In the blink of an eye, another two months had passed.
In the Xiao Clan, there were only two more days until the Xiao Clan Competition.
The disciples of the Xiao Clan under the age of 20 were all mustering their strength and making their final effort. This was especially true for the Ji and Xiang generations. These two generations were the main force of the Clan Competition and everyone had to participate. The final ranking would determine the treatment they would receive in the first half of the year.
This was not just a matter of face, but also a substantial benefit. This was especially true for those who were ranked in the top ten of each generation. The treatment they received was absolutely superb. It was a pity that Chen Hao, who originally had the qualifications to enjoy it, did not get to enjoy it.
As early as ten days ago, all the disciples no longer gathered together to cultivate. They were all doing their best for the upcoming Clan Competition.
… …
Xiao Clan, Old Man Xiao's room.
"Ancestor, could something have happened to Little Junior Brother? There are only two more days until the Clan Competition, why isn't he back yet? "Xiao Ji Yan asked worriedly after finishing her cultivation under Old Man Xiao's protection.
Although Xiao Ji Yan was young and naive, she already understood that Chen Hao was being suppressed by Xiao Ji Han because of her. This made her feel a little guilty. Although she already knew that Old Man Xiao would not watch Chen Hao die in the life and death battle with Xiao Ji Han, it still put a lot of pressure on Chen Hao.
Otherwise, Chen Hao wouldn't have been so determined to undergo the training that only Martial Warriors could undergo when he had just become a Martial Disciple.
This was completely forced by Xiao Ji Han …
And now, Chen Hao had actually been gone for four months. This was something that had never happened before among the Xiao Clan disciples. Even if it was a training trip, it would take at most ten days to half a month before returning to the clan to replenish their supplies. At the very least, they would rest for a period of time before setting off again. However, Chen Hao did not return even once.
If something really happened to Chen Hao, Xiao Ji Yan would feel very guilty.
"Don't mention that brat …" Old Man Xiao, who was originally calm, suddenly became angry when he heard Xiao Ji Yan's words. He even blew his beard and glared at Xiao Ji Yan, seemingly very angry …
Xiao Ji Yan stuck out her tongue. She was not surprised. Xiao Ji Yan had seen Old Man Xiao like this many times.
Of course, Elder Xiao would only be like this when she mentioned Chen Hao. Although Xiao Jiyan didn't know what was going on, she knew that it definitely had something to do with Chen Hao. He could vaguely guess what was going on.
At that time, when Chen Hao strongly requested to go to the Magic Cloud Mountain Range to gain experience, Elder Xiao originally refused. Later, he was pestered to the point that he had no choice but to reluctantly agree to Chen Hao.
However, as soon as Chen Hao left, Elder Xiao followed him out. After all, Chen Hao was the most talented disciple Elder Xiao had encountered in the past few tens of years, and he didn't want Chen Hao to be buried in the extremely dangerous Demoncloud Mountain Range. Thus, protecting Chen Hao from the shadows was a must.
However, to Xiao Ji Yan's surprise, after only three days, Elder Xiao returned alone with a depressed expression. From then on, whenever Xiao Ji Yan asked about Chen Hao, Elder Xiao would blow his beard and glare at her. His old face would even turn red …
When Xiao Ji Yan saw this for the first time, she was surprised and shocked, but after seeing it many times, she got used to it.
"Old Ancestor, I'm just worried about your treasured disciple … Will he really be fine? There are only two days left … Junior Brother won't be afraid to come back, right? "
"Afraid? He even dares to, the Old Ancestor … You don't have to worry about him. Before the Grand Competition, that stinking brat will definitely come back … "
"Old Ancestor, how can you be so sure? Why don't you tell Yan 'er … "
"That brat is a freak, what's there to talk about … Alright, there are only two days left, you don't have to come here anymore. Go, go, go …"
"Oh …" Xiao Ji Yan pouted. When she reached the door, she suddenly turned her head and said to Elder Xiao, "Old Ancestor, you didn't lose Junior Brother, did you?"
"Nonsense! There's no such thing … I'm a Martial Emperor, how can I lose him? I just don't want to care about that brat … Don't talk nonsense, hurry up and go … "Elder Xiao's face turned red as he pretended to be angry and wanted to teach Xiao Ji Yan a lesson.
He was a Martial Emperor, yet a mere Martial Disciple had slipped away right under his nose. Not only had he slipped away, he had even left a message saying that he had to give up his cultivation as a threat. He had used all sorts of reasons to stop Elder Xiao from following him …
"Hehe …" Xiao Ji Yan giggled and quickly ran out of the house.
After walking out of the house, Xiao Ji Yan frowned and muttered to herself, "I must have guessed correctly … But why isn't the Old Ancestor worried? Junior Brother is indeed powerful. It's so difficult to learn the Secret to Longevity, but he managed to become a Grade Nine Martial Disciple in two months. He's several times faster than I was back then. I wonder what realm he's at now … There are only two days left … Senior Brother Ji Han … "
Xiao Ji Yan slowly frowned when she thought of Xiao Ji Han.
Xiao Ji Han had always had a good image in her heart. He was also a Senior Brother that she respected, liked, and even worshipped. Xiao Ji Han especially treated her better than her own brother. He doted on and cared for her in every way possible, causing her to be very dependent on him. Xiao Ji Han had been in the Xiao Clan for three years. During these three years, the two of them were as close as brother and sister.
However, because of Chen Hao, she felt estranged from Xiao Ji Han …
She originally wanted to ask Xiao Ji Han in person, but Xiao Ji Han did not give her the chance and directly went into seclusion.
On one side was a Senior Brother who doted on her in every way possible and was closer to her than her own brother. On the other side was a Junior Brother that she had a good impression of and had unlimited potential. If the two of them could get along peacefully, Xiao Ji Yan would naturally be most willing to see it happen.
However, they were about to engage in a life-and-death battle now …
Fortunately, Old Man Xiao had spoken and asked the Patriarch, Xiao Ding, to mediate. The life-and-death battle between the two of them should not happen.
"Two months ago, the Sixth Elder spread the news that Senior Brother Ji Han had already advanced to a grade one Martial Master. Two months later, I heard that Senior Brother Ji Han's family sent him a grade five Spirit Herb. With his talent, perhaps … he might even be a grade three Martial Master … How could Junior Brother possibly be a match for him …" Xiao Jiyan frowned and lowered her head. While thinking about her worries, she walked out of the Profound Library.
Grade Five Spirit Herbs had astonishing effects even when refined by a Grade Five Martial Master. The effects were naturally even better for a Grade One Martial Master. Even with the Xiao Clan's foundation, the number of Grade Five Spirit Herbs they had was quite limited.
…
"Ji Yan!"
Just as Xiao Ji Yan walked out of the Profound Library, a cultured and refined voice with a trace of joy and pride suddenly sounded.
Xiao Ji Han, who was wearing snow-white clothes and had a jade-like face, appeared in front of Xiao Ji Yan with a faint smile on his face. He gazed at Xiao Ji Yan, who had become even more beautiful after not seeing her for half a year. The smile on his face was like a spring breeze and he did not conceal the admiration and love in his eyes.
It was obvious that this guy had been waiting at the door for some time.
"Ji Yan, you've become even more beautiful after not seeing you for half a year …" Xiao Ji Han habitually stretched out his hand and dotingly patted Xiao Ji Yan's head.
However, when she saw Xiao Jihan suddenly appear, Xiao Jiyan, who seemed very surprised, widened her eyes and quickly took two steps back. "Senior Brother Jihan …"
"What's wrong? Don't you recognize your Senior Brother? " Xiao Jihan smiled and slowly retracted his hand that was hovering in mid-air. He said, "Over the past half a year, I have been cultivating in seclusion in order to avenge our family in the Cloud Region's Martial Meet. Don't misunderstand. I have distanced myself from you during this period of time. Look, I came to find you as soon as I exited seclusion. Look, what is this?"
As Xiao Ji Han spoke, he took out an exquisite jewelry box from his bosom. With a faint smile on his face, he waved it at Xiao Ji Yan. In the past, Xiao Ji Yan would definitely happily snatch it from Xiao Ji Han's hands. However, this time, Xiao Ji Yan acted as if she did not see the gift in Xiao Ji Han's hands and stared at him with a strange gaze.
"Ji Yan … what's wrong with you? Are you really angry? Your Senior Brother did not lie to you. I have indeed been in seclusion. Other than the Sixth Elder, I have not seen anyone else for the past half a year. Look … "Xiao Ji Han said.
As he spoke, his aura suddenly underwent a shocking change.
* Boom … *
A majestic yuan qi fluctuation instantly spread out from Xiao Jihan's body, and a layer of fiery-red protective aura instantly condensed around him. His white robe fluttered without wind, and his long hair danced in the wind. That majestic and powerful aura instantly attracted the attention of the Xiao clan disciples who were passing by. All of them stopped in their tracks in shock and stared at Xiao Jihan, who was standing proudly, with eyes filled with envy, jealousy, and admiration.
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"Martial Master … Senior Brother Ji Han has really stepped into the Martial Master realm. This fluctuation of Origin Energy, the color … I'm afraid he's a Grade Three Martial Master, right?"
"That's right, so powerful … Xiao Xianghao, that arrogant fellow, is dead meat …"
"That's for sure. Maybe he's already dead. It's been four months. That brat went to the Demoncloud Mountain Range to train alone and still hasn't returned … "
"That's not necessarily true. I feel that the possibility of that brat escaping is higher. Who knows, he might have already run to some remote corner of the mountain and doesn't dare to come out."
"That's possible! If I were him … I might really do that. It's better to live than to die … "
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"Grade … Grade Four Martial Master?"
Xiao Ji Yan's eyes widened as she spoke in shock. The fiery red protective energy condensed from Origin Energy was definitely not something a Grade One to Grade Three Martial Master could achieve. Xiao Ji Yan was naturally more aware of this than the ordinary Xiao Clan disciples. Grade One to Grade Three Martial Masters would at most have a faint red color. Grade Three Martial Masters' Origin Energy would be the thickest, but it would definitely not reach the color of burning flames. Only Grade Four Martial Masters and above would have such a color.
Xiao Ji Han listened to the discussions of the surrounding crowd and saw the shock on Xiao Ji Yan's beautiful face. The corners of his mouth curled up slightly and he revealed a smile. His voice carried a trace of unconcealable arrogance as he said, "No, it's Grade Five!"
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