In the Kunlun Sword Sect, the master of this particular key was named Jin Yu. He was the most outstanding disciple in the Divine Transformation stage among Kunlun Sword Sect's younger generation.
At this moment, the key was circling Jin Yu nonstop. With a respectful voice, Jin Yu bowed and asked,
"Sect Master, this key seems to be guiding me toward a specific place. What should I do? I await your instruction."
Ji Wusi nodded calmly. "The main key has surfaced. The inheritance of Wushuang Sect has finally found its rightful successor. The direction this key is pointing to should lead you to the location of the main key.
Once all five keys are brought together, the path to the hidden legacy will be revealed."
Wushuang Sect?
An inheritance?
Jin Yu looked confused.
Apart from the four Holy Lands, was there any other sect in this world worthy of such attention from the Sect Master?
Ji Wusi didn't elaborate further. Instead, he asked, "Did the key convey any message to you?"
Jin Yu quickly answered, "It did, actually. I sensed faintly that if I hold the key, it can transport me to a certain place. Additionally, with one key, I can bring five others with me—a total of six people can be teleported. But all six must be below the Divine Transformation stage."
Ji Wusi nodded again.
The disciples of Wushuang Sect once mastered the insights of all four directions and cultivated the greatest paths under heaven. Back when the sect was still around, though it remained out of public view, it was known by the four Holy Lands and the top-tier sects.
They even had some exchanges back then.
The outcome?
Whether in combat prowess or other fields, the prodigies of Wushuang Sect overwhelmingly crushed their peers of the same realm.
Ji Wusi's thoughts drifted back to an old friend.
He had been discovered early on by his master and brought to Kunlun Sword Sect to be cultivated.
From the start, he had been invincible among his peers, and this only made him more spirited.
After he reached Mahayana, he believed himself to be unmatched and began challenging the greatest figures across the world. He defeated many, earning a reputation as possibly the strongest cultivator in the human realm.
Until...
He encountered the Wandao Sword Saint.
Ji Wusi couldn't help but sigh. That had been his most crushing defeat.
Yet the defeat filled him with joy.
Wandao Sword Saint displayed countless profound insights into cultivation, illuminating a path for Ji Wusi to improve.
They even made a pact to fight again a hundred years later.
But time passed.
Ji Wusi waited for centuries. Wandao Sword Saint never returned.
Wushuang Sect had vanished to fight off the demons from beyond the skies. They all knew this.
However, to prevent panic in the world, the cultivator realm sealed the truth. The news was never made public.
Now, a thousand years had passed. Only a handful still remembered Wushuang Sect and the outer-realm demons.
His friend had led the entire sect to their deaths to win the world a thousand years of peace.
But... was this world truly safe?
Though Wushuang Sect sealed itself in an alternate dimension, forever drifting in spatial rifts and blocking the gateway to the demon realm...
Still...
Who knew what methods those otherworldly demons might have?
Wushuang Sect had held them off for a millennium. But what if they eventually discovered another way into this world?
That looming threat was the reason Ji Wusi had been so firm in his stance. The demons in this world must be eliminated—every last one.
Only without them could the sects focus on their growth. Should the outer-realm demons return one day, they would at least be strong enough to resist.
Unfortunately...
The tale of Wushuang Sect's sacrifice had grown so distant that even those who lived through it had begun to forget the terror of the demons.
Some people were even starting to suggest collaborating with them.
What a laughable, absurd notion.
The demon race and the human race were not the same kind. Their cultivation methods thrived on plunder and cruelty.
Allowing them to grow unchecked—did these people want to see this world fall like the demon realm itself?
Now that the Wushuang Sect's hidden legacy was about to resurface, it was the perfect time for some people to remember the past.
Even a sect like Wushuang, which once stood above the four Holy Lands, could only barely leave behind some hidden legacies—its entire sect annihilated.
The four Holy Lands needed to get serious. They had to consider carefully: if the demons returned, there would be no second Wushuang Sect to save them.
These thoughts flashed through Ji Wusi's mind.
He spoke calmly, "Summon all disciples of the sect. Select the five most gifted sword cultivators below Unity stage to accompany you."
Jin Yu's eyes lit up. He couldn't help but say, "Master, you seem to value this hidden legacy quite a bit."
Ji Wusi gave him a glance and said, "The main key has appeared. The one holding it is likely the next successor of Wushuang Sect. The other four keys were given to the four Holy Lands—this was no coincidence.
This is Wandao Sword Saint telling the four Holy Lands that, a thousand years ago, you all and this world owed them a great debt. Now, as Wushuang Sect prepares to rebuild, the four Holy Lands should repay that debt. Most likely, the key will take you directly to the one holding the main key.
Once the legacy opens, you must assist that person. Help them take charge of Wushuang Sect.
Of course, knowing Wandao Sword Saint's personality—if you help his successor, he won't be stingy. He'll likely leave you some benefits."
Jin Yu listened, half understanding, half confused.
But Ji Wusi didn't bother to explain further. He only said, "You don't need to understand. Just remember—do everything you can to assist the heir of Wushuang Sect. Wandao Sword Saint's ambition to rebuild his sect won't be easy. Without allies, his successor will be blind in the dark. But if Wandao Sword Saint chose them, they must possess exceptional talent. Helping them will not only earn you rewards but also their friendship. It will greatly benefit your future."
Jin Yu trusted Ji Wusi completely and accepted the task earnestly.
Soon after...
Ji Wusi gave the order, and the sword cultivators of Kunlun Sword Sect began to gather.
He had to select the team in the shortest time possible.
For the sake of what Wushuang Sect had done a millennium ago, he would do everything he could to support their legacy.
Qingxiao Pavilion.
The keyholder here was also a top cultivator of the Divine Transformation stage: Duan Yiwei.
At this moment, Duan Yiwei stood before Lin Xiao, holding the key.
Wushuang Sect...
Was truly about to return.
Lin Xiao narrowed his eyes slightly. A flicker of unease passed through them.
Back when Wushuang Sect reigned supreme, he hadn't yet become a sect leader. Still, he'd heard many stories.
A cultivation sect...
That didn't rely on spiritual roots or bloodline.
As long as one had enough insight, they could ascend in a single leap.
Such cultivation methods were terrifying.
Even at the peak of the four Holy Lands' power, they had still been overshadowed by Wushuang Sect.
Fortunately, the entire sect had perished. Only then did the Holy Lands rise to prominence.
Now, the main key had emerged. Wandao Sword Saint had likely chosen a successor.
He wanted to rebuild Wushuang Sect.
But...
Lin Xiao hesitated.
The current balance among the four Holy Lands was delicate. No one could truly dominate.
If Wushuang Sect returned... it would surpass all sects once again.
Their very name—Wushuang—meant peerless.
No equal in the world.
Were they really going to let Wushuang Sect return?
Lin Xiao narrowed his eyes and said quietly, "Go. Summon all disciples. Choose the most gifted ones to accompany you. This key likely points to a person. Once you reach them, join forces and eliminate them. Just make sure it's done discreetly."
Duan Yiwei bowed respectfully and accepted the order.