Published at 11th of June 2026 6:10 am

Chapter 5253: Upon Learning

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Editor: Misty Cloud Translations

"Master." Yue’er walked over. Seeing her master sitting there, twirling a teacup in his hand, she sat down across from him, cupping her cheeks with both hands as she looked at him.

"What’s wrong?" asked the Azure Emperor, gazing at his young disciple before him. His mood had inexplicably lifted, and as a result, the corners of his lips curled up slightly even as he spoke.

"Master, why do you look so happy? " Yue’er asked, letting out a soft sigh. "I’m not feeling very happy. Something’s weighing on my mind."

"Hmm? Because of Xiao Junyan?" The Azure Emperor raised an eyebrow and glanced at her.

"Big Brother Xiao looked so haggard when he came this time, and he’s under a lot of pressure—all because of me. I feel very uneasy." she murmured.

"I believe he’ll never forget what happened this time," the Azure Emperor said calmly. "Consider it a lesson for him. You needn’t feel uneasy. If he hadn’t chosen to give you up, what he would have gained would have been far greater than what he’s lost now."

With that, he shook his head. "Even I must admit Mother’s methods are formidable. Most people couldn’t withstand such a trial. His choice to side with the clan is, in a way, understandable. However, someone like that is no longer worthy of you."

"I just received a message from Mother. She said she’ll come to pick me up tomorrow." She rubbed her face and asked anxiously, "Master, do you think Big Brother Xiao might do something reckless?"

"He’s not that fragile," the Azure Emperor said coolly, then added, "This incident has made him realize his shortcomings. I believe that once he overcomes this hurdle, his future achievements will be no less than those of your two Senior Brothers."

Xiao Junyan is an exceptionally talented individual. Today’s events will serve not only as a setback but also as motivation. He believes that Xiao Junyan’s future achievements will be no less impressive—perhaps even surpassing those of the Great Emperor Xiao Tian.

"Go pack your things. I’ll take you there. We’ll stay at your place for a while, so there’s no need for your Mother to come pick you up." The Azure Emperor said, gesturing for her to get ready.

"Oh." Yue’er stood up and headed toward the cave abode.

Meanwhile, on the other side, the Great Emperor Xiao Tian, still unaware of the situation, was in high spirits. Halfway there, he said to Xiao Junyan, "You handled this matter quite well. Once we return, make the necessary preparations, and then we’ll go..."

Before he could finish, Xiao Junyan cut him off.

"Old Predecessor, there’s no need to go anywhere. And as for the marriage between Hell’s Lord and the Phoenix Empress’s daughter, there’s no need to mention it anymore." Xiao Junyan said, his voice tinged with indifference, even more so than before.

The Great Emperor Xiao Tian froze, furrowing his brow. "What do you mean by that?"

Xiao Junyan looked ahead and said, "I am not worthy of her."

"Nonsense! You are the most outstanding son of the Xiao clan. How could you possibly be unworthy of the Phoenix Empress’s daughter? Look at all the talented young men across the land—how many can compare to you? Moreover, the Phoenix Empress herself holds you in high regard." Great Emperor Xiao Tian said.

Xiao Junyan took a deep breath and said, "Old Predecessor, do you even know who Yun Qi is?"

"Who could she possibly be? She’s nothing more than the Azure Emperor’s junior disciple. Now that her meridians are completely destroyed and her dantian is cracked, she can never cultivate again for the rest of her life—she’s just like an ordinary mortal." The Great Emperor Xiao Tian said. Upon giving it some thought, he realized there seemed to be an underlying meaning in his own words, and he couldn’t help but frown, a vague sense of foreboding rising in his heart.

"What do you mean by that? Is there a problem with her status?" he couldn’t help but ask.

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