novelraw Chapter 472: Yu Zhao, I Am Your Ancestor!
Chapter 472: Yu Zhao, I Am Your Ancestor!
As soon as Ancestor Sui Bian finished speaking, he saw Yu Zhao’s eyes gleaming, staring at him intently.
That familiar expression of undisguised hunger made him instinctively cross his arms over his chest and shrink back in alarm. “Yu Zhao, I am your ancestor! You must not defy the heavens and commit the heinous act of betraying your master and ancestor!”
Yu Zhao: …
Just how many cultivators had coveted Ancestor Sui Bian’s body before? He was acting like a frightened bird at the mere sight of her enthusiasm.
“Ancestor, the Avatar Refining Method you mentioned just now—can I learn it?”
Yu Zhao was different from others.
She had no interest in Ancestor Sui Bian’s body—she coveted his techniques!
If she could refine an Avatar, wouldn’t that be equivalent to gaining another life?
Her heart burned with excitement.
Ancestor Sui Bian let out a relieved sigh. Lowering his arms, he took a leisurely sip from his teacup before drawling, “I can teach you, but…”He deliberately stretched out his words, baiting Yu Zhao’s curiosity.
Black Old Taoist couldn’t stand it and directly cut in, “The refinement of an Avatar comes with many restrictions, and the requirements are extremely high. Back then, Sui Bian voluntarily passed this technique to us, yet none of us managed to succeed. You can learn from him, but don’t get your hopes up too high.”
Ancestor Sui Bian shot Black Old Taoist a resentful look for ruining his dramatic pause and coughed heavily. “Actually, I have been preparing to refine my third Avatar over these years, but I have yet to find the key breakthrough.”
He turned to Yu Zhao. “Yu Zhao, if you can comprehend the Avatar Refining Method within ten years, I will gift you all the materials I have gathered for my next Avatar, aiding you in refining your own. How about it?”
Yu Zhao’s breath hitched.
Though she hadn’t seen the technique yet, judging by Ancestor Sui Bian and Black Old Taoist’s words, gathering materials for an Avatar was bound to be an expensive endeavor requiring vast amounts of spirit jade.
This was a generous gift.
She had nothing of equal value to return, making her hesitant to accept so lightly.
Black Old Taoist chuckled. “Sui Bian, you spoke too seriously and scared Yu Zhao.”
“Did I? Hahaha.”
Ancestor Sui Bian laughed as well, shattering the solemn atmosphere in an instant.
“Yu Zhao, you must remember that you do not only carry your own future on your shoulders, but also the future of the Cultivation World. Do not hesitate to accept our goodwill.”
Ancestor Sui Bian only regretted that he couldn’t give Yu Zhao even more, never that she was asking for too much.
“Ancestor, Yu Zhao will remember.”
“The Sect’s Grand Discussion in the Bifang Realm is approaching. Once matters here are settled, I will pass the technique on to you.”
“Yes.”
Satisfied, Ancestor Sui Bian nodded and stretched out a hand. “Give me that Storage Bracelet. If you’re going to use an Avatar, you might as well maximize its potential.”
Yu Zhao respectfully handed it over.
With a swift motion, Ancestor Sui Bian tucked the bracelet into his sleeve and strode towards the door.
Just as he reached the threshold, he spun back with a fierce glare at Black Old Taoist. “From now on, you are forbidden from mentioning other women in front of Qun Fang!”
“Then can I mention Qun Fang in front of Xiu Yu?”
“Absolutely not!”
“What about Qiong Lan? Fu Rong?”
“Shut up, shut up, shut up!”
Only after Black Old Taoist swore repeatedly not to bring up other women did Ancestor Sui Bian leave in peace.
Yet the moment he was gone, Black Old Taoist immediately turned around and sold him out, eagerly sharing with Yu Zhao the many tales of Ancestor Sui Bian’s romantic escapades.
For example, the reason Ancestor Sui Bian was always humbled before Qun Fang was because, back when he was training with this young Avatar, his strength was insufficient. Qun Fang had saved him three times, and in the end, nearly dragged him back to the Hidden Spirit Sect.
Similarly, the so-called Xiu Yu had also once been his life-saving benefactor.
With his youthful face, Ancestor Sui Bian had escaped death numerous times, but the number of debts he owed had only continued to grow.
Even when he later reverted to his original form and scared away many, some still remained steadfast in their pursuit.
Black Old Taoist sighed, voice heavy with meaning. “Don’t be fooled by Sui Bian’s carefree act. He carries a heavy burden, keeping everything to himself. It’s good that you’re here—you can help share his load.”
Yu Zhao nodded. “Rest assured, Ancestor. I know what to do.”
She thought Ancestor Sui Bian would return soon after leaving with the Storage Bracelet. But ten days passed without a trace of him.
Just as she debated asking Black Old Taoist to intervene, Ancestor Sui Bian finally returned—completely exhausted.
“Ancestor, what happened?”
“That Storage Bracelet belonged to the Young Master of the Earth Family, and it’s filled with treasures. Those maniacs actually placed eighty-one layers of barriers on it! Even with Qun Fang assisting me, after ten days, we only managed to break through seventy layers. There are still eleven left. We’ll have to continue after the Sect’s Grand Discussion ends.”
Yu Zhao was startled at first, then thrilled.
The more precautions the Earth Family had placed on the bracelet, the greater its value must be.
She was now even more curious—just what kind of treasures lay hidden within?
“Take two days to adjust yourself. In three days, we will depart for the Sect’s Grand Discussion. There’s no need to be overly nervous—with your abilities, securing a place in the top ten is certain. If you have the confidence, aim for an even higher rank. But above all, prioritize your safety—do not act recklessly.”
“Yes.”
Three days later.
Yu Zhao, Ancestor Sui Bian, and Black Old Taoist stood among the Hidden Spirit Sect’s ranks.
The moment Ancestor Sui Bian appeared, murmurs of astonishment rippled through the crowd.
He kept his expression stern, but his gleeful tone reached Yu Zhao through sound transmission.
“See? Little Yu Zhao, I told you! I was just as popular in my younger days!”
Yu Zhao looked at the youthful face that bore no resemblance to his original form and nodded sincerely.
“Indeed.”
Ancestor Sui Bian beamed with even greater satisfaction.
“Sui Bian.”
Dressed in the Grand Elder’s robe of the Hidden Spirit Sect, Qun Fang’s phoenix eyes and crimson lips exuded an air of unquestionable authority.
“Qun Fang, are we ready to depart?”
“Almost. We are waiting for two more disciples.”
As soon as she spoke, a burly man with broad shoulders and a muscular build led two equally robust disciples over.
“Elder Qun Fang.”
She cast a glance at the trio and merely nodded, indicating for them to take their places.
But instead of following her command, Elder Tie Shan marched up to Ancestor Sui Bian and stopped right in front of him.
Compared to Tie Shan’s towering physique, Ancestor Sui Bian seemed almost small, his presence naturally overshadowed.
“So, you’re the outside help that Qun Fang invited?”
“Hmm?”
Sensing hostility, Ancestor Sui Bian didn’t bother putting on a pleasant expression, merely responding with a nonchalant grunt.
As expected, Tie Shan was provoked by his attitude. “What’s there to be smug about? Besides that face, you have nothing to offer.”
“At least I have a face. You, on the other hand, don’t even have a neck.”