Entering the Ruins

One month later.

"This should be it, right?" Xiao Han looked at the huge iceberg in front of him with some uncertainty. During this period of time, he had searched around the Northernmost Land, and his research was so thorough that he could even conduct a species census of the Northernmost Land.

Only in this place, under the perception of his Emperor Realm Soul, was there a slightly imperceptible sense of unease.

"How do we get in?"

Xiao Han discovered an embarrassing fact: he had no idea how to enter the inheritance.

After much deliberation without success...

"Fine, let's give it a try!" Xiao Han shook his head, then activated the Ice Emperor Scripture. A chilling Cold Qi emanated from his body, and the surrounding space instantly froze, even the swirling snowflakes were fixed in mid-air without moving.

"Hmm?" Just then, Xiao Han's eyes flashed. "As expected..."

The next instant, the ordinary iceberg suddenly cracked open without warning, and a cool light shone on Xiao Han, making him look as if he were covered with a light veil in the sunlight.

Just as Xiao Han had predicted, as the Inheritance Ruins of the Ice Emperor, the Ice Emperor Scripture was undoubtedly the best proof of identity and the most direct way to gain the recognition of the Ruins.

Just then, a sudden change occurred. Xiao Han was slightly distracted, and after a moment of confusion, when he opened his eyes again, he found himself in a completely new place.

Unlike the icy and snowy Northernmost Land, and without the old man resembling the Tou She Ancient God that Xiao Han had expected, this place was like an ordinary Small Courtyard nestled deep in the forest.

The vegetable garden in the courtyard is planted with many vegetables, and the dewdrops about to fall from the tips of the leaves show a bit of green. The most eye-catching thing is the stone table next to it, as well as the two stone cups and a pot of steaming tea placed opposite each other on it.

Xiao Han frowned slightly, lifted his foot, hesitated for a moment, and then withdrew his leg. In this completely unfamiliar environment, and with a technique left behind by a Dou Di powerhouse, it was best not to act rashly.

Just as Xiao was brainstorming, a clear, refreshing laugh suddenly came from behind him.

"Young friend, since you're here, please take a seat."

Xiao Han suddenly turned around in surprise and was astonished to find the young man smiling and watching him. Although he looked to be about the same age as Xiao Han, appearances can never be trusted.

Judging from the way this person addressed me just now, this is clearly an ancient monster who has lived for countless years, or rather...

"You are...?"

"That Ice Emperor?" Xiao Han asked tentatively.

Pointing to the bluestone benches beside the stone table, the young man smiled and said, "Sit down first!"

Xiao Han did not object and walked straight to a stone bench and sat down. As soon as he sat down, he looked up and saw the figure that had quietly taken a seat opposite him.

"Looks like those kids from back then have grown up quite a bit!"

After scrutinizing Xiao Han for a moment, the young man suddenly uttered a nonsensical remark.

Seeing the confusion in Xiao Han's expression, the young man smiled slightly, "Do you have any questions?"

"Perhaps I can answer some of your questions."

Xiao Han's eyes flickered. He was filled with a whole basket of questions and didn't know where to begin. A brief silence fell over the room.

Seeing this, the young man remained calm and spoke first, "In that case, I'll answer your question first!"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Han's eyes lit up, and he looked over expectantly. Then he heard the young man say:

"I am him, but I am not that one."

"To be precise, I am merely a remnant soul left behind to guard this place."

"So..."

The remnant youth looked at Xiao Han with a smile and said, "My memories only contain all the information about this Ruins and some common knowledge. As for anything else, don't even think about it."

A bucket of cold water was poured over his head, and Xiao Han calmed down considerably. It seemed that his idea of getting more ancient secrets from this person had failed.

Having thought all this through, Xiao Han asked curiously, "Senior, could you reveal some details about this final inheritance?"

The examiner leaked the questions, so there shouldn't be any problem... right?

However, what Xiao Han thought was a wild idea only earned him a reply...

"OK!"

"Huh?" Xiao Han was dumbfounded.

The Ice Emperor Remnant Soul, completely oblivious to his own limitations, said, "This is a small matter."

His casual manner made it seem as if he had just gone out to throw away some trash.

"A small matter?"

"Your current cultivation level should be at the Nine Star Dou Sheng Late Stage, right?" asked the Ice Emperor Remnant Soul, as if he were merely confirming the answer.

Xiao Han nodded subconsciously, then saw the remnant soul clap its hands, as if relieved, "Isn't this perfect!"

"This is yours!"

Xiao Han looked at the hexagonal snowflake that had been presented to him, and a row of question marks appeared above his head.

Why does this thing look so much like the self-defense items he gave to his descendants?

"This is..."

Xiao Han looked at the remnant soul with a puzzled expression. Why did he feel like he was being blamed?

The other party's cunning, mixed with gentleness, aroused Xiao Han's suspicions.

"This thing can help you break through to the Dou Di," the remnant soul youth said calmly.

"Dou Di?" Xiao Han was startled, his hand, hidden under his sleeve, clenched unconsciously.

Although he had long suspected that the one who could be regarded as the Dou Di Inheritance was definitely not a simple person, the allure of the Dou Di still almost made him lose control.

"So, do you want it or not?" The Ice Emperor Remnant Soul asked with a sly smile, a strange meaning flashing in its eyes.

Seeing that Xiao Han was still somewhat hesitant, the remnant soul added again, "If I'm not mistaken, this world should no longer be able to produce Dou Di, right?"

"How did you know, senior?" Xiao Han suddenly came to his senses, his heart filled with trepidation.

The former shook his head and said, "This is just what my memories show; I don't know the specific reason."

Then, changing the subject, she said, "Since that's the case, we shouldn't miss this opportunity. Would you like to see it for yourself...?"

"The scenery of the Continent's Strongest Expert?"

Just as the remnant soul thought the other party had wavered and revealed a confident smile, Xiao Han suddenly looked up and asked abruptly, "Senior, this thing shouldn't be so easy to get, right?"

Slightly surprised, the Ice Emperor Remnant Soul slowly withdrew its smile, looking at the faint smile on Xiao Han's lips, and said with a hint of regret:

"You figured it out after all!"

"Indeed, this thing is not so easy to carry."

"After all, there are gains and losses; if you want to reap benefits, how can you not bear the risks?"

Xiao Han's expression suddenly turned serious. Was it finally time to get down to business?

He immediately sat up straight and said respectfully, "Please enlighten me, senior."

"Sigh!" With a soft sigh, the remnant soul of the young man slowly spoke, "You..."

Do you know who Ice Emperor is?