If Someone Cries for Help, Don’t Be Quick to Act.

At noon, under the bright and sunny sky, Xiao Chong, having wrapped up the discussions with his family members at home, stretched lazily. He then turned to look at the two figures, one old and one young, standing behind him.

"Xiao Yan, cousin, and Master Yao, are you both ready?" he asked.

Xiao Yan, looking like a 16-year-old, was marked with a Xiao Family Heavenly Emperor brush stroke to enhance his bloodline. However, Master Yao had advised him not to embrace this sudden surge of strength yet, as it might render Xiao Yan power too impractical and fake at this moment. Thus, his strength was kept compressed at the peak Dou Wang level.

As for Master Yao, he remained in his spirit body state. Currently, only Xiao Chong and Xiao Yan could perceive his presence. Master Yao, bolstered by the energy within the medicinal field space, was brimming with spirit energy, being a spirit, he found this energy more than sufficient.

Hearing Xiao Chong inquiry, Xiao Yan eagerly nodded, anticipation apparent in his expression. After all, this was his first journey to truly explore the Dou Qi Continent, and his excitement was hard to conceal. As for Master Yao, he hoped that during this trip, with his abilities and his disciple efforts, they could gather some rare medicinal herbs for future alchemy usage.

After all, as someone who valued dignity, continuously plundering Xiao Chong herbs from the mountain out back wasn't ideal. While Xiao Chong had never openly complained, Master Yao preferred to maintain some semblance of self-respect. Surely, when he eventually rebuilt his physical body, he couldn't still be using herbs pilfered from Xiao Chong medicinal fields.

For Xiao Chong, this trip to the Black-Corner Region was not just an adventure but also an opportunity to head to the depths of Jia Nan Academy to inspect the Dou Emperor residence. He even set a small goal for himself—to train his true strength in the Black-Corner Region until he reached the peak Dou Zun level before returning. Given his exceptional aptitude, he doubted this would prove overly challenging.

"Let's head out then."

"Flying is also part of the training, so do your best to keep up with my speed along the way."

"Heh, I'll do my best!" Xiao Yan retorted confidently.

Hearing his response, Xiao Chong lazily stretched again and then stepped into the void, flying toward the direction of the Black-Corner Region. Since their journey had just begun, Xiao Yan, despite his bravado, flapped the Dou Qi wings on his back and quickly followed suit.

Watching the two figures fly off into the distance, back in the Xiao Family main hall, Xiao Mu, also known as Gu Xue, let out a soft sigh.

"Ah, all four of my children have now gone on their adventures. I miss the days when they were all small and stayed by my side. Now, one by one, they've all grown up and left home…"

Hearing this, Xiao Zhan snorted with slight disdain. "Hmph, women and their sentiments! With their talents, staying in the Xiao Family to train further would only be a waste. Venturing out will bring them real growth!"

"Ah, ouch, ouch! Dear, take it easy—I was wrong, alright?"

Xiao Zhan cries of pain echoed through the hall, drawing amused chuckles from those listening.

Meanwhile, Xun'er, Xiao Mei, and Qing Lin, watching Xiao Chong departing figure, had a subtle hint of sadness flash through their eyes.

After dealing with her husband, Gu Xue noticed the complicated and somewhat forlorn expressions on the girls' faces. With a smile, she walked over and hugged them.

"Young ladies, how about I teach you a thing or two about how to capture a young man heart?"

"Because I can assure you, with Chong'er's charisma, he'll definitely bring back a handful of young women on this trip. By then, your competition might just get even fiercer."

Hearing Gu Xue words, the Xiao Family matriarch, Xun'er, and the others couldn't help but blush. They exchanged shy glances before nodding gently. Clearly, as a mature woman, Gu Xue influence was strong.

Xiao Zhan, on the other hand, had his suspicions as he observed his wife demeanor. Could it be he wouldn't have to wait much longer to become a grandfather?

…

After several hours of flying, Xiao Chong, Xiao Yan, and Elder Yao reached a vast mountain range teeming with magical beasts.

Looking down at the dense forest below, Xiao Yan remarked curiously, "I guess at least sixty to seventy percent of the Dou Qi Continent is made up of magical beast forests."

Master Yao replied, "That's about right. But the Dou Qi Continent is far more extensive than most imagine, so whether anyone's truly measured the land remains a mystery."

"The first requirements for measuring the entire continent are immense strength and an abundance of free time," Xiao Chong interjected lazily, stretching again. "If cultivation ever gets dull, maybe I'll just travel the whole world instead."

Master Yao rolled their eyes. "If you venture out, it's just to hurt people! A twelve-year-old Dou Zun—your strength and talent alone would make every prodigy out there want to give up."

Still, Master Yao knew Xiao Chong personality well—relaxed and laidback. It wouldn't be surprising if one day he truly decided to act on such a whim.

As Master Yao pondered this, a sudden cry for help echoed from the distant forest.

"Help! Somebody help me! This big brute wants to eat me!"

The cries sounded like a little girl, and though they were shouts of distress, they carried a mischievous tone.

Xiao Yan instinctively paused his wings, trying to pinpoint the direction of the cries, and began heading toward the source.

But before he could go far, Xiao Chong stopped him.

"Xiao Yan, don't be so naive. When you hear someone crying for help, don't charge in headfirst."

"That mindset will get you easily taken advantage of in the Black-Corner Region."

From within the ring, Master Yao nodded in agreement. "Your older Brother is right. In this world, many people exploit the kindness of others for their benefit. But… you could be bold."

"Honestly, there aren't many areas outside Central Plains where someone would dare provoke a Dou Zun."

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