69novels 769. A Moment of Warmth
769. A Moment of Warmth
"Teacher, this thing is quite dangerous."
"I know, but my current soul level is already enough to suppress the demonic nature of a flame."
At this point, a smile appeared on the old doctor's lips: "Only someone with Xiao Wei's brain would have the audacity to suddenly think of adding it in."
"At first, I also felt that this matter was very inappropriate, but now that you and I, master and disciple, have the control at that time, we can make my resurrected body even better. Perhaps the strength after resurrection can even surpass my former strength."
During this time, Yao Lao was in a very good mood. He reunited with Xuan Yi and Feng Zun Zhe, and learned that he had a daughter, Yao Qingyu. His disciple Xiao Yan and his prospective son-in-law Wei Jiangyuan were both geniuses in alchemy. This was the epitome of a perfect life.
Not to mention, he is about to be resurrected, and the once-famous Medicine Venerable of Zhongzhou will also be able to return successfully. Moreover, because of Xiao Yan, his influence upon his return will be even greater than it was in life. At that time, the long-cherished wish that he once dared not mention may finally be fulfilled.
Xiao Yan nodded in agreement. Wei Jiangyuan often came up with unconventional ideas, but he was extremely serious about alchemy. Since he had already brought it up, the risks were definitely manageable. Moreover, Xiao Yan would be in charge of the entire process of Yao Lao's resurrection, and if things didn't go well, he could always make changes at the last minute.
After reaching an agreement, Xiao Yan left the alchemy room.
The Starfall Pavilion is now bathed in the deep darkness of night, with stars filling the sky. If it were the Xiao Yan of the past, he probably would have stayed in the alchemy room cultivating without stopping.
However, since he was about to leave Starfall Pavilion for a while, he quietly went to his and Little Fairy Doctor's residence.
Inside the room, Little Fairy Doctor had already coaxed Xiao Qingqing to sleep. The little one was curled up in the soft bedding, a sweet smile still on her rosy cheeks, her breathing even and long.
Little Fairy Doctor is currently holding paper and pen, deep in thought. Because she is so focused, a few strands of her hair have slipped down from her temples, adding to her gentle and quiet demeanor.
The moment Xiao Yan entered, Fairy Doctor also stopped writing.
"Still not resting?"
Little Fairy Doctor's clear, autumn-water-like eyes held only Xiao Yan: "I knew you were coming, so I waited for you on purpose."
Xiao Yan smiled: "How did you know I would come?"
"Tang Zhen came to Starfall Pavilion specifically to find our young master. I believe our young master wouldn't be so bold as to not even inform his wife, would he?" Little Fairy Doctor suddenly laughed.
Xiao Yan had grown accustomed to Little Fairy Doctor's intelligence over time. He quietly told her about his decision to go to Burning Flame Valley, including the Fire Spirit Ginseng arranged by Yao Lao and matters that might involve the past secrets of the Xiao family and even the Xiao clan. He did not hide any details.
The two can now be said to be one, and there is no need for them to hide anything from Little Fairy Doctor anymore.
Little Fairy Doctor listened quietly, and after Xiao Yan finished speaking, she said in a deep voice, "Whether it is the protection of this ancient realm, the trip to the Heavenly Tomb, or the various behaviors of the high-ranking members of the ancient clan, they are indeed very strange. If we can go to the Burning Flame Valley to learn some inside information, it would be a good thing to obtain more information."
"However, Burning Flame Valley is not Starfall Pavilion after all, and the current situation does not allow for carelessness. Let Qinglin accompany you."
Qing Lin is a Dou Sheng level expert, so as his bodyguard, she can certainly guarantee his safety on this trip. However, his relationship with Qing Lin is currently in a very strange period, so Xiao Yan was quite surprised that Xiao Yi Xian would take the initiative to suggest it.
Little Fairy Doctor seemed completely unresponsive, reaching out to gently smooth out non-existent wrinkles on Xiao Yan's clothes: "As for the Fire Essence Ginseng, since Teacher has deemed it usable and Xiao Wei also thinks it's feasible, then my opinion is unimportant. You do your best to help Teacher retrieve it, and I trust your judgment and Teacher's vision."
Xiao Yan held her hand, their palms touching, and a warmth rose in Xiao Yan's heart.
As the atmosphere grew a little strange, Xiao Yan coughed and glanced at Xiao Qingqing, who was sleeping soundly. When the two began to talk, Little Fairy Doctor used extremely gentle Dou Qi to isolate their voices. The little one was sleeping very soundly.
"The little guy slept soundly today."
"I'm tired from playing." When her daughter was mentioned, Little Fairy Doctor's face lost all its sharpness: "When you leave, I'll tell her that her father has gone on a long trip and will bring her something delicious when he comes back."
Xiao Yan gazed at his youngest daughter's carefree sleeping face, thinking about her future. The arrangements that Yao Lao had mentioned came to mind again: "By the way, about Qingqing's future cultivation. Teacher mentioned some ideas. Although she is still too young to start cultivating, there are some gentle things that can be used to nourish her bones and improve her physique in a subtle way. Using them now might be able to change her talent."
"No need." Little Fairy Doctor shook her head almost without thinking, interrupting Xiao Yan. Her gaze fell on Xiao Qingqing's little face. "I don't plan to use these things on Qingqing right now."
"I only hope that Qingqing, at an age when she doesn't understand anything, can fully experience the beauty of this world and enjoy her childhood simply and easily. I hope we can bear all the rest for her."
"As for cultivation," Little Fairy Doctor smiled at Xiao Yan, "her father is destined to become a ninth-grade alchemy master sooner or later. Why would she need to worry about future cultivation resources?"
"Hahaha, that's impossible."
Xiao Yan knew that Xiao Qingqing's current state was due to Xiao Yixian's meticulous care over the past three years. He would never question Xiao Yixian's decisions regarding raising a child, and he also thought her ideas were excellent—to create an environment where Xiao Qingqing wouldn't need to work hard.
After Xiao Yan confirmed once again that Xiao Qingqing's sleep would not be disturbed, a passionate night ensued...
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The next morning, Xiao Yan also went to his father's courtyard.
The elder brother, Xiao Ding, had been waiting outside the courtyard for some time. The two brothers smiled at each other when they saw each other.
After the two sat down, although Xiao Yan had come to see Xiao Zhan, the conversation inevitably returned to the topic of the ancient clans. This was after learning that Xiao Yan was going to Burning Flame Valley, specifically to find information about the Xiao family.
Xiao Ding tapped his fingers lightly on the table a few times, his eyes somewhat solemn: "Xiao Yanzi, there's something that's been weighing on my mind. I was hesitant to tell you, but now that you've started investigating these matters, I have to tell you."
"Among the ancient tribes, especially the older ones, they sometimes refer to us as the 'Xiao tribe'."
"This isn't the first or second time. At first, I just thought it was a slip of the tongue, but now it seems there's probably a deeper reason behind it."