The following day, a storm that shocked everyone swept through the Heavenly Cloud Manor. The Taiyi Star Disk had appeared at fifth place on the Heavenly Cloud Sacred Artifact Ranking! This news astonished everyone in the Heavenly Cloud Manor, and at the same time, filled them with ecstatic joy. Even the Orchid Sword Saint of the Ouyang Clan, whose Orchid Sword was ranked only seventh on the Heavenly Cloud Sacred Artifact Ranking, had achieved fifth place thanks to the Taiyi Star Disk. This was undoubtedly a sign of a bright future for the Heavenly Cloud Manor Heavenly Cloud Manor, and an inspiration to all array masters!
Most people in the Heavenly Cloud Manor were unaware of why the Taiyi Star Disk had suddenly appeared on the Heavenly Cloud Sacred Artifact Ranking. For those who did know, in addition to their surprise, their gratitude towards Xiao Yan deepened even further.
The Taiyi Star Disk's appearance on the Heavenly Cloud Sacred Artifact Ranking, while insignificant in itself, was an inspiration to the others in the Heavenly Cloud Manor. Furthermore, on this day, many array masters achieved breakthroughs as a result. This was great news for both individuals and the Heavenly Cloud Manor. Ultimately, however, the reason for all of this can be attributed to Xiao Yan.
Upon being named on the list, Heavenly Cloud Manor was in a state of euphoria for the entire day, and for some time to come. Apart from the elders who remained relatively calm, even some of the stewards were laughing heartily all day long, which showed just how excited they were.
In a small courtyard somewhere in the manor, Luo Ao was leisurely reclining in a chair, holding a teapot in his hand, his old eyes slightly closed. The dense branches and leaves of the treetops above shielded him from the glaring sunlight. Under the clear sky, the old man seemed to have a certain leisurely and carefree mood.
Outside the courtyard, Xiao Yan arrived accompanied by Luo Jin. Before even stepping inside, the two saw Luo Ao looking relaxed and carefree. Although his face didn't show much expression, they could imagine how happy the old man was. The restoration of the Taiyi Star Disk and his ranking fifth on the list, even surpassing the Orchid Sword and ranking below the Phoenix-Locking Spear, were major events that caused a stir throughout the clan. Luo Ao was naturally no exception, but he was only reluctantly keeping quiet because of his status as an elder.
"Hehe, little guy, I really have to thank you this time."
As Xiao Yan and Luo Ao entered the courtyard, Luo Ao noticed them and immediately sat up, putting the teapot aside and smiling at Xiao Yan.
"Hehe, you're being too polite with me, senior. To be honest, it was Heavenly Cloud Manor that saved our lives."
"Haha, it seems you're tired of hearing these words today. Let's not talk about that anymore, let's tell you why you've come to see me."
Upon hearing this, Luo Ao smiled faintly and made a teasing remark. The latter couldn't help but sigh helplessly. Then, he flipped his hand, and the huge black ruler fell into his hand. It was the Heavy Xuan Ruler.
"Senior, do you still remember our promise? You said that once we reached the Central Region, you would completely repair the Heavy Xuan Ruler for me. I will have to rely on you for this."
As he spoke, Xiao Yan's expression gradually became serious. The Heavy Xuan Ruler was different from other objects, and he would be extremely meticulous in this matter.
However, upon seeing the Heavy Xuan Ruler, Luo Ao, and Luo Jin, who was currently beside Xiao Yan, couldn't help but slightly change their expressions. The grandfather and grandson exchanged a glance, and then hesitantly said:
"Young man, I will help you repair the Heavy Xuan Ruler, but before that, there is something I must remind you: the Heavy Xuan Ruler in your hands may bring you trouble."
"Trouble?"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan frowned immediately, his grip on the Heavy Xuan Ruler tightening unconsciously. His gaze towards Luo Ao was filled with suspicion. He didn't doubt Luo Ao's words, but he was curious: the Heavy Xuan Ruler was just a weapon, so what trouble could it possibly cause?
"Little fellow, do you know where the Heavy Xuan Ruler came from, and who forged it?"
Seeing the look of confusion on Xiao Yan's face, Luo Ao smiled slightly, looking at the latter with a playful expression, and said.
Xiao Yan was somewhat taken aback by this. He had obtained the Heavy Xuan Ruler Yao Lao Yao Lao, who had only mentioned that he had acquired it by chance in an Ancient Emperor's Cave Mansion. He knew nothing else about it, so he was even more confused as to why Luo Ao was asking such a question.
"Haha, the Heavy Xuan Ruler was forged by one of the ancestors of my Luo Clan. Besides studying formations, my Luo Clan ancestors were also quite knowledgeable in weapon crafting. This Heavy Xuan Ruler was made by my Luo Family Ancestor, and another one was also forged at the same time. Therefore, the Heavy Xuan Ruler in your hand is not the only one."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan was immediately shocked. This news was truly astonishing to him. He never imagined that the Heavy Xuan Ruler would be made by the Luo Family Ancestor, and that it was even divided into two. This was simply unbelievable. At the same time, what puzzled Xiao Yan was why, if the Heavy Xuan Ruler was made by the Luo Family Ancestor, it would appear on the Dou Qi Continent.
Luo Ao offered no explanation for this, but continued:
"Although the two giant rulers are identical in appearance, their materials are completely different. The Heavy Xuan Ruler is made of Flame-Fallen Black Iron, which is hard and heavy and has the effect of condensing Dou Qi Origin Qi. The other one is called the Black Jade Ruler, which is made of Heavenly Black Jade. It is said that once the two giant rulers are fused together, they will be indestructible. The Black Jade Ruler is currently in the hands of a young junior of the Bai Clan, one of the three major clans. It is said that he also values his Black Jade Ruler very much. If you encounter him, a battle is probably inevitable."
After Luo Ao finished speaking, Xiao Yan finally understood that the so-called trouble was actually the owner of another Black Jade Ruler. In that case, his Heavy Xuan Ruler and that other Black Jade Ruler would probably have to contend with each other sooner or later!
What truly troubled Xiao Yan was that the owner of the ruler was a member of the Bai Clan, one of the three major clans. As things stood, Xiao Yan didn't truly understand the Xiao Clan of the Central Region, let alone trust them. If a conflict arose with the Bai Clan because of the Heavy Xuan Ruler, things would become very difficult. The Bai Clan was one of the three major clans, and their power was no less than that of the Xiao Clan. If the Xiao Clan refused to see him to avoid trouble, it wouldn't be so bad if he faced it alone, but he feared that it would implicate Xiao Yi Xian and others, and even Xiao Xuan.
However, before Xiao Yan could fully consider the matter, Luo Ao's next words were even more astonishing.