"The Headmaster left something for you."
Ling Xian turned around to look at Zi Hua Shang. He flapped around his sleeve and a gold storage pouch floated in midair, emitting soft light.
Immediately, Zi Hua Shang's eyes brightened, "Master, this is what my father left for me?"
"Yes. According to the Headmaster, it contains the inheritance of the Zi Yang House and the wealth it has accumulated over tens of thousands of years." Ling Xian nodded softly and grinned. "Open it and see. There is an inhibition spell on it. Only those who practice the East-rising Purple Air can open it. I did not open it without permission. Don't worry about that."
"You are joking."
Zi Hua Shang flapped around her sleeve and the gold storage pouch flew into her hand. Looking at the undamaged inhibition spell, she couldn't help but to look at Ling Xian. Other than respect and appreciation, there was also a hint of admiration.
Just like Ling Xian said, he didn't touch the inhibition spell on the storage pouch. However, Zi Hua Shang knew very well that with his capabilities, if he really wanted to open the storage pouch, how could a mere inhibition spell stop him?
Yet the inhibition spell before her eyes was undamaged. This alone was enough to prove Ling Xian's character.
This was why the way Zi Hua Shang was looking at him had more respect.
"Don't look at me like that." Ling Xian softly grinned, understanding what Zi Hua Shang was thinking, "Compared to wealth, I care more about promises. Open it."
"Thank you." Zi Hua Shang bowed down to Ling Xian and began to manipulate the Eastern Purple Air. Rays of purple air rose and the inhibition spell on the storage pouch immediately melted.
Then, an infinite amount of heavenly light shot through the cloud. It was incomparably bright and blinding.
"I …" Zi Hua Shang was stunned. Looking at the enormous amount of wealth inside the storage pouch, her body began to tremble.
She originally thought that even if there was wealth inside the storage pouch, it wouldn't be much. But now, she was completely stunned by the amount of wealth inside.
Dans, spiritual stones, treasures, spiritual medicine, and other resources were all there. At first glance, it was like a boundless ocean, endless and incalculable!
Without a doubt, this was an immeasurable amount of wealth!
Even after Ling Xian scanned her with his Qi, he was a little stunned. He had the desire to kill Zi Hua Shang and take her storage pouch. However, his mind was extremely tough. In just a breath's time, his eyes regained their clarity.
No matter how great the wealth was, he would not snatch it. This was his bottom line.
Looking at the dumbfounded Zi Hua Shang, Ling Xian faintly grinned and called out to the Heaven and Earth Howl of the White Tiger, "Alright, come back to your senses."
His voice wasn't loud, but it was like a clap of thunder that resounded through the universe!
Immediately, Zi Hua Shang's body quivered and she slowly regained her composure. However, her face was still full of shock.
"So many … It's simply immeasurable." Zi Hua Shang mumbled. Remembering that Ling Xian was beside her, she took a step back and stared at Ling Xian cautiously.
It was obvious that she was guarding against Ling Xian, afraid that he would try to steal it.
Seeing this, Ling Xian shook his head with a smile. He understood Zi Hua Shang's mentality. Anyone would react the same way. Therefore, he was not angry. He smiled, "The wealth the House of Zi Yang has accumulated over tens of thousands of years truly has the ability to seduce people's hearts. Any cultivator would be tempted. But I, Ling Xian, do not care about that. Do not worry. "
Zi Hua Shang's eyes flickered. Remembering how Ling Xian risked his life to save them and how he didn't open his storage pouch on his own, she couldn't help but to smile awkwardly. "Master Ling, I … I am sorry. I shouldn't have been so cautious."
"It's okay. I understand what you're thinking."
Ling Xian faintly smiled. Zi Hua Shang had lost her father and lost her support. After suddenly receiving such a large amount of wealth, it was normal for her to be cautious against him. Therefore, he didn't think too much of it.
Zi Hua Shang's cheeks turned red as she felt even more embarrassed. She whispered, "Thank you for understanding."
"It's okay. You should see if there's anything special inside." Ling Xian brandished his hand and reminded, "If I'm not wrong, the Supreme Headmaster left you something like a letter."
"Let me see." Zi Hua Shang nodded. Manipulating her Qi, she began to search through the ocean of resources.
After a while, she finally found something that looked a little special.
It was an array board the size of a palm. On top of it, it was full of strange carvings.
"This is …"
Looking at the array board, Ling Xian frowned and thought for a while. "I see. This is an Array of Shadows."
"Array of Shadows?" Zi Hua Shang frowned and looked at Ling Xian in confusion, waiting for him to explain.
Seeing this, Ling Xian softly sighed and flapped around his sleeve. Instantly, the palm-sized array board emitted a milky white light that slowly transformed into the silhouette of a man.
This person was wearing a luxurious gold robe. His facial features were straight and upright. His eyes, in particular, were as deep as the ocean, giving off the vibe that he was not angry.
It was Zi Dong Lai.
"Father!"
Seeing the familiar silhouette, Zi Hua Shang's eyes reddened. She crazily ran towards the silhouette in an attempt to hug her father.
However, her arms passed through the silhouette and she could not hug him.
"Master Ling, what … what is going on?" Zi Hua Shang asked in a hurry. Her face was full of anxiety and uneasiness.
"Aye …" Ling Xian softly sighed. Looking at the anxious Zi Hua Shang, he said, "You already have a guess. Why ask?"
"I …"
Zi Hua Shang sat on the ground and laughed, "That silhouette is shapeless, isn't it?"
"That's right. This is merely an image that the Supreme Headmaster created with the help of the Array of Shadows. It has no consciousness and no form." Ling Xian sighed, "It can only take on the appearance of the Supreme Headmaster and say the words that the Supreme Headmaster preset."
Zi Hua Shang's face was pale white and her eyes were lifeless. She smiled sadly, "Father, I will never have the chance to see you again …"
As she spoke, two streams of tears rolled down her cheeks and landed on the ground.
"Aye, don't be too sad. Don't you want to hear what the Supreme Headmaster has to say?" Ling Xian softly sighed.
"Yes, yes." Zi Hua Shang suddenly raised her head and grabbed onto Ling Xian's arm. She said in a hurry, "Master Ling, let my father speak."
"Alright." Ling Xian nodded. His eyes formed a hand seal and he summoned a mysterious array technique.
Immediately, the silhouette that was floating in midair quivered as if it had gained consciousness. Then, a familiar voice arose.
"Hua Shang, if you see this silhouette of your father, then it means that your father has died and the House of Zi Yang has been destroyed."
At this, Zi Hua Shang's sadness intensified. Two streams of tears rolled down her cheeks uncontrollably.
Ling Xian softly sighed and patted the woman's shoulder, "Continue listening."
As soon as his voice trailed off, Zi Dong Lai's silhouette spoke again, "If I am not wrong, you are crying right now. Crying for your father. Cry. Cry out loud and you will feel better. But remember, I will only allow you to cry once. "
Pausing, Zi Dong Lai continued, "Even though you are a woman, you have always been strong. I have high hopes for you. So I hope you can hide your sadness and be strong. There are many burdens on your shoulders. "
"Now, listen carefully. You must take good care of your brother. Also, you must rebuild the House of Zi Yang. Let the name of the House of Zi Yang once again appear on this land. As for avenging me, if you have the ability, do it. If you don't, don't force yourself. I don't want you to die because of this. "
Hearing this, Zi Hua Shang stopped crying. It was as if she had grown up a lot. Her mentality became more determined and mature. She slowly stood up and stared at the familiar man. In a low voice, she said, "Father, I will remember. Don't worry. I will take good care of my brother and rebuild the House of Zi Yang. I will also avenge you. "
That last statement was said with determination and was full of killer's intent. It was obvious how determined she was.
"Aye, for such a heavy burden to be placed on a woman is far too cruel." Ling Xian silently sighed. But he also understood that Zi Dong Lai had no other choice.
He was the leader of the House of Zi Yang and carried the legacy of the House. In front of familial love and responsibility, he must have been very conflicted and had to give it up.
Just as Ling Xian sighed, Zi Dong Lai spoke again. This time, it was related to him.
"Ling Xian, you should stay by Hua Shang's side. Don't be confused. Because only you can activate this Array of Shadows. I also believe that with your personality, you will not be selfish enough to open the storage pouch. You will give it to Hua Shang in one piece. "
"Headmaster, you sure know how to calculate." Ling Xian chuckled. He didn't think Zi Dong Lai would know him so well.
"Ling Xian, thank you for everything you've done for the House of Zi Yang. Therefore, I have decided to give you half of the wealth in this storage pouch. Hua Shang, do you hear me? "Zi Dong Lai spoke again.
"Father, do not worry. I will do as you say." Zi Hua Shang nodded heavily.
Then, Zi Dong Lai continued, "If I am not wrong, Ling Xian, you will reject me. Do not reject me, because I have a favor to ask of you. "
"Don't think that I am scheming. Just think of it as fulfilling a dead man's last wish. Take care of Hua Shang and Ying Xiong for me. If you have time, please teach them how to cultivate and help them grow faster. "
"Alright, it's about time. I will say one last thing. Hua Shang, forgive me for placing such a heavy burden on your shoulders. I have no choice. "
"Forgive me …"
Zi Dong Lai's silhouette faded away, leaving behind words full of guilt that echoed throughout the room.
"Father, do not worry. I will not hate you." Zi Hua Shang's eyes were red, but she forced herself not to cry.
Because she was Zi Dong Lai now and would not cry again.
"Aye …" Ling Xian sighed deeply and walked up to her. He patted her shoulder and consoled, "Don't worry. The road ahead will be difficult. You need to walk it bravely."
"I know." Zi Hua Shang nodded heavily and forced a bright smile.
Her smile was tearful and beautiful.
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