403: Swallowing Sky Python inheritance, Medusa's good intentions

Deep within the Nine Serene Yellow Springs.

It was as if he had passed through a thin membrane; the pressure from the water suddenly lightened.

The frigid lake water flowed outside as Lin Xiu reined in the flames on his body and surveyed his surroundings.

This was a massive Immortal Cave, with wide, spacious passages, dozens of zhang in size, lining the walls.

His Soul Power probed inside, revealing a dense network of other passages, constantly branching off.

“I entered the bottom of the lake to Cultivate using its energy, and inadvertently discovered a voice calling out. That voice didn’t seem to be in my ears, but rather came from deep within my Soul.”

Medusa walked ahead, her hands clasped behind her back, her steps light.

Seeing that Lin Xiu hadn’t followed, she turned to him, “I followed the voice downwards and found this Immortal Cave. I never expected that this place was once the nest of the Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python.”

As if to confirm Medusa’s words, streaks of seven-colored light surged from the passages.

For a moment, the aura of numerous Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Pythons filled this area.

As these figures passed Medusa, they conveyed an intimate aura.

When they were near Lin Xiu, it was more out of curiosity.

Medusa gently stroked these colorful lights, “My ancestors have been buried deep beneath the Nine Serene Yellow Springs for a very long time. During this period, despite my best efforts, I’ve only managed to awaken their remnant Souls.”

Having said this, she beckoned to Lin Xiu.

Lin Xiu followed Medusa, walking deeper into the passage alongside the other remnant Souls of the Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python.

The interior was a labyrinth, and without a guide, one might be lost here forever upon entering.

Medusa led Lin Xiu through for nearly two hours until a faint glow emanated from the passage ahead.

Turning a corner, their vision suddenly widened.

In a massive basin, a large number of white bones were piled haphazardly.

“Lin Xiu.”

Medusa turned her head, “I remember you can mimic the Bloodline of the Heaven Swallowing Python. The Legacy of the Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python ancestors is hidden here. If you absorb it, you should be able to Breakthrough one or two major Realms.”

From discovering this place to awakening the remnant Souls of her ancestors, Medusa gradually understood the true benefits of this location.

However, she didn’t absorb it directly, but instead wanted to bring Lin Xiu here.

It was only during this process that she unexpectedly discovered Yao Ming, who was locked up.

Lin Xiu was stunned upon hearing this, an incredulous expression appearing on his face.

He hadn’t expected that the ‘good place’ Medusa mentioned showing him was actually this Legacy, which she intended to leave for him.

Lin Xiu didn’t doubt the claim of advancing two major Realms.

Because in the original work, Medusa, relying on this old site, reached the Four-Star Dou Sheng Realm after her seclusion.

A full four major Realms across!

Lin Xiu had many Yuan Acupoints in his body; if he absorbed all of it, a Breakthrough to the Early Stage of Five-Star Dou Sheng would likely not be difficult.

“Don’t feel bad. Without your help, I wouldn’t have had the chance to go to the Void Ancient Dragon Clan and raise my Bloodline to the Nine-Colored level.

You’ve helped me so much; I can’t possibly give you nothing in return.

Besides, I can also Breakthrough to Dou Sheng by relying on the Nine Serene Yellow Springs. You need power more right now, so take these Legacies.”

Seeing Lin Xiu’s silence, Medusa spoke again.

She had made this decision with great courage, finally firming up her resolve.

Lin Xiu gently shook his head, “I don’t need it.”

“Why?”

Medusa was startled, her voice anxious, “Don’t think I don’t know; the Hall of Souls and the Soul Clan are both looking for trouble with you. They have many strong individuals in their clan. The stronger you are, the more they will be wary of you.”

She pointed to the pit, “There! If you just accept those Legacies, you can at least Breakthrough to Five-Star Dou Sheng! Isn’t that good?”

Lin Xiu smiled, “Absorbing the Legacy can indeed help me increase my strength, but there’s one thing you haven’t considered.”

Medusa frowned, puzzled, “What is it?”

“Time!”

Lin Xiu uttered two words, his gaze falling upon the white bones in the pit, “The more benefits, the longer it takes to digest!

But the Cultivation Alliance needs me!

Zi Yan might also need help, judging by the time!

And the Purification Lotus Demon Flame is also nearing its time of emergence.”

He turned back to Medusa, “Unless I directly Breakthrough to Dou Di by relying on the Legacy, the stronger I get, the more tired I’ll only become. Conversely, if you improve, you can help me share the burden.”

Lin Xiu then stated the most important point, “The Cultivation Alliance now has a Six-Star Dou Sheng in charge, so I still have time to slowly improve.

Even without this Legacy, my improvement speed won’t slow down. On the contrary, for you, if you miss this opportunity, will there be another?”

Currently, Lin Xiu still had many options: the Void Thunder Pool in the Ancient Dragon World, the energy bodies in the Sky Tomb, or even the energy essence of the Bodhi Ancient Tree.

Alternatively, he could directly have Zhu Kun Breakthrough to Dou Di and break open the Tuo She Ancient Emperor's Cave Abode, and he would take out the half-finished emperor pill for refinement.

All of these could help him Breakthrough in strength, but the timing wasn't right, and they required time.

Lin Xiu was not alone, especially at this increasingly critical juncture.

He had to allocate time to discern the subtle shifts on the continent.

Once changes occurred, he had to plan ahead based on his foreknowledge of the plot.

If Lin Xiu had no worries, he would have long since secretly absorbed energy and broken through.

“So… the one who truly doesn’t need to overthink is actually you.”

Lin Xiu patted Medusa’s fragrant shoulder, a slight smile on his face, “No need to feel burdened. Go ahead and Breakthrough.”

After speaking, he cupped his hands towards these remnant Souls, “All of you, please assist Medusa in her seclusion. When the time is ripe in the future, this Junior can help all of you repair your Souls; to live another life is not impossible.”

His voice echoed in the Immortal Cave as Lin Xiu’s figure gradually faded from view.

Medusa stood rooted, gazing at the spot where Lin Xiu had vanished, her pearly teeth biting her red lips… He rushed out of the lake.

“Alliance Leader Lin!”

After taking over the Nine Serene Deep Earth Python Clan, Yao Ming had been waiting on the shore. Upon seeing Lin Xiu, he immediately approached.

“Is the clan settled?”

Lin Xiu asked with a smile.

Yao Ming nodded, “Thanks to Alliance Leader Lin for cleaning them up earlier; I just swept up some remnants.”

“Arrange for trustworthy people to guard the Nine Serene Yellow Springs and forbid anyone from disturbing it. Can you do that?”

Lin Xiu asked.

“No problem. I’ll Cultivate on the shore from now on and guarantee there won’t be any interference.”

Yao Ming patted his chest, his attitude very serious.

Was what I planted before really a Soul Seal? I didn’t make a mistake, did I?

Lin Xiu was momentarily stunned. This Yao Ming was at least a Three-Star Dou Sheng and the Clan Chief of the Nine Serene Deep Earth Python Clan. Why was he so subservient?

“Alliance Leader Lin, I have something I’d like to report to you.”

Yao Ming said with a smile.

Lin Xiu said, “Just say it directly.”

Yao Ming’s expression became slightly serious, “Have you heard of the Yellow Spring Demon Saint before?”

...Azure boulders were piled on the mountain peak, forming an ancient altar.

In the very center stood a pale yellow stone tablet, approximately a hundred zhang tall.

Two figures stood before the stone tablet, appearing exceptionally small.

“This is the Yellow Spring Stone Tablet, which records three Heaven Rank Dou Techniques. From lowest to highest, they are the Yellow Springs Finger, the Yellow Springs Palm, and the Yellow Spring Demon Saint’s famous Fighting Skill, the Yellow Spring Sky Wrath!”

Yao Ming looked up at the stone tablet, his expression a mix of regret and wistfulness, “Before the Yellow Spring Demon Saint passed away, he left his essence Blood in the tablet. However, Yao Beasts are naturally at a disadvantage in terms of Soul.

Over the years, many have tried, but all failed due to insufficient Soul Power, unable to reach the depths of the stone tablet. Let alone obtaining the essence Blood, no one has even mastered the Yellow Spring Sky Wrath.”

He paused, then turned his head, “Alliance Leader Lin, may I be so bold as to ask, has your Soul Realm reached the Emperor Realm?”

Lin Xiu nodded, “That’s right.”

Yao Ming’s eyes showed a hint of surprise and admiration upon hearing this. He stroked the stone tablet, “It seems this stone tablet has finally waited for the right person.”