Chapter 482: The Privileges of the Ancient Clan Elders
Xiao Ze's gaze settled on the distant Ancient Sacred City.
It was said that this city was built by a Dou Emperor of the Ancient Clan, and the barrier that enveloped the city contained a trace of the Dou Emperor's power. This power exerted a formidable pressure on the soul.
"Let's head down. To show our respect for the Dou Emperor, flying is forbidden within a thousand feet of the Ancient Sacred City," Xiao Ze said to Xiao Yi Xian and Qing Lin. The three of them quickly descended to the ground and began walking towards the city.
Even on foot, their pace was swift, and within a few breaths, they had covered the thousand feet distance and arrived near the city.
However, entry to the Ancient Sacred City was restricted. Even the invited guests had to go through cumbersome procedures to enter. Nonetheless, none of the many powerful guests present voiced any complaints, as they understood this was the territory of the Ancient Clan.
Anyone thinking of causing trouble would need to reckon with the hundred figures in black armor standing at the city gate. These armored figures stood straight, holding long spears and staring coldly at the approaching guests. The powerful aura emanating from these figures was a testament to the Ancient Clan's resources and heritage.
The invited guests were at least at the Dou Zong level. In the broader context of the continent, a Dou Zong could hold a significant position within a first-class force. Here, among the many invited guests, they were merely at the bottom.
Xiao Ze, along with Qing Lin and Xiao Yi Xian, slowly moved forward in the queue towards the city gate. After a while, it was finally their turn to undergo the entry procedures.
The leading black-armored warrior, with a stern expression, bowed to Xiao Ze and said, "Sir, please show the invitation jade slip from the Ancient Clan."
With a flash of his storage ring, Xiao Ze produced a black jade slip and handed it to the warrior. The burly warrior accepted the jade slip and, after a brief examination, his previously tense expression turned to one of surprise.
"So, it is the esteemed Chairman of the Pill Tower, Xiao Ze. Please enter the Ancient Sacred City to rest. Someone will guide you to your lodging, and in a few days, someone from our clan will escort you to the Ancient Realm."
The warrior's words caused a stir among the people in the queue behind Xiao Ze. They hadn't expected that the person ahead of them was the renowned Chairman of the Pill Tower, a ninth-tier alchemy grandmaster. Xiao Ze's image was well-known throughout the Central State.
"Thank you."
Xiao Ze took back the jade slip, smiled, and nodded at the warrior. Previously, he had used his soul power to conceal their presence. Otherwise, given his appearance and the beauty of Xiao Yi Xian and Qing Lin, they would have caused quite a commotion. Xiao Ze wanted to avoid unnecessary interactions with people who might seek to curry favor or otherwise cause trouble.
Under the guidance of the Ancient Clan's designated person, Xiao Ze entered the Ancient Sacred City. They arrived at an elegant courtyard, and the warrior respectfully asked, "Sir Xiao Ze, is this courtyard satisfactory? If there is anything you are not happy with, we can arrange a change."
"No need. This courtyard is excellent."
"Then please rest here, Sir Xiao Ze. In a few days, someone from our clan will come to take you to the Ancient Realm."
The warrior spoke courteously. Though he was a member of the Ancient Clan and his strength was notable on the Dou Qi continent, he was no match for Xiao Ze. The fact that Xiao Ze was a ninth-tier alchemy grandmaster alone commanded respect. Additionally, the elder's direct orders to take good care of Xiao Ze further underscored the importance of this guest.
Reflecting on the elder's prior instructions to treat Xiao Ze well, the warrior left after bowing. Xiao Ze watched him leave before entering the courtyard.
The Ancient Clan had indeed prepared a pleasant courtyard, rustic and elegant, adorned with various treasures that could calm the mind. It was also inscribed with array symbols to adjust the environment, ensuring comfort.
Normally, the Ancient Clan had dedicated guest houses for visitors, but Xiao Ze's special status, per the elder's instructions, warranted a superior arrangement.
"Young Master Xiao Ze, do you need me to go out and gather information about the Ancient Clan?" Qing Lin asked with a smile. At the Pill Tower, she often gathered important news for Xiao Ze during his seclusion or alchemy sessions.
"No need. With my current soul power, gathering information is much easier for me than for you," Xiao Ze said, smiling and patting Qing Lin's head.
With his soul power at the peak of the Heavenly Realm, he could effortlessly cover a range of ten thousand miles. Being in the Ancient Sacred City, learning about the Ancient Clan's affairs was simple. Moreover, he already had some understanding of the Ancient Clan and didn't need Qing Lin to investigate further.
Of course, Xiao Ze wouldn't overdo it. The Ancient Sacred City likely had Dou Saint-level experts. Being too reckless could provoke their displeasure.
Xiao Ze's gaze turned towards the core area of the Ancient Sacred City, sensing a powerful aura, at least at the mid-stage Dou Saint level.
In the original story, at this time, the elders' meeting to discuss Xun'er's marriage would have taken place. Xun'er's revelation at the meeting caused Xiao Yan to face opposition from the Ancient Clan's younger generation.
Now, Xiao Ze hadn't encountered such a situation. Instead, he had received preferential treatment and was assigned a very comfortable courtyard.
"Could it be that Xun'er has been in seclusion and didn't attend the elders' meeting?"
The thought crossed Xiao Ze's mind before he dismissed it. Not having unnecessary trouble was good. Although he wasn't afraid of any trouble, the absence of it was still preferable.
In the core area of the Ancient Sacred City, within a grand ancient tower inscribed with numerous array symbols, an elderly man with white whiskers slowly opened his eyes.
"So, he is the young man mentioned by that old Tong Xuan, the one interested in the young lady? Such talent and strength at his age are indeed terrifying!"
The elder stroked his beard, recalling what the old Tong Xuan had said upon his return to the Ancient Clan.
"Giving a ninth-tier treasure pill as a parting gift... The world of alchemists is truly insane," the elder muttered with a wry smile. Even in the Ancient Clan, ninth-tier treasure pills were incredibly rare.
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