High Martial Arts: I Awaken a Low-Tier Martial System Chapter 803 - 404: Chaotic Creation Divine Lotus! Generous Rewards (Triple Combo)

This??

"Senior, the esteemed master you made mention of, are you referring to the progenitor of the Bai Race?" Jiang Ye found himself compelled to inquire.

"The progenitor of the Bai Race?"

A momentary pause ensued from the ancient voice, followed by an affirmation, "You may interpret it as such."

"My master was once a Venerable, a being who commanded the might of six directions and the power of eight domains. Her renowned title echoes through the annals of history, representing the absolute pinnacle of this star domain."

Jiang Ye’s breath hitched.

From the hints provided by the other party, it seemed highly probable that the ancestor of the Bai Race was an existence of immense significance and grandeur!

Abruptly.

"Jiang Ye, you must ask him," Bai Gui’s voice suddenly interjected, "if the distinguished title of the Bai Race’s ancestor is ’Venerable Fei Long’."

Jiang Ye experienced a slight jolt of surprise; did Bai Gui possess this knowledge?

Could it be?

In a fleeting moment, myriad thoughts raced through Jiang Ye’s mind, yet his outward composure remained perfectly intact.

"Senior, the individual you spoke of, is it Venerable Fei Long?" Jiang Ye inquired, clasping his hands respectfully.

"You are aware?"

The ancient voice conveyed a hint of astonishment, which swiftly melted into comprehension. "Indeed, even after ten thousand years, my master’s name still resonates in the world...

Whoosh~

At this precise juncture, the fabric of the void rippled, and a solitary white figure gradually materialized, a long sword resting upon his back.

It was Bai Gui.

"Holy Stele, it has been an age." Bai Gui descended with an air of elegance, a smile gracing his lips.

"...

"The ancient voice remained silent for a brief interval, then responded with palpable surprise, "Bai Gui? How is it that you are here?"

"He is the successor of civilization that I have chosen." Bai Gui stated, a smile playing on his lips. "Across the vast expanse of time, he is the sole individual I have held in high regard."

"I comprehend...

"It is no wonder then, that this young fellow’s fortune is so exceptionally remarkable," the ancient voice mused slowly. "Thus, it is you who has selected him as the successor, which now clarifies matters."

Standing nearby.

Witnessing this exchange, Jiang Ye could not refrain from posing a question in a hushed tone, "Bai Gui, could this senior also be affiliated with the White Dragon Civilization?"

"Precisely."

"Its designation is ’Holy Stele,’ the very essence of Venerable Fei Long’s treasured artifact." Bai Gui remarked with a touch of emotion. "I personally bore witness to the Holy Stele’s destruction during that cataclysmic battle. I never anticipated encountering it again in this place."

"The Holy Stele was indeed annihilated," the ancient voice confirmed. "I am merely a residual echo of the ’Holy Stele,’ a fragment left behind by my master through profound ancient techniques, no longer possessing the faculties of a living entity."

"I am aware."

Bai Gui let out a soft sigh. "You are unable to even manifest a physical form?"

"That is correct," the ancient voice stated with somber finality. "My designation is no longer the Holy Stele; to sever all ties, I have adopted the new name of the ’Dao Stele’."

At this moment, Jiang Ye grasped the situation entirely.

It was clear why Bai Gui had not recognized it earlier.

The intention was to sever all karmic connections and assume a new identity.

"Senior."

"Does Venerable Fei Long have any association with the current Bai Race of the Huanglong Civilization?" Jiang Ye inquired, driven by curiosity.

"The Huanglong Bai Race represents the lineage that my master established." The ancient voice responded in a low tone.

"Jiang Ye."

"Venerable Fei Long was a formidable cultivator within the Fourth Realm of Divinity," Bai Gui transmitted telepathically. "And in that era, she served as one of the grand generals under my master’s command."

"So, it would seem."

"This Huanglong Civilization was likely the Yellow Dragon Civilization that existed under the dominion of the White Dragon Civilization back then," Bai Gui elaborated. "However, it is regrettable that perhaps only the Bai Race now remains."

Jiang Ye remained in thoughtful silence.

He was already aware that the Yellow Dragon Civilization had faced utter ruin millennia ago.

To have managed to preserve even a single ancestral line was a stroke of considerable fortune.

At this juncture.

"Bai Gui," the ancient voice commenced, "although he is the chosen successor of civilization, I regret that I cannot bestow the Dao Stele upon him."

"Is this due to his lack of Star Talent?" Bai Gui inquired.

"Precisely."

"As per the directives left by my master," the ancient voice articulated, "unless an individual possesses Star Talent or can achieve enlightenment across three profound realms of law within a span of three hundred days, the Dao Stele is forbidden from being passed on."

Upon hearing these stipulations, Bai Gui fell into a period of silent contemplation.

"Very well."

"Jiang Ye," Bai Gui addressed him directly, "the Holy Stele currently lacks sapience and operates strictly according to established protocols; therefore, we cannot compel its compliance."

"I understand."

Although a sense of disappointment washed over Jiang Ye, he could only offer a nod of acceptance.

"The Holy Stele’s adherence to its directive is, in fact, for your own benefit," Bai Gui stated with grave sincerity. "Venerable Fei Long, in her time, vanquished a multitude of adversaries, thereby accumulating a vast number of sworn enemies."

"The karmic entanglement associated with the Dao Stele is exceedingly profound."

"Should you accept it, formidable adversaries might pursue you," Bai Gui stated with utmost seriousness.

Jiang Ye couldn't help but hold his breath, realizing he hadn't truly considered this possibility.

"Could it be that only an individual possessing Star Talent or the extraordinary senior he mentioned can shoulder such karmic consequences?" Jiang Ye inquired, his voice tinged with uncertainty.

"That is correct," Bai Gui confirmed with a nod.

"As you stand now, you are indeed exceptional."

"However, it's still insufficient," Bai Gui continued. "Bestowing the Dao Stele upon you would ultimately prove detrimental."

"I understand," Jiang Ye replied, nodding. He finally relinquished the notion of claiming the Dao Stele for himself, acknowledging the wisdom in the warning.

After all, he had no desire to attract a multitude of powerful enemies unnecessarily.

"While I cannot grant you the Dao Stele,"

"given that you have successfully overcome the ultimate trial, I am permitted to offer other rewards," the ancient voice resonated.

Other rewards? Jiang Ye's eyes widened with a renewed spark of hope.

"I can bestow upon you three opportunities."

"Now, feel free to voice your requests to me," the ancient voice instructed. "Provided they fall within a reasonable scope, I shall grant them."

Within a reasonable scope?

For a brief moment, Jiang Ye fell into deep thought, contemplating what he lacked the most at this very juncture.

"Senior."

"I require treasures that can continuously aid me in refining my profound mysteries and techniques," Jiang Ye declared with solemnity.

"Hehe..." The ancient voice couldn't help but chuckle. "You audacious little one, you truly dare to ask for such things."

A treasure that continually assists in enhancing mysteries and techniques?

Wasn't that precisely what the Dao Stele offered?

However, as previously stipulated by the rules, the Dao Stele could not be directly given to Jiang Ye.

Therefore, Jiang Ye took a metaphorical step back, exploring the possibility of obtaining a similarly potent supreme treasure.

"In this vast world, numerous treasures exist that can aid in the enhancement of mysteries and techniques," the ancient voice explained. "However, those capable of providing continuous assistance in their refinement are exceedingly rare."