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

Chapter 86 Queen Medusa's Decision (5/5)

study.

The Grand Elder and Chen Xiao sat facing each other across the table, while Zi Yan sat on the edge of the other table, chattering away about what she thought was a very interesting experience of frying fish. Her animated expression made people smile.

What she didn't know was that since she and Chen Xiao entered the Black Horn Region together, Su Qian had become more concerned about the Black Horn Region.

The identities of those two mysterious Battle Kings, who were widely known, were unknown to outsiders, but Su Qian could easily guess them.

One is big, the other small; the smaller one likes to rob people—their characteristics are all too obvious.

"And that peak fifth-tier magical beast, the Kui Fire Rhinoceros, was so close to becoming a sixth-tier magical beast. Chen Xiao and I originally just wanted to find a quiet place in the mountains to wait for its breakthrough, but who knew that the big guy not only didn't back down when it saw us, it even dared to attack us. The result was tragic. Chen Xiao and I didn't have to put in much effort and easily took it down. How about that, Old Man Su, aren't we amazing?"

"That's really impressive! You've made great progress!"

Su Qian nodded in approval without hesitation, beaming with joy, which greatly pleased Zi Yan, who couldn't suppress the smile that appeared on her lips.

Seeing that she was finally ready to rest for a while, Su Qian then turned her gaze to Chen Xiao.

"With your current strength, you're already capable of graduating early. Bringing Ziyan back this time probably means you feel that the Black Corner Region won't be of much use to you anymore. What are your plans next?"

In the inner academy, breaking through to the Dou Wang level allows one to graduate early without having to stay for the full five years.

Because Chen Xiao once ranked among the top ten on the Strong Ranking, he also has the status of an elder candidate. If he wants to, and with Su Qian's consent, he can become an elder in the inner courtyard.

Su Qian naturally thought highly of Chen Xiao. From the moment Chen Xiao entered the inner courtyard, this elder made no attempt to hide his admiration.

However, he also knew that the biggest advantage of the inner courtyard was the Heavenly Flame Refining Tower.

Or to be more precise, it was thanks to that Fallen Heart Flame.

As for Chen Xiao, who is of the ice attribute, staying in the inner courtyard would only provide him with even less help than before.

Therefore, Su Qian did not need to make an invitation to Chen Xiao to serve as an elder.

"I'm going to go back to the Jia Ma Empire to settle things there before coming to the Black Corner Region. In the past two years, Zi Yan and I have fought against many Dou Wangs while hiding our identities, but we haven't faced those Black List experts yet. When we can beat up all the Black List experts one by one, it will be time to go to the Central Continent."

Chen Xiao chuckled and replied, not hiding his thoughts, though he spoke rather vaguely.

He had considered dealing with the Grand Elder before, but ultimately suppressed the thought.

After all, Han Feng's status as a sixth-grade alchemist was enough to attract many powerful figures, and he was also involved with the Soul Palace, which was something that everyone avoided. Even if the Grand Elder took action, it was not absolutely safe.

"Hehe, it won't be easy to overturn the blacklist, but given your growth rate, it's not too difficult. You're from the Jia Ma Empire, and you've achieved some success now. It wouldn't be bad to go back and take care of things at home so you can go find your little girlfriend with peace of mind. That's quite a challenge."

Chen Xiao looked up and glanced at Su Qian again, clearly sensing that Su Qian's words were implied, suggesting that Xun'er's identity was extraordinary.

He didn't say much about the matter, nor did he mention any family. Chen Xiao has no relatives or friends now, so wherever he goes is home.

"When Ziyan heard that I was going back to Jiama, she wanted to go with me to see it."

"Go ahead. You all thrive in the Black Corner Region, so you can certainly do as well in a normal empire. As it happens, I've been feeling a bit uneasy lately and am about to break through. I'm planning to go into seclusion for a while, so I don't have time to entertain you."

"Then I wish the Grand Elder continued success."

"Old Su, when are you going into seclusion?" Zi Yan looked up in surprise.

Although she didn't say it, this girl really missed the Grand Elder after two years apart, and now that he was finally back...

She wanted to boast a lot in front of the Grand Elder.

"Haha, tonight is the perfect time. My cultivation level hasn't improved in many years, and I'm finally feeling it again. I can't miss this opportunity. I'll wait until you return from the Gama Empire before we discuss this in detail."

Upon hearing this, Zi Yan had no choice but to accept the outcome.

After chatting for half an afternoon in the Grand Elder's study, Chen Xiao left Zi Yan behind and went alone to his former residence, intending to catch up with his "fellow residents".

However, to Chen Xiao's surprise, there was not a single person in the entire small attic. Helpless, Chen Xiao could only grab a somewhat familiar-looking old student who lived in the next attic and ask him for directions.

"Fu Tong and Cao Hui took leave together a few days ago. I don't know where they went. Dunshan is probably still cultivating in the tower right now."

"Dunshan?"

"It's Mu Boshan. This guy has a weird quirk. He likes to practice defensive fighting techniques, which disgusts a lot of people in the arena, and that's how he got this nickname."

The person who was being pulled also recognized Chen Xiao and immediately complained with a speechless expression. Chen Xiao couldn't help but laugh.

This so-called quirk was known to some of the top five freshmen back then, so it's not surprising that it's now known to the public.

However, Cao Hui and Fu Tong both took leave and left, leaving people wondering what kind of development this would be.

Not finding anyone he knew, Chen Xiao didn't force the issue and simply strolled around the inner courtyard, just like the day he sent Xun'er and Qinglin away.

evening.

Zi Yan returned from the Grand Elder's place and told Chen Xiao that Su Qian had gone into seclusion.

"What do we do now? Old Man Su is gone too, and it feels pointless to stay in the inner courtyard."

That sounds strange.

"Let's set off then. We can catch up properly when we come back next time."

Gazing towards the direction of the Gama Empire, Chen Xiao felt a sense of anticipation.

At this time, the Gamma Grand Stage is ready, and going back early will allow you to see many interesting things.

"Okay!"

They hit it off immediately and set off without hesitation, demonstrating their decisive and efficient approach.

Chen Xiao had experienced firsthand the vast distance between Canaan Academy and the Gama Empire several years ago.

Although using the griffin could save effort, its speed was still unbearable in the eyes of Chen Xiao and Zi Yan.

Therefore, the two did not rent griffins, but directly used their battle qi to create wings and flew to get there.

While this method is more tiring, it is faster and more comfortable; you can land and rest whenever you're tired.

Every now and then, Zi Yan would discover a few rare medicinal herbs along the way.

After flying and stopping for about twenty days, the two finally saw the border of the Gama Empire.

Seeing the heavily guarded area, Chen Xiao and Zi Yan exchanged a glance and, with perfect understanding, chose to quietly pass by.

late at night.

In the heart of the Tagor Desert, lies the sacred city of the Serpent People.

Queen Medusa, who was resting against the headboard, suddenly opened her eyes.

Just now, she sensed that two powerful individuals with considerable strength were flying past Tagor at high speed, and their route was not far from the Holy City.

After carefully sensing the whereabouts of the two and finding no trace of their presence, Queen Medusa closed her eyes again and continued to ponder the matter of evolving with the help of the Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame.

The Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame is extremely precious.

Even she, due to her snake-like constitution, was unable to refine it and could only temporarily seal it away. But this was not a long-term solution. If the news of the strange fire were to leak out, it would inevitably cause a lot of trouble.

"Flower Snake".

With a soft call, the bedroom door was gently pushed open, and the alluring Flower Snake entered, bowing and awaiting orders.

"Order the eight tribes to strengthen their defenses during this period and avoid causing trouble."

The flower snake, bowing and waiting, served as proof.

As the most trusted person by Queen Medusa's side, she already understood Her Majesty's decision.