Cultivating for a hundred lifetimes to ascension-Chapter 651 - 398: Nascent Soul Encounter, Tianjiao Performs Magic and Martial Artist Zhao Yi_2

Chapter 651 -398: Nascent Soul Encounter, Tianjiao Performs Magic and Martial Artist Zhao Yi_2

He appeared aged and on the verge of death, lifelessly as if he might suddenly collapse at any moment.

What was particularly strange was that even though his skin was layered with wrinkles, not a single hair or pore could be seen on its surface.

Although this person had practiced techniques like the Turtle Breath Technique to conceal his Qi, Zhao Sheng was still faintly able to sense that the vitality within his body was incredibly powerful, no less formidable than in his previous life.

It was only unfortunate that this vast vitality was also tainted with a heavy aura of death.

Zhao Sheng’s eyes sparked with brilliance, and he instantly knew the identity of this person.

At that moment, Zhao Changdu introduced him, “This is ‘Martial Saint’ Zhao Jingyu. Don’t be fooled by his appearance as a mere mortal. When it comes to the merits established for our clan, even I cannot compare to him.”

Zhao Sheng stood up and bowed deeply to Zhao Jingyun, saying respectfully, “Qiong Tian, I have seen Saint Yu!”

However, just as he began to speak, the seemingly dying old man instantly vanished from his seat.

By the time Zhao Sheng had finished speaking and straightened his back, Zhao Jingyu had reappeared on the throne.

“Ancestor, this is like putting me on the fire! A mere Martial Artist like myself cannot withstand such a salutation from a clan ancestor.”

“Jingyu, you have carved a new realm for our clan’s warriors. With such a rare and magnificent merit, how could you not deserve a salute from a descendant of our clan?!” Zhao Changdu solemnly said.

“The teachings of the Third Ancestor are very true. Jingyu has taken the lesson to heart,” Zhao Jingyu responded weakly.

Seeing him nearing his life’s limit, Zhao Changdu’s tone faltered, and he could not continue his speech.

At this moment, Qu Feng, seeing the heavy atmosphere, immediately interjected with a smile.

He called out to the Golden Core Masters below, “What are you stupefied for? Hurry and pay your respects to the Sixteenth Ancestor.”

Upon hearing this, all the Golden Core Masters immediately stood up, bowed respectfully, and shouted in unison, “Descendants of the clan… pay respects to the Sixteenth Ancestor! Wishing the Sixteenth Ancestor an immense and eternal celestial journey.”

“Everyone, please sit down!” Zhao Sheng said with a smile, waving his hand, while streaks of flowing light continuously flew from his sleeves, dispersing around, and landed on the Jade Tables below, transforming into ivory-colored pill bottles.

“Inside the bottles are ten Three-Transformation Mixed Yuan Pills. Take them, consider these a meeting gift from me.”

“…Thank you, Ancestor, for the generous gifts!” All the True Immortals said in unison.

Zhao Sheng sat back down, smiling.

At that moment, Zhou Li suddenly looked up and shouted towards the outside of the hall: “Come forth!”

No sooner had the words fallen than two streaks of tunneling light suddenly flew into the hall.

The tunneling lights revealed two young men, heroic and handsome, both possessed Foundation Establishment Cultivation.

After bowing respectfully to the Nascent Soul Ancestors on the platform, the two individuals immediately started dueling without another word.

In an instant, spells and spirit light filled the hall, Spiritual Flying Swords transformed into sword rainbows, chasing a three-pointed double-edged blade, clashing and slicing continuously, bursting forth a series of clanging noises.

Zhao Sheng’s expression shifted, and he looked towards Qu Feng.

Qu Feng explained with a smile, “This is an old tradition of the clan. Every time a new ancestor emerges, the clan specifically selects a group of the most outstanding juniors to demonstrate their skills before the ancestors. Qiong Tian, do you understand the purpose of this tradition?”

Zhao Sheng thought for a moment, then smiled, “I understand your intention, Ancestor Qu. If any of the juniors catch my eye later, I will certainly not hesitate to reward them.”

Qu Feng shook his head, “It’s not just about rewards; you should also take them under your wing for careful cultivation. Of course, if you do not favor any, the clan won’t force them upon you.”

Zhao Sheng nodded, suddenly realizing, “I see. Since it is a clan tradition, I will naturally adhere to it.”

Sometime later, the battle was decided, the loser sullen, while the victor looked towards the high platform with anticipation, more specifically at Zhao Sheng.

However, the outcome ultimately disappointed him.

Zhao Sheng merely awarded each of the two a vial of Spirit Pills, the only difference being that the victor received a Second Order top-grade Cloud Ridge Pill, while the quality of the loser’s was just above top-grade.

The pair left somewhat reluctantly, and then another pair of Zhao family’s talents flew into the hall, also with Foundation Establishment Cultivation.

As the two began to duel, Zhao Sheng sat upright, watching very intently.

After a quarter of an hour, when the victory was clear, Zhao Sheng called the two to a halt, meticulously critiqued both their strengths and shortcomings, and then bestowed two kinds of Spirit Pills, again showing no intention of taking them under his wing.

Next, pair after pair of the Zhao family’s Foundation Establishment members fought fiercely before the Ancestor, each trying their best to showcase their elegance in hopes that the Ancestor would take notice.

Regrettably, Zhao Sheng had extraordinarily high standards. Despite the increasingly valuable treasures he bestowed and his increasingly meticulous critiques, he never did open the “golden mouth”.

During this time, Zhao Changdu, Zhou Li, Qu Feng, and other Nascent Soul Ancestors remained quietly on the sidelines, never uttering another word.

It seemed they were in tacit agreement, as most of the juniors competing were their direct descendants. ƒreewebηoveℓ.com

Up to now, there were sixteen Nascent Soul Ancestors in the Southern Sky Zhao Family, but most of them were not in Divine Dragon Valley.

Some Ancestors, like Zhao Shanhe and Zhao Qingbi, held heavy responsibilities and were guarding key locations far and wide.

Others, like Zhao Haikui and Zhao Youxuan, were in hiding or traveling the world.

There were also ascetic monks like the Fifth and Ninth Ancestors, who had been in seclusion for over a hundred years, long detached from worldly affairs.

Still, other members of Zhao’s Nascent Soul had ventured into the Outer Heaven Void decades ago, tirelessly seeking and capturing the Outer Heaven Mysterious Essence, and had yet to return.

At this moment, the only ones who could make an appearance in Divine Dragon Valley were Zhao Changdu, Zhou Li, and five other Supreme Elders.

…

After most of the day, dusk fell.

One by one, Golden Cores of Zhao emerged from the Unison Hall, then scattered in all directions with tunneling light.

Shortly after, Zhao Changdu, Zhou Li, Zhao Sheng, and six other Supreme Elders also stepped out of the great hall one by one.

At this time, standing behind Zhao Sheng was a middle-aged, robust man with a full head of red hair and bulging muscles.

Beforehand, no one had expected that this Sixteenth Ancestor would choose a mortal.

Although this man had exceptional talent and had reached the Mastery of Divine Communication Realm in Martial Arts, he was incomparable to the “Ten Outstanding”.

Cough cough!

Zhao Jingyu coughed, looked at the middle-aged robust man, and said solemnly, “Zhao Yi, now that you have been chosen by the Qiong Tian Ancestor, you must doubly strive hard and not become arrogant.”

“Grand Ancestor, Yi will definitely not fail the Ancestor’s high expectations, nor will I let you down,” the middle-aged robust man bowed and replied.

Zhao Changdu seemed rather perplexed about Zhao Sheng’s choice.

As his status in the family was extraordinary, he did not mince words and asked directly, “Qiong Tian, tell me, why did you choose Zhao Yi instead of other juniors?”

Zhao Sheng swept his gaze over everyone and said with a gentle smile, “Not to hide it from you all, I am very curious about the Martial Saint Realm, which is why I chose Zhao Yi. Among all, he is the only Divine Communication Martial Artist. Perhaps, it’s the will of heaven!”

“Is that true? How can you, a Nascent Soul Cultivator, be so interested in Martial Arts?” Qu Feng said with some skepticism.

Zhou Li replied, “The Saint said: How do you know what fish enjoy if you are not a fish? The Sixteenth younger brother has his reasons. Why ask more, Ninth brother?”

Zhao Sheng nodded and looked at the nearly dying Zhao Jingyu, and earnestly said, “I am indeed very curious about the Martial Saint Realm, very eager to understand the mechanism by which the Innate Gang Qi stimulates the Primordial Cell, and even more curious about the mysteries existing within the Primordial Cell.”

Hearing this, Zhao Jingyun’s dull and blurry old eyes suddenly became exceptionally clear, and a vigorous and positive energy burst forth from his body.

But in the next instant, the aura on his body dissipated instantly, and his eyes became muddled once more.

Zhao Jingyu nodded calmly and said indifferently, “Since the Ancestor is interested, Jingyu will certainly cooperate fully.”

“… Thank you,” Zhao Sheng seemed not to have understood the implication of the other’s words, saying with a smile.

Just then, Zhao Changdu seemed to think of something and suddenly asked Zhao Sheng, “By the way, the Ancestor previously permitted you to select one Heavenly Level Treasure, three Earth-level Treasures, and nine Profound Level Treasures. When will you go to the Treasure Vault to select the treasures?”

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhao Sheng immediately sensed the hidden meaning in his words and inquired, “Sixth Ancestor, is there something you need from the Treasure Vault? Heavenly Level, or Earth Level?”

After saying this, Zhao Sheng’s expression became exceptionally serious, and he said solemnly, “The reason I’m still alive today is thanks to the Sixth Ancestor’s intervention. How could mere possessions compare to the grace of saving a life? What do you desire? I will fetch it for you immediately.”

Hearing this, Zhao Changdu patted Zhao Sheng on the shoulder, appearing somewhat helpless as he said, “You are so cunning, how could I even begin to ask!”

Changing the subject, he added, “Coincidentally, there is one in the Earth-level Treasure Vault…”