While in Battle Through the Heavens, one can pre-appoint oneself as an emperor.

"Power of Battle, Level Three!"

"Xiao Yan, Dou Qi, Level 3! Rank: Low!"

The uplifting announcement was followed by a deafening roar.

While the first three levels of fighting power are insignificant and anyone can achieve them, adding a prefix elevates the value of a child just over four years old.

At least, that's the case in the small city of Utan.

The distance was too great for Chen Xiao to hear the cacophony of conversations from the onlookers, but he could still picture the scene in his mind.

Shaking his head to clear his mind, Chen Xiao looked at the bulging bag on the wooden table. Sunlight streamed down, shining on the open bag and reflecting a blinding light.

No more, no less, two thousand gold coins.

This is the price of a life!

Recalling the two major events that had recently occurred, Chen Xiao was lost in thought.

Just half a month ago, Chen Xiao woke up with a splitting headache, followed by a flood of memories. After digesting them for a while, he finally became certain of a fact.

He crossed!

Chen Xiao of Blue Star has died in an avalanche.

After being born on the Dou Qi Continent, he spent another two and a half years in a daze before awakening his memories of his past life.

Another major event was that his only relative in this world, his father who served as a guard for the Xiao family in Wutan City, was tragically killed ten days ago in a fight between the Xiao family and the Oba family in the market.

This means that Chen Xiao has lost his only support in this world.

Fortunately, compared to the other two major families in Wutan City, the Xiao family was slightly more humane. The two thousand gold coins on the table were given by the Xiao family for this reason.

In addition, the elder who delivered the gold coins also stated that the Xiao family would be responsible for Chen Xiao's livelihood until he turned sixteen.

Of course, Chen Xiao also had to do some chores for the Xiao family within his capabilities. The specific tasks would be assigned according to his age, but he couldn't be completely idle.

As for what happens after he turns sixteen, Chen Xiao can either leave directly or stay in the Xiao family as a guard; it's entirely up to him.

There is also a special case where individuals demonstrate exceptional talent in cultivation and can be given special attention and training by the Xiao family.

"At five years old, I've reached the third level of fighting power. My talent should be pretty good. However, the Obama family is not something I can mess with in the short term."

As the saying goes, a gentleman's revenge is never too late, even after ten years.

In this Dou Qi Continent, without strength, everything is just wishful thinking.

Suppressing the thoughts that shouldn't be there, Chen Xiao got up, tied up the bag of gold coins, and hid it under the bed.

Then, he sat cross-legged on the bed and silently began to cultivate his inner energy.

When immersed in cultivation, time always flies by.

When Chen Xiao opened his eyes again, the sun was already setting.

Chen Xiao jumped down and carefully smoothed out the wrinkles on the bed until it looked neat and tidy before stepping out the door.

Upon arriving at the plaza, the crowd had already dispersed, leaving only a few scattered guards organizing and moving the testing magic stone tablets and other items.

Chen Xiao followed them into the room where the clutter was stored and meticulously wiped it clean with a rag.

Thanks to his young age, the tasks assigned to him by the Xiao family elder did not require much effort, but it still took Chen Xiao half an hour to finish each task.

"Chen Xiao, just do it quickly, or we'll only have leftovers to eat if we wait too long."

Looking at the child who was climbing all over the testing magic stone tablet, not even missing a single mark on the top, a guard said with a smile.

The family members have their own circle, and the guards have their own circle.

Chen Xiao's father was an honest man and was quite popular among the guards.

However, because he was too honest, he never protected others when disputes arose, so he died rather casually.

Is it worth getting a hundred or so gold coins a month?

"I understand, Uncle Yang, you can go ahead."

He turned around and replied, then continued wiping.

Seeing this, the guards had no choice but to leave first.

Over the past few days, they have gotten to know the child better. Perhaps because of the loss of his father, he is more mature than his peers and takes things very seriously. Since the elder of the Xiao family entrusted him with the task of wiping, he insisted on wiping every corner thoroughly before he would stop, as if he would feel uneasy if he missed any corner.

As they saw and as they thought, Chen Xiao had a slight obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Either don't do it at all, or if you do it, it must be perfect!

As usual, Chen Xiao spent half an hour finishing his work for the day. Looking at the pristine magic stone tablet, he finally managed to suppress the urge to reach out and touch it.

"I was tested three days ago, it's unnecessary, it's unnecessary."

Within the Xiao family, apart from the Xiao family members, those in positions such as guards and servants cannot freely use items like the testing magic stone tablet; they must apply for permission first.

However, being in a position of advantage, Chen Xiao, who frequently comes into contact with these things, is a small exception.

After washing the rag and folding it neatly, Chen Xiao left the storage room.

On his way to the canteen, Chen Xiao heard a burst of laughter. Looking towards the source of the sound, he saw a brightly dressed little girl with several children clumsily practicing martial arts in the square.

"Cousin Xiao Yan is amazing! I've been practicing his Wind-Strike Fist for half a month, and I still feel like I can't compare to him practicing for just one day!"

"That's for sure. Xiao Mei, you're just not cut out for boxing. Young Master Xiao Yan could make you cry for a long time with one punch."

Xiao Yan?

Chen Xiao stared intently, and realized that this little radish was none other than the famous Yan Emperor.

Unfortunately, he is only a rising genius at present, and there is no sign of the Yan Emperor's demeanor yet.

When fellow villagers meet, the contrast is stark, revealing only desolation.

Chen Xiao silently withdrew his gaze. At the Battle Power stage, one can learn some rudimentary battle techniques. Once you have power, you must learn how to utilize it; this is inevitable.

However, generally speaking, few people start cultivating at the third stage of fighting power, as it is a lot of effort for little reward. Improving one's cultivation level is the key at this stage.

"I have no recollection of this fighting technique. It's probably just something to try out. The fighting techniques within the Xiao family... seem to be generally mediocre. In this regard, we still have to look to Xiao Xun'er. I remember she has a Swallow Counterattack or something, which is probably of a higher rank than all the fighting techniques in the Xiao family."

Just as he was thinking this, Chen Xiao suddenly stopped in his tracks.

In that instant, he suddenly felt as if something had entered his mind.

After carefully examining the situation, Chen Xiao's heart began to race slightly.

[Swallow Counterattack: High-level Xuan-rank combat skill, available for advance payment!]

[Pre-release sequel: Everything stemmed from internal strife, stemming from stopping Xiao Yan's attempt to climb the wall!]

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