Chapter 30: An Eight Tier Spirit Array Master with Late Seven Star Dou Sheng Strength
Heavenly Outer Realm, Tianhuang Palace
In his soul form, Huang Jiuji looked at Xiao Tiance, who bowed respectfully before him, and smiled.
"This is your domain; there's no need to greet this old man so formally every time you visit!"
"Senior, respect should never be neglected. Besides, being courteous never hurts." Xiao Tiance smiled warmly.
Huang Jiuji felt a sense of satisfaction at his words. Xiao Tiance's respect affirmed that Huang Jiuji's earlier decisions had been correct.
With a faint smile, Huang Jiuji said, "I'm not an overly rigid person. I'll accept your goodwill in my heart.
You've been in seclusion for five months. While I see your Dou Qi hasn't grown much, I sense that your gains lie elsewhere."
As he finished speaking, Huang Jiuji suddenly let out a small exclamation, his tone turning curious.
"Hmm? Incredible. In just five months, your soul strength has reached the Mid Tier Heavenly Realm.
If I'm not mistaken, you must have been practicing the Heavenly Soul Technique, correct?"
Xiao Tiance nodded. "Senior, you're absolutely right. I've been practicing the Heavenly Soul Technique. The resources of the Tianhuang Clan are indeed extraordinary.
This single technique alone rivals the might of high tier Heaven level cultivation methods. It's hard to imagine the strength of the Tianhuang Clan at their peak!"
Huang Jiuji's expression dimmed slightly, a trace of sorrow crossing his face.
"No matter how glorious the past, it has already faded.
Today, the entire Tianhuang Clan consists of me a half man, half ghost and two descendants who have yet to be born into the world."
"Senior," Xiao Tiance said solemnly, "I've heard a saying:
'As long as the green hills remain, there is no fear of running out of firewood.'
Even though the Tianhuang Clan now consists only of you and the two unborn descendants, as long as the roots persist, new life will always sprout. One day, the glory of the Tianhuang Clan will surely return!"
Huang Jiuji murmured, "As long as the green hills remain, there is no fear of running out of firewood.
New life will sprout again with the spring breeze."
The glimmer of desolation in his eyes faded, replaced by newfound resolve.
"Tiance, I'll entrust the future of the Tianhuang Clan to you. Don't let this old man down!" Huang Jiuji said with solemn determination.
"Senior, as long as the Xiao Clan stands, we will be the strongest support for the Tianhuang Clan.
If the Tianhuang Clan ever needs help, my lineage of the Xiao Clan will offer our full support," Xiao Tiance vowed with a deep bow.
Huang Jiuji chuckled. "Very well! In that case, you might as well grant me the position of an elder in your clan.
I'm merely a soul and can no longer cultivate Dou Qi. But my knowledge is not insignificant, and it would be a waste for me to idle away my days in Tianhuang Palace."
Xiao Tiance's face lit up with joy. Having a knowledgeable ancient figure like Huang Jiuji on his side would accelerate the Xiao Clan's rise.
"Senior, an elder position is far too low for you.
From today onward, you will be the Xiao Clan's Grand Elder, equal in status to me.
Within the Xiao Clan, you will have full authority over all matters concerning those below the Dou Sheng realm," Xiao Tiance declared warmly.
Huang Jiuji laughed heartily. "In that case, I humbly accept the position of Grand Elder!"
Nine Years Later
The ten year deadline set by Xiao Xuan had nearly passed.
Meanwhile, two new forces had emerged in Zhongzhou:
Tianluo Diwang, an increasingly influential organization.
Tianji Pavilion, an intelligence network renowned for its deep insights.
Despite their prominence, the members of these organizations were highly elusive, and their true strength and whereabouts remained a mystery to even the most powerful sects.
Xiao Realm, Tiance Residence
Xiao Tiance had just returned to his residence when Xiao Xuan suddenly appeared.
"Xuan ge, you're quick. I just got back!" Xiao Tiance said with a smile.
In the ninth floor chamber, Xiao Tiance was about to sip his tea when Xiao Xuan stepped through a spatial rift.
"It's been years, and you couldn't even visit us once!" Xiao Xuan teased, playfully punching Xiao Tiance on the shoulder.
Xiao Tiance chuckled. "Xuan ge, with someone like you leading the clan, what is there to worry about?
For us cultivators, a few years pass in the blink of an eye.
Even though I've been away, Second Uncle Xiao Chun has been looking after the clan. I've kept up with all major events."
Xiao Xuan nodded. "That's true. You've always been a level headed person, rarely rushing into anything.
But…" Xiao Xuan suddenly furrowed his brow, sensing something unusual about Xiao Tiance's aura.
"Tiance, your strength… I can't sense it at all. What have you been up to?"
Xiao Tiance smiled knowingly. Over the years, he hadn't only focused on cultivating Dou Qi. His efforts in mastering spiritual arrays had paid off he was now an Eight Tier Spirit Array Master.
His mastery of spiritual arrays alone placed him on par with an Eight Star Dou Sheng. Combined with his Dou Qi cultivation at the late Seven Star Dou Sheng level, he could hold his own against an Eight Star Dou Sheng peak level expert.
Xiao Xuan's inability to gauge his strength stemmed from the high tier Seven Tier Concealment Array Xiao Tiance had set up around himself.
"Xuan ge," Xiao Tiance laughed, "don't waste your energy. I've used some special techniques to conceal my aura."
Xiao Xuan chuckled. "You never cease to surprise me.
But that's just like you always holding back, keeping your cards close to your chest.
Still…" His eyes gleamed. "Since I can't sense your strength, why don't we test it in a sparring match?"
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