BTTH: The Legend Of Xiu Emperor

The next day, Yun Xiu was practicing boxing in the courtyard. His boxing skills appeared extremely ordinary, but when infused with Dou Qi, they held the power to destroy the world.

This punch was a heaven-rank fighting skill, the Silent Fist. With one punch, the world would return to silence, showcasing how terrifying this technique was.

After completing a set of boxing moves, Yun Xiu noticed a slender figure standing at the gate. The figure was none other than Xiao Yu.

Xiao Yu seemed to have specially dressed up today. Her eyes resembled autumn water, her eyebrows like distant ink. Her delicate face was white and crystalline, radiating a captivating luster. Her hair was smooth, and the pink dress she wore exuded an air of transcendence and detachment.

When Yun Xiu finished his practice, Xiao Yu took the initiative to step inside. In truth, she had been there for a while but chose not to disturb him as he trained.

Yun Xiu, however, had known about Xiao Yu's presence long before. Since he hadn't finished his routine, it wasn't convenient to stop and invite her in.

As for why this woman came to see him, Yun Xiu had no idea.

When Xiao Yu entered the courtyard, she sat directly on the stone bench next to the stone table. She stared at Yun Xiu for a few seconds before finally saying, "Do you still remember me, pervert?"

"I remember," Yun Xiu replied, rather embarrassed.

The entire situation had been a misunderstanding, but Yun Xiu knew it was pointless to explain. No matter how he explained it, it wouldn't change the fact that he seemed like a hooligan.

Would anyone believe he had no choice? That it was some strange coincidence?

Of course not.

In the other party's eyes, he was simply a rogue drawn to beauty. Explaining would only seem like a cover-up, so Yun Xiu chose not to bother.

"As long as you remember, that's good."

Xiao Yu nodded slightly. In her opinion, admitting it was sufficient. What she feared was the possibility of him denying it entirely.

"My name is Xiao Yu. What's yours?"

Although Xiao Yu already knew Yun Xiu's name from others, she wanted to hear it directly from him.

"Yun Xiu," he replied.

Xiao Yu looked at him seriously and said, "I will remember you. I will also remember everything you've done before."

"I'm sorry," Yun Xiu said apologetically, feeling ashamed.

Xiao Yu's gaze softened, and she suddenly said, "I don't mind."

"Um?" Yun Xiu looked at Xiao Yu, surprised.

Xiao Yu met his gaze, then changed the subject. "I don't mind. Just be responsible for me."

"Impossible." Yun Xiu stepped back, alarmed.

How could he be responsible for Xiao Yu? Impossible.

He was too young, and besides, he had only accidentally touched her once. It was absurd to talk about responsibility at this point.

(TL/N: Pokémon: Gotta catch 'em all.)

Moreover, Yun Xiu was already engaged, and it was impossible for him to have another woman besides Xiao Xun'er. At least, not openly.

When he left home, he always remembered his father's advice, as well as the drawbacks of his cultivation technique which basically means:

Don't lose your virginity unless you become a Dou Di.

What were the drawbacks of losing his virginity? Yun Xiu didn't know, nor did he want to find out. At his current pace of cultivation, he was destined to become a Dou Di in less than 30 years.

Xiao Yu frowned slightly, feeling disappointed. Her earlier comment had been a test, but Yun Xiu's reaction made it clear there was no hope.

"Humph..." Xiao Yu snorted coldly and walked away.

Yun Xiu watched her leave, shaking his head. "What's going on? Looks like I can't stay in the Xiao family much longer."

---

Half a month later, Xiao Yu hadn't come to see him, nor had Yun Xiu sought her out. During this time, Yun Xiu spent his days with Xiao Xun'er.

Xiao Xun'er had initially planned to focus on her cultivation. However, upon learning Yun Xiu wouldn't stay long and would leave soon, she decided to spend as much time as possible with him.

After all, Xiao Xun'er didn't know when they would meet again.

Meanwhile, Xiao Yan had been practicing even harder, possibly due to Nalan Yanran's earlier humiliation. In just half a month, Xiao Yan successfully condensed his Dou Cyclone and became a Dou Zhe.

The elders of the Xiao family, including Xiao Zhan, praised him as the hope for the family's rise.

Xiao Yan was even hailed as the greatest genius of the century, with the potential to become a Dou Huang.

The Xiao family celebrated Xiao Yan's success with a grand banquet, making his name famous throughout Wutan City.

When Yun Xiu heard the news, he paid little attention. To him, Xiao Yan was just a Dou Zhe, someone he could crush effortlessly.

However, since Xiao Yan was his relative and fellow villager, Yun Xiu chose to let it be.

---

Today, Yun Xiu decided to leave the Xiao family—or rather, Wutan City.

Xiao Xun'er's eyes were filled with reluctance. She looked at Yun Xiu and said, "Brother Xiu'er, will you come to see me again?"

"I will," Yun Xiu replied, gently rubbing her head. His gaze held a trace of sadness.

This time, Yun Xiu would spend over two years gaining experience before returning to the Soul Clan to compete for the position of young clan leader.

Although many elders supported him and he held the young clan leader's token, the competition still required adherence to the clan's rules.

The Soul Clan respected strength, and its supreme law hadn't changed.

Xiao Xun'er hugged Yun Xiu tightly and said, "Brother Xiu'er, promise me you'll never take off your mask, no matter what."

"Alright. Brother Xiu'er will protect his mask and never let it fall," Yun Xiu assured her.

"Promise me, okay? Wait for me, okay?" Xiao Xun'er said earnestly. "When I grow up, I want to be your bride."

"Alright," Yun Xiu nodded. "When you grow up, I'll promise you a red dress, and I'll never leave you. I swear."

"Then let's make a pinky promise!" Xiao Xun'er extended her hand.

"Okay," Yun Xiu said, hooking her pinky with his.

"We'll make a promise and stick to it for a hundred years..."