110: Zi Yan asks for help!

Chapter 110: Zi Yan Seeks Help!

After Lu Chuan obtained the Soul Origin, he immediately began to refine it.

In a secret chamber within Lingxiao Palace, Lu Chuan's soul power surged out from between his eyebrows, forming a human figure identical to him, sitting cross-legged before the ball of soul light. His mouth slightly opened, and a suction force emerged.

As this suction force appeared, the ball of soul light trembled slightly, and a pure power of Soul Origin spread out.

Finally, it enveloped Lu Chuan's soul, continuously merging into him through his mouth, nose, and the pores all over his body.

As more and more Soul Origin was absorbed, a strange crystal layer, like crystal, gradually appeared on the surface of Lu Chuan's soul.

Finally, Lu Chuan's soul reached the late Heavenly Realm. At this moment, there were no more than seven or eight people in this world whose souls were stronger than his.

With a late Heavenly Realm soul, Lu Chuan already possessed the potential to become a Ninth-rank Alchemist. Of course, this also required practice; it didn't mean that every Heavenly Realm soul was a Ninth-rank Alchemist.

After all, a Ninth-rank Alchemist needed more than just soul realm; they also needed extensive alchemy experience, and both technique and skill were indispensable.

The soul realm above the Heavenly Realm was the legendary Emperor Realm soul. Souls at this realm appeared no different from ordinary people. They could even kill Dou Saints with just their soul power.

Even if the physical body was destroyed, as long as the Emperor Realm soul remained, a new physical body could be reformed.

It could be said that the life-saving ability of powerhouses at this realm was greatly enhanced!

Possessing an Emperor Realm soul also indicated a sliver of possibility to break through to Dou Di.

Of course, breaking through to the Dou Di realm was not enough with just a soul, as more than one powerhouse reached the Emperor Realm soul in the original work, not just Xiao Yan.

The reason they didn't break through to the Dou Di realm was simply the lack of a wisp of World Origin Qi.

Only with World Origin Qi could one break through to Dou Di!

Otherwise, even if physical cultivation and soul refinement reached their peak, one could not step into that realm.

In the ancient Dou Qi Continent, when Origin Qi was abundant, many Dou Dis emerged.

However, as time passed and Origin Qi gradually became scarce, the only possibility for a Dou Saint to break through to Emperor Realm now was an Emperor Pill refined by Tuoshe Ancient Emperor.

It contained the last wisp of Origin Qi!

Of course, besides this method, there was another: refining different flames.

Tuoshe Ancient Emperor spent a thousand years devouring different flames to achieve Dou Di.

This path was extremely perilous; a slight carelessness could lead to death and the annihilation of one's path.

Different flames are incompatible with each other; often, as soon as they are refined into the body, they will counteract and collide, and the cultivator's fragile body simply cannot withstand the violent energy of the different flames.

Lu Chuan's thoughts drifted as he pondered the methods of breaking through to Dou Di in the original work. Although his cultivation was still shallow, with the rewards given by the diary, perhaps he could find another path.

After all, he was so young and already possessed the potential of a Ninth-rank Alchemist. The diary's contribution was clearly indispensable!

Now, he still needed time. As long as he grew, he believed that the realm of a Ninth-rank Alchemist was not out of reach.

...

Mountains undulated, peaks stacked upon peaks, ancient forests were dense, giant trees that several people could embrace were everywhere, their roots gnarled, and fierce beasts could vaguely be seen galloping through the gaps.

Lingxiao Palace, a vast cluster of palaces, floated in the sky, casting large shadows. Pavilions, terraces, white corridors, jade pillars... all showcased the mystery and luxury of this palace.

White clouds intertwined and crisscrossed in the sky, collectively outlining a jade-like grand avenue paved with stone bricks. Figures glided across it, their graceful forms and fluttering sleeves resembling celestial beings.

Several maidservants with cloud-like buns wore white robes embroidered with auspicious cloud patterns, outlining their graceful figures. They carried fruit baskets or jade wine pots in their left hands, flitting past.

They were like elves from a dream, their curled eyelashes trembling slightly, their eyes sparkling, and their pretty faces incomparably beautiful.

“Oh my goodness...”

In a certain void, a young girl dressed in white, with a petite figure, stood on the clouds, her fair and tender jade feet lightly touching the void. Her pretty little face, with slightly parted red lips, couldn't help but exclaim.

The girl looked about 1.2 meters tall and was named Zi Yan. She had long resided in Canaan Academy. After learning from the diary Instances that Lu Chuan knew her origins, she rushed to Lingxiao Palace in the Northwest Continent to find Lu Chuan.

Yes, Zi Yan was also one of the owners of the diary Instances...

She appeared to be just a little girl, but this was only because she had accidentally eaten a shapeshifting herb when she was young. Because her form was already set, she could only maintain the appearance of a little girl.

She never grew up unless she broke through to the seventh rank.

As for why Zi Yan would take the shapeshifting herb, it was because her true form was a Magical Beast...

No longer hesitating.

After observing for a while longer, the young girl's jade feet lightly tapped, and her figure flashed several tens of feet. The Dou Qi wings on her back demonstrated impressive cultivation.

The closer she got, the more the majestic grandeur of Lingxiao Palace unfolded before her eyes.

Zi Yan's heart grew even more astonished.

What kind of person would live in such a celestial palace?

Definitely a true powerhouse!

After another few tens of feet, Lingxiao Palace was within reach, but her figure became somewhat hesitant.

She had a vague premonition that if she forced her way in, something terrifying would happen.

Something extremely dreadful was about to befall her!

Zi Yan obediently presented her visiting card. The attendant at the gate dared not be negligent and led her to the reception hall, offering tea and water, which was naturally no problem.

On the Dou Qi Continent, strength undoubtedly commanded respect.

Although Zi Yan appeared extremely young, like a newborn calf, and was just a pretty little girl.

But the Dou Qi wings on her back already proved that her cultivation was definitely above that of a Dou Huang.

This also ensured that everyone dared not neglect her.

Thus,

Lu Chuan had originally intended to refuse visitors, but when he saw the familiar name 'Zi Yan' on the visiting card, he decided to take a look.

As soon as he opened the door, he caught sight of the young girl resting her chin on her jade hand, idly playing with a wisp of hair on her forehead with her fair fingertips.

Wisp after wisp of hair wrapped around her fair and tender index finger, and the soft flesh of her finger was pressed into an alluring curve...

Zi Yan noticed Lu Chuan entering and hurriedly tried to bow, but Lu Chuan stopped her. His expression was gentle, his hand made a gesture of support, and he said unhurriedly, “May I ask what brings you here, young friend?”

Upon hearing this, Zi Yan finally regained her composure. She said righteously, “I want you to tell me about my origins.”

The young girl, like a pink jade figurine, had a rosy, doll-like face that made people increasingly fond of her. The words that came from her mouth sounded like a spoiled child's plea, making it impossible to feel angry.

She didn't seem to realize why Lu Chuan should tell her such a thing.

Lu Chuan also didn't expect Zi Yan to be so direct. Although he had already guessed the young girl's intention in coming to him, he couldn't help but be amused by Zi Yan's innocent cuteness.

For a moment, he didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

“How are you sure I know your origins? And even if I did, why should I tell you?” Lu Chuan retorted.

Zi Yan's little face flushed, and her delicate fingertips involuntarily clutched the corner of her clothes. She argued, “You, you already know...”

“And... and...”

Lu Chuan couldn't help but chuckle. He was amused by Zi Yan's cute appearance. After thinking for a moment, he decided not to tease her further and to tell Zi Yan about her origins.

“I do indeed know your origins,” Lu Chuan said unhurriedly, taking a sip of tea.

As soon as these words were spoken, Zi Yan, who had been wondering how to explain, instantly sharpened her gaze, and her small face became very serious.

Lu Chuan's words continued, “You are a member of the Void Ancient Dragon clan, and your father is the missing Dragon Emperor of the previous generation.”

This news was like a drop of cold water in a hot oil pan, instantly causing an uproar.

It was also as if a calm sea surface suddenly experienced crashing waves and relentless storms.

Zi Yan's brain momentarily struggled to process Lu Chuan's words.

Her thoughts were complex; she hadn't expected to be a member of the Void Ancient Dragon clan.

Meanwhile, the other girls, who had been quietly observing, were also stunned by this news.

They all cast curious glances at Lu Chuan, seemingly marveling at how much this man knew.

Especially Mu Qingluan!

As a member of the Magical Beast Qingluan clan, she naturally knew the power of the Void Ancient Dragon clan, one of the three great Magical Beast families.

There was more than one Dou Saint among them, and they had existed since the ancient Dou Qi Continent, passed down to this day, making them arguably the most top-tier great clan.

There was even a Dragon Emperor among them! The Void Ancient Dragon stood shoulder to shoulder with the other two great clans.

Even the infamous Hall of Souls dared not easily provoke them.

Compared to the Void Ancient Dragon, the Magical Beast Qingluan clan, from which Mu Qingluan originated, was undoubtedly like the light of a firefly competing with the bright moon.

What was unexpected was that this seemingly very young child before them was actually a lost member of the Void Ancient Dragon clan.

Even a descendant of the former Dragon Emperor!

The purity of her bloodline was astonishingly high!!

This was truly surprising.

Mu Qingluan's beautiful eyes held a divine radiance, and her gaze intensely fixed on Lu Chuan. This man always managed to give them some surprises.

It was as if there was nothing in this world that Lu Chuan didn't know.

Various secrets of the continent, long-lost inheritances of various clans, and now he could even identify a descendant of the Void Ancient Dragon clan left outside at a glance.

Tang Huo'er, Xiao Yu, and Xiao Mei also reacted strongly, clearly stunned into speechlessness by the news.

Zi Yan lightly bit her red lip. After learning her origins, what surfaced was not joy but rather helplessness. She cast an imploring gaze at Lu Chuan, her voice soft and pleading, “Since you know my origins, can you send me home? I will reward you.”

“It's a small matter. For a cute girl like you, helping once is nothing,” Lu Chuan said with a smile, waving his hand.

Zi Yan blushed slightly. Her eyes darted away; she found Lu Chuan very handsome and for a moment dared not look at him.

Cute girl.

Was she being praised?

So shy!!!

“Thank you!” Zi Yan gathered her courage, looked directly at Lu Chuan, and thanked him.

The young girl's voice was very soft, like clouds in the sky or cotton candy, soft and sweet.

Her two lips were as delicate and luscious as rose petals, and a blush like the glow of dawn appeared on her palm-sized fair face. Her eyelashes fluttered, her eyes sparkled, filled with shyness and timidity.

Her gaze was like a little deer, thump-thumping into one's heart.

Lu Chuan's expression was calm, as if he had only done a small thing. He waved his hand at Zi Yan and said in a faint tone, “What I said is indeed the truth, and furthermore, I am in a good mood today.”

At this point, the girls also blushed a little.

Isn't that right?

Their collective actions indeed put Lu Chuan in a good mood.

“The current Void Ancient Dragon clan, ever since the disappearance of the previous Dragon Emperor, has experienced rebellion. The three great Dragon Kings have divided the Ancient Dragon clan.”

“The three Dragon Islands—West, North, and South—attack each other. Their respective Dragon Kings also dislike each other, wishing to defeat and devour them to purify their bloodlines.”

“Among them, the Northern Dragon King is particularly powerful. If you return to the clan, you must be especially careful of him.”

“Only the Eastern Dragon Island remains loyal to the Dragon Emperor's lineage.”

Their destination for this journey was also Eastern Dragon Island.

During their journey, Lu Chuan educated Zi Yan on the current state of the Void Ancient Dragon clan.

The little girl's face was serious, and she did not speak midway.

“It seems the impact of Father's disappearance is truly severe,” Zi Yan said in a rather low tone.

“For a powerful race to be destroyed, it often begins with internal disintegration.”

Lu Chuan said with a faint smile.

He paused, noticing the girl's low spirits, and instead comforted her, “Your father is trapped in a secret place that cannot be connected to the Dou Qi Continent.”

Upon hearing this, Zi Yan's eyes sparkled. She stared at Lu Chuan and asked, “Really?”

After receiving a definite affirmative answer.

Zi Yan's mood finally improved. After all, her father wasn't doing it on purpose.

If it weren't for dire circumstances, the Dragon Emperor would never abandon his daughter and the Void Ancient Dragon clan.

In the future, when her cultivation improved, she would definitely rescue her old father and bring him out of that mysterious space isolated from the Dou Qi Continent.

At the same time, Zi Yan also admired Lu Chuan from the bottom of her heart.

This man was truly too mysterious, as if he knew everything and could do anything.

Whatever news Zi Yan wanted to know, Lu Chuan could promptly reveal the secrets of the Void Ancient Dragon clan. These things should not have been known by a human, but Lu Chuan simply knew them.

He was even more like a dragon than the dragons themselves.

If Zi Yan hadn't been able to sense Lu Chuan's aura, she would have almost thought that the person in front of her was not human, but rather a Void Ancient Dragon.

Because he knew far too many things!!

It was definitely not just a 'slight understanding' as Lu Chuan claimed.

At a certain moment, while Lu Chuan was speaking eloquently, a hint of killing intent flashed in Zi Yan's eyes, but it quickly faded.

If it were any other human who knew so many secrets of the dragon clan, the entire Void Ancient Dragon clan would spare no effort to kill him.

But when that person was Lu Chuan...

Even if Zi Yan was questioned by her own kind, she would open her innocent eyes wide and claim to know nothing.

Anyway, betraying Lu Chuan was impossible!

After traveling through the void for an hour, Lu Chuan finally brought Zi Yan to Eastern Dragon Island.

This was a giant island suspended in the void, with a silver, bowl-shaped energy shield inverted above it.