Chapter 516: Living Fossil

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“The Scholar’s Academy reopens once every ten thousand years. How I long to go!” Ye Fan said, his face full of hope, before suddenly changing his tone. “Alas, it's a pity. I have already severed my cultivation, so I can no longer practice.”

“Kid, are you really not going?” The big black dog was the first to get agitated, secretly transmitting its voice, looking as if it was immensely disappointed.

Ye Fan now only wanted to find a place to cultivate in seclusion until he reached the Saint Lord realm. He already possessed ancient scriptures and sacred artifacts of Great Emperors, so there was no need for him to go there.

“That place is connected to outer realms and has karmic ties with places like the Ziwei Ancient Star. Don't you want to see it?” The big black dog pressed.

“Has Emperor Wushi ever entered it?” Ye Fan secretly asked.

“Throughout history, how many people have been like Emperor Wushi? Although he didn't go in the usual way, it's said that he eventually fought his way in and obtained everything he desired,” the big black dog mumbled.

Ye Fan ignored it. He sensed a coming crisis and wanted to disappear from the public eye for a period. Only by reaching the Saint Lord realm could he traverse the world freely.

“You don't want to go to Central State?” The old man in golden feathered robes was surprised. The Scholar’s Academy opening once every ten thousand years held immense significance; no one could refuse.

“It's a comparison of all the kings from the five great regions—Central State, Northern Plains, Western Desert, Southern Ridge, and Eastern Wilderness—over ten thousand years. It would be a great pity if you didn't go. The Scholar’s Academy is more than what meets the eye…” the Queen Mother of the West reminded him.

Each sacred land could only send two participants, and even immortal dynasties followed this rule. One could imagine the strength required of the chosen ones; the weakest among them were Saint Sons and Saintesses.

The Scholar’s Academy, reopening once every ten thousand years, was absolutely a divine land with far-reaching influence. Various ancient inheritances were willing to send their disciples there, indicating definite, unknown benefits.

“I truly wish to go, but the divine physician of the Eastern Wilderness has already said that I can only use my full power ten times at most, and I have already used it three times,” Ye Fan said.

Everyone present fell silent. Li Heishui and others, of course, knew his true situation. A peculiar glint, however, flashed in the eyes of the Queen Mother of the West and the three old men.

He had acted three times: first slaying the Yin-Yang Saint Son, then the Zifu Saint Son, and finally the Wanchu Saint Son. This made many people seriously doubt the divine physician's words.

“What ancient scriptures does the Scholar’s Academy teach?” Jiang Huairen couldn't help but ask. All of them were deeply tempted.

The noble and indescribably dignified elder, clad in purple robes, spoke like an emperor ruling the world: “We do not possess ancient scriptures, nor do we teach profound techniques. We only impart the insights of ancient sages.”

Ye Fan had always firmly believed that he needed to comprehend his own path and eventually transcend the ancient scriptures he learned. This was because every Great Emperor had forged their own path to become a supreme existence.

“One day, you might find that the vast Eastern Wilderness and the boundless Central State are not so large after all. The Scholar’s Academy might open another window for you,” said the ethereal old man, who resembled a wisp of mist.

“It might be related to outer realms. This is a rare opportunity,” the big black dog secretly transmitted.

Ye Fan's heart stirred. Perhaps this was a path home. However, he did not want to become a public target. Once he entered the Scholar’s Academy, it would confirm to the world that he was unharmed.

At that time, an unparalleled imperial lord might emerge and secretly eliminate him. It was too far a risk; even the deterrence of the old madman would be useless.

“I heard that the three strongest individuals from each generation of the Scholar’s Academy eventually disappear, and no one knows where they go…” Li Heishui mumbled.

This was no longer a secret, yet ancient inheritances had never investigated it. Others were unclear about the situation and didn't know what was going on.

“That is an opportunity. Otherwise, why would sacred lands, which possess ancient scriptures and peerless experts, still send their disciples to the Scholar’s Academy?” The old man in golden feathered robes smiled.

“Seniors, I am deeply grateful for your kindness, but unfortunately, I am unwell and unable to attend your teachings,” Ye Fan politely refused.

“Everyone has their own ambitions,” one of the old men nodded, and they said no more.

“Seniors, we will definitely go when the time comes; we just fear we might not be able to get in,” Liu Kou said excitedly.

“You only need to defeat a Saint Son,” the purple-robed old man said, his face stern but with a hint of a smile.

“Ye Zi, you still have seven chances to act. Help each of us defeat a Saint Son,” Jiang Huairen chuckled.

The purple-robed old man was speechless. He gave them a faint glance, then paid them no further attention.

As they left the swamp, the big black dog quickly forgot about the Scholar’s Academy. It kept looking back, casting glances at the three dragon loaches, whose golden light soared into the sky.

“Doggy, no drooling,” Nannan gently patted it.

“If you dare to disturb the dragon loaches, I will suppress you in the Arctic Ocean Eye for two thousand years,” the voice of the Queen Mother of the West from Jade Pond echoed, sounding very peaceful yet causing the big black dog to shiver.

“Ah, nostalgia. I ate one last time I was here,” it mumbled in an almost inaudible voice.

They walked through a stretch of hills, moving away from the swamp. Only then did Li Heishui speak: “Ye Zi, are you really not going? There are definitely immense benefits there. Otherwise, the Saint Sons, Saintesses, and various Royal Physiques would never go.”

“The strongest of the young generation from the five great regions will gather. This will be a grand event; it would be a great pity to miss it, as it only happens once every ten thousand years,” Wu Zhongtian also said.

Jiang Huairen said, “I also want to see you display your might there, defeat all the Saint Sons, suppress all the kings, and become invincible in the five regions. What an impressive sight that would be! And we would also share in the glory.”

“Exactly! And while we're there, we can flirt with the Saintesses of the Eastern Wilderness, the stunning princesses of Central State, and the female Bodhisattvas of the Western Desert. What a carefree and joyful life that would be!” Liu Kou chuckled mischievously.

Ye Fan smiled faintly and shook his head. It was too idealistic and would only lead to tragedy. If he went, every step would invite danger, and smiles would be stained with blood. He didn't know how many people would die in battle.

“I bet Pang Bo will definitely go to the Scholar’s Academy. He might even be waiting for you there,” Li Heishui said.

“He should thank this Emperor for bestowing upon him such a great opportunity, practically sending him straight to his destination,” the big black dog boasted shamelessly.

However, as soon as it said this, Li Heishui, Jiang Huairen, and Liu Kou all started punching it, indignant. Tu Fei was their best friend, and this damned dog had lost him.

“The Northern Plains are so vast, I really don’t know how he’ll get back. Grandpa Tu Tian said that if he relies on himself, it would take him at least twenty years to fly back.”

The big black dog felt guilty and dared not mention it again.

“Doggy, when are you going to bring Brother Tu Fei back? Didn't you say you could consider traversing the void to pick him up?” Nannan asked softly.

“The time is not right yet. The chessboard array patterns left by the Void Great Emperor are strange, and the coordinates are difficult to deduce. I'm afraid if I make a mistake, I might end up on Mount Sumeru.”

“Brother Ape, when the time comes, will you go to the Scholar’s Academy with us? If Ye Zi doesn’t go, it will be really boring for us to travel alone,” Jiang Huairen said, trying to enlist this strong ally.

“No time. I need to go to the Divine Ruins to find my clan’s Immortal Peach Tree,” the monkey had been pondering this matter.

The others gasped. The Divine Ruins were too sinister a place; even ancient Saints entered and couldn't get out. This monkey was too bold.

“Brother Ape, that’s too dangerous,” Ye Fan advised, “If you want to save someone, I can give you a sacred fruit.”

When they reached a secluded spot, Ye Fan took out a golden fruit, shaped like a tripod, and offered it to the monkey.

“An immortal medicine of the Divine Silkworm race!” The monkey was greatly astonished, sharp, blade-like light shooting from its golden eyes.

The supreme king of the Primordial Era, the Divine Silkworm's Nine Transformations, was invincible both in heaven and on earth. This was revealed by a Source Master, and now everyone in the world knew it.

“You recognize it?”

“Of course,” the monkey replied, its eyes glittering with golden light.

The immortal medicine of the Divine Silkworm clan, named the Nine Marvelous Immortal Medicine, matured only once every few thousand or even ten thousand years. It was ever-changing, different each time, with a cycle of growth producing nine distinct fruits.

Ye Fan finally understood why the immortal medicine in the Desolate Ancient Forbidden Zone produced nine different sacred fruits after its roots separated: it was named 'Nine Marvelous,' inherently possessing these nine forms.

“Are you saying that each of the great royal clans in the Primordial Era possessed an immortal medicine?” Ye Fan asked.

The monkey nodded, saying, “Almost. Before the Primordial Era, those several immortal medicines all had owners. Later, they likely fell into the hands of human Great Emperors, and eventually flew into the seven great life forbidden zones.”

“What is Emperor Wushi's immortal medicine? It seems to still be in Purple Mountain and hasn't flown away?” Ye Fan asked the Black Emperor unexpectedly.

“The Immortal Divine Phoenix Medicine,” the Black Emperor subconsciously blurted out these words, then immediately shut its mouth.

“This damned dog knows a lot…” Li Heishui mumbled.

“It seems there’s nothing it doesn’t know,” Jiang Huairen also said.

“It's actually this divine medicine, one of the best!” Even the monkey was greatly astonished, its eyes filled with extreme eagerness.

“Tsk, I knew monkeys were no good…” the big black dog muttered in an almost inaudible voice.

“Is the Immortal Divine Phoenix Medicine very special?” Ye Fan asked.

“Of course. It can grant rebirth, completely transforming one’s body. Its medicinal effects are among the best of the immortal medicines, far more than just extending lifespan,” the monkey said, ignoring the big black dog’s disrespect.

“Did you have a brother who also survived?” the big black dog gnashed its teeth.

“No. When the great calamity struck back then, it seemed only one uncle was far away in the Western Desert, and his fate is unknown,” the monkey sighed.

In the Primordial Era, the Battle Saint Ape clan usually had only two or three members. However, their bloodline was incredibly powerful, allowing them to intermarry with other races and continue the Saint Ape lineage.

“The kings of the Primordial Era are quickly reviving. I must find the ancient Immortal Peach Tree and bring it back, otherwise it might fall into the hands of other clans,” the monkey murmured to itself.

“After they revive, will they seize the immortal medicines?” Ye Fan and the others were greatly surprised.

“Most likely. After all, those once belonged to them, and they will probably regain control of them now,” the monkey nodded.

However, he also explained that not all Primordial races were vicious. Randomly killing innocents was the act of a minority of clans, and they were not necessarily irreconcilable with the human race.

“In the Primordial Era, there were also humans, though their numbers were scarce. They appeared weak, but they too produced invincible existences,” the monkey revealed this information.

“What? Humans existed as early as the Primordial Era…” Everyone was astonished.

“Brother Ape, what exactly happened in the Primordial Era? Why does it seem as if life on Earth was extinguished once?”

“Also, what’s the deal with these forbidden life zones like the Primordial Mine, Divine Ruins, Immortal Mountain, and Immortal Mausoleum?”

The monkey was undoubtedly a living fossil. As these questions arose, the others felt an urgent desire to uncover the truth, their minds buzzing with curiosity.

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