Chapter 310 Ancestor Fire Cloud

Shen Wen didn't expect Valley Master Tang Zhen also had an intention for coming.

Valley Master Tang Zhen spoke: "Actually, I want to ask Shen Wen to take action again to help our Elder, Fire Cloud Old Ancestor, heal his injuries."

Shen Wen was puzzled; he could appear omniscient in front of Cao Ying and Zi Yan, but naturally, he couldn't act that way regarding matters inside the Burning Flame Valley.

"Fire Cloud Old Ancestor?"

His tone took on a hint of seriousness, "That previous Valley Master of Burning Flame Valley? Aren't there rumors outside that he had long ago..."

Shen Wen didn't say the word "fallen," but the meaning was already very clear.

Valley Master Tang Zhen nodded and sighed, his tone carrying a bit of complexity: "The rumors are both true and false."

"The Old Ancestor... he was indeed heavily injured decades ago, and since then, he has been in secluded cultivation."

"To the outside world, we only say the Old Ancestor has passed away, to avoid others coveting us."

He paused and continued: "But in reality, the Old Ancestor has always remained in the valley, it's just that the injuries were too heavy, and he has been unable to recover all these years."

Shen Wen's brow twitched slightly: "What kind of injury could make a Dou Saint nurse it for decades?"

In fact, he was also puzzled; an injury that could make a Dou Saint nurse it for decades was definitely not simple.

Valley Master Tang Zhen pondered for a moment before finally speaking: "Back then, the Old Ancestor fought with a Hall of Souls expert and was afflicted by the other party's soul poison."

"That soul poison is extremely insidious; it not only erodes the Physical Body but also continuously devours the Soul."

"Although it didn't restrict the Old Ancestor from increasing his cultivation, the power of the Hall of Souls is too insidious, making it difficult for the Old Ancestor's injuries to heal."

"Over the years, our Burning Flame Valley has tried everything and secretly consulted Alchemists. But there has never been a way."

At this point, he looked at Shen Wen, his gaze carrying a hint of hope: "It wasn't until I heard that Grandmaster Shen could refine a Medicinal Pill like the zun ji pill that I began to consider it."

"I felt that maybe... maybe there would be a way."

Shen Wen pondered for a moment and nodded: "I can take a look."

"But let me be clear upfront, I haven't seen Fire Cloud Old Ancestor's condition. Whether it can be treated, I'll only know after seeing him."

Upon hearing this, Valley Master Tang Zhen's Face immediately showed joy, and he stood up to give Shen Wen a deep bow: "Grandmaster Shen is willing to take action, I am beyond grateful!"

"Regardless of success or failure, Burning Flame Valley owes you a favor!"

Shen Wen waved his hand, signaling him not to be so formal: "Uncle Tang, no need to be so polite."

"Huo-er's Elder is also like my Elder."

"However, I must see it with my own eyes before I can know how to heal the injury."

Valley Master Tang Zhen nodded repeatedly: "Of course, of course! Then... when will Grandmaster Shen be free?"

Shen Wen thought for a moment and said: "No time like the present. It just so happens there isn't much to do these few days, let's head to Burning Flame Valley first."

Valley Master Tang Zhen was overjoyed and immediately wanted to set off with Shen Wen.

Tang Huo'er stood to the side, looking at Shen Wen with a somewhat complex gaze, containing gratitude and something else.

Shen Wen didn't have time to ponder her gaze and went back to the backyard first.

Xiao Yi Xian was flipping through account books in the Flower Hall. Seeing him enter, she looked up.

Shen Wen sat down beside her and said: "I need to go to Burning Flame Valley."

Xiao Yi Xian was slightly startled: "Why the sudden trip to Burning Flame Valley?"

Shen Wen briefly explained the matter of Fire Cloud Old Ancestor.

Xiao Yi Xian after listening, nodded: "Then go ahead. Sister Ying and I will handle things at the residence."

She paused and added: "Sister Cai Lin is still in secluded cultivation; refining the nine-colored origin stone will likely take some more time."

"Sister Ying is responsible for matters outside the residence, and I'll manage the inside. You don't need to worry."

Shen Wen reached out and held her hand, gently squeezing it: "Thank you for your hard work."

Xiao Yi Xian shook her head, her lips curving into a gentle arc: "It's not hard. Just go do what you need to do."

Shen Wen smiled, stood up, kissed her forehead gently, and turned to leave.

Outside the residence gates, Valley Master Tang Zhen and Tang Huo'er were already waiting there.

Seeing him come out, Valley Master Tang Zhen hurriedly stepped forward: "Grandmaster Shen, are you ready to go?"

Shen Wen nodded.

The three of them boarded the flying boat and sped off toward the direction of Burning Flame Valley.

...

Valley Master Tang Zhen was indeed in a hurry.

After leaving the Shen Residence, the three of them headed straight for Pill City's teleportation array. With the status of the Burning Flame Valley's Master and Shen Wen's Face as a Pill Tower Elder, they had a green light all the way, passing through without hindrance.

The light of the teleportation arrays lit up one after another. When Shen Wen stepped out from the last teleportation array, he could already sense the intense fire-attribute energy in the air.

Burning Flame Valley had been reached.

"Grandmaster Shen, this way please." Valley Master Tang Zhen led the way, his pace brisk.

Tang Huo'er followed by Shen Wen's side, rarely not coming over to talk as she usually did, just walking quietly.

Shen Wen glanced at her but didn't say much.

The three of them passed through layers of halls and headed deep into Burning Flame Valley.

"Grandmaster Shen, this way please."

Valley Master Tang Zhen led the way, passing through several hidden Restrictions and walking along a green stone path toward the depths of the valley.

Tang Huo'er followed by Shen Wen's side. She didn't speak much along the way, but Shen Wen could feel her gaze falling on him from time to time.

A bamboo forest.

Deep within Burning Flame Valley, a very dense bamboo forest was actually hidden.

The bamboo leaves rustled in the night wind, and moonlight spilled through the gaps in the leaves, spreading a mottled pattern of light and shadow on the ground.

Deep in the bamboo forest, a bamboo house was faintly visible.

In front of the bamboo house, a figure was sitting cross-legged on a green stone, eyes closed, regulating his breathing.

It was an Old Man.

A head of fiery red long hair was particularly striking, looking like a ball of burning flame even in the night.

He wore a simple grey robe, and the aura around him was peaceful, showing no signs of heavy injury.

Hearing the footsteps, the Old Man opened his eyes.

His gaze skipped over Valley Master Tang Zhen and Tang Huo'er, landing straight on Shen Wen.

Then, he spoke.

"Are you the person that girl Huo-er likes?"

His voice was old but full of vigor, carrying a hint of playfulness.

Tang Huo'er's footsteps came to a sudden halt, her pretty Face instantly turning bright red.

"Old Man, what nonsense are you talking about!"

The Old Man raised his eyebrows, his gaze circling Shen Wen before looking back at Tang Huo'er, his tone carrying a bit of teasing:

"Is Huo-er not beautiful? Is her talent not good? Why are you unwilling to marry her?"

Tang Huo'er's Face turned even redder, so red it almost looked like it would drip blood.

She glared fiercely at the Old Man and said through gritted teeth: "Old Man, if you keep talking nonsense, be careful that no one will be there to see you off in the end!"

The Old Man laughed loudly, not annoyed at all, but instead looked at Valley Master Tang Zhen:

"Zhen'er, look at this girl. I just said one truthful word, and she wants to silence me."

Her tone was both urgent and sharp, a far cry from her usual bright and brisk manner.

Fire Cloud Old Ancestor was not annoyed at all; instead, he burst into loud laughter.

The laughter shook the four walls of the stone room slightly. How did he look like a patient who had been heavily injured for decades?

"Hahaha, girl, is what this Old Man said incorrect?"

He looked at Tang Huo'er, his eyes full of mischievous laughter: "When you came back from Pill City last time, that Soul-lost appearance, this Old Man saw it very clearly."