Heavenly Mansion's Internal Strife

"This is... Space Ancestral Talisman?"

Looking at the two almost identical Space Ancestral Talisman in Lin Langtian's hand, Zhou Tong's usually calm face showed a rare hint of shock.

It should be known that the Eight Great Ancestral Symbols are the most magical objects in the world. They are formed from the rules of heaven and earth, and each Ancestral Talisman possesses heaven-reaching power and is a unique existence in the world.

However, what was presented to Zhou Tong now were two identical Space Ancestral Talisman, which was quite astonishing.

Lin Langtian didn't hide anything from Zhou Tong's shock, since the two would be fighting side by side in the future, so it was better to be honest.

After a moment's thought, Lin Langtian briefly explained the matter of copying the Space Ancestral Talisman. Of course, he didn't go into detail about the Golden Spirit Wheel Mirror, since even he didn't know its origin.

"Oh, a divine object capable of replicating the Ancestral Talisman?"

Hearing Lin Langtian's explanation, Zhou Tong understood the whole story, but the shock on his face did not subside; instead, it intensified.

The Eight Great Ancestral Symbols are unique existences in the world, each possessing heaven-reaching power, yet they can be replicated so perfectly?

Thinking of this, Zhou Tong was shocked for a long time before he gradually came to his senses. Then he stared deeply at the handsome young man in front of him.

This young Palace Lord of our manor seems to possess not only extraordinary talent, but also many intriguing and unfathomable secrets.

"Elder Zhou, I have successfully refined the copied Space Ancestral Talisman, so let's return the original Space Ancestral Talisman to its rightful owner. After all, Elder Zhou has just been resurrected, and without the Space Ancestral Talisman, his combat power will definitely be greatly reduced." Lin Langtian placed the original Space Ancestral Talisman in Zhou Tong's hand and said with a light laugh.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Tong pondered for a moment, then nodded and said, "Thank you, Palace Lord!"

Lin Langtian was right. Although he was the previous master of the Space Ancestral Talisman, he could not use the power of the Ancestral Talisman Ancestral Talisman at will after leaving it, unlike the first generation of Lord of Space. Therefore, if he lost the Space Ancestral Talisman, his combat power would be greatly reduced.

If he possessed the Space Ancestral Talisman, he could single-handedly defeat several experts at the Samsara Stage, which is why Lin Langtian valued him.

"Hehe, Elder Zhou, this is the Nirvana Pill River Space of the Darkness Hall. Now that you have successfully resurrected, we should leave." Lin Langtian looked around and then said.

"I will obey the Palace Lord's command." Zhou Tong nodded and said respectfully.

Although Lin Langtian's strength was far inferior to his, perhaps because of the life-saving grace, or perhaps because Lin Langtian had just given him a great shock, Zhou Tong placed himself in a very proper position, behaving like a subordinate.

Lin Langtian smiled and shook his head. Although it was very comfortable to order around a Samsara Stage expert at will, the pressure on himself was also considerable, after all, he was only at the Half-step Death Profound Stage.

Shaking his head, Lin Langtian and Zhou Tong exchanged a glance. In an instant, the space around the two, who possessed the Space Ancestral Talisman, began to distort. A moment later, their figures disappeared.

In the secluded Bamboo Forest, when Lin Langtian and his companion emerged, Chen Kui had been waiting there for a long time.

"Brother Langtian, you have finally emerged from seclusion."

Upon seeing Lin Langtian appear, Chen Kui was taken aback at first, then immediately exited his cultivation state and stepped forward with a smile.

"Oh, it's Brother Chen Kui. Where are Qing Tan and Senior Bo Xuan?" Lin Langtian looked around and then looked at Chen Kui, asking in confusion.

"You may not know this, but during the two months you were in seclusion, Qing Tan's Seventh Regiment encountered several missions in succession and is currently off to suppress a rebellion somewhere. As for my master, he is also in seclusion preparing to break through to the Reincarnation Stage."

Chen Kui explained, then glanced at Zhou Tong beside Lin Langtian. For some reason, he felt a pressure from the latter similar to that from his master Bo Xuan.

Thinking of this, a look of surprise appeared in Chen Kui's eyes. He knew that his master was not only Samsara Stage expert, but also the owner of the Dark Ancestral Symbol. So who was this person? How could he also possess such power?

Lin Langtian noticed Chen Kui's gaze and then introduced with a smile, "This is Zhou Tong, an elder of my newly established force, ' Heavenly Mansion '."

"Zhou Tong ..." Chen Kui murmured. As a person from the Northern Xuan Region, he was not familiar with the name Zhou Tong, who was once famous in the Eastern Xuan Region, but he still greeted him politely.

"So it's Elder Zhou. Langtian, your Heavenly Mansion is newly established, yet you've already managed to attract such a powerful figure. Congratulations!"

At the same time, Chen Kui guessed that Zhou Tong was most likely the powerful figure resurrected by Lin Langtian using the Life-Death Reincarnation Pill.

Seeing Zhou Tong's respectful attitude towards Lin Langtian, Chen Kui couldn't help but sigh. It turned out that Heavenly Mansion, which he thought was somewhat like a makeshift organization, seemed to have taken the shape of a super power under Lin Langtian's organization.

Thinking of this, Chen Kui couldn't help but admire his master's foresight. Perhaps Lin Langtian and Heavenly Mansion would be a great help when Qing Tan takes over the position of Hall Master in the future.

After exchanging pleasantries, Lin Langtian seemed to have thought of something, his eyes flickered slightly, and he said, "Brother Chen Kui, I would like to ask the Darkness Hall for a favor, is that possible?"

"Oh, what help is it? Before Master went into seclusion, he instructed that if Brother Langtian needs any assistance, just ask. As long as it is within the power of the Darkness Hall, we will not refuse." Chen Kui patted his chest and smiled.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Tong, who was standing to the side, couldn't help but show a strange look in his eyes. He could tell that Lin Langtian's relationship with the Darkness Hall was indeed extremely good.

Hearing what Chen Kui said, Lin Langtian felt a warmth in his heart and then said, "Brother Chen Kui, you know that my Heavenly Mansion forces are concentrated in the Southern River Realm, and my next destination is the Eastern Xuan Region."

However, the Eastern Xuan Region and the Northern Xuan Region are separated by the Myriad Mountains, and the journey is treacherous and long. Therefore, I would like to borrow a batch of your esteemed Darkness War Tiger Ship to transport my Heavenly Mansion troops to the Eastern Xuan Region.

"Oh, do you need Darkness War Tiger Ship...?" Upon hearing this, Chen Kui was taken aback, then smiled and nodded, saying, "This is simple, don't worry, I will immediately transfer ten Darkness War Tiger Ship to the Southern River Realm for Brother Langtian's use."

"Thank you for your trouble, Brother Chen Kui," Lin Langtian said, bowing with his hands clasped in thanks.

"You're welcome..." Chen Kui waved his hand, exchanged pleasantries again, and then made arrangements for Lin Langtian.

Upon seeing this, Lin Langtian bid farewell to Chen Kui and immediately headed towards the Southern River Realm.

In the Main Hall of the Fire Cloud Sect in the Southern River Realm.

Since Lin Langtian gathered more than 20 forces from the Southern River Realm to form Heavenly Mansion, the Fire Cloud Sect ruins have been temporarily requisitioned by the Heavenly Mansion and used as its headquarters.

During Lin Langtian's absence, more than twenty forces in the Southern River Realm began to integrate. After all, they had all been expelled from the Northern Xuan Region, and joining forces to go to the Eastern Xuan Region to create a new situation was undoubtedly the best choice.

However, as time went by, and with Lin Langtian away from overseeing the situation in the Heavenly Mansion for a long time, some undercurrents began to emerge in the newly established Heavenly Mansion.

The main hall of the Heavenly Mansion is now quite large, and it can be considered magnificent. At the head of the hall, there is an empty seat, and the old man in yellow robes below him is Elder Yan, the Great Elder personally appointed by Lin Langtian.

Following Elder Yan, dozens of figures followed one after another. These figures were surrounded by powerful Yuan energy fluctuations, and judging from the Yuan energy fluctuations emanating from their bodies, they had all stepped into the Life Profound Stage!

In particular, the middle-aged, burly man at the head of the group possessed even deeper Yuan power, and a trace of Death Qi was faintly leaking out, indicating that he was actually a Death Profound Stage expert!

These powerful figures were originally the leaders of the major forces in the Southern River Realm, but now they have been recruited by Lin Langtian and become elders of the Heavenly Mansion.

"Today's meeting is mainly to inquire about the progress of the integration of the forces under the command of each elder. According to the Darkness Hall, my Heavenly Mansion will probably not be able to stay in the Northern Xuan Region for much longer." Above the main hall, Elder Yan looked at the strong and well-equipped troops in the hall and sighed before speaking.

Upon hearing this, everyone fell silent. Although Heavenly Mansion had great potential, leaving Northern Xuan Region still left everyone with mixed feelings.

"Oh, since you're leaving the Northern Xuan Region, why isn't our new Palace Lord showing up? Could it be that after bringing us together, he's just going to run away?" In the main hall, the burly middle-aged man closest to Elder Yan suddenly spoke up.

This middle-aged man is named Liu Kun. He was the former leader of the Asura Gate, one of the more than twenty forces that Lin Langtian had integrated.

Originally, this person was a rare expert at the Life Profound Stage Perfection in the Southern River Realm, and a month ago, he was fortunate enough to step into the Death Profound Stage through a stroke of luck.

After breaking through to the Death Profound Stage, Liu Kun had some ideas. In his opinion, Lin Langtian had only defeated a puppet at the Half-step Death Profound Stage by chance. Since Lin Langtian could become the Palace Lord, why couldn't he, a powerful expert at the Death Profound Stage, take his place?

So, taking advantage of Lin Langtian's absence, Liu Kun secretly won over many powerful figures to his side, gradually becoming a major faction within the newly established Heavenly Mansion.

Therefore, his words immediately drew some agreement, since Lin Langtian, the current Palace Lord Heavenly Mansion, was rarely seen, while Liu Kun's strength was obvious.

If Liu Kun were to go to the Eastern Xuan Region to establish a sect, his strength at the Death Profound Stage would give people a greater sense of security.

Upon seeing this, Elder Yan frowned deeply. He had witnessed Liu Kun's actions over the past few days, but he was powerless to do anything about it due to Liu Kun's strength at the Death Profound Stage. If it weren't for the Darkness Sub-Hall of the Southern River Realm protecting him out of consideration for Lin Langtian, Liu Kun would probably have already sidelined him.

"Great Elder, the current Palace Lord is rarely seen. In my opinion, for the sake of the overall situation, the Manor should appoint someone to act Palace Lord in charge of affairs. What do you think?"

Seeing that Elder Yan remained silent, the middle-aged man Liu Kun spoke again with a light laugh.

His smile seemed to reveal a hidden dagger.

"Oh, Elder Liu, who do you think is capable of becoming the next Palace Lord?" Seeing Liu Kun's aggressive manner, Elder Yan tightened his grip and his expression turned extremely ugly.

Lin Langtian appointed him as the Great Elder, but unfortunately, he failed to live up to this important responsibility.

Thinking of this, Elder Yan felt a pang of guilt.

"Hehe, the acting Palace Lord is naturally the strongest one to assume the role. I think everyone thinks so," Liu Kun said with a faint smile as he looked around.

Upon hearing this, everyone present was stunned for a moment, then looked at each other, their expressions constantly changing. In any case, Lin Langtian had been missing for so long, and the position of the Palace Lord could not remain vacant for long. Letting Liu Kun take on the role of the prefecture Palace Lord was a compromise.

Clearly, Liu Kun wasn't the only one with this idea in the entire hall. So, after Liu Kun's faction took the lead in responding, the voices grew louder and louder, breaking the silence in the hall. For a moment, even Elder Yan couldn't suppress it.

"Great Elder, if you still refuse, then let's vote. I think this is the fairest way to do it in the absence of the Palace Lord." Liu Kun smiled slightly when he saw that the momentum was good, and then said.

He should first serve as the acting Palace Lord. If Lin Langtian still hasn't shown up, then he should officially become the Palace Lord and the true Palace Lord.

Even if Lin Langtian returns, he will have complete control over the manor. It remains to be seen who the true Palace Lord will be.

Upon hearing Liu Kun's suggestion, some powerful figures in the hall immediately echoed his sentiments, while many others hesitated. Elder Yan watched this scene with a somewhat ashen face.

Seeing Elder Yan's expression, Liu Kun smiled faintly, seemingly unconcerned.

Thinking of this, he flicked his sleeve, then raised his hand and said, "I propose to serve as the acting Palace Lord. Raise your hand if you agree."

As soon as he finished speaking, several powerful figures who had already been recruited into Liu Kun's faction immediately raised their hands.

Seeing this, Elder Yan could no longer contain himself and stood up abruptly, shouting sternly, "Liu Kun, without the permission of the Palace Lord and myself, your voting violates the rules of the Manor!"

Liu Kun was taken aback, then frowned and said coldly, "Great Elder, the Palace Lord is not here. What kind of rules are these? Don't use your authority like a feather duster!"

The two were locked in a fierce confrontation, and the atmosphere in the entire hall immediately became tense. Many powerful figures looked at each other, unsure of what to do.

The situation became tense and awkward, but just then, a soft laugh suddenly rang out in the hall.

"Hehe, I didn't expect that after several months, Heavenly Mansion would be so lively..."

The sudden sound shattered the tense atmosphere in the hall instantly. Everyone was stunned for a moment, and then, as if realizing something, they looked up sharply at the empty seat at the head of the hall.

There, two men appeared out of nowhere. The tall, handsome young man sat on the golden chair that represented the position of the Palace Lord, smiling as he looked at the people in the hall.

That smile, seemingly gentle, made everyone present feel a strange sense of oppression.

Everyone stared blankly at the leading figure, and after a moment, an uncontrollable look of shock welled up in their eyes, their voices echoing throughout the hall.

"Palace Lord? You're back?!"