Battle Through The Heavens Season 5
Ch. 48 - Peace After Great Competition

Xiao Yan slowly walked on a small path with trees within the academy. He narrowed his eyes and did not care much about the hot gaze that shot out from around him. Ever since he became the champion of the Qualifying Competition two days ago, this kind of gaze accompanied Xiao Yan. At first, he was a little frustrated. However, as time passed, he could only act stiff as if he was ignoring them. He had no choice about this. After all, their eyes were not under his control.

Today was already two days after the Qualifying Competition was completed. During these two days, not only had Xiao Yan fully recovered from the injuries he received during the competition, but his strength had also been fully stable at the six star Da Dou Shi level. His condition was such that he was basically always in top condition. Dou Qi circulated endlessly within his body like flood water, causing a comfortable feeling to seep out from his entire body.

According to the rules of the academy, the top fifty disciples of the Qualifying Competition should start preparing to enter the Inner Academy within seven days after the end of the Qualifying Competition. As for Xiao Yan and the others in the top five, they could choose the time to enter the academy's ‘Book’ Collection Hall in these seven days. They have the qualifications to rely on their luck to choose something that belongs to them as a reward.

Xiao Yan was also very interested in that mysterious ‘’ Book Collection Hall, which even Xun Er constantly remembered. However, the top five people who could enter, according to the rules, had to enter at the same time. However, Bai Shan, Hu Jia, and Wu Hao, were still lying in the clinic. Based on what he heard from Lu Mu, the three of them could forget about walking up to three to five days of rest. While Lu Mu was saying these words, the gaze that Lu Mu used to give Xiao Yan was rather strange and filled with happiness. Clearly, he thought that lucky when he fought with Xiao Yan, this fellow did not go crazy and beat him to such a miserable state. As someone from the Alchemist Department, the hardships Bai Shan and the other two had experienced over these past two days were something he had witnessed clearly with his own eyes.

"I want to know what exactly is in ‘Buku’ collection hall. Hopefully, I can find something suitable for myself." Warm sunlight passed through the gaps between the tree branches, shining down on Xiao Yan's body as he muttered in hope.

"Old cousin Xiao Yan."

While Xiao Yan's footsteps were walking at a steady pace, a somewhat timid voice suddenly sounded from in front of him. Xiao Yan's footsteps stopped when he heard that voice. He opened his narrowed eyes and looked forward, only to see a group of agile and beautiful young women. Among this group of young women, Xiao Mei was clustered like a moon surrounded by stars. To be honest, with Xiao Mei's appearance, she could be considered among the elites, even in this academy. This was a young man, who had used less than ten days to raise his reputation to the top within this academy, where countless talented individuals gathered.

"Wow, Xiao Mei, is she really your cousin? He walked over, walked over ..." Beside Xiao Mei, the young women were staring at Xiao Yan, who was slowly walking over. Redness involuntarily and quickly appeared on their faces. They pulled Xiao Mei as they gently shouted somewhat excitedly.

The reputation that Xiao Yan currently possessed within the Jia Nan Academy had basically surpassed Bai Shan in the past. Previously, his one-on-three actions had been enjoyed by many disciples. As they repeatedly discussed the event with each other, Xiao Yan's position quickly increased among the many disciples. This, other than the fact that Xiao Yan's face also belonged to a delicate and handsome class, although not very handsome, and his face often contained a warm smile, she said, it resulted in many young women winking at him during these two short days. A man who had strength was filled with charm.

When Xiao Yan's reputation rose in the academy, it also caused his original reputation to be extremely thorny, which had been circulated because he had taken two years' leave, becoming synonymous with possessing a large number of characters.

Young people are like this too. If it's someone they like and respect, they would all try their best to ignore or correct any flaws he had in the past and do their best to make him the most perfect person in their hearts. Xiao Yan currently did not give any explanation but his bad reputation of ditching the class for two years had been twisted into "full of character …"

Xiao Yan slowly walked towards the somewhat agitated Xiao Mei. He smiled and nodded towards her before stopping in front of her. He carelessly chatted a little with her while smiling. After which, he passed by Xiao Mei.

Although Xiao Yan's face was warm and had a smile, Xiao Mei still felt something foreign from within. As he heard the envious voices of the young women around him, he felt the tip of his nose ache a little. His eyes were filled with gloom. At first, they can be very close. He didn't need a shallow greeting like this. Instead, he would rather she show him anger. That way, he would at least feel joy. If there is anger, it means he deserves to be scolded. However, this calm attitude of Xiao Yan made him feel an incredible pain in his heart. Hating someone doesn't mean being angry at him, but ignoring him completely. The current Xiao Yan seemed to have already reached this stage.

All of this was the result of a mistake in his attitude when he was a child!

As Xiao Yan passed by, Xiao Mei pulled her nose and tried her best not to let the moist air clot in her eyes. Although the regret in her heart tormented her until she could not wait to hug someone and cry, she raised her beautiful face and forcefully smiled at the young lady around her, who still had an envious look. After that, he turned his body to leave.

"That's right, can you go with me? I want to tell you something." Just as the dejected Xiao Mei was about to leave, a smiling voice suddenly sounded, causing her body to stiffen on the spot. He hurriedly turned around, only to find the warm-faced Xiao Yan. After being surprised, he hurriedly nodded. He did not say goodbye to the young women around him as he quickly followed Xiao Yan under the envious gazes of the young women.

"Klan has moved on?" Xiao Mei was also shocked when she heard the news. His eyebrows fused a little. He looked at Xiao Yan's expression and blinked his eyes. He guessed, "This is because of the matter regarding the Misty Cloud Sect, right?"

"Yes." Yeah." Xiao Yan bitterly laughed before becoming a little silent. His tone suddenly became much colder, "I killed one of their elders and after that, our relationship has become strained ever since. I will settle this matter well with them when I return to the Jia Ma Empire in the future. During this period, before I return, you should try not to return to the Jia Ma Empire as much as possible. If your movements are revealed, you and the clan may receive a destructive blow."

Xiao Mei nodded obediently. The corner of his eyes glanced at Xiao Yan as he softly said, "Cousin Xiao Yan, rest assured that no one in the Xiao clan will blame you for this matter. I'm afraid even that Elder would feel so proud because you acted like this. Over the years, not many people dared or had the qualifications to fight with the people from the Misty Cloud Sect."

Xiao Yan smiled when he heard this. He immediately nodded and said, "Hopefully. The Xiao clan is my father's blood and sweat. I'll do my best to protect her."

"The current cousin Xiao Yan was able to do so. That time... " The words of Xiao Mei suddenly came to a halt. Her pretty face turned pale and her hands were eager to pull her own mouth. It was not easy to finally get a warm atmosphere, but he had to choose to bring up the matter.

"Yes, let the things that used to live in the past. We are no longer children and there is no point in continuing to remember those things." Xiao Yan's gaze stopped on the sparkling surface of the lake. He turned his head and looked at Xiao Mei's worried attitude before saying, "No matter what happens, you are always my younger cousin. If you have any problems in the future, you can come and find me. Although I do not have the strength to protect the fate of the clan in the Jia Ma Empire, I can confirm that the members of the Xiao clan will not be bullied within this Jia Nan Academy."

Xiao Mei exhaled in her heart. These words of Xiao Yan caused an additional smile to appear on Xiao Mei's face as she nodded.

"Well, I have to go back, too. Remember, if there's a problem, meet me where Instructor Ruo Lin lives." Xiao Yan smiled and patted Xiao Mei on the shoulder. He immediately turned around before walking out of the small path.

Xiao Mei stood at the same spot and stared at the figure, which had become distant. He suddenly smiled. This seemed to be an opportunity to break the deadlock between the two of them, right?

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Five days after the Qualifying Competition was over, Xiao Yan went to meet Instructor Ruo Lin, Xun Er and Xiao Yu were both present when he returned to Instructor Ruo Lin's unique home. In front of them also stood a middle-aged man, who was wearing an academy Instructor robe.

"Ke Ke, what's this about?" Xiao Yan smiled and asked as he walked into the living room. He turned his gaze towards Xun Er.

"Xiao Yan ge-ge, this is Instructor Ku Lu." Xun Er smiled and stepped forward. He smoothly received Xiao Yan's jacket and said softly, "Bai Shan, Hu Jia, and Wu Hao have already recovered. According to the rules, this afternoon is the time we will enter ‘Buku’ Collection Hall."

Xiao Yan's footsteps stopped for a moment. He's a little surprised. Immediately, he smiled and nodded. It finally arrived. He was very much anticipating this mysterious so-called ‘Buku’ Collection Hall. Now, he hoped that it would not disappoint him.