Inside the brightly lit palace.
Dao Wu Ji sat on top of a praying mat. His white robe was untainted by a speck of dust. Like an immortal, he stood above everyone else.
If this was anyone else, he would've stolen the limelight by now. But if it was Ling Xian, then he would be on par with Dao Wu Ji.
Similar to Dao Wu Ji, Ling Xian had the temperament of an immortal and was out of this world. What was different, however, was that Ling Xian had a calmness to him that made him look more like an immortal.
"Supreme Headmaster, please have some tea."
Grinning, Ling Xian pushed a cup of Tea of Enlightenment towards Dao Wu Ji.
"That's right. The Tea of Enlightenment is something even I don't drink often."
Shock flashed across his eyes as Dao Wu Ji teased, "It seems like I will have to come here more often in the future. At least I can taste the tea."
"If the Supreme Headmaster wants to drink this tea, then come." Ling Xian softly smiled and sipped on the tea. Immediately, he felt his entire body relax and the aroma lingered in his mouth.
Dao Wu Ji took a sip of the tea as well and couldn't help but to reveal an intoxicated expression. After a long while, he finally recovered from the wonderful taste and praised, "As expected of the Enlightenment Tea, which is known as the third best tea in the world. This taste is truly memorable."
"As long as the Supreme Headmaster likes it."
Ling Xian's lips curled into a faint smile and he asked casually, "Headmaster, you came here for something, right?"
"I knew I couldn't hide it from you." Dao Wu Ji admitted honestly but didn't tell Ling Xian why he was here.
"You don't come here for no reason. Plus, the Supreme Headmaster is very busy. If you have nothing to do, why would you come here to chat? "Ling Xian said softly.
"Good guess." Dao Wu Ji's eyes flashed with teasing, "Then why don't you guess, why did I come to find you?"
Then, he revealed an expectant look, as if he really wanted to see Ling Xian frown and think.
Sadly, he was disappointed. Against his expectant gaze, Ling Xian only said two words.
"I'm not guessing."
Dao Wu Ji frowned, "Why don't you guess?"
"Then why should I guess?"
Ling Xian's face revealed a teasing smile. "To be able to make the Wan Jian House's leader come here personally, it must not be an easy task. If you don't want to tell me, then I am more than happy to be idle."
"Ling Xian, I originally wanted to see you frown and think about it, but I didn't expect you to do that. I didn't expect that you wouldn't guess. " Dao Wu Ji chuckled, "Oh well, I lost. I will tell you what happened exactly."
"I'm all ears."
Ling Xian revealed a faint smile. There was no joy from winning against Dao Wu Ji. The reason why he did not guess was because he knew that it was impossible for him to guess. He was not purposely messing with Dao Wu Ji.
"Before we talk about that, let me ask you a question." Dao Wu Ji wiped off his smile and said in a serious tone, "Have you heard of the Imperishable Temple?"
"The Imperishable Temple …"
Ling Xian frowned. His thoughts couldn't help but wander back to the Century of Lost Mirage. In that illusion, he had heard people talk about the Imperishable Temple.
Legend had it that the Imperishable Temple was a mysterious place in Yunzhou that hid countless treasures. Miraculous medicines, rare treasures, and powerful techniques were all there. It was a place everyone in Yunzhou yearned for.
To put it simply, it was a strange place with countless fortunes!
Back in the Century of Lost Mirage, Ling Xian had heard of the Imperishable Temple. However, he had merely heard of it and never had the chance to see it.
Now that Dao Wu Ji was talking about the Imperishable Temple, he couldn't help but be startled and wondered if this mysterious place was about to open.
Seeing Ling Xian's expression, Dao Wu Ji grinned, "It seems like you have heard of this mysterious Temple."
"That's right. Coincidentally, I have heard of it." Ling Xian nodded softly. The Imperishable Temple was very mysterious. Normal people have no way of knowing about it. Only cultivators with high statuses have the right to know about it.
"It's good that you have heard of it. Saves me the trouble of explaining." Dao Wu Ji had a faint smile on his lips, "Let's get down to business. The Imperishable Temple that only opens once every 50 years will open in a month."
"So it really is about to open …" Ling Xian's eyes flashed with anticipation, "Headmaster, let's not beat around the bush. Just say what you want to say."
"Then I will say it directly. Ever since the Imperishable Temple appeared, it has been under the control of all the forces in Yunzhou. Because this Temple only allows completion leveled cultivators to enter, all the forces in Yunzhou made an agreement that they will not limit the number of people who can enter, but only allow completion leveled cultivators of the younger generation to enter. "
Dao Wu Ji wiped off his smile and said, "The Wan Jian House has only two young cultivators who have reached the completion level. Therefore, I hope you can be the leader of the team. For one, I don't want the Wan Jian House to lose face. For two, I hope you can find some fortunes. "
"I see."
Ling Xian softly nodded. Then, he remembered something and asked with a frown, "Headmaster, you said the Imperishable Temple is under the control of all the forces in Yunzhou. I wonder what these forces are referring to?"
"I knew you would ask this." Dao Wu Ji softly sighed, "This is what I wanted to remind you of. Other than the 10 dynasties and nine Houses, there are many other forces in Yunzhou."
"In other words, there will be many young powerhouses from other kinds who will compete with us for fortunes?" Ling Xian raised an eyebrow. Where there are fortunes, there will be people. Where there are people and fortunes, there will be blood.
"Yes. Every time the Imperishable Temple opens, it is a battle between the humankind and other kinds." Dao Wu Ji softly sighed, "And every time there is a battle, blood is shed. The blood of the humankind's elites."
His tone was heavy when he said that last sentence. From this, it was not hard to guess that every time there is a battle, the humankind bleeds the most.
Ling Xian was smart and naturally guessed this. He couldn't help but to frown, "It seems like getting fortunes is only one aspect. The main event is to compete with the other kinds."
"You're right. This is equivalent to a different kind of battlefield, right?"
Dao Wu Ji sighed, "Ever since I became the Supreme Headmaster, every time the Imperishable Temple opens, the humankind always loses. But to protect the humankind's face, the 10 dynasties and nine Houses have to send people. "
"I understand." Ling Xian softly sighed. Even though Dao Wu Ji didn't explain in detail, from his words, Ling Xian understood the purpose of this trip.
Getting treasures was secondary. The real purpose of this trip was to gain glory for the humankind. It was to make all the different kinds in Yunzhou restrain their thoughts and not dare to invade!
After all, the humankind has been the ruler of this land for far too many years. All the different kinds in Yunzhou have been restless. However, due to the large population of the humankind, they have been suppressing their ambitions.
As time goes on, who can guarantee how long they can suppress their ambitions? Therefore, all the different forces in Yunzhou agreed to let the young generation of the different kinds fight inside the Imperishable Temple!
"As long as you understand."
Dao Wu Ji's expression turned serious as he stared at the handsome young man before him. He asked in a low voice, "Now, tell me, are you willing to go?"
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