"Xian'er, how is your cultivation of those Azure Dragon Dou Skills coming along?"
Han Feng asked.
Lin Xian'er smiled a little embarrassedly.
"Master, I've only understood the first two Dou Skills. As for the others, I haven't grasped them yet..."
"It would be amazing if you could understand the latter two moves."
Han Feng laughed.
Azure Dragon Sky Tearing Claw and Azure Dragon Annihilation Wave were both Heaven Rank Dou Skills.
Even a Dou Saint like Han Feng needed to study them painstakingly. After all, every Heaven Rank Dou Skill contained a Dou Saint's lifelong cultivation insights and principles of law.
If not for the cleansing of the Azure Dragon's true meaning in the tenth cave and the tempering of the endless darkness in the eleventh cave, Han Feng wouldn't have mastered them so quickly.
"So you've understood the first two moves, Blue Sky Wandering Dragon Step and Blue Sky Coiling Dragon Shield?"
Lin Xian'er nodded confidently.
"Really?"
Han Feng asked a second time.
Lin Xian'er immediately became a bit unsure.
She smiled awkwardly.
"I think I understood..."
Han Feng shook his head.
"Do you know the true rank of these two Dou Skills?"
"Ah? Aren't they Earth Rank High Level?"
Lin Xian'er asked in surprise.
"That's just the basic version."
Han Feng smiled mysteriously.
"The inheritance left by the Azure Dragon naturally wouldn't just be Earth Rank."
Lin Xian'er's eyes lit up.
"Master, you really met the Azure Dragon!"
Han Feng nodded.
"How was it? Is it powerful?"
Lin Xian'er asked curiously.
Han Feng was silent for a moment before saying, "Powerful, and not just ordinarily powerful."
"But in the end, didn't you win, Master!"
Lin Xian'er laughed.
"Me?"
Han Feng shook his head helplessly.
"I can't say I won. I can only say I barely gained its recognition."
The conversation with the Azure Dragon was too bizarre. Even now, Han Feng felt as if a lifetime had passed.
This was the first time he had met an expert who could see through his origins.
To have the deepest secret hidden in his heart suddenly revealed by someone else felt like falling into an ice cave while sweating profusely.
Fortunately, the Azure Dragon didn't harbor hostility towards him because of it.
Otherwise, the trip to the Hidden Dragon Cave would probably have been Han Feng's end.
"Alright, let's not talk about this. Hurry up and learn the basic versions of the two Dou Skills. If you want to compete with Xun'er, relying solely on your current strength, you're still lacking a bit."
Gu Xun'er was a genius of the Gu Clan who was about to awaken the Divine Grade Dou God bloodline.
Whether in cultivation or Dou Skills, she far surpassed her peers.
Although Lin Xian'er possessed the Woeful Poison Body, the possibility of gaining an advantage over Gu Xun'er, who had returned to the clan to cultivate for a year, was minimal.
Han Feng wasn't arrogant enough to think that just because she was his disciple, she would definitely be invincible among her peers.
Every generation had its own brilliance.
Hearing Han Feng mention Gu Xun'er, Lin Xian'er nodded seriously.
"Master, then I'll perform the Blue Sky Wandering Dragon Step once now. Please give me some pointers."
Han Feng smiled and nodded.
"Begin."
Lin Xian'er took a deep breath, and a touch of cyan scale shadow appeared on the tips of her toes.
Swish!
Inside the room, Lin Xian'er vanished from her spot in an instant.
To an ordinary person, they probably wouldn't even be able to find her shadow.
But in Han Feng's eyes, he saw Lin Xian'er dragging a cyan scale tail behind her, swimming up, down, left, and right in the room, as free as a fish in the sea.
Every time Lin Xian'er tapped the ground with her toes, faint fluctuations came from the surrounding space.
Very weak, yet ubiquitous.
This Earth Rank movement Dou Skill didn't cultivate natural attributes, but the rare spatial attribute.
If a Dou Ancestor were to use it, it would probably be even smoother.
But the fact that Lin Xian'er could achieve this space-touching effect at the Dou Emperor realm was enough to show the power of this Dou Skill.
Seeing the timing was about right, Han Feng flicked his finger gently, and a cyan energy shot onto Lin Xian'er, slowly neutralizing her inertia.
"That's enough."
Lin Xian'er's chest rose and fell slightly.
The Blue Sky Wandering Dragon Step she just performed was fast, but the consumption wasn't small either.
"Your cultivation isn't bad; it's starting to look decent."
Han Feng nodded.
"But some parts are still not good enough. Blue Sky Wandering Dragon Step isn't just about pursuing speed blindly, but about agile and clever movement."
Han Feng pointed out Lin Xian'er's shortcomings just now.
Lin Xian'er listened to the suggestions seriously.
Master praised Xun'er so much just now. Even if there might be some exaggeration, she had to take it seriously.
After all, that was Xun'er, the person who had always faintly held the upper hand in their multiple previous contests.
Lin Xian'er hoped to master Blue Sky Wandering Dragon Step as soon as possible, so she could show off this Dou Skill when meeting Gu Xun'er.
Time passed quietly.
Early the next morning.
Just as Han Feng stepped out, he saw a squad of heroic and extraordinary Black Submerged Army walking towards him.
"You must be Senior Han Feng."
The leader of the squad bowed slightly to Han Feng, his demeanor neither humble nor arrogant, calm and composed.
"The Clan Head asked me to invite you to the Ancient Realm for a chat."
Han Feng nodded.
"Okay, wait for me to finish breakfast first, alright?"
"Naturally. Should I ask the Black Submerged Army to buy it for you?"
"No need to trouble yourself."
Han Feng smiled slightly, then walked towards the market.
The group of Black Submerged Army watched Han Feng walk away without whispering or talking privately.
Clearly, this was a highly disciplined team.
Han Feng walked on the street. At this time, some stalls in Ancient Saint City were already open for business.
This place wasn't detached from worldly life.
Where there are people, there is the smoke and fire of life.
Han Feng bought some breakfast, planning to bring it back for Xian'er.
"Have to taste the specialties of Ancient Saint City."
Han Feng wouldn't mistreat himself when it came to enjoying food.
Returning to the inn, Han Feng saw the Black Submerged Army from before guarding not far away. They didn't stand right in front of the inn to cause a sensation.
The leader nodded slightly to Han Feng, indicating they would wait there.
Han Feng responded with a smile.
This leader was a genuine Dou Ancestor expert and looked quite young.
If he guessed correctly, he should be a Gu Clan disciple with high-concentration ancient God bloodline.
Sending such a direct descendant to receive him showed the Gu Clan's sincerity.
Han Feng smiled.
That person should also know about his relationship with Xun'er.
After all, she was the eldest miss of the Gu Clan. Every bit of her life needed attention. Han Feng didn't believe Ling Ying wouldn't report matters concerning him to the Gu Clan.
Inside the room, Lin Xian'er also got up. Han Feng knocked on the door, and footsteps came from inside quickly.
"Master, morning!"
"Morning. Brought you some breakfast. Tastes good, try it."
Han Feng handed the breakfast to Lin Xian'er.
"Wow, thank you, Master!"
Lin Xian'er took it happily.
When she was out adventuring, many times in the wilderness, she didn't want to cook, so she simply ate a pill.
Now following Master, her life finally became regular.
If others heard her thoughts, they would definitely find it incredible.
Pills, even the lowest quality ones, were much more valuable than a breakfast.
That was what ordinary people yearned for. How come when it was Lin Xian'er's turn, she started yearning for an ordinary life again?
"We'll go to the Ancient Realm to see Xun'er later. Get ready."
"What! We can go now?"
Lin Xian'er shouted somewhat excitedly.
Immediately, Han Feng heard a flurry of activity from Lin Xian'er's room.
Bang!
The door was pushed open, and Lin Xian'er, who had packed up at lightning speed, was ready to go.
"Master, let's go!"
Lin Xian'er took a bite of breakfast and said enthusiastically.
"What's the rush? Finish your breakfast first."
Han Feng said helplessly.
This girl had traveled outside for a year, and her living habits seemed to have become a bit hasty.
Lin Xian'er finished breakfast in a few bites, swallowing it whole; she probably didn't even taste it.
Han Feng wanted to wait for his disciple to share her evaluation of Ancient Saint City's special breakfast, but she said nothing.
"Let's go."
Han Feng led Lin Xian'er downstairs.
"Master! There are Black Submerged Army over there, they seem to be staring at us."
Lin Xian'er suddenly tugged at Han Feng's sleeve and pointed to a corner outside the inn.
"They're here to pick us up."
Han Feng actively walked towards the Black Submerged Army.
"Eh?"
Lin Xian'er was stunned, then hurriedly followed.
"Senior Han Feng, are you ready to set off?"
The captain from before stepped forward and asked.
"En."
"Then please follow us."
This squad of Black Submerged Army led Han Feng and Lin Xian'er to a vast lake east of the city.
The captain of the Black Submerged Army waved his hand gently over the lake surface, and a huge ancient ship rose from the bottom of the lake.
"Please."
The captain gestured, inviting Han Feng on board.
Lin Xian'er followed Han Feng onto the ancient ship and looked around.
Feels just average, Lin Xian'er thought to herself.
At this time, Han Feng stood at the bow with the Black Submerged Army squad captain, admiring the scenery below.
"May I know your name, little brother?"
"I am Gu Zhen."
"Gu Zhen, good name."
What one seeks in life is truth (Zhen).
Only by walking steadily will one's steps not be vain.
"Senior Han Feng, do you know our Clan Head?"
Gu Zhen asked.
"Never met before, but Clan Head Gu Yuan must have known about me for a long time."
"So that's how it is."
Gu Zhen nodded in realization.
"Ancient Saint City has had many guests before, but none like you, Senior, causing the Clan Head to personally order an escort."
And letting me, a Grand Commander of the Black Submerged Army, do the receiving.
Although Gu Zhen's cultivation wasn't that high yet, due to his rich combat experience, apart from the four Great Commanders, he held the highest status in the Black Submerged Army.
Given the transcendent status of the Black Submerged Army in the Gu Clan, even some elders wouldn't be disrespectful to Gu Zhen.
Because the Gu Clan direct descendants who could join the Black Submerged Army were all outstanding members of the family.
Hearing Gu Zhen say this, Han Feng smiled gently.
"Then I'm truly flattered."
Gu Zhen looked straight ahead, suddenly raised his hand, alerting the Black Submerged Army members. The entrance to the Ancient Realm was ahead.
They needed to pass through this layer of space to reach the true sacred land of the Gu Clan.
"Senior Han Feng, be careful."
The space began to tremble violently. The world on the other side was built by ancient Dou God personally.
A vast aura rushed over. Han Feng could feel that the concentration of energy inside was far superior to the outside world.
A cultivator's upper limit depended on their talent, but the lower limit depended on personal effort and the surrounding environment.
In a place like the Ancient Realm, even a pig could become extraordinary.
"We've arrived."
Gu Zhen spoke.
As his voice fell, the space changed again, and a vast and majestic mountain range appeared before everyone's eyes.
Lin Xian'er let out a long breath.
An open view always brightened one's eyes.
Beautiful scenery was even more refreshing.
Within the Ancient Realm, in the fresh and natural air, ubiquitous spiritual light spots floated slowly.
Several spiritual cranes danced among the peaks, with visible substantial spiritual energy flowing on their bodies.
Logically speaking, spiritual energy could only be seen by Spirit Realm cultivators or those practicing the Soul Mantra.
But in the dance of the spiritual cranes, they materialized, becoming visible to all.
"Those are Spirit Gathering Cranes, capable of condensing the spiritual energy of heaven and earth."
Gu Zhen introduced.
"That mountain range is Spirit Gathering Mountain, where the clan's disciples cultivate soul power."
Han Feng nodded.
"This Ancient Realm is indeed very different from the cities outside."
The environment here was more primitive.
And closer to nature.
The ancient ship glided quickly through the air, the scenery below retreating slowly. Among the mountains, simple and elegant tiled houses were built, and in front of each house, there were traces of Spirit Gathering Arrays.
The Gu Clan's formations were famous among the eight ancient clans.
After flying for a while longer, the ancient ship arrived in front of a majestic peak.
"Senior Han Feng, this is where the Clan Head arranged to meet you. Let's go."
The group jumped off the ancient ship, each displaying their flying abilities, and flew up the mountain.
This peak was very high, piercing straight into the clouds. Flying upwards continuously gave a feeling of increasing coldness.
After Gu Zhen and the others escorted Han Feng and Lin Xian'er to a clearing below the summit, they stopped flying.
"Senior Han Feng, flying is prohibited on the road above. We'll walk up the small path."
Gu Zhen pointed ahead, where there was a beautiful bamboo forest.
Out of reverence for the strong, the flight ban was a form of etiquette.
Han Feng walked into the bamboo forest. There seemed to be a force around that subconsciously quieted one's mind.
Walking up through the bamboo forest, the journey wasn't far. A few minutes later, the group arrived in front of an elegant bamboo pavilion.
"Clan Head, I have brought Senior Han."
Gu Zhen cupped his fists and reported to the bamboo pavilion.
The chill in the high mountains slowly dissipated, and a gentle voice came from within the bamboo pavilion.
"Little friend Han Feng, we finally meet."
The bamboo door opened lightly, and a middle-aged man with correct features, about forty years old, walked out.
The middle-aged man wore simple linen clothes and had a gentle, honest smile on his face, possessing a special affinity that made people willing to trust him at first sight.
Although Han Feng's actual age was also forty or fifty now, he wasn't foolish enough to think he could be compared with the Gu Clan Head who had lived for thousands of years.
You know, the person in front of him was one of the strongest people on the entire Dou Qi Continent today.
A Nine-Star Dou Saint!
"Junior Han Feng greets Clan Head Gu Yuan."