Wang Yan
Wang Yan is the grandson of the Wang Clan's Second Elder and a contemporary of Wang Ying at Hongtian Academy. His early success under Lu Xun initially reinforces the clan's doubts about Zhang Xuan. (Chapter 27)
Biography
Leaving Lu Xun's tutelage
Wang Yan gains a rapid increase in strength after a lesson from Lu Xun, but watching Zhang Xuan's capabilities changes his judgment. He kneels to request permission to attend Zhang's classes and remains resolute even when reminded of Zhang's poor reputation. Lu Xun finally releases him, and Zhang allows Wang Yan to listen in, turning a clan comparison once used against Wang Ying into another endorsement of her teacher. (Chapters 27, 73–82)
Appearance and personality
Wang Yan is a young clan member willing to make an uncomfortable public change once convinced by direct evidence. His determination to leave a famous teacher persists despite pressure and warnings about Zhang Xuan. (Chapters 73–82)
Abilities and cultivation
His precise realm is not stated in the cited passages. A single lesson under Lu Xun reportedly increases his strength substantially, showing aptitude, while his later choice focuses on seeking better instruction rather than demonstrating a named technique. (Chapters 27, 82)
Relationships
- Wang Ying: Wang Yan is Wang Ying's clan peer and initially serves as the family's favorable comparison against her choice of teacher. (Chapter 27)
- Zhang Xuan: After witnessing Zhang's skill, Wang Yan leaves Lu Xun and gains permission to attend Zhang's lessons. (Chapters 73–82)
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