I Am the Phoenix Ancestor You Speak Of

"I do have some problems with cultivation. I've been stuck at one realm for quite a while and haven't been able to break through."

The Seventh Elder nodded. "So you've encountered a bottleneck. That's quite common. I have some pills that can help you break through it."

"It's not a bottleneck, it's that someone has already surpassed me, so I can't break through."

The Seventh Elder understood; it seemed the newcomer had cultivated a special Cultivation Method.

These special Cultivation Method were common during the Daqian and Dayu periods. The main phenomenon was that cultivators who were ahead in their Cultivation Method would absorb those who Cultivation Practice Method later, resulting in a winner-takes-all situation. However, during the Daxia period, these Cultivation Method became too cruel, and since cultivators had Cultivation Method to practice, they stopped cultivating Cultivation Method altogether.

"How about changing your residence and rebuilding?"

"It probably won't work. I can't guarantee I can reach my current level if I start over."

"Oh, okay? Then if all else fails, just tell me who went before you, and I'll make them repeat the course!"

Jiang Lianyi was a little worried. "But that person is very strong."

"Is it the Tribulation Transcendence Stage?"

"No, that's not it."

Upon hearing that it wasn't someone in the Tribulation Transcendence stage, the Seventh Elder was relieved. He patted his chest and assured him, "As long as it's not someone in the Tribulation Transcendence stage, I'll fight them however I want."

Which of the nine disciples of the Ask Dao Sect isn't renowned for their combat prowess?

"This isn't the place to talk. Let's go inside the city," the Grand Elder said. It wasn't appropriate for them to discuss such matters at the city gate. Even if they used Law Technique to silence them, it wasn't safe. What if a Tribulation Transcendence cultivator happened to pass by and overheard them?

The Demon Race Alliance was well-prepared, arranging accommodations for each faction, and even providing a floor of inn for the Five Great Immortal Sects, such as the Ask Dao Sect.

The interior of the demon city was even more prosperous, with countless cultivators of all kinds.

Besides the native cultivators of the Demon Realm, there were also cultivators with fish-like features, who were sea creatures from the East Sea; monks with gleaming bald heads and simple clothes, who came from the Golden Buddha Kingdom; and Rogue Cultivator with thick hair, who came from the Extreme North...

Jiang Lianyi's gaze lingered on the Buddhist monk for a moment, Lu Yang suddenly remembered that Buddhism was created by the Five Immortals of High Antiquity, and there were no Buddhist cultivators in High Antiquity times.

Lu Yang transmitted his voice to Jiang Lianyi, explaining the current state of Buddhism. He didn't know much about it and could only grasp the general idea.

"So that's how it is. I never imagined that the story I made up back then would become so popular in the cultivation world."

Jiang Lianyi was slightly surprised. She had been listening to the Four Immortals of High Antiquity when they were making up their stories, occasionally chiming in. By that logic, she could be considered a founder of Buddhism.

Lu Yang shrugged. "After all, so much time has passed, and stories from High Antiquity times have become legends, making it difficult to distinguish between truth and falsehood."

Oh, it can't be called fake; it's just that it has undergone a series of artistic processing, selectively describing High Antiquity stories.

Upon arriving at the inn, the Seventh Elder continued to boast, as it was a rare opportunity to encounter a new disciple from the Heavenly Court, and he was determined to experience being a teacher.

"I'm not bragging, but my alchemy skills are second to none in the cultivation world today. If you have any needs regarding pills, just come to me."

The Fifth Elder, unwilling to let the Seventh Elder steal the spotlight, also said, "My weapon-refining skills are unparalleled; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say I'm the best in the cultivation world. Considering you're a newcomer to our sect, if you lack Law Treasure, I'll refine one for you!"

A smile played on Jiang Lianyi's lips. The Fifth Elder's words reminded her of an old acquaintance, "A weapon refiner? What a coincidence. I also know a weapon refiner who claims to be the number one in the cultivation world."

The Fifth Elder raised an eyebrow. "So arrogant. When we meet again, we'll make sure he knows who the number one weapon refiner is."

"By the way, I haven't asked yet, what's your name?"

"Jiang Lianyi."

"That name sounds familiar," the Third Elder said, scratching his head.

The Fourth Elder, a Confucian scholar, was learned and knowledgeable. "He shares the same name as the ancient ancestor of the Phoenix Clan."

The Seventh Elder, as a senior figure in the Heavenly Court, adopted an air of profound knowledge and praised, "This name is excellent. According to the theory of destiny, your name is the same as that of the ancient ancestor of the Phoenix Clan, allowing you to absorb the ancient ancestor's destiny, which will greatly benefit your cultivation. It is not impossible for you to break through to the Tribulation Transcendence stage in the future."

Jiang Lianyi hesitated for a moment, thinking that both Immortal Sister and Senior Brother Lu Yang had confidently said on the way that the people of the Ask Dao Sect were very trustworthy. She took off her hood, revealing her stunningly beautiful face.

"The Ancient Ancestor of the Phoenix Clan!!!"

The elder's eyes widened suddenly, he shuddered, and lost his voice, screaming as he stumbled back three steps.

When he was young, he secretly visited the ancient tombs of the Phoenix Clan and saw the statue of the Phoenix Clan's ancestor.

The Third Senior Sister's ability to move freely between the ancient tombs of various races owes much to the experience and maps imparted by the Grand Elder.

The Seventh Elder turned to the First Elder with displeasure. "Of course I know she shares the same name as the Phoenix Clan's ancient ancestor."

"She is the ancient ancestor of the Phoenix Clan! I've seen her statue in the Phoenix Clan!"

The Seventh Elder laughed heartily, unconvinced. "Elder, you're quite the comedian..."

His eyes rolled back, and he collapsed to the ground, fainting from fright.

What did he just say? That the ancient ancestor of the Phoenix Clan had problems with cultivation and sought his help?

A few seconds later, the Seventh Elder woke up, still looking incredulous, wondering if he was dreaming, and even slapped himself twice.

"Is he the reincarnation of the ancient ancestor of the Phoenix Clan, cultivating again?" the Grand Elder asked cautiously, barely daring to breathe.

Li Haoran's existence introduced him to the concept of reincarnation.

"I've never heard of reincarnation or rebirth. I am the ancient ancestor of the Phoenix Clan that you speak of. I had been slumbering in the secret realm for some time, but a few days ago I was awakened by Senior Brother Lu Yang, reborn from the ashes, and returned to the mortal world."

The First Elder gasped. The Phoenix Clan's ancient ancestor! A mythical figure! Where did Lu Yang find this big shot?

They even tricked them into joining the Heavenly Court Cult.

You are much more capable than your master.

Old Jiu goes out every day to swindle and cheat, but his tricks aren't as good as yours.

I'll have Lao Jiu become your apprentice later.

"Wait, what do you call Lu Yang?"

Lu Yang quickly stepped in to stop the discussion. "It's nothing, it was just a slip of the tongue by Senior Lianyi."

The Seventh Elder looked at Jiang Lianyi with trembling eyes. "So, what you just said about reaching a bottleneck... you mean reaching the bottleneck of becoming a half-immortal?"

"You mentioned before that someone is ahead of you, and you can't break through. Who is this person?"

"The Qilin Immortal, in today's parlance, might be called a Demon Immortal."

Seventh Elder: "..."

Did I just say that I can fight anyone except those in the Tribulation Transcendence stage?

The Fifth Elder didn't look much better than the Seventh Elder; he had also just uttered many grand pronouncements.

"You just said you also know someone who claims to be the best weapon refiner, who is that?"

"Ying Tianxian"

The Fifth Elder nearly fainted.

The Third Elder and the Fourth Elder remained silent; thankfully, they hadn't spoken earlier.

"And what is your status in Heaven?"

"One of the Four Emperors of Heaven, the Great Emperor of Nirvana in the South Pole."

The five elders gasped in shock.

They intended to broaden their horizons by attending the founding ceremony of the Demon Kingdom, but they didn't expect to gain such knowledge so soon.