LRAB 877. Ancestor Xiao Xuan
877. Ancestor Xiao Xuan
In this warm and subtle atmosphere, Xun'er finally remembered that she and Xiao Yan were not really alone.
Her cheeks flushed slightly as she leaned close to Xiao Yan's ear and whispered in a voice only the two of them could hear, "Brother Xiao Yan, there are still people around. After today, I will never leave you again... We... we have plenty of time."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan realized that their actions were indeed inappropriate at the moment, so he reluctantly released Xun'er's embrace.
Xiao Yan understood Xun'er's meaning. The root cause of their separation over the years was their own weakness. Because they lacked strength, they had no say in the face of behemoths like the ancient clans.
However, many years have passed, and Xiao Yan is no longer the naive young man he once was. Having experienced countless life-and-death trials, his strength is now vastly different. The external situation has also become more delicate and complex. Whether considering strength or circumstances, Xiao Yan must take Xun'er away this time and keep her by his side forever. He has waited too long for this day, and he is indeed in no hurry for this brief moment of tenderness.
Just after Xiao Yan and Xun'er parted ways, a figure appeared in the main hall. Xiao Yan looked at him and saw Lei Jingxiao, who looked somewhat travel-worn.
"Big brother!"
Seeing this, Xiao Yan took the initiative to ask, "Are you alright?"
After all, with Huo Zhi coming to help him deal with Tang Qiying, Lei Jingxiao was under considerable pressure. Instead, Lei Jingxiao looked like he wasn't quite satisfied: "Of course I'm fine! I've already killed that Soul Cliff, but it's a pity that the soul was too slow and couldn't stop Soul Jade. Otherwise, both of them would have fallen into my hands."
Upon hearing that Lei Jingxiao had actually collaborated with Feng Qiu to kill a Soul Clan prodigy, Xiao Yan couldn't help but give him a thumbs up.
Lei Jingxiao's ability to kill Hun Ya in such a short time is enough to prove that his strength has also greatly improved. Everyone here is a prodigy, and since we all entered this Heavenly Tomb together, it's not just him who has made progress.
Before they could continue their conversation, a figure silently appeared in the center of the hall.
Xiao Yan and his companions were all startled upon seeing this person. Despite their immense strength, the appearance of this figure was completely beyond their perception limits. He appeared so naturally, as if he had always been there.
Xiao Yan instantly locked onto the newcomer. The man was dressed in a simple blue robe, tall but not burly. His face wasn't particularly handsome, but there was a unique air of vicissitude between his brows. The man's eyes were extremely deep, possessing an attraction like a black hole vortex.
This person has nothing particularly remarkable about him, but he exudes an aura of supreme superiority, making him unforgettable once you've seen him.
Xiao Yan met the man's gaze. The man in the blue robe first scrutinized him, as if assessing something. Then, in that instant, the man revealed a faint smile. The smile was quite restrained, but Xiao Yan felt a sense of closeness, as if they were connected by blood. This smile instantly dispelled all the tension in Xiao Yan's heart, and not a trace of hostility arose within him.
No words or proof are needed; the deep-rooted blood ties prove everything.
With a thud, Xiao Yan knelt down without hesitation and bowed deeply to the man in blue: "Xiao Yan, an unworthy descendant of the Xiao family, pays respects to his ancestor!"
Xiao Xuan, the legendary figure who once stood at the pinnacle of the continent and was only half a step away from becoming a Dou Di, looked at Xiao Yan kneeling before him with only the peaceful and gentle gaze of an elder looking at a descendant.
"Xiao Yan... What a good name."
"Possessing multiple different types of flames... such an opportunity and such courage are truly rare."
Xiao Xuan's tone was full of satisfaction. With a flick of his sleeve, he helped Xiao Yan up: "Actually, I sensed your presence the moment you entered the Heavenly Tomb. Your performance along the way has been excellent! I'm very satisfied!"
Xiao Xuan was a figure who practically dominated an era, controlling the winds and clouds, and even had the opportunity to challenge for the Dou Di title. His words, "very good" and "very satisfied," carried immense weight, representing the highest recognition of Xiao Yan's achievements along the way!
Seeing Xiao Yan bow so excitedly, and hearing Xiao Xuan personally acknowledge and affirm his identity, the two exceptionally intelligent women, Xun'er and Huo Zhi, instantly understood the identity of the man in blue before them.
"Junior Xiao Xun'er greets Senior Xiao Xuan!"
"Junior Huo Zhi greets Senior Xiao Xuan!"
Unlike the two who were somewhat reserved, Lei Jingxiao smiled frankly, clasped his hands in greeting, and said, "Junior Lei Jingxiao greets Senior Xiao Xuan!"
Xiao Xuan's gaze swept calmly over Huo Zhi, merely nodding slightly in response. But when his gaze fell upon Xun'er, a scrutinizing light flashed in his deep eyes.
"You little brat, you are not a descendant of my Xiao clan. Moreover... the aura of blood flowing through your veins feels somewhat familiar to me, like that of an old friend?"
Xun'er nodded, meeting Xiao Xuan's gaze frankly, and said respectfully, "This junior is indeed from an ancient clan, but due to many changes in the outside world, I have lost faith in my clan and am determined never to be separated from Brother Xiao Yan again."
Xiao Xuan nodded, saying nothing more. He observed everything inside the Heavenly Tomb and naturally knew the relationship between Xun'er and Xiao Yan.
At Xiao Xuan's level, he naturally understood that judging people required transcending sectarianism and that bloodline wasn't everything. Regardless of power or family, character and temperament were the fundamental measures of a person. He had witnessed Xun'er's help to Xiao Yan.
Then Xiao Xuan turned to look at Lei Jingxiao, who was not afraid at all and chuckled.
Xiao Xuan had been living alone in this Heavenly Tomb for a long time. Although he didn't feel lonely or isolated, he still thought about many things from the past. Seeing Lei Jingxiao's unrestrained and flamboyant manner, and his heartfelt devotion to Xiao Yan, reminded him of someone, and he couldn't help but feel a sense of goodwill towards Lei Jingxiao.
"You little brat, possessing such pure Lei Clan blood, who is Lei Ying to you?"
Lei Jingxiao replied quite frankly, "He is my father, but my relationship with him is just so-so."
"No wonder..."
Xiao Xuan was not curious about Lei Jingxiao's family affairs; the only truly important person in his heart was the true descendant of the Xiao clan standing before him.
Xiao Xuan then praised, "Even setting aside your other achievements, the fact that you were able to bring half of the eight clans' prodigies here is enough to demonstrate your extraordinary abilities."