The blond-haired Hokage, starting from before Hinata's wedding.

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Yu Liu looked at Qiu Xiaoming's sleeping face, a happy smile curving her lips.

"Sister Yu Liu, you're awake!" Qiu Xiaoming noticed Yu Liu's movement, slowly opened his eyes, rubbed his sleepy eyes, and whispered to Yu Liu.

"Mmm." Yu Liu responded softly, stretched out her right arm, hugged Qiu Xiaoming's body, and gently leaned into Qiu Xiaoming's arms.

"Xiaoming, I feel so happy!" Yu Liu said contentedly, leaning against Qiu Xiaoming's chest.

"Hehe, I'm quite happy too." Qiu Xiaoming gently stroked Yu Liu's delicate nose and said affectionately.

"Hehe, Xiaoming, I'll play with you every day from now on, okay?" Yu Liu said to Qiu Xiaoming with a sweet smile.

She had come to enjoy the fun of playing and didn't want to live a life where she was disliked anymore. So, she decided to spend every day playing with Qiu Xiaoming and be happy with him forever.

"Of course!" Qiu Xiaoming smiled with satisfaction. Yu Liu's statement filled him with a sense of accomplishment.

He was very satisfied with the change in Yu Liu, who used to hate him so much.

"Hehe~" After receiving Qiu Xiaoming's affirmative answer, Yu Liu felt even sweeter. She buried her little head in Qiu Xiaoming's arms again and took the initiative to attack once more.

The baguette stayed inside the Water Curtain Cave all night and never came out.

"Sister Yu Liu, are you still going to play?" Qiu Xiaoming shook his head with a wry smile when he saw Yu Liu take the initiative to attack.

"Can't I? I just want to play!" Yu Liu pouted, looking aggrieved. "We agreed to play every day, and today is a new day!"

Qiu Xiaoming was both amused and exasperated upon hearing this, but since Yu Liu insisted, there was nothing he could do.

So he had no choice but to play with Yu Liu again.

[Ding! The task of comforting Yu Liu is complete. Reward: 500 Affection Points.]

[Ding! Intimate Paradise Reward! Since the host successfully won over Yu Liu, four system lottery draws are awarded as a reward.]

As Qiu Xiaoming came out of Yu Liu's room, the system notification sounded that the mission was completed.

After completing this task, Qiu Xiaoming will have a total of 4400 affection points and sixteen system lottery draws.

[Ding! Intimate Paradise Quest: Rescue Xiao Yu, Time Limit: 8 hours, Reward: 500 Affection Points, 3 Four Underworld Points, 7 Er. 罒 is the number.]

Just as Qiu Xiaoming was about to go check on Xiao Mei and Xue Ni, the system task suddenly sounded again.

"Huh? Save Xiao Yu? What happened to Xiao Yu?" Qiu Xiaoming frowned, then immediately walked towards Xue Ni's room.

"Xiao Ming!" When Xue Ni saw Qiu Xiao Ming arrive, she excitedly jumped into his arms, giving him a few light pecks on the lips, and then said, "Xiao Ming, did you come to play with me?"

Qiu Xiaoming gently shook his head.

Seeing this, Xue Ni pouted.

"Alright, where is Xiao Yuren? Did something happen to her?" Qiu Xiaoming gently patted Xue Ni's back and asked in confusion.

"What happened? What could possibly happen to her? Didn't she say she was going to help the law enforcement team when you were here last time?" Xue Ni tilted her head and thought for a while before saying this.

"She's been gone for so long, and she still hasn't come back?" Qiu Xiaoming frowned slightly and muttered to himself.

"Could something really have happened to her?" Xue Ni became nervous and said anxiously, "Should we send someone out to check?"

"No need, I'll go find Elder Su Qian." Qiu Xiaoming shook his head, put Xue Ni down, and then headed towards Elder Su Qian's office.

At the same time, Xiao Yan had just come out of Elder Su Qian's office, his face dark as he talked to Lin Yan beside him.

"Big Brother!" Xiao Yan called out when he saw Qiu Xiaoming.

"What's wrong? Why do you have such a dark face?" Qiu Xiaoming asked, puzzled, seeing Xiao Yan's dark expression. Could it be related to Xiao Yu?

"I was just about to ask you, brother, why are you in such a hurry? Is something urgent?" Xiao Yan asked, puzzled. "Are you also involved with the Black Alliance?"

"The Black Alliance?" Qiu Xiaoming was stunned for a moment before he remembered that this organization was founded by Xiao Yan's senior brother, Han Feng.

“Xiao Yu is missing. She’s been on a mission for so long and hasn’t returned. I came to ask Elder Su Qian if something has happened,” Qiu Xiaoming said slowly after a moment of silence.

"What!" Xiao Yan was shocked upon hearing this: "Where is Sister Xiao Yu also?"

"It might really be related to that Black Alliance," Qiu Xiaoming said, frowning as he looked at Xiao Yan.

Although Han Feng didn't attack Xiao Yu in the original novel, it also didn't mention that Ruolin and Xue Ni came to the inner courtyard.

Moreover, it's not impossible that Han Feng has been colluding with the Soul Palace and has his eyes on the Xiao family.

“It’s possible. Lin Yan just told me that the forces that went to besiege my second brother are extremely powerful. Among them, there are at least three Dou Wang experts and one Dou Huang expert.” Xiao Yan said solemnly.

"Battle Emperor? I'd like to see just how powerful this Battle Emperor really is." Qiu Xiaoming said with a cold snort, a glint of light flashing in his eyes.

“Brother, the Inner Court Elder is being mobilized by the Grand Elder to prepare for a major battle against the ‘Black Alliance,’ so I’m afraid he won’t be able to spare any more time,” Xiao Yan said, frowning.

"Don't worry!" Qiu Xiaoming waved his hand and said in a deep voice, "He's just a Dou Huang, I don't believe he's as powerful as a Dou Zong!"

"Big brother, are you asking Queen Medusa to take action?" Xiao Yan was taken aback at first, then his eyes suddenly flashed with a sharp light as he excitedly asked.

If Queen Medusa were willing to take action, that so-called Battle Emperor would be utterly weak.

"Um, will Queen Medusa listen to you?" Xiao Yan asked anxiously again.

After all, he had a grudge against Queen Medusa, and this was a family matter. He was really afraid that Queen Medusa would refuse to help because of him.

"Brother Xiao Yan, just wait for my good news. With your elder brother taking action, would Cai Lin dare to disobey?" Qiu Xiaoming proudly raised his head and said calmly.

"Big Brother is so powerful and domineering!" Xiao Yan immediately gave a thumbs up and praised.

"Go to Panmen and call the others to set up the scene. I'll go call Cai Lin." Qiu Xiaoming patted Xiao Yan on the shoulder and then hurried towards his room.

Not long after, Qiu Xiaoming brought Cai Lin, Zi Yan, and Yu Liu to the spatial gate.

Xiao Yan had also gathered the members of the Panmen Sect and waited there for a long time.

Chapter 199 I'll Protect You

Somewhere deep in the mountains.

"Xiao Yu, quickly take your classmate away from here." Xiao Li looked at the several figures standing in mid-air, blocking Xiao Yu's way, and said in a deep voice.

"Second Brother, I'll go with you!" Xiao Yu shook her head heavily and said stubbornly, "I can't leave you here alone!"

"Hu Jia, you go first and tell Qiu Xiaoming what's going on here." Xiao Yu wouldn't abandon Xiao Li, so she turned to Hu Jia and said.

She hadn't valued the Xiao family's kinship very much before, and it was too late when the Xiao clan met with disaster. Now, how could she possibly watch the few remaining members of the Xiao family die in front of her?

Even though her current strength is insignificant, she is unwilling to abandon any member of the Xiao family.

"Hmph!" Hu Jia snorted, brandishing her whip, and said, "Xiao Yu, you underestimate me too much. Do you think I, Hu Jia, am the kind of person who would abandon my companions and run away alone?"

"Hu Jia, you..."

Xiao Yu was about to say something when Hu Jia waved her hand, interrupting her, "Alright, my mind is made up, Xiao Yu, don't try to persuade me anymore."

"Heh, what a touching scene!" Fan Lao glanced indifferently at Xiao Li and his men, who were preparing to fight to the death. A disdainful smile appeared on Fan Lao's lips as he waved his hand: "Kill them!"

Upon hearing Fan Lao's command, the three Dou Wang experts behind him let out a low shout, and their three figures, imbued with a powerful aura, hurtled down from the sky like meteorites.

With the combined efforts of three Dou Wang powerhouses, even the air itself made a hissing sound.

Looking at the three figures rushing towards him, Xiao Li's eyes were solemn. He could easily deal with one Dou Wang, and he wouldn't be too worried about two Dou Wangs, but he had almost no chance of winning against three Dou Wangs.

Moreover, above these three Dou Wangs is Fan Lao, who also has to protect his cousin Xiao Yu and prevent her from getting into trouble here.

But even knowing he had no chance of winning, he wouldn't be afraid in the slightest. He was willing to risk his life for these three Dou Wangs.

"Want to die? I'll grant your wish!" Xiao Li shouted, tightening his grip on his spear before charging towards the three Dou Wangs.

"Bang! Rumble!"

The two collided instantly, and the violent impact caused all the surrounding trees to shatter. A terrifying gust of wind swept outwards, blowing the surrounding boulders into the air and into the valley.

"Bang bang bang!" Xiao Li fought three Dou Wangs alone, but did not gain the slightest advantage.

On the other hand, the three Battle Kings all had a deep sense of shock on their faces. In fact, they even felt a slight sense of pressure under such an attack!

"Damn it, how is Xiao Li so powerful?" Fan Lao watched Xiao Li's battle with the three Dou Wangs with a gloomy expression, his eyes flashing with ruthlessness.

Then his gaze fell on Xiao Yu, a sinister smile spreading across his face. He shouted at Xiao Li, "Xiao Li, no matter how powerful you are, can you protect your sister?"

"Bastard! If you've got the guts, fight me!" Upon hearing Fan Lao's words, Xiao Li's expression changed drastically, and he roared with bloodshot eyes before rushing towards Fan Lao.

However, as soon as he took a step, the three Dou Wangs rushed over and blocked Xiao Li's way.

"Xiao Li, you'd better just accept your death!" a Dou Wang shouted, then his Dou Qi surged, his fists danced, carrying a powerful and fierce aura, and he smashed out fiercely.

The other two Dou Wangs were not to be outdone, and they unleashed their Dou Techniques, their violent Dou Qi roaring out and finally converging at one point, fiercely attacking Xiao Li!

At the same time, Fan Lao also rushed towards Xiao Yu, his claws flashing out like lightning, bringing with them a sharp and piercing cold light.

"Everyone from the Xiao family, die!" Fan Lao narrowed his eyes as he watched Xiao Yu rush towards him, then a cold and cruel smile appeared on his lips.

"Am I really going to die here?" Xiao Yu looked at the rapidly approaching attack and her pretty face turned pale as she murmured in despair.

"Qiu Xiaoming, will I never see you again?" Xiao Yu slowly closed her beautiful eyes, Qiu Xiaoming's image appearing in her mind.

"Whoosh whoosh whoosh!" Just as Fan Lao was about to grab Xiao Yu's throat, several shuriken suddenly shot out from the void and hurtled towards Fan Lao.

Upon sensing the sudden attack, Fan Lao's pupils constricted sharply, and he quickly retreated, abandoning his attack on Xiao Yu.

"Who? Get out here! How dare you interfere in the affairs of our 'Black Alliance'!" Fan Lao shouted coldly, his face grim and his eyes fixed on the void.

"Swish!"

In the next instant, several figures slowly appeared, none other than Qiu Xiaoming and his group.

"Sister Xiao Yu, are you alright?" Qiu Xiaoming quickly walked up to Xiao Yu and asked with concern.

"Qiu Xiaoming!" When Xiao Yu saw Qiu Xiaoming suddenly appear, she could no longer contain her excitement and burst into tears, throwing herself into his arms, tears streaming down her face.

"Sister Xiao Yu, don't be afraid, I'm here, no one will hurt you." Seeing Xiao Yu's heartbroken appearance, Qiu Xiaoming comforted her, his eyes filled with tenderness.

"Waaaaah... Qiu Xiaoming, I thought I'd never see you again!" Xiao Yu hugged Qiu Xiaoming's waist tightly and wailed, as if she wanted to release all her grievances and pain.

"It's alright, it's alright, I'll protect you now." Qiu Xiaoming gently patted Xiao Yu's back and coaxed her softly.

"A mere nobody like you dares to play the hero in front of my 'Black Alliance'?" Fan Lao looked at Qiu Xiaoming with a sinister smile, then lunged at him and coldly shouted, "Since you want to play the hero, then I'll send you to your grave!"

"Whoosh!" However, just as he was about to pounce on Qiu Xiaoming, a seven-colored streak swept across, forcing him back.

"How dare a mere Dou Huang be so presumptuous in front of me?" Cai Lin stared at Fan Lao with a gloomy face, her eyes filled with murderous intent, clearly provoked by anger.

Qiu Xiaoming is her little sweetheart and darling, how could she allow anyone else to bully her little darling!

"Hehe, Sect Leader Fan, it's been two years, and you've become more and more imposing. Back then, you were lucky enough to escape with your life. I wonder if you'll be so lucky today?" At the same time, Xiao Yan arrived with the people from Panmen and looked at Fan Lao with a mocking tone.

"Xiao Yan, you're still alive?" Fan Lao looked at Xiao Yan, who suddenly appeared in mid-air, his face grim.

"Third brother!" Xiao Li shouted excitedly upon hearing Xiao Yan's voice.

"Second Brother! I've come to save you!" Xiao Yan nodded slightly to Xiao Li, then looked at Fan Lao and said, "You old codger, you're not dead, how could I be?"

"Then today, I will personally send you on your way!" A venomous glint flashed in Fan Lao's eyes as he suddenly charged forward, rushing towards Xiao Yan.

Chapter 200 You came to my room, and I'll tell you something.

Xiao Yan flipped his hand, and the enormous Xuan Heavy Ruler flashed out. With a casual swing of the ruler, a low, booming sound formed beneath it, eventually blowing away all the rubble on the ground.

"Sect Leader Fan, today, I'm going to take your old life!" Xiao Yan pointed the heavy ruler at Fan Lao opposite him, his smiling voice filled with unparalleled killing intent.

As Xiao Yan finished speaking, a faint emerald green battle qi surged out from his body, like a tangible flame, churning endlessly on his body surface, and then met Fan Lao's attack!

"boom!"

The moment the two collided, a muffled sound was produced, and an invisible ripple of air spread out, destroying all the weeds within a radius of nearly a hundred meters.

Both retreated three zhang (approximately 10 meters) before stopping, facing each other in a tense standoff, neither willing to concede.

"Such powerful strength!" Xiao Yan frowned slightly. He could clearly feel that he was slightly at a disadvantage in the previous exchange.

But he was not discouraged. After all, he was only a Dou Wang, while Fan Lao was already a Dou Huang. The difference was obvious.

Moreover, with two Dou Zong powerhouses, Cai Lin and Yu Liu, supporting them, he can unleash his full power without any reservations!

Xiao Yan took a deep breath, adjusted his state, and his fighting spirit surged forth. Holding the Xuan Heavy Ruler, he charged towards Fan Lao once again.

"Sister Xiao Yu, are you alright?" Qiu Xiaoming glanced at Xiao Yan and Fan Lao fighting in mid-air, then looked at Xiao Yu in his arms and asked with concern.

Xiao Yu wiped away the tears on her cheeks and choked out, "Thank you, Xiao Ming. If you hadn't come in time, I'm afraid I would have really met with disaster."

"I was really scared to death. When I came out of the tower, I saw that you hadn't returned from your mission yet, and I was really worried that something had happened to you." Qiu Xiaoming breathed a sigh of relief and said thankfully.

When Xiao Yu heard how worried Qiu Xiaoming was about her, a sweet smile immediately appeared on her pretty face as she leaned against Qiu Xiaoming's chest.

Xiao Yu glanced at Xiao Yan in mid-air, then said gratefully, "Xiao Ming, you saved Xiao Yan, you saved Second Brother, and you saved me too. I really don't know how to thank you enough."

“There’s no need for such formalities between us. Xiao Yan is my brother. If he’s in trouble, I certainly won’t stand idly by,” Qiu Xiaoming shook his head and smiled.