Chapter 554: They Are Unworthy!

When those words were spoken, the whole assembly erupted in a roar.

Every gaze froze in place.

Ye Qingran said, even the Valley Master of Dan Valley would shout "ancestor" at her!

It is said that in the alchemy world, if your strength far exceeds the other's, you truly deserve the title "ancestor".

It is a sign of respect toward a master alchemist.

But Ye Qingran is so young, and not to mention whether she even understands alchemy; even if she does, how could she possibly be stronger than Nan Xin or even the Valley Master of Dan Valley?

"Grain of Light, you also dare to flaunt brilliance?"

A sharp shout rang out, booming like a thunderclap.

Then Nan Xin and Dean Wu Shushan walked side by side.

Nan Xin narrowed his eyes, an overwhelmingly intimidating aura radiating from his body, his gaze striking Ye Qingran like lightning, as if to pierce two holes through her.

Grand Elder Nan Xin has arrived!

The crowd erupted into chaos.

As the Grand Elder of Dan Valley, Nan Xin's alchemy skill is exceptionally high.

Likewise, his standing in Beimingzhou is not to be ignored.

He strode forward, and the Academy's disciples dared not even draw a breath.

Each of his steps seemed to press upon their hearts, so heavy they could not breathe!

Ye Qingran's gaze flickered and settled on Nan Xin.

Ten years have passed.

Although she did not personally experience the events of that year.

Yet every time she recalls her master speaking of those past events, the pain that seeped from him, the unhealable despair, leaves her heart unsettled for a long time.

His cultivation was ruined, his wife and children slain.

Once the celebrated pride of heaven, a charismatic figure who quelled an era in Beiming, he was betrayed by close kin, cursed, fled abroad, and lived a wandering life.

Such a weight of life is incomprehensible to anyone who hasn't lived it.

On one side is deep longing for his wife and children; on the other, an unrelenting, towering hatred.

What path should he take?

And the person before them, Grand Elder Nan Xin of Dan Valley, was one of the original conspirators.

It was he who destroyed his dantian, severed his meridians, fed him lethal poison, turning him into a complete wreck!

Nan Xin, Ling Tian, you owe Ling Xianliu; I will repay him a thousandfold!

A bone‑gnawing hatred flashed briefly in Ye Qingran's eyes, unnoticed by anyone.

Only the two children felt their mother's hand grow cold. They squeezed tightly, as if trying to convey their warmth to her.

"Father."

Nan Yan saw Nan Xin, shuffled in broken steps to his side, looped an arm around him, and called affectionately.

Her eyes flickered, she glanced at Ye Qingran with a teasing look.

Nan Xin returned a kindly smile toward Nan Yan.

Seeing this, many disciples showed envious glances.

Having a Grand Elder of Dan Valley as a father is simply enviable.

"Ye Qingran, I give you a chance to retract what you just said!"

When Nan Xin faced Ye Qingran, his expression suddenly turned grim, speaking in a patronizing tone.

His voice was laced with terrifying Mysterious Force, showcasing his immense power.

The crowd couldn't help but gasp in shock.

This Grand Elder of Dan Valley not only has peak alchemy skill, but his cultivation is also frighteningly high.

Where does Ye Qingran draw the courage to defy this renowned Grand Elder of Dan Valley?

"I also give you a chance: call me 'ancestor'. Otherwise, if you ever try to call me that again, I won't agree."

Sss~

Panting sounds rose and fell.

The Academy disciples' gazes were indescribable.

Grand Elder Nan Xin had already given Ye Qingran a chance, yet she still didn't cherish it; does she truly have confidence, or is she clueless about death?

Nan Xin's aura instantly turned ferocious, his eyes filled with unabashed murderous intent, as if ready to put Ye Qingran to death at any moment!

Since appearing, Wu Shushan's gaze never left Fu Hanxiu.

He knows that without Dan Valley's affirmative reply, they will never settle peacefully.

Sure enough, Nan Xin ordered people to blow up the incident, planning to use Academy disciples to drive Ye Qingran out of the Academy.

What she hadn't expected was that Ye Qingran would clash with Nan Xin so quickly.

Seeing Nan Xin openly display murderous intent toward Ye Qingran, Wu Shushan broke a sweat for Nan Xin.

It's not that he's worried about Nan Xin's life; rather, if Emperor Sovereign erupts in fury over a beauty and slays Nan Xin here, with so many Academy disciples watching, the repercussions would be bad, and Dean Li would surely punish him upon return.

"Elder Nan Xin, for my sake, let this matter end here."

Wu Shushan stepped forward, laughing.

"Impossible!"

Nan Xin refused without a second thought.

"I already gave her a chance; she didn't seize it, who's to blame? Today, I must make her pay a painful price!"

"Dean Wu, Instructor Ye not only assaults and abuses Academy disciples without cause, but also speaks disrespectfully to my father. If she isn't punished, we cannot command the crowd. Otherwise, anyone could beat people in the Academy, anyone could disregard the Grand Elder of Dan Valley."

Wu Shushan practically wants to flip his White Eye.

I'm saving you! Do you know who you've offended? The Emperor Sovereign of the Peak of the Hunt!

Wu Shushan shouted in his mind.

But, actually, he also knows that Nan Xin could never really give him this face.

"Nan Xin, Nan Yan, you speak so quickly; this matter today is not over!"

Wu Shushan was startled and looked at Ye Qingran in surprise.

He suddenly realized that Ye Qingran seemed to be deliberately blowing the matter up!

What is she trying to do?

He couldn't figure it out, and subconsciously glanced at Fu Hanxiu. Fu Hanxiu gently shook his head, and Wu Shushan fell silent.

The Emperor Sovereign has already spoken; what else can he do? He just sits quietly watching from the side.

"I heard Dan Valley promised to supply the Shenzhou Academy with nearly ten thousand pills over six consecutive years, including six hundred Nine-grade Elixirs, but the condition is to drive our family of four out of the Academy. Is that so?"

Ye Qingran said leisurely.

"So what?" Nan Xin squinted, a chill hidden in his voice.

Dan Valley and Ye Qingran's family have already forged a deep hatred; there's nothing to hide about this matter. Dan Valley has never feared making enemies; they have plenty of strength. Moreover, Ye Qingran's family of four is not even considered an enemy to them.

Because they are unworthy!

"Dan Valley truly is wealthy and powerful," Ye Qingran nodded lightly, "It is said that the Grand Elder of Dan Valley's alchemy has reached its pinnacle, and five years ago entered the ranks of the Dan Saint..."

Nan Xin frowned, feeling that Ye Qingran's words carried hidden meaning.

"Just say whatever you want to say directly."

"Perfect, I also know a bit of alchemy, though only superficially, but it's enough to instruct you, Nan Xin."

"What?"