BTTH: I Am the Ancestor of the Xiao Clan

Jia Ma Empire, Yun Lan Sect.

As Yao Chen unleashed the terrifying Bone Chilling Flame, the incoming massive arrow from Yun Leng's formation was instantly incinerated into nothingness.

Stunned Silence

A collective gasp swept through the crowd, including the powerful figures observing the battle.

The destructive power was overwhelming. The enormous arrow, a product of the Smoke Cloud Formation, had been obliterated in an instant.

The Revelation of a Heavenly Flame

On the viewing platform, Fa Ma, the president of the Jia Ma Empire's Alchemist Association, widened his eyes in shock.

"That flame… It's the Bone Chilling Flame, ranked eleventh on the Heavenly Flame List! And the soul aura accompanying it… I recognize it."

His voice trembled slightly as he connected the dots.

Beside him, the alchemist Dan King Gu He was equally astonished.

"A flame that combines extreme cold and extreme heat… That's the Bone Chilling Flame, a legendary flame only found in rare, extreme environments. But this Xiao Yan… How is it possible for him to control two Heavenly Flames at once?"

Gu He's eyes reflected both shock and envy. If Xiao Yan's Green Lotus Core Flame could be dismissed as luck, possessing two Heavenly Flames crossed the line into impossibility. Greed began to creep into his thoughts.

Yun Yun Steps In

The person most surprised, however, was Yun Yun herself. With her understanding of Xiao Yan's strength, she had never expected him to possess such devastating power. Even his current abilities seemed to rival those of a Dou Huang, leaving her stunned.

But she couldn't allow things to escalate further.

"Enough!" Yun Yun's voice rang out as she descended near Yun Leng. With a wave of her hand, she dispelled the Smoke Cloud Formation, her icy tone reverberating through the sect.

The sudden interruption left both Yao Chen and Hai Bodong momentarily taken aback. Yao Chen quickly retreated back into Xiao Yan's storage ring, sensing Yun Yun's intent to de escalate the situation.

Peace Negotiations

Yun Yun's soft but commanding voice addressed Xiao Yan and Hai Bodong.

"Enough of this. Xiao Yan, Hai Bodong, leave immediately. As for the matter of Mo Cheng's death, we'll let it go."

The crowd was stunned. Yun Yun's decision to let Xiao Yan go defied everyone's expectations.

However, Yun Leng's anger boiled over.

"Sect Master, how can we let Xiao Yan leave? He killed Mo Cheng! What will happen to the Yun Lan Sect's reputation if we just let him walk away?"

Yun Yun's gaze turned icy as she retorted, "I am the Sect Master, Yun Leng. Are you questioning my authority? Or do you believe my words carry no weight in the Yun Lan Sect?"

The quiet threat in her tone left Yun Leng speechless. Although resentment simmered in his heart, he knew that defying Yun Yun now would only lead to his downfall.

He bowed stiffly. "I dare not. Please forgive me, Sect Master."

A Brief Resolution

Turning to the rest of the sect, Yun Yun's sharp gaze swept across the gathered disciples and elders. One by one, they bowed their heads in submission, signaling their compliance.

Yun Yun's expression softened slightly. She looked at Xiao Yan, her tone steady but firm.

"Xiao Yan, leave. Mo Cheng may have deserved his fate, but he was still a member of my Yun Lan Sect. Let today's events end here."

Xiao Yan studied Yun Yun's face, understanding her efforts to spare him further conflict. Though he loathed Yun Leng, he realized this outcome was the best he could hope for.

He nodded. "As you wish, Yun Sect Master. Farewell."

He began to withdraw, signaling Hai Bodong to leave with him.

Yun Leng's Final Gambit

But just as Xiao Yan prepared to depart, Yun Leng raised a flute to his lips and played a sharp, piercing note.

The sound echoed throughout the sect, leaving many confused. Moments later, the powerful figures in attendance felt a tremendous aura rapidly approaching the battlefield.

The Arrival of a Dou Zong

Both Hai Bodong and Yao Chen immediately sensed the danger.

"A Dou Zong is coming! Xiao Yan, flee now!" Hai Bodong shouted.

Xiao Yan's Purple Cloud Wings flared to life as he propelled himself into the sky. But before he could escape, a force descended upon him, freezing him in place mid flight.

A deep, commanding voice echoed through the air.

"What a lively day at my Yun Lan Sect. It seems we have quite a few distinguished guests."

Everyone turned their eyes upward.

Yun Shan Descends

A man dressed in a pristine white robe appeared, his bare feet treading on air as he descended leisurely. His youthful, handsome face radiated a calm authority, and the overwhelming aura he exuded left no doubt this was the power of a Dou Zong.

For those familiar with Yun Lan Sect's history, the man was unmistakable.

"Yun Shan! The former Sect Master and a Dou Zong!"

The crowd stared in awe. Only a Dou Zong could move through the air without the use of Dou Qi wings.

An Interrogation

Yun Shan's gaze swept across the gathered crowd before settling on Yun Leng. His tone was measured but carried a weight that brooked no defiance.

"Yun Leng, what has happened that you dare disturb me?"

The sect erupted in cheers, their spirits lifted by Yun Shan's arrival.

"Greetings, Elder Sect Master!" the disciples and elders chorused.

Yun Shan waved dismissively. "Rise." He turned back to Yun Leng. "Now speak."

Yun Leng recounted the events, twisting the truth to favor his version of the story.

Yun Shan listened quietly, then turned to Yun Yun for confirmation.

"Yun'er, is what Yun Leng says true?"

Yun Yun hesitated but finally replied, "Master, while Xiao Yan did kill Mo Cheng, there are circumstances "

Before she could finish, Yun Shan cut her off.

"No matter the circumstances, Mo Cheng was one of us. His actions, good or bad, should have been judged by the Yun Lan Sect, not an outsider. Xiao Yan must answer for his deeds."

The battlefield fell silent as everyone awaited Yun Shan's decision.

Jia Ma Empire, Yun Lan Sect.

As Yun Shan's voice echoed across the sect, his gaze fell on Hai Bodong, standing beside Xiao Yan. His tone was cold and commanding:

"Hai Bodong, I didn't expect you to have such audacity. How dare you make a move in my Yun Lan Sect? Who gave you the courage?"

Before the words settled, Yun Shan casually pressed his left hand downward.

"Bang!"

The pressure of thousands of kilograms descended on Hai Bodong, leaving him no room to resist. The disparity in strength was glaring. He spat a mouthful of blood as his body crashed heavily into the ground, embedding into the sect's stone paved square.

This single move was enough to establish Yun Shan's absolute dominance.

Yun Shan Confronts Xiao Yan

The crowd exchanged uneasy glances, the oppressive atmosphere making it hard to breathe.

Yun Shan then turned his attention to Xiao Yan, releasing the restrictions that had immobilized him earlier. His voice was sharp and inquisitive:

"So, you're Xiao Yan the one who killed Mo Cheng, my Yun Lan Sect's outer elder. Is that correct?"

Xiao Yan snorted coldly. This old dog loves playing the righteous act, doesn't he?

He knew Yun Shan had already been fully briefed by Yun Leng's exaggerated retelling. Yet here he was, asking questions as if he didn't already know the answers.

Despite his irritation, Xiao Yan recognized the danger of confronting such a powerful foe. Bowing slightly, he replied respectfully:

"Junior Xiao Yan greets Yun Shan, Sect Master of the Yun Lan Sect."

Yun Shan gave him an appraising look, his tone neutral but tinged with faint praise.

"You have remarkable potential. At such a young age, you've already reached the Four Star Dou Shi stage and even possess a Heavenly Flame. Such talent is rare, even across the entire Jia Ma Empire."

"Yun Shan Sect Master is too kind. My abilities are nothing worth mentioning," Xiao Yan replied humbly.

Yun Shan's Proposal

Satisfied with Xiao Yan's demeanor, Yun Shan nodded slightly and surveyed the crowd. His aura kept everyone's gaze firmly averted; no one dared meet his eyes.

Finally, he spoke:

**"Yun'er had agreed to let you go, and I should not intervene. But the fact remains that you killed Mo Cheng. No matter what he may have done, he was a member of my Yun Lan Sect, and it should have been up to us to deal with him.

That being said, I will not take your life. Instead, you will remain in the Yun Lan Sect as a guest for ten years. Consider it your punishment. Do you have any objections?"**

Though Yun Shan's words sounded reasonable, it was clear to everyone present that this was far from an act of goodwill.

To keep Xiao Yan for ten years meant wasting a critical period of his cultivation. For someone as young as Xiao Yan, those ten years could make or break his path to becoming a powerful Dou Zhe. Furthermore, the Sect's real motive was obvious: with Xiao Yan in their grasp, seizing his Heavenly Flames would be much easier.

It was a thinly veiled ploy, a trap cloaked in diplomacy.

Xiao Yan's Rejection

Xiao Yan's face darkened, but he maintained his composure. Bowing again, he responded:

"Apologies, Sect Master Yun Shan, but I cannot comply. I have other matters that require my attention and cannot remain in the Yun Lan Sect."

Without waiting for a response, he activated his Purple Cloud Wings. With a thunderous beat, his figure shot into the sky at a speed rivaling a Dou Wang.

Yun Shan Strikes

A cold smile spread across Yun Shan's face as he watched Xiao Yan's attempt to escape.

"Do you really think you can leave?"

With a casual wave of his hand, a razor sharp Wind Blade materialized and shot toward Xiao Yan with terrifying speed, far outpacing his flight.

"Xiao Yan, look out!"

Just as the Wind Blade closed in, a massive Ice Dragon burst forth from the ground, intercepting the attack.

"Crack!"

The instant the Wind Blade clashed with the Ice Dragon, the latter shattered into countless shards of ice. Though weakened, the Wind Blade continued its path toward Xiao Yan, its power still sufficient to end him.

Xiao Yan Defends

"Boom!"

Reacting swiftly, Xiao Yan retrieved the Heavy Xuan Ruler from his storage ring. Pivoting in mid air, he swung the giant ruler with all his might, shattering the Wind Blade into fragments.

The sheer force of the impact sent Xiao Yan hurtling backward, his hands trembling from the exertion.

Before he could steady himself, Yun Shan's figure blurred. In an instant, he appeared behind Xiao Yan, his movements so swift they defied comprehension.

With a casual strike, Yun Shan sent Xiao Yan crashing to the ground.

"Boom!"

The impact shattered the stone tiles, sending dust and debris into the air.

Overwhelming Power

Coughing up blood, Xiao Yan struggled to his feet amidst the rubble. Despite his quick reflexes in blocking Yun Shan's attack with the Heavy Xuan Ruler, the force still left him injured.

"What terrifying power… A Dou Zong's strength is truly overwhelming," he muttered, his expression grim.

Above him, Yun Shan lightly stomped the air. The resulting shockwave blew away the surrounding dust, revealing Xiao Yan's battered figure.

Hovering overhead, Yun Shan regarded him with an amused glint in his eyes.

"You're too weak. If I wish to keep you here, you won't escape."

As he spoke, Yun Shan prepared to strike again. But just as he moved, a flash of white erupted from Xiao Yan's sleeve.

A massive white serpent lunged toward Yun Shan with lightning speed, its fangs bared and its body radiating an oppressive aura.

Yun Shan vs. Xiao Yan's Beast

Yun Shan's eyes flickered with interest as he observed the serpent's attack.

"A fifth tier magical beast? Impressive."

With a casual wave of his hand, a Wind Wall materialized, halting the serpent's charge. The creature roared in defiance, rearing back for another attack, but the Wind Wall released a powerful force, sending it flying backward.

"Xiao Cai!" Xiao Yan shouted as the serpent crashed into the ground, blood seeping from its injuries.

Before he could react, the same crushing force Yun Shan had used on Hai Bodong descended upon him.

"Bang!"

Caught off guard, Xiao Yan dropped to one knee as the stone beneath him cracked under the pressure.

The Terror of a Dou Zong

In mere moments, Hai Bodong, Xiao Yan, and Xiao Cai had all been thoroughly suppressed. The difference in strength was undeniable.

Hovering above them, Yun Shan exuded an air of absolute dominance.

"This is the power of a Dou Zong," Xiao Yan thought bitterly, his body trembling under the pressure.

(End of Chapter)

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