pdf-ebookys 273. The hospitality was impeccable.
273. The hospitality was impeccable.
When Mu Qingluan saw the person who had arrived, she smiled easily: "Brother Jin, you came back because you missed home. Aren't you happy to see you?"
The newcomer looked at Mu Qingluan with a hint of doting affection and said, "Who would dare not welcome our Heavenly Phoenix Clan's little genius home? And who is this person next to you?"
In fact, the person who came had already noticed Xiao Yan immediately. A human who could walk in the void must have the strength of a Dou Zong.
If Mu Qingluan hadn't been there, he probably would have already prepared to fight, and Xiao Yan's appearance was indeed quite young.
"My name is Xiao Yan, a member of the Starfall Pavilion."
Xiao Yan looked at the person before him. On the surface, he appeared to be only slightly older than himself, but magical beasts have a much longer lifespan than humans, so one cannot judge a book by its cover. Although he was a magical beast in human form, he possessed a rather refined air. The aura emanating from him was also at the level of a Seven-Star Dou Zong. The four people following him also possessed the strength of Dou Huang, and it seemed they were only responsible for patrolling. Such a foundation of strength was indeed unmatched by the Four Directions Pavilion.
"He's still my senior brother," Mu Qingluan added.
Upon hearing this, the visitor simply bowed and said, "I am Mu Jin of the Tianluan Clan."
Among the human forces, the relationship between the Starfall Pavilion and the Heavenly Phoenix Clan is quite good. Knowing that Xiao Yan comes from the Starfall Pavilion, Mu Jin's attitude is even better. Beasts are more direct than humans, and with the Wind Venerable's disciple possessing such strength, it is natural that he can gain the respect of the Heavenly Phoenix Clan.
Although Mu Jin knew that Venerable Feng had never taken on any disciples before, since it was Mu Qingluan who said it, there was no need to question it.
Mu Qingluan then asked, "Brother Jin, is my grandfather free right now?"
Mu Jin shook his head and said, "Elder Xinyuan is discussing the Young Phoenix Pool with the other members of the clan. He probably won't be free right now, but it looks like it will be over soon."
Then Mu Jin said to Xiao Yan, "Brother Xiao Yan, your arrival is just in time. Three days from now is a big day for my Tianluan Clan. Very few humans from my Tianluan Clan come here, so you must come to witness the ceremony."
Xiao Yan nodded and said, "With such a warm invitation, I'd like to join in the fun."
"Since he is Qingluan's senior brother, he is also an honored guest of my Tianluan Clan. I will have Qingluan show Brother Xiao Yan around later."
After exchanging pleasantries, Mu Jin left directly. Xiao Yan asked curiously, "What is the Heavenly Phoenix Clan doing on this important day?"
Mu Qingluan said mysteriously, "This is one of the most important ceremonies of our Tianluan Clan. You'll understand when you see it."
Then Mu Qingluan led Xiao Yan to the outside of a grand hall, where four members of the Tianluan Clan were guarding the place. Seeing the scene before them, Mu Qingluan had no choice but to lead Xiao Yan back to the back of the hall.
Upon arriving at a pavilion, Mu Qingluan pushed open the door and entered. Xiao Yan glanced around; although the craftsmanship wasn't as refined as human work, the pavilion was exceptionally well-maintained and spacious. He even sensed a small herb garden behind the pavilion. The fact that the owner of such a residence in the Tianluan Clan spoke volumes about her status.
Mu Qingluan said to Xiao Yan, "Senior brother, please make yourself at home. We don't have any maids to serve you here."
Xiao Yan knew that Mu Qingluan was joking with him again, so he just waved his hand casually.
This pavilion belongs to Mu Qingluan's grandfather, Mu Xinyuan, one of the five Dou Zun powerhouses of the Tianluan Clan.
Venerable Feng and Mu Xinyuan were quite good friends. It was because of Mu Xinyuan's presence that Venerable Feng felt at ease letting Xiao Yan come to the Tianluan Clan alone.
Xiao Yan had also keenly sensed human presence outside the hall. He hadn't expected to find other humans besides himself within the Heavenly Phoenix Clan. According to Venerable Feng, while the Heavenly Phoenix Clan was generally united, it wasn't truly a monolithic entity.
"I just hope these people won't interfere with my obtaining the magic core," Xiao Yan thought to himself.
Despite her words, Mu Qingluan still presented Xiao Yan with a plate of glistening, dew-kissed fruits. Xiao Yan immediately recognized them as freshly picked Qingqiu Fruits. Qingqiu Fruits were quite valuable, needed for several Rank 6 pills, but their energy was relatively mild, so consuming them directly was not a problem.
Xiao Yan casually picked up two, took a small bite, and the flesh instantly burst in his mouth, releasing a refreshing sweetness that was as pure as a mountain spring and as refreshing as morning dew. The Dou Qi contained within the flesh flowed slowly with the sweet juice, permeating his entire body, allowing Xiao Yan to feel a slightly warm sensation circulating within him. At this moment, Xiao Yan felt his taste buds were thoroughly satisfied.
"This fruit is quite special," Xiao Yan said. As an alchemist, he naturally knew that ordinary Qingqiu fruits didn't taste this good.
Seeing Xiao Yan's expression, Mu Qingluan said proudly, "Isn't it delicious? Only our Tianluan Clan has this kind of Qingqiu Fruit."
Xiao Yan picked up two more and put them in his mouth to savor them. He then noticed that the energy contained in these Qingqiu Fruits had undergone subtle and imperceptible changes, making them easier to digest than ordinary ones.
Xiao Yan then gave a thumbs up and praised, "To be able to cultivate the Azure Autumn Fruit to this extent is truly remarkable."
To achieve this level of skill is definitely not the result of natural growth; it must be the result of specialized cultivation. And the fact that the person capable of this is actually a magical beast is quite surprising to Xiao Yan.
Just then, a voice rang out: "Girl, you know to come home today? Come on, let Grandpa see if you've lost weight."
An old man strode into the pavilion. Xiao Yan glanced at him and saw that the old man had white hair and beard, but his movements showed no signs of old age. He was tall and strong, a whole size bigger than Xiao Yan himself. His face was deep and wrinkled with the years, but at this moment, one could tell that the old man was genuinely happy.
Mu Qingluan jumped directly in front of the old man, stuck out her tongue slightly, and said, "Grandpa, I came back specifically to see you."
"I knew you must have something on your mind when you got home." Although he said that, Mu Xinyuan still showed a gentle smile, his eyes full of affection for Mu Qingluan.
"Junior Xiao Yan of Xingyun Pavilion greets Elder Xinyuan." Xiao Yan also took the initiative to step forward and bow.
Mu Xinyuan glanced at Xiao Yan and then looked away. Xiao Yan sensed that Mu Xinyuan was probing his strength, but he was no longer deliberately pretending as he had been in the Wind and Thunder Mountains.
"Where did Feng Xian hide such a treasure like you? He didn't even keep it from me."