, how can you discuss such matters so directly in front of a girl?"
"If we don't discuss it directly, why beat around the bush?" Tang Zhen didn't understand.
"I'll go find Huo'er."
"Alright, you two chat slowly." Tang Zhen was very happy.
His daughter and Xiao Li having a chance was, of course, a good thing!
...In the courtyard.
Xiao Li knew where Tang Huo'er's room was.
He knocked on the door: "Huo'er, it's me."
No response.
But Xiao Li knew that Tang Huo'er was inside, just not speaking.
He didn't rush her, just waited quietly at the door.
Finally, a minute later, Tang Huo'er's voice came out: "The door isn't locked."
Since she said that, Xiao Li naturally pushed open the door and walked in.
Tang Huo'er stood somewhat nervously, her gaze flickering: "Young Master Xiao, my daddy was actually joking just now; you don't have to take it seriously..."
She felt that Xiao Li had no reason to be interested in her.
"But from Valley Master Tang's expression, he didn't seem to be joking," Xiao Li walked over slowly.
"Moreover, even if Valley Master Tang was joking, I am serious."
He came in front of Tang Huo'er, looking at her flushed cheeks.
"So, Miss Huo'er, what is your intention?"
Again, this close proximity... The two of them were so close that Tang Huo'er's mind went a little blank.
"I, I don't know..."
"Then I'll answer for you."
Xiao Li leaned down and, under the girl's astonished gaze, kissed her thin lips.
"Mm ~"
Tang Huo'er's eyes widened instantly.
She felt her heart melt at that moment...