BTTH : I am Thunder Emperor

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"Xiao Yan." 

Staring at the unfamiliar face, Mo Yu immediately recognized him. 

Sometimes, he had to admit that there was a maturity and steadiness in his cousin that was rare for someone his age. Perhaps it was the trials of the past three years that laid the foundation for the youth's eventual rise. 

"Mr. Yan Xiao, you've arrived." 

At that moment, Nalan Yanran's eyes brightened as she spotted the black-clad youth. She hurried forward to greet him. 

This Nalan clan's prized disciple of the Yun Lan Sect, typically cold and aloof, was uncharacteristically gentle and warm in front of this youth. 

Seeing this, the face of Liu Ling, standing nearby, immediately darkened as he coldly stared at the black-clad boy. 

Mo Yu, however, smiled faintly. He couldn't help but wonder what Nalan Yanran's reaction would be when she found out that this "Yan Xiao" was actually Xiao Yan, the boy she had coldly rejected three years ago. 

"Hmm," Yan Xiao responded indifferently to Nalan Yanran's warm greeting before his gaze shifted to Mo Yu and Ya Fei. 

"Hey, Mr. Yan Xiao, it's been a while!" Ya Fei, with her sharp and cunning eyes, walked over with a smile, her tone friendly and familiar. 

"Do you and Mr. Yan Xiao know each other well?" Nalan Yanran raised her delicate brows slightly, smiling as she asked upon hearing Ya Fei's casual greeting. 

"I've known him for a few years, and we've always gotten along well," Ya Fei replied with a smile. Her eyes then flitted to Mo Yu, and she added, "In fact, not just me, Mo Yu is also quite familiar with Mr. Yan Xiao." 

Ya Fei had already told Mo Yu about Xiao Yan's situation during their time at the Mite-er Auction House, so she wasn't worried about Mo Yu exposing Xiao Yan's hidden identity. 

Mo Yu, of course, knew that Yan Xiao was Xiao Yan in disguise. Smiling, he greeted, "Hello, Mr. Yan Xiao." 

Immediately after, a voice transmission reached the black-clad youth: "It's been a while, Cousin Xiao Yan." 

Hearing the transmission, the black-clad youth was startled, but then the cold expression on his face melted, and a glint of youthful energy returned to his eyes as a smile crept onto his lips. "Cousin Mo Yu... It's good to see you." 

Seeing Mo Yu again after so long stirred up a wave of emotions in Xiao Yan. The past three years of constant hard work weren't solely due to Nalan Yanran's rejection; the expectations of his family, including his father, cousin Mo Yu, and distant cousin Xun Er, had all driven him forward. 

As the three of them grew increasingly at ease, Nalan Yanran stood by, her flawless face showing a trace of discomfort. 

She had always assumed Yan Xiao was simply cold by nature, yet now she saw him being warm and friendly with Mo Yu and Ya Fei, leaving her feeling somewhat... displaced. 

"Mr. Yan Xiao, Mr. Mo Yu, Miss Ya Fei, please continue your conversation. I'll head inside now, excuse me." Nalan Yanran politely bowed to the three before turning to head into the hall, leaving behind a graceful figure. 

After she left, Liu Ling followed closely, his face cold. As Gu He's proud disciple, Liu Ling naturally carried a sense of superiority over both Mo Yu, from a declining Xiao Clan, and the mysterious Yan Xiao. 

Neither Mo Yu nor Xiao Yan cared about Nalan Yanran and Liu Ling's departure; instead, they felt more at ease without them around. 

"Heh, who would have thought that the famed 'Twin Dragons of the Xiao Clan' from Wu Tan City would reunite here at the Nalan Family in the imperial capital?" Ya Fei laughed once Nalan Yanran was out of sight. 

Without any outsiders present, the three, who had known each other back in Wu Tan City, no longer felt the need for pretense. 

"Congratulations, Xiao Yan. The Three-Year Agreement is nearly upon us, and you'll soon have the chance to clear your name and the family's honor," Mo Yu said, looking at the now more mature and powerful youth. 

If nothing went awry, the upcoming duel would be Xiao Yan's moment to prove himself and shock the world. 

"Thank you for the kind words, Cousin," Xiao Yan smiled. In front of Mo Yu, his typical calm demeanor melted away, and he returned to the straightforward youth he once was in Wu Tan City. 

"Alright, enough catching up. The gathering is about to start. Old Master Nalan has been slowly recovering, so many prominent figures have been invited to celebrate this event." Ya Fei's voice interrupted their conversation. 

"Old Master Nalan's toxin hasn't been fully cleansed yet, has it? Isn't it a bit early for celebrations?" Xiao Yan shook his head. 

"This just shows the old man's faith in your abilities. It seems, cousin Xiao Yan, that you really do have control over a Heavenly Flame, right?" Mo Yu said, his eyes twinkling. 

With Yao Lao's help, despite the slight deviations caused by Mo Yu's interference, Xiao Yan still managed to obtain his first Heavenly Flame. 

As they talked, the voice of She Lao suddenly sounded in Mo Yu's mind: "Mo Yu, I can sense the aura of my kin on your cousin. It carries a bloodline even more ancient and potent than mine." 

"My kin? An ancient bloodline?" Mo Yu was startled by She Lao's statement. Immediately, a cold and seductive queenly figure came to mind. 

"Could it be the Queen Medusa?" Mo Yu thought to himself. 

Since Xiao Yan had obtained the Green Lotus Core Flame, it was likely that, according to the original story, the Queen Medusa had already evolved into the Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python and was currently by Xiao Yan's side. 

With that realization, She Lao's reaction suddenly made sense. The Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python possessed an even nobler bloodline than the Seven-Winged Purple Python, so She Lao's agitation was understandable. 

However, this wasn't the right time to discuss it. Whatever She Lao had in mind could wait until the gathering was over. 

As more guests arrived, the three of them ended their conversation and headed toward the grand hall. 

Inside the hall, the noise of the festivities greeted them. Ya Fei casually took Mo Yu's hand, acting as though they were an intimate couple. 

Xiao Yan, seeing his cousin and Ya Fei being so close, was momentarily stunned. 

After all, Mo Yu was still engaged to Xiao Yu. Yet here he was, being affectionate with another woman right in front of Xiao Yan. It seemed a bit inappropriate. 

But Xiao Yan wasn't the type to be overly concerned about such matters. On the Dou Qi Continent, strength was what mattered most, and polygamy wasn't uncommon, especially for someone as outstanding as Mo Yu. 

Shaking his head, Xiao Yan pushed the matter aside and simply followed them through the crowd. 

With Ya Fei's striking beauty, it wasn't long before all eyes were on her. Many people stared at the sight of her holding Mo Yu's hand, stunned at how intimate they seemed. 

Ya Fei was well-known throughout the Jia Ma Sacred City, not only for her beauty but also for being the first person of her age to manage the massive Mite-er Auction House. Despite her seemingly friendly demeanor, those who knew her well were aware of her wariness around men. 

So, seeing her now openly holding hands with an unfamiliar man left many astonished. 

However, when they took in Mo Yu's outstanding looks and demeanor, they couldn't help but feel a sense of inferiority. 

Among the many people secretly admiring Ya Fei were several suitors, their expressions turning sour as they jealously watched Mo Yu. 

But Mo Yu remained unperturbed by all the attention, allowing Ya Fei to hold his hand as he calmly ignored the burning stares directed his way. 

As they moved through the crowd, Ya Fei suddenly stopped, and Mo Yu's gaze followed hers to the quieter corners of the hall. 

There, an elderly man with graying hair was speaking with someone. His aged but stern face carried a sense of authority and power. 

"That's the leader of the Mite-er family, Mite-er Tengshan." Ya Fei quietly introduced the man standing beside her to Mo Yu and Xiao Yan, who was behind her. 

Noticing something, she quickly released Mo Yu's hand, tucked a strand of hair behind her ear, and Mo Yu, with his keen eye, spotted the faint redness creeping onto her delicate earlobes. 

"Mm," Mo Yu and Xiao Yan responded casually. The twin dragons of the Xiao Clan had never feared the nobility in the past, and even now, they paid no attention to these elites. 

Ya Fei then walked gracefully up the steps and paused before hurriedly approaching the elder, whispering something in his ear. 

After a moment, the elder smiled, nodded, and lifted his gaze toward Xiao Yan. Standing up, he greeted warmly, "Little friend Yan Xiao, I've long heard of you. It's a pleasure to finally meet you. I am Mite-er Tengshan, leader of the Mite-er family." 

"A nobody like me isn't worth the clan leader's concern," Xiao Yan said with a light smile. 

"For someone who even Hai Lao holds in such high regard, there aren't many in the Jia Ma Empire who would still call you a nobody," Mite-er Tengshan chuckled. 

He then turned to Mo Yu, the young man in the green robes, and smiled, "Ya Fei told me you're the Mo Yu who destroyed the Mo family last year. I never imagined that our Jia Ma Empire would have such a figure appear." 

As soon as Mite-er Tengshan mentioned Mo Yu, the surrounding people immediately turned their curious gazes toward him. 

The Mo family, the number one clan in the northeastern province, had drawn much attention when it was wiped out last year. The mastermind behind their downfall, Mo Yu, had steadily risen in fame. 

However, since then, Mo Yu's name had gradually faded from the public eye, and many had forgotten about him. It was surprising to see such a talent attend the Nalan family gathering. 

The jealous young men who had glared at Mo Yu earlier now wiped the cold sweat from their brows, realizing that this was not someone to trifle with. 

"Little friend Mo Yu, while you're in Jia Ma Sacred City, if you need any assistance, feel free to reach out to Ya Fei," Mite-er Tengshan said with a smile, his words carrying a subtle hint of ambiguity about Mo Yu's relationship with Ya Fei. 

Hearing this, Mo Yu turned his head to glance at Ya Fei, who was elegantly sipping her wine. Perhaps she, too, picked up on the implication in Mite-er Tengshan's words, as her charming face blushed an even deeper red under the reflection of the wine. 

Mo Yu chuckled softly and nodded, a mysterious gleam flashing in his silver eyes. 

As the head of a family, Mite-er Tengshan was naturally adept at conversation, managing to include both Mo Yu and Xiao Yan in the discussion. Ya Fei occasionally interjected with a smile, making the atmosphere appear harmonious. 

Seeing this scene, many of the empire's young elites shifted their attention to Mo Yu. 

This sudden newcomer piqued their curiosity, especially given his reputation alongside Xiao Yan's as the "Twin Dragons of the Xiao Clan." Their stories were already the subject of much gossip in the imperial capital. 

Of course, what most of them wanted to see next was the excitement. They were eager to find out whether the man who had destroyed the Mo family was truly as formidable as the rumors suggested. 

After all, the one who would be stepping forward soon was none other than the notorious madman of the Mu family, famous for crippling several noble youths. 

In the bustling hall, a young man dressed in a blue battle robe suddenly walked in through the open door. 

He crossed his arms, looked around at the people inside, and muttered under his breath, "A bunch of idiots..." If someone was close enough, they could hear his words. 

As the young man entered the hall, several gazes flickered toward him... 

His eyes anxiously scanned the room as if searching for something. After a moment, his gaze locked on his target, his lips curling into a grin, and his face instantly brimmed with murderous intent. 

… 

At a quiet table, Mo Yu and Ya Fei were chatting and laughing. After a while, Mo Yu raised his wine glass, took a sip, and then his smiling expression suddenly froze. His silver eyes narrowed slightly, and a faint smile tugged at the corners of his mouth. 

Without any warning, silver Dou Qi surged from Mo Yu's body, and with a bang, the wine glass in his hand shattered. 

He swiftly twisted his body, his palm rotating as he clenched it into a fist, striking fiercely toward the incoming force behind him. 

Boom! 

A dull sound rang out as a powerful energy burst from Mo Yu's fist, shooting out in all directions. The nearby tables and chairs were instantly shattered by the shockwave. 

The ferocious burst of energy in the hall immediately drew everyone's attention. 

As they turned their eyes toward the violent youth, they were momentarily stunned. Then, they cast their gleeful glances at Mo Yu, realizing who was facing off against the young man. They all recognized this famed figure in the imperial capital. 

"So, the fight has finally started..." In the hall, Liu Ling swirled the wine in his glass, a cold smile playing on his lips. 

However, the next moment caught everyone by surprise. 

The two fists collided, but despite the ferocity of the force, Mo Yu remained completely unmoved. 

On the other side, a beast-like strength crashed into the young man. 

Feeling the overwhelming power, the young man's once savage expression turned to one of shock. Before he could even react, he was sent flying across the room. 

A sneer played on Mo Yu's lips as he looked up at the youth, who was now clutching his arm in disbelief. Silver eyes glinted with mockery as Mo Yu said coldly, "You're Mu Zhan? You're weak. You couldn't even handle one-tenth of my strength." 

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