The next day, on a small hill not far from the boundary of the Gan'an Academy—known as "Peace Town"—occasional figures could be seen moving through the dense forest. At the summit of the hill, a group of fifteen stood firm in the wind. Though the gale swept strongly, it stirred not a single fold of their robes. The quiet stillness of these figures radiated a palpable sense of pressure, rendering the entire hill silent. A young man in black robes stood at the forefront, eyes closed, arms resting behind him. After a while, his ears subtly twitched, and he murmured softly, "They've arrived..." Almost immediately after his words fell, dozens of small black dots appeared on the horizon. In mere moments, these dots resolved into human figures, swiftly gliding toward the hill. As they approached, they gradually slowed and descended gently from the sky. "Haha, Xiao Master," they exclaimed, "It's been several years since we last saw you—how have you been?" "Dozens of figures flashed downward. At the forefront, a broad-shouldered man, bare-chested and radiating an intense aura of martial vigor, burst into laughter at the black-robed young man. "Master Iron of the Thunder Clan still commands the same dignity and presence as in his prime—such grandeur is rare indeed in Black-Angle Domain!" Xiang Yan observed the once-fellow-combatant of the Wild-Lion Clan, Wu Tie, to whom he had previously teamed up against Yunlan Sect, and bowed respectfully, smiling. "Who can match the stature of Master Xiao? In Black-Angle Domain, who doesn't know that Master Xiao not only single-handedly defeated the three senior elders of Mo-Yan Valley but also completely eliminated the earth-mage elder, who was once a seven-star Combat Sect-level powerhouse? That's truly a near-untouchable presence here. Yet even such a formidable figure fell at Master Xiao's hands. It seems the future of Black-Angle Domain will undoubtedly belong to Master Xiao's realm." A red-dressed woman, graceful and elegant, smiled softly, her voice light and sweet. This beautiful woman, Xiao Yan also wasn't unfamiliar with—she was the head of Luosha Sect, someone he had once collaborated with. A woman known for her sharpness and decisiveness. "Hahahaha! The Xiao Sect has only been established for a few years, yet has already achieved such prominence—it truly is the fastest-rising force I've ever witnessed. And within this achievement, the contributions of Master Xiao cannot be overstated." An elder with a slightly gloomy expression nodded and added with a smile. "Master Su and Elder Yin are being too kind—this is all a misunderstanding, really..." Xiao Yan smiled gently, his gaze sweeping over the group. His expression grew slightly more serious, though his voice wasn't particularly loud, yet it clearly reached every single person. "I'm sure all of you are aware of the purpose for which we've invited you here. And since each of you has come, it's clear that you've already chosen your positions. Among those present, there are friends who once worked alongside me—naturally, they know my character. As long as this matter succeeds, I am certain the compensation will fully satisfy everyone." "As soon as Xiao Yan spoke these words, the group of invited strong contenders immediately responded with polite smiles and enthusiasm. Given Xiao Yan's growing reputation within the Black Angle Region, they could hardly afford to show any lack of respect. Moreover, they were well aware that Xiao Yan himself was a Sixth-Rank Alchemist—having him owe someone a favor carried significant value. With the Magi-Inn Valley gradually declining in strength and likely unable to compete with the Xiao Clan in the future, offering assistance today would not only be beneficial but also strengthen the goodwill of the Xiao Clan. Therefore, upon receiving the invitation, most of the present strong contenders had little hesitation and promptly led their respective teams to arrive. 'As for the background of this matter, all of you are already aware,' Xiao Yan said, 'and I shall not elaborate further. The Xiao Clan and the Magi-Inn Valley have a long-standing rivalry, and Han Feng himself holds a deep personal grudge against me. Thus, today's situation will not end well—everyone should be prepared for that.'" "Hehe, Master Xiao, don't worry—Magical Flame Valley has always been arrogant and domineering. We've long been dissatisfied with them. Today, we'll take advantage of your wind and give these turtle-dogs a taste of their own medicine." "Indeed, Han Feng has always been insincere. He's done quite a few behind-the-scenes maneuvers over the years, and I've been personally treated unfairly several times." "Let's go..." Xiao Yin exhaled softly, and a pair of translucent bone wings unfolded from his back. With a gentle tremor, his form rose into the air. Seeing Xiao Yin's movement, the others—including Xiao Li and Su Qian—promptly stood up. Among them, Xiao Qian and Su Qian moved with the most grace, their feet gliding through the void as they floated effortlessly. True Domain-level warriors soaring through the air—what a sight! When Su Mei and the other strong ones witnessed Xiao Qian and Su Qian moving so gracefully through the air, their hearts were struck with astonishment. They exchanged glances, silently murmuring, "Indeed. Now, on Xiao Yin's side, there are two Domain-level warriors, plus his own power that far exceeds his current rank. Even just these three of them could likely withstand three Domain-level fighters. This lineup... it seems the Magi-Inn Valley is truly doomed.!" With these thoughts running through their minds, Su Mei and the others did not hesitate. They swiftly summoned their dual aura wings and ascended into the sky. Upon seeing everyone prepared to continue, Xiao Yan's expression slightly tightened. Then, with a sweep of his hand, he moved first, his form blurring into a vague silhouette, rushing toward the direction of the Mo-Yan Valley. Behind him, a large number of figures followed closely, a faint aura of determination and intent spreading out. Of course, the most significant reason lies in the presence of the Earth Demon Elder. As a Seven-Star Battle Sect master, Magin Valley has the strength to dominate the Black Angle Region—provided that Xiao Yan hasn't emerged as a disruptive force. Compared to its previous arrogance, Magin Valley has become notably more reserved in recent times. Having lost nearly its most peak-tier warriors, its strength in the Black Angle Region can no longer sustain its once-dominant status. Yet, as the saying goes, "even a lean camel is larger than a horse." Despite its current decline, Magin Valley still possesses substantial resources. Even with the deaths of the Earth Demon Elder and all three senior elders, it remains capable of surviving within the Black Angle Region—especially now that Han Feng has emerged, helping to restore the valley's strength. A Douzong-level powerhouse commands significant status and influence wherever they go—especially this one, who is also a high-rank alchemy master. Since Han Feng took over Maguanyi Valley, leveraging his established networks, he has successfully attracted numerous independent strong contenders from the Black Angle Region within just a few months. Now, he is actively inviting prominent regional powers to form an alliance, aiming to counter the increasingly formidable Xiao Door and Gan Nan Academy. Undoubtedly, Han Feng has long enjoyed exceptional prestige in the Black Angle Region. Simply mentioning his title as the former "Herbal Emperor" immediately draws many parties with various interests, even the powerful Black Emperor Sect, which he has successfully invited to join. Indeed, his tenacity and presence in the Black Angle Region surpass that of most others. … A vast valley, as if naturally excavated from the heart of a mountain range, surrounds the valley with deep black rocks that subtly shimmer with a metallic luster—this is ink steel stone, exceptionally hard, even resistant to the blows of a Duke-Class warrior. The dense clusters of these black rocks suggest that the entire mountain range is a continuous ore vein, and the headquarters of the Magi-Inferno Valley lies here. Today, the Magi-Inferno Valley is undoubtedly the most bustling it has been in many years. At the valley entrance in the Black Horn Domain, Magi-Inferno guards hold their bright weapons in tight formation; non-invited guests are strictly barred from entry, resulting in a long line stretching across the entrance. Amid the roaring clamor at the valley's entrance, a spacious plaza deep within the valley had already drawn a number of prominent forces and elite warriors from Black Angle. At the very center of the plaza, Han Feng stood supreme, smiling warmly at the bustling crowd surrounding him—his expression now reminiscent of the confident, radiant aura he once radiated as the Dan Emperor. "Xiao Yan... our long-standing grievances will soon be settled. When that time comes, you'll have to hand me over the entire 'Burned Decree' without hesitation!" A flash of youthful memory passed through Han Feng's mind; his grip on the teacup tightened suddenly, and a cold, cruel smile spread across his face.