Was Gu Yuena the true ruler of Star Dou?

Huo Yuhao sat upright in the main seat, and only after the commotion gradually subsided did he raise his hand and press down.

The hall fell silent instantly; even breathing was deliberately suppressed.

He looked around, his gaze sweeping over the faces—some complex, some excited, some awe-inspiring, some fanatical.

Noticing Li Mengjie's fervent gaze, Huo Yuhao was somewhat puzzled, wondering why this unfamiliar Heavenly Maiden Douluo had such an expression.

However, he had no time to delve into the matter at the moment, so he withdrew his gaze, faced the crowd, and spoke solemnly.

"With the Abyss threatening our shores and a new era about to dawn, I have returned and must lead the Spirit Pagoda into a new future. Therefore, from this day forward, I shall once again take control of the Spirit Pagoda!"

His voice wasn't loud, but it was so clear it seemed to ring in everyone's ears, carrying an undeniable authority.

As soon as the words were spoken, a unified shout rang out again in the hall, "We obey the command of Spirit Ice Ancestor!"

No one hesitated; to hesitate even for a second at this moment would be disrespectful to their ancestors.

Huo Yuhao nodded slightly, gestured for everyone to sit down, and did not speak again, giving everyone ample time to calm down.

The sound of chairs being moved rose and fell, but everyone's eyes remained firmly fixed on the figure in the main seat, their eyes still filled with lingering shock and excitement.

Li Mengjie's heart was still pounding when she sat down, thankful that she hadn't said anything disrespectful to Huo Yuhao.

Leng Yaozhu pursed her lips and glanced at Huo Yuhao with a complicated expression.

The thought of how she had once treated this Spirit Ice Ancestor as an ignorant child made her want to disappear into a crack in the ground.

Those expressions of "concern," those "admonitions," that elder-like tone—looking back now, every single one of them was a scene of utter social embarrassment!

She took a deep breath and forced her expressionless gaze away, but her heart was in turmoil.

If we were to name the most panicked person among them, it would undoubtedly be Soul Suppressing Douluo.

He was still reeling from the shock of Huo Yuhao being the Spirit Ice Ancestor, his mind completely occupied by that, oblivious to everything else. But now, having barely calmed down, an even more pressing matter suddenly surged into his mind—his beloved Zhao Yao, the daughter of the ancestor, seemed—it seemed—probably—to have fabricated rumors about the Spirit Ice Ancestor, to have spread gossip about him?

If those words reached the ears of our ancestors—

In that instant, Soul Suppressing Douluo felt everything go black before his eyes, and his future seemed utterly bleak.

He probably won't be able to stay at the Spirit Pagoda any longer.

Let's think about how to "die" in a more dignified way.

Su Tong watched the various reactions of everyone after learning Huo Yuhao's identity, a slight smile appeared on her lips, and a mischievous glint flashed in her eyes.

This is much more interesting than facing them.

Unlike Hua Yichen, Leng Yaozhu, Li Mengjie, and Soul Suppressing Douluo, most of the high-ranking members of the Spirit Pagoda do not have the worry of dying.

Most of them only officially came into contact with Huo Yuhao after his divine identity was exposed, by which time Huo Yuhao's status had already risen significantly.

Therefore, they always maintained a respectful attitude towards Huo Yuhao. With such an Formless barrier between them, their relationship was naturally not deep, and there were no embarrassing past events to face.

At most, the thought of how they had once paid homage to the spirit tablets of ancestors like Spirit Ice Ancestor and Su Tong made them a little uneasy, but it wasn't too bad.

They simply did what a descendant should do without knowing the truth; it's nothing special, and there's no need to feel embarrassed about it.

Of course, everything has two sides.

Qian Gu Dong Feng glanced at Hua Yichen and the others, who seemed troubled, and felt a lot of emotions.

Admittedly, they didn't have those troublesome past events, but they also lost something else—they failed to establish a relationship with their ancestor before his identity was revealed, making it difficult for them to advance further in front of him and gain his approval and trust.

It is foreseeable that these people, who are currently feeling extremely uneasy, may in the future see their status and strength rise along with this unforgettable past.

Oh, except maybe Soul Suppressing Douluo ----

Indeed, every gain has its loss; every bite and every sip is predetermined.

Huo Yuhao took in everyone's reactions. Seeing that many eyes had turned to the nine Soul Spirit behind him after everyone calmed down, he took the opportunity to introduce them, "They are my Soul Spirit, and also my partners who have supported me all the way. Several of them are also the first founders of the Spirit Pagoda. Their contributions to the perfection and promotion of the Soul Spirit Method are indispensable. It is only right that they be present on an occasion like today."

His gaze swept over his side, and he said in a steady and solemn tone, "Sky Dream Ice Silkworm, the first Million Year Soul Beast in the history of the continent, my First Soul Spirit. One of the Three Great Heavenly Kings of the Extreme North of the Ice Empress, my Ice Jade Emperor Scorpion Martial Soul originated from her and Tian Meng. Xie---- Li Ya ---- Bajiao ----"

As Huo Yuhao finished speaking, everyone respectfully greeted the great Soul Spirit: "Greetings, Ancestor Tian Meng! Greetings, Ancestor Ice Empress ----"

Because their families have Soul Spirit Ancestor and the Spirit Pagoda has high-ranking Soul Beast, the people are not averse to bowing to Soul Spirit.

Moreover, Spirit Ice Ancestor has already spoken. Tian Meng and the others are the first generation members of the Spirit Pagoda, and they seem to have been of great help to Spirit Ice Ancestor. If the Ancestor can respect them, then they naturally deserve to be called "Ancestor" by everyone.

Upon hearing the title "ancestor," Sky Dream Ice Silkworm felt an unprecedented sense of respect, and immediately felt that all the grievances she had suffered in the Extreme North were insignificant.

He may not have much influence in the Extreme North, but in the Spirit Pagoda, with Yuhao around, his influence is off the charts!

Thinking of this, Tian Meng looked at Huo Yuhao with emotion— Yuhao was still the best to her! Just listen to the impressive introduction: Yuhao's First Soul Spirit, the first Million Year Soul Beast in the history of the continent, even Yuhao's Second Martial Soul was related to him----

He then asked, "Who else?!"

However, despite being so excited he felt like he was floating on air, Tian Meng didn't jump around like he did in the Extreme North. Now that he was the patriarch of the Spirit Pagoda, he had to keep his composure and not embarrass himself or Yuhao.

Ice Empress had seen this kind of scene many times before, and didn't show Amorous. She just glanced at Huo Yuhao with a helpless smile and a look of satisfaction in her eyes.

However, the members of the Spirit Pagoda paid considerable attention to the Ice Empress, with their level of interest no less than that of the unprecedented million-year-old Soul Spirit Sky Dream Ice Silkworm.

Who can blame them when there are Unofficial History claiming that Huo Yuhao is actually the Human Form Re-cultivation the Ice Empress? Although this has now been proven false, those who think about this can't help but take a closer look at the Ice Empress.

Especially Hua Yichen, looking at the Ice Empress, suddenly recalled the scene when he first met the Spirit Ice Ancestor —at that time, he seemed to have talked to the Spirit Ice Ancestor about the matter of "Spirit Ice Douluo being the Ice Empress in human form"?

Oh no, his dead memories are attacking him again!

Of all the Soul Spirit, the Evil Emperor's current feeling is the strangest.

After all, of the three major gathering places of Soul Beast on the continent in the past, the rulers of the two major gathering places now sit in the Spirit Pagoda and hold high positions. Only he has become a Soul Spirit.

This made him feel a little regretful, and he felt a pang of remorse for his initial choice.

However, now that he has been recognized by Huo Yuhao, he can be considered a legitimate elder of the Spirit Pagoda. Moreover, he will become a god along with Huo Yuhao and Eternal Life Undying. This result is not bad.

After everyone had a moment to process what was happening, Huo Yuhao spoke again, "There is another elder, my teacher, who is the true founder of the Soul Spirit System. The development of the Soul Spirit System back then was inseparable from my teacher's guidance."

"But due to certain reasons, the teacher wasn't given the opportunity to speak back then, and I've felt unworthy of this praise over the years. Unfortunately, the teacher had important matters to attend to and couldn't be present today. I hope to introduce them to you all at a future opportunity."

Huo Yuhao's words caused another stir in the hall.

Spirit Ice Ancestor's teacher? The true founder of the Soul Spirit System?

What kind of person must they be to command such respect from Spirit Ice Ancestor?

The group exchanged bewildered glances, their minds churning with questions. But Huo Yuhao hadn't explained, they hesitated to press him for clarification.

Huo Yuhao's revelation of the Soul Spirit System was not solely his achievement, nor did it affect his prestige among the members of the Spirit Pagoda.

After all, he was the founder of their Spirit Pagoda, and he was also the one who established connections with the two major gathering places of Soul Beast and promoted the Soul Spirit System.

How could the other party's achievement be limited to just establishing the Soul Spirit System?

For Ten Thousand Years, the name of Spirit Ice Douluo has been integrated into every cornerstone of the Spirit Pagoda. Regardless of his achievements in the Soul Spirit System, he is the unshakable foundation of this behemoth.

At this moment, Huo Yuhao took the initiative to vindicate his teacher, which not only did not diminish his prestige in the slightest, but also made many people more convinced of his authority.

As the topic faded, Huo Yuhao glanced at Qian Gu Qingfeng below, who seemed hesitant to speak, and gave him a questioning look.

I know you have many questions now, so please feel free to speak your mind.

Qian Gu Qingfeng was taken aback, then looked at the smiling Su Tong beside him, and then at Ye Guyi and Ji Juechen. After a moment of silence, he finally asked, "Ancestor Su Tong once said that we would know soon why they were able to reappear in the world after Ten Thousand Years. Now that I know that you are Spirit Ice Ancestor, I understand a little better - you have obviously become a god, and the news that you failed to become a god Ten Thousand Years Ago is obviously false."

I suppose that the fact that Su Tong's ancestors and others were able to survive for Ten Thousand Years years is also related to you, but I still have some doubts."

"When you disappeared, you didn't take Su Tong and the others with you. How did they survive for Ten Thousand Years years? Did you, ancestor, possess the secret to immortality?"

As soon as he said that, many people perked up their ears.

This was also the question that arose in their minds after meeting Su Tong and the other two: only those who become gods can achieve immortality—this has been an ironclad law on the continent for Ten Thousand Years. In their view, Huo Yuhao had clearly become a god Ten Thousand Years Ago ago, as evidenced by the commotion surrounding Huo Yuhao "return" to God Rank. After all, without the foundation of a god, how could one break through the suppression of a plane?

However, the three ancestors, Su Tong, Ye Guyi, and Ji Juechen, should not have become gods, yet they all lived for Ten Thousand Years, which is completely illogical.

Qian Gu Qingfeng stared intently at Huo Yuhao, the one who cared most about this matter, since his current research on brain development was also related to immortality.

The secret to immortality----

Huo Yuhao glanced in Di Tian's direction and gently shook his head. "I did indeed research a pseudo-method for immortality, but it's not practical. Moreover, Su Tong and the others being alive until now has nothing to do with it. They were simply sealed away by my arrangement, their life force preserved, until I returned and awakened them."

Upon hearing Huo Yuhao's words, everyone was immediately taken aback.

Is it not immortality, but a seal?

However, this method cannot essentially extend lifespan; its only purpose is to carry our ancestors into the future.

What's the point of this?

Han Tianyi fell into deep thought.

Is it so that when the Spirit Pagoda is weakened, future generations can awaken their ancestors, allowing the Spirit Pagoda's foundation to emerge and recreate its former glory?

Or should we wait patiently for the right opportunity, allowing our ancestors to await their chance to become gods in the future?

Upon considering the second possibility, Han Tianyi's breath hitched, and a glint of light flashed in his eyes as he looked at Huo Yuhao.

This was not a baseless association on his part.

After all—from what he just said, one can tell what kind of person Spirit Ice Ancestor was.

Their ancestor was undoubtedly a person of great loyalty and affection.

For a person who has already become a god, enjoying immortality and possessing deep feelings and loyalty, what would he most like to do?

Naturally, it's about making your relatives and friends into gods!

However, records from ancient times to the present show that when a person becomes a god, the number of people they can take with them to the Divine Realm is limited.

Perhaps it was for this reason that our ancestors made this decision.

But—if that's truly the case, does the fact that our ancestors have now broken the seals on Su Tong and the others mean that this era holds the potential to become a god?

Thinking of this, Han Tianyi's breathing became even heavier.

If that's the case, perhaps they can also take this opportunity to glimpse the realm of God Rank.

Upon hearing Huo Yuhao's words, Qian Gu Qingfeng didn't think too much about it. His attention was focused on the seemingly plausible method of immortality. "Ancestor, may I discuss your method of immortality with you?"

"My research and your research are not on the same path." Huo Yuhao shook his head first, then added, "However, if you really want to explore this, there will be opportunities in the future."

Qian Gu Qingfeng nodded and said no more.

The room fell silent for a moment. Huo Yuhao looked at the silent crowd below and said, "If there are no other questions or thoughts, let's get down to business."

At this moment, Leng Yaozhu glanced at Huo Yuhao with a complicated expression, took a deep breath, and stood up, saying, "Ancestor, I wish to pass on my position as Deputy Pagoda Master to Gu Yuena!"

This was an idea she had long held. She only had one disciple, and even though the other party had a special status, she wanted to hand over the Deputy Pagoda Master to Gu Yuena —not to curry favor with Huo Yuhao, but as a teacher's heartfelt concern and entrustment to her disciple.

As soon as Leng Yaozhu said this, many people immediately turned their attention to Gu Yuena, their eyes filled with thought.

Given Gu Yuena's status, abilities, and strength, there was absolutely no problem with her succeeding as the Deputy Pagoda Master; that wasn't what they were thinking about.

They were thinking that the relationship between Spirit Ice Ancestor and Her Majesty Gu Yuena was very close, and since Huo Yuhao was the ancestor of their Spirit Pagoda, then who was Gu Yuena?

Previously, they were so shocked by various news reports that they overlooked this matter. Now, thinking about it, the identity of this "reincarnation of a deity" like the Spirit Ice Ancestor is also worth exploring.

Some people who noticed the change in seating arrangement, such as Ji Xuanqiu, felt their eyelids twitch and a terrible guess formed in their minds.

Huo Yuhao is the Spirit Ice Ancestor, and the change in seating arrangement today is enough to show that the seating arrangement today is based on the custom from Ten Thousand Years Ago.

Gu Yuena ranks above the Di Tian Tower Master and belongs to the Star Dou Great Forest faction. Could it be that she is the true ruler of the Star Dou Great Forest? The true Beast God?