Chapter 331: Planning with Xiao Xuan

Xiao Han followed Xiao Xuan into the space. As soon as he entered, he could not help but exclaim:

"This is truly impressive!"

What came into view was a scene of a vibrant jungle, the dense energy feeling as if it were trying to burrow into his own body.

Faint sunlight spilled onto his white clothes and fell across the forest, as if coating it in a layer of gold dust, bringing a warm, sleepy feeling. In the far distance, a grand hall standing on the plains was faintly visible.

Slowly approaching the hall, Xiao Han looked up at the three characters "Ancestral Hall" on the plaque with a complex expression and gave a bitter smile:

"Only now do I remember that this junior is still a 'missing person' on the Xiao Clan genealogy!"

"'Missing person'?" Xiao Xuan, who was in front, stopped in his tracks. He quickly reacted and said in a deep voice:

"You brat have indeed sacrificed too much for the Xiao Clan!"

"The Xiao Clan will not forget your sacrifices!"

Xiao Han shook his head and said: "The Xiao Clan was the place that raised me; this junior is naturally not the type to be ungrateful."

If Xiao Han were truly a person who haggled over every ounce, he would not have returned to the Xiao Clan after becoming successful. With his strength, could he not have lived wantonly and freely in the Central Plains?

"It is merely hiding my name and identity; at least this junior has been living quite well. Those younger generations are the ones who should be remembered most."

Regardless of status or daily relationships, they were all able to risk their lives for the clan. Perhaps this is exactly why the bond of blood in the Dou Qi Continent is so precious.

Xiao Xuan smiled faintly: "You speak well!"

Although Xiao Han had provided the Xiao Clan with much help, he had mostly just provided the Xiao Clan members with an opportunity. If the younger generation did not strive, even if Xiao Han were capable of fighting, the Xiao Clan would not have its current atmosphere.

While speaking, the two had already arrived inside the Ancestral Hall, where the seats at the very front had already been prepared.

After the two sat down, Xiao Han sensed the surroundings for a moment and asked in confusion:

"I wonder where the other ancestors are?"

"They..." Xiao Xuan poured a cup of tea for Xiao Han and explained casually:

"I had them take people to uncover the Soul Clan's nails in the Northwest Continent, so it will be convenient to wipe them all out when the time comes."

Regarding the greatest enemy of the Xiao Clan from the past to the present, Xiao Xuan's tolerance for the Soul Clan had always been very low.

If he were not worried about being exposed, Xiao Xuan would have long been unable to suppress the killing intent in his heart and would have directly waved his hand to wipe the latter out.

Hearing this, Xiao Han nodded.

"Alright, now tell me your purpose for coming." Xiao Xuan said sternly:

"I do not believe you returned this time just to see how we old fellows are doing."

"Hehe~"

"The ancestor is sharp-eyed!" Xiao Han complimented.

Immediately, amidst Xiao Xuan's strange gaze, he recounted the recent events in detail.

After Xiao Han finished his account, Xiao Xuan pondered briefly and said:

"Are you preparing for us old fellows to go to the Central Plains?"

Noticing Xiao Han's surprise, Xiao Xuan said gently:

"As you said, the Soul Clan has reached the point of needing to kidnap a younger generation to threaten you not to take action against them for five years. Thus, the time for their plan to be implemented will certainly be within five years, or even sooner."

"Only then would they go to such lengths to eliminate you, this unstable factor."

Xiao Xuan suddenly laughed, "It seems Hun Tiandi is also desperate like a dog jumping over a wall."

In his view, the Soul Clan perhaps assumed that Xiao Han would not easily give up that younger generation named Ye Shenghan.

But this method carried great risk; one careless move would invite the retaliation of the Langya Pavilion and Xiao Han at any cost.

According to Hun Tiandi's cautious nature, he would never use it unless absolutely necessary.

Xiao Han agreed:

"Just as the ancestor said, the current Soul Clan is once again restless. Since it is inconvenient for this junior to take action, I will need the ancestor to teach the Soul Clan a lesson when the time comes."

"I did not expect that I would have to take a trip to the Central Plains before I had even rested for a year." Xiao Xuan's tone was playful,

"I wonder what reaction those old fellows will have when they know I am still alive?"

"They should be very surprised!" Xiao Han smiled,

"After all, the ancestor's demeanor that suppressed a generation back then gave them quite a bit of pressure!"

"That is true!"

At this moment, Xiao Xuan recovered the demeanor he had as a peerless genius a thousand years ago. Compared to his former arrogance, he now possessed a bit more steadiness accumulated over time, yet his unyielding backbone had never disappeared.

"I wonder when and where the ancestor plans to enter the fray?"

"Enter the fray?" Xiao Xuan lowered his head and pondered for a while, then said:

"Then let it be the Yao Clan!"

In Xiao Xuan's mind, the seemingly weakest Shi Clan had become entangled with a large number of Ancient Race factions due to the erratic actions of their Clan Leader, Shi Ren. It would be simple to bite into them, but cleaning up the aftermath would be very troublesome.

On the contrary, the Yao Clan, which seemed to have extensive connections and friends all over the world due to their alchemy, was more like a soft persimmon that was easy to squeeze.

Moreover, Xiao Xuan had his own little calculations; the wealth of the Yao Clan was almost on par with the current strongest Ancient and Soul Clans. If one spoke of Medicinal Pill reserves, they were peerless in the world.

Thinking about it carefully, at the moment of the Yao Clan's survival and despair, for a combat force like himself to descend from the sky, it would not be excessive to collect a little service fee!

They, these old fellows, had been using the younger generation's things. After arriving at the Xiao Clan, the younger generation they had never met treated them with great respect and almost granted every request, yet they had provided no return.

If they did not take the opportunity to secure some benefits for the younger generation, it would be intolerable by the laws of heaven!

"The ancestor chooses the Yao Clan?" Xiao Han did not object and said with firm determination:

"Please wait patiently, ancestor; this junior will certainly arrange everything properly."

"Then I will trouble you."

Xiao Xuan did not doubt whether Xiao Han could do it. If he did not even have this bit of ability, wanting to build a super faction from scratch and reaching his current achievements would be nothing but a pipe dream.

"Oh, when the time comes, please also help me obtain the Yao Clan's Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade."

Xiao Han suddenly said.

"Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade?" Xiao Xuan was puzzled; wasn't the plan to gather them through the hands of the Soul Clan? This did not seem to align with the original plan.

Furthermore, once the Yao Clan's Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade was taken, it would likely be difficult to ask for other benefits.

Xiao Han sighed slightly and explained, "This junior hopes to keep the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade to exchange for my martial niece."

Xiao Han was only talking about forcefully breaking into the Soul Clan; as the most mysterious Ancient Race, the Soul Clan had managed the Soul World for countless years, and heaven knows what hidden traps were inside. He did not believe he could accurately find Ye Shenghan and retreat unscathed.

Thus, he could only choose a more secure method.

Xiao Xuan realized the crux of the matter; he was equally helpless regarding the problem Xiao Han faced. If he truly had such ability, the Xiao Clan would have stormed the Soul Clan's base camp back then.

"No problem, I will do my best to obtain the piece of Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade from the Yao Clan."

"If they still stubbornly refuse to give up the Ancient Jade..."

Xiao Xuan chuckled and clenched his fist, "Then we shall take it by force!"

He did not believe that by then, with all trump cards revealed, the Yao Clan, having been beaten to a half-crippled state by the Soul Clan, would still have the strength to stop him.

"Then this junior will return to prepare; within one year, I will certainly give the ancestor an accurate message."

Xiao Han smiled and said, "At that time, this junior will await the ancestor's good news."

"Mm."