Xiao Yan had hit a sore spot, and Xiao Yu’s smiling face instantly stiffened as her hand lightly touched the longsword behind her back.
A cold smile played at the corner of his mouth as Xiao Yan leaned back slightly and said with a grin, "Looking for a fight?"
"So what if I fight you?!" Xiao Yu gripped the hilt of her sword tightly, suppressing the agitation in her heart, and sneered, looking mockingly at Xiao Yan:
"Even if you’ve regained your talent from back then, so what? Three years ago, I, Xiao Yu, chased and beat you around. Three years later, I can still do the same."
"You, what are you staring at?" Seeing Xiao Yan’s gaze sweep over her, Xiao Yu’s smiling face grew even colder.
"With clothes like that, isn’t it meant for men to look at?"
Xiao Yan rubbed his nose, his voice very casual, but it made Xiao Yu furious.
"You little bastard!" Her teeth clenched slightly, Xiao Yu could no longer hold back. She drew the longsword from her hip and pointed it at Xiao Yan:
"Do you think I won’t cut off your tongue?!"
Looking at the gleaming steel sword before him, Xiao Yan didn’t blink. He said softly:
"Go on, try it!" As he spoke, Xiao Yan’s right hand moved slightly, and a powerful suction force formed in his palm. He possessed three types of Profound-tier Dou Skills; if he had to fight with his life on the line, he wouldn’t be too afraid of a three-star Dou Practitioner.
Watching the two intently, Xun Er, standing to the side, shook her head helplessly. Her gaze drifted into the distance, and she spoke up to remind them, "Uncle Xiao is here."
With a cold huff, Xiao Yu twirled her hand and put away her longsword. Her slender legs carried her away, but as she passed Xun Er, she suddenly stopped and said:
"Cousin Xun Er, your beauty and cultivation talent are both exceptional. You should stay far away from this person. Otherwise, if you pick up any bad habits later, you’ll regret it too late."
In response to Xiao Yu’s warning, Xun Er merely smiled and said casually:
"Thank you, Cousin Xiao Yu, for the reminder. However, Xun Er thinks Brother Xiao Yan is very good."
Hearing the hidden meaning in Xun Er’s words, Xiao Yu’s smiling face subtly changed. Her gaze swept over Xun Er’s smiling face, and she said meaningfully:
"When you leave the clan later, you’ll realize that in this world, there are many men far more outstanding than that guy. If you meet a man who captures your heart then…."
"Cousin Xiao Yu, you don’t need to worry. Such a thing will not happen to Xun Er."
Xun Er casually interrupted Xiao Yu.
Interrupted by Xun Er, Xiao Yu was a little embarrassed. She glared fiercely at Xiao Yan, then left.
Watching Xiao Yu leave, Xiao Yan slowly let out a breath, his face returning to its usual calm. He sighed softly:
"She really is a hateful woman."
Hearing this, Xun Er covered her mouth and chuckled:
"Actually, I’m very curious. Why does she always pick fights with Brother Xiao Yan? Even though you accidentally barged in on her bathing that year, it wouldn’t make her so hostile towards you, would it?"
"How would I know?" Xiao Yan sighed innocently, his gaze turning towards Xiao Zhan and the others who were quickly approaching.
"Yan’er, are you alright? Just now, Xiao Yu…?"
Seeing that Xiao Yan was safe and sound, Xiao Zhan let out a sigh of relief and asked with a slight frown.
Shrugging, Xiao Yan said with a smile:
"It’s nothing, that woman just suddenly went crazy."
"You should try to avoid her. That girl, despite her overbearing personality, is now a Three-Star Douzhe. If she were to make a move, you would suffer greatly. Furthermore, she is the Grand Elder's granddaughter; even I would find it difficult to punish her." Xiao Zhan shook his head helplessly.
Xiao Yan rubbed his nose, smiling but saying nothing.
"Come here, Yan'er, let me introduce you. This is Miss Ya Fei, the chief auctioneer of the Te Shuo Er Auction House. The Foundation Elixir from last time, it was auctioned off by her."
Xiao Zhan introduced with a slight smile.
Xiao Yan looked at the beautiful and mature woman in front of him, his youthful face subtly displaying an age-appropriate expression, and said with a bright smile:
"Greetings, Sister Ya Fei."
Ya Fei's gaze subtly swept over the young man's face, her cherry lips parting slightly as she smiled and said:
"I've heard that Young Master Xiao Yan broke through four stages of Dou Qi in a single year. This news has now spread throughout Wu Tan City; I wonder if it's true?"
Xiao Yan nodded slightly and said with a hint of feigned shyness:
"It's all thanks to my father for acquiring the Foundation Elixir."
Hearing Xiao Yan's admission, Ya Fei maintained her composure outwardly, but her heart couldn't help but tremble. Her beautiful eyes subtly grew serious. Four stages of Dou Qi in one year—this cultivation speed was truly terrifying.
As for the Foundation Elixir, Ya Fei was naturally well aware that although it could increase cultivation speed, relying solely on it to advance four stages of Dou Qi in a year was absolutely impossible.
Seeing that the two had made their initial acquaintance, Xiao Zhan subtly raised his head to look at the sky, then patted Xiao Yan's shoulder, and said with a gentle smile:
"Alright, the coming-of-age ceremony is about to begin. I need to go prepare a few things first. Don't embarrass me later, understand?"
Xiao Yan smiled and nodded.
As Xiao Zhan left, Ya Fei turned slightly and looked deeply at the young man in front of her. With several years of auction experience, her eyes were exceptionally sharp. Upon careful observation, Ya Fei suddenly discovered that although the young man appeared somewhat shy and timid, deep within his gaze, there was a constant tranquility, like still water.
"So young, yet he can easily control his emotions. This boy is truly extraordinary..."
Turning to leave, Ya Fei thought to herself.