Fighting Soul Clan Demoness

Chapter 526 states that his surname is Xiao.

That night.

Under the deep darkness of night, two figures dressed in black robes stood at the edge of the Starfall Pavilion, their auras restrained, almost blending into the night.

"Xiao Yan, those disciples all say a fight is about to break out. Aren't you afraid of an ambush if you leave Starfall Pavilion now?"

Zi Yan tugged at the black-robed man's sleeve with some concern and whispered.

The news that Ice River Valley's army was about to invade had already spread throughout the entire Starfall Pavilion, causing widespread panic. Even the usually carefree girl felt a little uneasy and couldn't even bother to ask for more pills.

"With your sister Ruoruo here, how could they possibly find us?"

Xiao Yan chuckled and leaned down to pat her head: "Besides, even if we know there's an ambush, someone still has to do it."

"No!" Zi Yan rarely showed such stubbornness, her little face tense. "This time is different, really different!"

It was rare to see Zi Yan so resistant to something, so Xiao Yan couldn't help but look up at the girl not far away. They looked at each other and both showed a hint of surprise.

However, unlike Xiao Yan's bewilderment, Hun Ruoruo gradually narrowed her eyes, as if she had some kind of understanding.

She suddenly composed herself and said in a gentle tone, "Little Ziyan, you sensed something, didn't you?"

Upon hearing this, Zi Yan lowered her head and remained silent.

“Abilities are innate; no one can resist them,” Hun Ruoruo said calmly. “We can only choose to accept them.”

Xiao Yan asked in astonishment, "Ruo Ruo, what's wrong with you?"

However, before Xiao Yan could finish speaking, Zi Yan suddenly stood up and bumped into the girl's arms.

"I don't know, I really don't know, I just suddenly feel so scared."

Zi Yan's voice was filled with fear, and her breathing became rapid. Hun Ruoruo subconsciously patted her back, only to find that the thin white dress was already soaked with sweat, as if it had just been soaked in water.

A muffled sob continued to come from beneath her: "Sister Ruoruo, please don't go, okay? I beg you."

"Silly girl."

After a moment of silence, Hun Ruoruo suddenly laughed, reached out and cupped her small face, wiping away the cat-like marks:
"Don't you even know who your brother Xiao Yan is? Even if he were blown to pieces and fell into the void, he's still alive and well. How could anything happen to him?"

"But."

"There's no 'but,' he won't die, I said."

Hun Ruoruo raised her hand, interrupting Zi Yan's hesitant words, and looked at someone with a teasing gaze: "Senior brother, people have spoken up for you so much, aren't you going to say anything?"

"Huh? Oh oh."

Xiao Yan was startled. Without thinking too much, he quickly patted his chest and laughed, "Don't worry, Zi Yan. As long as we don't encounter a Dou Zun, even the strongest Dou Zong can't be our match."

"You jinx! How can you make such a statement?" Hun Ruoruo rolled her eyes at him, annoyed. "Fine, we're running out of time. Little Ziyan, you'd better take charge while we're gone."

Having said that, Hun Ruoruo grabbed Xiao Yan and, without another word, dragged him away rapidly, leaving only her words of advice echoing in Zi Yan's ears—

"Remember to learn from Qingluan. She and you are both incarnations of magical beasts. Xiao Yan has me to protect him, so there's no need to worry about him."

Watching the two figures disappear into the horizon in an instant, Zi Yan was unable to come back to her senses for a long time.

Warcraft
As a magical beast, the instinct to seek advantage and avoid harm is ingrained in her bones. Even before she took human form, this instinct had saved her from danger several times.

But now, as her cultivation level has gradually increased and the environment has become more and more comfortable, this kind of animal instinct has long since fallen into silence, to the point that she can no longer judge its authenticity.

“But my family isn’t just him, it’s also you, Sister Ruoruo,” Ziyan said softly.

Burning Flame Valley, located in the Blazing Fire Mountain Range in the southwest of the Central Region, is arguably the most active place in the entire Central Continent. It is surrounded by countless erupting volcanoes, and as far as the eye can see, it is all red.

Because both are located in the south, the distance between Burning Flame Valley and Starfall Pavilion is not far. Excluding the time spent getting rid of spies along the way, it only takes three days to get there.

Therefore, taking advantage of the early dawn, Hun Ruoruo and the other person arrived at the location of Burning Flame Valley.

"Such powerful fire energy!"

Gazing at the magnificent landscape at the end of his vision, which resembled a giant line of fire, Xiao Yan couldn't help but clench his fist and said with considerable excitement.

For someone with fire-attribute battle qi like him, the surrounding environment of Burning Flame Valley is undoubtedly the best place to cultivate. Even the Starfall Pavilion, surrounded by spiritual energy, cannot compare to this place.

Based on a rough assessment, his cultivation speed in the Burning Flame Valley is probably at least 30% faster!
"The Earth's crust in Burning Flame Valley is extremely active, and volcanic eruptions are frequent. If you want to stay here for a long time, be prepared to have trouble sleeping at night."

As if she could see through Xiao Yan's thoughts, Hun Ruoruo couldn't help but purse her lips and interrupt him mercilessly.

Unlike Xiao Yan, the girl had changed into a more revealing outfit, and her voice even carried a hint of laziness.

Of course, this was not because Hun Ruoruo was slacking off, but because the lack of water element support in the air caused her fighting spirit to naturally produce a repulsion, which was futile even with the help of a different kind of fire.

"Can't sleep?"

Xiao Yan's lips twitched, and he said with a wry smile, "Ruo Ruo, I'm not that lazy! Except for the time at Canaan Academy, I spent all my nights meditating and cultivating, okay?" "Really?"

Hun Ruoruo suddenly curled her lips, propped her cheek on her hand, and looked at Xiao Yan with a smile: "Then Senior Brother must keep up the good work. You must never go to bed in the future."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan's chin immediately widened, and his eyes widened in shock—

This vixen is practically blatantly provoking us!

When did she become so bold?!
Xiao Yan was a little confused. He had only gained one more hope, but the demoness had suddenly changed her personality and become more proactive than him, completely losing her former innocence and shyness.

What is this
Unable to find a solution, Xiao Yan awkwardly said, "But then again..."

"Who said anything about going back to the point?" Hun Ruoruo gave him a charming glare. "Master and the others are still waiting for rescue. Once we enter Burning Flame Valley, it will all depend on your performance, my eighth-grade alchemist."

After saying that, she shook off Xiao Yan's arm without any hesitation, and with a flash, she arrived at the entrance of Burning Flame Valley.

"Hey, Ruoruo!"

Watching the beautiful figure slip away from his arms in an instant, Xiao Yan was puzzled for a moment, but in the end he had no choice but to bite the bullet and quickly chase after her.

"Who dares to trespass into my Burning Flame Valley? Come down at once!"

Upon seeing the two figures appear in the sky, the old man, who had been leisurely reclining in his chair, immediately stood up, puffing out his beard, and scolded them.

As a naturally formed, treacherous terrain, most of the Burning Flame Valley is exposed, offering a completely unobstructed view from above.

For this reason, a no-fly zone has always been the primary rule that Burning Flame Valley has established for visitors.

"I apologize, Elder. We are newcomers and are not familiar with the rules of your valley. If we have offended you, we hope you will forgive us."

Descending swiftly from the sky, Xiao Yan reached the girl's side in a few steps and politely bowed to the old man.

Now that Ice River Valley has summoned four powerful figures to attack, Starfall Pavilion would likely be unable to resist without the assistance of Burning Flame Valley. Since they are seeking help from others, they should not neglect proper etiquette.

As he spoke, Xiao Yan took out a token and a purple-gold card, and handed them over.

"Starfall Pavilion?"

The old man frowned, finally suppressing his anger, and then looked the handsome young man up and down.
"Boy, are you the young master of the Starfall Pavilion who's been making waves lately?"

Xiao Yan nodded with a smile: "I have long admired the name of Burning Flame Valley. We have come here to pay a visit on the orders of the Pavilion Master."

"Forget about visiting or not visiting." The old man chuckled. "The fact that your Starfall Pavilion offended Ice River Valley has already spread throughout the entire Central Continent. You should take this token back quickly. My Burning Flame Valley has no intention of getting involved in this mess."

After saying that, the old man grabbed Xiao Yan's hand and, without saying a word, stuffed the token and card back into his hand, waving it away like he was shooing away flies.

"Alright, seeing that you've come all this way, I won't accept this gift. Go back now!"

"this--"

Seeing that the other party was completely unmoved by either soft or hard tactics, Xiao Yan frowned and was about to say something when he was stopped by the girl beside him.

Hun Ruoruo's eyes narrowed slightly, and she said calmly, "We are here to represent more than just the Starfall Pavilion. If we delay things, given your status, I'm afraid you can't bear the consequences."

"I cannot bear the consequences?"

The old man chuckled. "Little girl, who doesn't know that your Starfall Pavilion is in a state of panic and its reputation is as bad as a rat crossing the street? You two juniors think you can make me give way?"

“Alright.” Hun Ruoruo smiled slightly: “We don’t have to go in. Anyway, your Valley Master will invite us in in the end.”

"Hahaha, what an arrogant little girl!"

Upon hearing this, the old man burst into laughter. Far from being annoyed, he stretched languidly and said, "Come, tell me, what kind of news could make the Valley Master of Burning Flame Valley personally come out of the valley to welcome me?"

"If you can't answer, don't blame me for keeping you here for a while. No one can offend the Valley Master's authority!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the old man's face suddenly turned solemn, and his blazing battle aura burst forth, instantly causing the entire volcanic field to tremble.

Judging from the fluctuations emanating from him, he had already reached the level of a high-level Dou Zong!

"He's just a gatekeeper elder, yet he possesses the strength of a high-level Dou Zong?"

Looking at the aura emanating from the old man before him, Xiao Yan's pupils contracted slightly, and he couldn't help but gain a deeper understanding of the power of the Three Valleys once again.

It's important to understand that a high-level Dou Zong, placed within the Four Directions Pavilion, would at least be the head of a branch pavilion, their status second only to the four Venerables at the Dou Zun level.
Shocked, Xiao Yan made a decision in an instant—

He must be stopped!
Of course, he wasn't trying to stop the other party from attacking, but rather he was afraid that Ruoruo might accidentally kill the old man.

If someone dies, there will really be nowhere to turn for help.
However, just as Xiao Yan was about to intervene, the previously calm and composed girl suddenly reached out and gently poked his cheek.

Pure water-based Dou Qi seeped out, instantly calming all the fluctuations on Xiao Yan's body. Hun Ruoruo crossed her arms and said calmly:
“Just say that his surname is Xiao.”

(End of this chapter)