# Chapter 1777: Ancient Saint Clan Burial Ground
War King Academy, Mountain Beyond Mountains, ethereal law aura permeated the air. At this moment, there was an ancient path, and along this path stood statues, each one a powerful emperor containing terrifying will.
Ji Wuyou was currently advancing step by step along this ancient path. With every step he took, a terrifying will immediately came to kill him, transforming into an ancient emperor's silhouette containing terrifying power, attacking him.
"Boom!" An explosive sound rang out, and Ji Wuyou was once again blasted back to his original position. Outside the ancient path, his sharp, piercing eyes grew even colder and keener.
"Still only ten zhang. Half a year now, and on this ancient path, I can only advance ten zhang." Rolling aura emanated from Ji Wuyou's body. The Azure Dragon Totem coiled around him, radiating boundless light, the sacred qi of the Azure Dragon rolling forth, containing supreme pressure. Yet even so, the statues standing erect on the ancient path seemed like vengeful gods, blocking his every step.
"Wuyou, ten zhang is already quite remarkable. I can only advance five zhang now. I heard from the ancestor that back when your elder brother was at the Low-rank Emperor realm, he could only advance twenty zhang. If you continue to work hard, you'll eventually be able to reach fifteen zhang." Behind Ji Wuyou, Yu Wenjing stepped forward and spoke softly.
"No, how can I be so far behind my elder brother? If so, everyone will say that I, Ji Wuyou, am living under the shadow of my elder brother." Ji Wuyou shook his head slightly, then turned back to look at Yu Wenjing, a trace of tenderness appearing on his face. He touched her cheek and smiled. "Your man won't be inferior to anyone, not even if that person is my elder brother, Ji Shang."
"I believe in you. I'll continue cultivating in the Four Seasons Valley." Yu Wenjing smiled gently. Over the past half year, the Zhutian Ancestor had taken good care of them, providing them with a cultivation environment. Both of them had made great progress during this time, their strength seemingly having risen a level. Ji Wuyou in particular was getting closer and closer to the Mid-rank Emperor realm. When he broke through, he would surely challenge the rankings on the Hidden King List: Earth List.
Of course, Yu Wenjing understood very well that the Zhutian Ancestor took care of them partly because of their talent, but more so because of Ji Shang. Ji Wuyou was also aware of this, which was why he wanted to become stronger. He deeply respected his elder brother Ji Shang, but he absolutely refused to let everyone see him as merely an appendage, a being living in his brother's radiance.
However, in the War King Academy, which genius was not under the radiance of Ji Shang? Whenever an absolute monstrous prodigy was born, countless geniuses were inevitably reduced to mere foils. This was the iron law of history. Even if many prodigies rose together in the same era, in the end, only one could stand at the highest point. Even Ji Shang had his own pressure — the one who had been enfeoffed as king, Ying Cheng.
Heavenly Terrace had become increasingly lively over the past half year, and Yun Qingyan had no small part in this. She was very enthusiastic about Heavenly Terrace affairs, helping it grow considerably. At the same time, under Hou Qinglin's leadership, Heavenly Terrace had undergone constant bloody tempering over these six months, earning him greater respect. This man was extremely decisive in his actions and valued loyalty above all. Every time he carried out the Xuan Hall's training missions, he always shouldered the most dangerous tasks himself. Yet when it came to distributing benefits, he was always fair and impartial, showing no favoritism.
Heavenly Terrace's reputation grew louder and louder among the Low-rank Emperor circles of War King Academy, even attracting the attention of many Mid-rank Emperor experts. Meanwhile, the once-prosperous and arrogant Star Gate seemed increasingly dim. Compared to Heavenly Terrace, the domineering and bullying Star Gate was now ignored by all. If not for being an affiliate of Ji Gate, its situation would likely be even more pitiful. Of course, all of this was also because one person from Ji Gate had been absent all this time — Ji Wuyou.
At this moment, in Lin Feng's courtyard, which was also the location of Heavenly Terrace, everyone was looking at Hou Qinglin, a strange light flickering in their eyes.
"Hou Qinglin, you're too ruthless. In half a year, we've already undergone eight Xuan Hall training missions, with never more than two days of rest in between. And now, after only one day of rest, you want to go out on such a dangerous mission again." Yun Qingyan looked at Hou Qinglin, somewhat moved. This guy was too ruthless.
"Martial arts cultivation is about seizing every moment. In War King Academy, if you don't grow stronger, you're regressing." Hou Qinglin's gaze was deep, a hint of sharpness hidden within. Only through constant bloody tempering could one grow. The Xuan Hall provided them with excellent opportunities; they never had to worry about lacking training missions.
"Fine, you win. But that guy Lin Feng is strange. He's been so calm these past six months, in seclusion the whole time, never once stepping out." Yun Qingyan was speechless about that guy. Ever since the ten-year celebration ended, Lin Feng hadn't come out.
"That day, he seemed to have an epiphany. When he comes out this time, there will surely be gains." Hou Qinglin murmured. That guy Lin Feng was definitely a martial arts fanatic who never wasted time. If seclusion were useless, he would definitely come out and train.
"Let's hope so." Yun Qingyan's beautiful eyes flickered. She secretly thought, that guy was outshone by Ji Wuyou that day, and the Zhutian Ancestor refused to help him. He wouldn't be feeling pressured, would he?
"Whoosh!" Just then, a gust of wind swept by, and a scorching aura spread out. Wu's figure suddenly appeared in the courtyard.
"Wu, why are you always like this?" Yun Qingyan said displeasedly.
"We need to change our training mission this time." A sharp light flickered in Wu's eyes.
Hou Qinglin's brow furrowed. Although Wu was impatient, he never spoke nonsense. If he spoke, there must be a reason.
"Why?" Hou Qinglin asked.
"Intelligence from the Xuan Hall. In Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital, the burial ground of the Tian Yan Holy Clan has appeared." A sharp gleam shone in Wu's eyes. The Tian Yan Holy Clan had only revealed an underground palace before, seemingly deliberately left for later generations to discover. But where the true small world of the Tian Yan Holy Clan was, no one knew. Now that a burial ground had appeared, it was likely that the Tian Yan Holy Clan was about to see the light of day again.
"Tian Yan Holy Clan." A sharp light flashed in everyone's eyes. This ancient saint clan that had once dominated Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital was naturally known to those present. Especially since the appearance of the Tian Yan Holy Clan's underground palace had previously caused quite a stir in Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital. Now, the true ruins of the Tian Yan Holy Clan had been unearthed.
"What does everyone think?" Hou Qinglin looked at the crowd. The appearance of the Tian Yan Holy Clan's burial ground was indeed a major event. It would likely attract countless experts, including even Emperor-level powerhouses. Therefore, he was still somewhat hesitant. If many Emperor-level experts set foot there, it would be difficult for them to gain any benefits.
"Go to Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital, to the Tian Yan Holy Clan." At this moment, a voice came from the corridor of the inner courtyard. Then everyone saw a figure in a white robe slowly step out. It was Lin Feng.
"You finally decided to come out." Yun Qingyan glared at Lin Feng when she saw him. A full half year in seclusion, yet during this time, many things had happened in Heavenly Terrace. For instance, the provocations and suppression from Star Gate. If not for Hou Qinglin and the others' extraordinary strength and decisive methods, Heavenly Terrace might not have lasted until now.
"Lin Feng, you think we should go to Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital?" Hou Qinglin asked Lin Feng.
"Yes. Before the Tian Yan Holy Clan was destroyed, they should have had time to prepare. They left that underground palace for their descendants. Now that a burial ground has appeared, it should also be related to inheritance. They won't let Emperor-level experts trample over it easily." Lin Feng said slowly. Yan Di was the crown prince of the Tian Yan Holy Clan, and the Wuji Heavenly Emperor was also connected to the Tian Yan Holy Clan. Since the ruins of the Tian Yan Holy Clan had appeared in Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital, he definitely had to go take a look.
"I also agree to go to Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital." Tian Chi said slowly.
"Go to the ancient capital."
Everyone spoke one after another, unanimously deciding to head to Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital, to the site of the Tian Yan Holy Clan ruins.
"When do we set out?" Yun Qingyan asked.
"Now. Since we've received the news, others know about it too. Furthermore, the other three academies will all find out and will rush to Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital as well. Better early than late." Lin Feng said.
"Let's go." Hou Qinglin stood up. Immediately, everyone rose and flickered out of the courtyard, setting off at once.
Just as Lin Feng and the others had predicted, at this moment, Ji Gate, Star Gate, and Moon Gate had gathered together. A powerful expert in front looked at the crowd and said, "News from the Xuan Hall: the true ruins of the Tian Yan Holy Clan have appeared in Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital. We missed it last time. If we move quickly this time, it's an opportunity. No one can predict what benefits might be gained from the ruins of an ancient saint clan. Therefore, I have gathered Star Gate and Moon Gate. Those willing to go, follow me."
"Yu Wenhou, you take charge of Star Gate's people." That person looked at Yu Wenhou in the crowd.
Yu Wenhou's eyes flickered, and he spoke, "Ji Wuyou and Yu Wenjing are still cultivating at Mountain Beyond Mountains under the Zhutian Ancestor. Should we notify them?"
"Since they're with the ancestor, let it be. With the ancestor's help, their cultivation will surely advance rapidly." That person said. But just then, two figures came rolling in. The crowd turned their gazes and saw Ji Wuyou and Yu Wenjing.
"How could I miss the ruins of an ancient saint clan?" Ji Wuyou said softly. Everyone nodded.
At the same time, from Heavenly God Academy, Eternal Ancient Academy, and Spring Autumn Academy, news spread of the appearance of the Tian Yan Holy Clan's burial ruins in Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital, attracting countless outstanding individuals to rush to Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital. It seemed a storm was brewing!