In Battle Through the Heavens, lying down makes you stronger.

Chapter 28 Xiao Zhan: Yan'er has been possessed by something dirty?

Xiao Xun'er smiled, her eyes crinkling into crescent moons, and gazed quietly at Xiao Ran's face.

Feeling Xiao Ran wiping his sweat, he felt incredibly sweet inside.

"Brother Xiao Ran is alright. If not, you can spar with Xun'er today."

"I never imagined that there would be so many flaws in my movement technique."

Xiao Ran put away the handkerchief, smiled, patted Xiao Xun'er's head, and said,

"That's how spiritual practice is. No matter how much a person practices or thinks, it's just like building a cart behind closed doors."

"Only through honing our skills and constant competition can we identify our weaknesses and make up for each other's shortcomings."

"Yes, Xun'er understands."

Xiao Xun'er smiled and nodded.

Then it curved into two beautiful crescent moons.

"From now on, can Brother Xiaoran still spar with Xun'er?"

"Of course I can. Who else would I accompany if not Xun'er?" Xiao Ran said without hesitation.

"But you'll have to wait until I get back."

"Don't worry, I won't lie down so often anymore. I'll spend more time with Xun'er and make up for all the time I've missed with you over the years!"

"Brother Xiao Ran..."

Xiao Xun'er bit her lip lightly and said with red eyes,

"Actually, it's not just Brother Xiao Ran who's with Xun'er; Xun'er is also with Brother Xiao Ran."

"Every day, as long as I can be by Brother Xiao Ran's side, Xun'er is very happy!"

Xiao Ran smiled and pinched Xiao Xun'er's little nose.

"Silly girl! We have a long time to spend together!"

Xiao Xun'er nodded, and then gave some instructions.

"But Brother Xiao Ran, you must be careful on your journey."

"We've encountered unknown territory. Let Elder Ling go and scout ahead first."

"If you encounter danger, run away as fast as you can and let Elder Ling hold the line for you."

"if……"

……

Old Ling, who was taking a nap somewhere deep in the Xiao family forest, suddenly sneezed several times.

"Achoo! Achoo!"

Rubbing his nose, Old Man Ling couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

"Oh dear, I'm getting old."

"I never thought that I, a powerful Dou Huang, would catch a cold."

Having said that, he took out a cloak from his storage ring and covered himself with it.

He turned over and closed his eyes again.

……

Xiao Ran held Xiao Xun'er's hand and walked side by side.

They were right there at the entrance to Xiao Xun'er's courtyard.

A member of the Xiao family suddenly ran up to Xiao Ran, cupped his hands in greeting, and paid his respects.

"Greetings, Young Master Xiao Ran, and Miss Xun'er."

"What brings you here, Manager Mo?" Xiao Ran asked with a smile.

The person who arrived was Manager Mo, Xiao Zhan's most trusted steward.

Manager Mo clasped his hands in a fist salute to Xiao Ran and said,

"Young Master Xiao Ran, the clan leader wants you to go to him. He says he has important matters to discuss."

"Oh?"

Xiao Ran asked in confusion, then looked at Xiao Xun'er.

Xiao Xun'er said with a smile,

"Brother Xiao Ran, since Uncle Xiao summoned you, it must be something important to discuss. You should go quickly!"

"Alright, Xun'er must be tired after sparring all morning, go home and rest early."

Looking at the understanding Xiao Xun'er,

Xiao Ran felt an indescribable joy and pleasure.

At the same time, he secretly rejoiced, thankful that he had stopped a lecherous scoundrel who wanted to experiment with his crude method of nourishing meridians, and thus won Xiao Xun'er's heart.

After watching Xiao Xun'er enter the courtyard,

Xiao Ran then turned to Steward Mo and said,

"Since my godfather has summoned me, let's go there now."

Manager Mo smiled and cupped his hands in greeting.

"Young Master Xiao Ran, please go ahead. I have other matters to attend to."

"Okay, then go to Mushroom on time."

Xiao Ran waved his hand and headed towards the direction where Xiao Zhan was.

When they arrived at the place where Xiao Zhan lived.

Xiao Zhan was sitting in front of a huge bookshelf, flipping through books.

Xiao Ran stepped forward and bowed to greet him.

"Your son greets his godfather."

Upon hearing Xiao Ran's voice, Xiao Zhan looked up.

He said with a smile,

"Ran'er, you're here. Come in quickly."

Then he put down the book in his hand, got up, went to the door, and closed the door.

Seeing Xiao Zhan's cautious demeanor, Xiao Ran couldn't help but feel a sense of unease.

What exactly happened?

That made my godfather so cautious.

Xiao Ran cupped his hands in greeting to Xiao Zhan and asked,

"Father, you look worried. What has happened? Can I help you with your worries?"

Hearing Xiao Ran's words, Xiao Zhan nodded with satisfaction and sighed.

"Ah! What makes me most gratified as a father is having a child like you."

Xiao Ran said with a smile,

"Godfather, you flatter me."

"Actually, Emperor Yan is quite good, but he is still troubled by his own inner conflict because of his lack of strength."

Xiao Zhan nodded, gesturing for Xiao Ran to sit down.

Then he walked to a chair and sat down, and looked at Xiao Ran and asked,

"Ran'er, do you know why I called you here?"

Xiao Ran shook his head.

"Please enlighten me, Godfather."

Xiao Zhan pondered for a moment, then said in a low voice,

"Ran'er, these past few days, Yan'er has been often by your side. Have you noticed anything unusual about him?"

Xiao Ran was slightly taken aback.

Emperor Yan is often by my side? It doesn't seem like it.

How come I remember that I went to play the game of rock-paper-scissors with Xiao Xun'er last night, but I didn't see Xiao Yan?

Looking at Xiao Ran's bewildered expression.

Xiao Zhan sighed helplessly and said,

"Ran'er, I have something to tell you, but don't tell anyone else!"

"Godfather, please speak! I am known for being tight-lipped!" Xiao Ran said solemnly.

"Um!"

Xiao Zhan nodded slowly, then lowered his voice and said,

"Ran'er, I've noticed that Yan'er has been acting strangely lately."

"Do you know?"

"Last night I was planning to visit Yan'er, but I found he wasn't in his room. I eventually found him in the back mountain."

"But what did I see? He was standing there all alone, laughing wildly and unrestrainedly."

"I've heard that at these times, you shouldn't wake the other person, otherwise..."

At this point, Xiao Zhan showed a look of reluctance and gently tapped his head with his finger.

"You'll become an idiot!"

"Do you think he's possessed by some kind of evil spirit?"

After listening to Xiao Zhan's words, Xiao Ran pondered for a moment.

Then it dawned on me in an instant.

Then, I felt a bit dumbfounded.

According to the original plot, yesterday should have been the day when Yao Lao refined the Foundation Building Elixir for Xiao Yan.

Moreover, he even helped Xiao Yan find a Xuan-rank fighting skill, right?

Xiao Yan made a great profit last night.

And because of the care from his sworn brother, he was no longer constrained by money.

Discovering a Xuan-rank combat skill would certainly be a cause for great joy.

It's also possible for him to laugh wildly.

Then I thought of Xiao Yan's ecstatic voice this morning.

Xiao Ran knew perfectly well what had happened.

Xiao Yan's adoptive father believed that Xiao Yan had developed mental problems due to excessive pressure from cultivation.

This left Xiao Ran somewhat amused and exasperated.

However, what her adoptive father said about being possessed by a ghost wasn't entirely wrong.

Xiao Zhan, standing to the side, did not notice Xiao Ran's expression.

He still held his forehead with one hand, speaking with a pained expression,

"Alas, Yan'er's mother passed away early."

"As his father, I had to manage the family affairs, so I didn't show him much love when he was young."

Then she looked up at Xiao Ran.

Xiao Ran quickly suppressed his smile and his expression turned serious.

(End of this chapter)