Chapter 158 Xun'er leaves
In a fairyland-like valley, on the sloping grassy ground, lush green grass spreads like a green blanket to the end of the sight. Not far below the grass, there is a wide mountain stream that is bottomless, with light clouds and mist lingering in between.
Xiao Ling and Xiao Xun'er stood side by side, the breeze blew past, lifting their hair.
After Xiao Ling broke through to the peak of Dou Huang, he has been by Xiao Xun'er's side, and their already deep relationship has become even closer.
"Brother Xiao Ling, the day when my clan will send someone to pick me up to attend my coming-of-age ceremony is probably approaching." Xiao Xun'er opened her red lips slightly, with a hint of reluctance in her beautiful eyes.
Xiao Ling smiled slightly, held Xiao Xun'er's hand, and said: "Xun'er, I know this day will come. Although I am reluctant, I am happy for you. I believe you will be dazzling at the coming-of-age ceremony." "Xun'er, I have been mentally prepared."
"Even though we are about to separate, our hearts will never be far apart. Go to the coming-of-age ceremony without worry. I will miss you silently."
After hearing what Xiao Ling said, Xiao Xun'er's lips slightly raised, a hint of playfulness flashed in her beautiful eyes, and she said coquettishly: "Brother Xiao Ling, then tell me, how much will you miss Xun'er after I leave? Will you think about me day and night?"
Xiao Ling looked at Xiao Xun'er's lively appearance, his heart full of love. He gently embraced her in his arms and whispered in her ear:
"Xun'er, not to mention after you left, even now, you have already been engraved in my heart. I miss you every minute and every second."
Xiao Xun'er's cheeks were flushed, like blooming peach blossoms, and she said angrily, "Brother Xiao Ling always says sweet words to make me happy."
Xiao Ling looked at her gently and said affectionately:
"Xun'er, what I said is from the heart. Nothing in this world means more to me than your smile and frown."
Xiao Xun'er moaned, buried her head in Xiao Ling's chest, and said softly:
"Brother Xiao Ling, Xun'er believes in you. Even if you are far away from the clan, Xun'er's heart will always be with you."
The breeze blew gently, and the two people hugging each other looked so harmonious and beautiful in this beautiful scenery.
In the quietness where Xun'er was, the clouds in the sky suddenly began to surge, as if disturbed by some powerful force.
Xiao Ling's eyes were involuntarily attracted by this strange sight. He squinted his eyes and looked towards the end of the horizon in the north.
There, a dozen tiny black dots, like a group of predatory birds, cut through the sky and headed straight for the forest with an unquestionable momentum.
The sound of breaking wind was like a sharp blade cutting through the air, gradually becoming clearer and audible as it got closer.
The black spots quickly enlarged against the backdrop of the sky. In Xiao Ling's sight, their outlines gradually became clear. They were huge monsters.
The bodies of these monsters appear even more muscular under the sunlight. Their skin is like the deep night sky, and the silver horns on their heads sparkle brightly in the sun.
The patterns on the horns were like ancient runes, silently telling of their power. With their four wings spread out, every flap stirred up a strong wind, causing the treetops in the forest to bow in tribute to their might.
Xiao Ling stood on the treetop, looking calmly at these creatures that were both familiar and unfamiliar.
Xiao Ling had already heard about this type of magical beast from Xun'er - the silver-horned storm beast.
It is one of the magical beasts raised by the ancient clan. It is hard to find an opponent in the same level and is the exclusive mount of the ancient clan's Black Annihilation Army.
As the silver-horned storm beasts approached, Xiao Ling's gaze turned to the figures on their backs.
Those figures were wearing purple-black robes that fluttered in the wind. Their faces were stern and their eyes revealed the calmness and cruelty that came from years of fighting.
Xiao Ling nodded slightly. Each of these ancient tribe warriors was an elite who had been strictly selected and trained. Their aura was as deep as the sea. Even Xiao Ling could feel the extraordinary temperament in them.
Xiao Ling took a deep breath and adjusted his state. He knew in his heart that the arrival of these people from the Gu clan meant that Xiao Xun'er would have to leave him soon.
Having been with Xiao Xun'er for so many years, there was no need to elaborate on their feelings. Xiao Ling originally thought that they would be able to face the separation calmly, but when the moment of separation really came, his heart was filled with annoyance and discomfort.
An indescribable feeling welled up in Xiao Ling's heart. It was like he had lost something precious, and also like he was bound by invisible ropes, making it difficult for him to breathe.
Looking at Xun'er's cheek, Xiao Ling's eyes, which were usually full of determination and confidence, now revealed a trace of tenderness and reluctance that was difficult to conceal.
Xiao Xun'er seemed to feel Xiao Ling's inner fluctuations. She gently withdrew from Xiao Ling's arms, raised her hand, and gently stroked Xiao Ling's cheek.
Her eyes were full of comfort and determination: "Brother Xiao Ling, don't be like this. We both have each other in our hearts. How can distance separate our feelings?"
Xiao Ling smiled slightly, trying to hide his emotions with a smile, but he knew that none of this could escape Xun'er's eyes.
Gently holding Xun'er's hand, feeling the familiar yet parting warmth, Xiao Ling said softly: "Xun'er, go ahead. Don't forget me after you return to the ancient clan."
Xiao Xun'er nodded gently, tears flashing in her eyes, but she still tried hard to hold back the tears.
She took a deep breath and tried her best to look strong.
When parting with Xiao Ling, Xiao Xun'er was no less reluctant than Xiao Ling.
At this moment, the huge figure of the Silver-Horned Storm Beast drew an elegant arc in the sky, slowly landed on the soft grass, and stirred up a cloud of dust.
A middle-aged man jumped down from the leading monster steadily. His steps were calm, and his aura of a peak Dou Zong was clearly visible.
The middle-aged man walked up to Xiao Xun'er and leaned forward slightly, his movements full of respect, his voice gentle but powerful: "Miss, I am Gu Yan, and I am here on the orders of the elders of the clan to welcome you back to the clan."
Gu Yan's gaze remained humble throughout, not daring to look directly at Xiao Xun'er. His posture was humble, yet he maintained the dignity of a peak Dou Zong.
His respect for Xiao Xun'er not only came from the established rules of the ancient clan, but also came from his deep respect for this eldest lady who was about to inherit the ancient clan's supreme glory.
As the owner of the most perfect divine bloodline in the ancient clan in thousands of years, Xiao Xun'er's charm and potential are unquestionable. Naturally, she has countless followers and supporters in the ancient clan.
With the amazing potential that Xiao Xun'er has demonstrated, as long as there are no accidents in her future training, it will be easy for her to reach the peak of the Nine-Star Fighting Saint.
Such strength will be enough to ensure that the ancient clan will continue to stand on the Douqi Continent for a thousand years, stable and worry-free.
If there were enough opportunities, Xiao Xun'er might be able to break through to the Dou Di realm that no one has been able to reach in ten thousand years.
You know, as members of the Ancient Clan, one of the eight ancient clans, they are well aware of the value of the Dou Di realm.
If Xiao Xun'er could really break through to the Dou Emperor realm, then they, the people of the same clan, would definitely be able to gain huge benefits from it, activate the Dou Emperor bloodline, and greatly increase their strength.
From his tone, one can feel both his respect for Xiao Xun'er's noble status and his eager expectations for this outstanding leader of the younger generation.
Xiao Xun'er nodded gently, her voice as gentle as a spring breeze blowing over the strings of a musical instrument: "Commander Gu Yan, thank you for your hard work along the way."
Gu Yan slightly turned sideways, stretched out his arm steadily, and made a respectful gesture of invitation. His tone revealed his respect for Xiao Xun'er: "Miss, please board this silver-horned storm beast. We will set off immediately and return to the ancient clan. I believe that Clan Leader Gu Yuan will be very happy to see you again."
Xiao Xun'er turned around slowly, and her beautiful eyes as clear as autumn water cast towards Xiao Ling not far away, her eyes filled with deep attachment and inseparable emotions.
The corners of his pretty lips trembled slightly, as if he was trying hard to suppress the fluctuations in his heart.
Xiao Ling secretly clenched his fists, his hands trembling slightly unconsciously in his sleeves, his eyes filled with deep attachment and reluctance.
But he still tried hard to pull the corners of his mouth, revealing a slightly forced smile, and said slowly with suppressed emotions in his voice:
"Xun'er, go ahead. The road ahead is still long, you must go on bravely, I will always think of you in my heart."
Xiao Xun'er bit her red lips gently, as if using this action to strengthen her determination.
Finally, she took that step and stepped onto the broad back of the Silver-Horned Storm Beast.
Seeing this, Gu Yan nodded slightly and loudly gave the order to set off.
He turned his head, with an indescribable meaning, and looked at Xiao Ling deeply, his thoughts surging in his heart.
"It is truly amazing that such a remote and impoverished Northwestern continent could produce such a person that even the clan leader once praised highly."
"At only sixteen years old, his cultivation has reached the peak of Douhuang. His soul power is also so strong. His alchemy skills must be extraordinary. If Miss had not awakened Doudi bloodline, she would not be able to match this young man with such cultivation talent."
"The Xiao clan, which has been in decline for a long time, may be able to rise again with the help of this young man and regain its former glory."
After a moment, Gu Yan shook his head slightly and said to himself, "But this road to success must be full of thorns. I wonder if this young man can withstand the many tests."
The silver-horned storm beast moved at the sound, and it flapped its huge wings violently, instantly stirring up a strong storm.
Amid the howling wind, the silver-horned storm beast carrying Xiao Xun'er and Elder Gu Yan slowly rose into the air until it turned into a streak of silver light in the sky and disappeared into the clouds.
Xiao Ling looked at the silver light that was gradually going away, and an indescribable sense of emptiness surged in his heart. He knew that this separation might be a long one.
The breeze is still blowing gently, and the greenness of the grass seems to be telling the passage of time.
Xiao Ling took a deep breath and tried to suppress the reluctance in his heart. He understood that Xun'er's departure was not the end, but a new starting point for their future together.
"Xun'er, you must be fine." He prayed silently in his heart, looking into the distance with a firm gaze.
Xiao Ling turned around and slowly walked to the other end of the valley.
Xiao Ling knew that he could not indulge in the emotion of parting. The road ahead was still long, and he had to become stronger so that he could stand beside Xun'er with dignity one day in the future.
The clouds in the sky gradually dissipated, and the sun once again filled the earth. Xiao Ling's figure appeared more determined in the sun, and his steps became more steady.
In this fairyland-like valley, Xiao Ling's figure gradually disappeared at the end of the green grassland.
The road ahead may be full of thorns, but for the belief in his heart, Xiao Ling will be fearless and move forward courageously.
"I don't know what we will look like next time we meet."
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After leaving the valley, Xiao Ling's mood was like the mist in the valley. Although it had gradually dissipated, there was still a hint of melancholy.
Patting his cheeks hard, Xiao Ling tried to put the loss behind him.
Walking slowly all the way, Xiao Ling finally returned to his yard.
When I opened the door, a peaceful atmosphere greeted me. The flowers and plants in the yard swayed gently in the wind, but there was no sign of Qinglin and Xiao Yixian.
Xiao Ling walked slowly towards the alchemy room that Yao Chen often used, and then released a delicate sense of perception, trying to detect the movements in the room.
The perception penetrated through the crack of the door like water, spreading silently to every corner of the alchemy room.
However, all he heard was dead silence. The familiar smell of medicine and the sound of flames when refining medicine disappeared. Obviously, the medicine refining room was empty and Yao Chen was not there.
Xiao Ling frowned slightly, and had some guesses in his mind. He thought that the two of them must be looking for the traces of the sixth-level snake monster in order to improve their strength, so they were not in the yard.
As Qinglin's master, Yao Chen had to follow the two of them in case of any emergencies.
Xiao Ling didn't think too much about it, but walked directly into the room and simply packed up his belongings.
Afterwards, he came to Zi Yan's room and checked Zi Yan's progress as usual every day.
The room was filled with purple light, like a dreamlike color. The huge cocoon of light looked mysterious and solemn against the backdrop of the purple light.
Xiao Ling stared at the light cocoon, feeling the tremendous energy contained in it, and his heart couldn't help but be shocked.
Observing the light cocoon carefully, Xiao Ling discovered that there were more and more cracks on the purple light cocoon, as if it was a prelude to the blooming of life.
The light cocoon trembled slightly, as if responding to changes in the outside world. A weak energy fluctuation emanated from it, which made people feel awe.
Xiao Ling touched his chin, a trace of thought flashed in his eyes: "Zi Yan's progress in cultivation is faster than I expected. It seems that she has gained a lot from this retreat."
Stretching out his fair palm, Xiao Ling gently touched the light cocoon, as if he could feel Zi Yan's efforts and persistence inside, and a warm feeling surged in his heart.
"Zi Yan, you must break through successfully. Be careful and don't let anything go wrong." Xiao Ling said softly, with some anticipation in his eyes.
"If you don't come out before I go into seclusion to reach Dou Zong realm, we may not be able to meet for a while."
After saying that, Xiao Ling gently let go of his hand and walked out of the training room.
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