"How could you say that? I was quite frightened by that aura just now," Yao Tianhuo said.
"If that were really the case, you old fellow wouldn't be so calm." Xiao Tianbao had a "I see right through you" expression.
Yao Tianhuo was taken aback, then rubbed the back of his head and laughed loudly.
As expected of you, Tianbao.
The two returned to the Xiao family together, drinking and talking merrily in the courtyard. Dark clouds brewed lightning in the sky, and rain gradually began to fall.
Han Feng was cultivating diligently in his room. Medusa and Zi Yan were also working hard.
"It's raining."
Medusa suddenly opened her eyes, feeling a little restless.
She didn't like rainy days.
Although the rain would bring that insignificant amount of water to the desert.
But this kind of "blessing" was also the reason why she had to change the status quo.
Perhaps she should go back.
Medusa looked at Han Feng and Zi Yan, sighing slightly in her heart.
She still quite liked the life of these past few years, feeling as if she had lived out a different version of herself.
Although Cai'er stubbornly treated her as a younger sister, and she herself had denied it many times, she had actually gotten used to it after hearing it so much.
This was the second time she had felt "family affection."
Their bloodlines were close, and their emotions were close. Medusa was very sure that Cai'er truly regarded her as a younger sister.
She didn't know if she was foolish or smart, but all in all, her goal had been achieved.
She herself had also developed a subtle "concern" for her.
"Medusa, what are you looking at?"
Zi Yan, this girl, couldn't sit still either and ran to Medusa's side.
Noticing her tall figure, Zi Yan specially jumped onto the windowsill.
The fact that Medusa could grow up so quickly was something Zi Yan was very "envious" of.
Her cultivation goal now was to grow up and become a great beauty like Medusa.
"It's nothing, just watching the rain."
Zi Yan looked out the window, didn't see anything interesting, and jumped down.
"What's so good about watching the rain?"
Medusa looked out the window, her eyes melancholic.
I still need to become stronger...
No matter what, she had to break through to Dou Ancestor as soon as possible. Being by Han Feng's side was the fastest stage of her improvement.
Thinking of this, Medusa devoted her entire mind to cultivation.
Zi Yan looked at Medusa, who had sat back down to cultivate, with a puzzled expression and frowned.
She's not resting anymore?
It made her too embarrassed to slack off.
Zi Yan felt an inexplicable senseof competitiveness, sighed, and sat back down as well.
Cultivation, cultivation, she hated cultivating the most.
The night passed without a word.
The next day.
Han Feng and the others set off early.
Xiao Tianbao had already arranged everything, leading the group onto a flying treasure ship, heading for the imperial capital, Zhuque City.
Two days later, in the early morning, the group arrived at their destination.
Today, the light was just right. Looking from afar, the golden sunlight sprinkled on the city walls of Zhuque City. The huge wing pattern on the wall seemed to be burning, looking magnificent.
Han Feng and the others stood on the deck of the flying treasure ship, looking down at the city not far away, a sense of pride rising in their hearts.
The capital of this Nanli Nation was much more imposing than the Jia Ma Empire.
As expected of the foundation of a unified country. The founding emperor, Sikong Ming, was indeed a remarkable person.
"Is this Zhuque City?" Medusa whispered to herself, her eyes shining with curiosity and awe.
"It's so magnificent," Zi Yan also couldn't help but exclaim. Her eyes showed a longing and yearning for this ancient capital.
She didn't know if it was an illusion, but Zi Yan felt that there was something in Zhuque City that made her blood boil.
The Vermilion Bird was a legendary exotic beast. At least within the last ten thousand years, no one had seen it again.
It had only left behind legends, and the faith of a portion of the people.
Xiao Tianbao was very calm. It was clear that this was not his first time in Zhuque City.
"Alright, we have to land outside the city gates."
In Zhuque City, apart from some specific flying tools, others were not allowed to fly without authorization.
This point would be heavily emphasized by the guards upon entering the city.
Once violated, one would be directly arrested by the "Zhuque Guard."
If one resisted violently in the process, the "Zhuque Guard" had the right to execute them.
Xiao Tianbao controlled the flying treasure ship and slowly descended.
There were special people in the city to receive them. Experts would naturally receive different treatment.
"I am Cheng Xiao. Greetings, Senior Xiao."
A reception emissary clasped his fist in a salute to Xiao Tianbao. He was the emissary specially assigned to receive the Xiao family.
Xiao Tianbao returned the salute, then smiled. "Haha, I didn't have this kind of treatment before."
Cheng Xiao's smile remained unchanged. "Senior Xiao is a Venerate now. Your status is naturally different. Please, Her Majesty the Empress has already prepared high-class accommodations for you."
Han Feng and the others entered the city smoothly. The motorized carriage ran at high speed and steadily. After a short while, they arrived at a luxurious hotel in the city.
"This place is really grand."
It was also the first time Zi Yan had seen such a luxurious building. Even the corners of the eaves were resplendent.
The Nanli Nation's geographical location was special. It exported various ores all year round. In terms of money, they were definitely not lacking.
Otherwise, they wouldn't be able to support such a large steel army.
After Xiao Tianbao showed the invitation, a maid directly led them upstairs to find their accommodation.
This hotel was very large. The upper floors were specially for receiving distinguished guests. The rest of the entourage couldn't stay there and were arranged on the ordinary floors.
After Han Feng submitted his invitation, he also came to the top floor with the best view.
Medusa and Zi Yan, as "family members," followed Han Feng into the room.
"Wow!"
When Zi Yan saw the super-large soft bed in the room, she flew over with a single bound and sank into the soft quilt.
"It's so comfortable!"
Han Feng flicked a wisp of Dou Qi, hitting Zi Yan's bottom.
"Ouch! Uncle, what are you doing?"
"Take off your shoes first," Han Feng said.
This child, Zi Yan, was too wild. Before being brought back to Jia Nan Academy by Su Qian, she had always been a beast in the mountain forests, so she was unrestrained.
But since she was living in human society, she still had to be taught some rules.
"I know!"
Zi Yan kicked off her shoes, and one of them just so happened to fly onto Han Feng's shoulder.
Han Feng's brow twitched.
Zi Yan knew she was in trouble and immediately jumped over to retrieve the flying shoe.
"Sorry, Uncle, I was wrong."
"Your pill quota for this month is halved."
"What! You promised you wouldn't deduct my pills!" Zi Yan shouted.
"That was last month's business."
"Hmph, then I won't recharge your stone tablet either."
Han Feng ignored Zi Yan's threat.
A few seconds later, Zi Yan admitted defeat.
"Uncle, I was wrong."
"To know one's mistake and be able to correct it, there is no greater good." Han Feng smiled.
Zi Yan stopped talking, returned to the bed, pulled the quilt over her head, and began to sulk.
Medusa stood by the window, gazing at the scenery in the distance.
This Zhuque City was really big. She couldn't even see the end of it, and it was bustling with prosperity everywhere.
The pedestrians on the street were dressed in festive clothes, and everyone was smiling happily. Perhaps a festival was coming.
"Want to go out for a walk?"
Han Feng walked to Medusa's side.
"We have some free time."
Medusa nodded lightly.
Zi Yan did a carp flip and jumped up from the bed.
"I want to go too!"