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Chapter 33: The Ancient Stone Carving and the Eight Treasures Compass!
Chapter 33: The Ancient Stone Carving and the Eight Treasures Compass!
Night Shu pondered for a moment but didn't dwell on it further.
She wasn't aware of Changqing's other talents, but his martial arts foundation was solid.
Even if Su Nan deliberately suppressed him, he shouldn't fare too poorly, likely landing in the middle or lower ranks.
After all, the Little Immortal Sect gathered the best of the best from all over, each a standout among their peers.
Although she didn't entirely agree with Su Nan's methods, she didn't refuse this time.
After all, a sect filled with prodigies would provide an excellent cultivation environment.
"You stole the Ancient Stone Carving from the Demon Sect. Aren't you afraid of retaliation from the demon cultists?"
"That thing isn't simple. It's said that the top ten can receive the Emperor's Art bestowed by the ancient blessing. They won't let this go easily."
Thinking of what Su Nan had just said, Night Shu couldn't help but worry.
The demon cultists weren't to be underestimated. Even with the Su family's strength, they needed to be cautious.
"Emperor's Art? It's not that simple."
Su Nan smiled. "The Ancient Stone Carving inscribes the names of a hundred prodigies, updated every ten thousand years. It's almost time for the next update."
"The people listed there are the true overlords of the continent. Do you think the Little Immortal Sect's talent test will have many who surpass them?"
"Forget about the top ten. Just being able to inscribe their name on that stone would make someone an undeniable world-class prodigy!"
Pausing, Su Nan chuckled.
"I stole it because I value the ancient blessing's allure."
"Imagine it—how many prodigies across the continent wouldn't want to prove themselves? To see how their talent measures up?"
"Heh, I've already thought it through. As long as they dare to come and take the test, they must join our Little Immortal Sect!"
"Worried about not recruiting enough people? I'm just being selective."
"As for the demon cultists..."
Su Nan's smile turned cold.
"The Su family and the demon cult have been longtime enemies. If they have the nerve to attack, let them come."
"As long as I'm around, even if they break their teeth, the demon cult will have to swallow them!"
Night Shu smiled.
This was the Su family's confidence—not just against a single sect or cult, but against the entire demon path!
Even if the demon cult suffered losses, they would have to accept it.
At the peak of the Near-Emperor realm, in an era without Emperors, he was invincible.
While Su Nan could sometimes be unreliable, he was always meticulous in matters of great importance.
Just like this time, a single Ancient Stone Carving would not only ensnare the prodigies of the Southern Domain but also serve to hone Changqing. Two birds with one stone.
"Leave it to you, but don't put too much pressure on Changqing."
Night Shu, as if remembering something, asked:
"By the way, how's the investigation of the cultivator who breached the barrier? Was it sent by the demon cult?"
Su Nan shook his head with a laugh. "Just a unlucky and arrogant wanderer, not worth mentioning."
"But there is something interesting."
He then took out a very ancient compass, intricately carved with numerous mystical patterns.
"This compass isn't simple. It was likely brought out from the Void Forbidden Abyss."
Su Nan caressed the compass, his eyes deepening.
"Remember five hundred years ago, when Buddhism had a Bodhisattva of Good Deeds?"
"Revered as a once-in-a-millennium Buddha's child, blessed with fortune and destiny, he was born with a compass, known as the Eight Treasures."
"This Eight Treasures Compass can predict good and bad fortune, determine feng shui, and has countless other uses."
Night Shu was taken aback. "The one in your hand is the Eight Treasures Compass of the Bodhisattva of Good Deeds?"
If true, this would be a significant find.
While the Eight Treasures Compass had no offensive capabilities, it was unparalleled in supporting cultivation.
"Only partially."
Su Nan toyed with the compass in his hand.
"The compass is here, but the eight treasures it once held are lost, leaving only some basic functions.
"Looks like this year’s opening of the Forbidden Abyss has drawn a lot of those bald monks from the Western Regions."
"They must have gotten some intel and learned about the location of this compass, which is why they sent so many strong warriors."
As he spoke, Su Nan chuckled, "It’s their bad luck to have provoked the Second Elder. He’s killed most of them."
"Through a twist of fate, it ended up in my hands."
"Heh, everything happens for a reason. It seems this thing has a connection with our Su family."
Yeshu, upon hearing this, shook his head with a wry smile, "You’re already at the peak of the Near-Emperor realm. What use do you have for this thing?"
Su Nan countered, "Who says it’s useless?"
"Even though the Eight Treasures are missing, we can find them later. With this compass, the foundation is there."
"Furthermore, even though it’s just a compass now, it can still increase one’s luck and blessings."
"Though I don’t need it anymore, Changqing will. The value of this thing is such that I wouldn’t trade it for a Holy Weapon."
As Su Nan and Yeshu were discussing, Su Changqing’s voice suddenly rang out from outside the door.
"Mom, Dad, what Holy Weapon? What fun thing are you talking about?"
As he spoke, Su Changqing smiled and entered the courtyard.
"Ha, son, you’re back from school?"
Su Nan laughed heartily and threw the compass to Su Changqing, "Today while hunting in the mountains, I found this thing in a cave."
"This thing looks pretty special. Your mother and I were wondering if it might be a Holy Weapon left behind by some Immortals."
Yeshu rolled her eyes at Su Nan’s exaggeration, greeted Changqing, and went back inside to prepare dinner.
"Oh? Found in a cave?"
At this moment, Su Changqing was very interested in the cave. After all, if sword techniques could be found, why not a Holy Weapon? With this thought, he picked up the compass and examined it closely.
The intricate patterns on the compass bore a resemblance to the immortal runes his teacher had taught him, and his eyes lit up.
Even though he hadn’t studied it thoroughly yet, he was certain it was something valuable!
Seeing Su Changqing’s interest, Su Nan’s smile grew wider.
But when his gaze casually fell on the jade pendant hanging from Changqing’s waist, he immediately stood up, his face darkening.
"Changqing, who gave you this thing?"
Su Nan pointed at the jade pendant, his expression turning grim.
He couldn’t be mistaken! That was the Second Elder’s jade pendant!
"How did Zian’s jade pendant end up on Changqing?"
"Little brat, you even broke through the Near-Emperor barrier?"
Su Nan was in a foul mood. Despite all his precautions, he had still failed.
This was a crucial time for Changqing, and he couldn’t let the Second Elder ruin everything.
"This? It’s a gift from Senior Brother Shuhan. He said that when I leave the mountains, someone will bring me a stroke of luck."
"I don’t know who it is."
Su Changqing shook his head.
"Take it off."
As he spoke, Su Nan hesitated and swallowed his words. He glanced into the distance, pondered for a moment, and sighed.
"Fine, you’ll meet him eventually. I’ll warn Zian, so nothing major should happen."
But thinking about the Second Elder’s temperament, Su Nan still felt a headache.
He feared that the Second Elder would take Changqing and rampage through the entire Southern Domain, announcing that he had a younger brother.
Believe it or not, that was exactly the kind of thing the Second Elder would do.
As for the stroke of luck the Second Elder promised to Changqing,
Su Nan chuckled in exasperation and shook his head.
"A wild kid like him, what kind of luck could he bring?"
However, Su Nan might not have realized just how grand the gift Su Zian had prepared for his long-lost brother, whom he hadn’t seen in twenty years, would be!
(End of Chapter)
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