The Quest for Immortality Chapter 2401: Barbaric Wilderness Ancient Array

"Ancient Wilderness Text... how can I learn it?"

Where would I find instruction? Who would possibly teach me?

Mo Hua's brow furrowed, his contemplation lasting a considerable time, yet yielding no answers.

Mr. Tu would surely know.

If Mr. Tu were still alive, and I were still under his tutelage within the Blood Sacrifice Array, working for him, and our relationship was in a more amicable phase, perhaps I could have subtly inquired about the Ancient Wilderness Text.

However, the unfortunate reality is that Mr. Tu has already met his end.

This avenue of inquiry has been fundamentally extinguished.

Mo Hua once more pressed the Bone Scroll against his forehead, attempting to glean its contents, but remained as perplexed as before.

Without a structured inheritance to study, discerning the mindset of the ancient tribal peoples of the Great Wilderness who created and recorded such texts is an impossible task.

Furthermore, the Bone Scroll contains only cryptic ancient script, devoid of any Formation Diagrams or patterns.

The whereabouts of the so-called Ancient Wilderness Formation Map remain unknown.

In this state of uncertainty, Mo Hua hesitated to act rashly, fearing that his Divine Thought might be too potent and his actions too forceful, potentially causing irreparable damage to the Bone Scroll.

The situation had reached a frustrating impasse.

"Perhaps I could consult Elder Master Xun?"

Mo Hua mused inwardly.

Yet, over the subsequent days, Elder Master Xun appeared occupied with significant matters and was not seen.

Mo Hua found himself confined, unable to venture out, left only to clutch the Bone Scroll and stare into space.

Approximately five days later, Elder Master Xun finally visited Mo Hua. He examined Mo Hua’s injuries, noting the considerable improvement in his complexion, the clarity in his eyes, and the stability of his Life Chart, offering a slight nod of approval.

However, Elder Master Xun’s brow remained furrowed, and he appeared weary.

Witnessing this, a thought flashed through Mo Hua’s mind, prompting him to inquire, "Master, are you perhaps occupied with matters concerning the Blood Sacrifice Array?"

Elder Master Xun paused briefly, initially disinclined to elaborate. But then, he considered how young Mo Hua was, yet entangled in numerous critical affairs, and closely connected to him. Perhaps sharing some insights would not be detrimental.

Elder Master Xun nodded, letting out a soft sigh. "The Blood Sacrifice Array has indeed brought about a significant catastrophe. Although the immediate crisis has been averted, the damage sustained is immense, and there remains a vast amount of post-event work to be completed..."

"The fallen cultivators must be properly interred, their bodies cremated to prevent the spread of plagues or the horrifying transformation into Corpse Amulets."

"The officials of the Taoist Court, members of aristocratic families, and disciples of various Sects who perished in the conflict also require appeasement measures."

"Areas tainted by Evil Qi and Blood Qi necessitate purification."

"Mountains that have collapsed, been distorted, or utterly annihilated must be painstakingly reconstructed."

"City fortifications damaged by formations require repair, and countless displaced Loose Cultivators need housing and resettlement..."

Acts of killing and destruction, while crude, are often executed with relative ease.

Conversely, the meticulous process of rebuilding after devastation, providing sanctuary for the dispossessed, and enabling the populace to resume their lives – these seemingly mundane tasks are infinitely more intricate and demanding.

Moreover, they invariably demand a substantial expenditure of Spirit Stones.

Observing Mo Hua's contemplative frown, Elder Master Xun offered reassurance, "You need not concern yourself with these burdens. The contributions you have already made are sufficient, your virtue is immense..."

Of course, his contribution to the killing was also profound, Elder Master Xun silently acknowledged.

Elder Master Xun continued with his advice to Mo Hua:

"Your sole responsibility now is to exercise discretion and ensure that your actions remain undisclosed, thereby safeguarding yourself from potential calamity."

"Will I not then be suspected?" Mo Hua questioned.

Elder Master Xun replied, "In this world, countless powerful and enigmatic individuals operate from the shadows. As long as you do not draw undue attention to yourself, the blame for peculiar occurrences will undoubtedly fall upon others."

It is possible that this cataclysm involving the Blood Sacrifice in the Wild Heavens was, in fact, orchestrated by other unknown, potent entities.

It's simply that everyone involved was too close to the situation to perceive the larger machinations.

Elder Master Xun harbored a premonition regarding this very possibility.

Even Mo Hua had a faint sense of it.

"Hmm," Mo Hua affirmed with a nod. Suddenly, a new thought surfaced, "Speaking of which, Elder Master Xun, what is the status of the Sword Discussion Conference?"

"Did our Taixu Gate emerge victorious?"

Elder Master Xun was about to respond when his gaze unexpectedly settled upon Mo Hua. He countered with a question, "This matter... based on your original assessment, how did you anticipate it would unfold?"

Mo Hua blinked in surprise, "You wish for me to elaborate?"

Elder Master Xun nodded, "Please, speak first."

Meeting Elder Master Xun’s placid gaze, Mo Hua began his explanation, "At that juncture, when I unleashed my sword strike, several potential outcomes were conceivable."

"Firstly, it could have utterly annihilated Shen Linsu and their manifested Divine Thoughts, thereby ending their lives."

"However, this particular scenario is highly improbable, given their possession of an Eternal Life Rune."

"Therefore, it is most likely that this strike only served to shatter their Eternal Life Rune."