Battle Through the Heavens: Xiao Yan, I am your second master.

"Li'er, let's go back to Yin Valley." Su Wanyin appeared out of nowhere and said with a smile.

"Fine! I've been sold out by the dean?" Xiao Li muttered.

"Hehe, you showed the Soul Elixir passed down in the Sound Valley to others, which is a leak of the Sound Valley's secrets. As punishment, from now on, you, Xiao Li, will be the Holy Son of the Sound Valley!"

Su Wanyin said with a smile, as if everything was beyond question.

"Huh? I'm an outsider, and I've never cultivated the core techniques of the Sound Valley. How can I be the Holy Son? Isn't that against the rules?" Xiao Li said in a low voice.

Su Wanyin snorted coldly, and an extremely strong pressure burst forth from her body.

"I am the Valley Master of Yin Valley! My rules are the rules! What, Holy Son Xiao Li, do you intend to defy me?"

"Uh, no, no, I wouldn't dare." Xiao Li suddenly felt immense pressure. Had he lost his mind to contradict a six-star Dou Zun?

"Hmm, that's more like it. Once I bring your teacher back and we get married, you'll be the true Holy Son of Yin Valley! You can't escape! You're a living, breathing eighth-grade alchemist, do you think I, the Valley Master, would let you get away?"

Chapter 102 Sound Valley

Xiao Li transformed into the Holy Son of the Sound Valley. The Sound Valley was different from the Flower Sect. Although there were many female disciples, there were also male disciples. However, female disciples accounted for more than 60%, after all, women were quite talented in music, perhaps because women were more meticulous.

Su Wanyin gave Xiao Li a brief introduction to Yin Valley.

Yin Valley, one of the Three Valleys, is a powerful force on par with Burning Flame Valley and Ice River Valley, but in reality, Yin Valley has a very strong foundation.

The Sound Valley has been passed down for nearly a thousand years. The powerful figure who founded the Sound Valley was called the Sound Saint. This Sound Saint also had other names, such as the Heavenly Sound Saint, the Heavenly Sound Demon Saint, the Demon Sound Saint, the Six-Finger Demon Saint, and so on.

This sonic master was born with six fingers and was most skilled in sonic attacks. He often killed people invisibly with his music, and in that era, people were terrified of his voice.

The headquarters of Yin Valley is located in the southwest region of the Central Region, very close to the Burning Flame Valley. However, Yin Valley does not like to fight for territory, so the area of ​​Yin Valley is not very large.

Tianyin Mountains

Xiao Li followed Su Wanyin to the Tianyin Mountain Range, where the headquarters of the Yin Valley was located. How to describe the environment here? It was like a fairyland, with green mountains and clear waters.

Su Wanyin led Xiao Li to the depths of the Tianyin Mountains, and then with a flick of her slender hand, a white spatial portal suddenly opened.

"Space Gate?"

Xiao Li said in surprise, and then followed Su Wanyin into the spatial gate.

When I opened my eyes again, a valley shrouded in mist suddenly appeared before me. The thousand acres of peach orchards were in full bloom, and the pink and white petals fell like snow, yet not a single one was covered in mud—each flower turned into a wisp of light pink smoke as it fell to the ground, rising into the air and condensing into a floating peach blossom cloud.

"These are peach trees? So many peach trees!" Xiao Li was dumbfounded; the scene before him was like a paradise.

"Welcome to the world of music," Su Wanyin said with a smile.

"The Sound Realm! Could it be a small world created by a Dou Sheng powerhouse? Like the Pill Realm of the Pill Tower?" Xiao Li asked in surprise.

"More or less, but the scope is much smaller in the Sound Realm than in the Pill Realm. Come with me." Su Wanyin led Xiao Li toward the mountain range next to the peach grove.

The mountain is dotted with many buildings, all in a classical style, exuding a charmingly antique atmosphere.

"Greetings, Valley Master!"

"Greetings, Valley Master!"

Along the way, Xiao Li saw many people dressed in light purple clothing, each wearing a badge with a musical note on their chest.

These are all disciples of Yin Gu. There is no distinction between outer and inner disciples in Yin Gu. Those who can join Yin Gu are all core disciples of Yin Gu.

Exceptionally outstanding disciples are given titles such as Holy Son or Holy Daughter, but none of the disciples in this generation of Yin Valley have received such titles yet.

In the Sound Valley, disciples below the Douhuang level prioritize cultivation. Upon reaching the Douhuang level, they can assume the position of steward, thereby performing sect missions in exchange for resources. Upon reaching the Douzong level, they can be promoted to elders within the valley.

Xiao Li carefully observed the disciples of Yin Gu. He discovered that each disciple possessed a unique charm. Yin Gu specializes in music, so perhaps these disciples all had some characteristics of musicians.

Xiao Li then stepped onto the steps of Tianyin Mountain. The steps were very steep and seemed to stretch endlessly into the distance.

“This is the Heavenly Sound Steps. If you have a talent for music, you can hear it,” Su Wanyin said with a smile.

"Music? It does seem a bit like that." What Xiao Li heard was not music with instruments, but the music of nature: the sound of the wind, the rustling of leaves, the sound of footsteps, and every beat was perfectly harmonious.

"Huh? He actually has such talent? We've struck gold!" Su Wanyin originally thought that recruiting an eighth-grade alchemist would be a huge profit, but she didn't expect Xiao Li to have a sense of rhythm!

The number of disciples in Yin Valley is small, fewer than in the other two valleys. This is why Yin Valley has a small territory and doesn't like to fight for territory. Because there are not many disciples, Yin Valley can be completely self-sufficient, and even have more than enough.

For example, the Burning Flame Valley and the Ice River Valley have many disciples. Every year, the normal training of disciples is a huge expense. Only by expanding their territory and taking over more land can they keep up with the consumption of the sect!

However, Yin Gu doesn't have this problem. Yin Gu has been recruiting disciples, but the recruitment conditions are extremely strict, and not just anyone can enter.

The techniques and combat skills of the Sound Valley are all related to music and the soul. To cultivate the Sound Valley's inherited techniques, one must have a certain sense of music and, secondly, have a strong enough soul power.

These two points are hard requirements that can eliminate a lot of people.

If one is fortunate enough to pass these two conditions, before entering the Valley of Sound, one must personally play a piece of music for the Valley Master, a piece of music that reflects one's true feelings.

Music doesn't lie. No matter what kind of person you are, the music you play will not escape the discerning eyes of the successive Valley Masters of Yin Valley. Therefore, Yin Valley has basically never had any traitors since its establishment.

Furthermore, due to their long-term practice of music, the disciples here are very Buddhist and dislike fighting. However, if you disturb their music, they might beat you into a musical instrument.

After an unknown amount of time, Xiao Li had reached the top of the steps, and the music he heard ended.

"So fast?" Xiao Li said, still somewhat unsatisfied.

"You gave me a huge surprise, you know?" Su Wanyin said excitedly.

"Huh? Why?"

"The fact that you can hear the music on the Heavenly Sound Steps means that you have a sense of music and can cultivate the core techniques of this valley. In other words, you are now worthy of the title of Holy Son."

Su Wanyin looked Xiao Li up and down as if he were some rare treasure.

"Is it really that exaggerated?" Xiao Li asked doubtfully.

"Hmph, come with me, someone wants to see you." Su Wanyin led Xiao Li toward the main hall.

Main hall,

Xiao Li looked at the antique building. Its style was very different from the buildings in Zhongzhou. As expected of a musician, his architecture was also different from others.

"what?"

Xiao Li noticed a man in purple robes standing in front of the main hall. The man looked to be in his thirties or forties, with sword-like eyebrows and bright eyes, and was exceptionally handsome, although his face was somewhat pale. Moreover, Xiao Li noticed that this man bore a resemblance to Su Wanyin.

"Little sister's back? This is the eighth-grade alchemist you brought back? Not bad, not bad, so young and already at the Spirit Realm, hahaha!"

The man spoke, his voice cheerful and with a distinctive rhythm.

"Li'er, let me introduce you. This is one of the Supreme Elders of our Yin Valley. He is known outside as Tianyinzi. His cultivation level is Eighth Rank Dou Zun. He is also my elder brother, Su Jinyi."

Su Wanyin introduced him to Xiao Li.

"Greetings, Supreme Elder," Xiao Li said, cupping his fists to Tian Yinzi.

"Hmm, very good, very good. It's such a good thing that a young eighth-grade alchemist has such a connection with my Yin Valley. If I let him get away, I won't be able to sleep at night. Hahahaha."

Tianyinzi laughed loudly, then opened the main hall door: "Yin'er, let's go. Father has been waiting for a long time."

"Let's go."

The three then entered the main hall, where an old man sat in the main seat.

The old man was dressed in a snow-white robe, his hair and beard were completely white, and his long white hair was neatly combed down his back. He had a simple and honest appearance, and his deep-set eyes exuded a wisdom that could not be concealed despite his advanced age. A faint smile graced his face. That calm and serene aura gave people a very comfortable feeling.

The old man looked like an ordinary person without any cultivation, but he gave Xiao Li an unparalleled pressure. This pressure seemed to directly affect his soul. If Xiao Li's soul power had not been strong, he probably would have collapsed.

'This old man seems even more terrifying than the dean; could he be a demigod?'

Chapter 103 The Heavenly Sound Elder

"Hehe, this must be my friend Xiao Li, who ranked second in the Pill Gathering. My name is Su Wuhen, though my friends on the mainland prefer to call me Tianyin Elder."

The old man's voice was very kind, but there was always a special melody affecting Xiao Li's soul, making Xiao Li feel dizzy.

Xiao Li shook his head, and his drowsy mind quickly cleared.

Su Wanyin pouted, "Dad, why do you still like to use these old tricks to test me? They're so outdated!"

The old man Tianyin's face darkened. His little darling had betrayed him at this crucial moment, but he said nothing. He stared at Xiao Li, already knowing a general idea of ​​Xiao Li's background.

He was the disciple of that young lad, the one who stole his daughter's heart. He never expected his disciple to achieve such success.

"Greetings, uh, what should I call you? Ancestor, or something else?" Xiao Li suddenly didn't know what to call him.

"It's up to you. You can call me Supreme Elder, Elder Su, or Grandpa Su. Anyway, there are only two Supreme Elders in Yin Valley: my father and I," Su Jinyi, Tianyinzi, said, trying to smooth things over.

"Greetings, Supreme Elder." Xiao Li bowed with clasped hands.

"Hehe, no need to stand on ceremony. Just treat yourself at home in Yin Valley. We don't have many rules in Yin Valley. They're just the old-fashioned ones: don't betray the sect, don't reveal the sect's secret techniques, and don't harm your fellow disciples. It's that simple."

You are an alchemist. You have successfully refined an eighth-grade, four-colored pill at this pill gathering. However, according to Yin'er, it was a bit too difficult. So, don't rush to refine the eighth-grade pill for now.

"Just focus on your cultivation now. I think it will be easier for you to refine eighth-grade pills after you advance to the Dou Zong level. Resources are plentiful in our Yin Valley."

The Heavenly Sound Elder looked at Xiao Li with considerable satisfaction. Currently, there was only one seventh-grade advanced alchemist in the Sound Valley, which was sufficient for cultivating the grassroots and core forces of the Valley.

However, a seventh-grade advanced alchemist is of little use to Elder Tianyin himself, as well as to Tianyinzi and Su Wanyin.

Elder Tianyin's cultivation level is intermediate-level half-saint. It may take him about twenty more years to break through to advanced-level half-saint.

The Heavenly Sound Elder's children are even more talented than him, but his eldest son, Heavenly Sound, was seriously injured by the two old men, leaving him with injuries that prevent him from making further progress.

My daughter, Su Wanyin, has been hindered in her cultivation by being bound by her emotions, and has been stuck at the five-star Dou Zun level for many years. She only recently broke through to the six-star Dou Zun level after resolving her inner conflict. To make up for it, she needs to be nourished by an eighth-grade pill.

The eldest son's injury required an eighth-grade pill, and the daughter's cultivation also required an eighth-grade pill, which gave Elder Tianyin a great headache. He knew all too well the nature of those old guys in the Pill Tower, and he really didn't want to deal with them.

Although the Yin Gu family is large and powerful, those old guys in the Danta are all ruthless. If they were to make a move, it would definitely cause serious damage.

Xiao Li joining the Sound Valley is a big deal. He's an eighth-grade alchemist at the Douhuang level. The Heavenly Sound Elder has never heard of such a heaven-defying existence.

Such a genius, who also had a good relationship with Yin Gu, was allowed to escape. Tianyin Elder felt he might as well just reverse his fighting spirit and die suddenly.

The Heavenly Sound Elder stood up, walked to Xiao Li's side, and patted Xiao Li on the shoulder.

"Hehe, I just didn't expect you to be that brat's disciple back then. How is that kid doing now?" Elder Tianyin asked.

"My teacher was ambushed and almost died a while ago, but luckily I saved him. He should be undergoing a rebirth now, and after breaking through and rebuilding, he should be even stronger than before."

Xiao Li stroked his chin and said, "Why does it seem like my teacher has so many old friends?"

"Oh? Has his Heavenly Yang Body been restored?" Elder Tianyin continued to ask.

Xiao Li: "He should have recovered by now. I helped you undergo Nirvana with two kinds of pills: the Heavenly Yang Blood Dragon Pill and the Yin-Yang Profound Dragon Pill. The Yin-Yang Profound Dragon Pill has the effect of rebuilding after destruction."

In addition, the Heavenly Yang Blood Dragon Pill is specifically designed for the Heavenly Yang Body, so I think it should be able to restore it.

"It would be good if he could recover. If his physique recovers, he would be worthy of Yin'er," said the old man Tianyin, stroking his beard.

"Old man, mind your own business! Or I'll pluck all your beard off!" Su Wanyin said angrily.

This was the first time Xiao Li had ever seen Su Wanyin so irritable; it was clear at a glance that she was possessive of her food.

"Sigh~ A daughter is like a tree that cannot be kept at home. Now that you have resolved your inner conflict, shouldn't you focus on your cultivation? With your talent, you should have reached the Transcendent Dou Zun level long ago, or at the very least, the Nine-Star Dou Zun level."

The old man Tianyin sighed and said that he didn't want to say much about the matter between Wang Ming and Su Wanyin. He had to thank Wang Ming for saving Su Wanyin's life.

"Yi'er, take the Holy Son to the treasure vault in the valley and show him the pill formulas and medicinal herbs that our Yin Valley has collected. After that, take him to Tianyan Mountain and let him break through to the Dou Zong level there."

The old man Tianyin spoke to his eldest son.

"Yes." Tianyinzi nodded, then looked at Xiao Li and smiled, "Holy Son, let's go."

"Okay." Xiao Li followed Tian Yinzi.

After the two left, the old man Tianyin looked at his daughter and sighed: "Yin'er, this is for you. Give it to that boy when you see him in the future."

The old man Tianyin handed a jade box to Su Wanyin.

"What is this?" Su Wanyin opened the jade box, and an extremely rich yang energy emanated from it. "It's actually a Crimson Sun Fruit? It looks to be very old. Father, what is this?"

"It's nothing. Anyway, you've already decided on that kid for life. How could I possibly break them up? That kid has the Heavenly Yang Body and can directly consume such pure Yang substances to improve his cultivation."

"Let him reach the Dou Zun level as soon as possible. Otherwise, it would be too embarrassing for mere Dou Zong to become my son-in-law. That kid is also an alchemist; he'll probably become an eighth-grade alchemist after breaking through to Dou Zun."

The old man Tianyin gazed at the sky and pondered.

"Thanks, Father."

. . . . . .

the other side,

"Holy Son, our Yin Valley has a history of nearly a thousand years and has collected many pill formulas and medicinal materials over the years. Unfortunately, we only have one high-level seventh-grade alchemist in our valley."