Old Valley Master Huoyun made a powerful return and easily dealt with the Soul Hall's attack.
Seeing that things were over, Zhao Li returned to the high platform, only to be surrounded by Xuan Xueling and Xuan Yi, who kept staring at him.
Xuan Yi's words were even more shocking.
Her voice was quiet and full of innocent simplicity, without any hidden intentions.
But her words made Zhao Li freeze.
An inexplicable fear and panic rose in his heart. He subconsciously looked at Xuan Xueling, and she happened to be looking over as well. Their eyes met.
Zhao Li quickly averted his gaze and shook his head inwardly.
He suddenly understood the meaning of Elder Han's look. Wasn't it just like a father-in-law looking at his prospective son-in-law, evaluating and inquiring?
That scared me to death. I thought the old man had some special hobby. But Aunt Ling probably wouldn't be interested in me, right? Please don't let that happen.
Zhao Li couldn't help but think, looking at Xuan Xueling again. Her eyes flickered, and he didn't know what she was thinking.
When Xuan Xueling heard Xuan Yi say that again, she didn't shy away like last time. Instead, she looked at Zhao Li seriously.
The more she looked, the more pleasing he was. He wasn't handsome, but his temperament was outstanding. He was steady, reliable, exceptionally talented, and powerful. He was indeed a Heaven's Chosen.
Moreover, through their interactions these past few days, Zhao Li was also well-informed. Many of his ideas were unique, but they often hit the nail on the head and went straight to the point.
Compared to those so-called Heaven's Chosen who pursued her, he was immeasurably better.
Xuan Xueling nodded. She found that Zhang Li was really good. Being with him, she often didn't feel awkward or unhappy; it was very comfortable.
Then, she saw Zhao Li glance over and quickly turn his head away, which she found quite amusing.
But because of this, she concluded that Zhao Li was a very good friend.
Then, meeting Zhao Li's cautious gaze again, she was poised and generous, smiling sweetly as she said:
"Mister Zhang, what's wrong? Could it be that you've fallen for this young lady?"
Seeing this, Zhao Li became embarrassed and thought to himself:
Zhao Li, oh Zhao Li, why didn't I realize you were so narcissistic before? Do you really think everyone will like you?
Compared to Xuan Xueling's graceful composure, he seemed rather inadequate. He scratched his head and chuckled:
"Aunt Ling is joking. I just didn't expect this to happen. Hearing that suddenly, I was a bit slow to react. Anyone who hears that they are favored by a beauty like you would be like this."
Seeing that Zhao Li wasn't dejected, nor did he look relieved, Xuan Xueling nodded, glanced at Xuan Yi, and said:
"Yiyi, stop worrying about things you shouldn't. Just think more about your Brother Yao Chen."
As she spoke, she muttered in her heart:
Being alone is so good, free and unconstrained. Someone like Mister Zhang is good enough to be friends with. Master is also like this, even leading the children astray.
Xuan Yi also realized that she had misspoken just now, making the atmosphere a bit awkward.
Hearing her aunt's words, she nodded sheepishly and said, "Oh."
After Xuan Xueling finished the latter part of her sentence, Xuan Yi puffed out her chest again. Regarding the matter of Brother Yao Chen, she was very confident.
"It's still unclear how long Elder Han will take. Let's go down and wander around, have some fun. I looked around, and it seems quite nice."
Seeing the sudden silence, Zhao Li looked at the square and invited the two to walk around.
Since they were idle anyway, the two had no objections.
However, Zhao Li soon discovered that people kept approaching him intentionally or unintentionally, then looking surprised and saying things like, "What a coincidence, you're also here enjoying yourself," or "I'm from such-and-such family, if you have time, please come visit."
Zhao Li understood. It was likely because of his identity as a Seventh-Grade Alchemist and his battle against the Heavenly Flame earlier that they had the idea of befriending him.
Zhao Li dealt with them one by one, but as more and more people approached, Zhao Li helplessly rubbed his forehead and slipped away, causing Xuan Xueling and Xuan Yi to chuckle.
In a corner of the Pavilion, Zhao Li took out a treasure in front of the two. He found the Human Skin Mask he hadn't used in a long time from his Storage Ring and put it on his face before going out again.
Burning Flame Valley indeed took this ceremony seriously. The arrangements for food, drink, and entertainment were all quite good.
Leisurely time always passed quickly. Three days went by in an instant. Over these past few days, people had already started leaving one after another.
Early this morning, the moonlight was faint, and the autumn rain was continuous. The rain丝飘飘扬扬地 fell, fine like silver needles, or like glistening silver threads, sparkling.
Intertwining with the Fire Attribute within Burning Flame Valley, it covered the distant scenery with a layer of mist.
In the quiet morning, a sudden clap of thunder exploded.
Above the mountain hundred li away from the Pavilion where the Pill Tower resided, dark clouds gathered, covering a large area of the sky.
The clouds drifted everywhere with the wind, and lightning flickered in the gloomy sky.
Zhao Li looked up and knew it was a Pill Lightning Tribulation. Within the clouds, there were two faint colors, an Eighth Grade Two-Colored Pill Lightning.
Zhao Li was about to go and watch, but before he moved, a Thunder-Fire Dragon ascended into the sky and pounced towards the clouds.
It swallowed the Thunder Cloud into its giant mouth, and then the silver-white giant dragon swam around contentedly before being retrieved by Old Ancestor Huoyun.
In just an instant, the Pill Lightning had disappeared.
Zhao Li watched in stunned silence, exclaiming inwardly how powerful it was. So Old Ancestor Huoyun was this strong.
What he didn't know was that it was the origin of the lightning Rules within the Nine-Dragon Thunderflame that had devoured the Thunder Cloud.
Seeing that the Pill Lightning Tribulation had ended before it even began, Zhao Li also gave up the idea of going over to watch and stayed put, waiting.
Soon, Old Ancestor Huoyun and Han Zichuan came over, chatting and laughing. It was clear both were satisfied, having gotten what they needed.
"Elder Han, Old Valley Master."
Zhao Li stepped forward and greeted them. The two men nodded, and Han Zichuan asked,
"Little Zhang, where are Xue Ling and the others?"
He was still thinking about his disciple's marriage.
Before Zhao Li could reply, the people from the Pill Tower walked out. They had also heard the sudden thunder just now.
Seeing the two seniors, they bowed together.
Han Zichuan nodded at the sight and said to Old Ancestor Huoyun,
"Old Brother Tang, since the matter is resolved, we should be heading back."
Hearing this, Old Ancestor Huoyun spoke, trying to persuade him to stay:
"Elder Han, I originally invited you to be a guest in my Burning Flame Valley, but I ended up keeping you busy for three days. Why not stay for a few more days? I'll make sure to host you properly."
He felt a bit apologetic.
"Old Brother Tang, you're being too polite. It was within my ability, and it's good that Worthy Nephew is alright. I just hope Old Brother will be more careful; the Soul Hall is not easy to deal with."
In the end, Han Zichuan still bid farewell and left.
Old Ancestor Huoyun saw them off and returned to the valley. Looking at his son, who was taking pills to heal his injuries, and thinking about how his big day had turned out like this, anger rose in his heart:
"Gu You, Soul Hall, this time, I, Huoyun, will remember."
Saying this, he sat down beside Tang Renjie.
He summoned the Nine-Dragon Thunderflame and examined it carefully.
Regarding the strange stone Zhao Li mentioned, he wasn't as dismissive as he had initially sounded; on the contrary, he took it very seriously.
However, even though he had been sensing and searching for it these past few days, he still hadn't found anything unusual.
Inside the stone chamber, the firelight flickered, and the two men sat quietly, falling into a state of calm.
On the other side, Elder Han didn't rush back to the Pill Tower immediately. He first went to Heavenly Flame City with Xuan Xueling.
There was also a Spatial Wormhole leading to Holy Pill City here.
Inside the Pill Tower Branch, Han Zichuan looked at Xuan Xueling's innocent expression. He felt quite helpless and was filled with the frustration of seeing potential unfulfilled.
All along the way, he had been finding opportunities to get Zhao Li and Xuan Xueling to interact, hoping to deepen their relationship.
After spending this time together, he was very satisfied with Zhao Li.
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