Chapter 95: Xiao Yan Speaks, The Three-Year Agreement

The fiery red sun broke free from the horizon and leapt out, its warm rays illuminating the earth. Inside the room, the young man slowly tore off the mask on his face and tossed it into his Storage Ring. From then on, the identity of Yan Xiao could temporarily retreat. His true name was Xiao Yan! Xiao Yan took off the Alchemist's robe that had been concealing his identity, revealing his handsome face! The Sword Embryo he had obtained from the Kunpeng Nest last time was strapped to his back. His hand gripped the Sword Embryo, and a strong gust of Spiritual Qi stirred up a vortex in the room. He had already broken through to the Dou Zong Realm. If he were to use the Buddha's Angry Fire Lotus and various other methods, even a Dou Zun expert would not be his match. Possessing such terrifying strength was largely due to the support from his brothers in the chat group. And today was the day of his Three-Year Agreement with Nalan Yanran. He was prepared to ascend the Cloud Mist Sect and settle this matter! Then, he would continue to grow stronger and completely eradicate the Soul Palace! Before setting off, Xiao Yan sent a message in the group chat. Xiao Yan: "Brothers, the Three-Year Agreement is here! I'm going to the Cloud Mist Sect. Are any of you interested in coming to join the fun?" Shi Jian: "Absolutely, my friend! We're on our way!" Lin Dong: "Old Xiao, that Cloud Mist Sect is bullying you because you're an honest person. If you can't bring yourself to act, just tell me, and I'll help you wipe out their Sect!" Fang Han: "Dare to break off the engagement? Make her regret it..." A group of people quickly responded in the group. Xiao Yan's Three-Year Agreement was something they had been looking forward to for a long time. Shi Jian: "Open the Teleportation Channel! We're coming over now!" Shi Jian spoke, and in less than a few minutes, everyone appeared in an inn on the Dou Qi Continent. "Is this the Dou Qi Continent?" Everyone curiously observed their surroundings. It seemed not much different from their own worlds. "Thank you all for coming to support me!" Xiao Yan clasped his fists and thanked them. "Hehe, is it really support? We're just here to watch the show!" Shi Jian chuckled in response. With Xiao Yan's current strength, why would he need help to deal with a mere Cloud Mist Sect? They were mainly there to join the fun. "Your presence alone is a form of support for me, and I've already benefited greatly from the group chat!" "Although verbal thanks are too shallow, I still want to sincerely thank you all! Without your help, I would definitely not be where I am today!" Xiao Yan thanked everyone very earnestly. "We're all brothers, why say such things!" Shi Jian waved his hand, indicating there was no need for more words. "Let's go to the Cloud Mist Sect quickly! I can't wait to see the face-slapping scene!" "Alright!" Hearing this, Xiao Yan no longer acted coy and turned to walk towards the Cloud Mist Sect. Shi Jian and the others followed behind him. The Cloud Mist Sect was the most powerful force in the Jia Ma Empire, having been passed down for generations. This ancient sect stood at the peak of the Jia Ma Empire, its status even stronger than that of the Jia Ma Empire's Imperial Family. Every generation of the Empire's Imperial Family was extremely wary of this colossal entity so close at hand. If it weren't for the protection of a mysterious exotic beast, the Jia Ma Empire would probably have been controlled by the Cloud Mist Sect long ago. Xiao Yan and the others arrived at the foot of the Cloud Mist Sect. The Empire's Imperial Army was stationed here. Nominally, this army was to protect the Cloud Mist Sect, but in reality, it was guarding against the Cloud Mist Sect. "For an Empire to send people to guard at the foot of a Sect, it seems this Cloud Mist Sect does have something!" Lin Dong said with emotion. "That's right. As the villainous force in Brother Xiao's story, their strength must be there, but not much!" Shi Jian also said with a smile. "Sects being above Dynasties is also the case on the Bountiful Continent; the Heavenly Academy is the strongest!" Yang Qi recalled the Bountiful Continent. The group chatted as they headed towards the Cloud Mist Sect. Xiao Yan did not join their conversation. He walked at the very front, taking unhurried steps towards the peak that pierced the clouds at the end of the world. Carrying a giant sword on his back, he resembled an ascetic. He had waited three years for this day. On the unobstructed road, the young man in a black robe, carrying a black Sword Embryo on his back, was particularly eye-catching! Shi Jian and the others consciously fell behind him, following at his back. Many surprised gazes turned towards them. Xiao Yan walked with light, even steps, as if he heard nothing. Each step was firm and unhurried, exuding a composure and freedom that made people turn their heads! "Brother Xiao seems a bit fiery today?" "He looks a bit handsome, doesn't he..." "Tsk tsk tsk, just thinking about what's about to happen, I'm a bit excited..." Shi Jian, Meng Qi, and the others quietly chattered behind him. It was rare for Xiao Yan to have such a serious moment. However, it was normal for him to have this spirit. Having been a cripple for several years, and then enduring the humiliation of a doorstep engagement annulment... Now that his Cultivation had greatly improved, it was time to wipe away the shame. At such a time, he naturally had to face it with utmost solemnity. At the foot of the mountain, the largest military camp appeared in continuous undulations on the flat grassland. Beside countless white tents, soldiers practicing Cultivation could vaguely be seen. The military camp here was extremely heavily guarded, but it did not obstruct those who were on the road. The soldiers on guard by the roadside merely glanced casually before letting Xiao Yan and the others pass. Xiao Yan did not use Dou Qi Wings but walked steadily. Shi Jian and the others leisurely followed behind him, as if they were strolling. Lush green appeared on both sides, and the figures of the soldiers gradually began to disappear. Bluestone steps, like a path to the heavens, appeared before everyone. Xiao Yan paused slightly when he stepped onto these ancient stone steps, which had existed for an unknown number of years. Around him, faint sounds of sword cries seemed to rise, echoing crisply from the end of the stone steps. Xiao Yan paused for a moment, then stepped onto these ancient stone steps. At this moment, the Three-Year Agreement officially arrived! The moment his foot landed, Xiao Yan seemed to feel his Soul exhale a breath that had been suppressed for three years. Three years ago, he left home burdened by a reckless and childish anger, venturing deep into mountains and vast deserts, constantly transforming himself like a pupa amidst swords, blood, and fire. Because of the chat group's existence, his transformation was incredibly powerful. So powerful that the entire Cloud Mist Sect was merely an occasional thought in his eyes. Yet, all his efforts were for today's agreement. The Three-Year Agreement, as long as the agreement was not yet fulfilled, his chest was filled with an inexplicable emotion. Xiao Yan's eyes skipped over step after step, penetrating the obstruction of space, fixing on the woman sitting cross-legged at the top of the mountain. "Nalan Yanran!" Xiao Yan uttered her name without emotion, then stepped across the stone steps one by one. The others followed closely behind him. At this moment, perhaps only Yang Qi could truly empathize with some of Xiao Yan's emotions. Although their situations were somewhat different, some emotions were the same. At the end of the stone steps, countless clouds and mist enveloped the area. Behind these clouds and mist was an enormous plaza. The plaza was paved with bluestone, appearing very ancient and grand. At the very center of the plaza was a massive stone tablet. The stone tablet recorded the names of past Sect Masters of the Cloud Mist Sect and those who had made great contributions to the Sect. The stone tablet narrated the Cloud Mist Sect's past glory. On both sides of the plaza were towering steps that gradually ascended in a circular formation. At this moment, these steps were almost completely filled with people. At the very front of the steps were the Cloud Mist Sect's Low-Level Disciples. Slightly further back were the Advanced Disciples, Core Disciples... On the highest stone platform were more than a dozen white-robed old men sitting cross-legged, meditating! These Elders appeared unremarkable on the surface, but their Cultivation and strength were profound, as they were the Elders of the Cloud Mist Sect. Below these Elders, there was a separate set of steps. Sitting on the steps was a woman in a moon-white robe. Her eyes were tightly closed, and as the breeze blew, her robe clung to her delicate body, revealing her perfect, curvaceous figure. This woman was none other than Nalan Yanran, who had broken off the engagement with Xiao Yan. There were thousands of people in the plaza, yet at this moment, it was completely silent. Apart from the howling wind, there was no other sound. Occasionally, as the wind swept across the plaza, the white robes of thousands of Disciples fluttered, like clouds descending from the sky, which was incredibly awe-inspiring. The sound of rushing wind echoed in the air, and suddenly, figures appeared on some of the giant trees surrounding the plaza! These were all experts from the Jia Ma Empire. Jia Xingtian, Fa Ma, and the heads of several other families along with their Juniors... Of course, there was also the angel investor, Hai Bodong. These people were invited by the Cloud Mist Sect to observe the battle, both to have them bear witness and for the Cloud Mist Sect to show off its strength to them. Evidently, the Cloud Mist Sect achieved its goal. In the eyes of experts like Hai Bodong, the breathing rhythm of thousands of Disciples in the plaza was exactly the same, their auras intertwining. This was a type of combined attack formation; no matter where one attacked, they would face a continuous and relentless counterattack! This formation made the observers wary. The entire plaza remained quiet, and time passed silently. The sun climbed to its zenith, and warm sunlight poured down. Faint footsteps gradually sounded from the steps below the plaza. All the Cloud Mist Sect Disciples opened their eyes, their gazes fixed on the bluestone steps. Nalan Yanran on the stone platform also abruptly opened her bright eyes, her gaze fixed on that spot, and her originally calm heart suddenly fluttered a few times! The footsteps grew closer, and the white-robed Elders on the stone platform also opened their eyes and looked there. Hai Bodong and the other Imperial experts also turned their gazes towards that spot. Under the gaze of nearly a thousand eyes in the plaza, the black-robed young man carrying the Sword Embryo completed the last steps. His gaze, devoid of joy or sorrow, swept across the plaza, then met that of the beautiful young woman: "Xiao Family, Xiao Yan!"