Douluo: Rainbow Cat, Blue Cat, Seven Swords and Dragon Rider

Chapter 520 Meeting Gu Yuan
Lan Hong annihilated the Soul Clan, and even the elders of the ancient clans dared not say a word, which made everyone realize how terrifying Lan Hong was.

These people were also investigating information about Lan Hong, but Lan Hong didn't care. All they could find out was what was on the surface.

A few days later, the group officially set off for the Ancient Realm. Upon entering the Ancient Realm, Xiao Yan felt a distinct difference.

"The spiritual energy here is much richer than outside! No wonder the people here are stronger."

"Please aboard, everyone!"

The ancient clan elders arranged for everyone to board the Shrinking Sky Boat; they would have two more days to reach their destination, the Ancient Sacred Mountains.

"The ancient clans are really rich and powerful, they even have such good things."

"Xiao Yan, do you know the true meaning of the ancient clan's coming-of-age ceremony?"

"Hmm? Does this coming-of-age ceremony have any other significance?"

"Of course, otherwise why would the ancient clans hold such a grand coming-of-age ceremony?"

This ancient clan's coming-of-age ceremony is held once every twenty years, which coincides with the opening of the Heavenly Tomb.

"The Heavenly Tomb? What's that?"

"The Heavenly Tomb is said to be a relic from ancient times, containing the tombs of many powerful figures."

It contains the energy imprints of many ancient powerful beings, and these imprints have transformed into their former appearances over the years. By defeating them, one can obtain the energy imprints, absorb them, and thus enhance one's strength.

Most importantly, time passes much more slowly inside the Heavenly Tomb than outside; five days inside the Heavenly Tomb are equivalent to only one day outside.

The tomb of Xiao Xuan, the ancestor of the Xiao clan, is also located there. If you enter the Heavenly Tomb and find Xiao Xuan's tomb, you will surely reap great rewards.

"The Heavenly Tomb, there's such a mysterious place! But can I go in now?"

"The Xiao clan's quota has always been there, but it was previously occupied by the ancient clan. You should know how to get it back, right?"

"Of course, it's time to return what we've occupied for so long."

"There's another question. Do you know why your relationship with Gu Xun'er is facing so many obstacles?"

"Is it because the Xiao clan has declined?"

"Yes and no. I remember telling you that the reason why the Xiao Clan declined was because Xiao Xuan exhausted the bloodline of the Xiao Clan in order to break through to the Dou Di realm."

Bloodline is extremely important to the people of the eight ancient clans; in fact, they value it even more than magical beasts.

"Then how can you guarantee the purity of your bloodline?"

"Intermarriage within the clan?"

“That’s right. The eight ancient clans almost never intermarried with outsiders because they believed that doing so would dilute their bloodline.”

"Heh, aren't they afraid of giving birth to a bunch of deformed children?"

"After all, it has been passed down for generations, and intermarriage within the clan does not mean incest."

If you want to break this rule of the ancient race, you must have formidable strength.

In other words, you need to reach at least the Dou Sheng level to be qualified to negotiate with the old guys from the ancient clans.

"I'm just a Dou Sheng. I believe I can definitely reach that level. Don't I have you as my backer, senior?"

"You're dreaming. I won't give you much help; you'll have to rely on yourself for everything."

If others give you too much help, you'll lose your way.

"I understand, Xun'er, wait for me. I will definitely reach the Dou Sheng level, and then I will marry you in a grand and glorious way. No one can stop us from being together, not even the ancient clan."

Xiao Yan's eyes were filled with fighting spirit, and Lan Hong was very satisfied with this.

Meanwhile, Gu Zhen overheard the conversation between Lan Hong and Xiao Yan. To Gu Zhen's surprise, Lan Hong actually knew about the affairs of their Gu Clan.

Logically speaking, these matters of the ancient clan should not be spread outside. Gu Zhen wrote them down and will report them to the clan leader later.

Two days later, they finally arrived at the Ancient Sacred Mountain Range, where Gu Xun'er was already waiting.

Upon seeing Xiao Yan arrive, she immediately went to greet him.

"Brother Xiao Yan!"

"Xun'er!" The two of them gazed at each other tenderly, while the other ancient clansmen gritted their teeth, wishing they could come up and tear Xiao Yan to pieces.

"Xun'er, you're getting more and more beautiful. Xiao Yan, you're so lucky."

"You're joking, senior! Hehe!"

"Since you accompanied Brother Xiao Yan, I am relieved."

Gu Xun'er was always worried that Xiao Yan would be harassed by his own clansmen.

"Xun'er, don't worry, we can handle anything."

"Yes, Brother Xiao Yan, I believe you. Come on, let me show you around!"

Gu Xun'er, along with Xiao Yan and Lan Hong's group, began to tour the Ancient Sacred Mountain Range.

Gu Yuan also received the news at this time, learning that Xiao Yan had arrived, and that Lan Hong had accompanied him. He also learned that Lan Hong had destroyed the Soul Cliff of the Soul Clan.

"Serves him right. I wouldn't dare to provoke someone like him. For a junior like him to provoke him is just courting death. Go and invite Lord Lan Hong to come and meet me."

"Yes, patriarch."

Not long after Gu Xun'er led everyone on a tour of the Ancient Sacred Mountain Range, Elder Gu Nanhai appeared.

"Miss!"

"Elder Gu Nanhai, what brings you here?"

"I am here on the orders of the clan chief to invite Lord Lan Hong to a meeting."

"Oh, Gu Yuan invited me to meet him? I'd like to see him too. Lead the way."

"Yes, please come with me."

Soon Lan Hong arrived at the place where she was to meet Gu Yuan. The place was fresh and elegant, a good place to live in seclusion.

"Your Excellency Lan Hong, I have been acquainted with you in spirit for a long time, but this is the first time we have met in person."

"Clan Chief Gu Yuan, I've wanted to see you for a long time too."

"You go down first."

"Yes, patriarch."

After Gu Nanhai left, Gu Yuan invited Lan Hong to sit down and play chess.

While it was called a game of chess, Gu Yuan was actually testing Lan Hong's strength.

Faced with Gu Yuan's probing, Lan Hong smiled slightly and appeared quite calm.

The more composed Lan Hong appeared, the more alarmed Gu Yuan became. As the game progressed, Gu Yuan felt increasing pressure.

Finally, Gu Yuan couldn't help but ask, "Sir, please tell me the truth: have you already taken that step?"

"You mean Dou Di? I haven't crossed that threshold yet, but I'm not far from it. I'd say I'm at the level of a half-Emperor now."

"Sure enough, I wasted half my life without finding a way to break through, and finally I turned my attention to the Tuoshe Ancient Jade."

Unexpectedly, there are geniuses in this world capable of breaking through to that level.

Gu Yuan could sense that Lan Hong was not very old, at least much younger than him.

Don't you want to ask how to break through the bottleneck?

Gu Yuan shook his head.

"Of course I want to ask, but I know I shouldn't ask such a question. The fact that you can find a breakthrough means I still have hope."

This is already good news for me.

Lan Hong smiled without saying a word. Gu Yuan said this only because Lan Hong was stronger. If Lan Hong were not strong enough, he would have a completely different attitude.

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