Chapter 437 - Yun Xiao Will Become the Eye of the Storm!

In the central area of the Sky Source Ruins, there stood a temple-shaped golden palace. At the entrance, a stone pillar bore the inscription

Heavenly Order Temple

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At this moment, within the Heavenly Order Temple, dark golden celestial mist swirled, creating an atmosphere of utmost solemnity. Looking around, there were over 100 people seated!

These individuals, all of middle age or older, were clad in splendid garments, exuding an air of dignified grace. They possessed the aura of Immortals, with heavenly laws fluctuating around them, their prowess profound and powerful.

The Heavenly Order Temple was one of the core institutions of the Three Great Ruins. Those who could enter were at least of the status of Celestial Officials or Manor Masters.

Among them was Huyan Pin's father, the Mysterious Sword Manor Master, and Celestial Officials such as the Drunken Mad Sword, all sitting in a distant corner, maintaining their silence.

At the highest seat of honor in the Heavenly Order Temple sat an emaciated old man with white hair and a white beard, his body emitting dark golden smoke. His skin was marred with black spots, making him appear on the verge of death, yet his pair of pure white eyes sparkled with vitality.

The hundred or so Manor Masters, Celestial Officials, and others of similar status solemnly fixed their gaze on this frail old man.

"Li Hongpao and the Jade Immortal Tower Lord have arrived," someone at the entrance announced.

"Let them in." The frail old man slightly lifted his head, his body shrouded in billowing smoke, resembling an ancient Immortal atop the clouds.

Shortly after his words fell a red-robed woman, and a man entered together.

The woman was none other than the Temple Head of the Mystic Zenith Temple.

The man was dressed in a luxurious robe, his long hair tied back, adorned with two pearl earrings, his appearance striking and his demeanor eccentric. He was the owner of the Primordial Ruin's famous Jade Immortal Tower!

The rumor-famed gracious financier, however, bore a frosty expression, deeply somber.

Everyone knew that the man cherished his daughter above all else. Now, having lost a great fortune and his beloved daughter, he was struck by a calamitous blow, a fatal hit!

"We pay our respects to the Sky Source Son."

Upon entering, the red-robed woman and the Tower Lord immediately bowed to the frail old man.

To outsiders, the title Sky Source Son would evoke awe, second only to that towards the Three Immortals, for it referred to the offspring of the Sky Source Immortal. Among the descendants of the Three Immortals who had been alive for hundreds of years, very few remained in the world.

"Two incidents occurred under your jurisdictions. Report any details and uncertainties here," the Sky Source Son commanded, gesturing for them to be seated before addressing them.

"The incidents began at the Primordial Academy. Please, Temple Head, report first," the Tower Lord said.

The red-robed woman then faced the Sky Source Son, detailing the events and her suspicions.

"Whether a true devil or a false one, it remains undetermined," the red-robed woman concluded, then fell silent.

Next, it was the Tower Lord's turn. He detailed the theft in the VIP area and then addressed the Sky Source Son. "Aside from real and false devils, I recommend a thorough investigation of Yun Xiao, a disciple of the Primordial Academy. This individual has connections to both locations. Even if he was at the Divine Dawn Pavilion, he could still be a conspirator. Using him as a lead, we might uncover the real culprit."

"Correct. Even if he didn't commit the act himself, this youngster cannot escape involvement."

Several Celestial Officials and Manor Masters shared this opinion.

"May I ask if the Sky Source Son will issue the Sky Source Command to bypass the Primordial Academy and directly apprehend Yun Xiao?" the red-robed woman asked, her beautiful eyes shimmering with a cold light.

As soon as her words fell, someone outside announced another arrival.

"Dean Yu and several Sacred Sages from the Primordial Academy request an audience."

The Sky Source Son looked up and spoke in a hoarse voice, "Let only Yu Ningchang enter."

The main suspect appearing personally caused all descendants of the Three Immortals within the Heavenly Order Temple to scrutinize the entrance with a cold gaze.

Before long, a figure with snow-white hair down to her waist appeared at the entrance of the Heavenly Order Temple.

She did not enter but stood at the radiant entrance, addressing the Sky Source Son, "I came personally to clarify that this matter has nothing to do with me or the Academy Faction."

The Sky Source Son looked at her with his pale eyes, without responding.

Dean Yu shook her head. "Even if you report this to the Three Immortals, my answer remains the same. We do not covet the treasures of the Jade Immortal Tower, and the Primordial Academy, having accepted the descendants of the Three Immortals as disciples, has always treated and taught them well. Harming their lives serves no purpose to the Academy Faction."

After a moment of contemplation, the Sky Source Son finally nodded. "In that case, does Dean Yu suggest that devils, indeed, have remnants?"

"I don't know." Dean Yu shook her head. "I can only assure that for the incident at the academy, we will cooperate fully with you all to investigate and hope to find the real culprit soon."

"If it really turns out that devils are provoking us, how will you respond?" the Sky Source Son asked.

"Devils are the enemy of all in the Primordial Ruins. As part of the Ruins, the Primordial Academy naturally stands with you all against the devil forces." Dean Yu paused, then looked at the Sky Source Son. "Perhaps, you should send someone to the Blood Devil Ruins to look for clues."

"Thank you for the reminder," the Sky Source Son said in his raspy voice.

"You're welcome. Farewell." With that, Dean Yu didn't waste her words. She turned and left, disappearing in an instant, leaving the descendants of the Three Immortals exchanging glances.

"What she said makes sense. Now, they're simply relying on the Primordial Pagoda to retain a semblance of arrogance. For them, neither the massacre of the Pathseeker Society nor the incident at my Jade Immortal Tower offers any benefit. It would only drag them into turmoil," the Tower Lord said.

"It could also be that they're betting on us not finding any evidence, just to spite us," the red-robed woman coldly said.

"Regardless, there is a real culprit, and they must still be in the Primordial Ruins. With Three Immortals Day approaching, similar incidents must not happen again..." The Sky Source Son glanced at everyone. "From this moment, the Primordial Ruins will be temporarily sealed. Everyone will conduct a thorough investigation until the truth is uncovered."

"Yes!" Everyone nodded.

"May I ask if the Sky Source Son wishes to issue the Sky Source Command to forcefully capture Yun Xiao?" the red-robed woman inquired.

"This young man is one of Yu Ningchang's, and since she personally came to the Heavenly Order Temple, we need not embarrass her nor startle the snake... Now, she is betting on Lian Xi, who is the heart of these rebels. After the Three Immortals Day, dealing with this girl and wiping out her followers will suffice," the Sky Source Son said.

"Yes!" Everyone nodded, understanding who was more important.

"Eradicating Lian Xi is a direct order from the Three Immortals themselves. The public opinion has already been laid out; all that's needed is the right moment during a grand feast, which will happen in the next few days. You all must keep a tight lid on the entire Primordial Ruins to prevent any further disturbances," the Sky Source Son instructed, his gaze enveloping everyone with a smoky haze.

"Yes!"

The Tower Lord and the descendants of the Three Immortals nodded emphatically.

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Back in the Primordial Academy, above the clouds, a lotus platform soared across the sky.

Dean Yu, with her snow-white hair, sat cross-legged upon it, her eyelashes fluttering slightly as she meditated. Her beauty was otherworldly and cool, tall and exquisite, showing no sign of age.

At that moment, a grey-robed elder appeared before her.

"Shen Cang." Dean Yu opened her eyes, and the lotus platform she sat on halted as well.

The grey-robed figure frowned slightly, "Yun Xiao left the Divine Dawn Pavilion, but the Blood Bat Curse did not?"

"Correct." Dean Yu nodded.

"This young man has many tricks up his sleeve, able to deal with the Blood Bat Curse and even control souls. Bold yet meticulous, he played a grand act. He even concocted the lie of a True Devil's resurgence..." The grey-robed figure nodded in admiration.

Did he not know whether this True Devil actually existed?

"It's useful to him, not to us." Dean Yu shook her head.

"It is useful." The grey-robed figure's eyes sharpened. "He and the Nian have managed to draw the attention of the Three Immortals and their descendants at this crucial time, buying Lian Xi some time."

"That's true. Just as this child said, he himself can become the eye of the storm," Dean Yu recalled Yun Xiao and smiled faintly. She never expected that this boy from the Nine Hells could accomplish so much in just a few days.

"His strength has increased too rapidly, beyond what's normal. Could it be that he's using some method to suppress his true realm, unlocking it step by step?" Shen Cang wondered.

"I don't know." Dean Yu shook her head. Her expression was serene, her words few.

"Do you have concerns?" the grey-robed figure asked.

"Yes," Dean Yu paused, "Lately, there's been increasing rhetoric about Lian Xi being the child of disaster. It's growing more intense. I fear actions will follow."

"It was bound to happen sooner or later. It's all about who can get ahead of time," the grey-robed figure said solemnly.

"I've told Lian Xi to hurry up and integrate with the Primordial Pagoda." After saying this, Dean Yu, controlling the lotus platform, passed by the grey-robed figure.