Xiao Ye, after leaving Emperor Valley, didn’t head directly to the lodgings of Heavenly Palace Disciples but instead made for one of Taiyi Palace’s treasure lands—the Spirit King Pool!
The Heavenly Treasure Record that he cultivated was passed down to him by Elder Yang, who guarded the Spirit King Pool.
Moreover, when Wu Pojun falsely accused him, Elder Yang had been prepared to stand up for him and help clear his name. Even though the elder didn’t appear in the end, the goodwill shown was worth gratitude. It was only natural for Xiao Ye to visit him now.
After all, without Elder Yang’s benevolence in passing down the Heavenly Treasure Record, he would never have achieved his current cultivation.
Following the familiar path, Xiao Ye flew through Taiyi Palace.
Despite suffering severe losses due to Ultimate Palace’s sneak attack—the devastation turning vast lands into scorched earth—under the leadership of Emperor Realm Elders and disciples, many places had already been reconstructed.
Taiyi Palace was amidst rebuilding in the aftermath of the disaster.
Hovering above the Heavenly Dome, Xiao Ye could see that Taiyi Palace was gradually regaining its former majesty.
The disciples within the palace couldn’t help but reveal a look of reverence upon seeing Xiao Ye. The source of this content ɪs novęlfire.net
During this time, without question, the one who garnered the most attention in Taiyi Palace was none other than Xiao Ye!
From his display of terrifying potential at the Holy Banquet—overpowering Jun Shitian in the same realm—to the Taiyi Palace Master taking special notice of him, Xiao Ye was receiving unprecedented attention!
The disciples from the Four Main Halls were well aware.
With the resources of Taiyi Palace tilted in his favor, Xiao Ye, who had overpowered Jun Shitian, was destined to become a devilish disciple of the Main Hall. It was a foregone conclusion that he might even replace Lin Feng and become the foremost devilish disciple.
After a while, following the familiar path, Xiao Ye had already arrived near the Spirit King Pool.
Since the disciples of the Four Main Halls had ceased cultivation to actively help with the reconstruction work, the Spirit King Pool was particularly tranquil at this time.
It was still the same unpretentious stone hut. Xiao Ye straightened his robes and knocked on the door.
"Hmm?" After a long wait without Elder Yang appearing, Xiao Ye couldn’t help frowning.
Could it be unfortunate timing, Elder Yang happened to be out?
Thinking this, Xiao Ye knocked again. But due to exerting a bit too much force this time, the door, weathered by wind and rain, was pushed open by him.
"The door wasn’t latched properly." Xiao Ye pondered for a moment before deciding to enter and stepped forward.
The stone hut, modest in appearance, housed another world within—a Small World that wasn’t very large.
Xiao Ye, looking at the familiar scene, felt emotionally moved and was about to fly towards the Spirit King Pool when suddenly his eyes focused, and his expression darkened.
Before him, a thousand steps away, sat an old man in grey robes with disheveled hair. He was seated cross-legged atop a giant boulder. His aged body trembling slightly, his complexion pale and a trace of blood at the corner of his mouth—it was a shocking sight.
The instant Xiao Ye saw the old man, he recognized him. It was Elder Yang, who had taught him the Heavenly Treasure Record. And from his current state, he looked to have suffered a great injury.
No wonder Elder Yang hadn’t responded when he knocked on the door.
A fierce light flashed in Xiao Ye’s eyes as he flew swiftly toward him, taking out a porcelain bottle from his Space Ring and retrieving a Healing Pill to administer to Elder Yang.
The Elixirs on Xiao Ye, although only of King-level grade and not very useful for an Emperor Realm powerhouse, were after all healing pills and had some effect.
At that moment, Elder Yang’s thin eyelids fluttered, as if aware of the presence beside him, and he opened his cloudy eyes to block the Elixir that Xiao Ye was offering.
"Xiao Ye, this Elixir won’t do me any good, and there is no treasure in the world that can heal me. Don’t waste your effort," Elder Yang’s voice carried an undeniable weariness.
Xiao Ye was stunned for a moment, then silently withdrew the Elixir, speaking in a deep voice, "Elder Yang, what exactly happened? How did you get hurt?"
In Xiao Ye’s eyes, Elder Yang was like his Master, and seeing him injured, he couldn’t help but be anxious.
"Heh heh..." Seeing Xiao Ye’s concerned look, Elder Yang felt a sudden warmth in his heart and slowly said, "It’s an old problem of mine, better left unmentioned."
Reaching this point, Elder Yang gazed at Xiao Ye with satisfaction and said, "I had agreed with Tian Jiu to stand up for you during the Holy Banquet and clear the accusations against you. Unfortunately, my old problem flared up just then, preventing me from attending the banquet."
"Luckily, you were fortunate enough to have met two talented individuals with powerful backgrounds who helped you clear your name. It seems my initial judgment was not wrong."
Xiao Ye couldn’t help but laugh and cry at the same time.
At such a time, Elder Yang still had the inclination to say these things. To Xiao Ye, it felt warm to hear such explanations.
"Elder Yang, we in Taiyi Palace are a top Sect Force in Central State, only second to the Four Great Emperor Domains. There must be a treasure that can heal your injuries. Tell me, and I’ll go to the Palace Master," Xiao Ye quickly said.
"Haha!" To Xiao Ye’s surprise, Elder Yang burst into hearty laughter upon hearing this.
"On the verge of the coffin, to find such an interesting successor like you, even if I die now, I would die content."
Having said that, Elder Yang suddenly stopped laughing and looked at Xiao Ye intently, speaking word by word, "Young man, do you truly wish to help me?"
Xiao Ye was stunned, then nodded gravely.
"Good!" Elder Yang smiled with satisfaction. "Then focus on your cultivation. When your cultivation reaches the Seventh Level of the King Martial, I will naturally tell you where the ancient ruins I accidentally entered are located."
"The old injuries on my body do not respond to any treasures from the Holy Palace. Only the treasures within those ancient ruins may hold the possibility of healing. If you are willing, I can hold on until that time."
Xiao Ye’s pupils constricted as a glint flashed in his eyes.
The Heavenly Treasure Record that Elder Yang possessed was obtained from those ancient ruins, and now Elder Yang was finally willing to reveal this information to him.
He was extremely curious about what kind of place it was!