He had only just arrived in this world and was unfamiliar with everything. If he wanted to gain a foothold here, he needed territory of his own. He understood that clearly, so he first needed to determine where was suitable to live.
"Our Lin Clan was once a dominant force in the Southern Ridge. Our people have multiplied for centuries, and our foundations run deep. Thus, there are many places belonging to the clan, and the place you mentioned is a forbidden zone."
A middle-aged man explained to Lin Taichu, "This area was where our Lin Clan ancestor, Lin Taicang, cultivated. Throughout the generations, no matter which descendant of the Lin Clan came here, they had to follow its rules. Otherwise, they would certainly be punished."
"Rules?" Lin Taichu frowned. He suddenly recalled the voice from before. Could it be... that voice's owner was the Lin Clan's ancestor?
"Yes. This area is called the Sealed Demonic Abyss. It seals off a forbidden zone, and no one else is permitted to set foot within it. Trespassers will be killed without mercy."
The middle-aged man added, "Therefore, even the Patriarch and the elders cannot enter at will. That is the rule."
"I see." Lin Taichu immediately understood. With a thought, he said, "In that case, I'll have to trouble the elders to take me there. I wonder how far the Sealed Demonic Abyss is from our Lin Clan?"
The middle-aged man of the Lin Clan looked Lin Taichu over in surprise. Seeing his calm and composed expression, without the slightest trace of fear, he felt considerable approval. It seemed this newly appointed patriarch was wiser and steadier than the previous two. He was a patriarch worth nurturing.
The middle-aged man then took out a treasure and handed it to Lin Taichu. "This