Battle Through the Heavens, Reborn as Xiao Yan's Sister

Chapter 42 Leaving
The waiting room at the Mittel auction.

At this moment, Ya Fei held a long scroll of documents in her jade-like hands. After a while, she finished reading them, a look of surprise appearing on her charming face. She looked up at the silver-haired woman beside her and said in astonishment:
"Why are you suddenly gathering so many supplies needed for the wilderness? Are you planning a long trip?"

"Well, I'll be leaving Wutan City in the next few days, and I might not be back for three or four years..." Sitting in her chair, Xiao Yue took a sip of tea and chuckled.

"Three or four years?"

Upon hearing this, Ya Fei was taken aback again and exclaimed, "What are you planning to do all this time?"

"I plan to spend some time starting from Wutan City, crossing the Monster Mountain Range in the eastern part of the Empire, and taking the opportunity to travel to the countries in the northwest of the continent, looking for opportunities to break through along the way."

The two had worked together for many years and were considered one of their few friends, so Xiao Yue didn't hide anything and simply summarized her planned route.

She couldn't stay cooped up in Wutan City forever, working in isolation. On this vast and magical continent, even the Gama Empire was just the tip of the iceberg. The world was so big, and she wanted to see it.

"Hmm, with your talent for cultivation, staying in Wutan City would indeed make it difficult for you to become a true powerhouse..." Ya Fei nodded slightly and said softly.

“However, whether it’s traversing the Monster Mountain Range or traveling through the northwestern kingdoms, both are extremely dangerous. If you want a better platform, why don’t you go to Canaan Academy?” Ya Fei’s tone revealed a hint of worry.

Xiao Yue smiled but didn't offer any explanation. She knew very well that she was on a different path, and no one could teach her anything on this path. She had to find her own way forward by exploring on her own.

"Forget it, I won't try to persuade you anymore."

Seeing this, Ya Fei sighed and said, "I have already had the supplies you need prepared. Although some things are hard to get, they should be enough to meet your needs."

"Then I'll have to trouble you..." Xiao Yue said.

“It’s alright, there’s no need for us to be so polite,” Ya Fei said with a smile, then shook her head. “However, you’ve been gone for three or four years. Don’t you plan to explain things to us in Wutan City, such as the Blood Moon Tower and the academy?”

"Canyue and the others are already capable of handling things on their own. I've taught them everything I needed to. How far they can grow and develop in the future depends on themselves..." Xiao Yue said with a light laugh.

Xiao Yue was quite confident in the organization she had built and nurtured herself. With access to the resources of the entire underground world of Wutan City, it was only a matter of time before it grew.

"When do you plan to leave?"

Consort Ya asked again,
"In the next few days," Xiao Yue said. "The exact time hasn't been decided yet, but I'll let you know in advance."

Ya Fei nodded, then added, "Be careful on the road. If you encounter danger, don't try to fight it head-on; avoid it if you can."

The two chatted for a while longer before Xiao Yue got up and left.

After all the supplies were prepared,

For the remaining days, Xiao Yue stopped her daily cultivation and calmed down to enjoy this extremely short period of peace. As if she knew Xiao Yue's feelings at this time, Xiao Xun'er stayed by her side these days, her bright eyes filled with deep loss and reluctance.

Xiao Yue was somewhat helpless with Xiao Xun'er's overly clingy nature, and could only gently comfort her when they were alone, which slightly improved the girl's mood.

Five days passed quickly.

this day,

It was the last two days before she left. She had just met with Xiao's mother and told the couple about her plans.

Upon hearing that Xiao Yue was leaving today, her mother held her hand and spoke earnestly all night. Although the couple were extremely reluctant to part with her, they knew that Xiao Yue's future had never been confined to this small Wutan City. "I never thought you, little girl, would give up a perfectly good student position and instead set your sights on the position of instructor," Elder Ming said with a wry smile.

If he just wanted a mentor position, that wouldn't be a problem, as long as he could keep people around. But Xiao Yue's proposal of a three-year leave of absence really left him speechless.

He had never encountered a mentor who had just applied for the position and immediately requested a three-year leave of absence since he became the dean of the foreign language department! Although, given his authority, it wouldn't have been difficult for him to handle such a matter.

Upon hearing this, Elder Ming shook his head and then laughed, "You child, never mind. Anyway, Xiao Xun'er and your younger brother are going to Canaan Academy with me, so I'm not worried that you won't come in the future."

"Thank you for your help, Elder Ming..."

Xiao Yue chuckled softly.
In the following period, Xiao Yue began to handle some trivial matters, such as the follow-up arrangements for the school and the operation of the Blood Moon Tower, etc.

By the time she had arranged everything, it was already late at night.

Standing in the courtyard, gazing at the starry sky, Xiao Yue took a deep breath, feeling the fresh night air, and a faint sense of melancholy welled up in her heart.

"Sister Yue, are you really leaving?"

next to

Qinglin's eyes were red, and her voice was slightly choked. She stood not far away, clearly having just cried.

"Don't cry, be good. While I'm not here, you must cultivate diligently..." Xiao Yue said softly, reaching out to gently stroke the little girl's head.

Qinglin's tears flowed again. She hugged Xiao Yue tightly, unwilling to let go. Tears welled up in her eyes, and she was filled with reluctance. "Then you must come back soon, Sister Yue. I will miss you."

the next day,
Standing at the door, Xiao Yue looked at Qing Lin, who was still fast asleep, and couldn't help but chuckle. She went over and covered her with a blanket. The little girl had cried a lot yesterday after learning that she was leaving, so Xiao Yue gave her some sleeping pills and put her to sleep.

With a soft creak of the door, the last ray of sunlight gradually disappeared through the crack in the door…

Xiao Yue's departure went unnoticed. She went straight along the path behind the mountain and headed deep into the Monster Mountain Range.

"Miss, Miss Xiao Yue has already left."

inside the room,
Ling Ying spoke from behind,

Upon hearing the report, Xiao Xun'er bit her lower lip, snapped the book shut, a hint of grievance flashing in her eyes, and a strange emotion churning within her.

"Should I follow them?" Ling Ying asked after a moment's consideration.

“Your concealment technique can’t hide from Sister Xiao Yue at all…” Xiao Xun’er gently shook her head.

Ling Ying remained silent for a while after hearing this.

"Miss, are you really not going to see her off?" Seeing Xiao Xun'er's disappointed expression, Ling Ying felt a little reluctant.

Xiao Xun'er was silent for a moment, then slowly stood up, walked to the window, and looked at the receding figure outside. She said softly, "No need. She said she would come to Canaan Academy to find me when I grow up..."

(End of this chapter)