He opened his mouth and inhaled, drawing the energy into his body, which then flowed onto the "Free Celestial Demon Map." It seemed as if the outlines of the white-clothed Immortal’s eyes and the Nine-Child Demon Mother Shackles in his hands had produced a slight thickening, yet it didn’t seem to have happened at all. After all, the life energy from this venomous snake was incredibly weak.
Song Yan’s pupils contracted slightly.
This scene gave him a new plan.
Killing people for sacrifice wouldn’t be necessary, but demon beasts... that would work.
Without this mysterious Netherworld Tree, his plan would have been to return to the Formless Ancient Race, mediate disputes, form alliances, and strengthen his own Cultivation Alliance. All the while, he would use his energy to wait for resources to cultivate...
But after learning about the "four-level division of the Profound Land" and the impending arrival of the "Dark Era," such methods seemed insignificant, akin to playing house in the eyes of great beings.
If that were the case, he might as well use the Formless Ancient Race to gather the necessary cultivation resources and be a happy tree planter here.
Subsequently, Song Yan observed here patiently for a month, placed numerous hidden arrays and illusion arrays, and discreetly arranged many shadow puppets around. Only after confirming all was safe did he seal the cave entrance and leave, concealing his presence as he went.
After leaving, he repeatedly returned to observe, ensuring there was no danger before truly departing.
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...
Over two months later...
Ripples spread across the entrance of the Ancestral Vein Secret Realm of the Formless Ancient Race.
Song Yan stepped in.
From above, Ancestor Ningxin cast his gaze.
Song Yan transformed into a rainbow and ascended directly, landing by the Celestial Pool in autumn.
A wild wind rose, sweeping fallen leaves onto the lake’s surface, where a figure of a Divine Maiden in a green gown sat with legs crossed, her cold demeanor as alluring as ever, unmoved by the man’s gaze before her.
Ancestor Ningxin did not ask why he returned so late but instead smiled faintly and said, "Don’t blame others. The little girl ultimately can’t keep up with your thoughts."
Seeing Song Yan remain silent, Ancestor Ningxin said, "Rest assured, however you accomplished these things, the little girl did not say, nor did I ask. She has returned to Gusha Mountain to cultivate. Everyone has secrets; you do, and so do I. For longevity, one must respect others’ secrets."
Song Yan directly tossed over a storage bag.
Upon receiving it, Ancestor Ningxin found it filled with jade stones that could enhance comprehension.
She suddenly turned coquettish, lifting her fine jade foot to ripple the water, then smiled back, saying, "Come, let me reward you. Whatever you wish to do today, I’ll accompany you."
Song Yan asked, "Is that how you reward people, Ancestor?"
Ancestor Ningxin replied, "With your abilities, of course, I’m considering you as a Dao companion and allowing you to touch. Otherwise... what did you think?"
The continuous journey and concern for the future brought a trace of weariness to Song Yan. He slowly approached, lifted Ancestor Ningxin’s chin, suddenly tore open her clothes, and embraced her as they plunged into the Celestial Pool together.
The water churned as their desires intertwined, bubbles of air rising while they sank deeper and deeper, finally resting in the vast watery world.
At the bottom of the pool, a gigantic Yin Yang Profound Dragon lay silently submerged, while the two floated in the dark icy pool, drifting in the jade waters as if ascending to immortality.
When it ended, the sky was filled with stars.
The two nestled beneath the old tree by the Celestial Pool, not yet a Dao couple but as sweet as the most loving spouses.
Ancestor Ningxin stroked his strong chest, saying, "This time, you did remarkably well, far exceeding my expectations. I intend to appoint you as our clan’s leader after your next Void Edge expedition. By then, I’ll guard the ancestral vein, and you’ll oversee the clan. Our Formless Ancient Race will surely reach new heights."
Song Yan said, "I need a Heaven-Stealing Pill. Can you obtain one for me?"
"A Heaven-Stealing Pill?"
Ancestor Ningxin’s eyes revealed deep thought before exclaiming, "You mean the Heaven-Damaging Pill? That elixir is typically consumed by physically powerful demon tribes. You want it?"
Song Yan nodded, "Yes, I do."
The Divine Maiden in green arched her snowy neck, her small feet playing along his muscular body back and forth, then laughed, "Truly a body as strong as that of a demon. However, this pill is hard to find... I’ll try to think of a way."
Song Yan suddenly asked, "If I don’t become the clan leader, will you still get it for me?"
The green-clad maiden paused, asking, "Why do you ask that?"
Song Yan said, "I have already earned my fame, and while everyone could become a Formless Celestial Venerable, I have more important things to do."
The green-garbed maiden inquired, "What things?"
Song Yan replied, "Things that can make me stronger. Princess Xi should have reported to you by now; the Five Elements Celestial Calamity Beast is already awakening, and the Dark Era is soon upon us. I want to spend more time cultivating. I have reached the Late Stage of Purple Mansion; each clan member’s token carries my aura. If I need to act, I can execute it from afar."
The Divine Maiden in green asked in wonder, "You can become even stronger?"
Song Yan embraced her waist, saying, "If Ancestor comes with me, I’ll tell you."
They looked at each other quietly, and Ancestor Ningxin laughed, "Fine, as you wish, it will ultimately benefit our clan."
Song Yan got up and dressed himself.
The Divine Maiden in green wrapped herself in a green veil, concealing the extensive snowy skin exposed before and returned her face to its original cold indifference, legs tightly aligned, perfectly joined. She said softly, "I will do my utmost to obtain the Heaven-Damaging Pill for you. However, if the clan requires your presence, you must come. As for the clan leader position, there’s no need to defer. After all, it will require you to reach the Divine Infant Realm first."