BTTH: From Genius to Invincible

Chapter 214: Chapter 214: Getting Carried by the Little Clan Leader



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Similarly, Xiao Yu, Xiao Mei, and other members of the Xiao Clan beside the building were all stunned. They had never expected that the usually reserved and indifferent young lady would take the initiative to embrace Xiao Yan in public, much less that Xiao Yan would be bold enough to make such a move. At this moment, their faces were full of astonishment.

Caught off guard by Xiao Yan's sudden move, Xun Er could only let out a low hum. Her delicate hands tapped lightly against his chest but were soft and powerless, lacking any strength.

A faint blush appeared on her snow-white cheeks from his forceful kiss. Finally, she slowly closed her eyes; her beautiful eyes trembled slightly due to nervousness and anxiety.

Her tightly closed pearly teeth parted slightly, allowing his domineering invasion to proceed. The two embraced each other tightly, releasing the fiery passion in their hearts.

"Cousin Xiao Yan is so bold, doing this in broad daylight." Xiao Mei covered her mouth with both hands as she exclaimed. Her eyes sparkled with the curiosity of a young girl as she watched the scene, seemingly imagining herself in that position.

Xiao Yu's heart tightened as she watched the passionately absorbed couple, and an inexplicable feeling of discomfort suddenly arose within her.

Ling Ying, observing from the shadows, broke into a cold sweat. If this got back to the Gu Clan, it would be a big deal!

'No wonder this kid has been training so desperately. He must have sensed that the young miss's background is extraordinary... But...' Ling Ying sighed inwardly. If Xiao Yan were the Little Clan Leader of the Xiao Clan from a few thousand years ago, then no one would dare to oppose him.

But the current Xiao Clan was no longer the Xiao Clan of the past.

As for those young men who deliberately passed by the door just to catch a glimpse of Xun Er, after recovering from their shock, their faces all turned gloomy.

At last, Xiao Yan seemed to sense the countless gazes filled with killing intent. He slowly separated from Xun Er, and as they parted, a thin thread was drawn between them.

Looking down, he saw the girl's flushed face at such close proximity, her hot breath brushing against his own face.

Whether it was Xiao Yan or Xun Er, there was only each other in their eyes at this moment. They could see their own reflections in each other's pupils.

His arms tightly encircled that slender waist. Xiao Yan lowered his head to gently inhale the fragrance of her silky black hair. As a man, how could he back down at a time like this?!

No explanation could be more powerful than this kiss.

Xiao Yan enjoyed the scorching gazes directed at them from all around.

"Ahem." Xiao Yu gave a heavy cough.

Startled, Xun Er finally came back to her senses. When she realized that countless eyes were staring fixedly at the two of them, even her ears turned bright red. She turned around and slammed the door shut with a bang.

Xiao Yan pursed his lips and rubbed his nose upon seeing Xun Er flee in such a flustered manner, unable to hide the smile at the corners of his mouth. Years of bitter cultivation suddenly felt incredibly sweet.

"Hmph, big pervert."

"Cough." Xiao Yan lightly coughed and forcibly suppressed the silly, smug grin that made him look like a foolish love-struck pig. He turned to look at Xiao Yu not far away and said with a smile, "Oh, isn't this Cousin Xiao Yu? It's been over a year, and your legs have grown even longer and fairer."

Xiao Yan looked her up and down. He suspected that it might be because they were once a Dou God Clan, but Xiao Yu's legs were truly more beautiful than white jade chopsticks, with just enough flesh to not appear too thin.

Xiao Yu shot him an angry glare and said, "You big pervert! Is that all you can look at?!" Xiao Yan shrugged his shoulders and spread his hands, "Mainly because there's not much else I can praise you for. Your cultivation level really makes it hard for me to compliment." Xiao Yu was a year older than Xiao Yan and had entered Jia Nan Academy even earlier. However, her talent in cultivation was not very high. Even though two months ago Xiao Yan had Ling Ying bring back many low-tier medicinal pills, her cultivation was still only at the 5- star Dou Master stage.

On the contrary, after taking the Qi Gathering Pill to quickly break through to Dou Practitioner, Xiao Ning's cultivation had actually caught up to Xiao Yu, also reaching the 5- star Dou Master stage.

As for Xiao Mei, her progress was the slowest; she was only at the 8-star Dou Practitioner stage.

Xiao Yan couldn't help but feel a surge of helplessness upon seeing Xiao Mei's slow advancement. Back then, the reason his own progress was slow, aside from being dragged down by the Flame Mantra, was mainly the lack of medicinal pills to assist him.

A Dou Practitioner's advancement speed was faster than that of a Dou Disciple, not only because they could cultivate Qi Methods but also because they could use medicinal pills. "Xiao Mei, with so many medicinal pills to assist you, how come your advancement is still so slow?" Xiao Yan couldn't help but scold her.

"I'm sorry, Cousin Xiao Yan. I will work harder." Xiao Mei lowered her head.

Xiao Yan rubbed his forehead, then looked at the two young men standing behind Xiao Yu and asked, "Are you two the Xiao Clan members who enrolled in Jia Nan Academy this year?"

Ever since Xiao Yan helped the Xiao Clan dominate Wu Tan City with his alchemy skills a few years ago, the resources for the clan's disciples had naturally risen accordingly. Plus, with the relationship with the Miteer Clan, the Xiao Clan was no longer like before when they couldn't even find a single tier 1 medicinal pill.

The quality of the clan's disciples had also improved somewhat, at least meeting the admission standards of Jia Nan Academy.

"Yes, Little Clan Leader! My name is Xiao Meng. My potential value during enrollment was F-

class."

"Reporting to the Little Clan Leader, I am Xiao Yue Liang. My potential value during enrollment was also F-class."

This was the normal level for the Xiao Clan. The former Xiao Clan couldn't even meet the admission standards of Jia Nan Academy; now, having two F-class students was considered

not bad.

These two were both F-class, meaning they only had the 8th-stage of Dou Disciple when enrolling. But now, after just half a year, they were already 2-star Dou Practitioners.

It wasn't because their talent was high or their progress fast, but because Xiao Yan had been

supportive.

Among those medicinal pills were some Qi Gathering Pills. In his letter, Xiao Yan had instructed Xun Er that if there were new students from the Xiao Clan this year, and if they were determined and hardworking, to give them the Qi Gathering Pill to help them break through to Dou Practitioner faster.

Now, these people could be considered the new rising force of the Xiao Clan. Of course, there was also a group that had gone to the Misty Cloud Sect.

Xiao Yan stroked his chin, his eyes flashing as he said, "Is there a place in Jia Nan City where we can spar or practice Dou Techniques? Let me see how your combat strength is now."

Cultivation level did not equate to combat strength.

Xiao Ning said, "There is a Dou Technique Hall in Jia Nan City, but the price is somewhat high. The larger practice rooms cost a 100 gold coins per day."

Xiao Yan waved his hand in a rich and imposing manner, "It's a trivial matter. Lead the way."

As someone who owned half of the Miteer Auction House, how could Xiao Yan lack gold coins? Ya Fei had given him a black card loaded with 10 million gold coins as pocket money. As Xiao Yan led Xiao Yu and the others toward the Dou Technique Hall, those heartbroken young men gradually revealed ferocious expressions.

"Quick, go inform Bai Shan and the Little Witch about this matter."

"I bet Bai Shan and the Little Witch will be furious when they hear about this. Xiao Yan is in

for it now."

On this day, countless young men's dreams were shattered on the spot. On this day, a force called the 'Anti-Yan Gang' was born. The gang had only one goal: to eliminate Xiao Yan.

Inside the Dou Technique Hall, looking at Xiao Ning and the two new Xiao Clan members lying on the ground, Xiao Yan frowned so deeply that he could catch a fly between his brows.

In summary, their combat strength did equate their cultivation level; they couldn't fight across levels like Xiao Yan could. Xiao Meng and Xiao Yue Liang hadn't been at Jia Nan Academy for long and hadn't accumulated many credits, so their Qi Methods and Dou Techniques were those from the clan and weren't very effective.

Xiao Ning was a bit better. He possessed a Low Xuan Class Dou Technique but had only cultivated it to minor mastery. At the 5-star Dou Master stage, he was considered average. Xiao Yu had entered Jia Nan Academy earlier than Xiao Ning but wasn't very diligent; her combat strength was even slightly weaker than Xiao Ning's. As for Xiao Mei, she didn't even need to be mentioned; she was the weakest.

"With your current strength, I'm afraid it will be difficult for you to pass the Inner Academy Qualifying Competition and enter the Inner Academy this year." Xiao Yan let out a deep sigh. Restoring the glory of the Xiao Clan was indeed a challenging task.

One could only stay in the Outer Academy for four years. If one couldn't enter the Inner Academy within four years, then one would graduate. This year was Xiao Yan's second year, and Xiao Yu's third year.

Each year, only the top fifty in the Inner Academy Qualifying Competition could enter the Inner Academy. The top five would receive additional rewards.

Back when Xiao Yan first enrolled and defeated a 6-star Dou Master from the Xuan Class, he

had asked around. A 6-star Dou Master was the bottom line for entering the Inner Academy. A 9-star Dou Master would be more secure, and a Dou Grandmaster could compete for the top ten. The top five were generally only possible for those who were 3-star Dou Grandmasters

and above.

"Enter the Inner Academy?!"

"Little Clan Leader, we've only just enrolled in our first year..."

Xiao Meng and the others smiled bitterly. Entering the Inner Academy in the second year was already considered monstrous. Typically, students entered the Inner Academy during their fourth year. Those who entered in the third year were already hailed as geniuses of the Outer Academy. Xiao Yu and the others had originally aimed to participate in the Inner Academy examination during their fourth year.

Entering in the first year was simply being a monster among monsters. That's why when Xiao

Yan made the bet with Instructor Ruo Ling back then, it was called a miracle-because he had just enrolled yet defeated a Xuan Class student.

Xiao Mei said pitifully, "Yes, Cousin Xiao Yan, even the Little Witch cultivated in the Outer Academy for two years before planning to participate in this year's Inner Academy examination, and she's the Deputy Headmaster's granddaughter."

Xiao Yan's expression instantly turned serious as he swept a cold gaze over everyone and said

in a deep voice, "I don't care who anyone else is. You are members of the Xiao Clan! How can

you undermine the prestige of the Xiao Clan!"

If Xiao Xuan knew his descendants had become this cowardly, he would probably crawl out of the Heavenly Tomb in anger and strangle this bloodline himself.

Xiao Ning stood up, wiped the grime from his face, and shouted, "I understand, Little Clan

Leader! As a member of the Xiao Clan, I will definitely not let down the Little Clan Leader's

guidance!"

Xiao Yan glanced at Xiao Ning, who was standing there with a righteous expression and speaking with resounding conviction. He said indifferently, "I want you to enter the top five."

"Eh?" Xiao Ning was dumbfounded. The top five? How is that even possible?!

"Xiao Yu, the same goes for you," Xiao Yan said plainly.

"Got it. I'll just do my best to cultivate," Xiao Yu rolled her eyes at Xiao Yan, feeling a bit

unhappy inside.

With a buzz, Xiao Yan took out several scrolls and some bottles and jars from his storage ring. Instantly, a rich medicinal fragrance permeated the entire sealed training hall. Xiao Ning and the others were transfixed when they saw these items.

"I won't just rely on words to get you into the Inner Academy. The Qi Methods and Dou

Techniques you're currently cultivating are too inferior. Here are some High Xuan Class Qi Methods and Dou Techniques. You have only four months to switch to these Qi Methods and

train in these Dou Techniques. During these four months, I will provide one-on-one guidance and assist you in your cultivation."

Now that Xiao Yan was the leader of the Yan Alliance, his collection was naturally abundant; he even took out the 'Mad Lion Chant.'

Since he had promised his ancestor to restore the Xiao Clan's glory, it wouldn't just be empty

words. Although they were still far behind the Hun Clan, at least he had to start cultivating the clan members.

"Then what are these bottles and jars?" Xiao Ning curiously stared at these unfamiliar items

and asked.

"Burning Blood, Misty Paste, Rock Liquid, Water Condensate." Xiao Yan picked up each jade bottle and gently shook them, smiling as he said, "These are concocted using twenty-three different attribute medicinal herbs and the essence blood of three Rank 2 magical beasts of corresponding attributes. If we were to rank them, they could be considered tier 4 medicinal pills."

"Tier 4?!" Everyone's hearts skipped a beat upon hearing these words. Their eyes revealed a greedy light. Such high-tier pills were casually taken out for use! "These items correspond to different attributes. Apply the one matching your Dou Qi attribute to your body. It can accelerate the regeneration of Dou Qi within you, make your skin

more sensitive to the energy in the air, speed up the condensation of Dou Qi, and gradually enhance your strength."

Xiao Yan smiled slyly, a hint of cunning in his eyes. "However, when using them, because you'll be continuously absorbing energy uncontrollably, if you can't use your Qi Method to convert it into Dou Qi in time or consume it with Dou Techniques..."

Xiao Ning swallowed nervously and asked in horror, "What will happen?"

"Hehehe, BANG, you'll explode and die," Xiao Yan laughed. Everyone's faces instantly turned pale upon hearing this. Is he for real?! The Little Clan Leader is taking you guys to soar, but if you can't fly and instead fall, don't blame me.

The sun set and night fell. Xiao Yan hummed a little tune, his hands clasped behind his back as

he walked out of the Dou Technique Hall. Meanwhile, Xiao Yu and the other four hobbled out on crutches, their whole bodies trembling, eyes vacant.

At this moment, Xiao Yan in their eyes had transformed from the living Bodhisattva he once

was into the living Yama King!

"You can go back to your residence to rest. We'll continue tomorrow morning," Xiao Yan said

cheerfully, but his words sounded like those of a demon.

Upon hearing they would continue tomorrow, they all felt like dying. Moreover, this was going to last for four months! Would they even survive?

Xiao Yan didn't care about what they were thinking. In any case, he was in a very good mood

today. He walked down the street taking light steps. Although he had caused a sensation throughout Jia Nan City today, not many people actually recognized him. Everyone only knew that someone named Xiao Yan had shattered the dreams of countless youths, but they didn't know what he looked like.

Xiao Yan ate as he walked. Helping his clan members improve their strength had made him

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'This tastes pretty good. I'll buy some back for Xun Er.' Xiao Yan packed a large bag of grilled

skewers, happily planning to return and have a heart-to-heart chat with Xun Er over some

drinks.

As he walked into a sparsely populated area, the quiet night was suddenly interrupted by a

flash of white. A figure sprang out, toes lightly tapping tree branches, gracefully leaping onto a pile of rocks not far away, blocking Xiao Yan's path.

Slowly raising his head, Xiao Yan calmly looked at the handsome and upright man dressed in

white.

"Leave her." The white-clothed man's voice was calm and ethereal as it slowly drifted out. Instantly, Xiao Yan had the faces of several women flashing through his mind like a scoundrel. Of course, he naturally knew that the man before him was referring to Xun Er. After all, with

his actions today, if he didn't attract some self-righteous men, it would be disrespectful to Xun Er's beauty.

Xiao Yan unhurriedly finished eating the skewers in his hand. A flicker of black flame reduced

the wooden sticks to nothingness. He licked his fingers, slightly raised his head, and looked

over.

Xiao Yan's youthful face appeared particularly arrogant under the moonlight. "I'm in a good mood today. If you scram now, I can pretend you never appeared."

Bai Shan's anger almost boiled over when he heard Xiao Yan say that he was in a good mood

today. How could he not know why Xiao Yan was in such a good mood? "You're courting death! The weak have no right to possess her!" Bai Shan's eyes were cold, his

face contorted as he glared at Xiao Yan. Without further words, he slightly rotated his hands. Faint silver Dou Qi brewed in his palms, and a bolt of lightning blasted toward Xiao Yan. Xiao Yan paid no attention to the approaching lightning Dou Qi attack and used a toothpick to

clean his teeth. The next second, a black flame suddenly appeared and instantly devoured Bai Shan's attack.

Bai Shan sneered coldly as he saw Xiao Yan neutralize his casual strike. "You have some skill, but you're still not qualified."

Dou Qi surged within him, and the glow of a Dou Technique emerged. However, Xiao Yan merely shook his head, for he sensed with his Spiritual Strength that

someone was approaching.

"Bai Shan! What are you doing!" Instructor Ruo Ling's reprimanding voice came from afar.

This was already the student residential area; naturally, using Dou Techniques to attack was not allowed.

Moreover, she knew that Xiao Yan had returned and had caused such a stir. She anticipated that such incidents might occur, so she had come early to wait nearby.

Bai Shan slowly withdrew his Dou Qi when he saw the instructor appear. "Nothing much, just wanted to have a friendly spar with Junior Brother Xiao Yan." Bai Shan

reverted to his model student demeanor after Instructor Ruo Ling appeared. He cast a cold sidelong glance at Xiao Yan, then smiled faintly, "Instructor Ruo Ling, with

Junior Brother Xiao Yan's abilities, if he can't even block my casual strike, how can he participate in the Inner Academy Qualifying Competition? If just anyone can participate, people might say that the quality of our Jia Nan Academy students is lacking." Instructor Ruo Ling stood protectively beside Xiao Yan and said softly, "Bai Shan, the academy's enrollment policies are set by the Headmaster. Who can participate in the Inner Academy Qualifying Competition is decided by the instructors, not by you."

Bai Shan's calm expression changed slightly upon hearing this. He hadn't expected the gentle

Instructor Ruo Ling to say such words.

"If you're a man, don't hide behind a woman." Bai Shan took a deep breath and coldly glanced

at Xiao Yan, the corner of his mouth curling in disdain.

Xiao Yan chuckled, held his head high, and said confidently, "If you're a man, find a woman

who can stand in front of you."

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Bai Shan and Instructor Ruo Ling were momentarily stunned. What kind of logic was that?

But somehow, it seemed to make a bit of sense!

"You!"

Xiao Yan immediately put on a pitiful look, hiding behind Instructor Ruo Ling as he said,

"Instructor Ruo Ling, this person is bullying me. I'm so scared." Instructor Ruo Ling gave Xiao Yan an exasperated glance, then turned to Bai Shan and said, "Bai Shan, this isn't your class's residential area. If you don't return, I'll ask the Deputy

Headmaster to cancel your qualification for this year's Inner Academy Qualifying Competition." Bai Shan clenched his fists tightly. Looking at Xiao Yan's shameless and despicable appearance, as if he was used to eating soft rice, his anger surged even more.