Extreme Almightiest Young Master-Chapter 2057 - 2039: The True Rock Spirit Stele

"As for the punishment of the Great Elder, let’s settle it that way." Xiao Ke looked at the Great Elder, speaking gravely, "One year of facing the wall, removal from the position of Great Elder, and three hundred strikes with the Azure Dragon Stick."

Upon hearing Xiao Ke’s words, the many Elders looked at him, their expressions changing. This punishment was indeed somewhat severe. One year of facing the wall and three hundred strikes with the Azure Dragon Stick were quite normal, but removing the Great Elder from his position was too severe a punishment. This meant that the Great Elder could no longer become a Sect Elder in the future!

But they could not refute the words of the Ancestor, so they all nodded in agreement. This way, the people from the three main Sects could say nothing further.

"Thank you, Ancestor." The Great Elder’s face immediately turned gloomy upon hearing such a punishment. He stood and thanked Ancestor Xiao Ke. Though the punishment was much harsher, it was still within his capacity to endure, so he did not express any objections.

"Alright, let’s proceed with today’s arrangements. You may all disperse." Seeing everything arranged, Xiao Ke directly addressed everyone, signaling that they could leave.

Upon hearing this, everyone left one after another. The Great Elder walked at the rear, looking gloomy, but just as he was about to walk out, Xiao Ke’s voice suddenly sounded in his mind.

"Do not leave yet."

Receiving the Ancestor’s order, the Great Elder immediately stopped and returned, looking at the Ancestor still seated, bowed and saluted, "Ancestor, what are your instructions?"

"Xiao Hai, I know this matter wasn’t your fault, but someone must bear the burden this time. Do you understand what I mean?" Looking at the Great Elder, Xiao Ke called out his name for the first time, a name that many in the Sect had long forgotten, used to calling him the Great Elder instead.

"Ancestor, Xiao Hai naturally understands the Sect’s decision, and I bear no resentment in my heart." Xiao Hai immediately explained upon hearing this, for that was truly how he felt.

"That’s good. I feared you might bear a grudge in your heart." Hearing Xiao Hai’s words, Xiao Ke stroked the white beard on his chest, then said to Xiao Hai, "From now on, stay by my side. This way you won’t be undervalued for your decades of dedication to the Sect."

Xiao Hai had never imagined that the Ancestor would arrange things this way, and for a moment he couldn’t believe his ears. To know that the Ancestor had reached the peak of the Earth Immortal Realm decades ago, staying by his side would undoubtedly make Xiao Hai’s own future development align closer to that of a Supreme Elder, and his cultivation would increase daily. This was far from being a punishment; it was a reward!

Suddenly, Xiao Hai raised his head and saw Ancestor Xiao Ke nodding at him with a smile. He only then believed he hadn’t misheard, kneeling down immediately, "Thank you, Ancestor, for nurturing me. Xiao Hai will do his utmost!"

"Hmm, rise." Xiao Ke nodded, indicating for Xiao Hai to stand up.

After Xiao Hai stood, Xiao Ke looked at him and continued to ask, "Xiao Hai, how was Fang Yan’s performance during this mission?"

"Reporting to the Ancestor, Fang Yan is indeed a remarkable cultivator seen once in a millennium. During this mission, Fang Yan broke through to the late stage of the Human Immortal Realm and, in the final chaotic battle, managed to single-handedly kill three Earth Immortal Realm powerhouses. Moreover, during the final self-detonation, he was able to protect two people from the Divine Sword Sect from harm. His strength is truly extraordinary."

Hearing the Ancestor ask about Fang Yan, Xiao Hai spoke without hesitation. He had already been paying attention to Fang Yan along the way and was very knowledgeable about these matters. Honestly, he had great admiration for Fang Yan as well. Such an extraordinary talent would be the focus of cultivation in any Sect.

"Hmm, since Fang Yan is so outstanding, you should visit the Divine Sword Sect privately and persuade Fang Yan to join our Holy Soul Sect. Can you accomplish that?" Xiao Ke looked at Xiao Hai, smiling as he spoke, though a sharp gleam flashed in his eyes.

"Reporting to the Ancestor, I will do my best!" Xiao Hai immediately agreed. In fact, he also admired Fang Yan and wished Fang Yan would join the Holy Soul Sect. With the Holy Soul Sect’s resources, Fang Yan’s growth would definitely be rapid, perhaps becoming the youngest Earth Immortal Realm powerhouse in the entire Eternal Joy Immortal Realm.

"Alright, go and receive your punishment now." With everything arranged, Xiao Ke said to Xiao Hai.

Hearing this, Xiao Hai bowed, saluted, and left...

After Xiao Hai left, a fierce look emerged on Xiao Ke’s face. This recruitment was not a spur-of-the-moment decision but one made after long consideration. He had witnessed many exceptional talents, but none could compare to Fang Yan. He always suspected there was something questionable about Fang Yan’s identity. 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝙚𝔀𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝒐𝒎

If Fang Yan agreed to join the Holy Soul Sect, it would indicate he had ulterior motives towards the Sect, and he would be killed without hesitation. If Fang Yan resolutely refused to join the Sect, it would signify he was truly not a problem, and he could allow Fang Yan to develop freely in the future. After all, a genius at this stage could thrive in any Sect, and once the situation became clearer in the future, it wouldn’t be too late to recruit him then.

Having thought matters through, Xiao Ke finally rose from his seat and disappeared from the spot...

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The Sect Masters of the three main Sects were somewhat soothed by the Holy Soul Sect’s appeasement. Although these assets were far less valuable to them than the deceased elite disciples, they at least represented the Holy Soul Sect’s sincerity, so the Sect Masters of the three main Sects returned to their respective Sects.

After such an incident, the three main Sects had expressed that they would no longer participate in the conquest of other cultivation interfaces unless under extremely special circumstances. The Holy Soul Sect had no choice but to temporarily halt their conquests of other cultivation interfaces and recuperate.

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Lin Feng had been standing before the Rock Spirit Stele for several days. Within the stele, he continuously used his Divine Sense to break through the mysterious Illusion Realm there. With the method of nurturing the Divine Soul, his Divine Sense improved unprecedentedly during the process, until suddenly, he shattered the environment within the Rock Spirit Stele!

After breaking through the Illusion Realm, Lin Feng finally breathed a sigh of relief, realizing just how perilous the Rock Spirit Stele was—it only took a moment of negligence to fall into a deathtrap, forever trapped within it.

Lin Feng had never imagined that the trials of the Rock Spirit Stele were personalized according to the individual. It was only because Lin Feng’s Divine Sense was exceptionally strong that he encountered such a test of illusions, while others faced different trials. And these trials typically lasted only a few days, far from the difficulty Lin Feng had experienced.

Suddenly, an immense force appeared, mysteriously pulling Lin Feng’s physical body from outside into the Rock Spirit Stele, instantly merging Lin Feng’s Divine Soul with his physical body. This made Lin Feng tense up again, not understanding how his physical body had entered.

The scene before him completely transformed, turning into something entirely different. Among the mountains, a towering stele stood tall, like a Sky-Supporting giant sword piercing the sky. Facing this scene, Lin Feng knew he was no longer in the Illusion Realm but within the true environment of the Rock Spirit Stele. He grew curious, not understanding what the true meaning of the Rock Spirit Stele was.

Stepping towards the towering stele, when Lin Feng arrived before it, he saw the immense stele inscribed with the three seal script characters of Rock Spirit Stele. Only then did he understand why the nameless stele outside was called Rock Spirit Stele. It must have been those who broke through the Illusion Realm earlier who carried this information out.

But looking at the true Rock Spirit Stele, Lin Feng became perplexed, not understanding what the real benefits of the Rock Spirit Stele were. After carefully surveying it once, he found nothing special, making Lin Feng even more puzzled. Ordinarily, with the Illusion Realm being so difficult, there should be benefits.

Feeling doubtful, Lin Feng suddenly thought of the situation outside earlier and immediately reached out to touch the true Rock Spirit Stele...

"Young man, you are the most outstanding challenger I have ever encountered."

An elderly voice appeared in Lin Feng’s mind, momentarily stunning him. He hadn’t expected the Rock Spirit Stele to be able to speak. What kind of situation was this?

At this moment, the elderly voice seemed to see through Lin Feng’s thoughts and said, "No need to be so surprised. I am an Ancient Stone Spirit, having existed for billions of years, long having gained Spiritual Wisdom. I was later placed here by ancient deities to test all cultivators. Over countless years, innumerable cultivators have come for challenges, but you are among the most outstanding."

"Can you see through my thoughts?" Lin Feng asked internally. He truly hadn’t expected this to be an Ancient Stone Spirit, and the mention of ancient deities revealed something new—that deities existed in the Ancient Era—this being the first time he had heard of such a concept.

"Yes, I myself cannot speak. Communicating with you is only through the mind. As for the ancient deities in your thoughts, they truly existed, but they have long since transcended this world’s confines, elevating to another level." The elderly voice continued, answering Lin Feng’s doubts.

After listening to the Ancient Stone Spirit’s words, Lin Feng nodded. He could fully accept these matters now, as he knew there were realms beyond the Heavenly Immortal Realm. So, the existence of some ancient deities was not at all surprising.

"Can you tell me, for passing your test, what could I obtain?" Lin Feng posed the question within his heart, as this was the matter he was most concerned about.

"Of course, I can offer you three choices: one is a Secret Technique specifically for the soul, a Soul Imprint; the second is a Secret Technique to enhance Divine Soul strength, thus nurturing a second Divine Soul, the Soul Nurturing Technique; the third is a Secret Technique to enhance one’s lifespan, the Spirit of the Earth. You may choose one of these three Secret Techniques."

Upon hearing the Ancient Stone Spirit’s words, Lin Feng was taken aback because these three Secret Techniques were absolutely of an against-the-heavens level, something even his Master did not possess. Moreover, he had never seen them mentioned in any of his Master’s ancient texts, evidencing what extraordinary items these Secret Techniques were!