In the future, Earth becomes a relic of the mythical era.

Chapter 268, "The Great Thousand Furnace Diagram"!
"Greetings, Patriarch Chen."

Ying Tu stepped into the Chen family's luxurious reception room and said casually.

Although he was bowing, anyone could tell from his expression that he didn't have much respect for the "Number One Person in Leizhou," who was renowned throughout the region.

Chen Yuntao, however, acted as if he knew nothing and said enthusiastically, "I have long heard that the Southern Black Bird is awe-inspiring in the Federation. Back then, when the 'Mountains and Seas Knocked on the Gate,' if it weren't for the Black Bird Army fighting bloody battles to protect the Southern Heavenly Gate, the Federation would probably have been plunged into dire straits."

Shadow Slayer simply said, "It's just my duty."

The Battle of Nantianmen was a glorious moment for the Federation, an epic spectacle.

But for the soldiers who experienced it firsthand, it was a nightmare and pain woven together by death, hatred, grief, and iron-bloodedness.

No one would use nightmares and pain to define themselves.

Chen Yuntao obviously knew this, so he didn't say anything more about it.

"I understand General Jin's meaning, but..."

Seeing his hesitation, Ying Tu frowned: "Patriarch Chen, my general is not going to take the Chen family's things for nothing. If Patriarch Chen is willing to grant our request, the general will surely repay us in the future."

"Could it be that Patriarch Chen thinks my general is not trustworthy?"

Chen Yuntao was also somewhat familiar with General Jin's style.

If he agrees, it's a favor, a matter of dignity.

If you don't agree, then I'm afraid I'll have to help you save face.

The other side was clearly trying to be polite first, then resorting to force.

Even the powerful and influential Nanli Star was turned upside down by her, alarming the Central Star.

Those powerful figures joined forces, and it must have cost them a great deal, to finally drive her out and exile her here.

The Chen family may be powerful in their small territory of Leizhou, but compared to this man, they are truly no match.

"The Shadow Slayer brothers have misunderstood,"

Chen Yuntao waved his hand calmly: "General Jin has made great contributions to the Federation and its people. Since it is something General Jin wants, how could I refuse?"

"But Brother Ying Tu has been in Leizhou for some time now, hasn't he? He should have heard that my Chen family and the Xie family have quite a history,"

"Mr. Xie has two sons. One is my adopted son whom I regard as my own, and the other... is also my daughter's childhood sweetheart, with whom she has a deep bond."

“My daughter is also an extrovert. She’s argued with me countless times because of her Ling-gege (older brother Ling), and she’s willing to give away all the family’s wealth.”

"Well, I just couldn't refuse her, so I gave her the entire fortune of the Chen family. Let her give it to whomever she wants; I'm too lazy to interfere in the affairs of these young people!"

"Brother Shadow Slayer is a step too late!"

Ying Tu raised an eyebrow: "Patriarch Chen, you're not joking, are you?"

Chen Yuntao looked troubled: "By now, my daughter should have already taken the things to present to her brother Ling. Brother Yingtu might as well go back and check."

Ying Tu took a deep breath: "In that case, I won't disturb Patriarch Chen any longer. Farewell!"

"Zhongtang, see Brother Yingtu off."

Chen Yuntao said with a smile.

As Ying Tu walked out of the Chen family manor, a hint of confusion appeared in his eyes.

He had no doubts about Chen Yuntao's words.

This kind of lie is meaningless.

But in this case... does this mean I've completed my mission?
Shadow Slayer was confused.

His mission was to retrieve the Chen family's "Cloud and Thunder Heavenly Drum Sacrifice Picture" and deliver it to Xie Lingxin.

The item should have been delivered, but it wasn't delivered by him...

Chen Yuntao, that old fox...

That was a brilliant move.

He managed to save both his face and his reputation.

However, the Chen family's daughter... who once received the title of "Number One in the World"?

To earn this title, one must be no ordinary person.

He's young, so his future might not be much worse than that of a general.

Such a person should be worthy of being the future leader of the Black Bird Army, right?
Surely the general won't be angry now.
Yes, that's right, that's it!
……

Xie Lingxin did indeed obtain the "Cloud and Thunder Heavenly Drum Sacrifice Picture".

He had just returned from the Nanhe Club when Chen Jinxin came to present his treasure.

Not only is there the "Cloud and Thunder Heavenly Drum Sacrifice Picture", but there is also the "Calamus of Calamity and Purgatory Compassion Picture"!
It was personally delivered by Han Shanhu, who had just had his arm reattached.

Only then did he realize that the two things Ying Tu had mentioned he was going to retrieve were the Chen family's Cloud Thunder and the Guanyin Temple's Calamity Fire!

Han Shanhu delivered the item, only saying that he was ordered by Jin Su to retrieve it from Guanyin Temple.

He glanced at Chen Jinxin again and then left.

Xie Lingxin just thought it was incredibly awesome.

Is Guanyin Temple your home? You think you can just take it as you please? And it's their most prized possession.

If it weren't for Chen Jinxin's arrival, Ying Tu would probably have taken the painting from the Chen family.
Chen Jinxin exclaimed happily, "Brother Ling, this is wonderful! With the Cloud Thunder of my Chen family, the Calamity Fire of Guanyin Temple, and the Wudang Yin Thunder you cultivate!"

"You'll have the chance to recreate the 'Great Thousand Furnace Painting'!"

"Once you master the Great Thousand Furnace, your innate talent will definitely advance!"

Xie Lingxin held a scroll in one hand, her mind still wandering.

Jin Su had indeed paved the way long ago, just waiting for him to walk up step by step, and then feeding him bite by bite...

And Chen Jinxin...

Xie Lingxin looked up at the face full of collagen, which was radiating genuine joy, as if she was even happier than Xie Lingxin herself.

Am I going too far by being a kept man...?

I really don't want to be a kept man, why are you all forcing me to do this!

"The Great Thousand-Year Furnace Painting? What is that?"

Xie Lingxin immediately put on a worthless smile.

Holding the two pictures in one arm and wrapping her other arm around Chen Jinxin's arm, she coaxed her to sit down on the sofa.

Chen Jinxin enjoyed his "feigned concern" and smiled, saying, "Little Lingzi, I want some water."

"okay!"

Xie Lingxin quickly brought over a glass of water: "Princess, please have some water!" "Mmm, good girl~"

The two shamelessly engaged in role-playing.

Now we finally get to the point.

"This is the foundational treasure of the Celestial Palace!"

Chen Jin thought to himself, "Ever since the 'Immortals and Gods' conflict, the Immortal Palace has been torn apart, and its members, along with the 'Great Thousand Furnace Painting,' have been scattered or lost."

"It is said that the 'Great Thousand Furnace Diagram' can not only enhance a person's innate potential, but also refine calamity energy for one's own use. It is a truly supreme treasure!"

Xie Lingxin asked with some doubt, "How could something so important..."

Bai Ruhui had previously told him some secrets of the Immortal Palace, and he knew that the Chen family, Wudang, and Guanyin Temple were all remnants of several lineages that had left the Immortal Palace back then.

Even so, given the current size of these three companies, they are nothing in the Federation.

If we have such a treasure, how can we protect it?
"It seems Brother Ling already knows the origins of the three clans in Leizhou,"

Chen Jinxin was quick-witted. Seeing that Xie Lingxin didn't ask anything else but only this point, he knew that Xie Lingxin already had some understanding of the origins of the three lineages.

"Actually, this secret is known to very few people outside of our three lineages, even within the Immortal Palace,"

"Back then, quite a few lineages left the Celestial Palace, and the Celestial Palace's legacy was also dismantled and fragmented,"

"Everyone knows that the foundation of the Celestial Palace may very well be hidden here, but no one has ever actually found it,"

"I've heard that General Jin has a very deep connection with Wudang in Nanhe, and he probably learned about it from Wudang."

"The merging of the three streams has always been my father's lifelong pursuit, but if it were that easy, the Immortal Palace would not have split up back then."

Chen Jinxin looked at Xie Lingxin: "However, from now on, this wish can be fulfilled by you, Brother Ling!"

In fact, she knew very well that if there was anyone in this world who could unite the three lineages, it was neither her father nor anyone from the three lineages.

Even General Jin couldn't have done it.

The use of power and force to oppress has already happened in the Celestial Palace back then, and it has continued to happen over the years.

The result is nothing more than repeated mutual destruction.

Xie Lingxin, however, was different.

Firstly, his appearance coincided with the time when the three meridians were already extremely weak.

Secondly, he is very "clean".

It was precisely because he was "clean" that all three factions could see hope in him.

He had deep connections with both the Chen family and Wudang.

Be willing to go all out and take a gamble on him.

The appearance of General Jin merely facilitated this process.

Thirdly, he himself is certainly worth a shot.

A six-fold mind under the age of 18.

It's very possible that he can achieve the title level before the age of 20!

If that day ever comes, he will be one of the youngest title holders in the entire Federation!

The only thing she didn't quite understand was the attitude of Guanyin Temple.

Logically speaking, Brother Ling has no connection whatsoever with Guanyin Temple, let alone any prior relationship.

Why did they so easily surrender the calamity?
"Brother Ling, do you know anyone from Guanyin Temple?"

Chen Jinxin was puzzled, so he asked.

Xie Lingxin was taken aback: "Huh? Why do you say that?"

Chen Jin thought to himself, "Those eminent monks of Guanyin Temple, although they are indeed compassionate, are also the most... difficult to deal with. Since it concerns the inheritance of their lineage, it is unlikely that they would give up their family's foundation so easily."

Upon hearing this, Xie Lingxin inexplicably recalled the Master Shuiyue she had encountered when she went to Guanyin Temple to seek offerings...

Do you know Master Shuiyue?

It was just a casual question, but Chen Jinxin's eyes widened suddenly: "Master Shuiyue?!"

"You know?"

Chen Jinxin's expression was a little strange: "Brother Ling, do you know when my father started being called the number one person in Leizhou?"

Xie Lingxin shook her head.

"It started after the mysterious disappearance of this Master Shuiyue."

Chen Jinxin's words stunned him, and then he felt a chill run down his spine.

Suppressing his surprise and doubt: "Missing? When did he disappear?"

Chen Jin thought to himself, "It's been many years. I don't know the exact number, but it should have disappeared before I was born."

Xie Lingxin's hair stood on end.

Who was it that I met back then?
Unable to resist, he took out his phone and called Liu Sanxian directly, asking her to come over five times.

Liu Sanxian was puzzled, but he soon appeared in the small villa.

"Alright, stop looking. There'll be plenty of time to look later."

He pulled Liu Sanxian, who was wandering around, back with him.

Do you remember what happened at Guanyin Temple before?

Liu Sanxian thought for a moment: "I remember, so what?"

Xie Ling thought to herself, "I was talking to an old monk in the main hall at the time, you really didn't see that?"

Qu Yuzhen was also there at that time, and she clearly said that she wanted to see Master Shuiyue.

Shuiyue was standing right next to him at that time.

But when he asked Liu Sanxian, he said he only saw a little monk.

Liu Sanxian blinked: "Old monk? No, you only had a young monk with you at the time, didn't you ask me?"

Xie Lingxin couldn't help but scratch her head with both hands; it was numb and itchy!
That's really true...

At that time, he only thought that Master Shuiyue had used some kind of method to make him invisible to everyone except his own people.

But why did Chen Jinxin say he was missing?

(End of this chapter)