novelraw Chapter 266 259: Secret Plot
Chapter 266 259: Secret Plot
"My apologies, Lord Seven Desires, but there is still no news of Primordial Ancestor Rainbow's sealed location. You should be aware that back then, Primordial Ancestor Rainbow was caught in the 'Array of Changing Heaven and Earth' by the Ancient Hero Xi and transported over the East Pacific Ocean. He was then sealed beneath the sea by the Ancient Hero Xuan. The East Pacific Ocean is simply too vast; searching for it is exceedingly difficult."
"However, while we haven't found Primordial Ancestor Rainbow's sealed location, we have managed to pick up some traces of the Xuan Clan."
The shadowy figure replied.
"Don't startle them yet. Not even the Spirit Guardian Remnant Clans know the specific locations of the First Generation seals and above. That knowledge vanished long ago with the deaths of those who created the seals. This was done precisely to prevent us from learning the locations from these Remnant Clans. So, until we find Primordial Ancestor Rainbow's sealed location, the Xuan Clan is of little use to us."
"However, once we find the sealed location, the blood of the Xuan Clan will be invaluable. It is the perfect key to breaking the seal."
Seven Desires said calmly.
"Yes, I will obey your command. However, I have an idea. The Xuan Clan may not know the location of the seal, but Xuan wasn't the only one who participated in that sealing war; Xi was there too. Perhaps the Spirit Guardian of the Xi Clan—the one who holds a high position in Donghua—might know something we're looking for."
The shadowy figure said, its voice exceptionally cold.
"Don't go after that one. As the heir of the Xi Clan, no one knows what secrets they are hiding. Don't be fooled by the fact that the Xi Clan never officially participated in any of the sealing wars. Behind the seals of the Twelve Primordial Ancestors, you will find the hand of the Xi Clan and their close allies, the Wa Clan. If you had to name the strangest of all the Spirit Guardians, it would be the successor of Xi. So, unless it's absolutely necessary, do not cause trouble for that individual. Even spying is out of the question. It could very well expose our existence!"
Seven Desires said, frowning.
"What about the Moon Race, then? The Kunlun Realm Image has been discovered. The blood of the Moon Race might help us unravel the Realm Image of the Kunlun Seal faster. Primordial Ancestor Ji's power is unique among the Twelve Primordial Ancestors—it is the invincible 'Gold' Body. Even if she alone breaks free from the Realm Image, she will certainly lead us to reconquer this world!"
The shadowy figure's voice was tinged with excitement.
"You need not concern yourselves with Kunlun or the Moon Race. When the Sealing Realm Image first opened, Primordial Ancestor Ji had already partially awakened. She sent out a secret order for us not to interfere too much with matters regarding the Kunlun Seal. Perhaps Her Majesty has her own plans."
"Back then, although Primordial Ancestor Ji possessed an invincible body, her soul became her weakness. That's why the Moon Race's hero, Li, was able to exploit that vulnerability, using the Glowing Moon Dream Realm to separate her Spirit and body, ultimately leading to her successful sealing. Perhaps, after all these years under the seal, Her Majesty has found a way within that Dream Realm to compensate for this flaw. Therefore, no one is to disturb her."
"Do you understand?"
Seven Desires said, glancing at the shadowy figure.
"Yes, my lord."
The shadowy figure lowered its head and replied in a hushed tone.
"I know you're eager to prove yourself. Shattering a Primordial Realm Image is a monumental achievement—enough for me to advance further and be granted the title of 'King,' and enough for you to ascend to the ranks of the First Generation. But impatience will only ruin our grand plans."
"Back then, there were two Primordial Ancestors in the entire Donghua Region: Ji and Rainbow. One resided in the west, and the other in the east. The location of the one in Kunlun is now confirmed, and our efforts are not required there. Therefore, exploration in the Northwest Region can be slowed for now. Concentrate your energy on the Southeast region and confirm the location of Lord Rainbow's seal."
"Also, Lord Rainbow had numerous powerful experts under his command back then, most of whom were sealed by various heroes in the Southeast region. Aside from that one First Generation on Haisa Island, have you found no traces of other Sealing Realm Images of the First Generation or higher?"
"If we can unleash enough of Lord Rainbow's experts, not only will it bolster our strength, but we might also be able to sense Lord Rainbow's sealed location through their shared bloodline field. That is our top priority right now."
Seven Desires said in a low voice.
"Now that you mention it, we did recently discover signs of a First Generation seal. We only have a general area, though, and haven't been able to pinpoint the exact location. I was planning to wait until we had a confirmed location before reporting to you."
The shadowy figure said in a low voice.
"Oh? And where is the general area?"
Seven Desires said with great interest, raising an eyebrow.
"The Southern region. Tianlu Prefecture. Nanjiang City and its immediate surroundings."
The shadowy figure said.
"Nanjiang..."
Seven Desires' eyes flickered, his thoughts unreadable.
"Create more conflicts with the Spirit Guardians in the west and north. Divert the attention of the Donghua officials and the Martial Arts Association."
"Deploy additional personnel and begin searching within Nanjiang's borders immediately. I want concrete information on that Sealing Realm Image in the shortest time possible."
"You are dismissed."
Seven Desires said, his expression placid.
"Yes!"
The shadowy figure affirmed the order. Its form rapidly dissolved, receding completely into a corner before vanishing without a trace.
'The Martial Arts Association, the Martial Arts University...'
'A scene of joyous celebration, all things made new...'
'How lively. Very soon, you'll all get an even bigger "surprise."'
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「Tianlu Prefecture, Nanjiang City.」
「The Zhou Family Estate.」
Zhou Yuanjue's fame was now at its zenith. As the Martial Arts Realm came out into the open, many secrets that were once hidden could now be found with a simple online search. Furthermore, ever since Zhou Yuanjue had announced he was severing ties with the Zhou Family, the family had been secretly keeping tabs on him, though they never mentioned it openly.
Because of this, they had begun to gain a comprehensive understanding of the true nature of the Martial Arts Realm through Gong Shouzhuo's connections.
And the more they understood, the more they realized how terrifying those top-tier figures were.
The Zhou Family could not hope to match a top-tier Martial Artist, let alone a being on the level of a Saint Awakening.
If a top-tier Martial Artist had emerged from their family, the Zhou Family would have been overjoyed, as it would have brought honor to the family name.
But for a Saint Awakening to emerge from their ranks... the feeling was like a family from the slums suddenly having one of their own become the president of the country. It was a difficult feeling to describe, especially when that very person had already formally disowned them.
Now, with the Mid-Autumn Festival approaching, the members of the Zhou Family had all returned to the estate. They took this opportunity to hold a family meeting.
The most important item on the agenda was Zhou Yuanjue.
The reason was simple. The series of titles being frantically shared online—Honorary Vice President of the Martial Arts Association, President of Donghua Martial Arts University, the youngest S Class powerhouse, a one-man army of unfathomable power—was simply too staggering. It made many members of the Zhou Family too restless to sit still.