The greatest saint of all time!

Chapter 128 The Origins of the Xiao Family

"What did you write?"

"It seems... whoever obtains this map can seek the ancient Demon Abyss and control the demonic path of the world!"

"Ancient Demon Abyss?"

Lu Xuan's pupils contracted slightly.

He searched his memories of his past life but had no recollection of the name.

However, the name "Demon Abyss" sounds like a place of great danger.

"It seems that the Great Chu royal family's collusion with the Yin Sha Sect is not only to borrow their power, but is probably also related to this thing."

"Even those previous methods might not have been techniques of the Yin Sha Sect, but rather originated from some kind of Demon Abyss!"

Lu Xuan had a guess in his mind.

The reason why Chu Kuangren became that kind of monster that was neither human nor ghost, and even went so far as to sacrifice his entire clan, was probably to obtain the power to open this demonic abyss!

After all, the combat power he displayed before his death did not seem like a temporary breakthrough.

They probably already start slaughtering their subjects on a regular basis to increase their own power.

He just went completely mad before he died.

Unfortunately, he never succeeded before he died.

"I'll take this."

Lu Xuan unceremoniously pocketed the fragment.

Since the Primordial Pearl reacts to this thing, it means that this thing is useful to him.

Regardless of what this so-called ancient demon abyss is, since it has fallen into his hands, we absolutely cannot let it go.

"Yes! Your Highness, please take it!"

Wei Jiuqian naturally had no objection.

"By the way, Your Highness."

Wei Jiuqian seemed to remember something else and continued.

"When I was sorting through the files of the Great Chu royal family, I also found a secret letter."

"Who is it addressed to?"

"It seems to be... a major power in Zhongzhou!"

"Central Plains?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Xuan's expression immediately became serious.

Although the Eastern Wilderness is vast, it is merely a barren corner of the continent.

The true holy land of martial arts is Zhongzhou!

The area is rich in spiritual energy, teeming with powerful individuals, and dotted with numerous sects.

Any random second-rate force could sweep through the entire Eastern Wilderness!

The Great Chu Dynasty actually has connections with forces in the Central Plains?

"What did the letter say?"

Lu Xuan asked urgently.

"The contents of the letter are somewhat unclear, and most of it has been destroyed."

Wei Jiuqian said with some regret.

"However, judging from the few remaining fragments, it seems that the Great Chu royal family is seeking help from that force and has promised to offer this fragment as a reward if the other party takes action."

"Furthermore, there is a special mark at the end of the letter."

As he spoke, Wei Jiuqian took out a rubbing of a blueprint from his pocket and handed it to Lu Xuan.

Lu Xuan took a look and saw that the drawing depicted a bewitching black lotus flower.

"Black lotus?"

Lu Xuan frowned.

He was not familiar with the forces in Zhongzhou, but this black lotus gave him a very uncomfortable feeling.

"It seems that there are still many secrets hidden behind the Great Chu."

Lu Xuan put away the blueprints, a cold glint flashing in his eyes.

"Regardless of what forces are involved, since they dare to extend their reach into my Great Yan, they should be prepared to be cut off!"

"Pass down the order: continue to dig deep into all the secrets of the Great Chu royal family, especially clues about this fragment and the forces in Zhongzhou. Not a single clue can be overlooked!"

"yes!"

Wei Jiuqian accepted the order and left.

Lu Xuan stood by the window, looking at the bustling capital outside, toying with the mysterious fragment in his hand, his mind filled with thoughts.

Ancient Demon Abyss...

Central Plains forces...

Black Lotus Mark...

……

Three days passed in the blink of an eye.

After Lu Xuan finished handling the final handover matters in the capital of the Great Chu, he rushed back to the palace of the Great Yan without stopping.

The Great Yan court was in a state of extreme excitement and busyness due to the annexation of the vast territory of Great Chu.

Lu Tianxing was busy mobilizing troops and appeasing the people, and had no time to spare.

Lu Xuan did not disturb his father and returned directly to the East Palace.

Today is the day he sets off for the Ziyang Sect.

The atmosphere inside the East Palace was somewhat somber.

Lin Wan'er stood at the palace gate with red eyes, holding a newly sewn brocade robe in her hand. She looked at Lu Xuan, tears welling up in her eyes, but she bit her lip tightly to prevent them from falling.

"Your Highness, we don't know when you will return."

Lin Wan'er's voice was choked with emotion.

Lu Xuan stopped what he was doing and gently patted her head.

"Silly girl, why are you crying? I'm going to cultivate, not to die."

"Once I've established myself in the Ziyang Sect, I'll naturally bring you over."

"Then you will come with me to see a wider world."

Upon hearing this, Lin Wan'er suddenly raised her head, a hint of joy flashing in her eyes.

"Really? Your Highness isn't lying to me?"

Lu Xuan smiled faintly: "When have I ever lied to you?"

Lin Wan'er smiled through her tears, then nodded heavily and handed the brocade robe to Lu Xuan.

"Then this servant will stay here in the East Palace and wait for Your Highness to return."

Lu Xuan took the brocade robe, casually put it into his storage bag, and then, without lingering any longer, turned and walked out of the East Palace.

Like a fledgling eagle spreading its wings, its ambition soars to the heavens; this mundane imperial palace ultimately could not hold it back.

However, just as Lu Xuan stepped out of the East Palace gate, preparing to meet the disciples left behind by Elder Chi Huo outside the city, a figure was already waiting outside the palace gate.

Lu Xuan paused, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.

"Old Shen?"

Shen Qiansan was seen clutching an old wooden box tightly in his hand.

Upon seeing Lu Xuan emerge, he immediately strode forward to greet him.

"This old servant greets Your Highness."

Shen Qiansan was about to kneel down and pay his respects.

Lu Xuan reached out and helped him up.

"Mr. Shen, do we still need these formalities between us?"

"What urgent matter brings you here today?"

Shen Qiansan straightened up, then carefully looked around to make sure no one was there before handing the wooden box to Lu Xuan.

"The journey to the Ziyang Sect is long and fraught with danger, and there is nothing this old servant can do to help."

"This is the only thing that the Grand Tutor specifically instructed me to give you before his death. It must be given to you only after Your Highness has the ability to protect yourself."

"Grand Tutor...my maternal grandfather?"

Lu Xuan frowned slightly and took the wooden box.

The wooden box was heavy, with some extremely intricate patterns carved on it. It was quite old, but still exuded a faint fragrance.

"Exactly."

Shen Qiansan took a breath, his eyes filled with reminiscence.

"Your Highness, are you aware that the Xiao family are not native to the Great Yan?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Xuan was taken aback.

"Not local? Where is it then?"

In his original memory, the Xiao family were the founding heroes of the Great Yan Dynasty, serving as prime ministers for generations. How could they not be natives?

Shen Qiansan lowered his voice, his tone carrying a hint of awe.

"Central Plains!"

"The ancestors of the Xiao family were direct descendants of the Xiao family of Zhongzhou!"

"Back then, due to some unknown changes, the Grand Tutor's ancestors were forced to leave Zhongzhou and wandered all the way to this place. Just then, the Great Yan Emperor raised an army, so they befriended him and together they conquered this land."

"But for hundreds of years, the Xiao family has never forgotten its ancestral precept: to return to the Central Plains in place of our ancestors!"