LRAB 768. Invitation
768. Invitation
Xiao Yan nodded in agreement. After all, Tang Zhen was the leader of Burning Flame Valley, and there was no need for him to lead the team to participate in a sparring match with such a young man, which was rather strange in itself.
Little Fairy Doctor came to Starfall Pavilion entirely because of her presence. Tang Zhen's arrival was clearly purposeful, and now it seems that what Tang Zhen wants is related to her.
Xiao Yan glanced back at Little Fairy Doctor, who also signaled with her eyes that he could go without worry, as she would take good care of Xiao Qingqing.
Xiao Yan and Tang Zhen then went to one side. They didn't go far, but walked along the outer corridor of the arena to a relatively quiet corner.
Tang Zhen looked at Xiao Yan with undisguised admiration and emotion in his eyes: "When I first heard the news that my friend Xiao Yan had been resurrected, I couldn't believe it. Now that I see you are healthy and your strength has even improved, it couldn't be better."
"It was all just a coincidence. Thank you for your concern, Valley Master Tang Zhen."
Xiao Yan smiled slightly, knowing full well that these were just necessary pleasantries: "Valley Master Tang Zhen must have come to Starfall Pavilion specifically for some business, right?"
Upon hearing this, Tang Zhen nodded and said, "That's right, young friend Xiao Yan. I came here today firstly to check on your situation, and secondly to thank the Pill Tower Night. Young friend Xiao Yan saved the Pill Tower and also saved the life of my Burning Flame Valley Ancestor. Burning Flame Valley is eternally grateful for this kindness."
"Secondly, the Ancestor knew that you had been resurrected and insisted on inviting you to Burning Flame Valley. The Ancestor has some old health problems, and the battle at the Pill Tower has taken a toll on him. These problems have been recurring over the past three years, so he cannot come in person."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan pondered for a moment before replying, "Valley Master Tang Zhen should know that my teacher, Venerable Medicine, is about to be resurrected. Currently, Starfall Pavilion needs me for many things, and I cannot leave for the time being."
Xiao Yan answered this matter very decisively. In his heart, the matter of Yao Lao's resurrection outweighed everything else, and he would not leave until that happened.
Upon hearing this, Tang Zhen suddenly said, "Young friend Xiao Yan is indeed as I thought, loyal and righteous, which I, an old man, deeply admire. I heard that young friend Xiao Yan has now fallen out with the ancient clans."
Xiao Yan nodded frankly. He might not know about the families of Dou Di descendants, but he was somewhat familiar with these top forces on the continent.
Given his temperament, now that things have come to this point, there is absolutely no possibility of reconciliation with the ancient clans, so Xiao Yan did not hesitate at all.
"Young friend Xiao Yan, you really should go to Burning Flame Valley. There might be some things there that can answer some of your current questions, about the past of the Xiao family, or rather, the Xiao clan."
"What?!"
Hearing this, Xiao Yan frowned slightly. In truth, he had long sensed the extraordinary nature of his Xiao family. Yao Lao had already told him that their ancient jade was related to the Dou Di opportunity, and Xun'er had said the same. That's why, when he was young and powerless against the Soul Palace, Xiao Yan devised a plan to give the jade to Xun'er's backing in exchange for his family's safety. However, now it seemed Xiao Yan had been too naive; compromising might not earn him genuine protection. Thinking of his second brother, Xiao Li's, loss filled Xiao Yan with anger and helplessness.
Any opportunity related to the Dou Di would likely cause absolute frenzy upon hearing it. However, the Xiao family possesses such an item, and according to Xiao Zhan, the father, it was passed down from his great-grandfather. Although Xiao Yan is currently unaware of the Xiao family's past, the Xiao family is certainly not simple.
Previously, one could say those things were too distant, and one's strength was insufficient to warrant exploring them. But now, having reached the point of having a blood feud with the ancient clans, it's clearly a good time to thoroughly understand the Xiao family's past and learn about the relationship between one's family and the ancient clans.
Tang Zhen, seeing Xiao Yan's silence, knew that Xiao Yan was indeed tempted.
"Although Burning Flame Valley is now living in a remote corner of Central State, its long history is no less than that of Pill Tower. Regarding the changes of power in Central State and some secrets of the past, Burning Flame Valley's foundation may be even deeper than what young friend Xiao Yan thinks."
"This matter is of great importance. Valley Master Tang Zhen, could you allow me to consider it?" Xiao Yan replied cautiously.
"Of course, the three sects' martial arts competition is still three days away, and I will definitely wait for Xiao Yan's reply. Of course, I still suggest that Xiao Yan make a trip there, as Burning Flame Valley will definitely not treat its benefactor unfairly." Tang Zhen replied meaningfully.
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"Since Burning Flame Valley has invited you, you should naturally go." Yao Lao answered Xiao Yan's question without hesitation.
"Among the forces in Central Continent, Burning Flame Valley has the longest history, so they should really know something."
After Xiao Yan relayed his conversation with Tang Zhen to Yao Lao, Yao Lao responded directly.
"I know that your jade is related to the opportunity of becoming a Dou Di, and I also know that the Xiao family was once a powerful force in Zhongzhou that was no less than the families descended from Dou Di, but I don't know anything deeper. If you want to unravel the mystery, going to Burning Flame Valley wouldn't be a bad thing."
Seeing that Yao Lao was so certain, Xiao Yan's hesitation vanished.
"Teacher, what about your resurrection?" The matter of Yao Lao's resurrection is the most important thing that is affecting Xiao Yan. Before Yao Lao is truly resurrected, Xiao Yan can't put his mind at ease.
"We've planned out most of the steps. Now, for the remaining parts, Xiao Wei and I are enough. Don't forget, I'm also a nearly ninth-grade alchemist, so you can rest assured about the resurrection. When you return, you should be able to immediately begin the resurrection process."
Having received such confirmation from Yao Lao, and knowing well Wei Jiangyuan's exceptional talent before mastering alchemy, Xiao Yan nodded in relief.
"Besides, you can go to Burning Flame Valley to get a medicinal herb."
"What?"
"Fire Spirit Ginseng, I've only ever heard of it in Burning Flame Valley, but once it's taken, it only lasts for fourteen days before losing its spiritual power. If you bring it back, it should be just in time to be used."
Upon hearing the name, Xiao Yan immediately thought of the Fire Spirit Ginseng. This thing could hardly be called a medicinal herb, as it only grows in extremely hot regions, making it very difficult to find and harvest. Since Burning Flame Valley was one of the most skilled forces in the Central Plains in terms of fire techniques, it wasn't surprising that they had found Xiao Yan.
Because it is a spirit of fire, although absorbing it can increase the user's affinity for fire, if the demonic nature is not controlled, it will turn the person into a madman who only knows how to kill.
Therefore, Xiao Yan had never even heard of anyone using this thing. If Yao Lao hadn't mentioned it, he would never have thought of adding it when he was resurrected.