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The Backer Sect's founder, Backer Ancestor, had achieved a level of mastery in the Way of Cowering that even Great Emperors would acknowledge.

He was the one who passed down the esteemed traditions of the Way of Cowering.

Once, when Backer Ancestor was founding the sect, he was obstructed by a local powerhouse from the Desolate Continent, a cultivator at the Approaching Dao Realm.

At that time, Backer Ancestor's displayed cultivation was only at the Celestial Realm.

However, when the two truly clashed, that Approaching Dao Realm cultivator was instantly annihilated!

Afterward, the Approaching Dao Realm cultivator's family arrived seeking revenge. A Sage-level ancestor descended, straddling heaven and earth, and before he could even speak, he was crushed into powder by the low-key Backer Ancestor!

Compared to the Ancestor, they were still too green.

Now, Backer Ancestor had passed on, and it was time for them to cultivate this art to its peak.

"Bufan, starting today, your master will teach you cultivation."

"Master, my meridians are very difficult to open."

"Your master will open them for you."

Hua Yunfei erupted with sacred might, his eyes burning with golden light. He appeared like a living Sage, radiating divine majesty.

Above the firmament, golden light of the Great Dao descended, showering Ye Bufan.

Visions of the four ancient divine beasts—Azure Dragon, White Tiger, Black Tortoise, and Vermilion Bird—manifested around Hua Yunfei.

In a short while, tens of thousands of divine beasts roared, their terrifying visions filling heaven and earth!

In this current era, cultivation is arduous. Great Emperors do not appear, Sages remain hidden, and the Ancient Sacred Body is exceptionally difficult to cultivate.

But, it's not impossible to cultivate!

As long as one is strong enough, they can forge a path for the Ancient Sacred Body!

Nether Ghost Palace.

One of the three super-forces of the Desolate Continent, on par with the Backer Sect and Dao Yi Immortal Sect.

It also belonged to one of the nine great immortal sects of the Eastern Region!

The Nether Ghost Palace was located on a floating island above a toxic swamp spanning hundreds of miles.

Black mist surged over the island, and the entire sect's architecture was shrouded in fog.

"The Backer Sect has already made their move!"

Deep within the Nether Ghost Palace, a group of powerhouses gathered.

The leader wore black chainmail, his expression stern and solemn, his eyes filled with aggression. He stared at the others and spoke slowly.

He was the Palace Master of the Nether Ghost Palace, Nether Ghost Master!

Those gathered were all high-ranking officials of the Nether Ghost Palace.

However, one individual was particularly special. Standing at a height of three meters, he was enveloped in a black robe, his appearance hidden.

"Heh heh heh..."

A strange laugh emanated from beneath the black robe, grating and chilling.

Even the elders of the Nether Ghost Palace, notorious figures of evil, felt a prickling sensation on their scalps.

He spoke, "At this moment, they should be heading towards our Blood Demon Clan. Heh heh heh, they truly don't know the immensity of heaven and earth."

He held the Backer Sect in utter contempt. What strength could a sect with only an Approaching Dao Realm cultivator guarding it possibly possess?

Though the Blood Demon Clan's glory had faded, they still had more than one cultivator at the Approaching Dao Realm level.

Could the Backer Sect compare?

The Blood Demon, hidden within the black robe, spoke again, "Leave the matter of Yun Tian Zhenren from the Blood Demon Clan to me. The Nether Ghost Palace will be responsible for attacking the Backer Sect. After success, the Backer Sect's assets will be split fifty-fifty!"

"Agreed!"

Nether Ghost Master nodded readily, a faint smile appearing on his rigid face. "A pleasant cooperation. Let us easily take down the Backer Sect and claim a share of the spoils!"

Glancing at Nether Ghost Master's smile, which was more akin to a grimace, the black-robed Blood Demon let out a sinister chuckle before departing.

"Heh, the insignificant Blood Demon Clan dares to want a share of the spoils?"

Nether Ghost Master sneered, a cold glint flashing in his eyes, his aura becoming sinister and terrifying.

A white-haired elder stood up and cupped his fist. "Palace Master, we've received news from the Sun Moon Divine Church; they have already set out."

"Excellent!"

Nether Ghost Master declared, "After we devour the Backer Sect this time, the entire Desolate Continent will belong to the Nether Ghost Palace! The Dao Yi Immortal Sect will also be consumed by us sooner or later!"

Chapter Twelve: Hidden Just a Little Bit

Above Daoyuan Peak, golden light cascaded down, and the heavenly sounds of the Great Dao permeated the entire Backer Sect.

Many disciples looked towards Daoyuan Peak.

As the sect's most mysterious peak, it was also the place where the Sect Master and the five Chief Elders sparred the most.

Daoyuan Peak had always been a mysterious place in the hearts of many disciples.

Although it was one of the seven peaks of the Backer Sect, its presence was very low. Many disciples only knew the name of Daoyuan Zhenren but had never seen him.

This was because ninety-nine formations were set up outside Daoyuan Peak, combining dozens of characteristics such as defense, attack, and concealment.

Without Hua Yunfei's permission, no one could ascend the mountain privately.

This special situation made Daoyuan Peak and the legendary Daoyuan Zhenren even more mysterious.

Only the true disciples of each peak had seen Hua Yunfei a few times.

The sacred radiance and golden light lasted for a full day. By evening, the commotion on Daoyuan Peak gradually subsided.

"Master, I've broken through to the ninth level of the Meridian Opening Realm!"

Ye Bufan was so excited he almost jumped.

Hua Yunfei had actually helped him go from a mortal to the ninth level of the Meridian Opening Realm!

What incredible power was this!

Moreover, he was the Ancient Sacred Body, whose meridians were like divine iron, making them difficult to break through. Yet, in Hua Yunfei's hands, it was effortless.

This was something that even the peak masters of the Dao Yi Immortal Sect couldn't achieve.

"Not bad, this is more like how a Sacred Body should be," Hua Yunfei nodded with satisfaction.

At this moment, Ye Bufan exuded a faint golden light. When he circulated his spiritual energy, golden blood qi would condense. With every movement, he displayed the demeanor of a top-tier prodigy.

Currently, within the Backer Sect, besides himself, Ye Bufan was probably the most talented.

Ye Bufan knelt, his eyes filled with tears, "Master, this disciple..."

Hua Yunfei deliberately put on a stern face, "Get up quickly. I am your master, and this is basic courtesy. You don't need to thank me."

"No, for this grace of rebirth, this disciple will remember it forever. If one day, Master is in danger and needs this disciple to sacrifice himself, I will not hesitate," Ye Bufan said earnestly, respectfully kowtowing to perform the disciple's rites.

"What could happen to me?"

Hua Yunfei was amused by him. "In this world today, let alone the Eastern Region, even the Central Continent, or the entire Big Dipper Star, there is no one who can take my life."

Ye Bufan's heart was still unsettled, and he wanted to say more, but Hua Yunfei directly interrupted him:

"Alright, alright, I know you are a good child who repays kindness. As your master, I promise you, if there's ever a time I need you, I won't be polite."

"Thank you, Master."

Ye Bufan bowed again before getting up.

Hua Yunfei took out a golden book. "This is a meeting gift from your master. Don't dislike it."

"The Heavenly Emperor Scripture!"

Ye Bufan took it and looked. The name that met his eyes greatly surprised him.

Heavenly Emperor!

What kind of person was that!

A pinnacle existence among Great Emperors!

Not just anyone could be called a Heavenly Emperor!

Since the Ancient Era, there had only been a few Heavenly Emperors whose names were passed down.

Ye Bufan opened the first page of the Heavenly Emperor Scripture, and the content within stunned him into silence.

"The Ancient Sacred Body becomes Emperor! Unrivaled among Emperors, hence called Heavenly Emperor. This is a cultivation technique compiled by an Ancient Sacred Body after becoming Emperor, leaving an imperial path for future Sacred Bodies to become Emperors!"

His heart was extremely unsettled. He flipped to the description for the Meridian Opening Realm section and began to read, lost in a trance.

Standing on the mountaintop, he had entered a state of self-forgetfulness.

As time passed, the golden blood around Ye Bufan became increasingly dense, as if it had condensed into a golden dragon soaring through the nine heavens.