First Arrival at Qilin Cliff

After a brief stop in Concentric Valley, the patrol team set off again, continuing towards Qilin Cliff.

Eager to return home, the team traveled much faster than on their way there. Mo Xuan, having been away from home for many years and now on the verge of returning, was particularly excited. He frequently boasted to Lin Yan about how beautiful Qilin Cliff was and what fun things there were to do.

Ao Ye felt a bit competitive hearing this and earnestly invited Lin Yan to visit his Dragon Palace, confidently assuring him that it would be much more fun than Qilin Cliff.

The two of them argued incessantly about whose home was better, insisting that Lin Yan be the judge. Annoyed and unwilling to get involved in their bickering, Lin Yan withdrew his consciousness into the Heaven and Earth Bead to contemplate the Laws of Heaven and Earth within.

And so, Lin Yan, along with the patrol team, traversed countless miles of mountains and rivers. They finally arrived at the core sacred land of the Kirin Clan—Qilin Cliff.

"Lin Yan, look quickly, Qilin Cliff is just ahead," Mo Xuan's excited voice reached Lin Yan, pulling him out of his contemplation of the Laws of Heaven and Earth within the Heaven and Earth Bead.

Lin Yan opened his eyes and gazed past a vast expanse of pale gold sea of clouds. The scene before him suddenly opened up.

Even though Mo Xuan had described the beauty of Qilin Cliff to him countless times, Lin Yan was still utterly awestruck by the sight before him.

What was called "Qilin Cliff" was not merely a single cliff, but an incredibly vast, magnificent, and undulating mountain range that stretched endlessly.

Within the mountain range, countless peaks pierced the sky like sharp swords. Some were a warm, jade-like Xuan Yellow, others an indescribably noble deep purple, and some were even blood-red like fresh blood. However, regardless of their color, treasure light subtly flowed over the body of each mountain.

Each mountain range was covered by an unbelievably lush primeval forest. Within the forest, ancient trees towered, vines coiled like dragons, and exotic flowers and herbs were scattered everywhere.

Beneath the mountain ranges lay countless massive spirit veins. The spiritual qi emanating from these veins diffused into the air, so dense it almost solidified. Amidst the misty mist and flowing mist, they either gathered into pools or hung down like waterfalls, refracting into colorful rosy clouds under the sunlight.

Between the mountain ranges flowed wide and mighty spirit rivers. The river water varied in color, some as emerald as jade, others as brilliant as molten lava. As they meandered, they silently nourished all things on their banks.

Above the river surface, spirit fish and water beasts with graceful forms and shimmering scales occasionally leaped out, splashing spiritual light and water splashes as they fell.

In the sky, countless spirit birds with splendid feathers and diverse forms soared freely. There were "Sun Divine Kites" with wingspans of tens of zhang, their bodies burning with faint golden flames; "Cold Moon Spirit Kites" that were entirely ice blue and trailed crystalline tail feathers; and flocks of "Green Cloud Sparrows" whose clear calls sounded like chimes and jade bells.

They sometimes skimmed over mountain peaks, sometimes circled above the spirit rivers, dancing freely in the air.

On the ground, countless spirit beasts roamed. Among those Lin Yan recognized were "Jade Horned Rhinoceroses" with jade horns, "Crystal Armored Tapirs" that fed on quartz veins, and lively "Red-eyed Long-armed Apes"... all were spirit beasts with gentle temperaments and nascent intelligence.

There were also many strange creatures he had never seen in any atlas, some looking endearingly clumsy, others exceptionally majestic, but without exception, they were all surrounded by spiritual qi with clear eyes, vastly different from the common, frightened, and helpless spirit beasts found in the primordial wilderness.

What was most astonishing, however, was the mountain peak at the center of this land. It soared into the clouds, its summit unseen, as if it pierced through heaven and earth. Lin Yan only glanced at it from afar and could feel a vast, ancient, majestic, and even slightly sharp aura washing over him.

One side of the mountain peak was carved into countless enormous Xuan Yellow rock pillars, platforms, and suspended islands, as if by supernatural workmanship. The other side appeared to have been split open by an supreme power, yet it stood firm as a ten-thousand-zhang sheer cliff. The cliff face was smooth as a mirror, with natural Dao patterns subtly flowing, exuding a magnificent pressure that suppressed the Eight Desolations and Six Directions—this was the true core of this mountain range, "Qilin Cliff"!

The summit of Qilin Cliff disappeared into the ethereal spiritual clouds, its exact form obscured. Only thick, dragon-like auspicious qi could be seen cascading down like waterfalls, nourishing the myriad beings below.

Beneath the cliff body, countless cave dwellings, palaces, and corridor bridges were carved into the mountain. These structures were all made of divine gold and precious jade, with simple and grand designs, yet they blended seamlessly with the cliff.

Countless agile Kirins with radiant scales either lay alone on platforms protruding from the cliff face, inhaling and exhaling rosy clouds, or gathered in groups of two or three, riding auspicious clouds and golden flames as they shuttled and played among the cliffs.

The entire Qilin Cliff and its surrounding vast territory formed a grand, harmonious, and orderly scroll painting of a primordial pure land filled with life force. Here, there was not a trace of malevolent qi; only incredibly dense pure spiritual qi flowed throughout. All living beings in this fairyland-like scroll painting occupied their respective places and found their own contentment.

"Xiao Mo, this... this is your home, Qilin Cliff? It's too... beautiful!" Lin Yan couldn't help but exclaim in a low voice.

"Hahaha, not bad, this is Qilin Cliff, the Sacred Homeland of my Qilin Clan. How is it, not bad, right?" Mo Xuan proudly raised his head, his Seven-Colored Scales shining brilliantly under the Auspicious Light. Seeing Lin Yan's expression, he was naturally overjoyed. For him, having a friend recognize his home was the greatest Glory.

"More than not bad, it's simply too good, much better than my Canyon Home," Lin Yan said sincerely. Compared to this top-tier Primordial Grotto Heaven Blessed Land before him, his Earth Dragon Community was like an ordinary country manor.

"Hahaha, Canyon Home has just been established, so it naturally can't compare to Qilin Cliff yet. But after a Million Years, it will definitely be a beautiful Grotto Heaven Blessed Land."

Mo Xuan still had a lot of affection for Canyon Home, after all, its construction also contained a part of his effort. Therefore, he was unwilling to compare it with Qilin Cliff.

But he changed the subject and continued, "Our Qilin Clan controls the Primordial Earth Virtue and can harmonize Yin and Yang and regulate Mountains and Rivers with Auspicious Qi. This Qilin Cliff is the place where the greatest Auspicious Qi gathers in Heaven and Earth. Therefore, it's definitely much better than Xiao Ye's cold and damp Dragon Palace."

"Hmph! My Deep Sea Dragon Palace rules the Myriad Waters, magnificent and boundless, the essence of the Water Origin Great Dao. How could it be inferior to your small Qilin Cliff? Lin Yan, you'll know when you visit the Dragon Palace and see for yourself, don't listen to Xiao Mo's nonsense." Although Ao Ye was also shocked by the beautiful scenery of Qilin Cliff, how could he tolerate Mo Xuan's deliberate belittling at this moment? He immediately retorted.

Elder Xuan Yue and the members of the Patrol Team were already accustomed to this beautiful scenery and naturally wouldn't be as surprised as Lin Yan. After passing through the Sea of Clouds, everyone didn't stop and headed straight for the tall Mountain Peak.

The team passed through layers of Spiritual Mist and Rosy Clouds, traveling between various Mountain Peaks. Many Qilin Clan members or beings from other Subordinate Clans glanced at them casually before continuing with their own affairs, clearly accustomed to the return of the Patrol Team.

Soon, everyone arrived at the foot of the Mountain Peak. Here, there was an extremely wide, giant Plaza paved with a whole piece of Earthy Gold. At the edge of the Plaza stood a magnificent Palace with an ancient and heavy style. Above the palace gate hung a Plaque written in Great Dao Runes—Earthy Palace.

In front of the Earthy Palace, two figures, a man and a woman, were looking up and waiting.

The man was tall and sturdy, with a square face, a straight nose, and a square mouth. His eyes were bright and piercing. A pair of jade-like Qilin Horns on his head indicated that he was a Qilin in Transformation. The entire person exuded a calm and heavy, yet sharp Demeanor.

The woman was graceful and noble, with a beautiful and peerless face. Her skin was as white as jade, her eyes were gentle yet wise. Her Qilin Horns were smaller, warm and milky white, and she was surrounded by a calming and peaceful Aura. At this moment, her gaze towards Mo Xuan was filled with affection and longing.

Elder Xuan Yue and the Patrol Team had their Duty. Upon returning to Qilin Cliff, they needed to report their Errands first at the Earthy Palace. Lin Yan and the other two were not official members of the Patrol Team and did not need to go with them.

After bidding farewell to everyone in front of the Earthy Palace, Mo Xuan took Lin Yan and Ao Ye and rushed towards the two figures below.