Doupo: Marry a Young Doctor and Be Rewarded with Douhuang Cultivation

181: Heading to Savage Town!Thunder Mountain, Xiao Clan.

A spatial vortex silently appeared outside the Xiao Clan’s main hall, and Xiao Ze emerged from it with Cai Lin and Xiao Yi Xian.

Xiao Zhan, who had already received the message, along with several Clan Elders, were already waiting outside the hall.

Upon seeing Xiao Ze’s return, everyone’s faces showed excitement and reverence, and they stepped forward to greet him.

“Ze’er, you’re back!”

Xiao Zhan hurried forward, his eyes filled with relief and pride.

Since Xiao Ze’s sudden rise, leading the Xiao Clan back to its Peak, he, the head of the Xiao Family, had also found things much easier.

“Father.” Xiao Ze nodded slightly, then introduced, “These two are Cai Lin and Xiao Yi Xian.”

Xiao Zhan and the Elders already knew their identities and quickly greeted them with respectful attitudes.

After entering the main hall, Xiao Ze went straight to the point: “Father, Elders, I have returned this time to arrange a few matters.”

He swept his gaze over everyone and said in a deep voice: “First, I am about to head to the Desolate Ancient Domain to search for the Bodhi Ancient Tree. Cai Lin and Xiao Yi Xian will go with me. This journey is perilous, and our return date is uncertain.”

“Clan affairs will still be presided over by you, Father, assisted by the Elders. You must ensure the Clan’s stability and strictly guard against the Hall of Souls or other hostile forces taking the opportunity to provoke us.”

“Understood, Ze’er, don’t worry! With us here, the Xiao Clan will be perfectly safe!”

Xiao Zhan and the Elders responded in unison.

“Second.” Xiao Ze took out several jade talismans from his storage ring and handed them to Xiao Zhan, “These are communication jade talismans I refined with the power of a Dou Saint. If an emergency arises, crush a talisman, and I will sense it immediately and rush back.”

“Additionally, I have infused my power into the Clan’s mountain-protecting formation. Unless a Late Stage Dou Saint powerhouse attacks, it cannot be breached!”

“Ze’er, you’ve gone to great lengths.” Xiao Zhan took the jade talismans, touched in his heart.

“Third.” Xiao Ze’s tone became serious, “Pay close attention to the situation in the Central Plains. Once the news of the Bodhi Ancient Tree’s appearance spreads, it will undoubtedly cause a huge stir.”

“The Hall of Souls and various major forces will all make their moves. What you need to do is hold fast to the Xiao Clan, observe the changes, and not easily get involved in disputes.”

“Understood!”

After arranging the Clan’s affairs, Xiao Ze did not go into seclusion. Instead, he spent a few days thoroughly analyzing the current Central Plains situation with his father and the Elders and deploying countermeasures for some potential threats.

A few days later, Xiao Ze left Thunder Mountain’s Xiao Clan with Cai Lin and Xiao Yi Xian, heading directly to the Barren Ancient Domain.

At the same time, the news of the Bodhi Ancient Tree’s appearance spread like wildfire throughout the entire Central Plains.

“What? The Bodhi Ancient Tree? That’s a supreme treasure that can allow one to become a Saint on the spot!”

“It’s said to have appeared in the Desolate Ancient Domain, hurry and prepare, or you’ll miss your chance!”

“The Hall of Souls, Pill Tower, Burning Flame Valley, and those ancient forces certainly won’t let this opportunity slip by!”

For a time, the entire Central Plains was in an uproar.

Countless powerhouses and Sect forces began to move, converging towards the Desolate Ancient Domain.

Wild Town, as the essential passage into the Ancient Domain, was even more overcrowded, with a dense Qi fluctuation and an invisible tension permeating the air.

When Xiao Ze arrived in Wild Town with Cai Lin and Xiao Yi Xian, it was already packed with people.

Powerful Cultivators were visible everywhere on the streets, and the banners of various major forces fluttered outside the city’s major restaurants and inns.

“It seems this trip to the Desolate Ancient Domain will be very lively.” Cai Lin looked at the bustling street below and said softly.

Xiao Yi Xian also nodded and said: “With so many forces gathered, a major battle is probably inevitable.”

Xiao Ze smiled faintly, a hint of disdain flashing in his eyes: “They are just a bunch of weaklings. As long as the bodhi heart is indeed in the Barren Ancient Domain, no one can stop me.”

He had already sensed through his Emperor Realm Soul that Xiao Yan had arrived.

He led the two women directly towards the city’s largest restaurant, the “Welcoming Guest Tower.”

Inside a private room on the top floor of the Welcoming Guest Tower.

As Xiao Ze pushed open the door, he saw Xiao Yan and the Starfall Pavilion group sitting by the window, discussing something.

“Third Brother! Miss Cai Lin! Miss Xiao Yi Xian!” Seeing the three enter, Xiao Yan quickly got up to greet them.

“Fourth Brother.” Xiao Ze nodded in acknowledgment, then sat down with Cai Lin and Xiao Yi Xian.

As soon as they sat down, Xiao Ze noticed that Xiao Yan and the others looked somewhat solemn, and a hint of oppression hung in the air.

“What’s wrong, Fourth Brother? You all look a bit unwell.” Xiao Ze was the first to ask.

Xiao Yan sighed, rubbed his brow, and said in a deep voice: “Third Brother, we just received some very bad news. According to the information we gathered in town, the first batch of explorers who entered the Desolate Ancient Domain earlier seem to have all perished. Among them, there were even several Dou Zun-level powerhouses.”

“What? All dead?” Cai Lin and Xiao Yi Xian’s expressions also changed slightly upon hearing this.

Dou Zun powerhouses were already major figures in the outside world, yet they had also perished within the Ancient Domain. The danger of this Desolate Ancient Domain was probably far beyond imagination.

Xiao Yan nodded, his tone even more serious: “Yes, and the cause of death is unknown. Some say they encountered powerful ancient Vicious Beasts, while others say they triggered unknown Restrictions deep within the Ancient Domain. In short, this Desolate Ancient Domain is much more terrifying than we imagined.”

“So what do you plan to do?” Xiao Yi Xian asked.

“We discussed it.” Xiao Yan looked at Xiao Ze, “Tomorrow, some of the major forces in town will unite to form a large team to enter the Ancient Domain together. We, Starfall Pavilion, plan to follow behind this large group.”

“The Desolate Ancient Domain is known as a Forbidden Ground for humans, and it must have its peculiarities. Following behind the large group, firstly, we can use their strength to scout the way, and secondly, we can observe the specific situation within the Ancient Domain before making further plans.”

“We cannot rush in blindly like headless chickens, otherwise, the consequences would be unimaginable.”

Xiao Ze listened, his fingers gently tapping the table, but his face showed little emotion.

For others, it was a place of despair, but for him, a Seven-star Dou Saint, the danger level had been greatly reduced. His Emperor Realm Soul could also allow him to perceive most dangers in advance.

However, he also understood Xiao Yan’s concerns. The Disciples of Starfall Pavilion had varying strengths, and rushing in recklessly was indeed too risky.

“Your idea is very sound.” Xiao Ze pondered for a moment and said, “Following behind the large group and observing the situation first is the wisest choice at the moment.”

He paused, then continued: “You can proceed according to your plan. Cai Lin, Xiao Yi Xian, and I will go ahead and enter the Ancient Domain.”

“Third Brother, this…” Xiao Yan was startled, “The Ancient Domain is too dangerous, why don’t we go together? We can look out for each other.”

Xiao Ze waved his hand and smiled: “No need to worry about us. With my current strength, there aren’t many things in this Desolate Ancient Domain that can threaten me.”

“Moreover, by going ahead, we can find the exact location of the Bodhi Ancient Tree more quickly and clear some unnecessary obstacles for you.”

He looked at Xiao Yan, his gaze sharp: “Fourth Brother, remember to protect yourself and the people of Starfall Pavilion. When you enter the depths of the Ancient Domain, if you encounter an unsolvable problem, crush the communication jade talisman I gave you, and I will arrive immediately.”

Xiao Yan looked at Xiao Ze’s confident eyes and knew he was speaking the truth. He nodded heavily: “Okay, Third Brother, then you must be careful! We will meet in the depths of the Ancient Domain!”

“Don’t worry.” Xiao Ze smiled slightly.

Afterward, the group discussed in detail some specifics and contact methods for after entering the Ancient Domain.

Time flew by…