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Xunuo dared not linger here, fearing that a few Foundation Establishment Ancestors might jump out from the Blood Hole. Ignoring the existence of the Foundation Establishment Stage and entering the Ancient Sect Ruins first had already drawn the ire of many, and he worried that even the Ancient Family Ancestors would not let him off easily.
However, after the fluctuations from the Blood Hole, what emerged were several Foundation Stage Practitioners. It turned out that Xunuo's reckless entry into the stone wall immediately provoked the other disciples from various families. Seeing that three Ancestors remained silent about whether to enter or not, several disciples who considered themselves powerful and held some status within their families could not bear to simply guard a treasure mountain while Gu Weitian took all the benefits. Almost simultaneously, they leaped into the Blood Hole in the stone wall.
As soon as these individuals entered the Blood Space, they suffered from the Yin Sha and hurriedly activated their powers to resist it. Once they stabilized their footing, Xunuo had long since vanished. However, these individuals were not to be underestimated; after regaining their composure and observing their surroundings, they noted that the five Gao Feng had their own unique features. Even leaving behind some remnants would be sufficient for them to share. Although they belonged to different families, there was no thought of fighting among them. In an instant, they activated their light and flew towards different peaks.
This Blood Space was not only thick with Yin Sha but also extremely cold. Strangely, under such frigid temperatures, the blood-colored Yin Sha flowed like water, showing no signs of freezing or solidifying. Xunuo piloted the Black Iron Boat and chose the most towering peak. This choice was not wrong; anyone would consider it the main peak and explore it first. Once on the Black Iron Boat, Xunuo released Cold Ice and inquired about his reason for coming in. Cold Ice then shared his insights.
There were widespread rumors about a Sect's inheritance within the Yin Sha Mist Sea, with several versions circulating. Cold Ice recounted one that closely matched what they had seen today: thousands of years ago, a Cultivator accidentally entered this Sect's ruins, and this rumor was passed down by his descendants. The Cultivator who entered the ruins ultimately transcended tribulations and ascended to become an immortal. Hearing this, Xunuo's heart stirred; this was a tremendous opportunity.
"What aligns with the rumors here?"
"The Blood Space," Cold Ice replied decisively. "The powerful figure in those tales obtained his Sect's inheritance here and achieved the Corpse Path before ultimately ascending."
"Corpse Path!" Xunuo exclaimed in surprise. "Could it be related to the Strange Person Sect and that senior who practiced The Method of the Undead?"
"Exactly," Cold Ice said as he pinched out a jade slip with one hand. "In recent years, I have carefully studied this jade slip bestowed by my benefactor and discovered that its Cultivation Method is remarkably similar to that practiced by the ascended being in those rumors. However, this Cultivation Method is constrained by the Soul Nurturing Pearl, making it nearly impossible for others to replicate. Today we have a chance to enter this place again; perhaps we can find a way to cultivate without relying on the Soul Nurturing Pearl. This Cultivation Method is a Main Road; it is worth facing countless dangers for."
"Main Road..."
Xunuo murmured this phrase several times. Indeed, he sought Dao Heart precisely because he hoped one day to point towards the Main Road. Although The Method of the Undead was peculiar and unorthodox, it undoubtedly led directly to the Main Road—a Cultivation Method far superior to those Loose Cultivators still struggling to advance to Foundation Establishment Stage. If he could obtain this inheritance, it would indeed be a path towards enlightenment. Moreover, Cold Ice was already a ready-made test subject; having lost his physical body, he needed soul reanimation to practice this method. If he could succeed, then Xunuo would have even less to worry about on this path.
Thinking of this, Xunuo felt a sudden clarity in his heart, but he immediately said, "Cold Friend, you are right. We must hurry and act swiftly to achieve our goal in the shortest time possible. If the passage closes or the Cultivation Sect arrives, it will be difficult for us to escape."
Cold Ice pondered for a moment and replied, "If the rumors are true, if we fail, we can only retreat the way we came. If we succeed, we will be expelled from this space."
Xunuo was overjoyed upon hearing this. "So there is a shortcut to leave. We must obtain this inheritance even more urgently."
"And we need to act quickly," Cold Ice added. "The information circulating here is chaotic and unreliable. However, in my previous life, I once explored the Ancient Cultivation Cave and nearly lost my life there. Fortunately, I acted quickly and was the first to seize a Black Banner artifact, which immediately expelled me from that place. Those companions who acted later were trapped and perished inside the Ancient Cultivation Cave."
Xunuo exclaimed in surprise, "Could it be that if someone succeeds, it triggers a mechanism?"
Cold Ice nodded. "Most Ancient Cultivation Caves have such precautions to ensure the safety of the Cave. Some even prevent anything from being taken out; as soon as any item is touched, the passage will close again, trapping any Cultivator who entered alive. However, since someone has exited from this ruin before, at least not everyone will be trapped."
Xunuo did not want to be trapped here. After listening to Cold Ice's words, he immediately placed his arms on both sides of the Black Iron Boat and infused it with mana. The speed of the Black Iron Boat suddenly increased. This Blood Space was not large; in a moment, Xunuo's Black Iron Boat flew toward the mountain peak. However, as the Black Iron Boat got closer to the peak, resistance grew stronger, and ultimately Xunuo had no choice but to retract the Black Iron Boat and walk toward the mountain on foot.
After approaching the peak for several miles, there was an anti-flight restriction. Fortunately, this restriction was merely cautionary and not punitive. It was said that some punitive anti-flight restrictions would exert their full force suddenly without any gradual pressure once you entered their zone; some low-level Cultivators could be crushed to death instantly.
As long as he did not take flight and his mana was unrestricted, Xunuo quickly reached the base of the mountain. A straight staircase rose into the clouds like a heavenly ladder; there were no other paths. Xunuo sighed; this would be a significant test of stamina. Taking a deep breath, he stepped onto the staircase and walked up a few steps when he suddenly stopped and grabbed Cold Ice by his side, his face pale gray as he said, "Don't move."
Cold Ice was a Soul Body and had no weight; he merely floated alongside Xunuo. Seeing Xunuo's ghostly complexion, he immediately summoned the Yin Soul Rope and cautiously looked around.
Xunuo's body stiffened as he grabbed hold of the Yin Soul Rope with his other hand and urged urgently, "Put away your artifact and do nothing."
Cold Ice was completely stunned but trusted Xunuo nonetheless; he stood still just like Xunuo. In this icy environment, sweat began to bead on Xunuo's forehead. Without turning back, he extended one foot backward into his previous footprint and took a step back. Then he followed suit again for another step back. In less than ten steps down the staircase, it took Xunuo an entire tea's worth of time to retreat completely.
"It is the Reversal of Heaven and Earth Five Elements Formation," Xunuo sighed at that moment.
"This is impossible!" Cold Ice exclaimed. "This is the Ancient Guardian Sect Formation, long ago..." At this point, Cold Ice's voice abruptly stopped. He suddenly realized that this site was indeed the ruins of the Ancient Sect, so it was not surprising to have such a protective formation. However, with the Reversal of Heaven and Earth Five Elements Formation guarding the mountain gate, they had no chance of breaking through, and Cold Ice immediately felt disheartened.
Xunuo was also exceptionally cautious. He had studied formations, especially the Sub-Array of the Reversal of Heaven and Earth Five Elements Formation, and only then did he sense the existence of this protective formation. If they rashly charged in, they might not even know how they died. Xunuo understood that there was no hope of exploring this peak, but other mountains should offer opportunities, provided that Cold Ice's rumor was true.
Xunuo quickly identified the nearest peak and turned to rush in that direction. Cold Ice soon understood Xunuo's thoughts and began analyzing their current situation together. If the next peak yielded no results or was similarly protected by a formation like this main peak, their journey would become significantly more dangerous, and they could very well end up trapped here with no way to escape. Cold Ice suggested that if there were no gains, Xunuo should withdraw first. Xunuo agreed; he did not believe staying would yield any rewards. However, Cold Ice was determined to obtain the inheritance from here. Xunuo knew that even if he left, time was running out for him; staying behind might offer a slim chance, so he did not persuade him further and tacitly accepted his choice.
This peak was stark white like bones, but the power of spatial restriction was much weaker. Xunuo forcefully propelled the Black Iron Boat to halfway up the mountain before activating his escape light and heading toward the summit. Moreover, there were no formations obstructing them on this peak, allowing them to quickly approach the top. At that moment, two figures descended from above; upon seeing them, Xunuo recognized them as two cultivators from the Gu Family. A chill ran through him as he thought: they were beaten to it by others.
Xunuo exchanged glances with Cold Ice, harboring thoughts of seizing their gains. Cold Ice shook his head and transmitted a message: "I'm afraid these two haven't obtained anything; otherwise, they would have been expelled long ago. It's better to ask clearly first."
Upon hearing this, Xunuo mentally cursed himself for forgetting this crucial point. The two cultivators rushed down from the mountain upon spotting Xunuo and said before he could even ask: "Brother Weitian, why are you still coming up? Did you not receive a Sound Transmission Talisman from our Ancestor?"
Xunuo thought to himself that receiving a Sound Transmission Talisman would be a miracle. For such a talisman to convey a message to a specific person, it must contain that person's magical imprint; depending on its level, it would reach different distances to its intended recipient. Since Gu Weitian had been slain by Xunuo, his connection had been severed; sending him a Sound Transmission Talisman would likely fail altogether.
Xunuo's eyes flickered as he refrained from answering their question and instead asked sternly: "Did you two find anything on the mountain?"
The two cultivators were deeply wary of Xunuo's transformation into Gu Weitian and understood that he acted unpredictably and outside common sense. While they wouldn't expect him to kill his own kin outright, they knew that if he discovered they had obtained any inheritance from the Ancient Sect, he would surely rob them clean. They hurriedly explained: "We haven't reached the summit yet when we received a Sound Transmission Talisman from our Ancestor instructing us to leave this peak for the Liu Family to explore and meet up at the eastern peak instead. The Liu Family Ancestor is about to arrive; even if we find something, it will just be for the Liu Family’s benefit. Brother Weitian should leave quickly; if you get caught by the Liu Family Ancestor, we might be fine but you will have a hard time escaping."
Xunuo burst into wild laughter and glared at them: "I came here specifically to cause trouble for the Liu Family! Even if I can't gain anything myself, I won't let those little pups from the Liu Family benefit either. You two can go; I'm going up there to create chaos for them and vent my frustrations."
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