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On the field.

After a moment of silence.

Suddenly, a cold laugh rang out:

"I know what you're planning. Don't try to delay; it's useless. Don't treat us like greenhorns."

The silence was broken, followed by another voice of agreement:

"That's right, little girl, you've grown up and you probably haven't even seen anyone from the Liu Clan."

At the same time, mocking laughter rang out.

Qin Li frowned slightly.

In fact, she didn't have much contact with the Liu Clan.

And it was only after her strength had increased that the Liu Clan's attitude was relatively acceptable.

In fact, what Qin Li didn't know was...

What truly put these people at ease was precisely their attitude.

That's too kind of you.

The Shen Clan had contact with the Liu Clan.

The Liu Clan is a force with extremely fierce internal competition.

Even if someone is born directly into the Liu Clan, if they lack bloodline and cannot reach a certain level at a certain age, they cannot obtain Liu Clan member's identity token.

Those who obtain the Liu Clan identity token are fully qualified to represent the Liu Clan when facing forces weaker than the Liu Clan overall.

The Liu Clan is domineering, almost to the point of being unreasonable.

Who is right and who is wrong is not important.

Importantly, the Liu Clan are accustomed to defining what is right and what is wrong.

Take today's incident, for example. Even if we disregard their ambush here, and even if they were just passing by, if they really got into a fight with the Liu Clan, they would most likely end up with the conclusion that "they're in the way, and being in the way is wrong."

Needless to say, they specifically laid an ambush here, which clearly indicates they had ulterior motives.

If it were a normal Liu Clan, they would most likely have taken out the Liu Clan's decree to seek justice for themselves.

Is it really necessary to waste words on them?

Not to mention, the old man and the young man looked like servants, and there was no trace of them following the Liu Clan.

"If you cooperate obediently, I might give you another chance; otherwise..."

The voice let out a cold laugh, saying nothing more, but the meaning was self-evident.

After a slight pause, he raised his hand and pointed at Gu Chen, saying:

"You must be one of the Huang Clan bloodlines, right? Go on, your Huang Clan Ancient Coffin is down there. If you can open it, you can leave this place."

Upon hearing this, Gu Chen was taken aback.

Me?

Is there anything about myself that seems to have a connection to the Huang Clan?

However, upon further reflection, Gu Chen didn't dwell on it.

He then got up and walked towards the area below the statue.

Okay, I'll go then. First, I'll complete the sign-in task.

As for starting it up, we'll make plans later.

Far away.

After hearing what the other person said, Du Niansheng also gave Gu Chen a deep look, his eyes showing a hint of realization.

"No wonder he took her as his disciple. I never imagined she was a descendant of that Huang Clan member. Judging from her appearance, she must possess the ultimate bloodline."

That Huang Clan expert back then was indeed a renowned figure.

Although the Huang Clan has declined for many years, the last bloodline still offers a glimmer of hope.

If they grow well, they have every opportunity to surpass their predecessors and reach a position even stronger than their bloodline.

As for why the surname is "Gu," it is clearly a means of disguise and protection.

In an instant, Du Niansheng gained a new understanding of this Aptitude of a Great Emperor:

"It seems that this acceptance of disciples is not a casual act. The Liu Clan's prodigy does not seek fame to dominate the world, yet he travels the world in such a way, gathering talent and laying the groundwork for future developments. The Liu Clan's strategies are truly extraordinary!"

After saying that, Du Niansheng shook his head.

Thinking about these things is pointless.

Right now, the more important thing is to take this opportunity to make a good impression.

And, let's wait a little longer and let these people continue for a while.

The Aptitude of a Great Emperor is unaware of his own identity does not mean he has no identity.

Unless this group also has a comparable background, otherwise...

When Du Niansheng had control of the situation.

On the other side.

Beneath the statue, Gu Chen pushed open an entrance and stepped inside.

Six people immediately followed him inside.

The already cramped entrance suddenly felt even more crowded.

After walking for a while...

The road has come to an end.

In front, there is a rather large golden long coffin placed on the ground. It is majestic and heavy. There is a word "emperor" on its surface, which is clearly written by the same person as the word on the chest of the statue.

Gu Chen stopped in front of the long coffin.

He whispered in his heart:

"System, check-in."

As soon as he finished speaking, a moment later, the task information in the system changed.

The part about signing in before the Huang Clan Ancient Coffin in the mission details has disappeared, leaving only the task of opening the Huang Clan Ancient Coffin.

"Will the reward be issued only after everything is completed?"

Gu Chen murmured to himself, his gaze returning to the Huang Clan Ancient Coffin.

This was the first time he had ever encountered an ancient coffin, or rather, an ancient coffin left behind by such a powerful individual.

Suddenly, an idea flashed through Gu Chen's mind:

"Master said that Junior Brother Zhong has a penchant for grave robbing. Does that count too?"

With just a thought, Gu Chen put his mind at ease.

The current situation doesn't offer much freedom.

At this moment, a voice said:

"Don't waste time, drip your essence blood onto the long coffin."

As he spoke, a powerful pressure descended upon his body.

A feeling of being manipulated and out of control immediately welled up in Gu Chen's heart.

"The Misty Clear Realm is still too far away. It will probably take some time for the sect's experts to arrive."

Gu Chen thought to himself, sensing the other party's restless desire.

At that moment, he channeled his power to force out a drop of essence blood.

Boom!

As soon as the essence blood was released, an aura surged forth from it, carrying a domineering feel that was far beyond what ordinary cultivators could possess.

"As expected!"

Those behind, witnessing this scene, had already formed a general understanding of the situation.

There shouldn't be any problems...

Just then, the blood essence fell onto the long coffin.

It absorbed everything instantly, like a sponge absorbing water.

This scene left Gu Chen somewhat incredulous.

"Can it be done?"

The idea had just appeared.

The next moment.

Suddenly, the long coffin materialized into a human mouth.

"Pooh!"

The simple voice, conveying such utter disdain, made Gu Chen's eyes widen slightly.

Everyone thought it would actually work, but then it all came back to haunt them?!

"Oh shit!"

A powerful figure from the rear immediately spoke up impatiently:

"Fake! You've wasted my feelings! Die!"

As he spoke, a sudden surge of energy erupted within him.

At this moment, outside the statue, Huang Jiuzhao's expression changed, and he hurriedly shouted:

"The one with the bloodline isn't him, it's me!"

Upon hearing this, Huang Zhan's expression changed drastically, but after glancing at the entrance to the statue, he could only sigh helplessly in the end.

If I hadn't been so careless back then, perhaps things wouldn't have escalated to this point.

"You?"

As Huang Jiuzhao finished speaking, a figure made a grasping motion in the air, grabbed him, and pulled him into the interior of the statue.

At the same time, another voice said:

"How boring. Such an aura, where is there even a trace of bloodline? It's just a delaying tactic, a mere eke out a living."

Another powerful figure looked at Huang Zhan and Qin Li and commanded:

"Call for help! If you don't summon someone who can open the ancient coffin today, none of you will leave here alive!"