Chapter 438: Chapter 440: Xiao Yi Xian Heads to Central Plains!

Chapter 440: Xiao Yi Xian Heads to Central Plains!

“Uncle Hong, you claim that Hong Chen has limitless potential. May I ask, what is his current cultivation level? Is it comparable to mine?”

Just as Hong Li was praising his son, a crisp voice rang out from the entrance.

Hearing this voice, everyone in the hall instantly understood that today’s central figure had arrived.

When Hong Li saw his "future daughter-in-law" entering, he wore a warm and friendly smile. However, the moment he probed Han Yue’s cultivation, his expression froze.

“How is this possible? She’s already reached Dou Emperor!”

Realizing Han Yue’s level, Hong Li swallowed the words he had been about to say.

Standing behind Hong Li, a young man in his early twenties, clad in a green robe, stepped forward with a smug expression. Approaching Han Yue, he smiled and said, “Han Yue, I heard you returned from Jia Nan Academy some time ago. I’ve been busy cultivating at Wind and Thunder Pavilion, so it took me a while to visit.”

“You just asked about my current cultivation, right? Let me show you!”

With that, Hong Chen flared his Dou Qi, preparing to display his full strength.

“Chen’er, don’t embarrass yourself!”

Hong Li’s stern voice cut through Hong Chen’s actions.

It was no laughing matter. An eighteen- or nineteen-year-old Dou Emperor was a rarity, even among the core disciples of Wind and Thunder Pavilion. Compared to that, Hong Chen’s Dou King-level cultivation was utterly unimpressive.

Hong Chen, startled and dissatisfied with his father’s reprimand, turned to him with a confused look.

Ignoring his son, Hong Li bowed respectfully to Han Chi and said, “Brother Han, let’s pretend this proposal never happened. It’s clear that Niece Han Yue is far beyond what our Hong family can aspire to.”

With that, Hong Li turned and strode out of the hall.

Although still perplexed, Hong Chen quickly followed his father outside.

Once they had left the Han family’s hall, Hong Chen could no longer contain his curiosity. “Father, why were you so dismissive of me just now? And why did we leave as soon as we saw her? Do you think Han Yue isn’t good enough for our family?”

“Chen’er, Han Yue’s cultivation has already reached the peak of the four-star Dou Emperor level. With her talent, do you think she would even consider you?” Hong Li said gravely. “At this rate, she’ll surpass my level within a few years!”

Hong Chen’s eyes widened in disbelief. “Father, are you saying Han Yue has reached such a level? Could you have made a mistake?”

“Do you think I would mistake something like this?” Hong Li retorted sharply.

With Hong Li’s confirmation, Hong Chen finally accepted the truth. Muttering to himself, he said, “She’s already a Dou Emperor… What kind of training does Jia Nan Academy provide to allow her to advance so quickly?”

“A few months ago, I sent people to gather information about Jia Nan Academy,” Hong Li explained. “I found out that Han Yue’s master is a seventh-tier alchemist with a very high standing within the academy!”

“This marriage proposal was an attempt to form ties with that seventh-tier alchemist, but now it’s clear that’s no longer an option.”

“A seventh-tier alchemist!”

Hong Chen exclaimed, his shock evident. “Even in the Northern Region, a seventh-tier alchemist commands respect from countless powerhouses. I never imagined Han Yue would be so fortunate to have such a master.”

Hong Li sighed deeply and said, “Right now, what we should be worried about is that Han Yue’s rapid growth will inevitably lead to the Han family surpassing us. When that happens, the Han family’s strength will crush our Hong family. You know well that while we maintain a facade of harmony with the Han family, there’s constant conflict beneath the surface. If the Han family becomes too powerful, I fear there won’t be a place left for the Hong family in Tianbei City.”

“You need to make something of yourself! Don’t let the family legacy fall into your hands only to have it uprooted by the Han family!”

“I understand, Father! Once I become an inner disciple of Wind and Thunder Pavilion, even if Han Yue’s master is powerful, they wouldn’t dare lay a finger on our Hong family.” Hong Chen’s response was half-hearted, as he had little confidence in becoming an inner disciple.

In Han Yue’s courtyard, Gu He spent his days accompanying Yun Yun for short walks outside their room, watering the flowers and plants, and occasionally offering guidance to Han Yue and Han Xue in their training.

From his avatar, Gu He received updates on the progress of Liu Ling, Xiao Yi Xian, Nalan Yanran, and Qing Lin. All four were training diligently and had made significant advancements.

Among them, Liu Ling, besides his cultivation, was deeply immersed in the study of alchemy and was nearing the threshold of becoming a sixth-tier alchemist.

As for the magical beasts, the Void Beast had been the first to break through to the eighth rank, and the Crimson Jiao was in seclusion, attempting to reach Dou Venerate. Only Xiao Jin lagged slightly, remaining at the peak of the four-star Dou Ancestor level.

One day, after the Void Beast ascended to Dou Venerate, Xiao Yi Xian announced her desire to travel to the Central Plains for further training.

With the Void Beast’s newly enhanced mastery of spatial manipulation at the eighth rank, it could rival many high-level Dou Venerates in spatial abilities, significantly reducing travel time.

“Senior Sister Xian’er, are you really planning to go to the Central Plains?” Nalan Yanran asked with an envious tone after hearing Xiao Yi Xian’s decision. As the sect master of the Yunlan Sect, she could move freely within the Jia Ma Empire, but the thought of venturing to the distant Central Plains made her hesitant.

“Yes. I’ve already collected a vast amount of poisonous materials from the Poison Saint’s relics in the Cloud Empire, enough to sustain my cultivation for a long time. I want to see what greater opportunities lie in a bigger world. Why don’t you come with me?” Xiao Yi Xian replied.

“I’d love to go with you, but the sect…” Nalan Yanran hesitated, torn between her responsibilities and her desire for adventure.

“Yanran, there are so many elders in your sect. Everything will function just fine without you for a while. Look at my Poison Sect—whether I’m there or not, it’s all the same,” Xiao Yi Xian said persuasively.

“Really?” Nalan Yanran seemed to waver under Xiao Yi Xian’s words.

“Oh, stop hesitating! It’s decided!” Xiao Yi Xian said with finality, making the decision for her.

Afterward, Xiao Yi Xian called Qing Lin over. “Qing Lin, come here!”

“When Master’s avatar finishes its seclusion, tell him that Senior Sister Yanran and I have gone to the Central Plains for training,” Xiao Yi Xian instructed.

(End of Chapter)

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