Chapter 63

Old Mr. Xiao spoke calmly, his face solemn, exuding the air of a powerful figure, a stark contrast to his usual carefree demeanor, giving people an inexplicable sense of authority. As soon as his words were spoken, the entire venue erupted in excitement.

"What, we have elixirs too?"

"Hehe, thank you, Old Mr. Xiao!"

"The Xiao family is truly generous!"

"We will definitely follow the lead of the Xiao family from now on." The cultivators from various clans were overjoyed, quickly clasping their fists and smiling.

Xiao Yun looked at these people and smiled faintly.

Earlier, when Old Mr. Fang announced that he had reached the Essence Core Realm, many people had declared their allegiance to the Fang family.

But in the blink of an eye, they had switched to the Xiao family, truly a typical example of fickle-minded people.

However, Xiao Yun's mind was gradually maturing, and he knew that this was a world where the strong ruled. Whoever was stronger could control everything. Although these people might not be sincere, it was still useful to win them over to save the Xiao family from many troubles.

For example, if it weren't for the cultivators from various clans, many important figures from the Fang family would have escaped.

"Grandfather, don't worry. As long as there are medicinal herbs, I can refine elixirs," Xiao Yun said with a smile.

"Good." Old Mr. Xiao nodded slightly.

"Medicinal herbs?" The elders of various clans looked at each other and quickly said, "Young Master Xiao Yun, just tell us what herbs you need, and we will do our best to gather them. No, we will even bankrupt ourselves to collect them for you to help you refine the elixirs."

"Right, no matter what herbs, we will gather them." Everyone chimed in.

Now that there was a chance to obtain elixirs, no one dared to be negligent.

After all, even the Pure Essence Pill was something they could only dream of, let alone the Condensing Essence Pill. Such a rare opportunity, who would want to miss it? Even if they could get a few先天丹 (先天丹), it would be a stroke of luck from the heavens, and they couldn't help but try their best.

"Since that's the case, I'll list the herbs later and have everyone search for them," Xiao Yun said, not being overly polite given their enthusiasm.

"That's a lot of trouble for you, Young Master Xiao Yun." The elders of various clans all smiled and said to Xiao Yun.

Xiao Yun waved his hand and didn't say much more.

"Haha, Brother Yuan Shan, you truly have a fine grandson!" Old Mr. Lin walked over, his eyes gleaming with intense interest as he stared at Xiao Yun. His gaze seemed to wish to possess this young man, with a hint of cunning in his eyes.

"That's right, this is my seed," Old Mr. Xiao said without any modesty, smiling. "How many people in this world can compare to him?"

Thinking of how his grandson could refine the extremely rare Condensing Essence Pill, Old Mr. Xiao was as excited as if he had been injected with adrenaline. At such a young age, to achieve such success, even in the entire Fengyue Kingdom, few could match him.

"That's right, that's right." Old Mr. Lin's eyes gleamed, and he waved his hand, summoning a girl with long, slender legs and a fiery figure to walk over slowly.

The girl's eyes were hazy, her lips slightly pursed, and her face seemed somewhat unnatural.

This girl was none other than Lin Xiaoman.

Seeing this girl walk over, Xiao Yun's eyebrows slightly raised.

"Xiao Yun, congratulations on winning the championship." Lin Xiaoman walked over, shook her head, and put aside her complex emotions. She smiled and extended her white, smooth hand to the young man, offering her hand in a friendly gesture.

"Hmph, a power-hungry person." Beside her, Yan Shiyi frowned and spat lightly.

However, she was also a bit worried, "Brother Xiao Yun won't be charmed by her, will he?"

Her eyelashes fluttered, her face filled with concern. Lin Xiaoman was wearing hot pants, her legs long and white, and her chest full, almost spilling out, revealing a patch of snow-white skin, incredibly alluring. Any man looking at her curvaceous figure would be moved.

"Thank you for the congratulations." Xiao Yun glanced at the girl's extended hand and said indifferently.

"You!" Lin Xiaoman was furious, her teeth clenched. When had she ever been treated like this?

However, Xiao Yun didn't pay attention to this usually proud girl. His gaze suddenly shifted to the other side.

There, Yan Shifei and Lady Yan were walking over slowly.

Seeing Yan Shifei approach, the cultivators from various clans instinctively made way for her.

Everyone knew that this girl had a special relationship with Xiao Yun.

They had walked hand in hand together before!

"Are you okay?" Yan Shifei walked over, her lips curved into a gentle smile, her eyes filled with tenderness and concern. She gazed at the young man in front of her, her eyes full of worry. That battle had scared her to death!

"How could I not be okay?" Xiao Yun shrugged and smiled.

"You!" Yan Shifei's eyes narrowed, her voice tinged with helplessness. Although the young man's words were calm and indifferent, she knew how dangerous it had been. If Xiao Yun hadn't turned the tide at the critical moment, they might have been separated forever.

Seeing the two of them speaking in such an intimate manner, the elders of various clans tactfully moved aside.

Xiao Hong and the others also smiled, "Haha, this kid has really grown up!"

"Indeed, he even managed to win the heart of the Yan family's daughter without them noticing, truly impressive!"

Everyone laughed heartily, looking very pleased.

"Cough, cough." City Lord Yan walked over, slightly embarrassed, and cleared his throat.

"City Lord Yan, you have great fortune!" someone joked.

"Ha ha." City Lord Yan smiled awkwardly, then walked to Xiao Yun's side and said, "This is the token you earned for winning the championship. With this, you can go to the capital to participate in the Tianyuan Sect's disciple selection. With your strength, you are sure to impress the powerful figures of the Tianyuan Sect."

As he spoke, he handed over a token.

"Is this the token for the Tianyuan Sect's selection?" Xiao Yun took the token and murmured.

The young men nearby all looked at it with intense interest, their eyes filled with envy.

This token was something countless young geniuses dreamed of. With it, they might change their fate and enter the vast world of martial artists. For the young descendants of various clans, this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, something they could only dream of.

Xiao Yun put the token away, then his gaze shifted to City Lord Yan's side.

There stood a beautiful woman with a lingering charm.

Being stared at by this young man, the woman's eyes darted away, her face showing a hint of embarrassment.

"Mrs. Yan, can I now court Sister Shifei?" Xiao Yun smiled and looked at the woman.

The young man's clear voice echoed throughout the venue, and everyone nearby could hear it clearly.

"Is Xiao Yun proposing to Mrs. Yan?"

"How envious I am of Miss Yan, to be chosen by Xiao Yun."

"If only Xiao Yun would look at me like that." Seeing the young man's serious expression, the nearby young ladies and noble daughters all looked at Yan Shifei with envious eyes. Xiao Yun was a once-in-a-century genius!

Lin Xiaoman felt a bitter taste in her heart.

Originally, she and this young man had a good relationship, but after his talent declined, she gradually distanced herself from him. Now, they were almost like enemies, and even when she extended her hand, he refused to interact with her, let alone take it further.

"Of course, of course." Mrs. Yan looked embarrassed, her heart also feeling bitter. But hearing the nearby comments, she quickly forced a smile and nodded, fearing that this young man would be taken by other girls.

Looking at the current situation, if Xiao Yun were willing, countless people would flock to him.

The young man was no longer the waste he once was but a highly sought-after prodigy. Who wouldn't want to be associated with him?

"That's good." Hearing Mrs. Yan's response, Xiao Yun felt a sense of relief. The long-suppressed frustration in his heart finally dissipated.

Back then, Mrs. Yan had constantly belittled him, thinking he was a toad lusting after a swan. Now, he had finally proven with his strength that he would not always be a toad and would one day become a prince admired by all.

And now, he had done it.

"Anything is possible with effort." Xiao Yun felt a bit excited.

If he hadn't worked hard and risked his life, how could he have survived under Qiu Yuchen's attack?

If he had died, what would winning the championship mean?

Only by striving could he win!

At this moment, a strong belief was firmly established in Xiao Yun's heart.

In the face of danger, he would never retreat, and even if there was only a one in ten thousand chance, he would fight for it!

At this moment, Yan Shifei walked over to Xiao Yun's side, extending her hand to take his.

Seemingly sensing the pressure in Xiao Yun's eyes, she reached out to hold his hand.

Feeling the softness in his hand, Xiao Yun's tense nerves relaxed, and a smile involuntarily appeared on his lips.

As long as his beloved was by his side, everything was worth it.

Seeing Xiao Yun and her sister's affectionate interaction, Yan Shiyi felt a bit gloomy.

"All these power-hungry people, they didn't allow Sister and Brother Xiao Yun to be together a few days ago, but now they've changed their minds." Yan Shiyi pouted, feeling unhappy, and glanced at her mother with a look of disdain.

"What's wrong with you, little girl?" Mrs. Yan was puzzled. What was wrong with this girl?

When she opposed Shifei and Xiao Yun being together, she grumbled, and now that she agreed, she grumbled again.

"Shifei and Xiao Yun being together means she has a reliable support." City Lord Yan nodded in satisfaction.

With that, the entire competition came to an end.

"Brother Yuan Shan, what are your plans?" Old Mr. Lin asked beside him.

"Plans?" Old Mr. Xiao raised an eyebrow, his eyes questioning.

"This time, although you dealt with Fang Kun, Xiao Yun killing Qiu Yuchen might cause some trouble," Old Mr. Lin said.

"Old Mr. Lin is right," the elders of various clans also nodded.

"That is indeed a problem," City Lord Yan frowned.

Old Mr. Xiao also looked thoughtful.

"Is Qiu Yuchen highly regarded in the Tianyuan Sect?" Xiao Yun walked over and asked.

"Yes," City Lord Yan nodded. "One of his uncles is an elder in the Tianyuan Sect, and he also favored Fang Hao."

"An elder in the Tianyuan Sect?" Xiao Yun frowned. "It seems there is indeed some trouble."

"You don't need to worry too much," City Lord Yan said. "The Tianyuan Sect isn't a place where the Qiu family can dominate."

Pausing, he continued, "You have extraordinary talent, not only possessing a strange fire but also being able to refine elixirs. You will surely stand out in the Tianyuan Sect's selection. Once you catch the eye of certain figures, you will be given special attention and become a core disciple of the Tianyuan Sect. Why fear the Qiu family then?"

"Core disciple?" Xiao Yun's eyes narrowed, a hint of excitement appearing in his heart.