"Yes, my lord!" The Black Seal City Lord, whose face was already beaming with barely suppressed joy, became even more excited. Liao Du carried news of a Dou Sheng ruin.
Judging from Xiao Yan's expression, he probably already had some thoughts about the Southwest Continent.
The Black Seal City Lord clearly remembered that Xiao Yan had promised him that when he entered the Dou Sheng ruin in the future, he would take him with him.
Although the ruin might be fraught with danger, the opportunities within were also immense.
Even if Xiao Yan obtained the main inheritance and treasures, just a sip would be a tremendous opportunity.
Perhaps a little treasure from the ruin would be enough for him to become a Dou Zong powerhouse or even give him hope of seeing the path to Dou Zun.
As native experts of the Black Corner Region, they never lacked a spirit of adventure. Fortune favors the bold, and for these people who grew up in the Black Corner Region, it was a creed etched into their bones.
After a while, the Black Seal City Lord brought Liao Du, from the Southwest Continent, into the hall.
"My lord!"
Liao Du, dressed in a black robe, was beaming.
Since receiving the seventh-grade alchemist's notes from Xiao Yan, his alchemy skills had been steadily improving. Besides, he was already a fifth-grade alchemist.
A fifth-grade alchemist held a high position in Black Seal City, and many people had sought him out for alchemy services recently. With continuous practice, his alchemy skills were approaching the sixth grade.
All of this was largely due to the black-clad youth before him.
"Tell me the exact location of the Poison Saint's ruins, and some details about the Southwest Continent,"
Xiao Yan said with a smile.
"Yes, my lord!" Liao Du obediently replied, then immediately took out a map from his storage ring and handed it to Xiao Yan.
"My lord, I've drawn a rough map of the Southwest Continent over the past few days. Although it's a bit rough, it captures the general terrain."
"Hmm? This kid's quite capable."
Xiao Yan's eyes lit up, and he reached for the map, flipping through it.
"The Southwest Continent has a warm climate year-round, with many areas situated in tropical rainforests."
Liao Du explained as he watched Xiao Yan examine the map. "Due to this humid climate, the Southwest Continent is home to many extremely strange and wondrous insects and plants. In terms of the diversity of medicinal herbs and poisonous insects, it rivals even the Central Plains."
This abundance of strange insects has led to numerous Dou Zhe sects in the Southwest Continent that rely on poisonous insects and wild beasts for cultivation.
Among them, the Gu Saint Sect, which excels at controlling Gu insects, is the strongest. The Gu Saint Sect is also the only publicly known peak force in the Southwest Continent with a Dou Saint level expert.
Below the Gu Saint Sect, there are many forces with Dou Zun level experts. Although these sects are not as powerful as the Gu Saint Sect, they are still powerful forces within its ranks. "
Liao Du spoke eloquently, "For example, the Poison Saint Ruins are located within the Thousand-Mile Poison Swamp, which is within the territory of the Xuan Poison Sect.
Although the Xuan Poison Sect is not as powerful as the Gu Saint Sect, it still has two Dou Zun experts guarding it, making it quite strong."
"So it seems that the forces on the surface in the Southwest Continent are stronger than those in the Northwest Continent."
Hearing Liao Du's words, Xiao Yan raised an eyebrow slightly.
"Hehe."
Hearing Xiao Yan's statement, Liao Du smiled mysteriously, a hint of pride as a Southwesterner on his face.
"My lord, you may not know, but these forces and territories do indeed only occupy less than half of the Southwest Continent."
"Besides the vast and boundless humid rainforests, what's even more terrifying about the Southwest Continent is the existence of countless mountains. These mountain ranges are virtually endless, and can be said to be hiding dragons and crouching tigers.
Many powerful sects that once had to retreat from the world in the Central Continent or other places for various reasons are now hiding in these countless mountains. "
Rumors circulated that there were at least three forces with Dou Sheng level experts hidden within the Ten Thousand Mountains, and even some strange demons roaming there.
Hearing Liao Du's words, Xiao Yan's gaze finally sharpened slightly.
Indeed, if the Southwest Continent only had the Gu Sheng Sect, Xiao Yan wouldn't take it seriously. After all, with his current strength, as long as a Saint-level expert didn't intervene, few could threaten him.
The Soul Clan Saintess was a complete exception; if she unleashed her full power, even an eight or nine-star Dou Zun expert could barely fight her.
But deep within the Ten Thousand Mountains, the situation was entirely different.
Compared to the three Dou Sheng level forces Liao Du mentioned, Xiao Yan knew of far more Dou Sheng lineage sects.
These Ten Thousand Mountains... There are at least ten, if not more, Saints hidden in seclusion within.
Leaving aside other forces, the Soul Palace and the Heavenly Evolution Sect alone are powerful forces whose ancestors produced Dou Di level experts.
However, the Dou Qi Continent is full of hidden dragons and crouching tigers. Even the Northwest Continent harbors an old tortoise that has slumbered for thousands of years, its strength comparable to a Seven-Star Dou Sheng. The Southwest Continent, as a place of seclusion for many powerful figures, is even more teeming with hidden dragons and crouching tigers.
But the more this is the case, the more it arouses Xiao Yan's interest.
After all, the secrets hidden in the Southwest Continent are far more attractive than those in the Northwest Continent and Central State, which have already been largely revealed.
Moreover, putting aside everything else, just the Soul Clan Saintess alone... Hun Miaomiao and the Netherworld Poisonous Flame within the Poison Saint's Ruins were enough to make Xiao Yan make a trip.
Compared to the past, now that he has entered the Dou Zun level, the only way for him to improve his cultivation faster is almost entirely through devouring strange flames.
Although the Pill Tower contains the Three Thousand Burning Flames, it can at most help him reach the level of a five-star Dou Zun. Moreover, those Three Thousand Burning Flames have accumulated for thousands of years, and their power is such that even a nine-star Dou Zun would have to temporarily avoid their edge. Even with the Burning Technique, Xiao Yan would still face considerable risks in devouring those Three Thousand Burning Flames.
The best way is to wait for Zi Yan to awaken and take her back to Zhongzhou, and then wait for the Taixu Ancient... The Dragon Clan will come to pick her up. Once she has the Dragon Seal, with Xiao Yan's current strength, devouring the Three Thousand Burning Flames will be a piece of cake.
Thinking this, Xiao Yan suddenly regretted not leading a few high-level Dou Sheng to deal with those rebellious Dragon Kings of the Ancient Void Dragon Clan for Zi Yan during the last two days of his privilege.
Now it seems he's left behind considerable trouble; he'll probably have to wait until his cultivation reaches the Dou Sheng level to help in the future.
With this in mind, Xiao Yan temporarily decided on his future path: he would first return to Zhongzhou to drop off Zi Yan and Han Yue, and then head to the Southwest Continent.
"I understand."
Xiao Yan nodded slightly, then stood up and slowly said, "When I prepare to go to the Southwest Continent in the future, I will come and take you with me."
With that, the space in front of him distorted, and he disappeared from their sight.
After Xiao Yan disappeared, the Black Seal City Lord and Liao Du exchanged a glance and let out a cackling laugh.
It was clear that both of them were in a good mood.
Above the Flame Alliance, a spatial rift reappeared in the sky, but this time, the aura emanating from the city was not strong, because everyone knew that the Alliance Leader had returned.
Looking down from the gradually expanding Gama Holy City, Xiao Yan's figure appeared in the Alliance Leader's Hall. At this moment, Cai Lin was sitting upright inside.
"You're back?"
Seeing Xiao Yan appear before her, Cai Lin's lips pursed slightly, revealing a stunning smile.
"Hehehe!"
Seeing her like this, Xiao Yan chuckled mischievously and reached out to embrace her waist.
However, just as the two embraced, an aura of a peak Dou Huang suddenly appeared outside the Alliance Leader's Hall.
"Which blind fool dares to disturb this Alliance Leader's good time at a time like this?"
Xiao Yan frowned in dissatisfaction, but when he sensed this aura, his expression changed slightly.
The doors of the Alliance Leader's Hall opened, and a classical beauty dressed in a cyan robe and wearing a golden phoenix crown walked in.
The woman had a slender and voluptuous figure, and her hair was as black as ink. Who else could it be but Yun Yun?
"Hehe, Yun'er, why did you come so quickly? Are you in such a hurry to see me?"
Upon seeing Yun Yun, Xiao Yan's body stiffened, but his hand was still around Cai Lin's waist.
If he let go now, he would offend Cai Lin again.
"Yes, I do want to see Young Master Xiao soon, but perhaps Young Master Xiao Yan doesn't miss me that much."
Yun Yun smiled at Xiao Yan, but there was a hint of danger in her eyes.
Including this time, Xiao Yan had returned three times in total, but each time, he went to see Cai Lin first, which made Yun Yun a little dissatisfied.
"Hehe, what are you talking about? I've always been thinking about you, but I have important matters to discuss, so I always go to see Cai Lin when I come back."
Xiao Yan smiled slightly, and the suction force in his palm burst out, pulling Yun Yun into his arms.
At this moment, he was holding two beauties in his left and right arms, a blessing that would make others envious.
However, the Alliance Leader's blessing didn't end there. A moment later, several auras that were not as strong as Yun Yun's, but much stronger than before, appeared outside the Alliance Leader's Hall.
As the door opened again, Little Fairy Doctor, Ya Fei, and Yao Ye appeared in front of Xiao Yan.
For a moment, the resentful gazes of the women gave Xiao Yan a headache.
"Hehe, Master is indeed biased. He only thought about finding my sister after returning, and forgot about all of us."
Ya Fei spoke first, her voice resentful, as if she had been bullied.
However, Xiao Yan had been a seasoned lover for many years, how could he be defeated by their gazes?
So he waved his hand, the door closed, and the next moment, he let out a strange, cackling laugh.
"Ladies, it seems you've all been waiting for me long enough. Since you're all here, let's rekindle our old flames here."
After saying that, he was about to lecherously walk towards the women.
Hearing that Xiao Yan wanted to have an IM party, the women's expressions finally changed.
A moment later, Xiao Yan looked at the women sitting obediently in their chairs, a smug look on his face.
"Little brat, you think you can compete with me with this little bit of skill?"
However, the Queen, as the head of the harem, was the first to attack.
"You all don't know, but this guy's trip has brought us another little sister!"
Her voice was mature yet alluring, but the coldness and schadenfreude in it made Xiao Yan's expression change.
Sure enough, the previously calm Alliance Hall erupted in killing intent again.
However, Xiao Yan was Xiao Yan after all, and ultimately used a method of defeating them one by one, sending the women back to their respective residences.
That night, he transformed into Xu Xian, bringing the snake demon a tremendous opportunity.
The next day, he went to the Yunlan Sect to enjoy the moon with the beautiful sect leader, which made the still-underage Nalan Yanran a little anxious.
Afterwards, Xiao Yan was busy testing poisons, charging into battle, and checking accounts.
His activities changed every day; perhaps knowing he would face some life-or-death crises in the Southwest Continent, Xiao Yan was making the most of his time for enjoyment.
A month later, in the main hall of the Yunlan Sect, after Yun Yun's scream, a massive aura pierced the sky, enveloping the entire Yunlan Sect.
At that moment, the disciples of the Yunlan Sect and Yun Shan, Yun Potian, and others all showed a hint of joy on their faces. From this day forward, the Yunlan Sect had gained another Dou Zong powerhouse.
As for how Yun Yun broke through to Dou Zong, they had no idea.
Afterwards, Xiao Yi Xian, Yao Ye, Ya Fei, and others also broke through to the Dou Wang level.
Now, Xiao Yan possessed a terrifying cultivation level of Dou Zun, along with secret techniques and treasures such as the Yin Yang Sacred Flame, the Spring God Technique, and the Yin Yang Sacred Scripture, as well as five different kinds of strange fire forging the energy of heaven and earth.
Helping them improve their cultivation was not difficult.
However, when facing the Queen, whose cultivation level was closest to his own, Xiao Yan's effect was not so obvious.
After all, the Queen's cultivation level was already very high, and the threshold from the peak of the Nine-Star Dou Zong to Dou Zun was a terrifying one.
Countless prodigies were stopped at this step, but fortunately, Cai Lin was no ordinary prodigy. Having awakened the Devouring Python bloodline, she also possessed the inheritance of the Devouring Python clan.
Thus, as the year drew to a close, heavy snow once again blanketed the entire Gama Holy City. However,
compared to last year's Gama Holy City, the Flame Alliance headquarters was now even more majestic and magnificent.
Just as the snow was falling, a seven-colored pillar of light suddenly erupted from the Alliance Leader's Mansion, shooting straight into the sky. In an instant, even the originally crystal-white snowflakes turned seven-colored.
Following this, a powerful aura that inspired awe in countless hearts, even causing Yun Potian and Venerable Fuding to change their expressions drastically, enveloped the entire Gama Holy City.
"This aura is that of a Dou Zun!"
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