"Thank you for stepping in, Senior."
After thinking it over for a long while, Ye Lin clasped his fists and thanked him.
"No need. It was a small matter. So, what do you say? Will you agree to my request? If you do, once it's done, I can take you as my personal disciple. And I know what you're after, too."
"I'll tell you now: relying on strength alone to become one of the Ten Sequences is impossible. It's pure wishful thinking."
"Behind every Sequence stands a True Lord at the Dao Integration Stage."
"If you agree to my request, I'll be your strongest backing. As long as you prove yourself, I can even help you claim the position of Sect Master of Nameless Mountain."
As soon as Taichu finished speaking, Ye Lin immediately clasped his fists and bowed.
"This junior is willing to fulfill Senior's request. Once I enter the Heavenly Palace, I'll do everything in my power to obtain the Night-Shining Pearl for you."
"Ha ha ha! Good. Aside from the Ten Sequences, you're the only one who's caught my eye. It's good that you've agreed."
"Here's a map of the Heavenly Palace's layout. Take it back and study it. Once you enter, head straight to the Queen Mother Shrine."
As he spoke, Taichu handed over a map, and Ye Lin reached out to take it.
"Ye Lin, remember: if you want to comprehend the rules, you must face them directly. I know you're proud and ambitious, but sometimes you still need to follow in the footsteps of those who came before you."
"Someone will come notify you tomorrow."
After Taichu finished speaking, his entire body gradually faded away, then vanished completely.
Only after sensing that Taichu's aura had completely disappeared did Ye Lin put the map into