Battle Through the Heavens: Achievement System at the Start

After leaving the auction house, gazing at the crowded city, I took a deep breath, feeling the hustle and bustle of the city, and a complex mix of emotions welled up inside me. I sighed.

"Since he came into this world, he has developed a deep affection for it. The thought of leaving for a while makes him feel a little reluctant. However, he knows that this departure is for training and growth. A man must always learn to grow."

After Xiao Yao had prepared all the supplies, he headed toward the courtyard where Xiao Zhan lived.

Xiao Yao walked over and explained to his father that he would be leaving for a while. At this moment, Xiao Zhan looked at Xiao Yao and asked, "Yao'er, why are you preparing to leave? Is there something you need to take care of?"

"Father, actually a few years ago an old man (the system) saw that I had extraordinary bones and the physique of an alchemist, so he took me as his apprentice. These days he said he would take me out to gain experience and broaden my horizons. He will be back in a year at most."

After Xiao Yao finished speaking, he secretly used the Divine-level Breath Concealment Technique to control his cultivation to the level of a Dou Shi one-star, and then released his own Dou Qi to reveal his cultivation level.

Seeing this, Xiao Zhan smiled and said, "Yao'er, with your father here at home, you can go and train with peace of mind."

"Yes, Father," Xiao Yao replied with a smile.

After leaving his father's place, Xiao Yao headed towards the courtyard where Xun'er was, and encountered Xiao Yan along the way.

Xiao Yao said, "Xiao Yanzi, I'm about to go on a long trip, so you don't need to come looking for me anytime soon."

Xiao Yan looked at Xiao Yao with a bewildered expression and asked in confusion, "Brother Yao, what are you doing out there? How long are you planning to be gone?"

"This bottle of pills is called the Fighter Pill. It's suitable for your current cultivation level and can boost your strength by one star. As for how long I'll be gone, I won't tell you."

Xiao Yao took out a pill from his storage ring, handed it to Xiao Yan, and continued towards Xun'er's direction.

He walked towards the courtyard where Xun'er was. Xiao Yao gently pushed open Xun'er's door and went inside.

Xun'er was sitting in the courtyard reading a book when she saw Xiao Yao come in, and a surprised smile appeared on her face.

"Brother Xiao Yao, you're here!" Xun'er closed her book, came forward, and said excitedly.

Xiao Yao nodded and replied with a smile, "Yes, Xun'er, I've come to see you."

The two sat down, and Xiao Yao told Xun'er that he had to go out for a while. "Brother Xiao Yao, are you really leaving?" Xun'er asked with some reluctance.

Xiao Yao gently held her hand and comforted her, "Don't worry, Xun'er, I'm just leaving for a while. I'll be back soon. I've also prepared some delicious snacks for you." After saying that, he took out yesterday's potato chips and ten small snacks from his storage ring and handed them to Xun'er.

Seeing this, Xun'er felt somewhat comforted, but her eyes revealed a hint of reluctance as she whispered, "Brother Xiao Yao, be careful on the road and come back soon. Xun'er doesn't want to wait that long."

After hearing Xun'er's words, Xiao Yao patted her head and comforted her, "Don't worry, Brother Xiao Yao will take good care of himself and will definitely come back soon. After all, my Xun'er is waiting for me to come back."

Xun'er felt a little relieved after hearing Xiao Yao's words. She nestled in Xiao Yao's arms and whispered, "I'll miss you, Brother Xiao Yao."

Xiao Yao gently stroked her hair and said tenderly, "I'll miss you too, Xun'er. Take good care of yourself and wait for me to come back."

The two stood there quietly, enjoying their brief embrace.

After some time, Xiao Yao, dressed in ordinary robes, walked out of the Xiao family gate and slowly disappeared at the end of the street under the respectful gaze of the family guards.

Xun'er watched Xiao Yao's departing figure until it disappeared, then whispered, "Elder Ling, please protect Xiao Yao secretly for me. Remember not to let him find out."

A dark figure appeared in the courtyard, and an old man in black robes said, "Miss, I was sent by the clan leader to protect your safety. What if I go to protect Young Master Xiao Yao and you encounter danger?"

The young lady said in a cool tone, "Mr. Ling, I am very safe in the Xiao family. No one can hurt me. I have the things my father gave me to protect myself. You just need to protect Xiao Yao. You don't need to worry about anything else."

"Yes, Miss." As soon as she finished speaking, Ling Ying turned into a shadow and disappeared from the spot.

In the pitch-black night sky, a crescent moon hangs alone, its pale, cool light spilling across the earth.

In the dark forest, a faint campfire flickered gently, bringing a touch of warmth to the silent night.

Beside the campfire, a boy dressed in black leaned against a tree trunk, idly playing with the flames of his fire stick.

Including today, Xiao Yao has been away from Wutan City for five days. The initial novelty has faded considerably during the lonely journey, and a faint sense of melancholy has slowly crept into the young man's heart.

Xiao Yao casually put in a piece of firewood, making the campfire much brighter again. Xiao Yao sighed, "I've gotten so used to having a little girl by my side. Suddenly, without Xun'er's company, I actually feel lonely."

Xiao Yao smiled, shaking off his melancholy, and began to plan his journey of trials.

During this time, Xiao Yao continued his journey while simultaneously cultivating and consolidating his Great Dou Master level. This evening, he finally arrived at a small town closest to the Monster Mountain Range, a town called Green Mountain Town.

Because of its proximity to the Monster Mountain Range, most of the people in this town are mercenary groups who spend their days risking their lives.

Xiao Yao walked along a path paved with bluestone, leading to a large market where crowds gathered. He had already donned a disguise mask, wore a black robe, and had a handsome face, naturally attracting many glances.

However, he ignored it, wiped the sweat from his forehead, and walked slowly down the street.

There were many shops on both sides of the street, and due to its advantageous location, it was quite popular. Xiao Yao's eyes swept over the signs above the shops with interest, but when his gaze fell on a rather spacious herbal medicine shop, he stopped and, after a moment's thought, stepped into the herbal medicine shop named "Wan Yao Zhai".

Upon seeing this, Xiao Yao realized, "Could this be the place where Little Fairy Doctor resides? However, Little Fairy Doctor is only eight or nine years old now, so she shouldn't be here yet."

Xiao Yao wasn't particularly interested in weapons and armor, but he was extremely interested in rare medicinal herbs. As long as he could find rare herbs, he could use his current alchemy skills to refine them into various pills that could enhance his strength or aid in cultivation. When traveling through the dangerous and densely populated Monster Mountain Range, pills were the most reliable and tangible way to save his life.

Xiao Yao walked into the spacious shop, which was illuminated as if it were daytime by the moonstones hanging on the walls. At this time, there were quite a few people in the shop, and the shop assistants were all extremely busy, so no one was greeting the newly entered customers yet.

As Xiao Yao was looking at the medicinal herbs and pills for sale on the counter, he suddenly overheard two shop assistants talking quietly. One of the male shop assistants said, "Did you know that the owner of this Wan Yao Zhai brought a little girl who looks about eight or nine years old a few days ago? I heard she seems to be a little doctor. She is quite knowledgeable about medicinal herbs and can identify which ones can treat wounds and bruises."

Another shop assistant chimed in, "Of course I know. I've also heard that this little girl is as beautiful as a fairy and has a kind heart, so the people of Qingshan Town call her Little Fairy Doctor."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yao thought to himself, "So Little Fairy Doctor has already arrived in Qingshan Town so quickly."