Chapter 100: The Elder with Black Eyes
The altar was entirely black, as if cast from cold iron. Numerous stone pillars stood upon it, giving it an eerie appearance. At the center of the altar stood an especially large black pillar. At the top of this pillar was an ancient symbol array that connected all the stone pillars together.
Xiao Tian knew that this was originally the place where the Devouring Ancestral Symbol was kept. However, this symbol had already been taken by the Yin Puppet Sect. It was with the help of this Devouring Ancestral Symbol that the sect master of the Yin Puppet Sect managed to break through to the peak of the Creation Stage.
Of course, Xiao Tian knew that without the help of the previous owner of the Ancestral Symbol, it would be challenging to refine it even if one obtained it. He slowly approached the black pillar and sat down cross-legged in front of it. Xiao Tian summoned his five natal soul symbols and lightly touched the black stone pillar.
"Buzz!"
Instantly, the pillar began to tremble, emitting waves of ripples that spread across the entire pillar. As these ripples expanded, a black vortex appeared, emanating a slight suction force. In a flash, Xiao Tian stepped into the vortex.
He felt a moment of darkness before finding himself on a vast, desolate plain. In his line of sight, there was another massive black stone pillar. At the top of this pillar stood a figure ā a white-haired elder in black robes, radiating a mysterious aura. As Xiao Tian approached, the elder's tightly closed eyes suddenly opened. Strangely, his eyes had no whites, only an abyssal blackness.
At that moment, Xiao Tian felt his soul wanting to drift out of his body.
"After so many years, someone has finally arrived..." the elder said, his black eyes locking onto Xiao Tian.
"Junior Xiao Tian greets Senior!" Xiao Tian respectfully bowed.
"You've come for the Devouring Ancestral Symbol, haven't you?" The elder's ancient face broke into a smile. "Your natal soul symbols seem to have been created by imprinting the Devouring Ancestral Symbol. It appears you have a connection with it."
"Yes, I've come seeking the Devouring Ancestral Symbol," Xiao Tian confirmed. "Senior, you must be the previous owner of the Devouring Ancestral Symbol."
"Indeed," the elder replied. "But that was my true self. What stands before you now is merely a remnant of my memory."
The elder then looked at Xiao Tian with some surprise. "I didn't expect to find the famous Sky Demon Marten of the demon clan within you."
"So, you noticed me," Little Marten said, appearing and looking at the elder warily.
"The Devouring Ancestral Symbol was taken three years ago. However, even if it was taken, without entering this place, it cannot be refined," the elder explained. "Before I died, I set a seal. The method to break it lies within this memory remnant."
As he spoke, he looked at Xiao Tian, attempting to explore his secrets. But the stone talisman in Xiao Tian's possession emitted a glow that blocked the elder's probing.
"Interesting," the elder murmured, surprised. "It seems you have many secrets. However, since you have made it here, it means the Devouring Ancestral Symbol should see the light of day once more."
With that, the black stone pillar beneath the elder exploded, emitting numerous black beams that intertwined to form a solid black symbol. The symbol floated into Xiao Tian's hand, cold to the touch and exuding a strange, sentient black glow.
"This symbol will help you break the seal. Whether you can gain the Ancestral Symbol's recognition depends on your own fate. Remember, the Ancestral Symbols are treasures meant to protect the world. You must safeguard this world in the future..."
As his voice faded, the elder's figure began to dissipate.
"Senior, I will," Xiao Tian solemnly nodded, bowing deeply.
...
Emerging from the underground, Xiao Tian immediately saw Mu Qianqian and others.
"I didn't expect Xiao Tian to get here first!" Mu Qianqian smiled charmingly, her demeanor seductive.
Ignoring her allure, Xiao Tian glanced at the members of the Yin Puppet Sect and said, "To be honest, I didn't find anything too precious here. The real treasure was taken by the Yin Puppet Sect three years ago."
"Oh?" Mu Qianqian looked at the Yin Puppet Sect members. "Teng Lei, what did your sect obtain here three years ago?"
"He's talking nonsense!" Teng Lei denied, his eyes flickering. The treasure was crucial for his sect's future, so he naturally kept quiet about it. He then bowed to Xiao Tian and said, "Xiao Tian, we shall take our leave."
With that, Teng Lei and his men quickly departed, as if afraid Xiao Tian would attack them if they delayed.
Mu Qianqian turned to Xiao Tian, asking, "Xiao Tian, are you also here for the Creation Martial Tablet?"
Xiao Tian nodded. "Yes, I've heard it contains Creation Martial Arts."
"Indeed, some who came before have obtained such arts," Mu Qianqian said, her eyes filled with anticipation. Creation Martial Arts were highly coveted, even for her.
"Would you like to join me, Xiao Tian?" Mu Qianqian offered.
"No, I'll move faster alone. If I'm late, the treasures might be gone," Xiao Tian declined, turning to leave.
"Hmph!" Mu Qianqian snorted. "Am I really that unattractive?"
...
Xiao Tian continued, finding a few Nirvana Pills along the way but only in small quantities. After several days, he finally arrived at a vast, ancient square. The square, spanning several thousand meters, was paved with green stones, exuding an ancient, timeless aura. At its center was a stone platform with a simple, wordless stone tablet standing upon it, emitting an eternal, mysterious energy.
When Xiao Tian arrived, others were already present.
"I didn't expect to find a quasi-heavenly treasure here. This Creation Martial Tablet likely has its own spirit," Little Marten told Xiao Tian. "Try communicating with it to see if you can gain any benefits."
As more people gathered, a beam of light finally descended onto the tablet.
"Buzz!"
The light triggered deep, resonant sounds from the tablet, echoing through the heavens and seeming to cleanse the spirit. Ten beams of light emerged from the tablet, forming ten meditation cushions on the stone platform. These ten cushions represented ten spots.
Xiao Tian was the first to sit on one. With news of the events in Daku City having spread, no one dared challenge this peak Creation Stage powerhouse.
"How arrogant!" Huang Pu Ying clenched his fists, his eyes filled with cold intent.
"Huang Pu Jing reminded him, "Brother Ying, do you think you can match a peak Creation Stage?"
"No," Huang Pu Ying admitted through gritted teeth. He wasn't even as strong as Lin Langtian, being only at the Great Perfection of the Creation Stage.
(End of Chapter)
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