Beast Taming Clan: I Have a Jade Book Chapter 1044 - 727: Iron-Blooded Soul Search, Humiliating Inquire Spirit (Double - )

His secret artifacts and potent techniques possess the ability to temporarily alter memories. Should a soul search uncover them, it would be acceptable, but fabricating memories is also within his capabilities.

With a subtle gesture to his companions, he then extended his hand towards Ye Jingyun.

Ye Jingyun, who was at the mid-stage of Foundation Establishment, found himself utterly unable to resist, no matter his efforts.

The chasm between Nascent Soul and Foundation Establishment is simply insurmountable; even a casual Spiritual Energy Palm from a Nascent Soul cultivator would suffice.

"If you willingly dispel the soul ban today, and the Ye Family is proven to have no ties to the Beast Desolate Wasteland, I shall personally see justice served for your clan!" True Monarch Beihai's voice dripped with persuasive charm.

To lift a soul ban, locating the Clan Jade Book is sufficient.

However, in most circumstances, the Clan Jade Book remains elusive until all opposing cultivators are eradicated.

True Monarch Beihai's words were merely a ruse, his hands ceaselessly in motion.

"Beihai Old Demon, you overstep your bounds!" True Monarch Zi Ming unleashed a piercing finger technique, emanating violet light that resembled the finger of a divine being.

It was on the verge of shattering True Monarch Beihai's Spiritual Energy Palm.

Yet, True Monarch Qingling swiftly deployed the Cyan Lotus Seal, intercepting the formidable finger strike.

True Monarch Baiyu also held a defensive position at the forefront.

At that critical juncture, a Celestial Blade descended, cleaving True Monarch Beihai's Spiritual Energy Palm asunder with a single, decisive stroke.

"Pray tell, since when did Qinghe Sect ascend to the status of an Immortal Sect, to the point of interfering with the affiliated forces of other sects?" Tian Dao True Monarch stepped forward, and for a fleeting moment, everyone felt as though they were engulfed by the Celestial Blade World, besieged by phantom Spiritual Sabers.

Ye Jingyun and the others felt their very hair stand on end, though no one directly assailed them.

Even so, an immense pressure bore down upon them at that instant.

Tian Dao True Monarch, despite his appearance as a stout elder, exuded the aura of a grim reaper.

The lingering Sword Intent seemed to stretch on infinitely.

Although True Monarch Beihai was situated at the mid-stage of Nascent Soul, he was demonstrably outmatched by the seasoned Tian Dao True Monarch, also at the mid-stage of Nascent Soul.

Furthermore, his opponent wielded the Celestial Blade Nine Techniques, a legendary art that had once vanquished Outer Heaven Demons.

"Tian Dao Daoist, what is the meaning of this? I am merely executing the decrees of the Immortal Sect; you are the one in defiance!" True Monarch Beihai exhibited palpable apprehension in the presence of Tian Dao True Monarch.

In terms of lineage, he and True Monarch Qinghe belonged to the same generation; in terms of power, the latter was an experienced cultivator at the same mid-stage of Nascent Soul.

The most significant deterrent was the potential for Tian Dao True Monarch to engage in a mutually destructive duel.

Such an outcome would be exceedingly problematic, as Tian Dao True Monarch's sword techniques were known to consume vital essence and longevity, a price he was unwilling to pay.

After all, Tian Dao True Monarch already had a finite lifespan remaining, whereas he could still anticipate over a millennium of existence.

"Executing orders should still adhere to established protocols, such as employing the Spirit Inquiry Talisman and summoning all Ye Clan members for questioning. If the Beast Desolate Wasteland is indeed implicated, they should surrender the relevant treasures. How will you account for the absence of any exotic treasures found during your soul search?" Upon hearing this, True Monarch Beihai instinctively cast a glance towards True Monarch Zi Ming.

In his estimation, the Beast Desolate Wasteland harbored no hidden treasures, implying that the sought-after artifacts were likely in the possession of the Taiyi Sect.

He had indeed contemplated this possibility, as the Taiyi Sect displayed vestiges of Celestial Desolate inheritance, making the acquisition of legendary Spirit Treasures a distinct probability.

"Ye Jingyun, summon all members of the Ye Clan. This time, I shall personally erect the Spirit Inquiry Array!" True Monarch Zi Ming declared with authority.

Ye Jingyun appeared hesitant but eventually nodded and proceeded to relay the message.

The remaining fifty-odd individuals from Lingyun Peak congregated in the central plaza.

"Why are there only this many people?" True Monarch Beihai's expression darkened further.

Considering the Ye Family's status as a Purple Mansion Clan, even a newly established one, they should logically comprise two to three hundred members.

"True Monarch, our Ye Family discovered a Secret Realm within the Taihang Mountain Range and is currently investigating it. Furthermore, Patriarch Ye Jing Hu has achieved the pinnacle of Foundation Establishment and is journeying through the Yan Kingdom for mental cultivation!" Ye Jingyun addressed True Monarch Zi Ming directly, bypassing a response to True Monarch Beihai.

"Is his account truthful?" True Monarch Beihai, foregoing anger, turned to a mid-stage Qi Cultivation cultivator standing nearby.

True Monarch Beihai observed this and fell silent, his face growing gloomier.

"Continue to summon them!" True Monarch Zi Ming urged.

Ye Jingyun and the others then began summoning cultivators one by one.

Once all the cultivators were gathered at the plaza, True Monarch Baiyu spoke again:

"There are still quite a few people?" True Monarch Baiyu’s gaze fixated on the middle of Lingyun Peak.

Several individuals were still in seclusion there.

"Elder, these clan members are in seclusion to breakthrough, disturbing them now..." Ye Jingyun appeared troubled and also looked to True Monarch Zi Ming.

"A few individuals missing doesn’t matter..."

However, before the words were finished, True Monarch Baiyu suddenly took a step.

The entire peak rumbled, and the Arrays on the mountain were shattered, breaking to pieces as the Array Banners were shaken apart.

Several Ye Family cultivators woke up vomiting blood, and one even died outright.

Ye Xingqun’s face darkened, a sign of cultivation technique deviation and possession.

Ye Jingli couldn’t control himself anymore and wanted to rush forward.

But he was flicked away like a sandbag by the other’s finger.

After Ye Jingli fell, True Monarch Beihai finally spoke:

"Don’t rush, if it’s truly the Beast Desolate Wasteland, I will make sure you die swiftly!"

"I’ll summon them!" Ye Jingyun, filled with humiliation and anger, bit his lip and transmitted messages to Ye Xingqun and others.

Once all Lingyun Peak cultivators were at the plaza.

True Monarch Zi Ming then set up the Spirit Inquiry Array.

"Tian Dao Daoist is the eldest, so let him question first!" True Monarch Beihai, out of character, looked at Tian Dao True Monarch, seemingly eager to know his intention.

"Hmm!" Tian Dao True Monarch remained expressionless, directly looking at Ye Jingyun.

"Which lineage does your Ye Family come from?"

"Elder Tian Dao, this junior belongs to the Jing Generation under Jing Yun. Before the Jing Generation, there were the Generations Qi, Sheng, Xue, Hai, Star, established by Ancestor Qishan. Each generation spans over forty years, and Ancestor Qishan was a famous loose cultivator in the Yan Kingdom in his early years..." Ye Jingyun spoke without a hitch.

The Eight Desolates Sect was exterminated seven or eight hundred years ago, and the Ye Family’s generations only reach back three hundred years, clearly not matching.

With Ye Jingyun’s answer, Tian Dao True Monarch asked no further questions.

Since the outer Spirit Inquiry Talismans remained inactive.

"Before this, did you ever use a soul ban to seal memories?" This time True Monarch Beihai questioned Ye Jingli.

Evidently, he noticed Ye Jingli’s impulsiveness.

"Is there even a way to seal memories in this world?" Ye Jingli appeared puzzled, but soon recalled True Monarch Beihai’s deeds and replied angrily.

"Disturbing someone’s seclusion, I too hope for such a day for you!"

True Monarch Beihai showed no concern for Ye Jingli’s insults and looked again at Ye Xingqun.

"Has the Ye Family ever had hidden forces, or rare Purple Mansion or Golden Core cultivators?"

Ye Xingqun had also taken a Forget Dust Pill and had no memories of the Inner Hall of the Ye Family. At this moment, his memories were similar to the Ye Family’s Outer Hall cultivators, so he naturally shook his head.

"No, currently the Ye Family has only one Purple Mansion. Originally, my elder was in the Purple Mansion, but was killed by the Jin and Kong Families’ Purple Mansion members!" Ye Xingqun’s face also showed anger and helplessness.

"Alright, we’ve questioned enough." True Monarch Zi Ming said.

True Monarch Baiyu interrupted directly.

"If memory alterations can’t reveal the truth, just ask how many cultivators were on Lingyun Peak that day and what they were doing. Verify with everyone present, as altered memories usually target key information, while simple memories might be changed to something else."

"Surely, as cultivators, we should remember how many people are on Lingyun Peak. If not, it only means that some figures have been erased in secret, doesn’t it?" True Monarch Baiyu articulated each word.

Even making True Monarch Zi Ming and Tian Dao True Monarch’s expressions change.

"Beihai Daoist, you decide the date and distinguish between the core and non-core cultivators of the Ye Family, then tally the numbers and the specific events will become clear!"

"For instance, if someone’s memory states that Ye Jingyun was discussing matters with others and activated an Isolation Array, but Ye Jingyun’s memory shows he was in seclusion..."

"Exactly!" True Monarch Beihai exclaimed excitedly.