Battle Through the Heavens, Reborn as Xiao Yan's Sister

"Sisters, you've finally arrived! I've been waiting for you for so long!" A young girl rushed into Xiao Yue's arms from afar, her eyes filled with joy.

"How are you doing in the Heavenly Serpent Empire?"

Xiao Yue smiled and patted Qing Lin's head.

After several years, the little girl has grown into a graceful young woman. Dressed in an elegant light green outfit, she is petite but well-developed, with a curvaceous figure and a slender waist, although she still looks somewhat immature.

"Qinglin is doing very well here. I'm already a Douhuang powerhouse now." The girl's emerald green hair was braided into two long braids. She smiled happily, her eyes crinkling into crescent moons, making her look as approachable as a girl next door.

Bei Ming Xiaomeng looked at Qing Lin with a hint of admiration in her eyes. After all, the power of the Azure Serpent Three-Flower Pupil was extraordinary, and she had once formed a contract with it.

At this moment, several figures flew over from a distance. They were the Fifth Elder of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion, the Black Serpent King, and Green Barbarian, whom they had met once before.

"Young friend Xiao Yue, it's been many years. How have you been?" The Fifth Elder smiled and bowed to Xiao Yue and the others. "I have come to welcome you all on the orders of the Lord of the Manor."

"Thank you."

Xiao Yue nodded slightly.

After a brief reminiscing, the group arrived at the accommodations arranged by the Heavenly Serpent Empire.

The Northwest Continent Sect Conference is undoubtedly a highly anticipated event. As the organizer, the Heavenly Serpent Empire has made extremely thoughtful arrangements for the accommodations of all participating forces, showcasing its luxury and meticulousness.

The view from here is lush and green, with ancient pines growing on the cliffs. Anyone who sees this landscape will marvel at its magnificence.

This landscape is different from other landscapes. Countless green lights float in the air above the Heavenly Serpent Palace, each carrying a powerful life force and looking so real.

"Such rich energy of heaven and earth."

A strange light flashed in Xiao Yue's eyes. The more powerful a sect is, the more concentrated the energy of heaven and earth is contained in the mountains within its territory. The best treasure land in the Jia Ma Empire is naturally Yunlan Mountain, where the Yunlan Sect is located.

"This is indeed a wonderful place. I love it here!" The little girl, Zi Yan, took a deep breath, as if she wanted to absorb all the essence of this world into her body. For a magical beast like her, this place was obviously very suitable for living.

"Sister Xiao Yue, Sister Xiao Meng, let me show you around," Qing Lin said enthusiastically.

As she spoke, she pulled Bei Ming Xiaomeng and Xiao Yue forward, and then the group approached the central area of ​​the Heavenly Serpent Empire.

As the enormous emerald green statue gradually came into view, it resembled a towering emerald green mountain that seemed to reach straight into the clouds. It stood majestically, inspiring awe and fear. Looking up, one could not see its end, only its grandeur and magnificence.

This grand gathering of sects in the Northwest Continent was extremely lively, with countless powerful individuals from all over the world.

Due to the overwhelming influx of people from outside, the Heavenly Serpent Empire built a colossal city capable of accommodating tens of millions of inhabitants! This city was designed for various empires from the outside world to conduct trade and exchange.
at this time,

The city was bustling with activity, and adventurers and mercenaries from various countries, attracted by the large number of people, set up stalls on the spot.

"Thousand-year-old bone grass, now in exchange for a pill. I only need one pill of grade four or higher. Don't miss this opportunity!" A stall owner dressed as an adventurer shouted loudly, attracting many eyes.

"A scroll of ancient sixth-grade pill formula, from the cave ruins of a peak Dou Zong expert from hundreds of years ago!" Another stall owner on the street, not to be outdone, displayed his own treasure.

Many powerful outsiders set up stalls on the spot, selling their treasures or searching for their favorite items, creating a busy and bustling commercial atmosphere.

of course,

This place is a mixed bag, and of course, there are some scammers...

For example now,

"Dragon Marrow Grass! This is a rare treasure nourished by the essence of the Heavenly Dragon. It can restore the bloodline of the Dragon Clan to its ancestral form. Even without the bloodline of the Dragon Clan, one can obtain the power of the Dragon Clan and change one's physique!" One of the stall owners shouted loudly, holding a brocade box in his hands and displaying it mysteriously.

Upon hearing the word "dragon," Zi Yan's twin ponytails immediately bounced joyfully. The little girl turned around sharply, her gaze fixed intently on the adventurer setting up the stall.

Seeing her reaction, the adventurer who was setting up the stall was overjoyed.

"Miss, please take a look. This Dragon Marrow Grass is absolutely genuine. You can exchange it for just one bottle of Grade 5 pills used to assist a Dou Wang in cultivation." The stall owner carefully opened the brocade box, and a rich dragon aura instantly rushed out. Then he quickly closed the box, afraid that too much of the treasure's aura would leak out.

Sensing the pure dragon energy, Zi Yan's mouth almost watered. She looked at Xiao Yue expectantly, pointed at the dragon marrow grass, and pleaded:
"Xiao Yue, I want this!"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yue glanced casually at the so-called Dragon Marrow Grass and couldn't help but sigh softly. Then, she gently placed a hand chop on Zi Yan's head.

"You call yourself a dragon, yet you can't even tell the difference between real and fake things..." Xiao Yue said.

Upon hearing her words, the stall owner's smile froze instantly. Without another word, he expertly rolled up his stall and turned to leave without hesitation!
Seeing him pack up and leave so skillfully, Qinglin, Xiaoyixian, and the others were slightly taken aback, and then speechless.

"Huh, it's fake?"

Zi Yan scratched her head, looking a little confused, but the dragon energy she had sensed just now didn't seem fake.

Seeing this, Little Fairy Doctor couldn't help but cover her mouth and chuckle. As Xiao Yue's student, she could naturally distinguish between genuine and fake spiritual herbs. For these swindlers, it was incredibly easy to imitate a little dragon energy.

It is precisely because there are so many swindlers and all sorts of sophisticated scams that a new profession has emerged – the appraiser. The appraisers at large auction houses have also emerged in response to this.

"You guys have fun first, I'm going to see two old friends," Bei Ming Xiaomeng said.

after that,

Accompanying them were members of the royal family, including Yao Ye and Jia Xingtian, who were visiting the palace on behalf of the Jia Ma Empire. Qing Lin continued to show Xiao Yue and the others around the giant city.

Meanwhile, Yun Yun led Nalan Yanran to the location of the sect conference to register.

The specific location for this sect conference is the Ten Thousand Serpent Gorge, a mountain range in the eastern part of the Heavenly Serpent Empire!

That colossal city, built by the Heavenly Serpent Empire and capable of housing millions, was also established near the Ten Thousand Serpent Gorge, a testament to their immense wealth and power.

As the sun rises, this place is already teeming with powerful figures, and its defenses are impregnable. In the centuries since the founding of the Heavenly Serpent Palace, it has weathered countless storms, and its reputation has gradually risen through the ranks of power struggles, ultimately achieving its current status. While the sect gatherings of the Northwest region cannot compare to the Pill Gathering of the Central Continent Pill Tower, they are still among the most prestigious events.

This sect tournament is not only a competition among the older generation of experts, but also among the younger generation. Of course, the younger generation who can represent the major sects in the Northwest region are the most outstanding among their respective groups. This fresh blood is the most important thing for every force to reproduce, so the cultivation of the younger generation is of utmost importance.

In recent years, many outstanding talents have emerged among the younger generation of the Northwest Continent. Not only Qing Lin of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion, but also Snow White of the Ice and Snow Empire, Lei Xiaozi, the young sect master of the Thunder Sect, Shi Ling of the Lion Nether Sect, and so on. These young prodigies have quite a reputation even in the entire Northwest region.

Of course, the Northwest region is full of hidden talents, and no one knows where a dark horse might suddenly emerge. But even so, every sect conference attracts many forces and countless young people who are confident in their strength.

With hundreds of sects participating in the conference, it's unlikely to be a draw or a chaotic free-for-all. The Northwest region will be divided into four areas—East, South, West, and Northwest—for the preliminary rounds.

The first day was the preliminary round for the younger generation of sects. The sects in the four regions drew lots for an elimination tournament. Finally, the top performers from the remaining four regions competed in a one-on-one match. The winner was the most talented younger generation from the Northwest region sect.

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"Yanran, be careful then, don't push yourself." Yunyun gently stroked Nalan Yanran's hair.

Upon hearing this, Nalan Yanran's eyes revealed a deep seriousness. She had actually been looking forward to the sect conference for a long time. After all, she had been in the Jia Ma Empire and had been in contact with young geniuses from some remote empires around it. She was also very curious to know how she fared in the entire Northwest region.

"Master, rest assured, I will not disgrace the Yunlan Sect!" Nalan Yanran said earnestly, biting her lip.

Looking at the seriousness in Nalan Yanran's eyes, Yun Yun smiled gently and said softly, "Remember, winning or losing is not the only measure of everything. No matter the outcome, you are my proudest disciple."

As Nalan Yanran listened to Yun Yun's words, a warm feeling welled up in her heart. She looked up at Yun Yun, her pink pupils shimmering with complex light.

In fact, the girl had long understood that her respect and love for Yun Yun went beyond the bond between teacher and student, but she always kept those feelings hidden in her heart and dared not easily reveal them.

Hearing the conversation between the master and disciple from afar, Xiao Yue felt a strange sensation; she seemed to have sensed something.

A few days later,

early morning,

On the summit of a mountain in Ten Thousand Snake Gorge, the sound of wind breaking could be heard. From a distance, one could see streaks of sword light flashing on the mountaintop, and a graceful figure with long pink hair was diligently practicing sword skills with a Qingfeng sword in hand.

At this moment, Xiao Yue slowly walked up to the top of the mountain. She looked at the graceful figure of the girl with pink pigtails and a smile flashed in her eyes.

"Ok?"

Sensing someone approaching, Nalan Yanran was startled at first. Then, she sheathed her sword and looked at the tall, slender, silver-haired figure in the distance, saying with some delight:
"Sister Xiao Yue?"

The girl's voice was pleasant to listen to, crisp and soft, yet with a touch of lightness; such a voice was refreshing and soothing.

"A two-star Dou Huang?"

Xiao Yue led her to a pavilion, sat down, and asked with a light laugh.

Nalan Yanran nodded slightly upon hearing this. She had been under considerable pressure during this period, as the opponents she was facing this time were all very strong.

Whether it's Qing Lin from the Heavenly Serpent Mansion, Snow White from the Ice and Snow Empire, Lei Xiaozi, the young sect leader of the Thunder Sect, or Shi Ling from the Lion Nether Sect, these young prodigies have considerable fame even in the entire Northwest region.

She once considered Xiao Yan her rival. During the three-year agreement, the competition was forced to stop due to the protection of the Soul Palace, resulting in a draw. However, she knew that even if the competition continued, she would definitely not be a match for him. This greatly affected the girl for a long time.

“Don’t put too much pressure on yourself.”

Xiao Yue gently patted Nalan Yanran's shoulder and comforted her, "Your master is very worried about you."

When Nalan Yanran heard Xiao Yue mention Yun Yun, a warm feeling welled up in her heart, but at the same time, she also felt a complicated emotion.

She nodded gently, then looked at Xiao Yue with expectant eyes: "Sister Xiao Yue, could you give me some pointers? I always feel that my swordsmanship is still lacking."

Xiao Yue chuckled softly. She walked to Nalan Yanran's side, reached out and gently touched the blade of the longsword in the girl's hand, feeling the cool touch of the blade. She said softly, "Sword cultivation emphasizes the unity of mind and sword."

Xiao Yue approached the girl from behind, and saw her gently bend down and take Nalan Yanran's hand from behind, placing the girl's slender, delicate hand on the hilt of the longsword, and then softly say:

"Try to immerse your mind in the sword."

Xiao Yue's movements were gentle yet firm. Her fingers lightly glided across Nalan Yanran's hand, bringing a subtle touch, like a spring breeze rippling across a lake.

As she leaned forward, her long, silvery-white hair fell slightly, a few strands brushing gently against Nalan Yanran's neck, bringing a ticklish sensation.

"Sister Xiao Yue... Sister..."

Nalan Yanran's pretty face flushed slightly. Amidst the trembling excitement, the girl's voice trembled slightly, barely a whisper, and she felt as if she were having trouble holding the sword...

Being so close, the older sister's breath, as she spoke, gently brushed against her ear, bringing a tingling sensation that made the girl's delicate body tremble involuntarily.

"Close your eyes, relax, calm your mind, and feel the presence of the sword," Xiao Yue said softly. Her voice was like a gentle spring breeze, dispelling the tension and anxiety in the girl's heart.

Upon hearing this, Nalan Yanran closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and tried to calm herself down.

Time passed slowly, and a gentle breeze blew across the cliff, stirring up the long pink and silver hair. The strands of hair danced and intertwined in the wind, creating a beautiful contrast with the surrounding sword light.

The longsword in her hand felt cold and hard, yet within that coldness seemed to lie a profound power. The girl closed her eyes, her mind immersed in the sword, and she experienced an unprecedented sense of relaxation.

far away,

Yun Yun stared blankly at the scene, lost in thought. She sighed inwardly, unsure of what she was thinking.

She did not disturb their cultivation, but simply watched quietly from the side, her heart filled with worry for Nalan Yanran and gratitude for Xiao Yue, her eyes filled with complex emotions.

It seems that this master and disciple will never escape the clutches of that evil man in their lifetime... (End of Chapter)