Chapter 569 Tengyun the Cloudrider (Person Name)

When she first arrived at the Tianshan Mountains all those years ago, she ventured to the fringes of our human territory and slew 3 Golden Core Demon Kings. After claiming the Ice Soul Mountain as her domain, she went into seclusion there, often delving deep into the demon territory to hunt down more Demon Kings.

The Golden Core Clan Leader’s eyes gleamed with reverence as he spoke.

A flicker of excitement crossed his face as he couldn't help but exclaim in rapid succession, "That Aurora the Frost-Souled possesses truly formidable combat prowess. In merely 1 100 years, she has already slain 9 Golden Core demon kings."

"Why would she deliberately draw so much attention to herself? Could it be that she truly lacks funds, or does she simply not fear the wrath of the Demon Emperor?"

"Oh?"

Eldrin's eyes flickered slightly before he spoke, "Then do you know where Aurora the Frost-Souled is now?"

"She should be at the Icy Soul Mountain, right?" The Golden Core Clan Leader shook his head and said, "It's said that 50 years ago, during the moment of Heaven-Earth resonance, Aurora the Frost-Souled ascended the Celestial Mountain. I wonder if she managed to obtain the Heavenly Dao Qi (Spiritual Root)."

"Yet 50 years have passed since then. Perhaps she has already departed, but 1 cannot say for certain."

The Golden Core Clan Leader sighed and said, "The Ice Soul Mountain is likely over 30,000,000 li away from here. I have never met Aurora the Frost-Souled (Person Name) myself, only heard tales of her deeds."

Seeing that nothing more could be learned, Eldrin simply requested a map of the Heavenly Mountains before flying toward the Ice Soul Peak.

At their speed, it took merely a dozen or so days to arrive before the Ice Soul Mountain.

Upon arriving at the Ice Soul Mountain, Eldrin discovered that quite a few rogue cultivators resided upon its slopes. However, he could sense no presence of a Golden Core cultivator. The most powerful auras he detected were merely from a single Golden Core cultivator and 3 Violet Palace cultivators.

"That Golden Core cultivator's aura doesn't seem to belong to Lila."

Eldrin couldn't help but frown. Seeing this, Lyra suggested, "Let's go ask around. We might be able to gather some information."

"Very well."

Eldrin nodded slightly, and with a flick of his sleeve, soared toward the Icesoul Mountain.

At the northernmost reaches of the Tianshan Mountains, atop the Ice Soul Peak.

At this moment, atop the mountain peak, 3 Zi Mansion female cultivators were seated together within the grand hall, each bearing a somber expression.

The leading female cultivator of Purple Palace, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm) wore an exceptionally troubled expression as she spoke uncontrollably, "2 junior sisters, our master is currently trapped by the Snowfeather Aviarch Emperor within the ancient ruins with no means of escape."

"As disciples, it is our duty to share our master's burdens. If any of you have ideas, you should voice them."

The 2 other female cultivators also underwent drastic changes in expression, revealing traces of panic.

The woman in white on the left wore a frosty expression, gritting her silver teeth as she said, "According to reason, only a handful of us knew about our Master’s exploration of the ruins this time. How did the Snow Roc Demon Emperor find out?"

"Discussing this now is pointless. We should focus on finding a way to rescue our Master."

The woman on the right, with a rather enchanting appearance, suddenly spoke, "That Tengyun the Cloudrider (Person Name) has admired our Master for many years. Perhaps we should seek his aid."

"By then, not only will we rescue our master, but we shall also celebrate a joyous union."

The other 2 immediately changed their expressions upon hearing this. The leading female cultivator couldn’t help but rebuke, “Junior Sister, what nonsense are you speaking? Tengyun the Cloudrider (Person Name) already has over 300 concubines—our master rejected him long ago.”

"Although he has now broken through to the Nascent Soul Stage, he was once defeated by our Master. How dare he entertain the thought of taking her as his concubine? With our Master's innate talent, reaching the Nascent Soul Stage would be effortless for her. How could she ever tolerate such humiliation?"

"1 cannot put it that way," the enchanting woman's eyes sparkled subtly before she continued with a gentle smile, "Tengyun the Cloudrider (Person Name) is not merely a genuine Nascent Soul cultivator, but legends speak of an extraordinary origin beyond ordinary comprehension."

"If Master were to marry him, she might even be able to forge an Earth Grade Nascent Soul in the future."

"How dare you!"

The leading female cultivator’s expression shifted dramatically, her gaze turning icy as she stared at the enchanting woman and demanded, “The news of our master venturing deep into the demon realm—was it you who leaked it?”

"Giggle!"

Seeing that she had been discovered, the enchanting woman simply dropped her facade.

A coy smile danced in her enchanting eyes as she remarked, "For a frosty beauty like you, Master, wouldn't it be such a pity not to find an immortal partner to share eternity with?"

"To be frank, Tengyun the Cloudrider has long since entered the demon realm, waiting to infiltrate the ancient ruins and capture our master."

"Bitch?" The woman in white flared with rage, drawing her immortal sword as she shouted sharply, "What did that old fiend Teng Yun promise you, that you'd dare betray our master?!"

Seeing the 2 about to come to blows, the alluring woman swiftly retreated to a safe distance.

Then an overwhelmingly powerful aura swept over, instantly causing the 2 female cultivators' faces to pale.

Without warning, an elder clad in gray robes materialized ahead. His cultivation had reached Golden Core, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm), and his mere presence made the 2 instantly pale with despair.

"Please calm yourselves, Senior Sisters. This elder serves under Tengyun the Cloudrider (Person Name)."

The enchanting woman giggled, then said with a dreamy gaze, "Tengyun the Cloudrider (Person Name) promised me that if he could obtain our master, he would not only help me break through to the Golden Core, but also make me his favored concubine."

"You 2 are also rare beauties. The True Lord specifically instructed that you be brought back to serve as dual cultivation furnaces."

"How dare you!" The 2 women erupted in fury, summoning their magical treasures as they roared, "Even if I die, I will never let you succeed!"

As the words fell, 2 immortal sword treasures soared into the air and slashed down toward the enchanting woman.

"Overestimating your own abilities!"

The gray-robed elder let out a cold sneer, unleashing an overwhelming pressure that descended like a mountain. With a sweeping motion, he sent a palm strike crashing horizontally through the air.

With just a single palm strike, the 2 of them felt as if they had plummeted into an unfathomable abyss. The disparity in their cultivation realms was simply too vast—they stood no chance of resisting.

"Hmph—"

At that very moment, a cold snort rang out.

Once more, the sword radiance flashed into existence, only to vanish into imperceptibility in the next heartbeat. The 2 women felt the oppressive force before them dissipate into nothingness in that very instant.

Then, they saw a tall and slender figure striding over. Clad in snow-white robes, he approached with an air of serene composure.

Upon learning of this, the enchanting woman and the gray-robed elder finally collapsed, their very souls and physical forms already severed beyond recovery.

Only then did the 2 snap back to reality. The woman leading them promptly bowed and said, "We offer our deepest gratitude for your lifesaving grace, True Lord."

They bowed repeatedly in gratitude, yet their hearts were filled with immense dread. If this person could annihilate a Golden Core, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm) cultivator in the blink of an eye, their strength likely far surpassed that of an ordinary True Lord.

Eldrin nodded, gazing at the 2 as he inquired, "What are your names?"

"Junior Lin Xueqiong."

"Your junior, Su Muyan."

Eldrin gave a slight nod and said, "I now understand the whole story. Tell me where Chen Xingya has gone."

"This..."

Lin Xueqiong and Su Muwu were both astonished and overjoyed. Chen Xingya was the name of their master, yet on the Celestial Mountain, the cultivators who knew this name could be counted on 1 hand.

Judging by how he knew Chen Xingya's name and his actions, he was likely 1 of our own.

At this thought, they hastily handed a map to Eldrin and said, "Our master recently stumbled upon the ruins of the Frostwind Pavilion—a premier sect that flourished thousands of years ago."

"The current location is probably around here..."

Eldrin took the map and immediately transformed into a sword radiance alongside Lyra, soaring deep into the heart of the demonic realm.

After flying for several days, the Soul-Chasing Token finally resonated, locking onto Lila's location.