A Vote

Gu Realm, within a Small World opened up by a Dou Di of the Gu Clan, upon a steep mountain peak shrouded in clouds and mist, a graceful green figure was faintly visible.

The woman before her was adorned in a simple yet stunning long dress, the handiwork on the upper garment incredibly meticulous, with phoenix shadows fluttering as the wind blew. Beneath the upper garment, the dress clung tightly to her slender Willow Waist.

The skirt swayed with the wind, like snow feathers, fluttering and dancing, exceptionally beautiful and well-matched.

A pair of bright eyes were captivating, and three thousand strands of dark hair were casually tied with a pale purple ribbon. A gentle breeze stirred, causing the hair to flutter, giving the young woman an ethereal and refined aura.

"Sigh."

Xun Er stood atop the mountain peak, a soft sigh breaking the heart. Her beautiful eyes gazed upon this world, a cultivation paradise that outsiders yearned for, yet in her eyes, it was like a prison.

Since their parting at Canaan Academy, Xun Er had returned to the Gu Clan for more than three, almost four years. That meant she hadn't seen that figure in her heart for nearly four years.

Xun Er had clearly matured a great deal. Compared to the girl she was back then, she had lost some of her naivety and gained a composure as serene as water, originating from the depths of her Soul.

"Ling Lao."

The young woman did not turn her head, her red lips parted slightly, and a clear, ethereal, silver bell-like voice echoed across the mountain top.

As her voice faded, a shadow beneath a mountain rock suddenly writhed strangely, transforming into an old figure. It was Ling Ying! Appearing, Ling Ying respectfully bowed to the young woman.

"Miss."

A year ago, Ling Ying had gone to inquire about the Northwest Region and the Flame Alliance, which happened to coincide with Xiao Yan's participation in the Sect Assembly, and he had informed Xun Er.

The Flame Alliance had achieved a great victory, Xiao Yan had killed the Bone Child Old Man and refined a Seven Grade Pill that attracted Pill Lightning.

When he heard this news, Ling Ying was completely stunned.

Two years had passed since their separation at Canaan Academy, and Xiao Yan's combat power had actually reached the point where he could kill a Dou Zong! Moreover, his Pill Refining skill had reached Seven Grade! At the time, Ling Ying didn't quite believe it, but after inquiring and verifying from various sources, he discovered it was true.

Xun Er flicked her finger, took out a Scroll from her Storage Ring, handed it to Ling Ying, and said softly, "Xiao Yan-gege was already a Four Star Dou Huang a year ago, with the strength to kill a One Star Dou Zong. I think a year has passed, and Xiao Yan-gege is capable of cultivating the remaining three seals of the Emperor Seal Technique."

!? Hearing Xun Er's words, Ling Ying's forehead immediately broke out in sweat, and cold sweat streamed down his back!

Although this Emperor Seal Technique was a modified, degraded version, the original Emperor Seal Technique was created by a Dou Di of the Gu Clan! Wouldn't it be too much to just give it away like this???!!!

The last three seals of the Emperor Seal Technique required a Dou Zong to cultivate. Now that a year had passed, although it was absolutely impossible for an ordinary person to go from a Four Star Dou Huang to a Dou Zong in one year, Ling Ying did not deny Xiao Yan's talent and ability. He believed that Xiao Yan could indeed learn the Emperor Seal Technique.

But the problem was, not just anyone could learn it.

"The Xiao Clan and my clan have had a pact since ancient times. This is just a mere Earth Rank High-Level Dou Technique. Supporting allies is the only way to show my clan's righteousness."

"Now that the Soul Clan is powerful, if my clan can show that we will never abandon our allies, we may be able to obtain unexpected benefits."

Xun Er said slowly, not knowing whether she was saying this to Ling Ying or to Tong Xuan Elder, who was secretly monitoring them.

Ling Ying waited quietly for a while, and only dared to accept the Scroll after discovering that no one came out to stop him.

"Ling Lao, before I go into seclusion, I want to know some news about Xiao Yan-gege," Xun Er said in a calm tone.

Ling Ying sighed inwardly. There was only one person who could make Xun Er worry, and even the clan leader didn't have that privilege.

Although he was no longer the strongest Dou Huang in the Gu Clan and had advanced to the Dou Zong realm, he still couldn't escape the fate of being a messenger pigeon.

Sensing Ling Ying's departure, Xun Er sighed faintly. She didn't know why, but she always felt a little stuffy in her heart, a feeling of being blocked, so she specially called Ling Ying to send the last three seals of the Emperor Seal Technique to Xiao Yan for cultivation, and to inquire about Xiao Yan's news before going into seclusion.

"Xiao Yan-gege, I wonder if you are thinking of Xun Er, but Xun Er misses you so much."

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At this time, in the Yunlan Mountain Range, Xiao Yan was lying on the Azure Lotus platform, staring blankly at the blue sky.

The room had long been burned to ashes by the Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame, revealing the blue sky. At this time, Cai Lin had already left, and she needed to handle matters such as the Snake-People Empire's relocation of its capital and the division of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion Territory.

On the contrary, Xiao Yan was a little at a loss.

"I'm done for."

Xiao Yan was also a little panicked at this time, after all, he didn't know how Xun Er would react when she found out. Naturally, he was extremely afraid of losing Xun Er.

But as a man, he couldn't just ignore Cai Lin's affairs and run away.

"Xiao Yan Master, Your Majesty the Queen has ordered me to bring you food." At this time, Hua She'er, as Cai Lin's personal guard, came over with some food.

Seeing this scene of fire, Hua She'er's expression was also a little strange. What's going on? Did they have a fight using Strange Flame? Hua She'er put down the food and took out a letter from her Storage Ring and handed it to Xiao Yan, saying with a strange expression, "This is a letter from Your Majesty the Queen to Xiao Yan Master."

Hua She'er looked strange, not knowing why Your Majesty the Queen wanted to communicate with Xiao Yan by letter. Wouldn't it be better to meet and talk directly?

After delivering the letter, Hua She'er departed.

Xiao Yan sighed and slowly opened the letter. The contents were simple: Cai Lin would raise the child independently, requiring nothing from Xiao Yan, and would not interfere with or restrict his personal life, as there was no marital affection between them.

Although the letter's tone was cold, as if severing ties with Xiao Yan, he could read Cai Lin's concern between the lines.

Cai Lin and Xiao Yan shared a special Soul connection, and she had been by his side for so long, knowing about Xun Er's relationship with him back in Canaan Academy.

Moreover, when saving Qing Lin was a matter of life and death, Xiao Yan had told Cai Lin that if Xun Er came looking for him, to ask her to wait a little longer.

Even when his own life was uncertain, Xiao Yan left a message mentioning Xun Er, making it clear to Cai Lin, no matter how dense she was, her position in his heart. Knowing his inner turmoil, she had written the letter specifically for him.

After reading the letter, Xiao Yan slapped himself hard.

"Huff, this matter started because of me, no matter what." Xiao Yan stood up abruptly. This wasn't the world he knew in his previous life. The Dou Qi Continent was different from Earth; it was a world where strength reigned supreme, and he needed to change his way of thinking.

As long as he had strength, nothing was a problem.

Xiao Yan unfurled his Dou Qi Wings. Having regained his composure, he planned to refine pills for Zi Yan first, then improve his own strength, especially his Dou Techniques and cultivation.

In a palace within the Snake-People Empire not far away, Cai Lin, who was reviewing documents, seemed to sense something. She slowly looked up at the sky, a faint smile appearing on her lips, her eyes filled with tenderness.

It was an expression she had never shown before.

Gently caressing her lower abdomen, Cai Lin murmured, "My man will only ever have you."

At that moment, on the mountain peak, Zi Yan felt like she had been deceived.

Three days! She had waited for three whole days!! He said it would be quick! Was he playing her?! "I'm sorry, Zi Yan, something came up and delayed me," Xiao Yan said quickly, seeing Zi Yan's angry, gritted teeth and clenched fists.

He could only blame the Ten Thousand Beasts Spirit Flame for being so strong.

In the end, Zi Yan held back from beating Xiao Yan up, as she still needed him to refine her pills.

"Hurry up and refine my pills," Zi Yan said with a cold snort.

"Alright, alright, right now, immediately." Just as Xiao Yan took out his Pill Refining furnace, he sensed a familiar yet shocking aura.

"Ling Lao?!" Xiao Yan's heart trembled! Cold sweat poured down his forehead, and his teeth chattered slightly, as if he had a guilty conscience.

"Xiao Yan?"

"Sorry, Zi Yan, I suddenly have some urgent business. I'll be back soon." With that, Xiao Yan immediately unfurled his Dou Qi Wings and flew in another direction.

Leaving Zi Yan in place, utterly bewildered, exposed to the cold wind.

At that moment, Ling Ying had just arrived at Gama Holy City when Xiao Yan came to meet him.

"Ling Lao, long time no see," Xiao Yan said with a smile, walking slowly.

Ling Ying gave up. Even after reaching Dou Zong, he still couldn't escape Xiao Yan's Soul perception. It wasn't surprising, as Xiao Yan's Soul power had improved even faster, now reaching the Spirit Realm!

Ling Ying smiled wryly and said, "Young Master Xiao Yan's perception is truly becoming more and more terrifying."

Xiao Yan smiled, but the smile was somewhat unnatural. He quickly asked, "I wonder what brings Ling Lao here this time? How is Xun Er?"

Ling Lao smiled and nodded, saying, "Miss is well. Because Miss needs to enter an Inheritance Ground for cultivation and will be in seclusion for some time, she specifically sent me to deliver the final three seals of the Emperor Seal Technique to Young Master Xiao Yan."

"Hehe, Miss truly understands you, Young Master Xiao Yan. I didn't expect Young Master Xiao Yan to have already reached Eight Star Dou Huang. At this rate, it seems you will enter the Dou Zong realm in less than a year, so you can start cultivating the final three seals of the Emperor Seal Technique."

Looking at the Scroll Ling Ying handed over, Xiao Yan was momentarily lost in thought. He hadn't expected that even though Xun Er was far away in Central State, she still hadn't forgotten him, always thinking of him and worrying about him.

Xiao Yan held the Scroll with both hands, and for some reason, he suddenly felt like it weighed ten thousand tons.

Seeing Xiao Yan accept the Emperor Seal Technique so reverently, Ling Ying nodded with satisfaction and said, "Hehe, now that the Scroll has been delivered to Young Master Xiao Yan, I will return to report."

"Does Young Master Xiao Yan have any words for me to pass on to Miss?"

Traveling here these past few days, Ling Ying had learned a lot about the Flame Alliance, and couldn't help but marvel at Xiao Yan's strength. Not only had he recruited a Dou Zun powerhouse, but he had also become the overlord of the entire Northwest Region, showing a clear momentum to unify the Northwest and advance into Central State.

"I I..." Xiao Yan stammered, then his eyes narrowed, and he said in a deep voice, "Some things, I think I should tell Xun Er in person."

"Please tell Xun Er that I am well and will be heading to Central State soon."

Ling Ying nodded. In any case, his purpose was to deliver the item and confirm that Xiao Yan was safe, so that Xun Er could cultivate in peace.

Before leaving, Ling Ying pondered for a moment, then suddenly used Soul Transmission to say to Xiao Yan, "Young Master Xiao Yan, there are some unfavorable voices within the clan regarding Miss's affairs. Some Elders hope that Miss can marry a member of the younger generation within the clan."

!!!!!!? Xiao Yan's eyes flashed with a blade-like sharpness, and a sense of oppression that made Ling Ying's heart tremble washed over him.

In that instant, Ling Ying felt as if he was facing a vicious Asura ghost, a chill running through his entire being.

"However, the Clan Leader is against it, believing that Miss's bloodline hasn't stabilized yet and it's not suitable to discuss marriage. So, it has been suppressed for now."

"If Young Master goes to the Ancient Realm in Central State, you must be careful of Gu Yao. He is the current Black Submerging Army Asura Commander. His talent, strength, and status far surpass Ling Quan. He has now reached the Dou Zun level, and among the younger generation, he is the most ardent pursuer of Miss."

Ling Ying wasn't trying to discourage Xiao Yan; on the contrary, he had high hopes for him.

If there were a clan vote on who Xun Er should marry, no one in the entire Gu Clan would vote for Xiao Yan, but Xiao Yan would have one vote, and that would be Xun Er's.

Even if the entire Gu Clan opposed it, Xiao Yan would still have one vote.

So, Ling Ying knew that Xiao Yan would definitely come to the Ancient Realm, and he specifically reminded him that even if Xiao Yan's cultivation improved quickly and he had already reached the Eight Star Dou Huang level, this speed was insignificant in the Gu Clan, where true young geniuses were everywhere.

Xiao Yan quickly retracted his aura, his expression returning to its usual confidence, and he said with a faint smile, "Thank you for the reminder, Ling Lao. Don't worry, Ling Lao, a Dou Zun won't be able to stop me. My ambition goes beyond that."

"When I visit the Gu Clan, please be sure to introduce me to that Asura Commander."

Seeing the fighting spirit in Xiao Yan's eyes, Ling Ying knew that it wouldn't be long before the arrogant and complacent younger generation of the Gu Clan would be slapped in the face hard.

Xiao Yan took out a jade box from his Storage Ring and handed it to Ling Ying, saying, "Ling Lao, you've worked hard along the way. This is a Seven Grade Emperor Power Purple Pill, just a small token of my appreciation."

Ling Ying had originally intended to decline, but the moment he heard it was an Emperor Power Purple Pill, the words in his mouth were swallowed back. This was a pill that even Dou Zong could use.

"Then I'll thank Young Master Xiao Yan. It's getting late, and I need to go back and report to Miss. She must be getting anxious." Ling Ying accepted the brocade box and left. Now, he felt that being a carrier pigeon wasn't so bad after all.

Watching Ling Ying leave, Xiao Yan's heart was also ignited with a fighting spirit.

"Gu Yao... a Dou Zun? A Dou Zun from the Gu Clan is probably much stronger than an ordinary Dou Zun."

Xiao Yan's eyes narrowed, and a sense of pressure surged into his heart once again. He suddenly realized that he had been somewhat arrogant. If he wanted to welcome Xun Er, the huge Gu Clan would not agree.

"At least I need to be a Dou Zun!"

Xiao Yan slowly opened the Scroll, and a powerful and exaggerated Soul information flooded into his mind.

The last three seals of the Emperor Seal Technique are the Earth Overturning Seal, the Heaven Annihilation Seal, and the Ancient Emperor Seal. When all five seals are completed and multiplied together, they can unleash a terrifying power comparable to a Heaven Rank Dou Technique.

Generally speaking, the last three seals require a Dou Zong to cultivate. Although Xiao Yan is currently an Eight Star Dou Huang, his Soul power has already reached the Spirit Realm, allowing him to cultivate them in advance.

"I need to cultivate some Dou Techniques before going to Central State. My current Dou Techniques are no longer sufficient."

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