On the way to Wutan City, Nalan Su, who now looked young and dashing, asked his father beside him,
"Father, I heard that the Xiao family has recently produced a prodigy, and that genius is even cultivating while still in the womb. Do you think this news is true or false?"
At the forefront of the group, Nalan Jie, the true patriarch of the Nalan family, who was now walking with a vigorous stride, chuckled and said,
"What, are you comparing yourself now that you know Yanran will be born in a few months, and you've heard this news?"
"Cough, cough, Father, you guessed it right,"Nalan Su awkwardly coughed twice after being called out.
Nalan Jie continued to walk with his hands behind his back, pondering,
"It's not impossible for a child to have cultivation while still in the fetal stage. It's likely that the mother took some specially made pills during pregnancy, but those pills would have to be at least sixth-grade pills… Even Gu He would find it difficult to refine such pills now, so how could the Xiao family have them?"
Their perspective was naturally beyond that of the Xiao family in Wutan City. However, they were even more aware that the Xiao family didn't have any high-level alchemists. But if it were false, such baseless rumors would be exposed within three days. The fact that it hadn't been exposed yet could only mean that the news was at least 80% true!
Thinking this, Nalan Jie turned to the accompanying elders of the Yunlan Sect and asked,
"Elders of the Yunlan Sect, have you heard of such a story where a fetus can cultivate while still in the womb?"
The accompanying Great Dou Master Elder Ge Ye of the Yunlan Sect shook his head and said,
"No, even in our Yunlan Sect, I've never heard of such an absurd thing. But seeing is believing! Once we arrive at the Xiao family, we'll know for sure."
This statement made everyone in the group nod in agreement.
"But if it's true… then the genius born in the Xiao family this time will be truly extraordinary!"Nalan Jie also looked up and said.
Another day passed, and today, the Xiao residence was filled with a festive atmosphere. The kitchen stove was operating at full capacity, and the aroma of food wafted out from time to time.
In the main hall of the Xiao residence, Xiao Zhan, accompanied by his wife and all the current elders of the Xiao family, warmly welcomed the guests who had come from afar.
"Xiao Zhan, the current patriarch of the Xiao family, greets the esteemed guests from the Nalan family and the Yunlan Sect!"
"Haha, where is that old ghost Xiao? Is he still recuperating?"Nalan Jie smiled and nodded, scanning the hall but not sensing a familiar presence, so he inquired about his old friend.
Hearing this, a trace of sadness flashed across Xiao Zhan's face as he shook his head and said,
"My father… has already passed away…"
"What!"
Upon hearing this, a look of regret and remorse immediately appeared on Nalan Jie's face.
The surrounding air began to churn due to the unstable emotions of the Dou Wang powerhouse.
After letting out a long sigh, Nalan Jie also expressed deep regret,
"Old Ghost Xiao! I originally planned to come and reunite with you as soon as I broke through to Dou Wang…"
"I didn't expect to be too late…"After saying this, Nalan Jie, who had previously seemed robust and middle-aged, suddenly slumped into his chair, remaining silent for a long time.
Nalan Su, standing beside him, naturally noticed his father's state of reminiscence and dared not disturb him. He quickly changed the subject.
"This must be Madam Xiao… You look so well, it's hard to believe you're pregnant."
Nalan Su congratulated Madam Xiao with a clasped fist, though he couldn't help but feel a bit astonished inside.
His own wife was also pregnant, but her cultivation and physical condition were much better than Madam Xiao's, and she had been nourished with many elixirs.
Yet, she remained confined to her home, her health so frail that she could only wait for the birth of Yanran.
This might be due to Yanran's exceptional talent, but seeing Madam Xiao in such high spirits was truly unheard of for the Nalan family.
Hearing someone address her, Madam Xiao smiled and said,
"You flatter me, it's all thanks to the child in my womb. Otherwise, it really is!"
After hearing this, the people from the Nalan family and the Yunlan Sect were all taken aback.
They then keenly noticed that the Dou Qi in the air seemed to be gathering towards Madam Xiao's belly, intentionally or not.
Is this really cultivation?Elder Ge Ye from the Yunlan Sect, standing nearby, curiously asked,
"Madam Xiao, would you mind if I take a look at the condition of the child in your womb?"
Hearing this, both Xiao Zhan and Madam Xiao slightly furrowed their brows.
This request was somewhat intrusive.
Previously, when physicians and alchemists wanted to examine the condition of a pregnant woman's child, it was for the safety of the child, with good intentions.
But what is the purpose of a Yunlan Sect elder making such a request? To spy on the child's current strength?
Nalan Su, standing beside them, was somewhat speechless.
"We, as the in-laws, haven't even made such a request yet, how come you're the first to bring it up?"
But considering the other party was from the Yunlan Sect, Madam Xiao stepped forward to ease Xiao Zhan's worries.
"Then we'll trouble this elder."
Ge Ye nodded, seemingly oblivious to the offensiveness of his request, and grasped Madam Xiao's wrist.
He then sent his Dou Qi, like a swimming dragon, swiftly probing into Madam Xiao's belly.
However, this scene was naturally noticed by Xiao Chong inside Madam Xiao's womb.
"Just when I thought my mother's Dou Qi wasn't enough to absorb, you've come offering more, so I'll take it all!"
"Zhou Tian Yun Zhuan Jue, activate!"
At this moment, Ge Ye, who had just sent his Dou Qi into Xiao Mu's belly, suddenly changed his expression.
The Dou Qi he had just sent into the pregnant woman's body had been completely devoured?! Not only that, but even the Dou Qi within his own body was now being absorbed by Xiao Chong.
In an instant, Ge Ye's face turned pale.
Grabbing Xiao wrist, he cried out in panic,
"Quick... let go!"