Chapter 2253 The Cruel Truth!

Zhao Yuanji thought for a moment and replied, “Your Auntie didn’t say it, but I believe the terrifying existence is an ancient figure of the True Dragon Lineage.”

Lin Xun exclaimed in surprise, “The True Dragon Lineage?”

It seemed absurd. If the being sealed beneath the Sea of Sins was truly from the True Dragon Lineage, then why had the experts of the clan never attempted to rescue him after all these years?

Zhao Yuanji wasn’t entirely sure either. He simply advised Lin Xun to be patient and wait for Ao Xingtang’s return. Only then would they know the answer.

With that, the two began discussing everything that had happened over the past ten years, and both couldn’t help but sigh with emotion at how much had changed.

It turned out that after Zhao Yuanji, his wife, and the golden cicada youth left the Blood Kill Battlefield in Mulberry Woodland, they made their way to the Chaos Star Field within the Ancient Nebula Road.

At the time, the golden cicada youth, Chen Linkong, the white cicada, and other formidable figures from the Ancient Wasteland Alliance had gone into hiding there.

It wasn’t until much later, upon learning that the Thousand Dragon Celestial Assembly was about to commence, that Zhao Yuanji and his wife set off for the True Dragon World.

After hearing about Lin Xun’s experiences over the past ten years, Zhao Yuanji couldn’t help but be stunned, his gaze flickering with astonishment.

He had stirred chaos in Kunlun, rampaged through the Ancient Nebula Road, set off a storm in the Primordial Chaos World, slaughtered formidable characters in the Ancient Immortal Forbidden Zone, traversed the depths of the Ancient Nebula Underworld, and ascended to the Supreme Emperor Stage in the Nirvana of Transcendence...

Although Lin Xun spoke succinctly and indifferently, Zhao Yuanji’s emotions surged like a storm, as if he was listening to the making of a legend!

Zhao Yuanji’s expression suddenly turned strangely complex when he learned about Lin Xun’s purpose of coming to the True Dragon World. He stared at Lin Xun intently, making Lin Xun feel uneasy.

“Uncle, is there something wrong?” Lin Xun couldn’t help but ask, shifting slightly under that scrutinizing look.

Zhao Yuanji suddenly burst into laughter and pointed at Lin Xun. “So you went and got my daughter pregnant without a word!”

His laughter was loud and unrestrained, but there was an undeniable mix of emotions behind it—anger, relief, and a trace of displeasure. This was probably the kind of complicated feeling only a father could have. It was as if the precious cabbage he had carefully nurtured for years had been stolen away without him even realizing.

No matter how thick-skinned Lin Xun was, he still felt a little...embarrassed when facing his future ‘father-in-law.’

“Alright, it’s not that I disapprove of you two being together. On the contrary, you’ve known each other since you were young and have endured countless trials side by side. It hasn’t been easy for either of you to come this far.” Zhao Yuanji patted Lin Xun on the shoulder before continuing, “I also trust that you would never hurt Jingxuan, but...”

“Uncle, but what?”

Zhao Yuanji let out a sigh and said, “What worries me is that as you continue advancing on your cultivation path, the gap between you and Jingxuan will only grow wider. When that time comes, will...you still be able to walk this path together?”

The path of cultivation was long and ever-changing. As one’s strength and cultivation grew, so too did the distance between past friendships and bonds.

For example, Ning Meng, Shi Yu, and Ye Xiaoqi...they were once Lin Xun’s closest friends. Ever since he had left the lower domain, they had not been able to meet up.

For example, Toady, A’lu, and the big black bird, once his inseparable companions...now their whereabouts were unknown.

This was the path of the great dao. The higher one climbed, the further one drifted from those left behind...

This was Zhao Yuanji’s concern.

Given Lin Xun’s foundation and cultivation, he was destined to continue to advance rapidly on the path of the great dao. However, when that time came, could Zhao Jingxuan keep up with him?

It seemed highly unlikely!

Almost impossible!

Lin Xun pondered for a moment then reassured in a serious tone, “No matter what happens, I will not abandon Jingxuan. Otherwise, what would be the point of pursuing the great dao?”

Zhao Yuanji studied Lin Xun intently before nodding, “I believe you.”

Lin Xun’s expression remained calm and he didn’t offer empty promises or oaths, because deep down in his heart, he had never once considered the possibility of letting Zhao Jingxuan down.

While the two were talking, Lin Xun also did not forget to communicate with Xi, Big Yellow, and Xia Zhi in the Dao Endless Pagoda. He prepared a variety of divine herbs and elixirs to aid in their healing.

Xia Zhi wasn’t injured, but both Xi and Big Yellow were critically wounded and their recovery seemed unlikely in the short term.

This weighed heavily on Lin Xun’s mind.

The terrifying youthful looking man, who was able to manipulate the law power of the Dragon Palace world was no different from Heavenly Emperor Shi.

In this situation, how could they break into the Dragon Palace and rescue Jingxuan?

Seeing Lin Xun frown, Zhao Yuanji couldn’t help but ask. As he learned about Lin Xun’s previous bloody battles in the Dragon Palace, his own brows gradually furrowed.

“The Ancestor Soul Slaying you mentioned should be the ninth ancestor of our clan, Ao Jiuyi, also known as Soul Slaying Dragon Emperor. He is also the only ancestor-level figure present in the clan now.”

Suddenly, a soft, melodious voice echoed through the deep, inky sea, and a beam of light appeared from the distant depths. As the light grew closer, it revealed a slender, graceful figure bathed in its glow.

She wore a simple, wide-sleeved light purple palace gown. Her long hair was elegantly tied in a bun, exposing her smooth, snow-white neck. Her face was dignified and beautiful, and every movement she made radiated a refined and noble elegance.

That beautiful face bore a striking resemblance to Zhao Jingxuan, with a seventy percent likeness. It was none other than Ao Xingtang!

This should be the second time Lin Xun had seen her. The first time was when he was young and attended her birthday banquet in the Forbidden City of Ziyao Empire.

It was also at that banquet that Liu Qingyan composed the Heaven Pride Song.

And now, after many years, they met again, but Lin Xun was no longer the young teenager he once was. He had become a supreme Emperor, his name resounding throughout the starry sky!

“Greetings Auntie.” Lin Xun bowed respectfully.

No matter how high his cultivation level was, he would always remain a junior to Zhao Yuanji and Ao Xingtang.

𝓯𝓻𝒆𝙚𝒘𝓮𝙗𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝒍.𝙘𝓸𝙢

“We’re a family, no need for such formality.” Ao Xingtang said with a gentle smile, her gaze scanning Lin Xun from head to toe, like a mother-in law evaluating her son-in-law.

She nodded with satisfaction after a moment. “Jingxuan has sharp eyes, better than mine back then.”

Zhao Yuanji, who stood nearby, coughed awkwardly and remarked, “Xingtang, what are you saying? Are you implying you fell for me because your eyes weren’t sharp enough?”

Ao Xingtang chuckled, “Isn’t that the only reason?”

Zhao Yuanji opened his mouth as if to argue, but Ao Xingtang cut him off, “Let’s not bring up our past in order to not ruin your image in this child’s eyes.”

As Lin Xun listened to the couple’s bicker, he couldn’t help but act confused, pretending he hadn’t heard a thing. In truth, he found it a bit odd. He had never imagined someone like Zhao Yuanji could appear slightly...intimidated.

When Ao Xingtang came over, she held a radiant bead in her hand, which emitted a cascade of light, dispelling the surrounding darkness and chill of the sea.

Zhao Yuanji first briefed Ao Xingtang on Lin Xun’s situation and then added, “Lin Xun still has many questions, and only you can provide the answers he seeks.”

Ao Xingtang nodded, then turned to Lin Xun. “You came at the right time. Perhaps you can help me resolve the current predicament. Before we proceed, what is it that you want to know? As long as it is within my knowledge, I will tell you everything.”

Lin Xun perked up, and after a thought, he asked the first question.

What kind of terrifying existence was suppressed beneath the East Sea, the place known as the Forbidden Zone of Life?

This was also something that Zhao Yuanji didn’t know.

Ao Xingtang didn’t hide anything and revealed the truth without reservation.

At the beginning of the primeval era, the progenitors of the Four Great Primordial Clans, True Dragon, White Tiger, Black Tortoise and Celestial Phoenix, relocated from the Ancient Nebula Road, bringing their clans along. After experiencing countless trials and challenges in their search, the True Dragon Lineage finally arrived in this vast world, quickly establishing dominance as outsiders!

From that moment, this world came to be known as the True Dragon World.

However, a catastrophic disaster later befell the True Dragon Lineage, and it was a calamity intricately tied to the Luo Clan from the other side of the cosmos.

Hearing this, Lin Xun couldn’t help but tense up. He knew that the Luo Clan from the other side of the cosmos was the same clan to which his mother Luo Qingxun belonged.

“The Luo Clan from the other side of the cosmos was led by an extraordinary ancestor, known as the Omega Lord. He traversed the starry sky, conquering every world in his path. He entered the four great realms, True Dragon World, White Tiger Sacred Mountain, Black Tortoise Continent, and Celestial Phoenix Nest, and single-handedly defeated the progenitors of the Four Great Primordial Clans, forcing them into submission.

Ao Xingtang spoke softly, “The Omega Lord was a figure of great integrity, with an unrivaled presence. He possessed grand visions and great ambitions. After his victories, he offered guidance to the ancestors of the Four Great Primordial Clans, earning their deep admiration.

“As a result, their submission was not forced but out of genuine respect. They willingly served the Luo Clan from the other side of the cosmos as their rulers and laid down rules, ensuring that future generations of the Four Great Primordial Clans would remain loyal to the descendants of the Omega Lord.”

Lin Xun was both moved and astonished. What kind of transcendent demeanor and grand visions could have impressed the progenitors of the Four Great Primordial Clans so deeply?

“From that moment on, the Four Great Primordial Clans, due to their connection with the Omega Lord, gained access to the route and opportunity to reach the other side of the cosmos. Over countless years, countless experts ventured there, receiving the protection and guidance of the Luo Clan.

“It could be said that the Four Great Primordial Clans owed much of their prosperity to the Luo Clan.

“However, at the end of the primeval era, everything changed, and a great disaster followed.”

At this point, Ao Xingtang looked at Lin Xun and said, “Come to think of it, this matter is also related to your mother, Lu Boya, and your uncle.”

Lin Xun’s heart jolted. He had a faint suspicion, but he didn’t dare to confirm it.

“Your mother and uncle are pure-blooded descendants of the Omega Lord, but due to internal conflicts within the Luo Clan, they escaped long ago and fled across the starry sky, intending to hide in the Ancient Nebula Road.”

Ao Xingtang continued, “During their escape, the ancestor of our clan aided them, helping them successfully escape their pursuers.”

A complicated expression crossed Ao Xingtang’s face. “At that time, among the Four Great Primordial Clans, it was only the ancestor of the True Dragon Lineage who offered assistance. However, this act of aid caused the influential figures of the Luo Clan to mark our ancestor as a traitor.”