In the Grand Hall of the Snake People Royal City, Yun Shan heard Feng Ling's words. While his heart was filled with relief and joy, he also felt a lingering fear. He then declared he would properly discipline Cailin.
Although he was scolding her, everyone present could see the joy in his eyes. Even his words seemed to turn into a form of boasting.
After all, the Seven-Colored Sky Swallowing Python is a top-tier Magical Beast capable of growing to rival a Dou Sheng. With this Bloodline, Cailin's future achievements would likely surpass his own. As parents, who wouldn't hope for their child to succeed?
After speaking, Yun Shan still wore a smile. He turned to look at Xiao Yan, but only glanced before shifting his gaze to Yao Chen. A hint of recollection and emotion appeared in his eyes.
When he first met Yao Chen, he was just a small Dou Sect, but Yao Chen was already a renowned Pill Venerate on the Continent. Decades had passed, and he had also reached the Mountain Peak of the Continent. Although he hadn't reached the summit, he could still see many sights.
He raised his hand and cupped it towards Yao Chen, saying:
"Pill Saint, it's been a long time. I didn't expect that after disappearing for decades, your demeanor would be even better than before. May I ask why you've come?"
Over the past few decades, during his travels, he had naturally heard about Yao Chen. He even felt a bit jealous when he learned that Zhao Li had gone on a killing spree for this one person – that an outsider could be so highly regarded by his Master.
After all, back then, his Route had been smooth sailing. In the eyes of others, he was a true Heaven's Chosen. At that time, even if the Pill Venerate had such a great reputation, he believed it was only because others had cultivated for a longer Time than him. As long as he was given the same Time, he could definitely reach, or even surpass, that level.
But when he truly reached the Realm that Yao Chen had attained decades ago, he realized that this step was far from as simple as he thought. It was not something that could be smoothed over just by Time – Yao Chen was only about thirty years older than him according to his age, but he had disappeared for forty years, and not only had he not caught up, but Yao Chen had even pulled ahead in that state.
Yao Chen no longer looked down on Yun Shan as before. Not to mention that he was now at the Dou Venerate Peak, walking the Route of Transcending to Saint, just the fact that he had entered Zhao Li's Gate before him meant he wouldn't show any displeasure. He cupped his hands and said:
"Senior Brother Yun Shan, my junior disciple has caused you trouble. Little Yan, apologize to your Martial Uncle."
"Holy crap, the behemoth of the Jia Ma Empire, the Uncrowned King, the Legendary Sect Master of the Cloud Mist Sect, is actually my Martial Uncle? How does this feel so unreal?"
Hearing this, Xiao Yan was dumbfounded. Then, a sense of unreality arose. Seeing one part allowed him to glimpse the whole. From the state of Yao Chen and Yun Shan, he vaguely felt that his cheap Martial Ancestor seemed to be a very formidable figure.
"I think I've discovered something incredible. Will I have acquaintances everywhere I go from now on? Will there be a situation where, when a fight is about to break out, someone reveals their identity and they turn out to be on the same side?"
This thought couldn't help but appear in Xiao Yan's mind. As soon as he thought of that scene, he felt a thrill. Then, he shook his head slightly, unable to help but laugh at his own naivety. The Dou Qi Continent is so vast, how could such a person exist?
But even now, this leg seems to be excessively thick. So, although he was fantasizing and complaining in his heart, he still honestly apologized to Yun Shan:
"This junior truly didn't intend to abduct Your Daughter. Perhaps she just really liked this thing. She just snatched a bottle from me and then wouldn't leave."
Saying this, Xiao Yan took out a bottle of Companion Amethyst Source from his Storage Ring. It was better to clarify some things. Of course, he didn't foolishly reveal his little thought of seeing the Nine-Colored Sky Swallowing Python like a newborn and planning to raise it from a young age to be his helper.
As if to prove Xiao Yan's words, as soon as the Companion Amethyst Source appeared, the Nine-Colored Sky Swallowing Python was greatly energized and instantly appeared by Xiao Yan's hand. Its speed was even faster than that of ordinary Seventh Tier Magical Beasts. Then, visible joy and longing appeared in its small eyes.
Seeing this, Yun Shan's face darkened. He felt as if his daughter had been tricked away with some small snacks, which was a bit unpleasant.
He then looked at Zhao Li with Doubt. Although he knew his Master greatly admired Yao Chen, Yao Chen had already achieved fame and success long ago. He hadn't expected him to humble himself and become Zhao Li's disciple.
Although he felt that Yao Chen was definitely the one who benefited from this, to outsiders who didn't know how terrifying Zhao Li was, they would only be curious about what kind of person was qualified to be the Teacher of the famous Pill Saint.
Zhao Li nodded, confirming this relationship. Seeing this, Yun Shan waved his hand and didn't dwell on it anymore; after all, the person had been found.
However, just as he thought the matter had come to an end and was preparing to properly entertain the few of them, Zhao Li asked Feng Ling the Doubt in his heart:
"Little Ling, I heard that in your Tribe, you use a Secret Technique in childhood to inject the Soul of a snake-type Magical Beast into the body of a Junior, merging and growing together. May I know where this Secret Technique is passed down from, and may I see it?"
Although Feng Ling didn't understand, she didn't hide anything and told Zhao Li:
"This Secret Technique is actually not a secret within the Snake People Tribe. It's just that the Magical Beasts whose Souls can be preserved are extraordinary, and not many clansmen have the ability to use this Secret Technique. Even the Medusa lineage cannot all use this Secret Technique. The Secret Technique Legacy is specifically managed by the Priests in the Clan."
Zhao Li nodded slightly upon hearing this. Seeing this, Yun Shan asked:
"Teacher, is there some hidden secret to this Secret Technique?"
He knew that Zhao Li would never speak without reason. Normally, let alone a Secret Technique that merely utilizes the Soul of a Soul Beast, even a more High Grade Secret Technique that could cause the Soul to sublimate and leap would rarely capture Zhao Li's attention. And if it wasn't because it was too strong to attract Zhao Li's notice, then it was because there might be something he had overlooked within it.
Zhao Li never made a big fuss about things he wasn't sure of. No matter what, it was still just his guess. Before it was proven correct or incorrect, Zhao Li didn't plan to tell them, lest it cause unnecessary trouble.
He shook his head and said:
"It's nothing, just curious. Take me to the Ancestral Land to have a look."
This time, it was no longer a question but a direct command. However, no one present felt there was anything wrong with it. Led by Yun Shan and his wife, they walked towards the Ancestral Land with Zhao Li, bringing the Anti-inflammatory Medicine Combination along as well.
Following Yun Shan and his wife through several wide streets, after about ten minutes, they gradually turned from the bustling Royal City into a relatively secluded area.
This area was located right at the junction of the city wall and the Mountain Range. Both the shadow cast by the towering city wall and the shade from the large trees in the Mountain Range made this place much dimmer than other areas. This environment was quite suitable for the Snake People Tribe, who naturally preferred cool and shady places. Therefore, many of the older generation powerhouses of the Snake People Tribe resided here.
The defenses in this area were quite strict, even exceeding the security forces of the Royal City. Armed Snake People constantly patrolled back and forth. When they saw Yun Shan and his wife, these guards immediately knelt down with fanaticism in their eyes, prostrating themselves in greeting. They didn't even question Zhao Li and the others who were following, allowing them to enter.
Yun Shan's legend wasn't just among humans.
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