Chapter 294

"A new check-in location?" Jun Xiaoyao's eyes flickered.

Currently, the only place Jun Xiaoyao had not yet checked in was the Bronze Immortal Palace.

But the Bronze Immortal Palace only appeared when fate granted an opportunity; Jun Xiaoyao was not particularly eager.

He had developed interest in this Ancient Immortal World.

He continued listening to Jun Zhantian's explanation.

"The Ancient Immortal World is a secluded space, an ancient spiritual land."

"Within it, ancient prodigies may slumber, quasi-Emperor offspring may be sealed, and numerous ancient races, along with their powerful descendants, may still exist."

"It can be said to be an absolute treasure trove of opportunities, brimming with all kinds of chances, even yielding top-grade and supreme-grade Immortal Sources."

Jun Zhantian's words stirred Jun Xiaoyao's interest.

It seemed the opportunities within the Ancient Immortal World were indeed captivating.

Setting aside other opportunities, even Immortal Sources alone were enough to pique Jun Xiaoyao's interest.

After all, his Great Luo Immortal Bones consumed Immortal Sources voraciously.

If he could obtain sufficient top-grade or even supreme-grade Immortal Sources, his Great Luo Undying Immortal Body could be perfected swiftly.

He could then begin cultivating the lower volume of the Body Scripture.

"Of course, there is one most crucial point: when the Ancient Immortal World appears, the Emperor's Path opens."

"After the Ancient Immortal World opens, the Emperor's Path often follows shortly after. In essence, the Ancient Immortal World serves as a warm-up, offering young prodigies a chance to elevate themselves," Jun Zhantian said.

Jun Xiaoyao nodded; he now understood the importance of the Ancient Immortal World.

The Ancient Immortal World was essentially a platform for rapidly boosting a prodigy's strength.

If one missed it or gained no opportunities, they would surely fall behind when the Emperor's Path opened, losing competitiveness.

"This is why, when Jun Lingcang and Princess Long Ji fought earlier, many clan elders did not want him to stubbornly endure injuries—because if he were hurt, it would inevitably disadvantage him when the Ancient Immortal World opens," Jun Zhantian explained.

"If so, then Grandson will definitely go to the Ancient Immortal World," Jun Xiaoyao said.

"Correct. When the time comes, your clan will place you at the forefront. The Ancient Immortal World has realm restrictions, so even the strongest cannot enter—it is a battleground exclusively for young prodigies."

Jun Zhantian was highly satisfied with Jun Xiaoyao; perhaps in the Ancient Immortal World, he would create another miracle.

"Of course, there is still time before the Ancient Immortal World opens, so there is no rush—you can gradually adjust your state," Jun Zhantian said.

"Grandson understands," Jun Xiaoyao replied.

In the following days, the Jun Clan was immersed in joy and celebration.

During this time, the Eighteenth Ancestor had summoned Jun Xiaoyao and was extremely pleased with his performance.

The Jun Clan had already spared no effort in cultivating Jun Xiaoyao.

Now, they centered everything around him.

Any resource Jun Xiaoyao desired, the clan would find a way to obtain.

Yet Jun Xiaoyao did not make many demands.

When he needed to rely on the clan, he relied on it.

But for tasks he could accomplish himself, Jun Xiaoyao still preferred to do them alone.

This was how Jun Xiaoyao avoided developing a habit of dependence on the clan.

During this period, other events occurred.

For instance, the Panwu Divine Lord of the Panwu Divine Dynasty personally arrived at the Jun Clan.

Naturally, he had designs on the Panhuang Sword.

The Panwu Divine Lord had come to understand.

Yang Pan's death was undoubtedly tied to Jun Xiaoyao—perhaps even directly caused by him.

But the Panwu Divine Dynasty could only rage impotently; they could do nothing to Jun Xiaoyao.

Even when the Panwu Divine Lord arrived in person, not a single member of the Jun Clan came to greet him—they left him stranded outside for three days and three nights.

And the Panwu Divine Lord dared not force his way into the Jun Clan.

The Youlong Supreme Being from the Ancestral Dragon Nest, who had once been arrogant at the Jun Clan's gate, now had grass three zhang tall on his grave.

This left many factions astounded.

Though the Panwu Divine Dynasty had slightly declined and showed signs of decay, it was still an immortal dynasty.

The Jun Clan gave the Panwu Divine Dynasty not the slightest respect.

Only when Princess Wu Mingyue appeared and entrusted a Jun Clan member to deliver a message to Jun Xiaoyao did an elder finally emerge to receive the Panwu Divine Lord.

Of course, his expression was far from warm.

Though he smiled throughout, he refused to speak a word about the Panhuang Sword.

This drove the Panwu Divine Lord to the brink of madness.

Smiling on the outside, cursing inside.

Finally, the Panwu Divine Lord stunned everyone by proposing that Wu Mingyue rekindle her engagement with Jun Xiaoyao, making Jun Xiaoyao a son-in-law of the Panwu Divine Dynasty.

This left the Jun Clan elders speechless.

Was the Panwu Divine Lord now willing to sell his daughter for the Panhuang Sword?

The Jun Clan did not outright refuse, nor did they agree—it all depended on Jun Xiaoyao.

But the Panhuang Sword would never be handed over—not in this lifetime.

Unless Jun Xiaoyao himself requested it, for the Panhuang Sword belonged to Jun Xiaoyao alone.

The Jun Clan merely held it in trust.

Of course, Jun Xiaoyao was no fool—he would never give the Panhuang Sword to the Panwu Divine Dynasty.

As for Wu Mingyue, her influence was not great enough for Jun Xiaoyao to abandon the Panhuang Sword.

In the end, the Panwu Divine Lord left empty-handed, returning in frustration.

This indirectly demonstrated the Jun Clan's ruthless authority.

During this time, another event occurred.

The Purple Mansion Sacred Ground had come calling.

Do not forget—Su Ziqiong was still by Jun Xiaoyao's side, though she had become nearly invisible.

Yet the Purple Mansion Sacred Ground was still a formidable force, not an immortal sect, but among the top-tier powers beneath the immortal level.

The Purple Mansion Sacred Ground did not come to accuse Jun Xiaoyao.

Instead, they brought many gifts to congratulate him and inquired about Su Ziqiong's condition.

Then they directly proposed that Su Ziqiong remain by Jun Xiaoyao's side as a maid or attendant.

They were willing to become a vassal force of the Jun Clan.

For a force that came voluntarily, the Jun Clan naturally accepted with pleasure.

Seven days later.

On this day, bell tones rang from within the Jun Clan's Heavenly Emperor Palace.

"These bell tones came from the Heavenly Emperor Palace—what's happening?" some poorly informed Jun Clan disciples looked puzzled.

"Didn't you hear? The Divine Son is giving a lecture—it's a rare opportunity!" a passing Jun Clan prodigy shouted, then vanished into the sky.

"What? The Divine Son is lecturing? I'm going too!" The disciple snapped to attention and shot off like a streak of light.

Generally, within the Jun Clan, only Elders above the Saint realm had the qualification to lecture.

Even the top ten young geniuses of the younger generation lacked the authority to give public lectures.

This was to avoid misleading disciples.

Jun Xiaoyao was only fourteen, among the youngest in his generation.

Yet in terms of understanding cultivation, even many middle-aged and elder cultivators might not surpass him.

Moreover, Jun Xiaoyao had, unprecedentedly, forged his own path.

This fact had not been made public—if it were, its impact would far exceed defeating Princess Long Ji.

Jun Xiaoyao was fully qualified to lecture the younger generation.

Jun Xiaoyao is also fully qualified to lecture the younger generation.