Chapter 315 Xiao Yan Refuses: A Teacher for a Day is a Father for Life!
Meanwhile, in Zhongzhou.
Inside the ancient courtyard.
Gu Yuan stood with his hands behind his back under the ancient Bodhi tree, gazing intently at the light screen in the sky that had driven the entire Dou Qi Continent into a frenzy.
His inner world was far from as calm as it appeared on the surface.
The eleventh disciple of the Primordial Celestial Court.
Others, like the Soul Emperor, might think that being ranked eleventh is just an insignificant, marginal character.
However, Gu Yuan, as a nine-star Dou Sheng standing at the pinnacle of the Dou Qi Continent, naturally has a different perspective on the issue.
"That young man with the sword on his back called himself the first-order."
"Judging from the attitude of that old man from the outer sect, his strength is definitely that of a high-ranking official in the Celestial Court.
Gu Yuan was secretly calculating in his heart.
"How vast is that Celestial Court? Its disciples probably number in the hundreds of millions."
"Xiao Yan, a Great Dou Master from the lower realm, had just stepped into the Immortal Lord's Hall when he was directly granted the identity of the eleventh sequence, bypassing countless trials!"
"What does this mean? It means that in the eyes of that supreme immortal lord, Xiao Yan's potential is actually ranked eleventh in the entire Immortal Court!"
This is an unparalleled honor so heavy it could crush the entire Dou Qi Continent.
Gu Yuan slowly withdrew his gaze and turned to look at Gu Xun'er, who was still in a daze.
Although the worry had not faded from the girl's eyes, there was more of an unbelievable shock and surprise.
Gu Yuan sighed inwardly.
In fact, he had always known that Xun'er was deeply in love with that young man from the Xiao family in Wutan City.
Back then, Xun'er was sent to the Xiao family to find the whereabouts of the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade, but unexpectedly, her daughter fell in love with it.
With the complete decline of the Xiao family, Xiao Yan became a useless person again. Gu Yuan had always tacitly opposed this relationship that was not a good match between people from different social classes.
After all, how could the daughter of an ancient clan marry a good-for-nothing who couldn't even protect himself?
But now, everything is different.
Xiao Yan is no longer the boy who needed to hide under the protection of his family.
He has now been noticed by a major player.
Once Xiao Yan truly joins the Immortal Court, even if he only learns a tiny bit, when he returns to the Dou Qi Continent, he will surely sweep across the entire Central Continent with overwhelming force, trampling all the ancient eight clans under his feet!
"Xun'er..."
Gu Yuan broke the silence in the courtyard, his tone gentler than ever before.
"I remember you used to have a very good relationship with Xiao Yan when you were in Wutan City?"
Xun'er was taken aback by Gu Yuan's sudden question. Her delicate and refined face flushed red, and she lowered her head somewhat awkwardly, her two slender fingers twisting the hem of her clothes incessantly.
"Father...why did you suddenly ask about this?" Xun'er's voice was barely audible.
Looking at his daughter's shy appearance, Gu Yuan became even more certain.
He sighed deeply, a kind smile appearing on his face.
"In the past, I always worried that the boy from the Xiao family was not good enough for you and would not be able to protect you in this cruel Dou Qi Continent."
"But now it seems that my vision was too narrow."
Gu Yuan looked up at the light screen, his tone becoming extremely solemn.
"That perfect world, though fraught with danger at every turn, also contains unparalleled opportunities to break free from the shackles of heaven and earth."
"Xiao Yan has a ruthless streak in his bones."
"Since the Immortal Lord has taken a liking to him, it means that he does indeed have the talent to defy fate."
Gu Yuan walked up to Xun'er and gently patted her shoulder.
"Xun'er, I'll tell you the truth today."
"if..."
A glint of light flashed in Gu Yuan's eyes.
"If Xiao Yan can survive in that world and successfully complete the trial, he can return to the Dou Qi Continent."
"As your father, I will no longer stop you."
"In fact, your father will personally approve of your marriage."
"And make him the most honored guest of my ancient clan!"
Upon hearing this, Xun'er suddenly raised her head, her face filled with surprise.
"Father! You, you're telling the truth?"
Xun'er could hardly believe her ears.
The ancient clan had strict rules, yet my father was willing to break the barriers of social class for Xiao Yan!
Gu Yuan smiled and nodded.
A gentleman's word is as good as his bond.
He silently added in his heart: "As long as Xiao Yan can return alive, then he will be the only true god of the Dou Qi Continent."
"For the ancient clan to be able to establish this relationship, it means that the ancient clan has climbed a high place!"
...
Meanwhile, undercurrents were swirling within the ancient tribes.
The image on the light screen remained fixed inside the Immortal Lord's Hall of the Primordial Immortal Court.
In the center of the main hall, Xiao Yan knelt on the floor paved with immortal crystals.
Jiang Chen's words, "Would you be willing to join my Primordial Immortal Court?" echoed in my ears.
This is a chance to rise to the top in one step.
If he nods, he can become the eleventh disciple of this supreme immortal lord.
He can not only wash away all the humiliation suffered by the Xiao family, but also obtain power enough to crush the Soul Palace, and even the entire ancient eight clans.
He was tempted; after all, he craved power so much.
However, Xiao Yan did not agree immediately.
He took a deep breath and lowered his head even further.
The main hall was silent except for the smacking sound of Xiao Shihao gnawing on a bone.
After a long while, Xiao Yan slowly raised his head and looked directly at Jiang Chen on the throne.
"This junior is very grateful for the Immortal Lord's kindness. This favor is as heavy as Mount Tai to this junior."
Xiao Yan's voice was a little hoarse, but he emphasized every word.
"But... I cannot agree to that."
I refused!
He actually refused!
Outside the light screen, all living beings, whether on Dou Qi Continent or Douluo Continent, thought Xiao Yan had gone mad.
Instead of taking the direct path to heaven, they dared to refuse the invitation of such a supreme being? Isn't that courting death?!
On the throne, Jiang Chen's expression remained unchanged; he merely raised an eyebrow slightly.
"Oh? Why?"
Xiao Yan took a deep breath and said in a calm and unhurried tone:
"When I was in the lower realm, I experienced a low point and ridicule that was hard for ordinary people to bear."
"During those darkest days, it was my teacher who pulled me out of the mire, taught me martial arts, and taught me how to make medicine."
"Although he is only a remnant soul, in the hearts of juniors, a teacher for a day is a father for life."
"Your divine power is unparalleled, my teacher is probably not even a speck of dust in front of you."
"But if a junior were to switch allegiance to the sect because of the master's power, how would that junior be any different from those beasts who betray their masters and ancestors?"
Xiao Yan stood ramrod straight, and his words came from the bottom of his heart without the slightest affectation.
Inside the ring.
Upon hearing Xiao Yan's words, Yao Lao's illusory soul was already weeping uncontrollably.
He had one apprentice in his life named Han Feng.
For the sake of the strange fire, they dealt him a fatal blow from behind, destroying his physical body and trapping his soul.
His second disciple is named Xiao Yan.
In order not to betray him, this remnant soul that could only hide in the ring, actually dared to refuse the supreme giant in front of him!
"My good disciple, I was right about you!"
The old man cried like a child inside the ring.
Inside the main hall, after hearing Xiao Yan's words, Jiang Chen suddenly laughed.
The clear laughter echoed in the hall, instantly dispelling the previously oppressive atmosphere.
"What a wonderful saying: 'A teacher for a day is a father for life.'"
Jiang Chen looked at Xiao Yan, his admiration growing stronger.
He knew that Xiao Yan valued loyalty and righteousness, but seeing with his own eyes that he could still stick to his principles in the face of such temptations was truly rare.
"I have not only correctly judged your qualifications, but I have also correctly judged your character."
Jiang Chen tapped his finger lightly.
"The teacher you care about is the one hiding in that ring, isn't he?"
As soon as Jiang Chen finished speaking...
With a "buzzing" sound.
The black ancient ring on Xiao Yan's hand uncontrollably lit up with a light.
The illusory soul of the old doctor was actually lifted up by a gentle force and suspended in mid-air in the main hall.
The old doctor was terrified, but under Jiang Chen's deep gaze, he couldn't even muster the slightest thought of resistance.
"You've certainly taught a good apprentice."
Jiang Chen looked at the old doctor, his tone indifferent.
Then, he turned his head and looked at Liu Shen standing to the side.
"Willow God, this wisp of remnant soul is like a candle flickering in the wind in this vast world."
"Meeting is fate, so let us grant him a destiny."
(End of chapter)