() "Child, have you suffered all these years......" The old man was excited with a hint of guilt, and opened his hands to embrace Xiao Tianhe.

Xiao Tianhe was very inexplicable and a little disgusted by this sudden enthusiasm, so he took a step sideways to avoid it. After all, the other party was an old man, and Xiao Tianhe's tone was not disrespectful: "Uncle, do you know me?"

The old man put down his hands, sighed, and did not answer Xiao Tianhe directly, but introduced himself first: "I am also surnamed Xiao, my name is Baoqing, and I belong to the Nantai family of the Kunwu Department. ”

This Xiao Baoqing has never said his name since his first visit, and he didn't even say it when Nangong Tong asked him. Now he took the initiative to say his name, and he actually had the same surname as Xiao Tianhe. Thinking of the "child" just now, several people in the hall had a rough guess about Xiao Baoqing's intention.

"Son, let me ask you, what is your father's name?" Xiao Bao Qingdao.

Xiao Tianhe deliberately concealed: "My father died before I was born, and my mother never mentioned him before she died, so I don't know." ”

"Well, I'll tell you. Your father's original name was 'Xiao Daoyun', and he was a child of my Xiao clan, and you are the orphan of my Xiao clan. I don't know what your mother's name is?" Xiao Baoqing asked again.

"Xiao Daoyun?" the name Xiao Tianhe had never heard before. He knew that his father's name was "Xiao Ruofang", and he was not from the Heavenly Flame Continent at all.

"Oh, 'Xiao Daoyun' was your father's name before he was expelled from the family, and maybe he changed his name later. Xiao Baoqing saw Xiao Tianhe's puzzled expression, and hurriedly explained.

"What's the matter with expelling from the family, why are you sure that I am Xiao Daoyun's son?"

"This was more than 40 years ago. At that time, my small Xiao clan produced a demon cultivation wizard, who was a sensation at the Demon Treasure Conference, and with less than twenty-five years of demon cultivation, he actually reached the realm of the late stage of the void and the underworld, and he was proud of the junior group, and the Yan Patriarch and the Tong Master should also know about this matter. Xiao Baoqing looked at Nangong Yan.

Nangong Yan suddenly said: "Oh, why does the name 'Xiao Daoyun' sound a little familiar when I said it. That's right, although I wasn't the patriarch at the time of the Demon Treasure Conference, I went to watch the game. In the junior group, there is indeed a foreigner named 'Xiao Daoyun' who shines, and I have an impression. However, this person quickly disappeared from the Nangong family, and I thought he had entered the core. ”

Nangong Tong also remembered this person: "No." Although Xiao Daoyun cultivated demons at an astonishing speed, it was later found out that he had secretly worshiped the evil sect of the rivers and lakes and practiced the evil skills of the quick. Since the Xiao clan is not under the jurisdiction of the Guixi Ministry, I don't know how to deal with it in the end. ”

Xiao Baoqing nodded and added: "Although Xiao Daoyun has won many times in the ring, he has been extremely vicious and has seriously injured several Nangong disciples in a row. The Governor came to the stage to stop him, he was already enchanted, and he wanted to attack the elder, but he was knocked unconscious by the elder. After he came to his senses, the patriarch of the Xiao clan at that time interrogated him in detail, and only then did he learn the reason for his rapid progress in cultivating demons. Since Xiao Daoyun did not cause a catastrophe and did not commit a crime to death, the patriarch ordered his cultivation to be abolished and expelled him from the family. Later, the patriarch reported the details to the Kunwu clan lord at that time, that is, the previous generation of Nangong patriarchs. The Nangong patriarch saw that the Xiao patriarch handled it properly, so he did not investigate the fault of our clan's lax discipline. After that, Xiao Baoqing turned to Xiao Tianhe Road: "As for why I am sure that you are Xiao Daoyun's son, it is because your father and son are so similar, as if one is carved out of a mold!"

"Patriarch Xiao, don't talk nonsense, Brother Xiao, what he cultivates is not an evil skill!" Nangong Xue was slightly dissatisfied, she wondered in her heart, didn't this old man say those words to clearly pit Xiao Tianhe?

"Ah, no, no. Xiao Baoqing waved his hand again and again, "Listen to me." When he punished Xiao Daoyun, he had already repented, but it was too late. When he left the family, he had sworn to the patriarch that he would create a set of demon cultivation methods that could quickly improve the realm and were not evil, and now it seems that he has succeeded. Xiao Baoqing looked at Xiao Tianhe with an approving smile.

"Wait!" Nangong Yan said, "Didn't you just say that Xiao Daoyun had been abolished, and how could he create a new demon cultivation technique?"

"Although he was deposed, he was only a cultivator. I think with his qualifications, it won't be difficult to cultivate again. ”

Of course, Nangong Yan didn't believe it: "If it is abolished, the dantian will be destroyed, how can it be possible to cultivate again? I have never heard of any method that only abolish cultivation without damaging the dantian." ”

"I don't know. In addition, I have another suspicion, if Xiao Daoyun's dantian was destroyed at that time, why would he swear to the patriarch? I guess it may be because Xiao Daoyun is a rare demon cultivator, and the patriarch is talented out of love, so he did not destroy his dantian. As long as he repents and reforms, is dedicated to goodness, and stays away from evil deeds, the purpose of punishment will be achieved, and it doesn't matter if the dantian is abolished or not?" Xiao Bao Qingdao.

"This ......"

"There is also a possibility that Xiao Daoyun's dantian was indeed destroyed, but later the dantian was repaired because of some wonderful situation. Xiao Baoqing said again.

Nangong Yan shook his head again and again: "Impossible! The medical skills of the four major families are the top in the world, and I have never heard that the dantian can be repaired after it is damaged." ”

"Maybe the worldly masters who are cultivating in the barren mountains and mountains have wonderful medical skills, or maybe they are not healed by man, but some kind of heaven and earth spirit grass?" Xiao Baoqing said.

Nangong Yan suddenly laughed, anyway, the old man had already decided that he was arguing like this

Nothing will come of it if it goes down.

"My demon cultivation techniques were all passed down by my mother, not from my father. Senior, you misunderstood. Xiao Tianhe said euphemistically. Let's not say whether the old man's other words are true or false, just saying that "Xiao Tianhe and Xiao Daoyun are very similar" is not credible.

"Didn't Ling Zun pass away before you were born? It is estimated that Ling Zun passed it on to Ling Tang, and then Ling Tang passed it on to you. Not only have you inherited Ling Zun's proud talent, but you have also surpassed it, and you have reached the early stage of the Cave Void in less than twenty-five years of cultivating demons. You have not only washed away the shame of Ling Zun back then, but also glorified my Xiao family. If Xiao Daoyun has knowledge, he must also feel relieved and proud. Xiao Baoqing sighed.

"If Xiao Daoyun is such a genius, why did he pass away again?" Nangong Wei asked.

Of course, Xiao Baoqing couldn't answer: "I don't know, I have to ask Xiao Tianhe." ”

"Xiao Daoyun, I don't know, my father was killed by the enemy. Xiao Tianhe replied, "But I'm sure that my mother's exercises were not learned from my father." If you don't believe me, I can use the sword technique and body technique, senior, can you see if there are any similarities with the exercises of the Xiao family?"

"No need. According to the time calculation, when Ling Tang and Xiao Daoyun met, he must have been a demon cultivator who had learned from others, and it was reasonable that he was different from the Xiao family's exercises. Besides, the exercises I am talking about do not refer to routines such as sword techniques and body methods, but to cultivation methods that rapidly improve one's cultivation. This is definitely not something that ordinary people can create, otherwise, in the long history of the Heavenly Flame Continent, how could it never have appeared? It can be seen that your father Xiao Daoyun is definitely the number one demon cultivator in the world. This Xiao Bao is taken for granted.

Xiao Tianhe regretted a little that he didn't report his father's name at the beginning, anyway, no one in the Heavenly Flame Continent knew the name 'Xiao Ruofang'. But after thinking about it, no matter what name he declares, even if he says that his father's surname is Xiao at all, and he is surnamed his mother, I am afraid that Xiao Baoqing will forcibly explain it with "changing his name".

"That's it, let's not talk about identity. I don't know what Patriarch Xiao is looking for me? If it's just to recognize my relatives, then I'm sorry, I've already joined the Nanjiang clan of the Guixi Clan, and I don't know any of the people of the Xiao clan, so I don't think it's necessary. Xiao Tianhe excused.

"No, no, after all, your father has been expelled from the family, not only exiled but also victimized by the enemy, and you have lived alone with your mother for so long, it is normal for you to have no sense of belonging to my Xiao family, which I don't force this. It's just that...... Xiao Daoyun said at the beginning that after he created a rapid cultivation method, he would definitely come back to glorify my Xiao clan...... Well...... The sword technique and body technique passed on to you by Lingtang do not belong to my clan in the first place, but can that quick method ......?" Xiao Baoqing stood up. It wasn't until now that the real purpose of his efforts to recognize his relatives became clear, it turned out to be the so-called "quick method of cultivating demons"!

Xiao Tianhe is really ridiculous, how can there be any quick fix in this world? There is no shortcut to anything, but there are fast and slow due to differences in personal talent and circumstances. "Seniors, I can't hide it, I really don't know what the 'quick fix' is, my mother has repeatedly taught that you must not be opportunistic in major matters of demon cultivation, otherwise you will go crazy at the least, and you will burst into the devil at worst. The reason why I am cultivating faster is because of a lucky opportunity. I put in no less effort than others!" Xiao Tianhe explained sincerely.

Yes, if it weren't for the original sword training during the day and sword training at night in the Valley of Wind and Law, how would there be a mysterious power to operate? If it weren't for the ice field breaking the ice and exploring the sea for days and days, how would we find that the two forces of spirit and mystery are repulsed? If it weren't for the constant climbing of cliffs and penance in the Valley of Night Weeping, how would there be a supernormal physique?

Indeed, Xiao Tianhe occasionally got the Sky Splitting Treasure Knife on the Ming Beach, because there was endless Xuan Qi in the knife to cultivate the demon, but it was also the night when he kept practicing the knife to have today's realm; Later, he encountered the hidden sword immortal in the Lingshi Cave, and was able to broaden the twelve canons and eight major veins, but if there was no previous forging penance, how could he have the physical conditions to broaden the meridians?

All in all, all opportunities and opportunities can be met but not sought, but after all, they are inseparable from their own efforts. For example, an encounter is like a fish in water, and a person who cultivates truth is an angler, and the rod and bait in his hand are diligence and perseverance. Even if you have a rod and bait, you need to be on the shore and wait for the fish to bite.

What made Xiao Tianhe helpless was that Xiao Baoqing was a tendon and decided that Xiao Tianhe must have a "quick method".

"Alas, I also know that since Xiao Daoyun has been expelled from the family in the first place, it is not reasonable to ask his heirs for the method of cultivating demons he created. But since I'm here with a shy old face, I'm not afraid of your jokes. Xiao Tianhe, I won't tell you, my Xiao family is not a famous family, and the number of people is pitiful. I can understand your refusal to recognize your ancestors and return to your ancestors, but I ask you to read for the sake of your own clan, don't hate the helpless actions of the patriarch back then, and don't be stingy with the outstanding method of cultivating demons. I have no other wishes, only to strengthen my Xiao clan. On behalf of my clan, I promise that I will never leak this method to outsiders, and as for whether I can achieve a group of strong people, it depends on the talent and hard work of the children in the clan. I am willing to exchange the treasure of the clan for this quick method!" Xiao Baoqing burst into tears at the end, knelt on his knees with a "poof", and bowed down in front of Xiao Tianhe.

Xiao Tianhe was startled, and hurriedly went to help: "How can Patriarch Xiao be like this?

"No, if you don't promise me, I can't afford to kneel here!" Xiao Baoqing also played stubbornly.

"Well, how are you going to trust me? I really don't know any quick fix!" Xiao Tianhe reiterated again.

An old man knelt down in front of a young man, how awkward the scene looked. Nangong Yan couldn't help but persuade: "Okay, Patriarch Xiao, you should get up first." If there is really a quick way to not lead to madness, I'm afraid everyone in the world wants to know, right?

Not even the amazing talents of the previous demon lords have created any quick methods, let alone Xiao Daoyun who has abolished the dantian? Besides, there is no definite evidence that Xiao Tianhe is Xiao Daoyun's son, so I think this matter will be forgotten. ”

For the words of the Nangong patriarch, Xiao Baoqing certainly did not dare to disobey. It's just that he still lamented again and again after he got up, and his tear-stained face couldn't hide the look of disappointment.

Nangong Yan comforted him: "Okay, don't be too sad." As long as you don't embarrass Xiao Tianhe anymore, I'll ask Elder Nangong Yue to give you some more demon cultivation items for the Xiao family. ”

"Yes, thank you, Patriarch. Xiao Baoqing wiped away his tears and bowed, "I have a small request, and Patriarch Wangyan agrees." ”

"But it doesn't hurt to say that. ”

"I don't force Xiao Tianhe to recognize his ancestors and return to his ancestors, but I want to take him to my clan to have a look, and also meet my clansmen, maybe he will suddenly remember something. Xiao Bao Qingdao.

"Heh, this little thing, as long as Brother Xiao agrees, I have no opinion. Nangong Yan glanced at Xiao Tianhe with a smile.

Xiao Tianhe had to agree.

"That's good. You guys should leave immediately, and I will summon Elder Nangong Yue. Brother Xiao, when there is news of Deng Xianjue, I will immediately inform you with the communication stone, and you must hurry back quickly. Nangong Yan admonished.

"Brother Xiao, I'm going with you too. Nangong Xue suddenly said, "Senior Xiao, is it okay?"

"Yes, of course. Xiao Baoqing readily agreed.

Nangong Wei and Nangong Xi said goodbye together: "Brother Xiao, we won't accompany you." See you again tomorrow. ”

Xiao Tianhe and Nangong Xue followed Xiao Baoqing out of Nangong Garden and went north out of Nanting City.

"Sister Xue, your injuries haven't healed yet, and this time it's not a matter of urgency, why do you have to go with me?"

Nangong Xue smiled: "I'm also curious about whether Brother Xiao is a child of the Xiao family." ”

"Why don't you even doubt it?" Xiao Tianhe was helpless, "Didn't we have a conversation before?Did you forget?" That night, Xiao Tianhe had promised that at the right time, he would tell Nangong Xue everything.

"Of course I didn't. But I don't know, is this an opportunity, after going to the Xiao family, will it be the 'right time'?"

Xiao Tianhe was speechless, just shook his head slightly.

Xiao Baoqing suddenly interjected: "Miss Nangong Xue, Xiao Tianhe must be your wishful husband, right?" Xiao Tianhe, you don't have to let down Miss Nangong Xue. ”

Nangong Xue blushed with shame, but her beautiful smile couldn't hide the joy in her heart.

"This Xiao Baoqing is really eventful......," Xiao Tianhe complained in his heart. However, in front of the girl, it was not easy to deny it too resolutely, so he had to say euphemistically: "Xue Mei's status is noble, how can I be worthy of her as a mere out-of-the-world wilderness? Senior Xiao don't be joking." ”

Nangong Xue raised her eyes and looked at Xiao Tianhe, what she said just now made her a little disappointed. "Brother Xiao, you are such a big fool. If I were the kind of person who cared about my status and status, how could I get so close to you? If you are willing, I would rather give up the title of the Nangong family and travel with you to the clouds and wild cranes, and travel through this great river and mountain......" Nangong Xue said in her heart.

Xiao Tianhe was not very comfortable with Nangong Xue, and interrupted: "Senior Xiao, you lead the way, let's go." ”

"Good. But I have to advise you, as a dignified man, you don't have to care too much about some complicated secular ideas, young people, they should be full of pride, power and status and the like are all floating clouds. I don't know how close your relationship is, but it's evident from your call 'Snow Girl'. Looking at the aspect ratio, anyway, I haven't seen a foreigner who can use such an intimate title with the children of Nangong. Don't bury your hard-won fate because of a moment of indecision. After speaking, Xiao Baoqing took out the magic knife on his back.

This was reasonable, but he didn't know Xiao Tianhe's past experience. For Nangong Xue, Xiao Tianhe only has the meaning of a close friend, and has no childlike feelings.

When they saw the magic knife in Xiao Baoqing's hand, Xiao Tianhe and Nangong Xue couldn't help but widen their eyes in shock, what kind of dilapidated magic knife it was!

The light of the knife is dim, and the color of its light is not visible in the daytime;

A piece is missing from the tip of the knife, which makes the whole blade look weird;

The blade was covered with large and small chips, and some small cracks had spread across the blade;

Not only is the shape of the knife shabby, but it also doesn't feel the power of the cold at all.

"Senior Xiao, what is the quality of this magic knife?" asked Nangong Xue.

"Heh, it's just a low-grade broken knife, don't care. Xiao Baoqing looked a little embarrassed, and the royal sword rose into the air, jumped up lightly, and flew north.

Xiao Tianhe and Nangong Xue, you look at me, I'll look at you. They thought that the magic knife had something that did not match its appearance, but it turned out to be a broken knife. Could it be that the Xiao clan is in such a decline? Even the patriarch used such a broken knife that was thrown on the street and no one picked it up, so wouldn't the knives of other clansmen be no different from waste?

Nangong Xue Yudao caught up with Xiao Baoqing: "When I come back, I will definitely show the patriarch and ask him to distribute a few more magic knives to you." ”

"Thank you, Miss Xue, for your kindness. This broken knife was refined for me by my master when I first cultivated demons, and I kept it just to commemorate it. Master passed away after failing to break through, and it's been decades now, so I wonder if I'll repeat his mistakes...... Alas, the way of cultivating demons is really not easy to walk. Xiao Baoqing's words were full of melancholy and vicissitudes, perhaps this is the reason why he desperately longed for a "quick fix".