In Battle Through the Heavens, lying down makes you stronger.

Chapter 27 Xiao Yan tries his best to defend Nalan Yanran

After Xiao Yan had wandered around the market and returned to the Xiao family empty-handed except for a few violet grasses, he found nothing.

As Xiao Yan passed by the martial arts arena, he noticed that many members of the Xiao family were gathered around the stone platform.

They watched as a man and a woman on stage were exchanging blows.

Upon closer inspection, one sees a young woman in a golden embroidered dress, her long black hair flowing and dancing in the sunlight with her movements.

It was Xiao Xun'er.

Her graceful figure, like a fluttering butterfly, was captivating.

Suddenly, Xiao Yan's eyes fell on the white-clad man fighting against her.

The man in white had striking features, a handsome appearance, and graceful movements; who else could he be but Xiao Ran?

Xiao Yan quickly came to his senses and silently repeated to himself, "That's Sister Ran, that's Sister Ran, that's Sister Ran."

After saying something important three times,

Xiao Yan found that he was indeed much clearer-headed.

He scoffed and muttered a sarcastic remark.

"It's just childhood sweethearts, what's the big deal?"

"Three years later, I won Nalan Yanran back."

"We'll practice together every day, and we'll stuff your mouths full of dog food too."

"snort!"

Thinking this to himself, he still kept his eyes on Xiao Ran and Xiao Xun'er's sparring match.

It was obvious that the movement techniques used by the two were extraordinary.

Although they didn't use any fighting spirit, they only sparred with each other using their movement techniques.

But her graceful figure and agile moves...

To the onlookers, it looked like a man and a woman dancing gracefully, a visual feast.

Even Xiao Yan could hear Yao Lao's praise.

"This girl is truly extraordinary!"

Xiao Yan himself, needless to say, was already imagining the scene three years later, when he and Nalan Yanran would fight on the high platform.

Perhaps it was because Xiao Xun'er did not use the Golden Emperor's Heaven-Burning Purple Flame.

Therefore, Yao Lao only noticed Xiao Xun'er's unusual movement technique, but did not sense anything else.

Hearing what Yao Lao said, Xiao Yan shrugged.

"Of course, she's my future sister-in-law."

The old doctor joked jokingly.

"Xiao Yanzi, tell me honestly, did you... um?"

Hearing Yao Lao's somewhat disrespectful words, Xiao Yan rolled his eyes.

"Teacher, are you suggesting I go home bedridden today? Like, a mixed doubles beating?"

The mere mention of this made Xiao Yan furious.

He remembered that he once had a chance to get close to the goddess of the Xiao family, but Xiao Ran ruined it before he could even take action.

Moreover, Xiao Ran took this opportunity to successfully win the heart of the Xiao family's goddess.

However, since things had come to this point, he dared not show his resentment, even if he was unwilling to accept it.

There's no other reason than that Xiao Xun'er is the future Sister-in-law Ran, and Brother Ran has always taken good care of him.

Having one Nalan Yanran is enough for me, and besides, Nalan Yanran doesn't seem like a girl who's easy to coax.

Ugh! My head hurts!

The old doctor gave an awkward smile, only then realizing what had happened.

He knew his awkward position as a disciple in the Xiao family and his meager strength.

"I was just joking with you, why did you take it so seriously? How can you be so irritable?"

Xiao Yan curled his lip and said,

"I think Nalan Yanran is quite nice."

The old medicine doctor asked jokingly,

"Oh? You don't mind that she came here so rudely in front of everyone in your Xiao family and broke off the engagement?"

"If I hit you, what about your father's reputation, and even the reputation of the entire Xiao family?"

Xiao Yan said righteously,

"Teacher, what are you saying?"

"Nalan Yanran's family is polite and courteous, and they have come to visit."

"With an elder from the Yunlan Sect personally accompanying us on this visit, how can it be considered impolite?"

"Besides, if a man is impotent, can he blame his fiancée for disliking him?"

"Although I, Xiao Yan, don't have any grand ambitions, I am determined to be a man who stands tall and upright."

"How can you be so self-righteous and unreasonable?"

"Why blame women for your own incompetence?"

"If it were me and Nalan Yanran, we would switch places."

"Perhaps I might go even further than her."

Hearing Xiao Yan's words, Yao Lao said with a tone of satisfaction,

"I knew I hadn't misjudged you, kid!"

"I've known since I was little that you have a strong will."

"Trust me, as long as you stay true to your original aspirations, I guarantee you'll win the heart of your beloved in three years!"

"Thank you, teacher."

Xiao Yan answered happily.

He began to think about it, three years later.

If he defeats Nalan Yanran at the Yunlan Sect,

How should I start the conversation with my first words?

How can I deepen her affection for me and win back her heart?

Just as I was thinking this, I heard a playful voice beside me.

"Emperor Yan, what are you doing? Why are you grinning so lewdly?"

"Come on! Come up here! Let me, Ran, spar with you."

Xiao Yan suddenly came to his senses and realized what was happening.

All the members of the Xiao family present looked at him with strange expressions.

On the high platform, Xiao Ran and Xiao Xun'er had stopped sparring.

He was standing in front of the stage facing him, while Xiao Xun'er quietly followed beside Xiao Ran.

The previous words were clearly spoken by Xiao Ran.

Upon hearing that Xiao Ran wanted to spar with him, Xiao Yan gave an awkward smile.

He quickly shook his head and said,

"No, no, that's fine, Ran-ge!"

"My father is calling me to dinner."

"Everyone, hurry up and go eat."

Everyone looked up and saw that the sun hadn't even reached its zenith a moment ago, and felt as if their intelligence had been greatly insulted.

Xiao Ran said with a smile,

"Emperor Yan, please don't be so polite."

"What could I possibly do to you in front of so many members of the Xiao family?"

"Don't worry, it's just a friendly spar, no need for any fighting spirit."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan shook his head even more vigorously.

"No, no, no, I'm going to cultivate now. Goodbye, Brother Ran."

After saying that, Xiao Yan turned around and ran away.

Xiao Ran and Xiao Xun'er exchanged a glance, both of them raising the corners of their mouths slightly.

Xiao Ran instructed Xiao Xun'er,

"If that kid ever dares to smile like that again, you should beat him up."

Xiao Xun'er covered her mouth and chuckled softly.

"Okay, Brother Xiao Ran."

Then Xiao Ran addressed the crowd,

"Alright, everyone, disperse now. Go back and cultivate diligently, and strive to shine at next year's coming-of-age ceremony!"

"Thank you for your encouragement, Cousin Xiao Ran!"

"Thank you very much, Cousin Xiao Ran!"

"Thank you, Young Master Xiao Ran!"

"..."

The crowd greeted each other and then dispersed.

Then Xiao Ran took Xiao Xun'er's hand and the two strolled back towards the courtyard.

suddenly,

Xiao Ran pulled Xiao Xun'er back.

Xiao Xun'er turned to look at Xiao Ran, puzzled.

Her big eyes blinked rapidly.

It seems to be asking why?

Xiao Ran smiled slightly and released Xiao Xun'er's small hand.

He took out a clean white handkerchief from his sleeve and gently wiped Xiao Xun'er's forehead.

"I might have been too hasty in my moves earlier; look, you're sweating."

(End of this chapter)