"Rest assured, I, this old fellow, do not have the habit of coveting the possessions of the younger generation. Moreover, these spiritual treasures cannot be obtained simply by snatching them!"

Noticing the vigilance of Hu Yiqiu and another, Elder Meng chuckled as he spoke.

Turning to Jiang Chen, Elder Meng spoke meaningfully, "Since you have acquired the Town Soul Stele, you are likely to draw that person's attention. Be careful, whether or not you have obtained the Shadowless inheritance, that person will not let you go easily!"

"I understand!"

Jiang Chen nodded solemnly.

"Oh? It seems you already know who that person is and have become cautious. It looks like I was being overly concerned!"

Elder Meng was momentarily surprised, then chuckled and shook his head, "In those days, the Shadowless Sword Emperor was not only famous in the Mingqian Realm but throughout the entire Canglan Continent. It is just unexpected that..."

With a hint of meaning in his eyes, Elder Meng stared directly at Jiang Chen, "Back then, we all had our suspicions. Do you know the truth about Shadowless's death?"

Jiang Chen's expression slightly shifted; he couldn't determine how close Elder Meng was to the Shadowless Sword Emperor. Admitting he knew about his mentor's death would be akin to admitting he'd obtained the inheritance.

"Elder Meng, I can't be sure about this matter either!"

Jiang Chen offered an ambiguous answer.

Elder Meng paused, then smiled slightly. He didn't insist on knowing the answer. Although he admired the Shadowless Sword Emperor, their relationship wasn't close enough for him to seek revenge on his behalf.

Moreover, Elder Meng had vaguely guessed some things.

"Once it's confirmed, if you have the ability, you might as well take action. That person is not well regarded in the eyes of the one above, especially concerning the issue with Shadowless, which has already made them suspicious. If you have obtained Shadowless's inheritance, the one above will not fault you for eliminating that person!"

Elder Meng spoke with implied meaning.

Jiang Chen's heart stirred, and he nodded doubtfully.

Jiang Chen had a slight guess as to whom Elder Meng referred.

If that's truly the case, that would be good. But things might not be so simple. No matter what, Zhang Yubo is, after all, the apparent lord of a realm. If he were killed, it would not look good for the one above; even if they were displeased with Zhang Yubo, for the sake of face, they might still act against me.

Nonetheless, Elder Meng's words were a kind of help, and Jiang Chen accepted this favor in his heart.

"Alright, I've said what I needed to, and my curiosity is satisfied. I'll take my leave now!"

Elder Meng clasped his hands at Hu Yiqiu and the other, cast a deep look at Jiang Chen, and stepped out of the room.

Jiang Chen watched Elder Meng's retreating back, a thoughtful expression appearing in his eyes.

"Young Master Jiang, Lei Ting was indeed correct, proceed to collect the Spiritual Fire!"

Pang Guang chuckled as he spoke.

"Alright!"

Jiang Chen nodded and stepped towards the Alchemy Cauldron, looking at the verdant Spiritual Fire, feeling a faint anticipation in his heart.

Could this Spiritual Fire... awaken the True Dragon Martial Spirit?

Suppressing his excitement, Jiang Chen emitted a concentrated Primordial Spirit Aura, directing a strand of Primordial Spirit Power into the Alchemy Cauldron.

Buzz!

As soon as the Primordial Spirit Power touched the Spiritual Fire, Jiang Chen shuddered, his face becoming slightly pale.

Although the Returning Spring Flame is relatively gentle, it is, after all, a Profound Grade High-Level Spiritual Fire, and subduing it wouldn't be so easy.

"Young Master Jiang, don't..."

Noticing Jiang Chen's actions, Pang Guang exclaimed in surprise.

He thought it was Hu Yiqiu and Sang Zhenye who were collecting the Spiritual Fire, never expecting Jiang Chen to act himself. This is a Profound Grade Spiritual Fire; how could a cultivator at the early Divine Infant Realm possibly subdue it?

"Jiang Chen, have you gone mad!"

Fire Phoenix exclaimed, and with a flick of her hand, a scorching flame shot towards the Alchemy Cauldron.

"Spiritual Fire!?"

Pang Guang's expression changed, hastily retreating two steps, eyes wide with astonishment as he looked at Fire Phoenix.

The flame wielded by Fire Phoenix was also a Spiritual Fire, and judging by the aura, it was certainly a Profound Grade Spiritual Fire, though its exact rank was uncertain!

Buzz!

Simultaneously, Hu Yiqiu also made a move, but his target was not Jiang Chen.

Whish!

A azure light screen appeared before the Alchemy Cauldron, blocking the flames from Fire Phoenix.

"Elder Wine-crazed!?"

Fire Phoenix paused, surprised, and looked at Hu Yiqiu.

"Since that boy dared to act, he must have something up his sleeve. Let's wait and see!"

Hu Yiqiu spoke softly.

He was explaining to Fire Phoenix, but the intense tension in his eyes as he looked at Jiang Chen betrayed his internal unrest, contrary to his composed exterior.

"A Profound Grade High-Level Spiritual Fire, without help, even a Mid-stage Void Refinement Realm cultivator wouldn't dare to collect it like this. Elder Jiu, Jiang Chen is only at the early Divine Infant Realm!"

Fire Phoenix spoke anxiously, her eyes filled with urgency.

"If Jiang Chen can't withstand it, his Primordial Spirit has already been damaged!"

Sang Zhenye spoke deeply, a Flame Divine Light appearing in his hand as he stared intently at Jiang Chen, ready to assist if necessary.

"This..."

Upon hearing Sang Zhenye's words, Fire Phoenix and Pang Guang froze momentarily, their heads turning simultaneously towards Jiang Chen.

At this moment, Jiang Chen's face was extremely pale, his forehead drenched in sweat, his body trembling involuntarily. Yet his aura had not weakened, as if caught in a deadlock!

"What's going on?!"

Pang Guang looked at Jiang Chen in disbelief, his face full of shock.

"How is his Primordial Spirit Power so concentrated!?"

Fire Phoenix turned to look at the Alchemy Cauldron, gasping involuntarily.

Inside the Alchemy Cauldron, Jiang Chen's Primordial Spirit tugged the Returning Spring Flame towards his forehead. Jiang Chen's Primordial Spirit continuously dissipated under the flame's burn, yet it was constantly reinforced by his Primordial Spirit Power, maintaining this tug-of-war!

Buzz!

Suddenly, a faint aura emitted from Jiang Chen, as if something within him was awakening.

This aura was only sensed by Hu Yiqiu and Sang Zhenye, two Late Integration Realm masters, unnoticed by others.

"Zhang Ling, Phoenix, Pang Guang, you all step outside! Pang Guang, we'll use your room!"

Hu Yiqiu's expression shifted, and he quickly spoke.

Zhang Daoling hesitated, glanced at Jiang Chen, then turned to walk towards the door.

Since Jiang Chen called Hu Yiqiu mentor, Hu Yiqiu certainly wouldn't harm him; the Dragon Descendant's judgment was trustworthy.

Though Zhang Daoling did not know why Hu Yiqiu asked them to leave, he sensed a subtle change in Jiang Chen, without knowing its specifics.

Hu Yiqiu's request was likely to help Jiang Chen conceal something.

Click!

The door opened, and Zhang Daoling stepped out.

Fire Phoenix paused, her eyes darting, speaking softly, "Elder Wine-crazed, what's happening?"

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