Chapter 662: with translation of chapter title

662. Chapter 660 Crisis Descends

Lu Yuan silently warned himself in his heart, realizing he needed more time and energy to cultivate immortal arts.

He left the room and entered the inn's hall.

Inside the inn, voices buzzed; cultivators chatted and laughed, exchanging their cultivation insights and experiences.

Lu Yuan suddenly felt a strong surge of spiritual aura, as if something earth-shaking was about to happen.

Night fell, yet the cultivator market of Huafang City remained brightly lit.

Lu Yuan weaved between the stalls, his gaze wandering over these cultivators, trying to spot any abnormality.

Suddenly, he noticed a mysterious old man sitting in a secluded corner, his expression deep and strange.

Although the old man looked no different from other cultivators, Lu Yuan, relying on his keen intuition, sensed some abnormality.

Lu Yuan, his heart full of vigilance, quietly approached the old man and softly asked, 'Sir, what brings you here?'

The old man lifted his head, revealing a thoughtful smile: 'Young man, you are clever.'

'May I ask who you are?' Lu Yuan said, bowing slightly.

The old man mysteriously said, 'I am Huang Xiaotian, one of the elders of the Profound Heaven Sect.'

'I heard you are interested in the possible cooperation between the Black Flame Sect and the Youhun Sect,' he said, his voice low and magnetic.

A thought flashed in Lu Yuan's mind—if these two forces truly joined forces, dealing with the Profound Heaven Sect would bring endless trouble.

'Elder Huang, is this information really reliable?' Lu Yuan asked urgently.

Huang Xiaotian nodded: 'The information I received is very reliable; the Profound Heaven Sect has already begun to pay attention to this matter.'

'But we still don't know the specific details.'

Lu Yuan pondered for a moment, then decided to go to the 'Wanfa Hall' the next day to investigate the truth.

A flash of approval crossed Huang Xiaotian's eyes: 'Young man, you indeed have a sense of responsibility.'

'The Profound Heaven Sect needs someone like you, responsible and intelligent.'

After returning to the inn, Lu Yuan told this news to Su Liyan and Zi Xi'er.

Su Liyan frowned tightly: 'The Black Flame Sect and the Youhun Sect joining forces...'

'That's not a good thing.'

Zi Xi'er's expression turned grave: 'If they really join forces, we will have to respond with all our might.'

The night grew darker, yet the streets of Huafang City remained brightly lit.

Lu Yuan walked through the cultivator market, but his heart was filled with gloom and worry.

The morning sun poured warm light onto Huafang City's largest shop, 'Wanfa Hall,' bringing new vitality to the city.

Lu Yuan, relying on his prestige and cultivation, exchanged information with the shopkeeper inside the establishment.

The shopkeeper was a young and shrewd pill master, and he and Lu Yuan hit it off immediately.

The two sat by the tea table and conversed in detail.

'Any recent movements?' Lu Yuan asked with a smile.

The shopkeeper pursed his lips, his expression turning grave, and said in a low voice: 'The Black Flame Sect and the Youhun Sect have been unusually active lately, seemingly searching for a lost legendary scripture that can enhance strength, the Heaven's Initiation Classic.'

'Heaven's Initiation Classic?' Lu Yuan's brows furrowed slightly.

The shopkeeper nodded: 'Yes.'

It is said that this classic records secrets for breaking through cultivation limits and can help cultivators increase their strength more quickly.

Lu Yuan's heart stirred; he knew that if the Black Flame Sect and the Youhun Sect obtained the Heaven's Initiation Classic, it would bring unprecedented change to the entire cultivation world.

Such change would very likely disrupt the order of the entire cultivation world.

'Shopkeeper, do you know the exact whereabouts of the Heaven's Initiation Classic?'

Lu Yuan fixed his gaze on the shopkeeper's eyes, hoping to obtain some useful clues.

The shopkeeper shook his head: 'Sorry, this secret is known to very few.'

'But according to the information I have received, the Heaven's Initiation Classic seems related to a mysterious ancient ruin.'

After pondering for a moment, Lu Yuan stood up; to prevent the Black Flame Sect and the Youhun Sect from obtaining the Heaven's Initiation Classic, he must personally go to that ancient ruin to seek clues and stop them.

Lu Yuan left Wanfa Hall with a heavy heart, knowing the upcoming task would be extraordinarily arduous.

The setting sun cast a golden hue over the entire free trade market.

Lu Yuan silently stepped forward, heading deeper into the market.

Amidst the unfamiliar and bustling crowd, he dared not immediately reveal his objective.

To avoid drawing attention, he blended among the pedestrians, carefully observing every detail around him.

Although he did not find the legendary Heaven's Initiation Classic this time, Lu Yuan firmly believed in its connection to the turmoil of the cultivation world.

He understood that behind it might lie a greater conspiracy.

After several hours had passed and he had wandered through the market for a long time, Lu Yuan decided to first return to his Lei Huo Dan Ge in Heavenly Wind City.

This is where he secretly set up the Detection Technique, and also his solitary island for independent thought and preparing ample resources.

Upon returning to the Lei Huo Dan Ge, Lu Yuan's mood grew even heavier.

Matters that could shake the order of the entire cultivation world are not simply resolvable.

The Black Flame Sect and the Youhun Sect may conceal unimaginable power behind them, and exposing their plot will also be fraught with risk.

Seeing Lu Yuan's brow furrowed with worry, Zi Xi'er softly asked, 'Lu Yuan, what happened?'

'You look very worried.'

Lu Yuan furrowed his brow, gazing out the window at the darkening sky, 'Our recent intelligence shows that the Black Flame Sect and the Youhun Sect are seeking the Heaven's Initiation Classic.'

'If they really find this classic, the entire cultivation world will face tremendous change.'

Su Liyan stood silently aside, her Ice Crystal Long Whip gently twirled.

She knew this mission was out of the ordinary; it required every team member to give their all.

Zi Xi'er gazed at Lu Yuan with determined eyes, "What can we do?"

Lu Yuan took a deep breath, slapped his cheek firmly, "First, we need to investigate whether there is a greater conspiracy behind the Black Flame Sect and the Youhun Sect."

"I plan to go personally to their rear location to conduct reconnaissance."

Su Liyan furrowed her brows slightly, "That would be very dangerous, right?"

"Yes, there is risk, but we have no room to retreat." Lu Yuan said in a low voice.

As the three of them were discussing their next move, suddenly a brilliant cloud of rosy light appeared, forming a stunning seven-colored light ring.

This is a signal sent by the Supreme Dao Ancestor.

"Lu Yuan, urgent summons."

The voice of the Supreme Dao Ancestor sounded in everyone's ears.

Lu Yuan's heart stirred; he knew he could not hesitate any longer.

Steadying his mind, he followed the light ring and disappeared into the Lei Huo Dan Ge.

Lu Yuan, appearing in Tian Ting, respectfully met the Supreme Dao Ancestor.

The Supreme Dao Ancestor smiled and patted his shoulder, "Lu Yuan, I have already received news of the situation you worry about."

"Master!"

Lu Yuan's expression solemn, "This time the Black Flame Sect and the Youhun Sect seeking the 'Heaven Initiation Scripture' is not coincidental; do you know whether there is a greater conspiracy behind them?" (End of chapter)