Chapter 2276: Chapter 2272: That Extraordinary Woman

"Of course, this possibility is low, almost impossible."

"The Netherworld Gate can be suppressed by the Ice Nether Ghost Fire Body for countless years; while beyond the Nether Realm, Heaven and Earth have given rise to this snowstorm world barrier for a reason."

"So this possibility is not something you need to worry about."

The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness said seriously, "The only concern I have is the presence of other interested individuals."

"Of course, I do not wish for that day to come."

"If it never happens, that would be best."

"If it does, or if it’s individuals like those from Evil Lord Mansion with such ambition, it would be a disaster for the continent."

Xiao Yi frowned and said, "Even if there are interested individuals, wouldn’t they open the Netherworld Gate without reason?"

"No." The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness shook his head affirmatively, "They would."

"No one can resist the temptation of the Nether Realm; I couldn’t back then."

"Temptation?" Xiao Yi frowned even tighter.

The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness said in a low voice, "If a Martial Artist is willing to immerse in the Yellow Springs, fall into the Netherworld, they will receive an earth-shattering reward, such as formidable strength."

"You have walked the Wind Snow Netherworld Road yourself, so you should know how terrifying the allure of the snowstorm along this road is."

"And the true allure of the Netherworld is a hundred thousand times stronger than this."

Xiao Yi narrowed his eyes, "The real concern of Senior is..."

The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness nodded, "You have seen my true body, and you’ve seen the current normal state of my spiritual consciousness."

"You have seen the great difference between the two."

"I have my pride, and my persistence, with the purpose of finding a better controller for the Ice Venerate Hall; even solitary here for over ten million years, never wavering, until I met you."

"The true body left back then, because the sky was about to collapse, and my own lifespan was nearing its end, hence seeking a means to cope; unfortunately, he did not find it, dying miserably instead."

"Yet despite his demise, even during millions of years of cold solitude and immense pain, he still held onto his persistence, seeking ways to counteract Heaven and Earth and survive."

"This trace of persistence is the true reason for his transformation after death."

"Even in death, he still strives to survive by all means, shedding everything."

The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness looked earnestly at Xiao Yi, "In this world, the most frightening thing is never any place or item, but this."

The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness extended a hand and tapped Xiao Yi’s chest where his heart is.

"Human heart." Xiao Yi uttered two words.

"Correct." The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness nodded, "If there are no unexpected events, I assure you that the Netherworld Gate will never be opened."

"However, the unpredictability, even surpassing everything, of the human heart can give rise to countless possibilities."

"And my existence, your purpose going forward, is to prevent these unexpected events."

The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness had become more thin and transparent.

Xiao Yi sighed.

The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness smiled, "Back then, I distributed eight Ice Venerate Tokens across the continent."

"Everyone thought I was looking for disciples, and the Ice Venerate Token contained my precious Martial Arts inheritance."

"Little did they know, my true purpose was to find someone to inherit the responsibility from me and oversee the Ice Venerate Hall."

"At that time, I deliberately left a trace of spiritual consciousness here, wondering if it was excessive."

"Looking back now, it was clearly the wisest decision."

"Otherwise, if I had transformed alongside my true body, everything would have been in danger, and I wouldn’t have waited for you."

The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness looked earnestly at Xiao Yi, "I am not as great as you imagine."

"In life, on this continent, my reputation was indeed remarkable, admired by everyone."

"However, many times, it was merely that I fulfilled the responsibility a Martial Artist should have at this level; at least I knew I was a human Martial Artist."

Xiao Yi nodded earnestly, "Senior’s teachings, I remember, but whether I accept them, it’s uncertain."

The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness smiled and said no more.

"Oh right." Xiao Yi suddenly remembered something and said, "I have one last question to ask."

"Do you know Lin Yin?"

"Lin Yin? That Savior?" The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness replied.

Xiao Yi nodded.

"I know." The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness answered, "But not in detail."

"It belongs to the secret of the continental level."

"During my era, the biography and glory of this person were known throughout the continent."

"However, as you might expect, such legendary records are not very reliable."

"This mystical woman, whether she is truly named Lin Yin is uncertain; in other words, whether the name Lin Yin is real is hard to say."

"All fake?" Xiao Yi’s face twitched.

"Not at all." The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness shook his head, "This mystical woman does exist."

"How shall I say...if there were enough time, I could slowly tell you, but now, clearly it’s impossible."

The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness gave a bitter smile.

His figure had gradually become thin and hard to see.

"However." The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness smiled, "There is indeed someone who can answer your question."

"Who?" Xiao Yi asked.

"The Eight Palaces." The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness affirmed, "Any Master of the Main Hall can."

"The unknown places like the Nether Realm, and some Heaven and Earth mysterious secrets, the Eight Palaces may not know, but I do."

"But those continental-level secrets, no matter how ancient, no matter how hidden, the Eight Palaces must know."

"Some things and secrets, I have no opportunity to access, but the Eight Palaces, they certainly know."

"Like the mystical woman Lin Yin, who once truly influenced this continent, yet somehow later became a continental secret."

"And the Eight Palaces, to a large extent, represent this continent."

"So, you will surely find the answer yourself, provided those eight Masters of the Main Hall are willing to speak to you."

"Willing?" Xiao Yi frowned, "Can’t these things be told?"

"I don’t know how to explain it to you." The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness smiled, "It doesn’t involve individuals, but rather concerns factions, so it’s quite complex."

"In short, I believe that if one day you are ready to bear the responsibilities from each Master of the Main Hall, they will be glad to tell you everything."

"Currently, you hold the identity of successor to the Eight Palaces, yet truly inherit none, proving you are also conflicted about whether to inherit."

"Naturally, each Master of the Main Hall will certainly keep things from you."

"That doesn’t mean the Masters of the Main Hall don’t trust you, but that some things, if told to you, may not be good."

"Not telling might instead be the best protection for you, the successor who has not truly matured."

The Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness had grown thin as air.

"Remember my last words, some things do not need to be delved into."

"What you truly need to do is to grow quickly."

"Once you have sufficient strength, many things will become naturally known; no matter how cautious a secret is, before true strength, it will not withstand a blow."

This was the Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness’s last words.

With these words, the Ice Venerable’s Spiritual Consciousness completely dissipated.

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