Fighting: I am Han Feng, I respect my teacher

But now their roles are completely reversed, and it's Xiao Yan's turn to look down on them.

It's not that the two imperial princesses, Yaoye and Yaoyue, aren't beautiful.

The two women's status and potential are simply not a good match for Xiao Yan now.

If there was a past relationship, then it's fine; they might even help out out of consideration for that relationship.

But the key point is that they have no affection for each other. This time, Xiao Yan was able to come and save the Jia Ma Empire from its predicament, which made the Jia Ma Empire owe Xiao Yan a huge favor.

Although he didn't fall for the honey trap, Xiao Yan was unreserved when it came to money and valuables, and unceremoniously took some treasures from the royal treasury.

He is currently practicing the flying combat technique "Nine Wings of the Heavenly Goose" in the capital, using a pair of sixth-tier magical beast wings treasured by the royal family as his material.

Han Feng saw Xiao Yan's situation through the puppet, and then let him do whatever he wanted.

After hearing Han Feng's words, Xiao Zhan finally felt at ease.

"That brat, he didn't even bother to come back and let us know he's safe."

Xiao Zhan stroked his beard, cursing, but the smile on his face betrayed his true emotions.

Upon learning that Xiao Yan had saved Nalan Yan, Xiao Zhan's lips unconsciously curled into a smile, and he seemed much happier.

Back then, when Nalan Yanran, a junior, came to break off the engagement, he almost lost face.

If it were an elder coming to annul the engagement, Xiao Zhan might be able to find a reason to accept it. After all, at that time, the Xiao family and the Nalan family were indeed not a good match. The Nalan family kept their word and the marriage went smoothly, which was a blessing for the Xiao family. If they wanted to terminate the engagement, it would be reasonable.

How could a junior consult with him?

If he agrees, he will be breaking the agreement made between the two elders years ago with a junior, which would be disrespectful to the ancestors if word got out.

What if they don't agree? Heh, at that time, did the Xiao family have the power to refuse?

Nalan Yanran handled this matter too impetuously, thinking she could resolve everything on her own.

This may be a common problem among young people as they grow up; they all feel that they are grown up and do not need to be restrained by their elders.

They believed they could bear all the responsibility.

Little did they know that what started as a broken engagement would escalate into a whole host of events.

Thinking of his son, Xiao Zhan smiled again.

Perhaps, young people should be full of youthful vigor.

I wonder if Nalan Yanran will regret saving Yan'er this time and fall in love with her son.

Xiao Zhan imagined.

To be honest, if Nalan Yanran wanted to marry into the Xiao family now, Xiao Zhan wouldn't object.

After all, that girl was indeed quite beautiful, so it was understandable if Yan'er couldn't resist her charms.

But things are different now than they were back then. If Nalan Yanran had married into the Xiao family back then, Xiao Zhan would have felt indebted to her and would have considered things from Nalan Yanran's perspective more often.

But now, is he indebted? Heh, Xiao Zhan will definitely be happy to see Yan'er find a wife in the future.

Han Feng was unaware of Xiao Zhan's fantasies. He was only there to let Xiao Yan know that he was safe and sound, and to check on the Xiao family's situation.

The Xiao family is developing very well. Although there were internal conflicts among the Xiao clan members in the past, they were all minor squabbles. Now that there is such an outstanding role model as Xiao Yan, the young members of the clan have begun to emulate him.

The general path is as follows.

Strive to cultivate and complete the family's assessment, and break through to at least the high-level Dou Qi before the coming-of-age ceremony.

After the coming-of-age ceremony, continue your efforts to participate in the recruitment assessment of Black Corner Academy and strive to be admitted to Canaan Academy.

Enter Canaan College, complete the three-year compulsory course, fulfill the graduation tasks assigned by the college, and obtain graduation qualifications.

Afterwards, they will continue to participate in the Inner Court Assessment Competition. Those who are able to enter the Inner Court will continue their intensive training there for five years, while those who are not able to enter will go home and find employment.

The Inner Court is basically the highest level of education that most young people in the Black Corner Region can pursue.

The students who come out of the inner courtyard are basically all at the Dou Ling level, and it is almost a certainty that they will break through to the Dou Wang level in the future.

In recent years, more and more members of the Xiao family have been qualified to enter the inner courtyard, which also shows that the Xiao family is getting better and better.

After leaving the Xiao residence, Han Feng strolled around the city, personally investigating the local conditions.

This return may truly be his last moment of peace here.

The war with the Hall of Souls has already begun and cannot be easily stopped.

Next, Han Feng will go to Zhongzhou to take charge of the overall situation and gradually implement the plan against the Soul Clan.

He couldn't pinpoint the exact time, but in his previous life, the Soul Clan's initial target was the Spirit Clan, one of the eight ancient clans.

This is also the ancient family that Han Feng plans to visit next.

However, to persuade the other party, one must possess greater strength than them.

A four-star Dou Sheng is not enough to defeat the Spirit Clan, which has the name of one of the eight clans, even though the Spirit Clan is only the bottom of the eight clans.

Han Feng conservatively estimated that he would need to break through to the fifth-star Dou Sheng level before he could be confident of winning.

As evening fell, Han Feng returned to the bamboo forest to rest, and Qing Lin ran out of the room at that moment.

"Uncle Han, you're back."

The pretty young girl ran up to Han Feng and said happily.

"You've emerged from seclusion. Did you subdue the Heavenly Demon Python?"

Han Feng said with a smile.

"Ah."

Qinglin nodded and shared with Han Feng the details of his process of subduing the Ancient Heavenly Demon Python.

This capture was no easy feat. Don't underestimate the Ancient Heavenly Demon Python just because it's only a seventh-tier monster; its combat power is comparable to that of an eighth-tier magical beast.

Qinglin's successful subjugation of it is commendable.

Han Feng patted the little girl's head. Qing Lin closed her eyes, gently stroking Han Feng's palm, and making pleasant sounds.

"Speaking of Qinglin, if you were to release all the magical beasts you control now, they would probably be enough to put an ordinary Dou Zun to the test, right?"

Han Feng said.

The ancient Heavenly Demon Python that was subdued this time alone has the power to rival a Dou Zun. In addition to the Nine Nether Earth Python from before, as well as various other powerful snake-like magical beasts, Qing Lin's apparent realm is only Dou Huang, but in reality, he has the combat power of a peak Dou Zong.

If a Dou Zun (a powerful cultivator) is not strong enough in terms of soul power, he might actually be killed by Qing Lin.

"I don't know, I've never fought against a Dou Zun level expert."

"Qinglin said."

In fact, she doesn't know where her limits are right now.

In any case, within the Heavenly Serpent Palace, no one at the disciple level could rival him, and even some elders were unable to defeat Qinglin's magical beast.

"Then why don't we go to the border battlefield with your sister Xian'er this time and get some experience?"

"battlefield?"

Qinglin has been in seclusion for some time and is unaware that fighting has broken out on the border of the Black Corner Region.

"Hmm, this time the enemy's alliance is quite large, and they even found a Dou Zun to oversee it. You might be able to test your limits then."

Han Feng said.

Qinglin nodded.

"Then this time, I will give a good test of the power of a hundred snakes emerging together."

"But Uncle Han, I can't guarantee that we'll definitely win."

Qinglin then said.

This was her first time challenging a Dou Zun, a powerful figure at the level of her teacher. In the past, Qing Lin would never have dared to even dream of such a thing.

"Don't worry about anything. Besides you, I've arranged other helpers. Just do your best."

Han Feng patted Qing Lin on the shoulder to tell her to relax.

"I will have someone give you information about that Dou Zun later. For now, I will just give you a brief overview."

Where is your fairy sister?

Han Feng looked into the room but did not find Lin Xian'er's presence.

"She went to town to buy things."

"Qinglin said."

"Okay, let me explain it to you first."

Han Feng nodded.

"That Dou Zun is the Supreme Elder of the Tianlei Sect in the Northwest Continent, with the title of Tianlei Venerable."

"Heavenly Thunder Sect?"

Qinglin's eyes lit up.

"I know, my teacher told me about this sect!"

Han Feng smiled and said, "That saves you trouble. That makes sense. Your teacher should be able to teach you about the top powers in the Northwest Continent."

"The Heavenly Thunder Sect is skilled in using thunder-based fighting techniques, which can alter the surrounding weather. When you fight them, be careful not to fly too high."

If they were to enter the clouds, the Heavenly Thunder Venerable's combat power would rise to another level, which would be extremely dangerous for a cultivator like Qing Lin, whose physical defense is somewhat lacking.

"Yeah, I remember."

Qinglin nodded.

Actually, she had only heard Gong Wan mention the Heavenly Thunder Sect before. The Heavenly Thunder Venerable was a powerful expert who broke through to the Dou Zun realm decades ago and possessed extraordinary strength.

However, compared to a sect with a long history like the Heavenly Serpent Palace, the Thunder God Sect is still a step behind.

The Northwest Continent is vast, but the ranking of the strongest is limited to the mid-level Dou Zun. Super forces like the Heavenly Serpent Mansion and the Lion Nether Sect are among the top three, and their sect leaders are all four-star Dou Zun.

The less powerful sects are those below the three-star Dou Zun level, mostly around the one or two-star level.

The pinnacle of the Northwest Continent is equivalent to the level of the Four Directions Pavilion in the Central Plains.

About half an hour later, Lin Xian'er returned to the bamboo forest.

She went out to buy some daily necessities and some materials needed for her trip.

"Master, you're back very early today."

Lin Xian'er saw that Han Feng was already inside the house and said.

"You guys are about to go to the front lines, so I have to come back early to give you some instructions."

Han Feng looked at his disciple.

"I've already explained some things to Qinglin, and she'll tell you about them later."

"Huh? Qinglin is going too?"

Lin Xian'er asked in surprise.

She thought she was all alone.

"Qinglin is going there this time to take down the other side's Dou Zun. Xian'er, do you think we should get involved?"

Han Feng said with a smile.

Lin Xian'er blinked, then smiled.

"Since Qinglin has this idea, then of course I'll oblige."

Wearing the Heavenly Phoenix Armor, her strength is comparable to that of a Dou Zun.

Chapter 300 Battle Against Heavenly Thunder

The next day, the two women packed their things and walked out of the small building.

Han Feng had been waiting outside for a while. When the two of them came out, he led them to an open space and instructed them, "The battlefield situation is ever-changing. Remember to stay vigilant at all times. The people of the Black Corner Region are not necessarily entirely trustworthy."

"Once you get there, you don't need to follow military orders. Just strike when the time is right."

Han Feng tossed out a token and handed it to Lin Xian'er.