Battle Through the Heavens: Reap the Red Lotus Karmic Flame at the Start

"What???"

"Miss Xun'er?!"

"Represent the Xiao clan? How could that be?"

"Did I hear that right? How could Miss Xun'er..."

"Xiao Xun'er? Isn't she the eldest daughter of an ancient clan?"

The ancient clan camp erupted in chaos, countless gazes fixed on Xun'er and Xiao Yan. These gazes were filled with extreme shock and bewilderment, ultimately transforming into a burning rage of betrayal! Their supreme goddess had actually stood against the ancient clan, siding with that damned Xiao Yan!

The other families descended from Dou Di were also greatly impacted, after all, who didn't know Gu Xun'er? She was the true jewel of the Gu clan, the daughter of the clan leader!

The situation, which was about to begin due to a single spot, was immediately halted by Xun'er's arrival.

No one could understand the situation at this moment. Gu Zechuan couldn't understand it either. Xun'er's sudden appearance was one thing, but why was she standing on Xiao Yan's side?

Gu Qingyang's tall figure swayed almost imperceptibly. His lips were tightly pressed together, and his usually gentle and handsome face was now filled with indescribable bitterness and struggle. He understood the reason for this scene sooner than anyone else, but this only intensified his pain. He watched Xun'er's retreating figure, watching her walk unhesitatingly towards Xiao Yan, his eyes filled with deep anguish and helplessness. For Xiao Yan… she had finally gone this far. Openly declaring herself as the representative of the Xiao Clan was more than just taking sides; it was a challenge to the entire ancient clan's inherited rules, placing herself entirely in the eye of the storm!

Did she ever consider the immense pressure and criticism she would face within the ancient clan after this day? Gu Qingyang's heart was bleeding, but he knew even more clearly that once Xiao Xun'er made her decision, it would be difficult to change.

Xun'er of the ancient clan might still care, but why would Xiao Xun'er care about the affairs of the ancient clan?

Within the Lei Clan's ranks, Lei Dong gazed at the stunningly beautiful Xun'er in her azure dress, a deep sense of amazement and indescribable complexity flashing in his eyes. The prodigies around him also whispered amongst themselves, finding Xun'er's actions unbelievable.

Hun Yu's amused smile deepened as he watched the dramatic scene with great interest, clearly enjoying a spectacular show. He then turned his head and exchanged a glance with a figure behind him, receiving some kind of answer before continuing to observe the spectacle. Given the current situation, he could hardly imagine how the ancient clans would handle it; the situation was practically a dead end.

Huo Zhi looked at Xun'er with a complex expression. As a woman herself, she could better understand Xun'er's determination and courage at this moment. This attitude of standing by Xiao Yan's side regardless of everything stirred a strange envy in her heart. In the current situation, could she also give up everything of the Yan Clan and make a similar decision? Huo Zhi couldn't help but seek an answer in her heart.

Standing next to Xun'er, Lei Jingxiao naturally recognized her, but he was still somewhat stunned for a moment.

"Xiao Xun'er, what do you mean?"

Although Wei Jiangyuan didn't recognize Xun'er, he quickly realized what was happening and pulled Lei Jingxiao aside: "Don't you understand? Of course, your sister-in-law is here again! Shut up and see what happens!"

Xiao Yan was completely lost. Of course, he had hoped for Xun'er's return. When he learned of his second brother's tragic death, and when he led his clan to escape the Ancient Clan, Xun'er was practically his only hope. But he had been disappointed too many times, so in the end, he had no more expectations. He simply hoped to venture into the Tomb of the Heavenly Deity with Wei Jiangyuan and Lei Jingxiao.

But then, at this crucial moment, Xun'er stood behind him, announcing her return in a way that was almost a betrayal of the ancient clan. It would be impossible for Xiao Yan not to be moved.

"Brother Xiao Yan..." The familiar call came again.

Xiao Yan stared blankly at Xun'er, who was so close to him, watching the mist quickly well up in her clear, autumn-water-like eyes. He opened his mouth, but his throat felt like it was blocked by something, and all the words in his heart remained unuttered.

He could only gaze at Xun'er with his dark eyes, just staring at her, as if trying to convey everything that had happened in the past four years.

Looking at Xiao Yan's appearance, Xun'er felt as if her heart was being squeezed tightly by an invisible hand.

"I'm sorry, Xun'er is too late..."

Xiao Yan's body trembled at this moment. In all this time, his biggest goals were actually only three.

Collect the strange fire and all the materials to revive Yao Lao.

To build your own power base and be able to bring your family back home.

With sufficient power, the ancient clan formally welcomed Xun'er into their marriage.

Now that Xun'er is standing in front of Xiao Yan, how could he not feel anything? However, everything that has happened recently has left him unable to think of any suitable response.

"Xun'er, what exactly is going on?" Gu Zechuan asked, seeing what was happening before him.

Xun'er also shifted her gaze from Xiao Yan and replied to Gu Zechuan, "Elder Zechuan, I have said everything I needed to say. I will represent the Xiao Clan at this year's Heavenly Tomb Gathering!"

Gu Zechuan's face twitched violently, and the turmoil in his heart was almost uncontrollable! What Xun'er had done was far too outrageous. This was a blatant challenge to the rules of the Ancient Clan, and a declaration in front of all the families descended from Dou Di that she had abandoned her identity with the Ancient Clan!

"Xun'er!" Gu Zechuan's voice carried a hint of barely perceptible panic. "Do you know what you're saying? You are a young lady of my Gu Clan, you represent the Gu Clan. You were originally entitled to a place in the Heavenly Tomb. Return to the team immediately!"

Gu Zechuan tried to suppress everything for the time being. The situation was too chaotic. Even if the Heavenly Tomb was delayed, he absolutely could not allow Xun'er to completely defect in front of everyone.

However, Xun'er's response was an incredibly decisive action.

She took another step forward, her slender, jade-like wrist rising slightly, and suddenly, dazzling golden flames rose from her fair arm! The flames were pure and domineering, like a miniature sun shining on her arm.

Xun'er didn't say another word, coldly scanning the faces in the ancient clan camp, finally fixing her gaze on Gu Zechuan.

"If anyone feels that I am not qualified to represent the Xiao Clan, or needs to consider whether I have the strength to accept the challenge from the ancient clan's prodigies..."

She paused slightly, and the dazzling golden flames around her suddenly intensified, making her look like a goddess of fire, and her aura instantly reached its peak!

"Then, come on!"

(Thanks to FANTA)