Chapter 271: The Meeting Between Xiao Han and Yao Lao

On a mountain peak in the far reaches of the Zang Shi Shan Mai in the Central Plains.

Xiao Han sat cross-legged on a bluestone, his eyes slightly closed. Two hours later, a pitch-black hole suddenly appeared behind him, and two figures, one black and one blue, slowly walked out from it.

Sensing the familiar aura, the corners of Xiao Han's mouth curled up:

"Xiao Tie, Xiao Ya, you two little fellows really have a close relationship. You're already Dou Sheng, yet you still do everything together like conjoined twins."

Hearing Xiao Han's teasing, the burly man in black scratched his head and revealed a simple, honest smile.

"Ancestor, we're just used to it!"

Then, the blue-robed youth beside him said with a serious face:

"I wonder what instructions the Ancestor has for summoning us here?"

The two of them were both Dou Sheng experts; even if they were only One-Star, they were a force not to be underestimated in the Central Plains. He was somewhat worried about the trouble to come.

Hearing this, even Xiao Tie, who usually took nothing to heart, became slightly solemn.

"You two should know the kid Xiao Yan, right?"

The two looked at each other and nodded in unison. Xiao Yan was the pride of their Xiao Clan in this generation, and the Four Pavilions Assembly a while ago had stunned the entire Central Plains. How could they, two old veterans drifting through the Central Plains, not know such explosive news?

"Ancestor, is this related to that kid Xiao Yan this time?" Xiao Tie asked in a muffled voice.

"To be precise, it should be related to his teacher."

"Teacher?" Xiao Ya raised an eyebrow. "That Venerable Yao?" Clearly, the existence of Yao Lao was no secret to them.

"He is Medicine Saint now!" Xiao Han chuckled.

Subsequently, he informed the two of them of the plan that Yao Lao and Langya Pavilion had discussed in advance.

This time, they could no longer remain calm. Xiao Tie clenched his sandbag-sized fists and said quite excitedly:

"So, the Ancestor wants us to help that Medicine Saint go and cause some trouble for the Soul Hall?"

The more steady-natured Xiao Ya also had an eager look in his eyes. The Soul Hall had targeted the Xiao Clan so viciously; they had intended to cross paths with them in the Central Plains back then.

But Xiao Han had been suppressing them, not allowing them to act, so they had to bury their thoughts. This opportunity had finally arrived!

"Why, are you interested?" Xiao Han's tone was playful; he knew the thoughts of the Xiao Clan's juniors like the back of his hand.

The two nodded in unison. "Ancestor, what should we do?" Xiao Tie felt his blood boiling; his forty-meter-long blade was already hungry and impatient.

"No need to rush!" Xiao Han said, crushing a Jade Pendant.

After a while, a stream of light sped over from the distance.

Xiao Tie and his companion noticed the powerful aura of the person approaching and both secretly raised their guard. Seeing Xiao Han's undefended posture, they understood that this must be the expert their Ancestor had called over.

And when that figure drew near, both were somewhat surprised. Are there such handsome Dou Sheng experts in the Central Plains? Shouldn't they all be old, withered men?

The experts the Ancestor knows are truly terrifying. They had thought they were already blessed by heaven, but they hadn't expected to still underestimate the heroes of the world.

"Ice Saint, trust you have been well since we last met!" that expert said, cupping his hands in greeting.

"Medicine Saint, long time no see!" Xiao Tie and his companion had finally managed to organize their thoughts, but Xiao Han's next greeting gave them a "surprise"!

"You are Medicine Saint?" Xiao Tie looked on in disbelief.

Seeing the other party's astonishment, Yao Lao understood in his heart and took the initiative to explain:

"Due to some special reasons, this old man has recovered the appearance of his youth. I hope you two will understand."

"Tsk tsk tsk~" Xiao Ya clicked his tongue, looking as if he had suddenly realized something. "No wonder the legend of Venerable Yao's many romantic encounters from back then still circulates in the Central Plains today."

"Looking at it now..." Xiao Ya took a deep look at Yao Lao, "Just this world-shaking appearance alone is enough to catch a glimpse of it."

This guy is simply devastatingly handsome; the title of the Central Plains' peerless beauty is well-deserved!

He added in his heart: not to mention that this stunningly handsome man also possessed powerful strength and a miraculous alchemy technique.

This is simply the typical representative of the Dou Qi Continent's rich, handsome, and powerful—he has money, looks, and strength; which girl wouldn't like him! Being single all this time was probably delayed by that unfilial disciple of his, Han Feng!

Hearing Xiao Ya's slightly strange praise, Yao Lao also gave a wry smile. Is it my fault for being handsome!

Then he turned his gaze to Xiao Han and asked with anticipation: "These two..."

The latter nodded and said:

"These two are the Dou Sheng experts I am supporting Medicine Saint with this time. Although they are only One-Star Dou Sheng, their coordination is extremely tacit; one attacking and one defending, they can contend with a Two-Star Dou Sheng!"

Before Yao Lao could show his surprise, Xiao Han continued:

"Moreover, these two are rogue cultivators of the Central Plains and have not yet joined my Langya Pavilion. Medicine Saint can try to recruit them."

Yao Lao nodded knowingly: "That won't be necessary. I am already quite grateful that you are willing to help this old man."

Yao Lao did not believe that what Xiao Han said was true. Poaching from one's own ally was an absolute taboo, and he wouldn't make such a stupid mistake!

"May I ask the names of you two?" Thinking this, Yao Lao looked at Xiao Tie and his companion.

"Qing He!"

"Yuan Hai!"

The two answered one after another.

"Greetings, Medicine Saint!"

"I have long heard of you both!" Yao Lao returned the greeting. As for whether he had actually heard of their names, Yao Lao could only say that everyone was just going through the motions; could he really get to the bottom of it?

"Now that you have all met, I will take my leave!" Seeing that the time was about right, Xiao Han prepared to get up and leave.

Before leaving, Xiao Han said to Yao Lao: "I hope Medicine Saint will not forget the agreement you made with me!"

Yao Lao laughed heartily and guaranteed: "Please rest assured, Ice Saint. This old bag of bones of mine does not have the ability to welch on a debt to Langya Pavilion!"

"Then I shall await the good news!" Xiao Han waved his hand, and his figure suddenly turned into a gust of wind and snow, disappearing from the spot.

Staring at the place where Xiao Han had left, Yao Lao sensed for a long time but could not detect the slightest anomaly, and in the end, he could only let out a sigh:

"Truly, the younger generation is to be feared!"

Yao Lao knew that with the strength of this Ice Saint, if he wanted to kill him, it might only take one move.

Meanwhile, in Ye City, which is quite far from Langya Pavilion, a feast of slaughter was currently unfolding.

"Clang!"

At the crisp sound, a blood-colored longsword severed a pitch-black chain and pierced through the body of a black-robed figure, after which a surge of formidable Dou Qi flooded the blade, instantly shattering the black-robed figure into nothingness.

After carefully sensing the surroundings for a long moment and confirming there were no survivors left, the stern figure clad in a blood-colored robe withdrew the longsword and returned to the ground.

"Many thanks to you for your help this time!" Having experienced that thrilling scene just now, the Great Elder of the Ye Family, Ye Zhong, was drenched in cold sweat.

More than ten Dou Zong experts—they could have leveled their Ye Family directly.

"No need for formalities; this is what we ought to do."

"Senior, are these attackers people from the Soul Hall?" Ye Xin Lan, who had been observing the battle from inside the house, then stepped forward to ask.

This assassination attempt was thwarted thanks to the three Langya Guards who had suddenly appeared and swiftly dealt with the intruders in a very short time, sparing the Ye Family from heavy losses.

Having calmed down, Ye Xin Lan had examined the corpses left behind; they were all dressed as Soul Hall Protectors, hence her question.

However, the Langya Guard who was asked shook his head in denial, his eyes filled with a fierce glint as he said meaningfully, "This time, it is not the Soul Hall!"

"How truly interesting; there is actually a faction in this Central Plains that dares to make the Soul Hall take the blame—they certainly have some nerve!"

"Ah?" Ye Xin Lan was equally shocked; having stayed at Langya Pavilion for so many years, she had gained a considerable understanding of the Soul Hall, the mortal enemy of Langya Pavilion.

Before Langya Pavilion, the Soul Hall was almost the strongest force on the surface of the entire Central Plains, and even now, it still possesses terrifying strength.

Someone actually dared to smear the Soul Hall's name?

"The Soul Hall wouldn't be so petty if they were to strike; a dozen or so Dou Zong..."

That Langya Guard said disdainfully, "What use could they possibly be!"

Was this looking down on the Langya Guard, or looking down on Langya Pavilion?

Dou Zong Ye Zhong: "..."

"The Vice Pavilion Master sent us here this time specifically to protect Miss Ye as she travels to the Pill Tower," the Langya Guard said solemnly.

"Please rest assured, Miss Ye!"

"Thank you, Senior!" Ye Xin Lan said politely.

She believed that with the protection of the Langya Guards, the journey should be safe and without worry.