He had always suspected that Earth harbored a history of Ancient Cultivation, whether it was Flood Dragon Valley or Death Forest, various signs were all indicating that his guess existed.
Although the scene presented by the Immortal Jiu Xian only depicted a small Cultivation Sect, which perhaps couldn't even be considered a sect on Cultivation planets, it truly possessed the tradition of a Cultivation Sect. From the scene, one could see traces of Arrays, the Mountain Protection Array, Illusion Array Formation, etc., were all present.
"We of Star Palace aren't considered a large sect, quite the contrary, we are a smaller than small sect, now residing temporarily in Shan Province. However, our sect has a long history and is skilled in astrology and divination. I have seen some records in the scrolls inside the palace gate." "It is rumored that originally, there was no concept of cultivation on Earth, but a thousand years ago, alien visitors left their teachings on Earth, which were then carried on. According to the records, at that time, there were youngsters who broke through to the Golden Core at the age of twenty and roamed the universe, and some great powers even managed to consume oceans in one breath, something unheard of and unseen."
"Mr. Lin, to reach such accomplishments at such a young age, if not an Outer Heaven Flying Immortal, then what?" Jiu Xian spoke, turning his head with a slight smile, his gaze unwaveringly fixed on Lin Mo.
Lin Mo, although his facial expression did not change much at the moment, was surprisingly thought by someone as from a Cultivation planet.
"Master Jiu Xian, you jest, I am merely an ordinary person who happens to have had some unusual encounters," said Lin Mo indifferently.
The Immortal Jiu Xian looked at him, frowning slightly.
It seemed that Immortal Jiu Xian did not wish to dwell on this matter, and soon said, "I don't have much time left, but according to the records in the Star Palace, those powerful sects and immortals had departed from Earth thousands of years ago. However, those that didn't leave fractionated into multiple hidden sects."
"Hmm, there seems to be a sect called Snow God Palace?" Lin Mo asked nonchalantly.
Jiu Xian chuckled, "That matter, you can later check in the Star Palace archives, but what I need to say is that the Heavenly Road might need to be reopened. Those hidden cultivation sects in the mundane world are also stirring, and Star Palace is too weak. If not protected, the sect might easily be taken over by others. You must know that now Earth's Spiritual Energy is scarce, and places blessed for cultivation have become scarce resources."
"You're looking for me because?" Lin Mo asked, frowning suspiciously.
"Exactly, I want you to be the next Palace Master of Star Palace and help me guard the Star Sect," said the Immortal Jiu Xian openly.
"Why should I help you?"
Lin Mo was no saint; he had many matters of his own to handle and no time to concern himself with the affairs of others.
"Do not rush to reject my request. I know you want to understand the Cultivation Sects on Earth. Becoming the Palace Master of Star Palace is your best choice, and you can also access all the materials and records in the Star Palace. The records squeeze in, Heavenly Road is the path leading to the cosmos..." Jiu Xian said, coughing twice.
These secrets, upon reaching the ears of Yingzi and Lu Xing, left the two women utterly astounded. Regardless of being Magic Users, Martial Artists, or Superpower Users, although possessing abilities beyond ordinary people, they are still mortals.
Actual Immortals roam the cosmos, explore the secrets of the universe, and pursue the supreme path of eternal life, becoming true 'Immortals' that overlook the world.
Unimaginable that immortals once existed on Earth, and there was indeed a true path of seeking immortality, the two women were incredibly shocked.
Lu Xing bit her lip; Master hadn't even told her these things, and what's most important was that Master was planning to pass the position of Palace Master of Star Palace to Lin Mo?
Lin Mo remained silent for a while; the large sects that existed on Earth in the past, great Cultivation powers had left Earth, probably due to the depletion of Earth's Spiritual Energy, leaving behind those who lacked the strength to ascend.
"Okay, I agree," Lin Mo responded.
After all, his main concern now was how to obtain more Cultivation Resources and pursue strength. Lin Mo always had a vivid interest in cultivation, even if he was unrivaled on Earth, his Dao Heart toward cultivation would remain unchanged.
"Good, Lu Xing, from today on, you will follow Mr. Lin," Jiu Xian said looking at Lu Xing, his turbid eyes filled with affection.
"Master... I wanted to always follow Master," Lu Xing's eyes hot with emotion.
After the Immortal Jiuxian had spoken, his figure began to turn somewhat ethereal, then transformed into specks of starlight, gathering into the array behind the stars. Soon after, a black wooden box appeared. All the starlight flowed backward into the wooden box like grains of sand.
Lin Mo sighed deeply. The Immortal Jiuxian had been dead for some time, reluctantly resisting the inevitable just to live a few additional months. Now that he had settled all his matters, he naturally turned into starlight and departed.
"Master..."
Lu Xing kneeled on the ground with a thump, tears falling like broken strings. "The dead cannot be brought back to life. Tidy up your master's things well. Tomorrow, we'll return to Shan Province and give your master a proper burial. Perhaps returning to the roots is the best resting place for him," Lin Mo said solemnly.
The sun set, and the moon rose.
The moon set, and the sun rose.
Lin Mo, Yingzi, and Lu Xing left Hong Kong, taking a plane then a train to Anxi City.
This city was an ancient cultural capital with a profound humanistic background, a newly rising first-tier city and a tourist destination.
However, the three of them did not stay within the city. Instead, they headed towards a remote area. In half a day, they had left the bustling city behind, where there were no cars, no pedestrians, no roads, but they entered into a mountain range.
This mountain range was a branch of the Qinling Mountain Range. Since it was not part of a tourist route and was undeveloped, it was practically deserted, without any man-made paths. The mountains were densely overgrown with trees and thorns, making it nearly impossible to walk through.
Seeing that there was no one around, Lin Mo formed a spell, enveloping the three of them with Spiritual Energy, and flew directly into the mountains, heading towards a not-too-tall peak.
"Actually, I've never been back to the Star Palace, but based on the location given by Master, it should be around here," Lu Xing said, frowning slightly as he flew.
Lin Mo spread his Divine Sense, covering half of the mountain range. He quickly sensed an energy fluctuation in one area.
Speeding up, they flew towards it and found a cliff.
Looking up, the entire mountain range undulated. Without noticing, it was lush and green like a sea, the air mixed with a faint scent of vegetation.
"The scenery here is truly beautiful," Yingzi said, her cheeks flushed and her dark eyes shining with excitement.
"But master, it seems like there is nothing here," Yingzi furrowed her brows, a bit puzzled.
All around were mountains and trees, and occasionally a few birds swept across the sky, but she couldn't see where the Star Palace was!
"Lu Xing, take out the token your master gave you," Lin Mo turned his head, looking at Lu Xing.
"Okay."
Lu Xing nodded and carefully took out a Green Wood Token, handing it to Lin Mo, "Master said that if we are near the mountain gate, take out the Green Wood Token, and it should open the path to the Star Palace."
Lin Mo infused the green wooden token with Spiritual Energy. The token emitted a green light, like fireflies in the night, buzzing softly. Suddenly, it flew out of his hand and into the distant sky, then solidified in the air.
Yingzi and Lu Xing both widened their eyes, watching as the Green Wood Token rotated, patterns like water ripples appearing in the air, quickly unfolding like a scroll to reveal its true contents.
Inside stood a tower, courtyard, wooden houses, approximately covering an area of fifty li with buildings.
"Is this the Star Palace Sect?" Yingzi widened her eyes in disbelief, her face showing astonishment; to think that in the depths of the mountains and modern society, there actually existed a real Sect.
This kind of Sect was even more mysterious than those Martial Arts Sects.
"Let's go inside," Lin Mo said, forming a spell, and the three of them flew directly towards the main gate.