"I'm ready. In a few days, you'll set off for the Qin Kingdom. If I'm not mistaken, Chu Nan will soon leave the Zhi Family Secret Realm."

The First Hall Master arranged this for Hai Wujie.

Upon hearing this, Hai Wujie nodded immediately, saying excitedly, "Rest assured, First Hall Master, as soon as Chu Nan leaves the Zhi Family Secret Realm, I will kill him and devour the Ancestral Bloodline in his body!"

With these words, everyone fell silent and looked at Hai Wujie as if he were a fool.

Even the First Hall Master, who had always sheltered Hai Wujie, said nothing.

The Second Hall Master then spoke, "Chu Nan has a Seven Heaven Spirit Corpse Guardian by his side. Can you defeat her?"

Hai Wujie was speechless, frozen in place for a moment.

The Second Hall Master continued to strategize for Hai Wujie, "Chu Nan holds grudges against both Strong Races and the Royal Family. Otherwise, he wouldn't actively contact the Zhi Family; it's to increase his power for self-preservation."

"After reaching the Qin Kingdom, don't rush to kill Chu Nan. You merely need to observe."

"From your description, Chu Nan will never hide his edge, waiting in obscurity. Once his power is sufficient, he will certainly head to the Imperial Capital."

"In the Imperial Capital, the dragon's pool and tiger's den, he will inevitably provoke strong enemies."

"You should wait for the opportunity. When Chu Nan is besieged by strong enemies and his Spirit Corpse Guardian cannot cover all sides, you take action, and success is assured in one strike!"

Hai Wujie realized suddenly that this approach was far more prudent than a direct confrontation.

The First Hall Master also spoke at this time, "Bring back Chu Nan's Ancestral Bloodline to open the Sacred Treasure of the Main Hall, and you will be the first meritorious person of the Desolate Ancient Holy Hall!"

Hai Wujie's face turned fervent, exclaiming with excitement, "Hai Wujie will surely not disappoint the First Hall Master's high expectations."

...

"Senior, I inexplicably feel anxious and my body feels heavy, as if I'm being stared at by some formidable enemy."

In the Demon Blood Pavilion, Chu Nan sat cross-legged in meditation, expressing his confusion.

Lu Yao, acting as the Guardian beside him, was indifferent, "You've provoked both Strong Races and the Royal Family. A few days ago, you also thwarted the Desolate Ancient Holy Hall's plans."

"From the memory of the Withered Soul, you learned that the Desolate Ancient Holy Hall was plotting for the Ancestral Bloodline. Their forces include many Nine Heaven Cultivators. After this incident, it's not hard for them to guess that you possess the Ancestral Bloodline."

"I suspect their next plan might no longer target the Zhi Family but instead you!"

On hearing this, Chu Nan's expression was somewhat unnatural.

Since entering the Martial Dao, he had faced countless formidable enemies. Each time he advanced, he provoked different factions, offending almost every notable force in the Celestial Crossing Realm.

If it were anyone else, they probably wouldn't know where they died.

Being targeted by the Desolate Ancient Holy Hall again, Chu Nan wasn't overly concerned as this was how he had come along so far.

If he didn't operate like this, it would be impossible for him to have grown from a Martial Arts Realm to a Martial Artist comparable to the sixth stage of the Cloud Sea Realm in less than a year.

If he were to face a formidable enemy one day, even Kui Guang and Lu Yao together couldn't handle, he would calmly accept it—death is nothing more than that.

"When soldiers come, use generals to block; when water approaches, use earth to cover. If the Desolate Ancient Holy Hall truly can kill me, it would be proof of their capability!"

Chu Nan slowly rose. After several days, he had completely stabilized his cultivation without any drawbacks.

Moreover, with the vast cultivation resources obtained from the Zhi Family, if the opportunity was right, once the Five Elements Martial Intent and the Four Symbols Martial Intent overall advance to the second stage or even the third stage, he could attempt to construct the third Cloud Sea.

Chu Nan knew that this process might be extremely difficult since resources are easy to acquire, but insights are hard to obtain.

That he could elevate the Blood Martial Intent to the third stage was thanks to his inherent multi-characteristics; with other Martial Intents, it definitely wouldn't be so simple and easy.

Upon exiting the Cultivation Secret Room, Zhi Qingge and Zhi Ruo instantly paid their respects upon seeing Chu Nan, "Pavilion Master, you have left seclusion. The ancestors have been waiting for you for a long time."

Zhi Ruo was the first person Chu Nan saved after arriving at the Zhi Family Secret Realm. Filled with gratitude towards Chu Nan, Zhi Ruo consistently maintained a respectful demeanor.

Initially, Zhi Qingge referred to Chu Nan as a friend, but as time passed, the gap between them widened, and she could no longer keep a normal mindset.

Additionally, influenced subtly by Zhi Ruo, Zhi Qingge also began to show respect towards Chu Nan.

Moreover, during their time in the Demon Blood Pavilion, both Zhi Qingge and Zhi Ruo received tremendous benefits. After all, they were the only two people close to Chu Nan, and many Zhi Family Martial Artists sought to curry favor with Chu Nan, naturally appeasing them as well.

Chu Nan also did not forget about Zhi Qingge and Zhi Ruo's cultivation, selecting appropriate cultivation techniques and martial skills to gift them.

As for some cultivation resources, these were often supplied.

"Just right, I also have matters I'd like to discuss with them." Chu Nan nodded and then walked towards the main hall of the Demon Blood Pavilion.

Zhi Ruo respectfully led the way, but Zhi Qingge noticed something and couldn't help but blurt out, "Pavilion Master, are you leaving the Zhi Family Secret Realm?"

Chu Nan paused his steps and turned to look at Zhi Qingge, "The demon blood's hidden hazards in the Zhi Family have been completely eradicated. There's nothing here that can enable my growth; indeed, I should leave."

Hearing Chu Nan's words, Zhi Qingge hesitated to speak, although knowing this day would eventually come. After spending time together day in and day out, and facing several life-and-death crises, Zhi Qingge had grown accustomed to Chu Nan's presence.

Now, upon learning that Chu Nan was leaving, Zhi Qingge inexplicably felt something missing in her heart, wanting to say something but unable to, ultimately murmuring powerlessly, "Then have the opportunity to come back for sure in the future."

She was a Zhi Family Martial Artist. Her purpose for leaving the Zhi Family Secret Realm was to find someone who could treat the demon blood's drawbacks.

Now that the task was complete, due to her relationship with Chu Nan, she was about to become the new Young Master of the Zhi Family, making it difficult to leave the Zhi Family Secret Realm easily.

All words of gratitude eventually turned into a single compliment.

Chu Nan gave Zhi Qingge a deep look, but his heart had little fluctuation, yet he still chuckled softly, "If there's a chance, I will certainly return."

Leaving these words behind, Chu Nan left for the main hall of the Demon Blood Pavilion.

Zhi Changmei had been waiting for a long time, and upon seeing Chu Nan appear, he did not put on any airs and said directly, "Young friend Chu Nan, the sincerity of your cooperation has been felt by us of the Zhi Family."

"Just yesterday, the Ancestral Land was already rebuilt. If you're not adverse, shall we now go and sign the Martial Dao contract to form an alliance?"

Seeing Zhi Changmei's attitude, Chu Nan was very satisfied, "This junior is more than willing!"

Although the strength of the Zhi Family compared to Strong Races and Royal Families was much weaker, it had surpassed most powers in the Celestial Crossing Realm, making it a force not to be ignored.

Chu Nan couldn't foresee the future development, but he needed a powerful ally like the Zhi Family.

Whether declaring war against Strong Races and Royal Families or being forced to escape, it would serve as a solid backup!

Thus, Chu Nan followed Zhi Changmei to the Zhi Family's Ancestral Land to establish a Martial Dao oath with the Zhi Family's three living ancestors, binding each other and achieving a pact of never betraying the alliance.

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