High-ranked alchemists. Terrifying protectors. Endless future benefits.
Nalan Jie stroked his beard, calm but pleased.
"Cloud Sect's mistress will take Yanran to Wu Tan City soon. They want to meet this prodigy personally."
He paused then asked:
"You kept in touch with Xiao Zhan, yes?"
"Of course! A future son-in-law like this .....how could I not?"
Nalan Jie nodded.
"This time, I must see for myself… how far the boy has grown."
Then Nalan Su remembered something ...excitement returning.
"And father ..... Xiao Yan's teacher is an advanced alchemist. Perhaps… he can cure your brand-poison!"
Hope flickered in Nalan Jie's aging eyes.
Suddenly… the Nalan family saw a future brighter than ever.
Hearing those words, Nalan Jie was briefly stunned. A glint of delight flashed in his eyes.
"If that's the case… that would be the best outcome."
Years of illness had made him view life and death with indifference, yet if there was a chance to live a few more years—who would refuse?
While the Nalan Family celebrated with excitement, in the imperial palace's rear mountain a black-robed Jia Xingtian sat calmly halfway up the slope.
Before him stood an elegant and enchantingly beautiful woman, silent and poised.
"To think that a small town like Wu Tan could produce such monsters.
And that Xiao Yan's mysterious sect… even I feel pressured by their strength."
Jia Xingtian sighed helplessly. He too had heard the recent rumors—how Xiao Yan's supporters casually crushed a Dou Wang expert.
Even if that Dou Wang was relatively weak, a Dou Wang was still a Dou Wang.
Ordinary Dou Huang could injure one, but never with such ease.
Even Xiao Yan's bodyguard might not be weaker than him.
From that alone, one could imagine—Xiao Yan's background was not merely strong…
It could easily be a top-tier faction in the entire Northwest Continent.
Even the Cloud Mist Sect couldn't compare, unless one spoke of its ancient golden age.
"Yao Ye, I heard the Nalan Family and Yun Yun plan to visit Wu Tan City to meet Xiao Yan?"
Jia Xingtian leaned lazily against a giant rock, eyes turning toward his beautiful great-granddaughter.
Among the royal family's fourth generation, this princess was the one he admired most.
Not just for beauty.....
her mind and leadership talent were exceptional.
"Reporting to Ancestor, that's correct."
Yao Ye respectfully bowed, though her long brows knitted slightly in hidden worry.
If those two forces united… the royal family's position would be threatened.
Even without rebellion, the court would no longer dare act freely.....just like their current caution toward the Cloud Mist Sect.
"What do you think we should do?"
Jia Xingtian stroked his beard, clearly testing her.
"We should seize this opportunity to visit the Xiao Family first.
If Ancestor approves, bestow Lord Xiao Zhan a noble title and grant Wu Tan City as their official domain.
With imperial recognition, Xiao Clan would have no reason.....nor excuse—to rebel in the future."
Jia Xingtian smiled, amused.
A good plan for normal families… but Xiao Yan isn't someone bound by common logic.
A genius like him changes every year. In ten years, he might already be Dou Wang… or even Dou Huang.
If he remains reasonable, fine.
But if ambition rises—none of us could control him."
Yao Ye's heart tightened.
A greedy Xiao Yan would be far more dangerous than Nalan Yanran.
"Then Ancestor… what should we do?"
"Haha. In this world—fists decide who rules.
If that boy truly becomes unstoppable, then we hand him the reins.
Worldly power means nothing to top experts.
If not for you juniors, even I wouldn't bother with this empire."
With a relaxed chuckle, he nodded.
"We'll proceed with your plan."
His gaze deepened meaningfully.
And when you meet Xiao Yan… observe what kind of person he is.
Nalan Yanran may be outstanding—
but my Yao Ye is no worse."
"Ancestor!"
Yao Ye's cheeks flushed with annoyance.
"That boy is only thirteen!"
"Older woman, bigger fortune~" Jia Xingtian teased shamelessly.
He grew serious a moment later:
"Some oppose you simply because you're a woman.
If you win Xiao Yan's loyalty… no one will dare speak again.
With a powerhouse backing you.....
The empire could rise beyond its borders."
"So take the chance while he's young.
Otherwise, you may lose the advantage to that Nalan girl."
After a moment of contemplation, Yao Ye finally nodded.
"I will give it a try."
She saluted and turned to leave.
Before she vanished, Jia Xingtian called out again:
"And bring Yao Yue with you.
If she catches Xiao Yan's eye.....or at least enters his mysterious sect as an alchemist—
that would benefit us greatly."
Yao Ye acknowledged the order and left with renewed determination.
In the Mittel Family estate, Tengshan stood quietly in his courtyard, a satisfied smile curling his lips.
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