Chapter 1594: Breaking Records

He Lingchuan ignored him. "Did Cao Wendao have any dealings with Regent Qingyang in the past?"

"This… I haven't seen him in the twenty years I've been in Shanjing Plain with my master," Yang Chi thought for a moment. "But I've heard from fellow disciples that my master used to be an official in Lingxu City and also spent a long time in the Heavenly Palace."

**Chapter 1579: Breaking the Record**

He Lingchuan pondered for a moment and asked, "Did Cao Wendao ever have a conflict with Regent Qingyang?"

Yang Chi thought for a moment and replied, "As far as I know, my master also spent a long time in the Heavenly Palace when he was an official in Lingxu City. However, I haven't heard of any direct dealings between my master and Regent Qingyang."

He Lingchuan nodded without asking further questions. He then asked, "Did your master have any special experiences during his time in the Heavenly Palace?"

Yang Chi pondered for a moment and cautiously said, "I've heard from fellow disciples that my master achieved some remarkable feats while cultivating in the Heavenly Palace. It's said that he broke historical records in a certain cultivation discipline there. But I'm not entirely clear on the specifics."

He Lingchuan frowned slightly and mused, "Breaking historical records in the Heavenly Palace... it seems your master's status there back then was not simple."

"Yes, all my fellow disciples say that Master's achievements in the Heavenly Palace were extraordinary and commanded great respect," Yang Chi said respectfully.

"If that's the case, then why did your master leave the Heavenly Palace and come to this mortal realm?" He Lingchuan asked curiously.

Yang Chi shook his head and said, "I'm not too clear about that. I only know that after my master left the Heavenly Palace, he traveled and cultivated on this continent. It wasn't until twenty years ago that he took me in as his disciple."

He Lingchuan pondered for a moment, then suddenly asked, "Do you know what kind of record your master actually set in the Heavenly Palace back then?"

Yang Chi hesitated, then whispered, "It's said that Master set the record for the fastest cultivation speed in history in a certain discipline in the Heavenly Palace. But I'm not too sure about the specific discipline."

He Lingchuan's eyes lit up, and he nodded thoughtfully. He pondered for a moment, then suddenly asked, "So, what is your master's current strength? Does he still have that cultivation speed he possessed in the Heavenly Palace?"

Yang Chi was slightly taken aback and said with some uncertainty, "I'm not very clear about that either. My master has always been very low-key and rarely displays his strength in front of me. However, I've heard from fellow disciples that his cultivation level now surpasses his achievements in the Heavenly Palace back then."

He Lingchuan nodded, a flicker of interest in his eyes. He pondered for a moment, then suddenly said, "Since that's the case, why don't we pay your master a visit and see what his current strength is like?"

Yang Chi was slightly taken aback and said with some hesitation, "I'm afraid I'll have to ask for Master's opinion first. After all, Master has always valued reclusive cultivation and doesn't particularly like interacting with outsiders."

He Lingchuan smiled slightly and said, "It's alright. I will approach your master carefully. I merely wish to witness firsthand the current strength of the cultivation expert who set records in the Heavenly Palace back then."

Yang Chi hesitated for a moment, then finally nodded. "Alright, then I'll go discuss it with Master first."

With that, Yang Chi turned and left.

After Yang Chi left, He Lingchuan pondered alone for a moment. He felt a faint anticipation, wanting to witness firsthand this cultivation expert who had once set records in the Heavenly Palace.

Soon, Yang Chi returned, a hint of hesitation on his face. "Master said he's not very willing to interact with outsiders, but since it's your request, he is willing to meet you."

He Lingchuan smiled slightly. "Excellent. Please lead the way to your master."

The two immediately set off towards Yang Chi's master's residence. Along the way, He Lingchuan pondered about this mysterious expert. He couldn't help but wonder what extraordinary cultivation and experiences this master possessed to have set such remarkable records in the Heavenly Palace.

Finally, they arrived at a secluded mountain valley. Yang Chi respectfully led He Lingchuan to a simple wooden house.

"Master, I've brought Young Master He to visit," Yang Chi said respectfully.

The wooden house door slowly opened, and a white-haired old man calmly emerged. His gaze was keen, and his expression serene, giving him an air of profound wisdom and extraordinary presence.

"Young Master He, I have long heard of your name. It is a great honor to meet you today," the old man said slowly, his voice aged yet gentle.

He Lingchuan immediately stepped forward and bowed. "I have long heard of your esteemed name, Senior. It is truly an immense honor to meet you today."

The old man nodded slightly. "Since Young Master He has come all this way, why not come in and sit down?"

With that, the old man turned and entered the wooden house, and He Lingchuan and Yang Chi followed him in.

Upon entering, He Lingchuan was struck by the sight before him. The interior of the house was simply furnished, yet everywhere exuded a subtle aura that invoked a profound sense of tranquility.

The old man sat down on a wooden chair and gestured for He Lingchuan to also sit. "Young Master He, have you come today with a request?"

He Lingchuan smiled slightly. "Senior, I merely heard of the remarkable achievements you made in the Heavenly Palace back then, and so I specifically came to visit, wishing to witness your current cultivation level firsthand."

The old man smiled faintly. "I see. However, I have been living in seclusion for many years now, and my cultivation is not what it once was. If Young Master He wishes to see me in my former glory, I'm afraid you may be disappointed."

He Lingchuan was slightly surprised. "Senior, do you mean that the achievements you made in the Heavenly Palace back then no longer exist?"

The old man slowly nodded. "That's right. My current cultivation is no longer capable of recreating those records from back then."

He Lingchuan frowned slightly, feeling a touch of disappointment. But then he seemed to think of something, and a glimmer of anticipation flashed in his eyes.

"If that's the case, might I ask, Senior, if you would be able to demonstrate some of those achievements you made in the Heavenly Palace back then?"

The old man was slightly startled, then chuckled softly. "Young Master He, you truly have an abundant curiosity. However, I have been in seclusion for many years now, and I'm afraid I cannot demonstrate those past achievements."

He Lingchuan smiled faintly. "Senior, I know you have been living in seclusion for many years and your cultivation is not what it once was. However, I would still very much like to witness firsthand those remarkable achievements you made in the Heavenly Palace back then. Perhaps you could give a small demonstration?"

The old man pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "Since Young Master He is so sincere, I suppose it would be impolite to refuse. However, my current cultivation is not what it once was, and what I can demonstrate is limited."

With that, the old man stood up and, with a slight movement of his hands, a powerful aura immediately emanated from him.

He Lingchuan and Yang Chi involuntarily felt a wave of pressure, as if the entire space was filled with this aura.

The old man then waved his hands, and instantly a dazzling beam of light shot forth from them, soaring straight into the sky.

He Lingchuan's eyes widened, watching the scene in disbelief. The beam of light bloomed in mid-air, forming a massive orb of light that illuminated the entire valley.

"This is the record I set in the Heavenly Palace back then," the old man said calmly.

He Lingchuan was deeply shaken and could only speak after a long moment. "Senior, this... this is truly an astonishing record that you set in the Heavenly Palace back then!"

The old man smiled faintly. "However, this is already the limit of what I can display now. Those achievements from my time in the Heavenly Palace can no longer be replicated."

He Lingchuan pondered for a moment, then suddenly asked, "Senior, why did you leave the Heavenly Palace and come to this mortal realm to live in reclusive cultivation?"

The old man's expression tightened slightly. After a long silence, he slowly said, "I had my own reasons for leaving the Heavenly Palace back then. But those are matters of the past now; I merely wish to live out the rest of my days in peace."

Seeing the old man's solemn expression, He Lingchuan did not press further. He gazed deeply at the old man, his heart filled with respect and curiosity.

Just then, a powerful aura suddenly emanated from a distance, shocking everyone present.

He Lingchuan and Yang Chi exchanged glances, wondering what had happened. The old man's brow also furrowed slightly, seemingly having sensed the presence of that aura.

"It seems someone has arrived," the old man said calmly.