Battle Through The Heavens : I Am The Thunder Emperor

Chapter 209: The Goals of the Xiao Family's Twin Dragons

On a lush, green path, Mo Yu and Xiao Yan walked slowly.

After Yun Shan allowed them to leave, Mo Yu didn't hesitate. He quickly recalled the Heaven Swallowing Python and left with Xiao Yan, Hai Bodong, and Ling Ying. Although they had the help of the Heaven Swallowing Python and their side's strength was nearly equal to, if not stronger than, the Yun Lan Sect, Mo Yu knew that the Yun Lan Sect was far from simple.

Behind the Yun Lan Sect lurked the shadow of the Hall of Souls! Yun Shan had managed to break through his limitations and, just before his time was up, went from being a Dou Huang at the peak of his level to a Dou Zong. This was likely due to the intervention of someone from the Hall of Souls.

Although the Heaven Swallowing Python could contend with a Dou Zong, the Hall of Souls' power was unfathomable. Even their lowest-ranked Protectors had the strength of a Dou Zong. While this might not be impressive in the Central Plains, it was considered top-tier on the Northwestern Continent.

Moreover, the Hall of Souls had an insatiable and greedy desire for powerful souls. If the identity of the Heaven Swallowing Python was exposed, it would bring about tremendous trouble—an outcome that Mo Yu wanted to avoid.

According to Mo Yu's knowledge, the Hall of Souls' Protector Wu was currently lurking around the Northwestern Continent. This person was a five-star Dou Zong. If they were to draw his attention, it would undoubtedly lead to disastrous consequences.

So, after considering everything, since Yun Shan had chosen not to pursue the matter further, Mo Yu decided to take a step back as well, avoiding any further escalation.

As the two young men walked, two shadows followed them from the sky above. After walking for a while, when the Yun Lan Mountain gradually disappeared from sight, the group came to a stop.

"Hai Lao, thank you for your help today. I won't forget this favor," Mo Yu said, bowing slightly to Hai Bodong as he descended.

"Hehe, since you call me brother, I couldn't just stand by and do nothing. But I didn't expect you to have such strength, even being able to suppress Yun Shan," Hai Bodong replied with a shake of his head, glancing at Xiao Yan before turning to Mo Yu with a sigh.

Being able to stand toe-to-toe with Yun Shan was even more impressive than the hidden power Xiao Yan had displayed. The Xiao family's twin dragons truly were extraordinary.

"Hai Lao, I still haven't gathered all the ingredients for the Purple Spirit Restoration Pill," Xiao Yan said, scratching his head as he looked at Hai Bodong with some embarrassment.

Hai Bodong paused, frowning slightly before letting out a bitter laugh. "Well, little one, since you've managed to leave the Yun Lan Sect safely, I suppose I won't be sticking around with you any longer. As for the Purple Spirit Restoration Pill, if you gather the ingredients later, you can make it for me and find a trustworthy person to send it to me. I'll be staying in the capital from now on."

Hearing this, Xiao Yan nodded silently and said in a serious tone, "Hai Lao, no matter what, I'll remember your help today, just like Mo Yu does. If you ever need assistance or face a difficult situation, as long as it's within my ability, I will help you to the best of my power."

"Haha, good! If I can have both of the Xiao family's twin dragons owe me a favor, then my intervention today was worth it. So let's part ways here. If you ever need help, you can come straight to the Mitel family in the capital," Hai Bodong said with a hearty laugh, looking at Mo Yu and Xiao Yan with admiration.

He had a feeling that these two young men would soon bring him great surprises.

"Farewell!"

With a respectful bow to Mo Yu and Xiao Yan, Hai Bodong glanced at Ling Ying beside him, giving him a friendly smile before his wings flared out, propelling him into the sky and quickly disappearing into the blue.

"Young masters, now that the young lady's task is complete, I, too, must take my leave!" Ling Ying said with a smile after Hai Bodong left.

"Thank you for your help, Elder Ling," Mo Yu and Xiao Yan said, bowing respectfully.

Waving his hand dismissively, Ling Ying gave Mo Yu a deep look and chuckled. "There's no need to be so polite. Even if I hadn't intervened, the Yun Lan Sect wouldn't have been able to hold the two of you."

"Regardless, we're grateful for your assistance," Mo Yu said sincerely.

Ling Ying laughed heartily. "You're too kind. But I have other duties to attend to, so I can't stay any longer. Let's meet again someday. When we do, I'll treat you both to a drink!"

With that, Ling Ying's Dou Qi wings slowly emerged. As they fluttered, he began to rise into the sky.

"Sir… how is Xun'er doing now?" Xiao Yan suddenly asked, his voice tight with concern as he watched Ling Ying preparing to leave.

Mo Yu turned his head and saw that Xiao Yan's expression was slightly anxious. In his dark eyes, there was a trace of urgency and a flash of tenderness deep within them. Clearly, Xun'er held an irreplaceable place in Xiao Yan's heart.

"The young lady... she is doing well at the Jia Nan Academy," Ling Ying replied, pausing mid-flight. He then looked directly at Xiao Yan, sighed softly, and said seriously, "The Dou Qi Continent is vast. You must become stronger as quickly as possible. Otherwise, you won't even have the right to choose who you love!"

"That's all I'll say. Take care of yourself. You'll understand my words one day." With a final wave, Ling Ying's body shot into the sky, quickly becoming a blur and vanishing on the horizon.

"Become stronger..." Xiao Yan murmured as he stood still. He understood the deeper meaning behind Ling Ying's words.

"It seems Xun'er's background is more powerful than I imagined..." Xiao Yan whispered to himself.

As Xiao Yan pondered the implications of Xun'er's background, he suddenly felt a hand on his shoulder. Looking up, he saw a familiar figure.

"Hehe, Cousin Xiao Yan, Xun'er likes you very much, so don't let her down. Even though Xun'er comes from an extraordinary background, don't lose heart. Just like you said three years ago, 'Thirty years of the river east, thirty years of the river west, don't look down on the young!' As long as you keep getting stronger, one day, Xun'er will become your bride. I support you!" Mo Yu said with a smile, patting Xiao Yan's shoulder.

In the entire Xiao family, no one knew Xun'er's origins better than Mo Yu. She was the daughter of the leader of the ancient Gu Clan, one of the eight great ancient clans that stood on par with the Soul Clan. Her status was one of the most prestigious on the Dou Qi Continent. By comparison, Xiao Yan's current status was worlds apart.

But everything was possible through hard work. The Dou Qi Continent revered strength above all else. Even though the Gu Clan was powerful, they had not seen a Dou Di (Emperor) in thousands of years. But Xiao Yan had the potential to become a Dou Di!

Mo Yu knew that three goals had always driven Xiao Yan's growth: the humiliation of being rejected, his vow to rescue his father and teacher, and his determination to become strong enough to marry Xun'er. These goals fueled his progress and, without them, whether Xiao Yan would ever become a Dou Di was uncertain.

"Thank you, Cousin Mo Yu. For Xun'er, I will keep working hard. No matter how powerful her background is, I won't back down!" Xiao Yan said, regaining his resolve as he nodded gratefully to Mo Yu.

After years of hardship, coupled with the guidance of Yao Lao as his master, Xiao Yan had built a strong foundation, both in mind and body.

Seeing Xiao Yan's renewed determination, Mo Yu smiled and nodded, then turned his thoughts to his own goals. Clenching his fist, a cold light flashed in his eyes as he muttered under his breath, "Mosha, Han Shuang, you two scoundrels, wait for me in the Great Thousand World…"

(End of Chapter)

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