Chapter 2244: Blood Soul News

After the cheers from all directions had somewhat subsided, Han Li smiled faintly. With a single-hand gesture, countless green threads instantly shot towards his feet from the void, coalescing in a flash to once again form a misty green lotus. It then slowly descended onto the top of the tower and hovered motionless.

"The unwelcome guest has departed! As is customary, I will continuously expound upon the Supreme Dao for the next seven days and seven nights. How much one can comprehend depends on their individual fortune. However, unlike previous celebrations, this discourse will be entirely open. I will now lift the restrictions, allowing anyone to come to the mountain and listen," Han Li slowly announced after scanning his gaze around.

His voice was not loud, but it instantly boomed and spread in all directions, penetrating beyond the mountain peak and echoing throughout the entire Sky Abyss City.

The cultivators in Sky Abyss City were first stunned upon hearing this, but then a frantic cheer erupted once more.

Both cultivators indoors and on the streets surged like a tide towards the Three-Colored Giant Peak.

Even the armored guards who were maintaining order near the teleportation array joined the flow of people, overjoyed and surprised.

At the same time, Han Li had already sat cross-legged on the green lotus, slowly recounting his experiences, starting from the lowest Qi Condensation stage.

The numerous cultivators in the square, regardless of whether they were human, demon, or other races, all began to listen intently with solemn expressions.

A discourse by a Grand Ascension cultivator was an immense opportunity for anyone, regardless of their race. Even starting from the lowest stage, which they might have previously disdained, no one wanted to miss a single word.

As Han Li's clear voice resonated through the void, more cultivators surged onto the mountain, quickly occupying the edges of the square until it became so crowded that no one else could squeeze in.

Those behind them, unable to proceed, could only gather and linger along the various mountain paths and structures of the Three-Colored Peak.

Several hours later, the upper half of the Three-Colored Giant Peak was densely packed with people, while even more cultivators continued to converge on the lower part of the mountain.

However, no matter where one was located on the giant peak, Han Li's voice would immediately echo in their ears.

Many had initially intended to climb higher up the mountain, but as soon as the discourse began to resonate in their ears, they involuntarily stopped, falling into a state of sudden enlightenment.

A day and a night later, the entire area encompassing the Three-Colored Giant Peak was filled with a dense crowd of figures.

Everyone, whether standing upright or sitting cross-legged, remained silent, with only Han Li's voice clearly emanating from the peak of the mountain.

Seven days and seven nights later, colorful clouds suddenly churned in the sky, and showers of petals once again drifted down from high above.

Han Li's discourse abruptly ceased.

Some cultivators, who had been listening enthralled, were startled. Many immediately snapped out of their state of enlightenment, though most still had a trace of confusion in their eyes.

After a moment, Han Li's voice faintly echoed in everyone's ears once more.

"Thank you all, fellow Daoists, for attending my Grand Ascension ceremony. The celebration now concludes, and you may all descend the mountain."

The many cultivators who had been listening to crucial points naturally felt great reluctance, but Han Li now appeared like a deity in their eyes, so they dared not show the slightest disobedience.

After respectfully bowing towards the mountaintop, everyone successively exited the giant peak.

Only then did the Grand Ascension celebration truly end.

Half a day later, a roar echoed high in the sky, and the Three-Colored Giant Peak blurred, disappearing into thin air.

Some armored guards who were still on alert near the square respectfully bowed towards the sky before departing in an orderly fashion.

In a large hall on the top floor of the stone pagoda, Han Li was already seated in the main position.

On either side of the hall, Qi Lingzi, Young Master Hai, and several Sky Abyss City elders, including the silver-haired elder, stood respectfully.

Among Han Li's disciples, Bai Guo'er was conspicuously present, standing side-by-side with Zhu Guo'er, who appeared to be of a similar age. Both wore smiles, looking as if they were truly sisters.

Bai Guo'er had finally returned safely before the Grand Ascension celebration.

At this time, Bai Guo'er had unexpectedly reached the mid-Soul Transformation stage, a slightly higher cultivation level than Young Master Hai.

As for the silver-haired elder and other Sky Abyss City elders, their respect towards Han Li, compared to before the Grand Ascension celebration, was clearly heartfelt, with no hint of perfunctory behavior.

Evidently, Han Li's previous action of severely injuring Black Owl King had completely convinced these Integration cultivators, earning their true awe and admiration.

In the middle of the hall, Li Rong also stood before Han Li, listening respectfully to his words.

"So, Senior Ao Xiao and Lord Mo Jianli have indeed entered the Demon Realm, preparing to assist the Demon Race ancestors, along with Grand Ascension cultivators from other races, in resolving the great tribulation of the Demon Realm?" Han Li said with a slight frown.

"That's right. Not only have all the Grand Ascension cultivators from our regional races entered the Demon Realm, but many super-clans from the Spirit Realm have also dispatched Grand Ascension stage experts to intervene. It's precisely because of this that the demon cultivators, under pressure from other Grand Ascension powerhouses, were forced to abandon the Spirit Race territories they had occupied and withdraw everyone from the Spirit Realm," Li Rong respectfully replied.

"So, the price is that Grand Ascension cultivators from our various races must enter the Demon Realm along with those from the super-clans to resolve the great tribulation there. After all, if the Demon Realm truly falls because of the Mother of Swarm Insects, our Spirit Realm might be next," Han Li said with a sigh.

"Your wisdom is profound, Senior! If this were not the case, not only would the demon race not retreat, but other Grand Ascension powerhouses would also not agree," Li Rong replied with a hint of helplessness.

"I've been wondering why the tense situation between our two races, the Shadow Race, and the Yaksha Race, which seemed on the verge of erupting, has not led to a full-scale war. So, it turns out all those Grand Ascension cultivators have entered the Demon Realm. The Yaksha Race's Black Owl King was a Grand Ascension expert deliberately hidden by them, seemingly intended as a trump card to suddenly launch an attack on us. If I hadn't unexpectedly advanced to Grand Ascension, our two races might have been in serious trouble," Han Li murmured thoughtfully.

"Indeed, if Senior Han hadn't suddenly become a Grand Ascension cultivator, ordinary Integration cultivators would truly be no match for Black Owl King. However, once Senior Han's display of divine abilities at the celebration was reported back to the various races, I imagine that even if the leaders of those other races were given more courage, they would certainly not dare to scheme against our race again," Li Rong replied with a charming smile.

"So, the Holy Island Elders' Council summoned me, first, to discuss how to deal with the other races, and second, to investigate the whereabouts of Senior Ao Xiao and the other senior," Han Li asked nonchalantly.

"Yes, that is indeed what the fellow Daoists on Holy Island intend," Li Rong replied, lowering her head.

Clearly, Li Rong had been completely won over by Han Li's display at the celebration, and she divulged everything she knew without reservation.

"Hmm, after some time, you can accompany me to Holy Island. Besides needing to discuss some matters with the fellow Daoists there, I'm also quite interested in the Heavenly Scripture Pavilion, which contains secret arts, and the renowned Myriad Spirit Chaos Rankings," Han Li said slowly after pondering for a moment.

"Yes, Senior, this junior will certainly take you to the island," Li Rong replied without hesitation, her face brightening with joy.

"Fellow Daoist Gu, I'm afraid my disciples will need your continued care and attention for some time to come," Han Li said, turning to address Elder Gu and the others.

"Please rest assured, Senior. As long as fellow Daoists like Qi Lingzi are in this city, this junior guarantees their safety," the silver-haired elder said solemnly, bowing.

The other Integration elders likewise repeatedly agreed.

"I trust your promises, fellow Daoists. You don't need to worry too much; I will take Yuetian with me first. This way, I believe no one will easily cause trouble for Sky Abyss City. Qi Lingzi, Zhu Guo'er, you two will journey with me later," Han Li said with a smile, then turned to give instructions.

"Yes, Senior."

"Understood, Master."

Zhu Guo'er and Qi Lingzi replied in unison upon hearing this.

For the remainder of the time, Han Li dismissed Elder Gu, the other Sky Abyss City elders, Young Master Hai, and the other disciples. However, he transmitted a message to Qi Lingzi, who was the last to leave.

Qi Lingzi's expression became solemn, and he immediately acknowledged before also leaving the hall.

Han Li, meanwhile, sat quietly in the hall, lost in thought.

A short while later, footsteps were heard again from outside the door, and a slender figure quietly appeared.

As soon as she entered the hall, she curtsied to Han Li and said respectfully:

"Xu Qianyu greets Senior!"

"Rise. I believe Fellow Daoist Xu already has some understanding of why I asked you to stay," Han Li said, nodding at her.

"Senior wishes to ask about the Void Heaven Cauldron, does he not?" Xu Qianyu replied, her head slightly bowed, not daring to meet Han Li's gaze.

"Indeed. If I'm not mistaken, the Void Heaven Cauldron is no ordinary treasure to your Xu family. Why was it suddenly given to me as a congratulatory gift? There must be a reason for this," Han Li asked, staring at her.

"Your wisdom is profound, Senior. This junior offered the Void Heaven Cauldron as a congratulatory gift on the orders of Ancestor Bing Po's Blood Soul," Xu Qianyu replied, a hint of unease in her voice.

"Blood Soul? Has Fellow Daoist Bing Po's blood soul clone returned to the Xu family?" Han Li was startled internally, but his expression remained unchanged.

"Precisely. Senior Blood Soul returned suddenly six months ago, gravely injured. However, shortly after returning to the clan, the injuries flared up, causing her to fall unconscious. But before that, Senior Blood Soul instructed the clan disciples to immediately send this Void Heaven Cauldron to you, Senior, and hoped that you would bring this cauldron with you on a visit to the Xu family," Xu Qianyu replied without further hesitation.

"I see. So, Fellow Daoist Blood Po knew about my advancement to the Grand Ascension stage before having you send this cauldron to me?" Han Li asked with a frown.

"That is indeed the case, Senior," Xu Qianyu replied honestly.

"Has your Xu family not attempted to heal Fellow Daoist Blood Po?" Han Li asked further after a moment of contemplation.

"To answer Senior, many elders in the Xu family exhausted all sorts of methods, but they were utterly helpless against Senior Blood Po's injuries. When I left, Senior Blood Po was still unconscious," Xu Qianyu replied.

"I understand. You may go back for now. I will make a trip to your Xu family in a few days," Han Li replied, giving a slight nod after a moment's thought.

Hearing this, Xu Qianyu was naturally overjoyed and quickly bowed deeply again, expressing her profound gratitude.