Chapter 313: The First Meeting Between Ancestor and Descendants

As the voice fell, everyone watched in astonishment as ripples spread through the void, and then a man in light cyan robes appeared without warning, a faint smile on his lips, his face full of gratification as he said:

"I never expected that after my fall, the Xiao Clan could still produce a descendant like you. It seems Heaven truly blesses my Xiao Clan!"

Xiao Xuan had just observed the entire battle and had a rough estimate of the strength of Xiao Han, who was possessing Xiao Yan; his cultivation was at least that of a Five-Star Dou Sheng.

Such strength was rare even when the Xiao Clan was at its peak, let alone now that the Dou Di Bloodline had been discarded.

The appearance of Xiao Han undoubtedly gave Xiao Xuan a great surprise; at the very least, he knew that the current Xiao Clan was likely not doing too poorly.

"Ancestor, this junior looks forward to your return!" Feeling that his time possessing Xiao Yan was coming to an end, Xiao Han bowed respectfully and bid farewell to Xiao Xuan.

The latter was not surprised, merely nodding with a smile in his eyes.

As for the return mentioned by the other, in Xiao Xuan's view, it was perhaps a small obsession of a descendant. Knowing that the Xiao Clan still possessed a Dou Sheng expert made his many years of waiting in this place, the Heavenly Tomb, not in vain.

Suddenly, the aura around "Xiao Yan" changed abruptly, and he closed his eyes tightly, falling from mid-air, only to be hurriedly caught by Xun'er, whose face was pale. After sensing him carefully and realizing that he was unharmed, she finally let out a sigh of relief.

Xiao Xuan looked with satisfaction at the two Xiao brothers who had entered the Heavenly Tomb this time, and nodded faintly at Xiao Ding, who was still conscious, "You two are quite good!"

Xiao Yan went without saying; in Xiao Xuan's view, someone who could have an expert like Xiao Han, who was above a Five-Star Dou Sheng, personally leave behind a safeguard to protect him, was definitely a heaven-gifted talent of the current Xiao Clan, and his performance along the way was also commendable.

Xiao Ding was even more so; being able to trick the devious Soul Clan and cause them to suffer casualties on the first level of the Heavenly Tomb was worthy of praise in itself. Although the Dou Qi in his body was slightly unstable and showed signs of having been enhanced by external forces, he still possessed good talent.

Hearing Xiao Xuan's praise, Xiao Ding felt a shock in his heart; this was the recognition of the legendary Clan Leader of the Xiao Clan from years ago. He excitedly performed a grand salute, "Unworthy descendant Xiao Ding pays respects to Ancestor Xiao Xuan!"

Xiao Xuan nodded with a faint smile, accepting the gesture. He then turned his gaze toward the Ancient Clan group, his eyes no longer holding the gentleness from before, replaced instead by indifference and coldness.

Although Xiao Xuan had been hiding in the Tomb Mansion and seeing no outsiders, he was well aware of the Ancient Clan's little schemes. It was impossible for him to show a good face to those who coveted his belongings.

Swept by his gaze, apart from Xun'er who was holding Xiao Yan, the three of Gu Qingyang immediately tensed up. Before this expert who could rival their own Clan Leader, these so-called heaven-gifted talents of the Ancient Clan dared not make the slightest unnecessary movement.

Finally, Xiao Xuan spoke slowly: "You of the Ancient Clan are quite sensible this time."

He was, of course, referring to the matter of the two spots for the Xiao Clan, and Gu Qingyang and the others quietly breathed a sigh of relief; fortunately, the other party had no intention of pursuing the matter.

"Follow me!" Xiao Xuan said faintly, turning to leave.

The group did not hesitate at all and hurriedly followed; in front of this person, playing any tricks was just seeking one's own death.

Central Plains, Langya Pavilion.

Xiao Han slowly opened his eyes, the corners of his mouth lifting slightly, "This day is finally coming!"

For many years, he had walked on thin ice, acting with restraint, fearing that one wrong move would affect the whole situation.

Although his back had straightened much more after breaking through to a Nine-Star Dou Sheng, he still lacked the confidence to contend with the Soul Clan; after all, mutual destruction could only be a last resort.

But if Ancestor Xiao Xuan returned, that name alone would be enough to extinguish the improper thoughts of the Soul Clan and other petty characters.

Xiao Xuan led everyone to the depths of the Heavenly Tomb, where a primitive tombstone came into view, exuding an aura of desolation and loneliness.

"The three of you stay here to cultivate. This is my Tomb Mansion; no one will disturb you, and the cultivation effect is the best." Xiao Xuan turned his head and said to Gu Qingyang and the others.

"Yes!" Gu Qingyang and the others looked at each other, finally nodding bitterly.

"You two, follow me inside!" Xiao Xuan said gently to Xiao Ding and the other.

Turning to walk toward the tombstone, Xiao Ding followed first, with Xun'er supporting Xiao Yan close behind. The tombstone rippled, swallowing their figures.

"This..." Gu Hua and the other looked at Gu Qingyang for help, and the latter could not help but show a wry smile, shaking his head:

"Senior Xiao Xuan shouldn't do anything. All we can do now is cultivate."

Saying this, he casually found a spot near the tombstone to sit cross-legged and closed his eyes to cultivate. Seeing this, the others followed suit.

After all, life is like that; if you can't resist, you can only accept it.

At this time inside the Heavenly Tomb, Xiao Yan had already been awakened by Xiao Xuan's spell. The three looked around; apart from a pool in the center, it was almost empty.

A sense of desolation welled up inside; a top-tier expert who once commanded the wind and rain on the Dou Qi Continent could only suffer torment in such a ghostly place after death.

"You find a place to sit down first; I still have things I want to ask you." Xiao Xuan was already accustomed to this environment and said casually.

After the few found a place to sit, Xiao Xuan said: "Tell me about the current situation of the Xiao Clan!"

The tone was still calm, but if one listened carefully, one could feel the anticipation and joy hidden within.

Xiao Xuan had originally thought that the current state of the Xiao Clan would not be too good, but the sudden appearance of Xiao Han made him realize that the current situation of the Xiao Clan might far exceed his imagination.

Hearing this, Xun'er also quietly pricked up her ears. Compared to the past, the current Xiao Clan had a bit more mystery, and Xun'er was extremely unfamiliar with this and very eager to learn a little.

Xiao Yan and Xiao Ding looked at each other, and the former said: "It is better to let Big Brother tell this; he knows the situation of the Xiao Clan better than I do."

Xiao Yan was still in a daze, especially regarding the safeguard left by the ancestor hidden within his body, of which he knew nothing; he needed time to sort out his thoughts.

Xiao Xuan looked at Xiao Yan in surprise; the latter's expression was calm and did not seem fake, which made Xiao Xuan suspicious.

Xiao Yan's treatment was much better than his big brother's and he was definitely a key cultivation target, so why would he say that?

Seeing Xiao Xuan's surprise, Xiao Ding took the initiative to explain: "Due to certain reasons, Third Brother is not clear about the affairs of the Xiao Clan. I hope the Ancestor understands!"

"Hmm." Xiao Xuan nodded faintly; as an old fellow who had already passed away, he would not point fingers at the internal affairs of the current Xiao Clan.

Xiao Ding glanced obscurely at Xun'er. Xiao Xuan understood, and with a light wave of his sleeve, a layer of transparent Soundproof Barrier appeared, enveloping the three.

Xiao Yan first frowned, then relaxed. He was no fool; the only possibility for such an action was that the matter was of great importance, even involving the Ancient Clan.

Rather than letting Xun'er know and putting her in a difficult position in the middle, it was better to keep it hidden.

Xiao Ding was silent for a while, then slowly began to speak.