Fighting Arena.
The morning breeze was cool, and the early sun was warm.
Early in the morning, Xu Qi was still asleep when a knock on the door forcibly woke him up.
"Senior Brother Xu, Senior Brother Xu, wake up!"
Nalan Yanran came to urge him early in the morning.
"What time is it? Why are you here so early?"
Xu Qi, who had been woken up, grumbled under his breath, but still obediently got up and went to open the door.
Outside the door, bathed in the morning sun, Nalan Yanran, dressed in a moon-white robe, was radiant and captivating, her refined and elegant demeanor making her the most beautiful sight.
Seeing his sleepy look, Nalan Yanran pouted slightly and said, "Senior Brother Xu, you just got up? Have you forgotten that we're going to Wutan City today?"
Xu Qi quickly denied it: "I didn't forget, how could I forget? Just a moment, it'll be ready soon."
He closed the door behind him, quickly washed up, and changed into clean clothes.
When the door opened again, he had completely changed, becoming sunny and handsome.
Nalan Yanran couldn't help but be slightly lost in thought.
Let's go.
Xu Qi took the initiative to walk in front, and Nalan Yanran followed.
...
Yunlan Sect Square.
Nalan Yanran's decision to annul the engagement was no small matter, and the Yunlan Sect even personally prepared a flying magical beast for her.
Yun Yun came to see them off in person.
Besides Xu Qi, the group also included two disciples and Ge Ye, an outer sect elder of the Yunlan Sect.
Including Nalan Yanran, there are a total of six people, which is just right for a flying magical beast.
"Yanran, when you go to the Xiao family this time, you must discuss things amicably and not cause a scene, understand?" Yunyun instructed.
"I understand, teacher, don't worry." Nalan Yanran was a little impatient and urged the others to get on the back of the flying magical beast.
She waved to Yun Yun and said, "Teacher, we're leaving now. Wait for our good news!"
Be careful!
Before Yun Yun could finish her instructions, the flying magical beast had already taken off from the spot, circled in the high sky for a moment, and then flew quickly towards Wutan City.
...
Utan City is a small city in the Gama Empire, with mediocre strength and insignificant presence throughout the entire empire.
Three major families exist here, supporting the development of Wutan City.
Among them, Xiao Zhan, the patriarch of the Xiao family, temporarily held the upper hand over the other two major families with his cultivation as a four-star Great Dou Master.
However, the Xiao family's situation has not been good recently.
Xiao Yan, son of Xiao Zhan, was once a genius. He began practicing Qi cultivation at the age of four, reached the ninth level of Dou Qi at the age of ten, and successfully condensed a Dou Qi vortex at the age of eleven, becoming a Dou Zhe and gaining fame for a time.
Unfortunately, three years ago, this genius boy encountered an unprecedented change. His cultivation vanished overnight, and he fell from a former fighter to the third stage of Dou Qi, and has not made any progress since.
Some people felt sorry for him, while others gloated.
Xiao Yan also endured three years of ridicule and disdain.
Even though his father was the head of the Xiao family, he couldn't suppress the sarcastic and mocking voices.
...
On this day, the Xiao family welcomed several distinguished guests.
Yunlan Sect!
When everyone saw the group of Yunlan Sect members dressed in white with silver swords embroidered with cloud patterns on their cuffs, they were stunned.
"They...they are from the Yunlan Sect?"
"Yes! Why are they here??"
"Is that the Yunlan Sect, the number one sect in the Jia Ma Empire?"
For Wutan City and the Xiao family, the Yunlan Sect was a behemoth, unattainable.
Today, the arrival of people from the Yunlan Sect in person has shocked countless people.
"Hehe, Mr. Ge Ye, we have been waiting for you for a long time. Please forgive me for not being able to come out to greet you personally." As the clan leader, Xiao Zhan quickly stood up and bowed to Ge Ye and the others with a smile.
"Clan Chief Xiao, you're too kind." Ge Ye smiled slightly and cupped his hands in greeting.
Besides Xiao Zhan, several elders of the Xiao family and Xiao Yan were also present.
There were still quite a few Xiao family disciples watching from outside the door.
Xu Qi had never met Xiao Yan before, but he spotted the dejected-looking boy in the crowd at a glance.
Beside Xiao Yan was an elegant young girl dressed in green. She was beautiful, and even at such a young age, she was already so beautiful. If she grew up a few more years, she would undoubtedly be a beauty that could topple kingdoms.
That must be Xiao Xun'er.
After glancing at Xiao Yan and Xiao Xun'er, Xu Qi immediately checked their talents.
Xiao Yan
[Talent Attribute: Fallen Genius (Red)] This person possessed extraordinary talent, but due to an accident, their cultivation level plummeted, their confidence was shaken, and their path was fraught with difficulties. Significantly reduces cultivation talent.
[Talent Attribute: The Underdog's Rise to Power (Not Activated)]
[Talent Attribute: Divine Body of Different Flames (Not Activated)]
[Talent Attribute: Perseverance (Not Activated)]
[Talent Attribute: Appointed in a Time of Crisis (Not Activated)]
...
Xu Qi glanced down and saw a dozen or so densely packed talent lines—that was indeed a lot.
Except for the first one, all the rest are inactive talent attributes.
Moreover, that "Fallen Genius" greatly reduces cultivation talent, which Xu Qi doesn't want.
Xiao Yan hasn't even started his adventures yet, and many of his talent attributes haven't been activated. It's uncertain whether they will be activated in the future.
It would be such a waste to switch now.
Xu Qi had no choice but to turn his attention to Xiao Xun'er, who was standing to the side.
[Xiao Xun'er]
[Talent Attribute: Ancient Clan Saintess (Red). This person holds an extraordinary status within the ancient clan, enjoying high regard and favor. Can greatly enhance personal charm.]
[Talent Attribute: Stunning Beauty (Yellow)] This person is naturally beautiful and charming, but due to their young age, there is still room for growth. Can significantly enhance appearance.
[Talent Attribute: Golden Emperor's Blazing Flame (Not Activated)]
[Talent Attribute: Prodigy (Not Activated)]
[Talent Attribute: My Heart is at Ease (Not Activated)]
...
Xiao Xun'er's situation is the same as Xiao Yan's; she has many talent attributes, but unfortunately, none of them have been activated.
Xu Qi came here specifically because of the talents of these two people, but neither of them had activated their talents, giving him no chance whatsoever.
My mood suddenly soured.
...
"I wonder what brings you here, Mr. Kuzuha?"
After exchanging a few polite pleasantries, Xiao Zhan got straight to the point.
Yunlan Sect is so far from Wutan City, he didn't believe the other party was just here for a chat.
"What we're about to discuss is only with Clan Chief Xiao and Young Master Xiao Yan. As for the rest of you..." Ge Ye didn't finish his sentence, but his meaning was clear.
The elders of the Xiao family were all stunned.
Does Kuzuha mean that even they can't listen to him?
"Mr. Ge Ye, what is it that even we can't hear?" the Second Elder asked tentatively.
"This is a private matter between us and Clan Chief Xiao, not a matter between your Xiao family. Therefore, please, elders, move aside," Ge Ye said.
This is clearly Xiao family territory, yet they're acting as if Ge Ye is the master of the Xiao family.
"Since Mr. Kuzuha has said so, you should leave now."
Xiao Zhan also spoke up, so the elders of the Xiao family had no choice but to leave, and they also drove away the onlookers outside.
Soon, only Xiao Zhan and Xiao Yan, two members of the Xiao family, remained in the hall.
Ge Ye asked directly, "Clan Chief Xiao, do you know her?"
He pointed to Nalan Yanran beside him and asked with a smile.
"Forgive my poor eyesight... And who is this young lady?" Xiao Zhan looked Nalan Yanran up and down, then shook his head somewhat awkwardly.
...