Published: August 27, 2025
Chapter 346: Ancestor Linghu
Han Li and the old fellow walked out of the room together. Xiao Cuiâer, who was guarding the courtyard gate, also heard a series of giant bell sounds and couldnât help but look anxiously at the old fellow.
The old fellow frowned slightly, took a few steps over, and whispered something to her. Only then did the young girlâs expression return to normal.
Then the old fellow beckoned Han Li, and the two of them flew up on their flying devices, heading straight to the Council Hall.
Along the way, Han Li saw many cultivators flying in the same direction, but most of them were disciples in the qi refining stage, showing that the strength within the valley was greatly insufficient.
It was likely that when the demonic path really attacked, even with the aid of the sect protection formation, they wouldnât be able to hold out for long.
The two of them brooded in silence as they traveled. Before long, they arrived in front of a huge stone hall.
At this moment, over a thousand cultivators had gathered at the hallâs entrance, but all were stopped by the guards, who only allowed foundation establishment stage cultivators and above to enter the council.
Naturally, Han Li and the old fellowâs identities were sufficient, so amidst the complex gazes of others, they quietly walked inside.
Upon entering the Council Hall, Han Li was stunned!
Because inside, it was not the chaotic scene he had imagined, like ants on a hot pan. Nearly a hundred cultivators present were completely silent, all respectfully staring at the one seated in the main seat.
This person was obviously not the nominal Sect Leader Zhong Lingdao of Yellow Maple Valley, because Sect Leader Zhong himself was standing obediently to the side. Sitting upright in the main seat was an elderly man in brocade robes, his hair and beard completely white.
The old manâs face was sallow, with small, dull eyes, and he was extremely ugly.
But for some unknown reason, the moment Han Li saw him, his heart skipped a beat, and his hands and feet trembled uncontrollably.
âWhat is going on?â Han Li thought in astonishment.
The old man glanced coldly at Han Li and the old fellow as they entered.
But that single glance sent chills through Han Liâs body, making him feel unbearably uneasy, as if all his hidden secrets had been seen through. His expression changed drastically.
âHmm! Your primordial spirit cultivation is quite good. Have you cultivated any techniques that train the primordial spirit?â The old manâs eyes flashed with a hint of surprise as he asked calmly.
Han Liâs heart filled with both awe and fear upon hearing this.
What was even more incredible was that he could sense no spiritual power from the old man, which meant their cultivation bases differed vastly. Core formation stage cultivators like Li Huayuan had never given him this feeling. So this elder must be...
Han Li thought for a moment, horrified. All his anger vanished into thin air, replaced by utmost respect as he hastily replied:
âReporting to you, Elder, I indeed practice some cultivation techniques related to the primordial spirit. You truly have a sharp eye!â
The brocade-robed elder smiled faintly at Han Liâs words, then lightly waved his hand.
Han Li and the old fellow immediately took the hint and moved into the crowd.
After waiting for about the time of a meal, another dozen or so foundation establishment stage cultivators arrived.
Only then did Sect Leader Zhong Lingdao respectfully speak to the elder:
âAncestor, all the foundation establishment cultivators currently in the valley have assembled. Senior Uncle Huang is currently at Heavenly Stone Peak and likely wonât return soon.â
The brocade-robed elder frowned slightly upon hearing this, then immediately resumed his usual calm expression and instructed:
âLet it be if he canât come. Saving lives is like fighting a fire; we cannot wait for him. Letâs start.â
âYes, Elderâs words are wise!â Zhong Lingdao obediently agreed.
The elder chuckled softly but said nothing further.