Battle Through The Heavens : I Am The Thunder Emperor

Chapter 60: Seeking Help from Xun'er

After learning the truth about his father's death, Mo Yu began formulating a plan. The Mo family's power was neither insignificant nor overwhelming. Within the Jia Ma Empire, the Mo family could be considered a formidable force, given that the empire's top ten experts were only at the Dou Wang level, while the Mo family boasted a Dou Ling (Dou Spirit) among its ranks. Such strength allowed them to dominate their region.

If Mo Yu had the same talent as his original self, he would have been stuck at the Dou Zhe (Dou Practitioner) level his whole life. With that level of power, seeking revenge against the Mo family would have been suicidal, which is why his grandfather never revealed the truth about his father's death to him.

However, to the current Mo Yu, the Mo family was merely a larger grasshopper. As long as he had a few years to grow stronger, a Dou Ling wouldn't be much of a threat. With this in mind, Mo Yu set aside thoughts of revenge for now and focused on another matter.

...

In the Xiao family, in Xun'er's private room.

This was the first time Mo Yu had visited the girl's room since his reincarnation. He rubbed his nose awkwardly but reminded himself that he needed Xun'er's help with something important, so he pressed on despite his discomfort.

"Cousin Mo Yu, you're a rare guest. What brings you here today?" Xun'er asked playfully. Her voice was light and clear, and her slender figure, dressed in a green outfit, began to reveal the subtle curves of her developing body.

Sipping the tea that Xun'er had personally prepared for him, Mo Yu smiled and said, "Hehe, before I leave, there's something I need your help with, Xun'er."

"Oh?" Xun'er blinked her bright eyes in curiosity. "It's rare for Cousin Mo Yu to need my help. That's unusual. But I remember how much you've helped Xiao Yan. If there's anything I can do, just say the word, and I'll do my best to help."

Although he knew Xun'er wouldn't refuse, Mo Yu still felt relieved hearing her say it. On the Dou Qi Continent, if Xun'er, as the young mistress of the Ancient Clan, personally made a request, it would almost certainly be fulfilled.

After taking another sip of tea and feeling the surge of energy within it, Mo Yu smiled. Instead of directly stating his request, he hinted at it. "This is excellent tea. I bet even the Jia Ma Empire's royal family couldn't afford to drink this. With such fine tea, I imagine the power behind you, Xun'er, must be extraordinary."

Seeing that Mo Yu wasn't getting to the point, Xun'er quickly caught on. She smiled and replied, "Due to certain reasons, I can't reveal much about the power behind me. I hope Cousin Mo Yu can understand. But if you need help from that power, I do hold a significant position within it and can lend some assistance."

Mo Yu couldn't help but smile at Xun'er's quick understanding. As the young mistress of the Ancient Clan, she wasn't just a pretty and innocent girl. Knowing her status within the Ancient Clan, Mo Yu was certain that her earlier modesty was an understatement. Now that Xun'er had agreed to help, he didn't beat around the bush any longer.

"Xun'er, could you ask your backing to help me locate the lower-ranked Heavenly Flames? If they find any, please inform me as soon as possible."

"Find Heavenly Flames?" Xun'er's beautiful eyes flickered at Mo Yu's request. What would be a monumental task for others didn't seem to faze her. She was merely curious. "Does Cousin Mo Yu need a Heavenly Flame?"

Recalling the brief flash of thunder he had seen Mo Yu use in the marketplace, Xun'er understood that her mysterious cousin didn't lack powerful tricks. While Heavenly Flames were rare and precious, the lower-ranked ones weren't necessarily as strong as they sounded.

Mo Yu nodded and said, "For certain reasons, I do need a lower-ranked Heavenly Flame. If you or your backers have any information, please let me know as soon as possible. Of course, if it's too difficult or you can't find any leads, I won't hold it against you."

Xun'er smiled sweetly. Wise beyond her years, she didn't pry into why Mo Yu needed a Heavenly Flame. Her eyes curved into a cute crescent shape as she responded, "Cousin Mo Yu, you're too polite. While Heavenly Flames are hard to find, they aren't impossible to track down. Give me three days, and I'll have some news for you."

"Thank you, Xun'er. If I have the chance in the future, I'll repay this favor." Mo Yu's eyes showed a hint of surprise. For Xun'er to claim she could find information on a Heavenly Flame within three days was a testament to the power and reach of the Ancient Clan.

On the Dou Qi Continent, even a Dou Sheng (Dou Saint) couldn't claim to have searched every corner. Yet Xun'er was confident in her ability to find a Heavenly Flame within three days. This confirmed just how mysterious and powerful the Ancient Clan truly was.

It was precisely for this reason that Mo Yu had sought Xun'er's help. Otherwise, even with his current abilities, it might take him years to find one of the lower-ranked Heavenly Flames.

"Hehe, Cousin Mo Yu, you've already done so much for Xiao Yan and me. There's no need to thank me," Xun'er said warmly.

With this matter settled, Mo Yu didn't linger in Xun'er's room. He quickly excused himself and left.

As Xun'er watched Mo Yu's figure disappear into the distance, her gaze remained calm and thoughtful, like a wise elder lost in contemplation. After a moment of silence, she suddenly spoke, her voice gentle yet carrying an undeniable authority that made it seem as though she was a different person.

"Come out…"

As her words fell, a green shadow suddenly separated from the darkness behind her. Kneeling respectfully behind Xun'er, the figure spoke in a reverent tone, "Miss."

"You heard Cousin Mo Yu's request. Go back and inform the clan that within three days, I need to know the whereabouts of the lower-ranked Heavenly Flames on the Heavenly Flame List," Xun'er commanded.

The green shadow hesitated briefly before replying, "Miss, the Dou Qi Continent is vast. Even the Jia Ma Empire is just a speck in its vastness. To locate a lower-ranked Heavenly Flame's whereabouts in three days would require an enormous effort from the clan. This level of authority is something you're only allowed to use once every two years. Do you really want to spend it on helping Young Master Mo Yu find a Heavenly Flame?"

Xun'er didn't respond immediately. Instead, she spoke softly, "Cousin Mo Yu has done a great service for Xiao Yan and me. Since he's asked, I can't refuse."

Hearing this, the green shadow paused and slowly nodded. He knew his mistress's nature well. If someone had done her a favor, she would feel obligated to repay it, especially if it involved Xiao Yan.

Sighing softly, the green shadow was about to withdraw when Xun'er's voice stopped him.

"Moreover, I believe that one day, our Ancient Clan may need to call upon Cousin Mo Yu's favor…"

Her ethereal voice echoed in the green shadow's ears like thunder, leaving him stunned.

The Ancient Clan was one of the eight most powerful families from ancient times. How could Mo Yu, merely a young genius from a small town, ever reach such terrifying heights that the Ancient Clan would need his help?

(Chapter ends)