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Chapter 117 - chapter 117 : Xue Ni's Break Through And Going Back

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After a few more hours, the aura surrounding Xue Ni's room gradually subsided.

Not long afterward, the door slowly opened.

Xue Ni walked out.

The moment she appeared, everyone could clearly sense that her aura had become much stronger and more stable than before.

Without hesitation, she walked toward Xiao Feng and bowed deeply.

"Thank you, Senior Brother Xiao Feng."

Her voice was sincere.

Unlike Xiao Yu, Xue Ni's family background was not particularly powerful.

The strongest member of her family was her father, who was only a Two-Star Dou Grandmaster. Even his advancement had been partly due to the resources Xiao Yu had shared with her over the years, which ultimately came from Xiao Feng's support.

Now, however, everything had changed.

Xue Ni herself had become a Dou Grandmaster at a younger age than her father.

From this point onward, she possessed enough strength to decide her own future.

Her family consisted of only a handful of members that could almost be counted on two hands.

No one would be able to force her into decisions she did not want.

Seeing her gratitude, Xiao Feng simply smiled.

"There is no need to thank me."

"You achieved this through your own efforts."

"Stand up."

Hearing that, Xue Ni nodded and stood up.

Beside them, Xiao Yu suddenly remembered something.

"Oh right!"

She quickly took out the battle dress and weapon set that Xiao Feng had prepared earlier.

"These are yours."

Xue Ni's eyes widened slightly.

She carefully accepted the gifts.

The defensive battle dress looked ordinary on the surface, but after sensing it carefully, she discovered several formations hidden within it.

The weapon was also far superior to anything she had ever owned.

Her heart couldn't help but warm.

"Thank you..."

This time she thanked both Xiao Feng and Xiao Yu.

Liu Fei laughed from the side.

"Looks like another person has become spoiled by Senior Brother Xiao Feng."

Even Ruo Ling nodded in agreement.

"His gifts are always too generous."

Xiao Feng could only shake his head helplessly.

After everyone chatted for a while longer, they shared dinner together before returning to their rooms to rest.

The next morning arrived quickly.

For the next three days, Xiao Feng continued personally training Xiao Yu, Liu Fei, Ruo Ling, and Xue Ni.

Whether it was combat techniques, battle awareness, cultivation control, or practical experience, all four women improved rapidly under his guidance.

Time passed surprisingly quickly.

Before anyone realized it, the day of departure had arrived.

Knowing Xiao Feng would soon return to the Inner Academy, everyone felt somewhat reluctant.

Before he left, Ruo Ling stepped forward carrying several jade bottles and scrolls.

"I heard from Xiao Yu that you liked that wine."

"So I searched for the recipe."

"I also found several other famous recipes that are popular ."

Xiao Feng accepted them with surprise.

"You actually went through that much trouble?"

Ruo Ling smiled softly.

"Compared to everything you've done for us, this isn't much."

Xiao Feng nodded and stored everything inside his ring.

As departure time drew closer, Xiao Yu finally walked forward.

Without caring about anyone watching, she directly wrapped her arms around Xiao Feng.

The hug lasted a long time.

Ten minutes.

Twenty minutes.

Almost half an hour.

Only then did she reluctantly let go.

"I'll definitely enter the Inner Academy next year."

"You better not forget me."

Xiao Feng laughed.

"How could I?"

"I'll be waiting."

Only after hearing that answer did Xiao Yu finally smile.

Nearby, Ruo Ling silently watched.

At the same time, calculations were already forming in her mind.

With the Earth Rank cultivation technique, the Three Lines Green Spirit Pill, the Purple Heart Barrier Breaking Pill, and the cultivation resources Xiao Feng had provided, she estimated she could reach Six-Star Dou Grandmaster within two months.

After stabilizing her cultivation, she could continue advancing until she reached Peak Dou Grandmaster.

Then, after consolidating her foundation for few more months, she could use the Dou Spirit Break Pill.

If everything went smoothly, she might become a Dou Spirit within half a year.

Once that happened, she would qualify for promotion to a Profound Rank Instructor.

More importantly—

She could apply for transfer to the Inner Academy.

Thinking of that possibility, a faint smile appeared on her face.

Before leaving, Xiao Feng also handed a storage ring to Xiao Yu.

"Give these to the Xiao Clan members when you return."

"There are cultivation resources, pills, and some useful items inside."

Xiao Yu nodded.

"I'll make sure they receive them."

Afterward, Xiao Feng turned toward Xue Ni.

After learning about her family's situation over the past few days, he had already thought of a solution.

"Xue Ni."

"I have two suggestions for your family."

Xue Ni immediately became serious.

"What are they?"

"The first option is moving to Wu Tan City and joining the Xiao Clan's territory."

"The second option is relocating to Fire City in the Black-Corner Region."

Everyone became interested.

Xiao Feng continued explaining.

"Wu Tan City is safer."

"Life will be more stable there."

"The Xiao Clan can also provide protection and resources."

"But growth will be slower."

"Fire City is different."

"The Black-Corner Region is dangerous."

"But opportunities there are much greater."

"Anyone who joins now will become one of Fire City's earliest members."

"There will be more responsibilities, but also greater rewards."

Xue Ni listened carefully.

Both choices had advantages and disadvantages.

After a moment of thought, she nodded.

"I'll discuss it with my family first."

"But honestly..."

"I'm leaning toward Fire City."

Liu Fei immediately laughed.

"That sounds exactly like you."

"You always choose the dangerous option."

Xue Ni rolled her eyes.

"And you always choose the option that follows Senior Brother Xiao Feng."

The courtyard instantly filled with laughter.

Even Xiao Feng couldn't help smiling.

Soon afterward, it was finally time to leave.

Under everyone's reluctant gazes, Xiao Feng prepared to return to the Inner Academy while the others watched him depart, each carrying their own goals and determination for the future.

After saying their farewells, Xiao Feng and Liu Fei left the Outer Academy together.

They soon arrived at the Flying Magical Beast resting area.

A clear eagle cry echoed through the sky.

Shriek!

A few moments later, the Lightning Blue Eagle descended from the clouds.

Compared to before, its body had become much larger and more imposing.

After advancing to the Fifth Tier, its feathers shone with faint lightning patterns, giving it an extraordinary appearance.

The eagle lowered its head respectfully toward Xiao Feng.

Xiao Feng gently patted its neck.

"Looks like you've grown stronger again."

The Lightning Blue Eagle happily rubbed its head against him.

Liu Fei watched the scene with admiration.

"Senior Brother Xiao Feng, even magical beasts like you."

Xiao Feng laughed.

"Perhaps."

Soon afterward, the two boarded the eagle and flew toward the Inner Academy.

After passing through the academy checkpoint, they finally arrived at the Fire Faction's territory.

The moment Xiao Feng appeared, many Fire Faction members immediately noticed him.

"Boss is back!"

"Senior Brother Xiao Feng has returned!"

"Greetings, Chief!"

Respectful voices continuously sounded throughout the courtyard.

Many members stopped what they were doing and greeted him.

Xiao Feng nodded in response while walking through the faction grounds.

Beside him, Liu Fei looked around.

The disciplined atmosphere and the admiration in everyone's eyes once again reminded her of Xiao Feng's influence within the Inner Academy.

After reaching the central courtyard, Liu Fei suddenly stopped.

"Senior Brother Xiao Feng."

Xiao Feng turned toward her.

"What is it?"

Liu Fei smiled.

"I think I'll start closed-door cultivation."

"The resources you gave me are enough for me to advance quickly."

"I want to reach the Dou Spirit class within a few months."

Xiao Feng nodded approvingly.

"That's a good decision."

"Don't rush your foundation."

"Take each step steadily."

Liu Fei immediately nodded.

"I know."

After a brief hesitation, she added,

"Can I also get some pills to suppress and recover from Fire Poison?"

"I plan to spend most of my time cultivating inside the Sky Burning Qi Refining Tower."

Hearing that, Xiao Feng directly handed her several jade bottles.

"These are enough to suppress Fire Poison for nearly two months."

"Use them carefully."

Liu Fei happily accepted them.

"Thank you, Senior Brother Xiao Feng."

After saying goodbye, she immediately headed toward Liu Qing's residence.

A few minutes later—

Inside the Liu Clan members' courtyard.

Liu Qing had only returned from the Sky Burning Qi Refining Tower yesterday.

The moment he saw Liu Fei approaching with a bright smile, his face lit up.

"My little sister came to see me?"

"Did you miss your brother?"

Liu Qing immediately felt touched.

Unfortunately—

His happiness lasted only a few seconds.

Liu Fei sat down directly in front of him.

"Brother."

"I need your Fire Energy."

Liu Qing froze.

"..."

Liu Fei continued smiling sweetly.

"I've decided to enter closed-door cultivation."

"I need a lot of Fire Energy."

"So please support your lovely little sister."

Liu Qing's expression instantly stiffened.

The emotional reunion he imagined shattered immediately.

A black line appeared across his forehead.

"So..."

"You came here just to rob me?"

Liu Fei blinked innocently.

"How can that be called robbery?"

"It's support from an elder brother."

Liu Qing looked at her happy face and could only smile bitterly.

After all, she was his sister.

With a helpless sigh, he transferred a large portion of his Fire Energy card balance to her.

"There."

"Happy now?"

Liu Fei checked the amount.

Her smile became even brighter.

However—

A few seconds later, she frowned.

"It still isn't enough."

Liu Qing suddenly had a bad feeling.

A very bad feeling.

Before he could react—

Liu Fei had already turned around and walked toward the nearby Liu Clan members' residences.

Not long afterward—

Shouts began echoing throughout the area.

"Cousin! Support my cultivation!"

"Hand over some Fire Energy!"

"Don't run!"

"You owe your beautiful cousin some support!"

One after another, Liu Clan members suffered unexpected visits.

Some tried to escape.

Some attempted negotiations.

Others tried reasoning with her.

Unfortunately—

None of it worked.

Under Liu Fei's cheerful smile and relentless persistence, Fire Energy continuously changed owners.

By evening—

Liu Fei finally returned.

Looking at the massive amount of Fire Energy stored on her card, she nodded in satisfaction.

Meanwhile—

The exhausted Liu Clan members gathered together.

Including Liu Qing.

Every one of them wore a helpless expression.

One cousin sighed.

"She's become even more terrifying."

Another nodded.

"Ever since she started following Senior Brother Xiao Feng, she's become smarter."

Liu Qing rubbed his forehead.

"Forget it."

"At least she's using it for cultivation."

The others could only nod bitterly.

Meanwhile, Liu Fei had already entered the Sky Burning Qi Refining Tower with a determined expression.

This time—

She intended to break through to the Dou Spirit realm as quickly as possible.

After all—

She did not want to be left too far behind by the person she admired most.

Back at the Fire Faction headquarters, Xiao Feng had originally planned to spend the next few days quietly cultivating and handling faction affairs.

Every morning, he followed his usual routine—cultivation, refining pills, checking on the city's development reports, and occasionally guiding some of the Fire Faction members in their training.

Everything was peaceful.

At least, it was peaceful until a group of Fire Faction members rushed into the courtyard with strange expressions.

"Faction Leader!"

"Something terrible has happened!"

Xiao Feng slowly opened his eyes from cultivation and asked calmly,

"What happened?"

The members exchanged glances before one of them spoke.

"It's Senior Sister Liu Fei..."

"Liu Fei?"

Xiao Feng blinked.

"What happened to her?"

The member swallowed before replying.

"Senior Sister Liu Fei has gone crazy!"

Another member quickly added,

"She's robbing people!"

"Especially members of the Liu Family!"

"She's taking all their Fire Energy!"

Hearing this, Xiao Feng nearly choked on the tea he had just taken.

"Cough—"

"What?"

The members nodded repeatedly.

"It's true!"

"Everyone in the Inner Academy is talking about it."

"Senior Sister Liu Fei is challenging every Liu Family member she can find."

"And after defeating them, she's taking all their Fire Energy."

"She even calls it 'family support for cultivation.'"

The corner of Xiao Feng's mouth twitched.

For a moment, he truly didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

He could already imagine the scene.

Liu Fei standing proudly with her spear.

Her cousins crying.

And Liu Fei happily collecting Fire Energy from every single one of them.

One of the Fire Faction members continued.

"Not only that..."

"She specifically targets Liu Family members first."

"Then she challenges other students she knows."

"Her reason is that she wants to break through to Dou Spirit as soon as possible."

Another member scratched his head.

"Some people are already calling her the Fire Energy Bandit."

The entire courtyard became silent.

Then—

"Hahahaha!"

Xiao Feng couldn't hold it anymore and burst into laughter.

The surrounding members stared blankly.

Their faction leader was actually laughing.

After calming down slightly, Xiao Feng rubbed his forehead helplessly.

"That girl..."

He already knew exactly why Liu Fei was doing this.

After receiving Earth Rank techniques, precious pills, and a clear cultivation path, she had become completely motivated.

Apparently, her motivation had become a little too strong.

At this moment, Xiao Feng almost felt sorry for Liu Qing.

Poor fellow had probably become Liu Fei's first victim.

Thinking of Liu Qing's bitter expression, Xiao Feng couldn't help smiling again.

"Forget it."

"Since she's not breaking academy rules, let her continue."

"Just tell the members not to provoke her."

The Fire Faction members immediately nodded.

"Understood, Faction Leader."

After they left, the courtyard became quiet once again.

Xiao Feng leaned back in his chair and looked toward the distant sky.

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