Battle Through the Heavens: Purple Heaven Thunder Emperor

Chapter 21 Comfort

Xun'er thought Xiao Bai was tired of sitting and went to stroll around the back mountain, so she hurriedly followed him.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Bai thought for a moment, then did not refuse and waited for the little girl to catch up.

It's good to bring Xun'er along. He doesn't know if his current soul power is enough to fight against Yao Lao. With her there, it's an extra layer of insurance.

In case of any unexpected event, he could simply frown and retreat behind Xun'er.

"Brother Xiao Bai, let's go for a walk by the lake!"

Xiao Xun'er hadn't spent time with Xiao Bai for a long time, and she was in high spirits.

Xiao Bai shook his head and said:

"No, we're going to the cliff side today."

Seeing that Xiao Bai didn't seem to be wandering around the back mountain, Xiao Xun'er tilted her head and asked curiously.

"Go to the cliff? What are you going there for?"

Xiao Bai smiled, "Go comfort a wounded soul!"

"Injured? Who? Cousin Xiao Yan?"

"Hmm... well... I guess so!" Xiao Bai said somewhat uncertainly.

That guy's about to take off, what's with the comfort?!

"So mysterious!" Xiao Xun'er muttered when she saw him stammering.

"Alright, you'll find out soon enough. Let's go!"

Xiao Bai took the little girl's hand and walked quickly toward the cliff.

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After leaving the hall, Xiao Yan absentmindedly made his way to the cliff behind the Xiao family's mountain, gazing at the distant, mist-shrouded Monster Mountain Range.

Recalling Nalan Yanran's arrogant words, it felt like sharp swords piercing his heart. He bit his lip tightly, oblivious to the taste of blood spreading in his mouth.

He shouted hoarsely towards the empty cliff opposite:

"I don't want to suffer this humiliation again, not even a little bit!"

Seeing that the time was ripe, the old man in the ring was about to go out and show off his divine power, making the young man outside bow down in worship. Suddenly, he seemed to sense something and immediately gave up, feeling a little uncomfortable.

A series of footsteps approached, and Xiao Yan turned his head to see Xiao Bai leading Xiao Xun'er toward him.

"Brother Bai, are you here to comfort me?"

Seeing that Xiao Bai had followed him shortly after he arrived, Xiao Yan was certain that Xiao Bai was worried about him and felt a surge of emotion, but still asked with a hint of anticipation.

Xiao Bai's heart skipped a beat upon hearing this. No, he knew the plot. Xiao Yan was about to embark on the Legend of the Flame Emperor, so why would he need comforting?

But he forgot that this was both the time when Xiao Yan's dawn was about to arrive and his most desperate moment.

However, looking into those expectant eyes, Xiao Bai couldn't bear to say no, so he could only nod.

"Brother Bai!"

Xiao Yan's emotional cry and teary eyes sent a shiver down Xiao Bai's spine, giving him goosebumps.

Eek!

Seeing that Xiao Yan still wanted to hug him, Xiao Bai blocked him with a palm and shouted sharply:

"Stop... A grown man shouldn't act like a girl!"

Hearing Xiao Bai's loud shout, Xiao Yan instantly snapped out of his daze. Recalling his earlier actions, he felt a little embarrassed, and his face immediately turned red.

Upon seeing Xiao Yan's expression, Xiao Bai suddenly felt an urge to turn around and leave.

Damn it, you're a grown man, and you're all blushing and acting all shy.

I never expected Xiao Yan to be like this!

But remembering his purpose for today, he suppressed his lustful thoughts and didn't turn around and leave.

It seems I should stay away from this kid from now on. Xiao Bai is a fine young man, and there are so many beautiful women in the world waiting for him to comfort them!

How could I possibly cause a Brooklyn Mountain incident with this kid here!

I don't know if it's because he's been through so much in the past three years, but somehow this kid seems to have become so twisted.

Xiao Yan noticed the strange look in Xiao Bai's eyes and was initially puzzled, but for a moment, a sudden realization dawned on him.

Recalling the peculiar hobbies of some people in his past life, and how he had reacted with the same expression when he heard about them, and reflecting on his actions just now, he began to understand that Xiao Bai regarded him as that kind of person.

For a moment, Xiao Yan had an urge to die, and hurriedly explained:

"Brother Bai, I'm not that kind of person!"

Xiao Bai became even more suspicious, but he didn't want to continue the topic. He calmly nodded and made up his mind that he would not spend time alone with him unless necessary.

Xiao Xun'er, watching from the side, was confused and felt that they were discussing something strange.

"Alright, enough of the small talk. I'm asking you, do you want to resolve the issue of your disappearing fighting spirit?"

Xiao Bai said seriously.

"Brother Bai, can you solve my problem?"

Xiao Yan felt a surge of hope. This was a knot in his heart that had bound him for three years. He constantly thought about finding out the cause and then resolving it.

Unexpectedly, Xiao Bai suddenly gave him a surprise.

He didn't doubt Xiao Bai's words; he knew that the person in front of him could be unserious at times, even when it came to trivial matters.

But I wouldn't joke with him about something like this if I wasn't sure.

"If I said I knew all along but didn't tell you, would you resent me?"

Although the voice was soft, it sounded like a thunderclap to Xiao Yan's ears.

A surge of immense anger and sorrow welled up within him.

He used to be at odds with this person, but now he truly considers him a friend, an older brother, and... a role model in life.

Now this person is telling him that he knew about his problems, yet he watched helplessly as he fell into this state for the past three years.

Xiao Yan stared intently at Xiao Bai, his expression a mixture of laughter and tears, and asked:

"Why? Why? Is it because I caused you trouble before?"

Xiao Bai smiled but did not answer him. He walked to the stone table on the side.

Xiao Xun'er followed silently. Although she didn't know why Xiao Bai did this, she... trusted him!

Xiao Bai wasn't asking for trouble, because even if he didn't say anything now, Xiao Yan would find out soon enough.

It would be better for him to break the ice now and seize control of the situation.

He had anticipated this scene and knew how to explain it, even if it might be a lie.

If it were anyone else, Xiao Bai wouldn't care what they thought at all; whatever they wanted!

Why should Xiao Bai explain his actions to others?

But this young man was different, and the Xiao family had been kind to him.

As for the future, Xiao Yan will not seize the opportunities he already has, but for those he has not yet obtained, he will rely on his own abilities.

After sitting down at the stone table, Xiao Bai pointed to the stone bench beside him and said to Xiao Yan, who was still standing to the side:

"Sit down and talk slowly, there's no rush. It's still early, there's plenty of time!"

Seeing Xiao Bai's calm demeanor, Xiao Yan also calmed down a bit. After struggling with his emotions for a moment, he slowly walked over.

"Ask whatever you want," Xiao Bai said calmly after Xiao Yan sat down.

"Why?" Xiao Yan asked in a somber tone.

"Because we can't beat them!"

"Can't beat me? You mean my battle qi disappearing was caused by someone?" Xiao Yan's eyes were filled with doubt and surprise.

A hint of surprise flashed in Xiao Xun'er's eyes. Back when Xiao Yan first had a problem, Xiao Zhan had asked her to take a look at Xiao Yan's situation, but Ling Ying didn't notice anything at the time!

Xiao Bai nodded.

Only the old apothecary inside the ring almost couldn't help but jump out and shout:

"You're talking nonsense! Back then, it was you who made me fall into a two-month slumber, almost causing my plans to go awry and allowing Xiao Yan to cultivate his techniques and break through to the second-star Dou Zhe level!"

(End of this chapter)