Chapter 982: What Secret Lies Hidden
The white-haired elder glanced at his hand, a clear cry resounding throughout the entire mountain peak, as two white cranes carrying a piece of Qingzhu flew in from the sky, slowly landing in front of the elder.
"Alright, you two go play now." The silver-haired elder took the Qingzhu pipe and waved them off.
Chirp!
The two white cranes nodded, flying towards the sky together.
The silver-haired elder gestured again, and two translucent jade-like cups appeared on the stone table.
"Try the wine I brewed." The silver-haired elder smiled as he poured the transparent liquid, like jadescent nectar, from the bamboo pipe into the cups, releasing an intoxicating fragrance that permeated the air.
"Try it." The silver-haired elder said with a smile.
"Thank you, senior." Lin Mo picked up the wine cup and took a light sip.
The sweetness flowed down his throat, transforming into gentle energy that filled his whole body, making him feel light all over with an indescribable sensation.
"Not bad, right?" The silver-haired elder, seeing Lin Mo's expression, revealed a slightly proud smile.
"Jadescent Nectar." Lin Mo exclaimed in surprise.
"Senior, who exactly are you?" Lin Mo put down the jade cup, his face full of confusion.
"Alright, I know you have a lot of questions. I'll tell you now, I am the only Golden Core Stage cultivator on Earth." The silver-haired elder said, "You can call me the Mystic Realm Envoy."
"Mystic Realm Envoy?"
"Yes, I am the last envoy left on Earth from the Mystic Realm Sect. As you know, spiritual energy on Earth is beginning to revive now. I believe it won't be long before the situation on Earth changes, and those hidden ancient sects and forces will also emerge." The silver-haired elder said casually, as if all of this was within his expectations.
"Mystic Realm Sect?" Lin Mo furrowed his brows. From the elder's words, it seemed this Mystic Realm Sect was a super large sect, and Earth was just one of the many cultivation planets under its control.
"Ever since spiritual energy began to wither on Earth thousands of years ago, many sect experts have already left Earth, although some sparks were left behind. Unexpectedly in this era, Earth's spiritual energy is starting to revive." The silver-haired elder said slowly.
"As the Mystic Realm Sect's servant, I have always stayed on Earth. However, due to the scarcity of spiritual energy, I usually remain within this secret realm. You've reached the Innate stage in just five short years on Earth, a rare talent, truly a genius among geniuses." Lin Mo said, "Senior, you're too kind, I'm unworthy."
"Haha, modest yet not arrogant, truly commendable. You should know that the Cultivation World is full of geniuses, like cows in a herd. Compared to those geniuses, you may not stand out, but as a seed favored by our Mystic Realm Sect, you still need to strive hard and fight to enter our Mystic Realm Sect for cultivation." The silver-haired elder said.
"Of course, if you don't want to enter our Mystic Realm Sect for cultivation, that's fine too." The silver-haired elder added.
Lin Mo still feigned a look of confusion, now finally understanding.
Why ancient ruins appeared on Earth.
For millions of years, Earth had seen the emergence of a cultivation era.
"When will the Mystic Realm Sect come?"
Lin Mo asked the most crucial question, knowing that once the Mystic Realm Sect appeared, the current situation on Earth would be completely overturned.
"The Mystic Realm Sect won't come, but every hundred years, the Mystic Realm Sect recruits disciples from outside. There are still thirty years until the next disciple recruitment. You should work hard on Earth, and I'll recommend you to participate in the Mystic Realm Sect's recruitment gathering then." The silver-haired elder said casually.
"Alright, senior." Lin Mo cupped his hands.
"Alright, I've told you too much today, you should leave now." The elder's expression suddenly turned cold as he waved his sleeve.
The next moment, when Lin Mo once again clearly saw the scene in front of him.
It was already a vast expanse of whiteness, wind and snow swirling, only snow-covered mountain peaks emerging beneath the azure sky.
"Is this Earth, or is it not Earth?"
Lin Mo exhaled, unexpectedly obtaining such crucial information this time.
However, the elder's temperament was also quite eccentric. Initially, he was quite warm, and when he said, "Leave," he immediately sent him out, as if strong individuals tend to have peculiar tempers.
Whoosh!
Lin Mo immediately transformed into a shooting star, maintaining supersonic speed as he flew through the air.
In his mind, he continuously pondered the elder's words. Thousands or even tens of thousands of years ago, a cultivation era existed on Earth, but why did Earth's spiritual energy wither?
Since those people have already left, why do some sects remain on Earth, and what is their purpose?
Lin Mo faintly sensed that Earth harbored an earth-shattering secret.
"No matter what the future holds, only strength can ensure survival in a world where the strong thrive, and the weak perish; only true strength can protect the ones you love."
Lin Mo's eyes emitted two clear beams of light as certain changes quietly occurred in his heart realm.
"Indeed, strength is the foundation of standing firm." Lin Mo knew full well that he had not heard of the Mystic Realm Sect, but with cultivation planets innumerable and sects countless, even a Golden Core Stage cultivator is only a guide, which implies that the Mystic Realm Sect possesses many more powerful cultivators, and given his current strength, if they wanted to kill him, it would be easy.
Fortunately, it seems that no one from the Mystic Realm Sect has come to Earth yet, and there's still thirty years for him to strive.
Inside the villa.
"Husband, you're back." Xia Mengdie wore a white long dress, her hair tied into a simple bun, looking elegantly charming.
"The Qingxuan Sect won't temporarily cause us trouble, don't worry." Lin Mo held Xia Mengdie in his arms. He could have killed the Qingxuan Sect Master today to remove future threats, but the Guiding Envoy seemed to want to protect the Qingxuan Sect Master, preventing him from taking action.
Although the Qingxuan Sect Master also reached the Innate Dragon Transformation Realm with various secret techniques and magic treasures.
But whether in combat technique, battle experience, or cultivation, Lin Mo was not at all inferior to the Qingxuan Sect Master, especially since he had condensed a third Star Power within him. Whether in magic or close combat, he had the upper hand, and killing the Qingxuan Sect Master was merely a matter of convenience.
"Perhaps that Qingxuan Sect Master thinks it was the Guiding Envoy who saved my life?"
Lin Mo silently laughed, thinking if that Qingxuan Sect Master tried any tricks, and he killed him, the envoy would have nothing to say.
"Oh, right. You should give Zi Ning a call; she must be worried about you too." Xia Mengdie said with a light laugh, her eyes carrying a hint of teasing.
"Hmm, I got it. Wife."
Lin Mo chuckled dryly.
After ending the call with Sima Zining, Lin Mo learned that it seemed all the special forces were holding meetings, apparently discussing a very important matter.
Lin Mo naturally knew what it concerned, as the revival of spiritual energy on Earth would obviously change some things regarding Earth's situation.
"Now, let's see what secrets you hold!"
At this moment, Lin Mo went to the backyard garden, found an empty spot, and then flipped his palm. A small black iron block appeared on his palm.