Battle Through the Heavens: Xiao Yan, I am your second master

Xiao Li discussed alchemy with Elder Wang for several days. Elder Wang exceptionally granted Xiao Li the title of Honorary Elder of the Alchemist Guild, which could be considered as building momentum for Xiao Li.

After all, although the Gama Empire is a small and barren place with few strong people, its people are cunning and treacherous, and there are too many backstabbing incidents.

Elder Wang himself is incredibly powerful. Apart from Jia Xingtian and Yunshan, no one can rival him. All the families are wary of Elder Wang's strength. Under Elder Wang's leadership, the Alchemist Guild, the Royal Family, and the Yunlan Sect are the three transcendent powers of the Jia Ma Empire.

Now that Xiao Li has returned after completing his studies, it will only be a year or two before he becomes a Dou Huang. Those with complicated thoughts will also put away their dirty minds.

After refining a batch of pills, Xiao Li looked at the magnificent mountain range outside the capital, which was Yunlan Mountain.

"What? Missing that girl? If you do, go see her. That girl has worked quite hard these past two years, and in addition, Old Man Yunshan promised me many things, so I've refined quite a few pills for her."

If you go to see her now, you'll be amazed by her growth—whether it's her cultivation level or anything else.

As Old Wang spoke, his mouth stretched almost to his ears in a wide grin.

"Teacher, I'll be right back," Xiao Li said with a silly grin, scratching his cheek.

"Get out of here, there's no bed for you here," Old Wang said with a laugh.

"Dele".

A pair of transparent wings appeared on Xiao Li's back, and then he flew towards Yunlan Mountain.

"He's still just a young kid after all. Sigh~ I wonder how she's doing."

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Yunlan Mountain

This mountain is steep, with cliffs on three sides and only one road leading to the summit. It is a dangerous place that is easy to defend and difficult to attack. Moreover, the Yunlan Sect disciples patrol the entire mountain, making the whole mountain range look like a small fortress.

"It's windy everywhere here, so cultivating wind-attribute battle qi here is twice as effective. It seems that the founder of the Yunlan Sect knew how to choose a place."

As Xiao Li sensed his surroundings, he preferred the ethereal and otherworldly atmosphere of the Yunlan Sect to the bustling capital.

"Who goes there! A warrior with wings formed from battle qi! A Dou Wang level expert!"

Xiao Li made no attempt to conceal his presence; he came openly and honestly.

The disciples patrolling the Yunlan Sect also noticed that the other party had transformed into wings of Dou Qi, making him a Dou Wang level expert. A leader with some sense stepped forward and clasped his hands in greeting to Xiao Li.

"Sir, your unauthorized flight over Yunlan Mountain will cause some unnecessary trouble. Please come down first. Are you here to visit a friend or to exchange sparring tips? We can show you the way."

The leader spoke reasonably well, without the arrogance of those arrogant bastards. Xiao Li felt that this was indeed a soldier trained by Yunshan, and his first impression was not bad.

"Visiting a friend." Xiao Li took the jade pendant that Yun Yun had given her.

"Sir, could you please come down first? You're flying so high, I can't see the token clearly."

. . . . . .

Xiao Li finally came down and handed the token to the Yunlan Sect disciple. The disciple was stunned as soon as he received the token, then bowed to Xiao Li and apologized for his rude words.

Afterwards, the disciple led Xiao Li up Yunlan Mountain on foot and asked another disciple to go ahead to the sect to report.

"The atmosphere in your Yunlan Sect is not bad; at least you don't have the habit of looking down on people." Xiao Li had seen many Yunlan Sect disciples along the way, and none of them had that arrogant feeling.

How should I put it? I just feel that the disciples of Yunlan Sect are all very peaceful and not impetuous.

"This is the rule of our Yunlan Sect. When you join the Yunlan Sect, your primary goal should be to cultivate in seclusion. You should not cause trouble or bully others. If any disciple is found to cause trouble or bully others, they will be dealt with according to the sect rules."

The disciple spoke gently.

"How should this be handled?"

Yunlan Sect disciple: "It depends on the situation. The lightest punishment is three years of solitary confinement, the more serious punishment is being sent to the Thousand Wind Wall for punishment, and the most serious punishment is having all cultivation destroyed and being expelled from the Yunlan Sect."

Xiao Li: ... I have a swear word I'm not sure if I should say it.

"Has anything happened at the Yunlan Sect lately? I've noticed a faint air of tension about you there," Xiao Li inquired.

"Next year, the Izumo Empire and the Gama Empire will hold a tournament of the strongest. As the number one sect in the Gama Empire, my Yunlan Sect will naturally be the first to protect our country."

"The sect leader has ordered all disciples to intensify their training so that they will have a better chance of survival during the tournament," the Yunlan Sect disciple said excitedly.

"You seem quite excited. Why are you so concerned about something that could cost you your life?" Xiao Li asked, somewhat puzzled.

"I am excited to protect the empire and uphold the honor of the sect. I have been prepared to die for the sect since I joined the Yunlan Sect," the disciple said proudly.

"But the history of the Yunlan Sect is longer than that of the Jia Ma Empire, so why should it protect the empire?"

"Because I am not only a disciple of the Yunlan Sect but also a citizen of the Jiama Empire. I have a duty to protect my country; at the very least, the Chuyun Empire is our mortal enemy!"

"Hmm... Keep that mindset."

Xiao Li couldn't share their mentality. For him, having died once, he didn't want to go looking for death again; living was more important than anything else.

"But! If the family is in trouble, if Grandpa or my eldest brother is in trouble, should I prioritize survival, or should I fight to the death for the family?"

This question suddenly lingered in Xiao Li's mind. He was terrified of death, but he also had ties he couldn't sever.

Before long, Xiao Li and the disciples of Yunlan Sect reached the summit.

At the end of these long stone steps, clouds and mist swirl around, beyond which lies a vast plaza. The plaza is entirely paved with massive stones, giving it an ancient and grand appearance. In the center of the plaza stands a huge stone tablet, inscribed with the names of the past sect leaders of the Yunlan Sect and those who have made great contributions to the sect.

Xiao Li first saw a woman who stirred his heart standing there, as if she was waiting for someone.

The woman wore a moon-white long dress that hugged her voluptuous figure. Her long black hair was styled into the shape of a phoenix singing, exuding an undeniable nobility. Her face was serene and beautiful, like a clear spring in a secluded mountain. While people felt awe because of her noble status, they couldn't help but feel a touch of romantic longing.

When the woman saw the person she had been longing for approaching, she instinctively ran up to him and rushed into Xiao Li's arms.

This surprised the person who had brought them in and the group of Yunlan Sect disciples around them.

In full view of everyone, the young sect leader of Yunlan Sect rushed into the arms of a strange man.

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Countless young men and women were suddenly heartbroken, their goddesses found in someone else's arms.

"She's grown up," Xiao Li remarked. Girls change so much as they grow up; in just two years, Yun Yun has matured in every way.

Yun Yun calmed down and released her arms from Xiao Li's embrace. Her pretty face was flushed. She didn't know why she had suddenly hugged him. It was a mix of emotions, such as longing or love.

After all, Xiao Li's image had left a very deep impression on her heart.