439: Xiao Xuan's memories of becoming an emperor

Xiao Xuan looked at the massive portal, unsure how to describe his feelings at that moment.

Especially the ancient characters on the portal.

"Ancient Emperor Cave Abode!"

As his gaze swept over the characters, Xiao Xuan's heart trembled violently.

This is bad! Lin Xiu actually knew the location of the Tuo She Ancient Emperor's Cave Abode.

Good heavens, what is this kid's background? It seems there's nothing in this world that's a secret to him.

Although it was Xiao Xuan's first time seeing the Ancient Emperor Cave Abode, from the majestic aura emanating from the characters, he was certain that this was indeed the true Ancient Emperor Cave Abode.

Beside him, Zi Yan's gaze was more drawn to a middle-aged man.

Even though Lin Xiu hadn't introduced him to her.

But Zi Yan already understood his identity in her heart, because from within his body, she sensed an extremely familiar scent of Bloodline.

Different from the Void Ancient Dragon Bloodline, and not like her three royal uncles.

"Child, my child!"

Zhu Kun's majestic golden eyes were replaced by infinite tenderness as he gazed intently at Zi Yan, separated by a barrier.

Seemingly unaccustomed to such a gaze, Zi Yan hid behind Lin Xiu, revealing only a pair of eyes, peeking at the man from over Lin Xiu's shoulder.

"Why is there another person?"

Xiao Xuan snapped back to reality and suddenly realized something was wrong, then his heart was filled with dread; the other party's aura was so strong, seemingly only slightly weaker than Soul Emperor.

Just then, he heard the other party's address to Zi Yan.

Zi Yan is the Dragon Emperor of the Taixu Ancient Dragon Clan, and he calls Zi Yan his child. Could he be Zi Yan's father?

A look of confusion appeared in Xiao Xuan's eyes.

No, why did Lin Xiu bring out another such powerful Senior?

"It's alright."

Lin Xiu gently patted Zi Yan's hand, comforting her.

"Kid, let go of this Emperor's hand, what are you doing? Believe it or not, this Emperor will fight you to the death?!"

Zhu Kun caught sight of Lin Xiu and Zi Yan's intertwined fingers, and the veins on his forehead immediately bulged.

Hiss, this scene seems a bit familiar... Xiao Xuan was stunned for a moment. Oh, isn't this what Gu Yuan said to Xiao Yan when he came to Canaan Academy some time ago?

"Don't let go!"

Zi Yan huffed softly, her eyes coldly staring at the middle-aged man.

Zhu Kun's hands seemed to have nowhere to go, he fidgeted for a few moments, then his attitude softened, "Alright, alright, don't let go then, it's fine."

Lin Xiu led the two of them over.

Soon, Xiao Xuan discovered the existence of the barrier and turned his head to look at Lin Xiu.

"Senior Xiao, I really can't do anything about this."

Lin Xiu understood his meaning and shrugged. Even with his system panel, he couldn't unlock this. This thing was a spatial Formation left by a Dou Di, beyond his capabilities.

"What do you mean by bringing me here?"

Xiao Xuan couldn't figure it out and asked.

Lin Xiu looked at the middle-aged man behind the barrier, "This is Senior Zhu Kun, the Dragon Emperor of the Taixu Ancient Dragon Clan, well, the previous Dragon Emperor. I want him to Breakthrough to Dou Di."

When Zi Yan's cold gaze swept over him, he quickly corrected himself.

"Yes, I should indeed step down."

Zhu Kun had no temper at all, shamelessly hoping Zi Yan would look at him twice.

Unfortunately, Zi Yan turned her head away.

Zhu Kun rubbed his hands, feeling a bit awkward.

"Kid, as long as you can help me Breakthrough to Dou Di, I'll agree to anything. I'm really tired of this damned place."

Zhu Kun punched the barrier twice, but besides a ripple, there was no change at all.

"Is Senior trapped inside?"

Xiao Xuan reacted and asked.

After Lin Xiu's introduction, he had some impression of Zhu Kun's identity. Back when the Soul Clan and Ancient Clan hadn't risen, this Senior was already a prominent figure on the continent.

It was perfectly reasonable for him to address him as Senior.

"Nonsense, is that thing on your neck just for show? If I wasn't trapped, I would have already... already..."

Zhu Kun's eyes widened, revealing anger, but as Zi Yan's gaze swept over him, his voice was swallowed back.

"Senior Xiao, the tuoshe ancient emperor jade has all been taken by Soul Emperor, and the location of the Immortal Cave will be exposed sooner or later. My idea is to let him become an Emperor first, and then give Soul Emperor a surprise."

Lin Xiu turned his head and said.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Xuan showed a hesitant expression, wanting to speak but holding back.

The other party seems to want to deal with you... Once he becomes an Emperor, can you, young man, stop him?

"It's alright, Senior Zhu Kun has experienced the pain of a child without a father, so he probably wouldn't want such a thing to happen to his grandchild."

Lin Xiu put his arm around Zi Yan's shoulder, pulling her into his embrace, and gently stroked Zi Yan's lower abdomen with his other hand.

On the other side of the barrier.

Zhu Kun's breathing rapidly quickened, his eyes fixed on Zi Yan's lower abdomen for a few seconds.

Xiao Xuan touched the barrier.

Something left by a Dou Di, it shouldn't break after so many years, right?

"Good kid, you're really something. Just wait, once I get out, we'll have a good chat."

Zhu Kun gritted his teeth, his voice seemingly squeezed out little by little.

"We are deeply in love."

Lin Xiu looked at Zi Yan, who nodded without hesitation.

Zhu Kun took a few deep breaths, helplessly touching the barrier, and said, "Alright, give me the Source Energy. I've already assimilated the Soul Origin you left for me before, and my Soul has already advanced to the Emperor Realm."

Soul Origin?

Xiao Xuan blinked, suddenly thinking of the Sky Tomb's Soul. Could it be that Lin Xiu already knew the location of the Tuo She Ancient Emperor's Cave Abode back then and had started preparing early?

"That's no problem, but I want to hear Senior Xiao's opinion first."

Lin Xiu looked at Xiao Xuan.

Zhu Kun frowned slightly, "Him? What opinion could he have? Does he even understand Dou Di?"

"Hehe, this Junior is not talented, but I was fortunate enough to have one foot in the Dou Di Realm and briefly experienced the taste of Dou Di."

A hint of pride involuntarily appeared on Xiao Xuan's face, but it was then covered by sadness.

Because his Dou Di advancement was achieved by the entire Xiao Clan contributing their Bloodline Power to elevate him, but unfortunately, the Source Energy in the Sky Tomb was insufficient, and he failed to Breakthrough successfully.

And the result of this action was... the Xiao Clan completely declined from then on.

He lay dormant deep within the Sky Tomb.

"Impossible, I was searching everywhere for the Tuo She Ancient Emperor's Cave Abode because I found there was no Source Energy, which is why I was ultimately trapped here. How could you have advanced to Dou Di?"

Zhu Kun didn't believe him.

Xiao Xuan explained how he used the Xiao Clan's Bloodline Power, combined with the Sky Tomb space left by the Dou Di.

After listening, a hint of surprise flashed in Zhu Kun's eyes, "You are indeed a ruthless person, but unfortunately, you lacked a bit of opportunity, otherwise you would have truly succeeded."

Xiao Xuan glanced at Lin Xiu and said with a bitter smile, "Yes, if I had met him back then, it wouldn't have led to the tragedy that followed."

Shaking his head, Xiao Xuan composed himself and said solemnly, "Sigh, I've strayed a bit. Back to the main topic, Senior Zhu Kun, what Realm are you currently in?"

"Ninth-star Dou Sheng Late Stage. If I hadn't been trapped here, I would definitely be at the Dou Sheng Peak."

Zhu Kun looked back at the words on the portal, a hint of hatred flashing in his eyes.

It was this damned thing that caused him to miss his daughter's growth and even allowed her to be coaxed away by that brat!

Xiao Xuan sighed, "Lin Xiu, if you want Senior Zhu Kun to become an Emperor, this plan might fall through."

"Why?"

Lin Xiu and Zhu Kun asked in unison.

"To advance to Dou Di, Soul and Source Energy are indispensable, and another key is energy."

A hint of recollection flashed across Xiao Xuan's face, "When I advanced to Dou Di, my Soul and Dou Qi were sufficient, but the Source Energy was not enough. As a result, my Physical Body couldn't undergo transformation, which led to extreme instability within myself, I couldn't even stabilize my original Realm, and the energy in my body directly went out of control."

Neither Lin Xiu nor Zhu Kun had experienced this, so they were indeed blank in this aspect.

Xiao Xuan looked behind Zhu Kun, "In the space where you are, all the energy has been absorbed by the Ancient Emperor Cave Abode to stabilize the Formation. Even with enough Source Energy, your Physical Body still won't be able to transform, and it will end in failure."

Advancing to Dou Di is an ultimate sublimation from the Physical Body to the Soul.

Source Energy is more like a spark, responsible for igniting the Physical Body and Soul. Sufficient Source Energy for tempering can ensure the transformation of the Physical Body and Soul. And sufficient energy can ensure the continuous recovery of the Physical Body and Soul.

When the Physical Body and Soul are Rebirth from fire, Dou Di is truly achieved.

When Xiao Xuan became a pseudo-Emperor and failed to advance to Dou Di, he lost control of the energy in his body and self-destructed, severely injuring the Soul Clan, while he lingered in the Sky Tomb.

Over the years, he had repeatedly pondered and arrived at this conclusion.

However, Xiao Xuan was not entirely certain about the specifics.

He just felt it was too risky to let Zhu Kun attempt it in such an environment.

P.S.: Xiao Xuan's recollection is taken from Doupo - Xiao Xuan and Soul Emperor Arc. The idea of becoming an Emperor refers to Xiao Yan's tempering when he received the Tuo She Ancient Emperor's Legacy.

It's not made up, but rather supplemented by referencing the original work, and also referencing the three difficulties of advancing to the Supreme Realm (another term equivalent to Dou Di) in The Great Ruler.

Also, the Doupo World is almost coming to an end. Thank you to all the readers who have followed along this far! Thank you very much!!!

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