Chapter 1532: The Patriarch is coming back, the original contemporaries

Ling Yuxian stood there with her eyes half-closed, as if in a slumber, her mind wandering. It seemed that the people in the hall inhabited a different world, one she didn’t need to care about at all. Even when many elders arrived, she didn’t greet them and simply went her own way, enveloped by a sense of isolation and desolation.

The disciples and elders of Yu Xian Palace held complex views of Ling Yuxian. Many speculated that her relationship with the current palace lord suggested she might be his heir, especially since she shared the same surname as Palace Master Ling Qiu. However, the palace lord had cultivated Daoism for many years, had no Daoist companion, and it appeared he had no children. This left the origins of Ling Yuxian’s identity shrouded in speculation within Yu Xian Palace.

Many believed she might be the heir of a former sage of Yu Xian Palace, one who was not born until this era when the town was sealed off. Palace Master Ling Qiuchang had never revealed Ling Yuxian’s identity to anyone. Although he appeared to be her master, his treatment of her often did not align with how a senior should regard a junior apprentice.

Despite this, Ling Yuxian’s talent was extraordinary, and she was considered one of the most gifted and beautiful individuals since the establishment of Yu Xian Palace. Even a group of Daoist elders were uncertain about the extent of her current strength. Whenever Ling Yuxian’s name was mentioned, no contemporary disciple of Yu Xian Palace failed to express reverence and admiration.

“You don’t need to worry. Once all the elders have arrived, I will naturally explain everything,” Ling Qiuchang remarked, noticing the gazes of many disciples in the hall. He glanced at Ling Yuxian, shook his head slightly, and continued.

The unexpected nature of this incident left him feeling incredulous. However, since Ling Yuxian confided in him, he chose to believe her words. Her identity was exceptionally special, a fact known to everyone in Yu Xian Palace, but who exactly was Ling Yuxian? Apart from Palace Master Ling Qiuchang, only a few individuals were privy to that information.

The others who knew Ling Yuxian’s true identity were revered figures in Yu Xian Palace, their status formidable. These living fossils had spent countless epochs cultivating in seclusion, rarely emerging from the depths of time and space. Remarkably, even these ancient figures showed great respect toward Ling Yuxian, treating her not as a junior but as someone of significant importance.

Ling Qiuchang, the current palace lord of Yu Xian Palace, had taken on the responsibility of caring for Ling Yuxian at the behest of these living fossils. He still vividly remembered the moment when they urged him to look after her. Their tone had been unusually severe, emphasizing that Ling Yuxian’s existence was more crucial than that of Yu Xian Palace itself. They explained that she hailed from the same era as the patriarch who founded the palace.

There were doubts among them about whether Ling Yuxian was the heir of this patriarch, suggesting that for some reason, she had to be sealed away and could not be born until this era. Ling Qiuchang had been taken aback at the time; he never imagined that he would one day interact with such an ancient and formidable figure. Naturally, he felt it imperative not to neglect his duties toward her.

At that time, however, Ling Yuxian appeared to be only seven or eight years old. She was cute, intelligent, and charming, resembling an exquisite porcelain doll. It seemed she was entirely unaware of her identity and origin, which made for a stark contrast. Ling Qiuchang often suspected that she lacked memories of the past; now, she behaved like an ordinary little girl, leading him to adopt a less cautious attitude toward her.

After the ancient ancestors entrusted Ling Yuxian to him, they withdrew into the depths of time and space to continue their seclusion, seeking to comprehend the Dao and striving to progress further one day. Ling Qiuchang felt helpless about this situation; he could only manage the many affairs of Yu Xian Palace while nurturing and caring for Ling Yuxian. Fortunately, despite her youth, Ling Yuxian was remarkably sensible and smart, alleviating any worries he might have had.

Moreover, her talent for cultivation was extraordinary. While it took many ordinary disciples decades or even hundreds of years to master Daoism and divine powers, she accomplished this in less than half a day, which was astounding. Ling Qiuchang had cultivated the Dao for countless years to achieve his current level of mastery, so he was understandably pleased with her progress.

Having pursued the Dao his entire life without ever having a Daoist partner or heirs, he eventually came to view Ling Yuxian as his adopted daughter. A few years ago, due to certain circumstances, one of his great enemies managed to escape and came seeking revenge. To protect Yu Xian Palace from harm, he decided to confront this formidable foe alone.

The battle between Ling Qiuchang and his archenemy lasted more than ten years. In the end, neither could gain the upper hand, and they were forced to cease fighting, leaving their conflict unresolved until a future encounter.

Later, he went to the secluded residence of his friend to retrieve Ling Yuxian, only to find that she seemed to be gradually awakening memories related to her past. Many times, her gaze and expression struck him with a sense of unease, making him tremble and hesitate to meet her eyes directly. Ling Yuxian was no longer the little girl she once was; she had regained some memories from her past, embodying the majesty and awe of the Heavenly Maiden of Nine Heavens.

Ling Qiuchang naturally no longer dared to treat her as the adopted daughter he once knew. In the eyes of outsiders, he was still Ling Yuxian’s master, but there were moments when she would offer him advice on problems related to his cultivation. This made him feel a mix of emotion and helplessness.

“Since Yuxian is from the same era as the Patriarch, it must be true that she sensed the Patriarch’s aura and that he is about to return,” he thought. “But why is the Patriarch trapped in a certain place and in need of rescue from future generations? Could there be secrets even I am unaware of?”

Ling Qiuchang shook his head as he returned to his thoughts. Although he harbored many doubts, he wouldn’t question Ling Yuxian’s words. The patriarch who founded Yu Xian Palace had not left any direct descendants, and the various lineages of Yu Xian Palace had evolved slowly over time. The disappearance of the patriarch remained an unsolved mystery within the palace.

Outside the main hall, more and more elders arrived with their disciples. Ling Yuxian, who had been half-closed in her eyes and appeared to be napping, finally opened them and glanced at everyone.

“There are fewer than ten people in the True Dao Realm who have survived four Heavenly Declines. Is this the current foundation of Yu Xian Palace?” she murmured softly. “If I include some hidden old monsters, I should be more certain.”

Ling Qiuchang, who was closest to her, heard her words and couldn’t help but show a trace of helplessness at the corner of his mouth. The current Yu Xian Palace was indeed far worse than in the past and was gradually declining. Otherwise, Di Wen, the tenth prince of the Demon Court, who had caused chaos in Yu Xian Palace’s territory and burned the multidimensional universe, would not have been left unchecked.

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