Battle Through the Heavens: I Am the Righteous Path

[Okay, although I am not happy with you, I agree with you on this matter.]

After getting Lei Dong's reply, Xiao Yan made a proposal to the Stone Clan and the Spirit Clan just as he did with the Yao, Lei and Yan Clans. The two clans agreed without much hesitation.

After this, each tribe will go back to explain the situation to their own clan leader and bring back the news that the Shiling and Shiling tribes have not been destroyed. It will be troublesome if a war among the eight tribes really breaks out because of this incident.

By the way, after watching Xiao Mei's drama, the disciples of the eight clans were very interested and asked for a recording crystal each. Xiao Mei gave them away very generously. She didn't sell it in the academy before because she didn't want others to make money with her name. Now that they have come to Zhongzhou to help Xiao Yan, she can still do this favor.

"Is this matter over for now?"

Inside the room, Xiao Yan closed the document and raised his hand to rub the bridge of his nose. As long as he could reach an agreement with the representatives of the eight clans, then there would most likely be no problem with the families behind them. After all, the proposal Xiao Yan made did not require any effort on the part of the eight clans. If the eight clans really wanted to increase their control over Zhongzhou, they would have no reason to reject Xiao Yan's proposal.

"Father." Zijing pushed the door open and walked in, saying to Xiao Yan at the table, "Except for the Ancient Clan, the other eight clans have already left, and Sister Xun'er and the others are ready to leave at any time."

"Oh, I see."

Xiao Yan nodded. He had agreed with Xun'er in front of the ancient Bodhi tree that they would go to the Ancient Clan together later. Xiao Yan also wanted to take this opportunity to visit them in person. Although he had heard a lot about the eight clans before, Xiao Yan had never actually seen what the eight clans were like. This was also an opportunity.

At this time Gu Qinghan also walked in and looked at Xiao Yan and said.

"Xiao Yan, I have already told the leader about everything that needs to be arranged. We can set off now."

Naturally, Gu Qinghan also has to go back this time. After all, he has been away for three years, and it is time for Gu Qinghan to go back and see his family.

Xiao Yan looked at Gu Qinghan and stood up with an apologetic look on his face.

"I'm sorry. I've been bothering you for the past few years and you haven't had time to go back."

In response, Gu Qinghan shook his head lightly, signaling Xiao Yan not to worry about it. Xiao Yan also chuckled and shrugged. The three of them came to the outside of the Tianhe Alliance together. The ancient clan led by Xun'er were already waiting there in formation.

In addition, regarding the fact that Gu Qinghan had held Gu Zhen down and prevented them from informing the family about the rescue efforts, the Black Annihilation Army had tacitly ignored the matter. They had to report it to the family before because it concerned Xun'er's life, but now that Xun'er was fine, they didn't have to report the matter, otherwise Gu Qinghan would have to be punished. Gu Qinghan was the sister who had watched them grow up, so she could just turn a blind eye.

"Brother Xiao Yan!" Seeing Xiao Yan, Xun'er walked over quickly with a look of joy on her face, "Can we set off now?"

"Yeah." Xiao Yan smiled slightly and turned to look at Zijing, "Zijing, please tell your mother and the others that I may have to stay in the Ancient Clan for a while, so they don't have to worry."

"Well, I will tell you. I wish you a safe journey."

With Zijing's farewell, Xiao Yan followed the ancient clan and entered the exclusive passage back to the ancient world. Finally, after everyone entered, the exclusive passage was slowly closed, and Zijing turned around and returned to the Tianhe Alliance.

The Ancient Clan is one of the most powerful forces on the Douqi Continent, and is also recognized as the number one family among the eight clans today.

Xiao Yan followed everyone through the space gate. What came into view was the majestic and ancient huge stone pillars standing on both sides of the towering steps, and at the top of the steps was a huge door.

Then Xiao Yan looked down and found that the floor tiles under his feet were actually suspended in mid-air, surrounded by auspicious clouds, as if standing above the clouds. Xun'er also smiled and explained.

"This is the gate to the ancient world. If you want to enter or exit the ancient world, you have to pass through the door above the steps."

Afterwards, everyone walked up the steps and pushed open the door. A burst of strong light enveloped everyone, making Xiao Yan feel dazzling. He closed his eyes slightly. When Xiao Yan opened his eyes again, he saw a vast new world.

The magnificent afterglow of the setting sun shone on the huge ancient city before him. Standing on the street, Xiao Yan could not feel the end of this huge city. Although the street in front of him was crowded with people and seemed prosperous, it did not seem noisy. The whole ancient city exuded a solemn and ancient atmosphere.

"Brother Xiao Yan, this is the ancient world created by the Dou Sheng masters of the ancient clan. It has a history of thousands of years. Millions of people with the blood of the ancient clan live here. What is in front of us is the main city of the ancient clan, which is also the seat of the ancient clan's greatest authority."

Xiao Yan nodded frequently as he listened to Xun'er's introduction, and then frowned slightly after hearing a number and asked in astonishment.

"Millions of residents?"

"Well, after all, the ancient world was opened up about ten thousand years ago. I haven't calculated the exact number of people, but it's at least six or seven million."

Hearing this, Xiao Yan's brows twitched and he asked again.

"How big is this ancient world?"

"Hmm," Xun'er tapped her lips lightly, and after thinking for a moment, she answered, "If you count the mountains and forests and other places, it's about half the size of Zhongzhou."

A small half of Zhongzhou.
Xiao Yan's brows trembled even more intensely. He had a deep understanding of how big Zhongzhou was. He had been in Zhongzhou for so many years. When he established the Tianhe League, he traveled everywhere, but he had not visited 50% of the places. Was this ancient world ridiculously large? Were the spaces opened up by the eight ancient clans so large?
Seeing Xiao Yan's expression, Xun'er understood what Xiao Yan was thinking and smiled.

"Brother Xiao Yan has misunderstood. After all, the Ancient Clan is one of the strongest clans among the eight clans. There are many Dou Sheng masters in the clan, so the space is naturally much larger than that of other clans. The space opened up by other clans must be reduced by at least one third."

Just cut off one third? That's big enough.

But it's true. After all, so many people have to live here, and they are all descendants of ancient times. It would be inappropriate if the space is not too big.

Just as Xiao Yan was thinking this, suddenly several men in black flashed here and surrounded Xiao Yan and his group. Xiao Yan only needed to explore a little before he discovered that these men in black were all at the peak level of Nine Revolutions Dou Zun without exception. A rough glance showed that there were more than twenty of them. And looking at their attire, it was obvious that these men in black were just the most basic combatants.

This made Xiao Yan sigh. He didn't even need to look at the high-end strength. Even just the black-clothed people in front of him made him deeply see the gap between the Tianhe Alliance and the eight ancient clans. At least for the current Tianhe Alliance, those at the peak of the Nine-Transformation Dou Zun were already able to serve as the pillars, but in the ancient clans they were just the most basic personnel. The gap was obvious.

Then these men in black knelt down on one knee in unison, buried their heads deeply, and shouted loudly.

"Welcome Miss Xun'er back to the tribe!"

After these men in black knelt down, a middle-aged man with a dignified face walked over from the crowd. After seeing this middle-aged man, the Black Annihilation Army, including Gu Qinghan, were all stunned and knelt down on one knee in unison, which made Xiao Yan immediately guess the identity of this middle-aged man. He probably was Gu Qinghan and their superior.

The middle-aged man came to Xun'er and knelt on one knee, his calm voice showing respect.

"Miss Xun'er, the Dark Lord Gulie is waiting for your return here on the orders of the clan leader."

"Well, take us there."

Xun'er nodded lightly and responded very calmly. Although her tone was calm, Xiao Yan clearly felt a majestic temperament from Xun'er that was completely different from before. Xiao Yan couldn't help but feel that this sister whom he had raised since childhood was actually a little strange.

"As you command." Gu Lie bowed his head and replied, then stood up and frowned, looking at Xiao Yan who was standing behind Xun'er, "Miss Xun'er, who is this?" "The executor of the Tianhe League, Xiao Yan." Without waiting for Xun'er to speak, Xiao Yan clasped his hands and said respectfully, "I apologize for your sudden visit. Please bear with me."

Xiao Yan? Is that the man that the young lady always talks about?

Hearing Xiao Yan's name, Gu Lie was slightly startled, and then a look of hostility flashed in his eyes. He looked Xiao Yan up and down without any concealment.

Three-star Dou Sheng late stage, haha ​​~ this age is really good, but compared with the young lady, it is still... Wait? Three-star Dou Sheng late stage???
Gu Lie couldn't help but rub his eyes, and once again sensed Xiao Yan's strength, his face suddenly darkened.

It's really the late three-star Dou Sheng! You know, even Miss Xun'er, who has divine blood, is only in the early two-star Dou Sheng!
No? What did this kid eat to grow up? Didn’t the Xiao family bloodline die out long ago? It was revived after failing to obtain it? ? ?
Before meeting Xiao Yan, Gu Lie, like other Gu clan elders, was very dissatisfied with the fact that the third young master of the impoverished Xiao family had seduced Xun'er away.

What is Gu Xun'er's identity? She is the daughter of the head of the ancient clan, and she has a divine bloodline that has not appeared in the ancient clan for thousands of years! You, Xiao Yan, are just a poor descendant of a branch of the Xiao clan. The head of the family is only a Douling spirit. What qualifications do you have to win Miss Xun'er's heart?

This is because Gu Lie shoulders the important task of leading the Black Annihilation Army to defend the ancient clan. Otherwise, with his temper, he would have to run to Zhongzhou to beat Xiao Yan up and make him consider his own weight.

But now, Guile didn't know what to say.

At the same age as Xun'er, he has reached the late three-star Dou Sheng level. This is because Xiao Yan has no background. If he were placed in any of the eight clans, such a genius would be the focus of attention.

It is impossible to challenge Xiao Yan by using strength, but it seems unreasonable to challenge him by using background. Strength depends on talent, but it can also be attributed to personal strength. Background is completely determined by nature. It is indeed ridiculous to look down on others by using something that is determined by nature.

In the end, Gu Lie pursed his lips and gave up the idea of ​​causing trouble for Xiao Yan, still comforting himself in his heart.

Before, Xun'er even threatened to commit suicide in order to meet Xiao Yan. Even if I use my family background to challenge him, Xun'er will definitely protect me in front of Xiao Yan. I am just feeling uncomfortable.

In this case, let the elders worry about it, since this matter is not within their job scope anyway.

Gu Lie coughed lightly and waved his hand. A space door appeared in front of everyone. Xun'er raised her hand and grabbed Xiao Yan's hand with a sweet smile on her face.

"Let's go, Brother Xiao Yan, let's go see father together."

Before Xiao Yan could speak, Xun'er dragged Xiao Yan into the space gate. Gu Qinghan, Gu Zhen and others did not follow him in. After all, their main duties were in the Black Annihilation Army. Although they had a good relationship with Xiao Yan before, they were still very clear-headed.

After sending Xun'er and Xiao Yan away, Gu Lie looked at Gu Zhen and others who were still kneeling on one knee on the ground, and said in a deep voice.

"You have done a great job in protecting the young lady this time. You can take a three-day break and then work as usual."

"Yes."

Gu Zhen and the others responded in unison, and they breathed a sigh of relief in their hearts. Fortunately, they did not report the incident of Gu Qinghan holding them down and not allowing them to use the communication token. Otherwise, Gu Lie would not be so nice and give them a holiday, and Gu Qinghan would definitely be punished.

Then Gu Lie looked at Gu Qinghan, his voice slightly solemn.

"Gu Qinghan."

"exist."

Gu Qinghan lowered his head and responded in a solemn voice. Gu Lie looked at Gu Qinghan and spoke slowly after a while.

"Although it was Young Lady's order, as the commander-in-chief of the Black Annihilation Army, you have abandoned your post for three years without permission. You should be severely punished."

Gu Lie suddenly paused when he said this, which made Gu Qinghan's heart rise to his throat. Gu Zhen and others were also stunned and were ready to stand up and plead for Gu Qinghan.

Then Gu Lie suddenly changed the subject and said.

"But now, I'll give you a chance to make amends."

As he spoke, Gu Lie raised his hand and waved it gently. The others immediately understood what he meant. Then everyone suddenly disappeared, leaving only Gu Lie and Gu Qinghan.

Gu Qinghan also understood that Gu Lie had entrusted him with a personal task, so he stood up, stared at Gu Lie, and spoke in a serious voice.

"Please give your orders, my Lord. Qinghan will do his best."

"Well, it's nothing serious."

Gu Lie's expression was still as serious as ever, but his eyes revealed a bit of confusion, which made Gu Qinghan stunned. She had been the commander-in-chief for so many years, but had she ever seen the Black Annihilation King Gu Lie show such an expression?
Gu Lie frowned, his eyes swaying left and right. After hesitating for a long time, he looked at Gu Qinghan again and said in a deep voice.

"Gu Qinghan, I just remembered something." Gu Lie hesitated and said, "Are you old enough to get married?"

"what?"

Gu Qinghan was stunned and didn't react for a long time.

I thought I was left behind for some important mission, but this is what happened?

Before Gu Qinghan could come to his senses, Gu Lie continued.

"How about this, while you are here, you can decide your lifelong event first? Don't worry, I have already picked out the right person."

"This"

Gu Qinghan's expression was stunned, the corners of his mouth twitched slightly, and Xiao Yan's face appeared in his mind. Then he clasped his fists and lowered his head, wanting to refuse. At this time, Gu Lie spoke at the same time.

"You have known Xiao Yan for quite a while. How do you feel about him?"

"Sir, Qinghan is not looking for a partner for the time being. Hmm???"

Gu Qinghan was intent on rejecting Gu Lie's proposal of marriage when he suddenly came to his senses and looked up at Gu Lie in surprise.

Xiao Yan? (End of this chapter)