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BTTH : The Fallen Genius

“Father, did you call for me?” Xiao Yan stood at the door of the reception hall, looking at his father. Xiao Zhan was about to speak when Nalan Yanran suddenly stood up from her seat, staring at Xiao Yan in astonishment. “You... you are Xiao Yan?!” “Who are you?” Xiao Yan looked at the somewhat familiar young woman, gently tapping his chin as he thought for a moment. Then, his eyes widened as he pointed at her. “Little foodie!!!” “Who’s the little foodie?!!” Upon hearing Xiao Yan’s words, Nalan Yanran’s face immediately turned bright red, full of embarrassment and anger. And at this moment, everyone inside and outside the reception hall was left dumbfounded. Looking at this... do these two youngsters know each other? Just as everyone was filled with doubts, the redness on Nalan Yanran’s face faded, and her expression turned extremely serious. She turned towards Xiao Zhan, cupped her fists, and spoke firmly. “Uncle! Yanran has come today with only one purpose!” Upon hearing Nalan Yanran’s words, Ge Ye immediately reacted, signaling the servants to bring forward the medicinal pills that had been prepared earlier as an apology, while also ready to step in to help. But the next words from Nalan Yanran left him frozen in place. “I hope to marry into the Xiao family immediately! Right now!” ??? In an instant, the entire reception hall fell into silence. Ge Ye’s face was full of confusion as he stared blankly at Nalan Yanran. The Young Mistress? Wasn’t she here to call off the engagement? How did it turn into a wedding proposal??? This is a translation.

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Flame Mantra

Chapter 48: Flame Mantra

"Don't go, Cousin Xiao Yan!!! Mei'er doesn't want you to leave!"

After Xiao Zhan left, Xiao Mei clung tightly to Xiao Yan's back, her voice carrying a sob as she tried to stop him from leaving.

However, Xiao Yan, who would usually comfort Xiao Mei immediately, was unmoved this time, his eyes showing a resolute determination.

This was a decision he had made before the new year, and it would not change for anyone.

Xiao Yu looked at Xiao Yan with a complicated expression and asked softly, "Have you really decided?"

"Mm." Xiao Yan nodded and solemnly looked at Xiao Yu. "I have to go."

If one wishes to proclaim their righteous path to the world, they must first perfect it themselves. If their righteous path has significant flaws that even they cannot accept, how can they preach it? But fixing this flaw is far from something that can be done by mere thought.

He had to experience it personally, feel it firsthand, to see it clearly.

"Is that so..."

Xiao Yu muttered softly, a sigh escaping her heart.

Looking at Xiao Yan's expression, it was clear there was no room for negotiation.

Xiao Yu shrugged lightly, smiling helplessly.

Honestly, although Xiao Yan seemed easygoing most of the time, on certain matters, his determination left no room for anyone to argue. This was the Xiao Yan she knew so well.

"Since you've said so, I won't try to stop you." Xiao Yu spread one hand slightly and said in a soft voice, "But can you delay for a few more days?"

"Why?" Xiao Yan raised an eyebrow slightly. "There shouldn't be much happening with the Xiao family, right?"

Xiao Yan had wanted to go out and train ever since he regained his strength. However, the annual age ceremony and New Year celebrations had kept him occupied. Now that everything had been taken care of, he was finally bringing up his departure.

If anything remained, it was only about cultivation techniques.

But that wasn't an issue either. Thanks to Xiao Yan's insistence, the Dou Qi Pavilion had long been fully open. Any member of the Xiao family could pick techniques whenever they wished, including Xiao Yan, who had planned to choose a technique that very evening before leaving.

Just as Xiao Yan was puzzled, Xiao Yu explained.

"There's nothing much for the Xiao family, but the Jia Nan Academy will be coming here for admissions soon. Why don't you wait until after the admissions process?"

"Yeah, Jia Nan Academy!" Xiao Mei suddenly got excited upon hearing Xiao Yu's words. "Cousin Xiao Yan, join us for the admissions! Maybe then you won't leave!"

Hearing Xiao Mei's words, a trace of hope flickered in Xiao Xun'er's eyes.

But it lasted only a moment before vanishing, replaced by a bitter smile.

Xiao Yan's decision wouldn't waver because of the Jia Nan Academy's reputation.

Indeed, as Xiao Xun'er had thought, Xiao Yan's first reaction upon hearing Xiao Yu's suggestion was to prepare a refusal.

Attending an academy versus traveling to refine his righteous path—Xiao Yan's priorities were clear, even if it was the renowned Jia Nan Academy.

However, just as Xiao Yan was about to decline Xiao Yu's proposal, Yao Chen's voice suddenly echoed in his mind.

(The Jia Nan Academy has a Heavenly Flame. You should go.)

Hearing Yao Chen's words, Xiao Yan frowned slightly.

To be honest, he wasn't particularly eager for a Heavenly Flame, nor did he think it would have a decisive impact on his righteous path.

Still, since Yao Chen had spoken, Xiao Yan wouldn't act willfully. After pondering briefly, he nodded at Xiao Yu.

"Fine, I'll leave after the admissions."

"Great!!!"

Xiao Mei immediately jumped up with joy upon hearing Xiao Yan's reply. However, Xiao Yu and Xiao Xun'er sighed helplessly in their hearts.

He wasn't staying to reconsider but simply leaving after the admissions.

Xiao Yan's words made it clear to both of them: regardless of the admissions outcome, Xiao Yan was determined to leave.

Even so, it wasn't too bad.

Xiao Yu and Xiao Xun'er thought in unison.

If they could keep him for a few more days, it was better than nothing.

"I'll go pack my things first."

Saying this, Xiao Yan waved to the three and returned to his room. After closing the door, he turned slightly and softly called out to the air.

"Teacher."

In response to Xiao Yan's call, Yao Chen's illusionary figure appeared midair. Xiao Yan clasped his hands and respectfully asked, "Teacher, why do you value the Heavenly Flame so much?"

Over the past few days, Yao Chen had occasionally told Xiao Yan about Heavenly Flames, and one thing stood out:

A single body cannot host two Heavenly Flames.

Of course, this wasn't absolute, but Yao Chen herself had admitted that even with her past strength, harboring just one Heavenly Flame was her limit.

If that was the case, Yao Chen shouldn't need the Fallen Heart Flame from the Jia Nan Academy.

Facing her disciple's inquiry, Yao Chen remained silent for a moment.

(Because it will greatly enhance your strength.)

Previously, this would have been Yao Chen's answer.

It was true but concealed her real intentions.

Such deception, Yao Chen now realized, was no different from lying.

Since witnessing the fireworks the previous night, Yao Chen had resolved never to hide anything from Xiao Yan again, let alone deceive him.

She understood that while a Heavenly Flame might aid Xiao Yan's righteous path, it wasn't essential. Moreover, absorbing one was a life-threatening ordeal.

In simple terms, Xiao Yan had no reason to risk his life for a Heavenly Flame.

But she, Yao Chen, needed it! She needed Xiao Yan to risk everything for the Heavenly Flame!

Hovering midair, Yao Chen waved her jade-like hand, and two scrolls, one red and one black, appeared before Xiao Yan.

Then, her stunningly beautiful face turned serious as she looked at Xiao Yan.

"The red scroll is a fire-attribute Earth-tier low-grade technique, Flame Palm."

"The black scroll is a fire-attribute Yellow-tier low-grade technique, Flame Mantra."

Hearing her explanation, Xiao Yan frowned slightly but remained silent.

The techniques' tier difference was vast, so there had to be a secret behind the Flame Mantra.

Yao Chen spoke again.

"Although the two techniques differ greatly in rank, the Flame Mantra is described as capable of evolving into a Heaven-tier technique."

!!!

Xiao Yan's pupils shrank.

An evolving technique?! Unheard of!!!

Though shocked, Xiao Yan didn't doubt Yao Chen's words.

If Yao Chen said so, then it was true.

Suddenly realizing something, Xiao Yan raised an eyebrow and asked, "Teacher, does the technique's evolution involve the Heavenly Flames?"

"Exactly."

Yao Chen nodded and then dropped a bombshell.

"The Flame Mantra evolves by devouring Heavenly Flames!"

(End of Chapter)

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