As Xu Chuan emerged from his seclusion, he heard news of the Golden Ancient Palace and gathered some basic information about it.
His mind immediately went to Yang Sheng's script information.
This gave him a shock.
According to the script detected by the system, Yang Sheng had obtained his fortuitous encounters and inheritance within the Golden Ancient Palace, ultimately becoming an unparalleled powerhouse.
"I didn't expect the Golden Ancient Palace to appear so soon."
The appearance of the Golden Ancient Palace disrupted his plans. He had originally decided to enter seclusion and prepare for the Dao Discussion Assembly a year later.
But now that the Golden Ancient Palace had appeared, he had to go!
His goal on this trip was Yang Sheng's fortuitous encounter!
However, before he could request permission to go to the Golden Ancient Palace, the Grandmaster of Taiyi sent a message, instructing Xu Chuan to prepare for the journey.
Before his departure.
Situ Lin summoned Xu Chuan to his side.
"Master, what are your instructions?"
Xu Chuan bowed respectfully and then asked.
"This journey to the Golden Ancient Palace will undoubtedly be fraught with peril and brutal!"
"Entering it, you will not only face the prodigies from the major powers of the Eastern Region but also be wary of the hidden dangers within the Golden Ancient Palace. A single misstep could lead to your demise."
"Due to the rules of the ancient palace, I cannot offer you much assistance. I hope you can remain vigilant and not be careless in the slightest. Sometimes, the human heart is the most terrifying thing!"
Situ Lin earnestly admonished Xu Chuan, his expression becoming extremely solemn as he spoke.
The Golden Ancient Palace appeared once every thousand years, and he had entered it in his youth.
On that occasion, the Taiyi Holy Land had sent six true disciples, but only he had returned.
The other five had perished in conflicts with other prodigies.
His current achievements were due to his talent, and partly to the fortuitous encounters he had gained within the Golden Ancient Palace.
"Disciple understands. Master, please do not worry!"
Xu Chuan said earnestly.
"I am certain to gain something from this trip! Moreover, I will use this opportunity to become famous throughout the world, letting everyone know my name, Xu Chuan!"
Now that he had become a candidate for the Saint Son sequence, Xu Chuan had no intention of remaining low-key.
Prestige and fame were also important aspects of the Saint Son selection!
Although he had only recently stepped into the Divine Ability Realm, he was confident that no one in the Divine Ability Realm could defeat him!
"Always boasting. Remember, there's always someone better. Be careful with everything!"
Situ Lin's words were blunt regarding Xu Chuan's confidence.
However, in his heart, he was very satisfied.
After observing him for some time.
He found Xu Chuan to be resolute and decisive, intelligent and steady in his actions, and strategic in his planning. These excellent qualities made him optimistic about Xu Chuan, and further confirmed that he had not misjudged when he took Xu Chuan as his disciple.
In time, he would surely become a powerful figure, and the Eastern Region would not be his limit!
Of course, this was all within Situ Lin's thoughts.
He did not express it, fearing Xu Chuan might become complacent.
"These past few days, I've noticed a powerful flame when you cultivate, but it fluctuates in strength. I surmise you need a fire control martial technique. I happened to obtain this martial technique in the past. Take it and cultivate it to enhance your self-preservation abilities."
After speaking.
Situ Lin took out a jade slip from his storage ring and handed it to Xu Chuan.
Upon receiving it, Xu Chuan saw that it recorded a low-grade Earth-tier martial technique called "Vermillion Bird Fire Control Art."
Seeing this, Xu Chuan was overjoyed.
He had already been planning to visit the Hall of Bestowing Techniques again. He hadn't expected his master to have already prepared it for him.
He couldn't help but sigh, was this what it felt like to have a master?
"Thank you, Master, for your kindness!"
Xu Chuan bowed and expressed his gratitude.
Situ Lin nodded and continued, "Also, the jade slip contains a terrain map that I drew after I left back then. You can refer to it, but don't rely on it entirely, as the environment within the ancient palace changes periodically."
"Alright, hurry up and go. Be safe, staying alive is the most important thing!"
Situ Lin waved his hand, urging Xu Chuan to leave.
He didn't forget to remind him one last time.
"Yes, disciple takes his leave!"
Xu Chuan bowed again and departed.
At the same time, prodigies who met the criteria from all over the Eastern Region emerged at this moment.
They usually cultivated in solitude, but now they were poised to set off, all converging towards the Endless Sea.
The grand trend of prodigies competing had officially begun!
...
Half a day later.
Above the Taiyi Holy Land, a giant avian beast appeared.
On its back stood an elder in purple robes.
His aura was vast, his eyes deep and ancient, and boundless might emanated from him, showcasing his immense strength.
This person was none other than the Peak Master of Ziyang Peak, Li Wuji!
A ninth-level Transcendent Realm powerhouse.
He would be leading the team to the Golden Ancient Palace.
In addition to him, several elders from the Samsara Realm would also accompany them.
These individuals were there to protect the safety of the true disciples heading to the Golden Ancient Palace.
After all.
The Golden Ancient Palace was no ordinary place, filled with countless treasures and inheritances.
If someone obtained a heaven-defying fortuitous encounter, they would be targeted the moment they emerged. Without a powerful backing at that time, the consequences were imaginable!
"Time is approaching. True disciples, it is time to depart!"
At this moment, Li Wuji spoke.
As his voice fell, Yang Sheng emerged from behind him, his fighting spirit ablaze.
After the failure half a month ago, he had reflected and strived for improvement, breaking through to the ninth level of the Mortal Transcending Realm, only one step away from the Divine Ability Realm.
His trip to the Golden Ancient Palace was precisely to seek fortuitous encounters and break through.
And to avenge his humiliation!
Yang Sheng bowed to Li Wuji and then stood by, waiting.
Following that, a colossal hammer flew from the horizon, with a bald youth standing upon it.
While others flew on swords, he chose an unconventional path, flying on a hammer!
This person was Cui Jiang, the senior disciple of Lieyang Peak, a weapon refiner. He was quite famous within the Holy Land, often forging weapons for Taiyi Holy Land disciples free of charge.
His strength was also terrifying, being at the fifth level of the Nirvana Realm!
Not long after the two took their positions.
A flash of golden light streaked from not far away.
With terrifying speed, it instantly appeared on the beast's back, catching even Li Wuji by surprise.
It was Xu Chuan.
The maneuver he had just performed was to test his divine ability – the Golden Crow Transforming into Rainbow technique.
The speed was indeed terrifying!
However, as soon as Xu Chuan appeared, Yang Sheng's brow furrowed.
For some reason, whenever he saw Xu Chuan, he felt an uncomfortable sensation.
"Greetings, Peak Master!"
Xu Chuan approached Li Wuji and bowed.
"No need for such formality. Since you are here, everyone is gathered. Let us depart now!"
Li Wuji said with a smile.
For this journey to the Golden Ancient Palace, the Taiyi Holy Land had only sent these three.
Quality over quantity.
Both Xu Chuan and Cui Jiang were capable of acting independently.
As for Yang Sheng, Li Wuji had insisted on bringing him along, so he could witness the prodigies of the Eastern Region!
The beast spread its wings, and under Li Wuji's leadership, the group headed towards the Endless Sea.