Facing the Lingxu Heavenly Palace, which even the Four Heavenly Demons held in awe, he dared not risk his true body.
Even if the Lingxu Heavenly Palace appeared on the surface to not have a single Primordial Chaos Golden Immortal Realm Expert.
But Nine Heavens Demon felt that he needed to learn from past lessons and not become overly confident just because he was skilled in the Dao of Illusion.
The one he sent this time was merely an Incarnation, appearing exactly like an Old Ancestor of the Lingxu Heavenly Palace, Old Ancestor Fuyun.
His appearance, demeanor, aura, and even fluctuations in Dharma power were all mimicked to perfection.
As for the true Old Ancestor Fuyun, he had naturally long since fallen into the hands of a Grand Unity Golden Immortal Realm Expert of the Demon Race, suffering a fate worse than death, and his personal Magic Treasure was already in the demon's hands.
The Demon Incarnation, in the likeness of Old Ancestor Fuyun, first appeared in the main hall of the Lingxu Palace, holding the Grand Elder's token, and summoned several Chiefs who currently managed the Sect's affairs.
The Chiefs, seeing the sudden appearance of "Old Ancestor Fuyun" who had not shown himself for a long time, were somewhat surprised but did not suspect anything, and respectfully saluted him.
After all, the Mirror of Heaven had not issued a warning, and "Old Ancestor Fuyun" possessed the cultivation of a Grand Unity Golden Immortal; they dared not be disrespectful.
Old Ancestor Fuyun sat in the superior position, his gaze sweeping over everyone, speaking seemingly casually, his voice gentle, carrying a hint of a senior's concern:
"This Old One recently emerged from seclusion and, by chance, perceived a heavenly secret, sensing that the Sect's fortunes are flourishing... Recently, some fame has spread; do you all know the details?"
He asked lightly, as if just making small talk.
The Chiefs exchanged glances, and Immortal Reverence Yuheng, Chief of the Dan Meridian, cupped his hands and replied:
"Reporting to Old Ancestor, the Sect's recent fortunes are indeed different from the past... However, we dare not claim credit; it is entirely due to the return of all the Old Ancestors that the Sect's Luck has stabilized."
Immortal Reverence Yuheng's words were flawless, attributing the change in the Sect's fortunes to the return of the Great Overarching Old Ancestors, which seemed to have no problem. This made "Old Ancestor Fuyun" feel like he was punching cotton, making it difficult to press further directly.
A fleeting shadow crossed his eyes, but his face still maintained a benevolent smile as he continued the conversation:
"What Yuheng said is very true. The current situation is unclear, and having Grand Unity Golden Immortals presiding over us can certainly stabilize morale. However, observing the way the Sect's Luck gathers, with Prodigies emerging one after another, it seems your guidance has been effective."
At this moment, Immortal Venerable Chang Geng, Chief of the Formation Meridian, spoke up:
"This is where we must mention our Lingxu Heavenly Palace's Dan Meridian."
"Individuals like Su Ming, Jiang Hao, and others are indeed exceptionally talented, and have already made great names for themselves in the outside world. Especially Lu Fan, who has actually condensed nine Human Dao imprints, truly the fortune of our Lingxu Heavenly Palace!"
At this point, smiles of shared honor appeared on the faces of the Chiefs.
"Old Ancestor Fuyun" listened, but his heart was filled with doubts, and he asked:
"Are all these people cultivated by Yuheng?"
Immortal Reverence Yuheng replied without hesitation:
"No, that's not it. How could this Junior dare to claim credit for the heavens? Su Ming, Jiang Hao, Lu Fan, and others are all... Disciples under the Sect's Dao Child."
When he mentioned the words 'Dao Child', his tone unconsciously became somewhat bewildered.
In reality, Han Xuanji had been incredibly low-key these past few years, and they weren't very clear about what Realm he had cultivated to.
Even the Sect's Grand Unity Golden Immortal Realm Old Ancestors found it difficult to meet him.
He was either in seclusion or out on an excursion.
It was as if they, the high-ranking members of the Sect, were plague gods.
Many times, they could only meet Han Xuanji's Disciple, Li Taiqing, who seemed more like the Dao Child and occasionally attended some Sect activities.
A glint flashed in the eyes of "Old Ancestor Fuyun." He had heard of this person from the Demon Master before. Could this child be the key?
He hadn't thought that Han Xuanji was that mysterious expert; instead, he speculated that Han Xuanji was very likely that expert's Disciple, and then used Han Xuanji's name to cultivate many Prodigies.
Immortal Venerable Chang Geng added:
"Old Ancestor, the Dao Child's talent is astonishing. Although he is not famous in the Immortal Realm, he is proficient in many arts. His attainments in Formation, Alchemy, and Sword Dao are all remarkable. Even we find it difficult to perceive the slightest bit of the Restrictions in the garden."
For this, these Chiefs were more relieved and had not tried to inquire about his secrets.
After all, Han Xuanji staying in the Sect and cultivating so many Prodigies was also a great fortune for the Lingxu Heavenly Palace.
"Dao Child... Han Xuanji?"
Old Ancestor Fuyun murmured.
He felt there must be some secret about this person.
However, on the surface, he still pretended to be very pleased, praising:
"Excellent, excellent. Outstanding talent, indifferent to fame and fortune, truly worthy of being the Dao Child of our Lingxu Heavenly Palace..."
Meanwhile.
Inside the quiet room, Han Xuanji felt something in his heart and slowly opened his eyes on the chaos green lotus. His gaze seemed to penetrate layers of Void Realm, landing on Old Ancestor Fuyun of the Lingxu Heavenly Palace.
[Nine Heavens Demon (Incarnation): Seventh Revolution Grand Unity Golden Immortal, Demon Ancestor's personal guard, Illusion Demon God. Perished in the last Immortal-Demon War, now Reborn, with his Realm fallen. Awakened early by Nine Lives Emperor Lord, currently temporarily under the command of the Demon Master, wishing to explore the secrets of the Lingxu Heavenly Palace.]
"Nine Heavens Demon... another Demon Ancestor's personal guard? Quite persistent."
Han Xuanji's thoughts stirred. He hadn't expected this fellow to be quite audacious.
Or rather, quite capable.
His concealment methods were remarkably clever, allowing him to slip in if one wasn't careful.
"The Grand Dao of Illusion... so utterly false that it can pass for real?"
Han Xuanji pondered.
The three thousand great daos, each with its strengths.
None should be underestimated.
Han Xuanji did not get up, but sat and waited for the other party to take the bait.
Sure enough, not long after.
Old Ancestor Fuyun bid farewell to the Chiefs and, contrary to what he had said about returning to his Immortal Cave, quietly sneaked towards the Myriad Phenomena Garden, his superb stealth techniques not attracting anyone's attention.
He mused in his heart:
"There must be something unusual about that Dao Child Han Xuanji! Even if he isn't the hidden expert, he must be a key figure. If I can sneak into his cultivation place, I might glimpse a trace of the truth."
"However, that hidden expert is probably somewhere in the Lingxu Heavenly Palace, perhaps in that Myriad Phenomena Garden."
Thinking of this, Old Ancestor Fuyun's movements became somewhat hesitant.
Even if it was just an Incarnation, he didn't want to sacrifice it in vain.
Just as he was pondering whether to use the Old Ancestor's name to summon Han Xuanji out.
Unexpectedly, he felt the world spin, and the scene before his eyes suddenly changed!
The next moment, he found himself in a gray, seemingly boundless Void Realm.
Within the Void Realm, Chaos Qi currents writhed like Dragons and serpents, emitting a suppressive force that made his Soul tremble.
And all around, excited hisses could be heard.
"Where is this?"
Old Ancestor Fuyun, or rather the Nine Heavens Demon Incarnation, paled in shock, realizing that he had fallen into the hands of that mysterious expert.