Starting as a supporting character in Doupo

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Upon hearing this, Mu Chen's gaunt face showed a hint of disappointment as he said, "Could it be that even now, Xiao Yan, you still don't intend to tell us the truth?"

Although Mu Chen and the others were worried about the lack of strength behind Xiao Yan, they were even more afraid of following a liar and hypocrite.

I thought Xiao Yan was willing to risk his life to save the clan elders, and that the ten of them were all loyal, righteous, talented, and of excellent character. But I never expected him to be such a liar.

"Seniors, I know you are in a hurry, but please don't rush."

Chapter 47 Alliance, Elder Yao Appears

Looking at the expressions on everyone's faces, Xiao Yan knew they didn't believe what he was saying, so he shook his head and said, "Everyone, what I said just now was not a lie. The reason I still need to find you seniors is because the Yunlan Sect has the support of other forces behind it."

"Support from other forces?"

The few people who had initially been critical of Xiao Yan's exaggerated claims all showed a serious expression after hearing his words.

Since Yunshan took over the Yunlan Sect, they have not underestimated the Yunlan Sect in the slightest. Almost every force has hidden their spies within the Yunlan Sect. They had discovered some clues before, but none of them thought of this possibility.

Now that they heard Xiao Yan say that the Yunlan Sect had the support of other forces, they instantly connected all the clues.

Seeing the dramatic change in Yan Dao, Mu Chen, and the others' expressions, Xiao Yan knew they had figured it out, so he dropped a bombshell: "Gentlemen, I'm afraid you don't know this yet, but Yun Leng and the others from the Yunlan Sect have all reached the Dou Huang realm with the support of their respective forces."

"this!"

Upon hearing this news, not only Yan Dao and Mu Chen, but also Jia Xingtian and Hai Bodong's expressions changed drastically. They knew that the gap between Dou Wang and Dou Huang was not small. If what Xiao Yan said was true, and Yun Leng and the others had reached the Dou Huang realm with the support of the forces behind Yunlan Sect, then the balance of victory would be completely out of control.

"Xiao Yan, you can't just say things like that. Can you guarantee the truthfulness of this information?"

Yan Dao and Mu Chen, who were inside the room, could no longer sit still. They stood up and looked at Xiao Yan with solemn expressions. If Yunlan Sect really had such strength, then their discussion here would be meaningless.

"Of course it's true. However, although they have raised their cultivation level to Dou Huang through some means, their actual strength is still somewhat different from that of a Dou Huang."

Upon hearing this, Mu Chen frowned, clenched his large fists, and said in a low voice, "That's true, but they are still at the Dou Huang realm. Their combat power has long surpassed that of ordinary Dou Wangs."

Seeing their solemn expressions, Xiao Yan couldn't help but comfort them, "Don't worry, seniors, what I just said is true. I currently have nearly ten Dou Huang experts behind me, and several of them are even high-level Dou Huangs or peak Dou Huangs. I have nothing to fear from the Yunlan Sect."

"If what you say is true, even if Yun Ling and the others advance to the Dou Huang level, with the power behind you, it would be enough to quell the Yunlan Sect's counterattack. Why would you come after us?"

Yan Dao did not agree with Xiao Yan's words. Instead, a look of doubt appeared on his face. He said, "If what you said is true, then our power is insignificant. Why did you come to us again?"

After hearing Yan Dao's words, Xiao Yan remained silent for a long time before finally speaking: "I came to you all not because of the Yunlan Sect."

Those present were all seasoned veterans; upon hearing Xiao Yan's words, they immediately realized that since Xiao Yan wasn't worried about the Yunlan Sect, then it could only be...

"Because of the mysterious force behind the Yunlan Sect?"

Hai Bodong looked at Xiao Yan and blurted out the question.

Hearing Hai Bodong's words, Jia Xingtian, Fa Ma, and the others also looked at Xiao Yan, their eyes revealing a hint of doubt.

"Yes."

Upon hearing Hai Bodong's words, Xiao Yan nodded helplessly, a solemn expression on his face.

“I am not worried about the Yunlan Sect. Even if Yunshan has reached the Dou Zong realm, it still cannot change the fate of the Yunlan Sect. What I am worried about is the power behind the Yunlan Sect, which is called the Soul Palace.”

Xiao Yan's gaze swept across the faces of everyone around him, and he said in a serious tone, "You may not have heard of the existence of the Soul Hall, but to sum it up in one sentence, in the Central Continent where powerful people are everywhere, the Soul Hall is a top-level force that no one can provoke."

"Sigh~"

Upon hearing Xiao Yan's words, everyone couldn't help but gasp. The originally spacious room briefly became a vacuum zone as everyone moved.

"If what you say is true, why would such a leading force in the Central Continent support a small Yunlan Sect in this remote Northwest Continent?" Before Yan Dao and Mu Chen could speak, Fa Ma, who had been silent all along, asked instead.

“This…” Xiao Yan hesitated for a moment, then shook his head and said, “This may be related to my master’s background, which is inconvenient to disclose. Please understand.”

Xiao Yan did not mention the existence of the Soul Palace, partly because of the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade in the hands of the Xiao family. After all, this thing was too far-reaching. If Xun'er hadn't told him back at Canaan Academy, he probably wouldn't have known. Such information could not be leaked casually.

Upon hearing Xiao Yan's words, everyone's faces showed a hint of understanding.

In the small city of Wutan in the Jia Ma Empire, figures like Xiao Fan and Xiao Yan have emerged one after another. Even if it's due to their own talents, people had long suspected that there were powerful figures behind them.

Now, we finally got confirmation from Xiao Yan himself.

"So, according to what you've said, since the Soul Palace is so powerful, I'm afraid we're no match for them at all, right?"

Mu Chen sighed. Regardless of whether what Xiao Yan said was true or not, since so many elders of the Yunlan Sect had been forcibly promoted to the Douhuang realm, they had no way to stop the other side, and taking sides was meaningless.

"Not really."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan smiled and shook his head, then looked at Mu Chen and said, "Senior Mu Chen, the Soul Palace is located in Zhongzhou, which is too far away from here. It is impossible for them to send experts above the Dou Zong level. We will naturally deal with the Dou Huang and Dou Zong of the Yunlan Sect, but I'm afraid we will still have to trouble you all to save the elders of my Xiao family and the ordinary disciples of the Yunlan Sect."

Xiao Yan's main purpose in approaching them was to recruit Xing Tian, ​​Hai Bodong, and the Shocking Wave Dragon Beast. After all, only Dou Huang-level experts could influence the outcome of this battle, and even the victory or defeat of Dou Zong-level experts would be the key to determining the final outcome.

“Alright, anyway, the Yunlan Sect is powerful and ambitious now, and it’s impossible for us to continue to live peacefully together. Since that’s the case, we might as well join you and fight them. Otherwise, we’ll probably be destroyed by the Yunlan Sect sooner or later.”

At this moment, Jia Xingtian suddenly spoke up and agreed to Xiao Yan's request.

After all, based on what Xiao Yan had just said, he realized that the current strength of the Yunlan Sect was far beyond what the Jia Ma Royal Family could match. Not to mention that the Jingtao Dragon Beast was now only one-tenth of its original strength, even if it had recovered to its peak state, the Royal Family would still be no match for the Yunlan Sect. In that case, it would be better to take advantage of the present moment to unite with Xiao Yan and the others and resist together. Only in this way would the Royal Family have a glimmer of hope.

Mu Chen and Yan Dao, who were standing to the side, hesitated for a moment when they heard Jia Xingtian's words.

After all, the interests of Yunlan Sect do not align with theirs, and they have all had some friction with Yunlan Sect in the past. They are worried that Yunlan Sect will hold a grudge in the future, which is why they are unwilling to let Yunlan Sect dominate the market.

Yan Dao and Mu Chen exchanged a glance, then saw Hai Bodong and Jia Xingtian standing next to Xiao Yan, and a look of determination flashed across their faces.

Recalling the Soul Palace forces that Xiao Yan mentioned, and considering that even forces like the Soul Palace were targeting Xiao Yan and his group, and thinking about how Xiao Fan, with his Dou Huang strength, was able to escape unscathed from the Dou Zong, a fiery glint flashed across their faces.

The mysterious teacher behind Xiao Yan must have an extraordinary identity, right?

Taking advantage of this opportunity, their family might be able to ride the wave of Xiao Yan's influence and rise to prominence!

"Very well, in that case, my Mu family is willing to lend you a hand."

"Although I am old, my son still has great strength. Although the Yan family does not have as many experts or outstanding strength as the Nalan and Mu families, we can still do our part."

Mu Chen and Yan Dao nodded to Xiao Yan, and then spoke.

Upon hearing their words, Xiao Yan breathed a sigh of relief and a smile appeared on his face.

In fact, Xiao Yan felt that with their current strength, even if there were two Dou Zongs in the Yunlan Sect, they could easily win.

After all, Sister-in-law You Ruo's strength has already reached the three-star Dou Zong level. If my teacher were to give me his power, I could barely raise my strength to the Dou Zong level, and there would be no problem in the fight.

It was only because he was worried about the Soul Palace's mysterious methods that Xiao Yan had been looking for help.

Everyone in the room agreed to Xiao Yan's alliance, leaving only the host of the place, the president of the Alchemist Guild, Fa Ma.

"Don't look at me like that. As the president of the Alchemists' Guild, I would never take such a big risk and gamble with the lives of all the alchemists in the entire Gama Empire. I cannot get involved in your conflict."

Seeing that everyone in the room had turned their attention to him, Fa Ma shook his head with a serious expression and then spoke.

Upon hearing Fa Ma's words, a look of disappointment appeared on Xiao Yan's face.

After all, the Alchemist Guild holds a very special position. If Fa Ma were willing to help them, it would be equivalent to all the alchemists in the entire Gama Empire standing on the opposite side of the Yunlan Sect.

At that time, perhaps even more people will join the ranks of those resisting the Yunlan Sect. Moreover, even if no one joins, the blow to the morale of the Yunlan Sect will still be enormous.

"President Fama..."

Xiao Yan had just opened his mouth, about to try and persuade them further, when he suddenly stopped and fell silent.

Hai Bodong and the others watched Xiao Yan's strange behavior with curiosity. The next moment, a strange fluctuation gradually emanated from Xiao Yan's body.

"teacher......"

Xiao Yan spoke slightly, letting Hai Bodong and the others know the source of this aura.

Noticing the sudden thickening of the air in the room, Hai Bodong and the others understood that this was caused by the opponent's vast soul power compressing the narrow space. They couldn't help but become more curious about the teacher Xiao Yan had mentioned.

The previously calm Fama's emotions fluctuated violently after sensing this vast soul aura.

Chapter 48 Alliance

"teacher......"

As Xiao Yan finished speaking, a vast wave of soul energy emanated from the storage ring in his hand, causing Hai Bodong, Jia Xingtian, and the others to stand frozen in shock. Yan Dao and Mu Chen were even more horrified.

Then, to their astonishment, a strange fluctuation emanated from the storage ring in Xiao Yan's hand, and then condensed into a phantom old man's figure in front of Xiao Yan.

Xiao Yan was taken aback when he saw Yao Lao, who had deliberately exposed himself to everyone.

Hai Bodong and the others already knew from Xiao Yan's address to the mysterious old man that this was the "teacher" Xiao Yan was referring to.

Having just experienced the impact of Elder Yao's vast soul power, they naturally knew that the person before them was an extremely rare powerhouse. However, they did not know his identity, so they all looked at Elder Yao with curiosity.

"Haha, no problem."

Upon hearing Xiao Yan's voice, Yao Lao shook his head kindly, his gaze sweeping over everyone before slowly saying, "Anyway, once we start a war with the Yunlan Sect, my existence will be impossible to hide. I might as well show myself and give everyone some confidence."

Ever since he guessed that the Soul Palace was behind the Yunlan Sect, Xiao Yan had been working tirelessly to ensure Yao Lao's safety. From Wutan City to the Monster Mountain Range, from the Snake-People Clan to the Mittel Family, he had won over every possible powerful figure within the Jia Ma Empire.

Yao Lao witnessed all of this and was deeply moved by Xiao Yan's actions. He felt even more fortunate to have such a disciple as Xiao Yan.

With Xiao Yan's current power, why is he still so humble towards the Mu and Yan families? Isn't it all to ensure his own safety? As his disciple, he has never enjoyed the glory that comes with his status, but has always been hiding. Yao Lao is also holding a grudge.

Anyway, once we get to the Yunlan Sect and face the Soul Hall experts, we won't be able to hide our existence. So it's better to show up now and put the allies at ease.

Seeing Yao Lao nod, Xiao Yan felt a warm current rise in his heart, and an undisguised smile appeared on his face. He said to everyone, "Everyone, this is my master. You can call him Yao Lao. Of course, my master also had another name on the Dou Qi Continent: Venerable Yao."

Upon hearing Xiao Yan's words, everyone instantly lost the ability to control their expressions. They instinctively wanted to refute him, but when they recalled the terrifying soul power in the room just now, they couldn't utter a single word of rebuttal.

"Cough cough..."

"I never expected you to be so secretive." Even Hai Bodong looked at Xiao Yan with a resentful expression. The news Xiao Yan had told him today was more and more shocking than the last.

However, neither the fact that Yun Ling and others had advanced to the Dou Huang realm without anyone noticing, nor the fact that the Soul Hall people behind the Yunlan Sect were as surprising as the news that Xiao Yan casually mentioned at this moment.

Who is the Medicine Master?