Chapter 1: Emperor Yan Returns to the 3-Year Agreement!

"Hun Tian Di, today, you will be defeated!"

In the Doupo Continent, Xiao Yan, having broken through to the Dou Di level, summoned the Strange Fire Square in his final battle to eradicate the Soul Emperor. At the same time, a brilliant fire glow erupted from his body.

As the fire appeared, the ground trembled, and a brightly colored stone pillar rose in the center of the square.

"Madman, you're insane! You dare to ignite the body of a Dou Di…"

Emperor Hun Tian, seeing Xiao Yan's almost desperate actions, showed a hint of fear on his ancient and unyielding face.

"Alliance leader!"

"The Emperor Yan is righteous!"

Across the world, countless people seemed to sense Xiao Yan's desperate act. At that moment, the ground was covered by a vast sea of black-clad people kneeling in reverence.

The next moment, Xiao Yan's body transformed into a sphere of brilliant flames. As soon as the flames took form, they swept toward the last stone pillar.

Suddenly, twenty-three fire pillars gathered together, forming a mysterious formation above the Strange Fire Square.

"I'm not willing to accept it. The Soul Clan's thousand-year plan has been defeated by you…"

Seeing the fire formation, Emperor Hun Tian's face turned pale as he felt the breath of death approaching, causing him to quickly retreat.

However, facing Xiao Yan's ultimate method of burning the body of the Dou Di, all actions taken by the Soul Emperor were in vain…

"Emperor Yan..."

"The great justice of Emperor Yan..."

In the final battle, Xiao Yan burned the body of Dou Di and sealed Emperor Soul. But, in the end, Xiao Yan also fell as a result.

The Soul Emperor wreaked havoc, but Xiao Yan sacrificed himself to save the continent from disaster. Countless powerful beings who witnessed this battle were deeply grateful to Emperor Yan.

Yet, little did they know that their Emperor Yan did not truly die. Instead, he was sent to another timeline…

Back to the Jia Ma Empire

On the grounds of the Yunlan Sect, a slightly thin boy, dressed in black and carrying a large black ruler on his back, stood at the center of a wide field. Countless eyes were focused on him.

At that moment, the boy's face showed a flash of surprise as he gazed around.

"Are you Xiao Yan of the Xiao family?"

A white-robed old man at the center raised his gaze, looking at the boy before slowly speaking.

"Yun Ling? He's still alive… Is this an illusion? No, this is real…"

As the old man spoke, Xiao Yan's gaze locked onto him, and the surprise in his eyes deepened.

This boy was none other than Xiao Yan, the Flame Emperor, who had burned his to save the world. However, now, it seemed as though his soul had returned to the time when he first ascended the Yunlan Sect. Everything around him was incredibly vivid and real, with no flaws at all.

Opposite Xiao Yan, stood a woman in a moon-colored robe.

The wind blew gently, causing the robe to cling to her delicate body, revealing her perfect curves.

Her calm and beautiful face seemed very familiar to Xiao Yan.

This woman was none other than Nalan Yanran, her appearance identical to when Xiao Yan first joined the Yunlan Sect.

Xiao Yan also noticed many familiar faces from the woods outside the square—Hai Bodong, Jia Xingtian, Nalan Jie, Fa Ma, and even Yao Lao in his ring!

"Is it God's mercy, giving me another chance to return?"

Xiao Yan muttered, frowning slightly, his heart filled with uncertainty.

"I am Yun Leng, the great elder of the Yunlan Sect. Today, as the sect master is absent, I will oversee this three-year appointment. This competition is intended as a discussion, which will continue until the end…"

Yun Leng spoke as he glanced around. Xiao Yan, however, remained lost in thought, seemingly oblivious to the elder's words.

"What is he thinking?"

Nalan Yanran, standing across from Xiao Yan, noticed his distant expression and furrowed her brow. She could tell that Xiao Yan wasn't listening to Yun Leng at all—he appeared to be in a daze.

"The three-year agreement has arrived. All past grievances will be settled today. I hope that after today, no further disputes will arise. Now, let's begin…"

Once Yun Leng finished speaking, Xiao Yan continued standing motionless, lost in his thoughts.

"Xiao Yan!"

Yun Leng's patience wore thin, and his tone became stern.

"Old Yun Leng, stop barking!"

Suddenly, Xiao Yan spoke out, interrupting the elder.

Everyone present was taken aback by Xiao Yan's words.

"What's wrong with this kid today?"

"Brother Xiao Yan, you're usually not so reckless…"

In the woods outside the square, Jia Xingtian, Hai Bodong, and others were stunned.

They couldn't believe Xiao Yan's boldness—this was the Yunlan Sect, and Yun Leng was the revered great elder. By insulting Yun Leng, Xiao Yan was slapping the entire Yunlan Sect in the face. This wasn't just a duel between him and Nalan Yanran; it was a matter of honor for the sect.

"Junior, you are so disrespectful!"

On the high platform, Yun Leng's face turned red, his eyes burning with anger. He could not tolerate being scorned by a junior.

"How dare you act so wildly in the Yunlan Sect?"

"The Xiao family's disgrace, and now you've become so arrogant. Regardless of the outcome of today's battle, you won't escape punishment!"

The elders and disciples of Yunlan Sect were also enraged by Xiao Yan's actions.

"I thought you had changed over the past three years, but it seems you're still as arrogant as ever. I don't know what to say…"

Nalan Yanran's voice was cold, disappointment evident in her eyes.

"Esteemed elders, this person has shown such disrespect to the Great Elder. Why not have him apprehended immediately?"

One of the Yunlan Sect disciples suggested loudly.

"Yes! This is too much. How can we let him insult our Yunlan Sect like this?"

Other disciples quickly agreed, their voices rising in anger.

"Arrogant? Yunlan Sect, you are not qualified to speak to me like that…"

Xiao Yan finally spoke, slowly lifting his head with a relaxed expression and even a hint of a smile.

Though his cultivation was still the same as in his previous life, having just reached the rank of a Fighting GrandMaster, his soul severely damaged, Xiao Yan knew that dealing with Yunlan Sect's strength was far from impossible, especially with the support of their trusted allies.