190: Lao Zu Li Bao

All the sect masters immediately turned their spears towards the Netherworld First Grade Hall.

Then, when the scene shifted to Chu Ying merging the three inherited memories, the expressions of the Three Great Sacred Grounds' people changed instantly.

The expressions of those from various forces were strange; they truly hadn't expected that Little Friend Chu would obtain the ancient scripture inheritances of the Three Great Sacred Grounds just by saving someone.

It was hard to say whether it was luck or destiny.

The Faces of the Three Great Sacred Grounds' people were extremely grim, especially the six Old Ancestors, who scrutinized Chu Ying with flickering gazes.

Chu Ying, however, was completely fearless.

"You are the Consort of the Forbidden Zone Immortal Mausoleum, Little Friend Chu Ying, correct?" an Old Ancestor from the Jade Balance Holy Land asked in a deep voice, staring at Chu Ying. This was already a known fact.

However, his bringing it up carried a different implication, making everyone speculate.

"Naturally."

Chu Ying's expression was calm, neither humble nor arrogant.

Although he had merged those three memory light clusters, his initial goal was merely to prevent the Netherworld First Grade Hall from obtaining them.

He just hadn't expected to merge them himself by a strange coincidence.

"You have obtained the ancient scripture inheritances of our Three Great Sacred Grounds. How do you propose we resolve this matter?" the Old Ancestor said with a grim Face.

He didn't dare to use an interrogative tone.

The young man before him was an Eight Heavens Champion, an extremely formidable Tianjiao. His simple strike just now, defeating Thunder Punishment Holy Son Lei Aotian, had already showcased his extraordinary nature to everyone.

Furthermore, there was the background behind him: White-browed Eagle King of the Demon Clan, a Half-Step Great Saint.

If that could be somewhat disregarded, then the Great Dream Immortal Mausoleum was a genuine behemoth.

"What do you think, Senior? I saved the three Holy Daughters of Jade Balance, Open Yang, and Celestial Balance. How do the Three Great Sacred Grounds intend to repay the Consort of the Immortal Tomb for this favor?"

Chu Ying smiled faintly, his expression composed.

If the Three Great Sacred Grounds didn't trouble him for acquiring their inheritances, then he wouldn't seek repayment for saving them.

But if the other party insisted on pursuing the matter, he could use this as leverage.

After all, if your Three Holy Lands can bully me with your Holy Land prestige, then I can also counterattack by relying on my identity as the Consort of the Immortal Tomb.

At this moment, Chu Ying couldn't help but sigh in his heart, thinking, 'As expected, having power behind you truly gives you confidence.'

Thinking of Meng Qing, who was in seclusion cultivating in the Immortal Tomb, Chu Ying's heart softened.

Before he left the Immortal Tomb, Meng Qing had specifically instructed him that while he could be carefree outside, his personal safety must always be the priority. If he encountered danger, he should invoke the name of the Immortal Tomb, as there were few forces in the Eastern Wilderness that dared to openly provoke the Immortal Tomb.

Chu Ying truly didn't know what kind of fate he had to marry such a wife.

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"What a sharp tongue!"

The Old Ancestor Yuheng's Face instantly darkened, subtly hinting at anger.

The expressions of the Three Great Sacred Grounds' people were solemn.

At this moment.

The Cultivators from various Ancient Sects and major factions, as well as those from the Feng Family, Zi Xia Holy Land, and Celestial Pivot Holy Land, were all somewhat stunned.

They hadn't expected Chu Ying to speak so assertively to that Jade Balance Holy Land Old Ancestor.

Anyone present who wasn't a fool could understand the meaning Chu Ying conveyed.

If you dare to address the matter of me obtaining your inheritance, you must first consider how to repay your debt of gratitude.

Or rather, the debt of gratitude owed to the Great Dream Immortal Mausoleum.

After all, to some extent, Chu Ying represented the Great Dream Immortal Mausoleum.

"Our Three Holy Lands' Holy Daughters did not ask Little Friend Chu for help; Little Friend Chu saved them on his own. If you seek repayment, it's not impossible, but it might not be commensurate with the identity of the Consort of the Immortal Tomb."

The Old Ancestor Yuheng, as expected of someone who had lived for over a thousand years, was a shrewd old fox. His words now took a sharp turn, clearly hinting at reneging on the debt.

Chu Ying's mouth curled into a grin.

This old man is truly interesting. At such an old age, he still wants to morally bind me?

"Heh heh, there's nothing inconsistent about it. I'm just a rogue Cultivator by origin, and I've always believed in repaying kindness for kindness."

"Moreover, I didn't intend to merge those three inherited memories at the time. It was the formation set up by the Netherworld First Grade Hall that went wrong, practically forcing the inheritances into my hands."

Chu Ying's first statement made everyone's hearts tighten, realizing Chu Ying's assertiveness.

But regarding his second statement, they couldn't help but roll their eyes.

Isn't this just blatant lying? When did those Seven Fiend Star Envoys force the inheritances into his hands? You clearly snatched them yourself!

The Old Ancestor Yuheng's eyes were extremely dark.

"Little Friend Chu saved the Holy Daughters of our Three Great Sacred Grounds, and this favor will naturally be repaid. However, Little Friend Chu has obtained the most important inheritances of our Three Great Sacred Grounds. Should you not provide an explanation?"

He spoke in a deep voice, subtly hinting at pressure.

Chu Ying's expression slightly hardened, about to speak.

However, a hearty voice came with a laugh.

"Heh heh! I never expected it! Our Big Dipper lineage actually produced three ungrateful Holy Lands. This is truly an eye-opener!"

Old Ancestor Changkong, the Half-Step Great Saint from the Celestial Pivot Holy Land, laughed heartily.

"All of you came to our Celestial Pivot Holy Land with such a grand display, attempting to force our Celestial Pivot into submission and hand over the Tianxuan Sutra, even proclaiming that you could exchange your ancient scripture inheritances for the Tianxuan Sutra."

"It seems you weren't too concerned about your own inheritances. So why are you now trying to find trouble with Little Friend Chu?"

His words caused the Faces of the Cultivators from the Jade Balance, Open Yang, and Celestial Balance Holy Lands to instantly darken.

"What does Ancestor Changkong mean?" The Old Ancestor Yuheng coldly swept his gaze towards the Tianxuan Laozu.

"The Celestial Pivot Holy Land values righteousness and will never do anything ungrateful or burn bridges."

Tianxuan Laozu now stepped forward, stroking his beard, smiling calmly yet forcefully:

"Little Brother Chu needs not worry. You are the savior of our Tianxuan Holy Maiden. In our Celestial Pivot Holy Land, no one dares to harm you."

"After all, our Celestial Pivot Holy Land is not like some others."

The overt and covert mockery made the Old Ancestor Yuheng and the others lose Face.

"Hmph! One thing is one thing. We will naturally repay the favor of Little Friend Chu and the Immortal Tomb, but the matter of Holy Land inheritances is of great importance."

The Old Ancestor Yuheng spoke grimly: "Little Friend Chu, you should still think about what explanation you should give us!"

"Otherwise, our Three Holy Lands are not to be trifled with. Even if the Immortal Tomb is powerful, we will still demand an explanation."

Chu Ying frowned, his expression becoming indifferent.

But just then.

Old Ancestor Changkong of the Celestial Pivot Holy Land released terrifying Half-Step Great Saint pressure, which enveloped everything, instantly suppressing the Old Ancestors of the Three Great Sacred Grounds.

"An explanation? You Three Holy Lands provoked Celestial Pivot, and you haven't given me an explanation yet!"

"Little Brother Chu, Celestial Pivot will protect him!"

Hearing these incomparably domineering and forceful words, the Cultivators from all directions were utterly astonished.

The various sect masters exchanged strange glances, wondering if even though Chu Ying saved the Tianxuan Holy Maiden, it shouldn't warrant Celestial Pivot protecting him so strongly.

Could they truly be going to war with the Three Great Sacred Grounds?

Don't forget, the Three Great Sacred Grounds are currently allied with the Thunder Punishment Holy Land.

"Something's strange. This Senior from Celestial Pivot wouldn't act like this without reason." The Saintly Being of the Feng Family's eyes flickered, guessing at their intentions.

The female Saintly Being of Zi Xia Holy Land turned her gaze to Chu Ying, deep in thought.

Chu Ying also hadn't expected this Tianxuan Laozu to be so forcefully protective of him. Coupled with Qiu Lingsu's influence, this immediately gave him an excellent impression of the Celestial Pivot Holy Land.

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