# Chapter 2039: Undercurrents
On the vast and boundless continent, there existed a kingdom where snow fell year-round, as beautiful as a painting.
In this snowy kingdom grew many strange plants, the intertwined snow trees all being ancient varieties over ten thousand years old.
At this moment, in a certain sacred place within this snowy kingdom, the surroundings were filled with the same strange snow trees. On the trees bloomed snow-like lotuses, from which strands of immortal intent seemed to emanate.
Ahead, surrounded by the sacred snow trees, stood a holy altar. Upon the altar appeared stone walls, on which were many human-shaped lotuses, with faint radiance blooming from within, exceptionally beautiful.
Among them, in a row of lotuses, three snow lotuses bloomed with particularly dazzling and beautiful light, shining brighter than the others. The two in the very center were the most resplendent, as if they were the kings among snow lotuses.
Beside these two snow lotuses, another snow lotus also resembled a king, carrying a sacred and enchanting beauty. Though it had not bloomed as vigorously as the other two, it exuded a sense of elegance. Stranger still, within this lotus, a new lotus seemed to be gestating—a black lotus, radiating a terrifying aura that inspired fear.
"Excellent!" At this moment, before the altar, an old woman with white hair struck her staff heavily against the ground. A cracking sound rolled forth, and the entire snowy kingdom seemed to tremble, causing countless hearts to quiver as they wondered who had angered the Grandmother.
Standing beside this white-haired Grandmother were many elders, their expressions solemn as they stared at the strange phenomenon of the snow lotuses ahead, waves rising in their hearts.
This snowy kingdom was the mysterious and ancient Snow Clan.
"In these past hundred years, our Snow Clan has ushered in the most glorious era since ancient times—three kings vying for glory, no less than our clan's most powerful era countless years ago when five kings coexisted. Among the three kings, two are male and one is female. They come from different Snow Clan tribes, with only one lineage from our direct bloodline. Therefore, I decreed that the three kings grow in different ways—one cultivating in seclusion, one entering the world, and one hiding away."
"However, due to the accident back then, Linglong was sent away. I had the Divine Temple divine her fate, and Linglong possessed the destiny of a king. I decided to let her grow outside without interference, waiting until she became an emperor before welcoming her back to the clan. Kings mating with kings—I hoped to birth the strongest bloodline of our Snow Clan. Yet perhaps I trusted the Divine Temple too much. Now, the other two kings have grown strong, while Linglong outside is the weakest. And now, a demon seed has even been conceived."
The Grandmother's voice was very calm. They had once thought this might be an accident and observed for a time, but ultimately confirmed there was no mistake. Their Snow Clan's king had conceived offspring with an outsider, passing on the bloodline to outsiders. This brought shame to the Snow Clan and seemed to shatter their dream of kings mating with kings.
Everyone listened quietly. Within the Grandmother's calm words seemed to contain an icy fury. Everyone knew that the Grandmother was very angry now, extremely angry. It was she who had decided not to let Linglong return, she who had formulated the powerful strategy of kings mating with kings at the emperor realm. But now, their noble Snow Clan king had taken a man outside and conceived life—this she could not tolerate.
Even the Great Fate Art of the Fate Temple could make mistakes. Linglong was the slowest to grow among the three kings, and she did not pursue martial arts. She had actually passed on her bloodline to an outsider—how could she have the destiny of a king? She was defiling the Snow Clan's kingly bloodline.
"Go investigate. Where is she?" At this moment, the Grandmother spat out a cold voice.
"Grandmother," an elder beside her spoke up. "The Snow Clan's Xue Shenfeng is training in the Holy City Central Continent of the Qingxiao Continent. He said he saw traces of our Snow Clan at the War King Academy—a woman of exceptional beauty with an immortal aura about her. However, she is already the wife of another War King Academy disciple."
The Grandmother's brow twitched slightly, a cold gleam flashing in her eyes.
"Investigate thoroughly. Take Ao'er out for some training and bring her back." The Grandmother said in a low voice. Everyone nodded slightly. Their Snow Clan's Xue Linglong had actually conceived offspring with an outsider—she had to be brought back.
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In the Gu Yao Imperial Dynasty, a group of special guests arrived today. The Gu Yao Holy Maiden personally welcomed them. These visitors were from the Guang Han Palace.
At this moment, Xi Emperor's face was covered in frost, extremely cold and indifferent as she looked at Yiren Lei and the others. "Where is Lin Feng?"
"After leaving the ruins, Lin Feng was taken away by the Holy Spirit Dynasty's people. He hasn't appeared since. We don't know where he is now," a woman responded.
"He's still in the Holy Spirit Dynasty," the Gu Yao Holy Maiden said with a low laugh. "Speaking of Lin Feng, not only is he in the Holy Spirit Dynasty, but he's also had considerable fortune. After receiving the inheritance of the Holy Spirit Dynasty's ancestor saint, the Holy Spirit Dynasty had him mate with outstanding women of the dynasty to produce bloodline descendants. Now, Lin Feng is already the Holy Prince of the Holy Spirit Dynasty. His offspring will likely become the Holy Emperor."
Xi Emperor's expression turned cold, anger rising in her heart. That bastard Lin Feng.
But now, Lin Feng's status in the Holy Spirit Dynasty was extraordinary. It wouldn't be appropriate to charge into the dynasty to deal with him. A dynasty that had been passed down for countless years had terrifying foundations—deeper than those of the ancient holy clans. They would have to wait for an opportunity.
"I'll trouble the Holy Maiden to keep an eye on Lin Feng's movements. If he comes out, notify me immediately," Xi Emperor said to the Gu Yao Holy Maiden. The Gu Yao Imperial Dynasty was also a terrifying force. If they were to keep watch on someone, that person's movements would likely not escape their eyes.
"Senior Xi Emperor, rest assured. I will pay attention," the Gu Yao Holy Maiden replied with a light smile.
...
In the Tianci Dynasty, within the great hall, everyone's expressions were solemn, the atmosphere exceptionally oppressive.
"How is Chen'er's injury recovery?" The Holy Emperor on the main seat had a dark face as he spoke in a low voice.
"Fortunately. He should fully recover in a while," someone below responded, causing the Tianci Holy Emperor's expression to turn icy cold. "Among the martial emperor generation of my Tianci Dynasty, the three with the best talent—Yan'er was killed by Lin Feng, and Chen'er nearly met with disaster this time as well."
"And there's one who eats from the inside out," the Holy Empress beside the Holy Emperor said coldly, her gaze falling on Piaoxue with a hint of chill.
"It was Yan'er's own incompetence. What does it have to do with Piaoxue?" The Holy Emperor saw that the Holy Empress was still blaming Piaoxue and couldn't help but snort coldly. He then asked, "Any news of Lin Feng?"
"He's still in the Holy Spirit Dynasty and hasn't come out," someone reported.
"Keep an eye on him at all times," the Tianci Holy Emperor said coldly. Piaoxue's gaze froze, wanting to say something but ultimately giving up. She had defended Lin Feng before, saying it was her imperial brother who had voluntarily challenged Lin Feng and was killed by him, but she was attacked by the Holy Empress's faction.
"Yes, Holy Emperor," someone responded.
...
Lin Feng naturally knew nothing about the Snow Clan's affairs, nor did he know that many pairs of eyes outside were simultaneously fixed on him within the Holy Spirit Dynasty. During this period, Lin Feng lived a very ordinary life, yet also very warm. The child in Meng Qing's womb was growing larger. It was a boy. As martial arts experts, they could naturally easily sense whether the fetus was male or female.
"Lin Feng, have you thought of a name for the child?" In the martial soul world, Meng Qing and Lin Feng nestled together within the azure lotus, appearing exceptionally warm and sweet.
"Lin Zhetian. What do you think?" Lin Feng said to Meng Qing.
"Lin Zhetian..." Meng Qing murmured softly, then revealed a gentle smile. "If you like it, then I like it too."
"Then let it be Lin Zhetian." Lin Feng slightly raised his head, looking at the void, and said softly, "Our child—this sky cannot block his eyes. When martial arts reach the clouds, one hand covers the sky."
Meng Qing smiled gently, lying quietly in Lin Feng's embrace, and said softly, "What about the child in the Holy Spirit Dynasty?"
"The Holy Spirit Dynasty's people should name him," Lin Feng said with a smile. At this moment, in the outside world, the Holy Spirit Dynasty's people had come to find Lin Feng. However, Lin Feng had left a clone outside, so he didn't need to go out himself.
"Holy Prince." The old man of the Holy Spirit Dynasty slightly bowed to Lin Feng, showing even more respect than before.
"Is there something?" Lin Feng asked calmly.
"Holy Prince, the Qi Tian Holy Capital is now in turmoil, with many powerful figures gathering. Moreover, we've received news that many eyes are watching the Holy Prince. I came to tell the Holy Prince not to move about carelessly," the old man said to Lin Feng, causing Lin Feng's expression to freeze slightly. So many eyes were watching him.
"In the battle the other day, the elders of various dynasties were all present. Would they dare to make a move against me?" Lin Feng asked.
"Of course, they wouldn't dare to deal with the Holy Prince openly. However, the Qi Tian Holy Capital is too chaotic now, with complex forces intertwined. If someone makes a move, they won't let the Holy Prince know who they are. Therefore, even if the Holy Prince wants to go out, remember to notify us," the old man said. Lin Feng nodded slightly. It seemed that during the time he hadn't gone out, the Qi Tian Holy Capital, with the opening of the ancient saint ruins, must have experienced tremendous upheaval.
"I understand." Lin Feng nodded slightly. Before the child was born, he would stay quiet for a while.