The oppressive atmosphere spread throughout the entire Xiao family. For the past few days, it was as if a dark cloud had pressed down on the city. Even the usually playful young men and women did not dare to act rashly. They frowned like the others and were very worried about the Xiao family's recent situation.
The higher-ups of the Xiao clan were already powerless. Their profits had drastically decreased, and their hearts had been lost. The merchants in the market all closed their doors and did not leave. Even the old employers who had worked with the Xiao clan for a long time had the tendency to leave. Although there was Master Gu Ni from the Primer Auction House and the weak donations from the other large factions, they had temporarily pulled back a small amount of popularity, but they could not go far in the end.
The Xiao family was weak. Even an outsider would understand that the Xiao family would definitely withdraw from the fight for Wu Tan City in a few months. However, how could they, who had lived here for a long time, be willing to give up? The residents of Wu Tan who were watching from the side expected that a shocking war would break out in a few days. The Aoba family, who was very clear about this, was very wise. They did not participate in this muddy water and only waited for the time to reap the benefits.
The glory of the Xiao Clan was no longer there. In the hall, the faces of all the members were filled with hatred and anger. Even the conservative faction was prepared to fight to the death with the Jia Lie Clan. If there was anyone in the Xiao Clan who was still calm and unmoved, the ones who were the most certain were Xiao Chen, Xiao Xun Er, and Xiao Yichen.
Just as everyone was determined to fight, a mysterious black-robed old man came to the Xiao family. Under the shock of the Xiao family, 1,000 bottles of healing medicine were placed neatly in the hall. At the same time, he expressed his willingness to cooperate. Such a strange thing made Xiao Zhan feel a little worried.
Just like a few years ago, he had obtained financial aid from a few large factions within the Jia Ma Empire for no reason. Moreover, the people that the other party had sent had many intentions of currying favor. This matter had caused him to be distressed for quite a while. Now that there was a mysterious alchemist who had come forward, it caused his suspicions to increase.
The black-robed old man was naturally Xiao Yan. He could see the worries and doubts of everyone present. Helplessly, before he left, he recounted the matter of Yao Lao taking in such a talented disciple just like the original novel. However, this time around, he was referring to Xiao Yichen.
It was also because of this matter that everyone looked at Xiao Yichen with a strange gaze. After that, he even went to Xiao Yan's side to complain. However, Xiao Yan did not pay much attention to it and just let it pass. However, when he left, he clearly saw the surprise on Xiao Chen and Xiao Xun Er's faces. After combining it with his many years of observation, he came to a bad conclusion: They were all familiar with the plot!
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Xiao Yan, who was wrapped in a black robe, could not help but sigh as he stood in front of the Xiao manor. It had only been a short time, yet the Xiao clan was already in short supply of medicinal pills. However, it was no wonder. The current status and methods of the Xiao clan were indeed incomparable to the past.
Without thinking too much, he slowly walked through the door. When the clan members guarding the side saw the old man coming, they all bowed deeply."It might be Father's orders. After all, this old man's status in the Xiao clan is somewhat shocking.”The black-robed old man was not surprised by this and walked straight into the hall.
After passing through the front yard, there were a countless number of respectful and heated gazes that were thrown at him. This feeling caused Xiao Yan, who was under the black robe, to feel a little uncomfortable. As he walked to the hall, his gaze randomly sized up his surroundings.
However, an extremely familiar feeling caused Xiao Yan's gaze to pause on the body of a delicate and pretty young man. This feeling was somewhat strange yet unclear. No matter what, he was unable to recall it. However, Xiao Yan still had some impression of this person: The son of the Xiao family's butler, Li Chen!
Li Chen's gaze also paused on the black-robed old man for a moment before shifting away. He could see some of the murkiness of the old age in the other party's eyes. The withered face under the dark robe was also extremely real. It did not seem to be deliberately put on.
There was no change in his expression. No one could guess what he was thinking."Was it Yao Chen's idea? Forget it, since the fish is already in the jar, let's start. Don't disappoint me in the end.”
Li Chen's eyes flickered with a strange light as he unknowingly retreated from the crowd.
Xiao Yan suppressed the unusual feeling in his heart. He turned his head and looked at Xiao Zhan, who had already rushed over. He felt a little strange. A hoarse old voice was emitted from the black robe,"Patriarch Xiao, I haven't seen you for a few days. I hope you can forgive this old man for coming uninvited.”
"No, old mister is too serious. If it wasn't for you, our Xiao family wouldn't know what to do. There are many things in the clan, so I hope you can forgive us for not being able to go out and welcome you.”Xiao Zhan also cupped his hands at the black-robed old man and said apologetically.
"It's just a formality." The black-robed elder shook his head nonchalantly.
"Old mister, please move and sit inside the house.”
"In that case, I won't be pretentious."
The two of them sat facing each other and exchanged a few pleasantries. At this time, there was no one else beside them. Facing such a big shot alone, they needed to be careful and careful, but they couldn't offend him in the slightest. This made Xiao Zhan feel a little depressed. He gently sipped his tea to suppress his emotions and said with a smile,"May I know why you have come here?”
The old man's dry sigh came out from the black robe. It was quite helpless, which made Xiao Zhan somewhat nervous. Now the Xiao family was relying on this old man. If he offended him, the Xiao family would really be doomed."I don't know how the Xiao family has offended you or if Yichen has made a mistake. I'll call him over to apologize to you.”
The black-robed old man waved his hand and interrupted his thoughts of looking for Xiao Yichen.""Being pestered by that little fellow and refining pills for a long time has exhausted my old bones.”
His withered and thin arm stroked the ring, and in an instant, thousands of bottles and jars were placed on the floor of the hall.
Xiao Zhan was both surprised and happy. He looked at the black-robed old man with some doubt and doubt."Old sir, what is this?"
The black-robed old man seemed to not hear this, as if this thing was nothing in his eyes. He closed his eyes and leaned back on the tiger-skin chair."Let's do it like last time. I also know the current situation of the Xiao clan. If we ignore it, that little fellow will most likely cause trouble again.”As he spoke, he shook his head dotingly.
Seeing the mysterious alchemist taking such good care of his son, Xiao Zhan couldn't help but smile. However, he still said very politely,"It's his blessing that you're so concerned about him.”
At this moment, someone suddenly barged in and interrupted their conversation. Xiao Zhan was about to stand up and reprimand him, but he saw that the person's clothes were torn, blood was flowing from the corner of his mouth, his face was pale, and he looked dispirited. He strode over to help him up and asked,"What's going on? How did you get injured?"
"Patriarch, quickly go to the border of the eastern suburbs market. Jia Lie Bi has come personally.。。。。。Young Master Xiao Chen and the others are in danger." Before the person could say anything, his head tilted and he fainted.
Xiao Zhan ordered the servants to carry the man down. When he looked at the black-robed old man, he saw the old man nod at him."Patriarch Xiao, I understand."
"Old sir, I'm sorry. I'll be leaving for a while. Next time, Xiao Zhan will definitely apologize to you.”Without saying anything else, the berserk figure directly rushed out of the hall.
Xiao Yan, who was under the black robe, also solemnly looked in the direction that Xiao Zhan had left. He did not wish to stay any longer in this place, afraid that others would discover that something was amiss.
"Little Flame, aren't you going to take a look?" At this moment, Yao Lao's voice sounded within Xiao Yan's heart. There was some doubt within it.
"With father there, it should be fine. Moreover, Xiao Chen and Xun Er are not that simple. They will act when necessary.”
"What I'm more concerned about is…。。”
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Following Xiao Zhan and the others who had left the Xiao clan and the black-robed old man who seemed to be Xiao Yan, Li Chen walked out from a dark spot. He looked in the direction they had left and nodded. He took out a dark purple talisman from the jade ring on his thumb and pointed it at the air. The talisman floated in the air and a faint Dou Qi was attached to it with the index and middle fingers of his right hand.
The sword finger of his right hand swept across his left palm, leaving a shallow blood mark. It was immediately imprinted on the talisman. The bright red blood quickly spread and a mysterious dao pattern fell: "Void Splitting Divine Essence Restriction Talisman-External Avatar.”
On the dark purple talisman, a dark light flashed and disappeared. The runes were exposed and intertwined in the air. In the blink of an eye, a figure of the same height and appearance as Li Chen walked out of the void and nodded at Li Chen very agilely.
Li Chen once again took out a red pill from his jade thumb ring. He held the pill between his fingers and shot it at the other party."This is a Mental Awakening Pill. Go to Nalan Yanran's side and let her consume it. Xiao Yan is ultimately an uncertain factor. Keeping her will make it easier for us to use her as a backup plan.”After a moment of silence, he raised his head again and a cold killing intent flashed in his eyes.
The clone reached out and grabbed the pill. He nodded at Li Chen and disappeared from the spot.
"Then, I should go to Xiao Mei's place," Li Chen muttered in his heart when he saw that the other party had disappeared. He then walked towards Xiao Mei's courtyard with an evil smile on his face.
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