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

Chen Tiannan's figure crashed into the Xuanming Sect's camp like a tattered kite, raising a cloud of dust and instantly turning the tent's furnishings into a mess.

The two elders were shocked and rushed forward to check on him. They saw that Chen Tiannan's face was pale, blood was on his lips, and his eyes were full of disbelief and fear. After all, Chen Tiannan was a real Dou Zun powerhouse. Although he was only around two stars, he was not much worse than them. Yet he had been easily defeated in one move.

This scene instantly plunged the once bustling camp into a deathly silence.

"Who are you!?"

Chen Tiannan struggled to sit up, only to find himself suppressed by an invisible force, unable to move, and could only glare angrily at the calm and composed silver-haired woman in front of him.

Just as tensions were rising, a cold and deep voice slowly rang out from deep within the tent, breaking the deathly silence: "Sect Master Chen, please calm down. All who come are guests, especially the Lord of the Soul Suppressing Court."

As the voice faded, a middle-aged man clad in a black robe with a sinister face slowly stepped out. He was none other than Xie Huang, one of the Heavenly Venerables of the Heavenly Nether Sect who had previously joined forces with the Soul Palace to plot against Xiao Yue in the Star Domain.

His gaze swept over Xiao Yue, and his heart skipped a beat as he felt a turmoil of emotions. He naturally knew the secrets of the Pill Tower, but now, facing Xiao Yue, he had to weigh the pros and cons and make the most advantageous choice.

"So it's Lord Xiao who has graced us with his presence. I am truly sorry for not welcoming you sooner." Xie Huang's laughter carried a hint of deliberate enthusiasm, as if there were no ill feelings between the two. "Sect Master Chen is of an impatient nature. I hope Lord Xiao will forgive him."

Xiao Yue smiled slightly, her eyes sharp as if she could see into people's hearts: "You are too kind. I did not come here for personal grudges. I just heard that the Xuanming Sect is quite arrogant here, so I came to remind you not to break the rules and affect the opening of the ancient ruins."

Upon hearing this, Xie Huang cursed Chen Tiannan inwardly for his foolishness, but on the surface, he smiled even more brightly: "Sect Master Xiao is right. We should abide by the rules. It was just a misunderstanding. As for Sect Master Chen, he acted impulsively. I hope Sect Master Xiao can understand."

As he spoke, Xie Huang flashed to Chen Tiannan's side, secretly channeling a surge of internal energy into him to stabilize his injuries. At the same time, he shouted a curse:
"Fool, apologize to Lord Xiao Ting now!"

Although Chen Tiannan was unwilling, he could only suppress his anger and say in a low voice, "I was presumptuous, please forgive me."

Xiao Yue nodded slightly, not taking it too seriously. Her gaze then fell on Xie Huang, and she said meaningfully, "There are still some unresolved matters between us regarding the Star Domain incident last time, but today is not the time to settle personal grudges. I hope the Tianming Sect will behave itself in the future."

Xie Huang felt a chill run down his spine upon hearing this, knowing that Xiao Yue was warning him and reminding him not to forget her scheme from last time.

He chuckled dryly and nodded repeatedly: "Of course, of course. Lord Xiao, rest assured, although I, Xie Huang, am not a gentleman, I know what is important and what is urgent."

After speaking, Xie Huang waved his hand, and several Xuanming Sect disciples quickly stepped forward to help Chen Tiannan down, while cleaning up the scene and restoring order to the camp.

Seeing this, Xiao Yue smiled faintly. She knew that although they hadn't actually fought, today's battle was enough to intimidate the Xuanming Sect and make them dare not provoke them easily in the days to come.

As for Xie Huang, that cunning and treacherous old fox, after their encounter in the Starfield last time, he would surely reassess her strength in his mind and dare not underestimate her again.

Let's spare this old dog for now, and once we welcome those from the Soul Hall out, we'll wipe them all out in one fell swoop!
"let's go."

Xiao Yue turned around and the group slowly left the Xuanming Sect's camp, leaving behind only a mess and the Xuanming Sect members' surprised and uncertain gazes.

The situation in the Bone Mountain Range has quietly changed due to Xiao Yue's actions, attracting the attention of various forces who are secretly observing and trying to find opportunities.

As Xiao Yue and her group reached the edge of the mountaintop, she squinted and gazed at the mysterious place in the center of the mountain range—the place where ancient ruins were about to emerge.

"That direction is where the ancient ruins are located."

Xiao Yue said softly. Her Heavenly Realm Soul Perception was exceptionally sharp, and she had already sensed the instability of that area. It was clear that the ancient ruins had been protected by a powerful barrier set up by its former owner to prevent outsiders from disturbing its secrets.

"This ancient ruin is fraught with danger. Not only are there powerful ancient corpse puppets guarding it, but it is also filled with all sorts of traps and mechanisms," Elder Hu explained from the side. "Even a Dou Zun expert would have to be careful when entering. Moreover, cracks appear in the seal of this space every now and then, attracting many powerful individuals to fight over it. But most of them can only retreat in a sorry state."

"Oh?"

Xiao Yue raised an eyebrow, showing a strong interest in this ancient ruin. The secrets and opportunities hidden behind this ruin were enough to drive countless powerful individuals crazy.

"However, this spatial seal has a restrictive effect on Dou Zun powerhouses. If one forces their way in, it will trigger a counterattack from the seal. A seal set up by a Dou Sheng powerhouse, even after countless years, is by no means something that an ordinary Dou Zun can easily break," Elder Hu continued.

"A Dou Zun powerhouse can trigger spatial resonance, so it's impossible to enter?" Xiao Yue frowned upon hearing this.

"Ahem, Court Master, there's no need to worry. This seal is gradually weakening. I estimate that it will completely dissipate in a few days. At that time, even Dou Zun experts will be able to safely enter the ruins. There are already quite a few Dou Zun experts gathered here, waiting for their chance," Elder Hu said with a smile, stroking his beard.

Xiao Yue nodded upon hearing this, her gaze sweeping over the lush mountains around her. With her keen soul perception, she indeed sensed several subtle yet powerful auras lurking in the shadows.

As expected of an ancient ruin appearing in Zhongzhou, it has attracted so many powerful figures to fight over it. This is much more exciting than the Youhai Ruins back then. It seems that this trip to the ruins will be another bloody battle.

"Have you spotted anyone from the Soul Hall during your time here?"

Xiao Yue suddenly asked Elder Hu a question.

She knew full well that the Soul Palace's ambitions and methods meant they would not stand idly by in this battle for the ruins. Her goal, however, was to ensure her successful entry into the ruins and uncover its secrets. A ripple of emotion stirred within Xiao Yue's heart.

Elder Hu frowned upon hearing this, and after a moment of contemplation, said, "This is unprecedented, but those guys have always been secretive in their actions. Even if they show themselves, it would be difficult for me and the other elders to detect them. I surmise that with the news of the ancient ruins spreading so widely, the Soul Palace will certainly not miss such an opportunity. I just don't know how many powerful figures they have sent."

Xiao Yue nodded slightly, but her eyes flashed with a cold light.

Mu Qingluan, standing to the side, spoke in a low, puzzled voice: "While the Soul Palace needs to be wary of this Bone Mountain Range, the Nine Netherworld Python Clan is far more troublesome. They occupy this area, are numerous and powerful, with countless strong individuals; even the Heavenly Phoenix Clan is wary of them. Strangely, in such a crucial location, they not only haven't sealed off the mountain range, but have instead allowed news to leak out..."

"Nine Netherworld Python..."

Xiao Yue murmured to herself, and she couldn't help but miss the beautiful woman in the black dress.

She wondered about the other party's current situation. Ever since learning of the changes in the Nine Nether Clan from Zi Yan, she had kept it in mind, and a large part of her reason for entering the Beast Domain this time was for the other party. Elder Hu shook his head and smiled, "The Nine Nether Earth Python Clan is now struggling to protect itself, how can it have the spare strength to care about this ancient ruin? It is said that many of their powerful members have recently disappeared without a trace, including a Dou Zun powerhouse, and they are searching everywhere for the culprit. What is even more shocking is that this culprit seems to be only one person."

Upon hearing this, both Xiao Yue and Mu Qingluan showed surprise. Who dared to provoke the Nine Netherworld Python Clan?

Elder Hu continued, "This matter has spread like wildfire, and everyone is curious about who the murderer is. To dare to attack the Nine Netherworld Python in the Beast Domain is truly audacious. However, the murderer only targets the strong, but shows mercy to the weak, making his behavior extremely strange."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yue frowned slightly. This person was doing the opposite of what was expected, which was indeed illogical.

Mu Qingluan guessed, "Perhaps it's an old enemy seeking revenge?"

"Not necessarily," Elder Hu said with a wry smile. "If it were an enemy, they would definitely want to eliminate them completely. But this murderer seems to only target the strong, and the methods are strange and puzzling. The missing Nine Netherworld Python experts didn't even leave behind their corpses, which has made their clan uneasy, fearing that the murderer has some ulterior motive."

Xiao Yue pondered for a moment, then said, "Although this matter is not related to us, we still need to be careful. For now, let's wait patiently for the ancient ruins to open. Elder Hu, please give the order to everyone to wait quietly on the mountaintop and not to move around unnecessarily, so as not to cause any trouble."

Elder Hu readily agreed, and the group began a long wait. The disciples of the Starfall Pavilion obeyed Xiao Yue's orders and did not leave the mountain. They cultivated and sparred every day, and the mountaintop was peaceful and serene.

As time went on, more and more powerful individuals gathered in the Bone Mountain Range, and even late at night, the mountain range was still bustling with noise and activity.

Three days passed in the blink of an eye. Since being expelled, the Xuanming Sect had not made any further disturbances. Xiao Yue knew that Xie Huang would not give up easily, but at least until he felt powerless to resist Xiao Yue, he would not humiliate himself again.

During the three-day wait, the distorted space at the center of the mountain range gradually thinned, as if the ancient spatial seal was about to collapse. The loosening of the seal made the atmosphere throughout the mountain range extremely tense, and the allure of the ancient ruins made everyone restless.

Finally, at a certain moment, the distorted space seemed to be torn apart, and an ancient and powerful aura surged out from it. The entire mountain range trembled, and countless powerful figures looked up at the gate to the secret realm that was about to open.

"Ancient ruins are about to be revealed!"

Xiao Yue murmured, her gaze fixed intently on that space. She knew that in the days to come, this mountain range would no longer be peaceful.

Meanwhile, the Nine Netherworld Python Clan was also closely observing everything. Their strongest members appeared, surrounding the entrance to the ruins and vigilantly watching the surrounding movements. Although they were experiencing an unprecedented crisis internally, they would not stand idly by at this critical moment concerning the future of their clan.

The power of the seal is rapidly dissipating, and it is expected to completely disintegrate within two days, releasing the ancient ruins sealed by time and allowing them to reappear in the world.

The night was deep, like the water of a cold pool, and the cool moonlight poured down from the sky, draping the dimly lit mountains in a quiet and mysterious silver veil.

At the summit, Xiao Yue sat quietly on the edge of a giant rock, her gaze piercing through the night, leisurely overlooking half of the country.

Below, the twinkling lights and shadows intertwine, the flickering flames resembling stars fallen to earth, foreshadowing the coming changes and explorations.

...

"You came?"

Xiao Yue suddenly chuckled softly.

Behind her, the figure in the black dress, like the deepest ink in the night, silently blended into the shadows ahead. The black dress shimmered under the faint moonlight, like the most mysterious star in the night sky.

Bei Ming Xiaomeng moved gracefully out of the darkness, her elegant and serene demeanor standing out even atop the bustling mountain peak.

"You're quite perceptive, able to sense my presence from this far away..." The voice was like a mountain stream, clear and slightly cool.

Bei Ming Xiaomeng's words carried a hint of helplessness and amusement. Her beautiful eyes rolled slightly, those eyes seemed to be able to see through everything in the world, but at this moment, they only reflected Xiao Yue's figure.

Xiao Yue smiled slightly, stood up, and looked at the familiar yet slightly unfamiliar figure, a warm feeling welling up in her heart.

Bei Ming Xiaomeng slowly stepped forward, and the distance between the two gradually closed until they stood side by side, looking down at the lights and noise below.

"You've only been in Zhongzhou a short time, but you've already caused quite a stir. You've given the Heavenly Phoenix Clan and the Soul Palace a good slap in the face. Your strength has improved so much; you're no longer what you used to be." The black-clad beauty's words carried a hint of praise, her eyes flashing with a complex light, a mixture of satisfaction and a subtle envy.

"Not at all, I just took a few extra steps on this vast Dou Qi Continent," Xiao Yue replied casually.

As she spoke, she turned to look at Bei Ming Xiaomeng and asked curiously, "Did you also come here for this ancient ruin?"

When Elder Hu mentioned the recent events involving the Nine Netherworld Python clan, Xiao Yue guessed it was her.

Bei Ming Xiaomeng nodded, her gaze deep.

"Although the changes in the Nine Netherworld Python Clan were not my doing, I cannot remain uninvolved. Besides, there might be something I need in these ancient ruins." Her words revealed a hint of determination.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yue's heart stirred slightly. She knew Bei Ming Xiaomeng's personality well; unless it was something extremely important, she would never easily venture into this ruin full of unknowns and dangers. So she said softly, "Then let's go together, so we can look out for each other."

Bei Ming Xiaomeng smiled slightly, a smile as gentle as a spring breeze, making everything around her pale in comparison. "That's exactly what I was thinking. With you by my side, this journey will surely be much smoother."

The two stood side by side on the mountaintop, their gazes piercing through the night. They smiled at each other, needing no words; their tacit understanding and trust had quietly taken root over the years.

"By the way, besides me, there's someone else here who you might not expect," Bei Ming Xiaomeng said with a slight smile.

Xiao Yue was slightly taken aback upon hearing this. Someone else was coming? (End of Chapter)