Ye Hao's figure descended from the sky, landing steadily on the plaza of the Haotian Hall.
His aura was domineering and vast, several times stronger than before he had left.
This made Mo Tianxing and the others even more shocked.
But just as they were still immersed in their astonishment,
Nalan Yanran and Yun Yun moved almost at the same time, rushing toward Ye Hao as if competing with each other.
Yun Yun was a Dou Emperor, her speed far surpassing Nalan Yanran.
She had regrets from her previous life; this time, she absolutely could not lose.
Medusa had already taken the lead before her. This time, she could not let Nalan Yanran get ahead again.
In the next moment,
Yun Yun directly threw herself into Ye Hao's arms, her arms tightly wrapping around his waist.
Her soft body pressed against him, her warm breath and refreshing fragrance rushing toward him.
Ye Hao was stunned and was just about to speak.
Another angry voice rang out.
"Yun Yun! Have you no shame? Let go of my Brother Hao!"
Nalan Yanran rushed forward and reached out to pull at Yun Yun's sleeve.
Yun Yun's gaze turned cold, and she casually pushed back with her hand.
Nalan Yanran was already slower, and the gap in their strength was huge. She was instantly pushed back, staggering.
Her eyes suddenly turned, as if she had thought of something.
Her footing became unsteady.
With a thud, she sat directly on the ground.
Then she began to cry loudly.
"Brother Hao! Look at her! She's bullying me! You have to stand up for me!"
Ye Hao's head throbbed, and he was completely dumbfounded.
What was going on?
Why had both of them, master and disciple, come to the Black Corner Region?
Seeing that crying was not very effective, Nalan Yanran immediately wiped her tears and stood up.
She quickly rushed forward and tightly hugged Ye Hao's waist from behind.
With one in front and one behind, the two stunning beauties directly sandwiched Ye Hao between them.
Ye Hao did not know whether to laugh or cry. His whole body stiffened, and for a moment, he did not know what to do.
Mo Tianxing, Fan Lao, and the others nearby were dumbfounded.
In the next moment, everyone reacted and immediately scattered in all directions, not daring to stay any longer.
"My wheat is ready to be harvested!"
"I need to go home and collect my clothes!"
"My wife is about to give birth!" (TL/N: Bullsh*t.)
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In the blink of an eye, only Ye Hao, Yun Yun, and Nalan Yanran were left in front of the hall.
With no outsiders present, the two immediately started arguing again.
"Let go of him! He's mine!" Nalan Yanran shouted angrily.
"Why should I? Ye Hao has never acknowledged you. Stop being so self-indulgent!"
Yun Yun did not yield an inch, hugging him even tighter, her cheek pressed against Ye Hao's chest.
A faint smile appeared on her blushing face.
"You're a vixen, stealing your own disciple's man, completely shameless!"
"What disciple? You've already been expelled from my sect. There is no longer any master-disciple relationship between us! You're making a scene and acting unreasonably. Ye Hao will only dislike you more!"
"You you you… nonsense! Brother Hao will only dislike you, you vixen!!"
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The two argued back and forth, their faces flushed red, almost coming to blows.
Ye Hao frowned, about to speak and stop them.
Suddenly, his eyes sharpened as he looked toward the outskirts of the Haotian Hall.
A steady and powerful aura was rapidly approaching the Haotian Hall.
The aura was vast, far surpassing ordinary Dou Ancestors. The strength of the newcomer was only slightly weaker than the Earth Demon Elder.
"Hm? Someone is heading straight for the core of the Black Corner Region. Quite bold."
Ye Hao's thoughts stirred, and he temporarily restrained the two women in his arms.
"Stop arguing, someone's coming."
As soon as his voice fell, an elderly figure broke through the air and landed in front of him.
The old man wore a white robe. His hair was white, yet he carried a stern and imposing aura.
It was the Grand Elder of Jia Nan Academy, Su Qian.
Su Qian's gaze fell on Ye Hao, and he slightly cupped his hands, his attitude polite.
"Mr. Ye Hao, I am Su Qian, the Grand Elder of Jia Nan Academy. I have come uninvited, please forgive the intrusion."
Ye Hao raised his eyebrows. "Grand Elder Su Qian? We do not know each other. What do you want with me?"
Su Qian smiled faintly and slowly revealed the truth.
"Hehe, Mr. Ye Hao, the one who previously warned you that the Earth Demon Elder intended to kill you was me."
Ye Hao suddenly understood. That anonymous letter had been sent by Su Qian.
"So it was Grand Elder Su who helped me. Ye Hao offers his thanks."
Su Qian waved his hand and went straight to the point, his tone carrying a hint of request.
"I came today after hearing that your alchemy skills are unparalleled and that you can refine eighth-grade pills."
"The two elders of my academy have been stuck at the peak of the Dou Ancestor realm for many years, unable to break through."
"I would like to ask you to refine two Breaking Venerable Pills for them!"
The Breaking Venerable Pill was an eighth-grade pill that could help a peak Dou Ancestor break through to the Dou Venerable realm.
This pill was extremely rare. No one in the entire Northwestern Continent could refine it.
Ye Hao's eyes lit up slightly, and he immediately made calculations in his mind.
He could agree.
But he had to set his own conditions.
"I can refine the Breaking Venerable Pill."
Su Qian was instantly overjoyed, excitement appearing on his face.
But Ye Hao's next sentence made his expression turn serious.
"But I have a condition."
"Hehe, of course. Mr. Ye Hao, feel free to state it. As long as we can provide it, there will be no refusal."
"I want the Falling Heart Flame of Jia Nan Academy."
The Falling Heart Flame was one of the top-ranked Heavenly Flames and the foundation treasure of Jia Nan Academy.
Su Qian's expression changed, and he shook his head repeatedly.
"No! The Falling Heart Flame is the foundation of the academy. I am only the Grand Elder, not the Headmaster. I cannot decide this!"
Ye Hao had expected this. He spoke calmly and threw out a decisive condition.
"You have been sealing the Falling Heart Flame for years. Hasn't its eruptions become more frequent?"
Su Qian's expression changed drastically, but he said nothing.
Ye Hao smiled and continued, "For you, this is an unstable factor. But I can help you solve it once and for all."
"How?" Su Qian asked.
"I can help you find a juvenile form of the Falling Heart Flame. Trade an unstable flame that requires constant effort to suppress for a well-behaved juvenile Falling Heart Flame and two Breaking Venerable Pills. You'll only gain, not lose."
Su Qian's body trembled, his pupils shrinking as waves surged in his heart.
A juvenile Falling Heart Flame was even more precious than a mature one.
If they could obtain it, Jia Nan Academy would no longer need to expend so much effort to manage it.
He took a deep breath and stared at Ye Hao, trying to confirm the truth.
"Little friend, is what you say true? Can you really find a juvenile Falling Heart Flame?"
Ye Hao nodded calmly, full of confidence. "Naturally."
Su Qian gritted his teeth, struggling intensely in his heart.
This was a huge gamble, but if successful, Jia Nan Academy would benefit greatly.
After a moment of silence, he suddenly raised his head and made a decision.
"Alright! I will trust you this once!"
"As long as you find the juvenile Falling Heart Flame for us, I will take the risk and make the decision!"
"Deal."
A slight smile appeared at the corner of Ye Hao's mouth. The deal was struck, and he was delighted.
The Falling Heart Flame was something he was determined to obtain.
With this flame, his collection of Heavenly Flames would gain another powerful addition, and his strength would rise to another level.
Meanwhile, Yun Yun and Nalan Yanran watched Ye Hao and Su Qian discussing important matters.
Neither of them dared to argue anymore and obediently stood at Ye Hao's side.
But when their eyes met, there was still a strong sense of hostility.
The drama of "master and disciple competing for the same man" had only just begun, far from over.
Su Qian glanced at the two women beside Ye Hao, a hint of understanding flashing in his eyes.
He tactfully chose not to ask more and cupped his hands. "I will return to make preparations."
"I will await your arrival at Jia Nan Academy."
After speaking, Su Qian did not stay any longer. His figure moved, breaking through the air as he departed.
Soon, the front of the hall returned to silence.
Ye Hao lowered his head and looked at the two beauties on his left and right, both gazing at him passionately.
One was gentle and noble, the other willful and fiery. They were master and disciple, or rather, they used to be.
He suddenly felt a headache coming on and did not know whether to laugh or cry.
"You two, have you made enough trouble?"
Yun Yun gently leaned against his shoulder and said softly, "As long as you let me stay by your side, I won't make trouble."
Nalan Yanran immediately hugged his arm and snorted, "I want to stay too! I still want to marry you!"
Ye Hao rubbed his forehead, feeling that life in the Black Corner Region was far more lively than any great battle.