6: The Mysterious Master, Sequence Zero

Before Xu Jinhuan could settle down to consolidate his Foundation and refine his Dao Heart, a powerful, authoritative voice echoed from outside the hall door.

"Nephew Xu, are you free?"

Xu Jinhuan dared not be negligent, immediately responded, and raised his hand to invite the person into the hall.

"Please come in."

When the group of Holy Land higher-ups stepped into the grand hall and clearly saw the young man's appearance, they all gasped, their eyes filled with awe and shock.

The Xu Jinhuan before them was tall and majestic, incomparably handsome, with a perfect face that would make all women in the world ashamed, yet without a trace of femininity; instead, he exuded a masculine aura, making it clear at a glance that he was a man.

Even more astonishing was the Dao charm swirling around him; every movement he made subtly conformed to the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth, as if he were an exiled Immortal who had transcended the mortal world, possessing an ethereal and transcendent temperament.

Some female Elders instantly understood why Li Qingyue had taken this person as her Disciple.

He was simply too handsome!

Facing this group of Holy Land Great Revered Masters with unfathomable cultivation, Xu Jinhuan showed no trace of panic, his expression calm and composed as he bowed in salute.

"Greetings, Holy Lord, greetings, Old Ancestor."

The Taiyi Holy Lord looked at him, unfazed even when Mount Tai collapsed before him, and smiled broadly, repeatedly clapping and praising:

"Only at the Cave Heaven Realm, yet facing us God Realm powerhouses without changing expression. He truly is the Immortal King Posture personally chosen by the Old Ancestor!"

With that, he stepped aside, inviting the old man behind him forward:

"Nephew Jinhuan, step forward. The Old Ancestor has something to say to you."

The old man, dressed in tattered clothes like a beggar, took a step and instantly appeared before Xu Jinhuan.

His eyes were bright, radiating substantial divine light, deep and mysterious, containing a terrifying aura that made Xu Jinhuan's heart palpitate, as if they could penetrate all illusions in the world.

Under this gaze, Xu Jinhuan felt as if all his secrets were exposed, being forcibly pried into.

This feeling of being seen through made him slightly frown.

Although the other party had no ill will, he strongly disliked this feeling.

Just then, a clear, authoritative female voice, like a thunderclap from the Nine Heavens, suddenly exploded within Xu Jinhuan's body, directed only at the Taiyi Old Ancestor:

"Scram!"

In an instant, the Taiyi Old Ancestor abruptly retracted his gaze, the probing and curiosity in his eyes vanishing, replaced by profound respect, even mixed with a hint of imperceptible fear.

This voice was only audible to Xu Jinhuan and the Taiyi Old Ancestor. The Holy Lord and Elders nearby, seeing this, were all bewildered, not understanding why the Old Ancestor's expression had suddenly changed, yet no one dared to ask rashly.

This was the Old Ancestor of Taiyi Holy Land; every action of the Old Ancestor had its own reasons.

Even if it defied convention, the Old Ancestor's fist was the greatest reason.

"The Great Dao resonates, Chaos ascends, life is hidden within destruction, Yin and Yang perfectly balanced and unparalleled! Clearly possessing the characteristics of a Chaos Body, yet more complete and formidable than an ordinary Chaos Body. Truly worthy of being the Supreme Physique capable of opening ten grotto-heavens!"

"Good! Good! Good!"

After a brief examination of Xu Jinhuan's body, the Taiyi Old Ancestor burst into hearty laughter, uttering three 'good's in a row, shaking the surrounding Great Dao of Heaven and Earth and causing rays of light to fill the sky.

"Thank you for your praise, Old Ancestor."

Xu Jinhuan took a deep breath and bowed again.

Although the old man's recent probing had displeased him, the other party was a senior and had no ill will. Being under someone else's roof, he couldn't say much.

It was his own fault for being too weak.

At the same time, his evaluation of his Addictive Master increased by a few points.

From the memories transmitted by Li Qingyue, he knew that this Taiyi Old Ancestor's cultivation was profound and unfathomable, a true stabilizing force of the Taiyi Holy Land, who had protected the Holy Land from annihilation many times.

Some said he was a Great Emperor's Disciple, some said he was an extraterrestrial visitor, and others said he had lived through several golden eras, making him one of the oldest existences in the Three Thousand Dao Provinces.

Opinions varied, and there were countless theories.

But one thing was certain: this tattered old man possessed terrifying strength second only to the unfathomable, capable of destroying heaven and earth!

He hadn't expected such a powerful Old Ancestor to be rebuffed by his Revered Master with a single word.

This showed that his Revered Master's identity and strength were also extraordinary.

Worthy of being the woman who makes my legs go weak... Suppressing his curiosity about his Addictive Master, Xu Jinhuan refocused his gaze on the Taiyi Old Ancestor.

"Jinhuan's strength is shallow; I feel undeserving."

"Hehe, you're quite humble, young man."

The Old Ancestor chuckled playfully, then his tone suddenly shifted, his voice lowered so only Xu Jinhuan could hear,

"Originally, this old man wanted to take you as a Disciple, but you already have a better Revered Master, so this old man won't show off his meager skill. However, you will not lack any of the status and resources you deserve!"

Li Qingyue's identity was special, and he did not intend to make it public.

Then, the Old Ancestor raised his eyes, and his authoritative voice spread throughout the grand hall, and even the entire Taiyi Holy Land:

"From today onwards, Xu Jinhuan is the First Holy Son of my Taiyi Holy Land, and is simultaneously granted the number zero sequence. All resources are on par with the Holy Lord, with unlimited supply!"

Bang!

On the various mountain peaks, numerous Saints and Saintesses simultaneously erupted, shattering the items around them, their Dao Hearts becoming somewhat unstable.

The sequence position they had bitterly contended for was so easily promised to Xu Jinhuan.

Moreover, it was the 'number zero sequence'!

"What?!"

The Grand Elders present were all shocked, while the ordinary Elders were bewildered, whispering to each other, seeking an explanation for the meaning of "number zero sequence" from the Grand Elders.

Upon learning the truth, they too were petrified on the spot, stunned by the Old Ancestor's grand gesture.

If it were merely bestowing the position of a Saint, they wouldn't be surprised. After all, he was a Prodigy who had opened ten grotto-heavens; the Saint position would fall to him sooner or later.

But to directly enter the sequence, and furthermore, the number zero sequence, that was different.

It was well known that the Taiyi Holy Land had only five sequences, from one to five, over the past thousand years.

However, only the Grand Elders knew that above the five great sequences, there was actually the number zero sequence.

This sequence only appeared once every ten thousand years!

Once confirmed, this number zero sequence would fully enjoy the treatment of a young Great Emperor!

"Old Ancestor, this might be inappropriate. What if the Disciples become dissatisfied...?"

A Grand Elder probed.

Each sequence was confirmed only after fierce competition and countless trials.

Now, Xu Jinhuan had just emerged and immediately received the most precious number zero sequence. What would the other Disciples think?

"Hmph! If anyone is dissatisfied, then defeat the number zero sequence and prove this old man wrong!"

The old man snorted coldly, flicked his sleeve, and turned to look at Xu Jinhuan.

"Young man, you will prove that this old man's choice was not wrong, right?"

Hearing this, Xu Jinhuan nodded helplessly with a wry smile.

This old fellow sure knows how to make trouble for himself.

However, with the System and having activated the Eternal Chaos Body at the start, if he still couldn't suppress an era, then he would truly be too weak.

"Don't worry, Old Ancestor, I will work hard and not bring shame to Revered Master or the Old Ancestor."

Receiving the promise, the Taiyi Old Ancestor nodded in satisfaction and led the others away.

Left behind, Xu Jinhuan looked at the powerful figures disappearing into the sky, his eyes flashing with excitement and anticipation.

"Reborn into such a magnificent world, I must ascend to the peak of this world and see what kind of scenery awaits!"

"Eternal Chaos Body, System, let me see where your limits truly lie!"