“So you will be needing my divine intent, may it be of use.” The old man said.

“When I said no need, I meant I don’t need it to kill him.” Li Qiye shook his head, stunning him.

“I know he will be hiding but dogs will be dogs, they’ll return to eat shit in time.” Li Qiye continued.

He thought for a second and nodded in agreement: “Sounds right.”

“He returned during Immortal Slaughtered War, he cannot contain his greed and hatred.”

“Yes.” As a dao avatar born from the true body, he understood his previous personality.

“And I will be putting an end to this pseudo-immortal abomination then.” Li Qiye said.

“I’ll be counting on you, Sir.” He bowed for a long time. Although he had many treasures, none could truly earn Li Qiye’s interest.

“Keep doing what you’re doing, it’s not easy being a good ghost and this place needs one. Perhaps it will be the paradise all of you are searching for.” Li Qiye said.

“I will keep this in mind.” He took a deep breath.

With that concluded, Li Qiye turned to leave. Water waved at him and said: “Sir, if you see that bastard Jiao Heng, tell him I miss him.”

“What makes you think I will see him?” Li Qiye asked.

“I’m sure the bastard will continue to cause trouble until death, you’ll see him again.” Water laughed.

“All you need in life is one good friend.” Li Qiye commented and said: “No wonder why you agreed to be sold.”

***

Someone waited for Li Qiye by the exit of the major ghost market.

“Young Noble.” Chu Zhu greeted. Behind here were Six-style, Endlaw, Dragonform, Disaster, and Minisun Emperor. The oly one missing was Strategy Ancestor back in Enigma.

“I feel intimidated right now.” Li Qiye joked.

“We are here to invite you back to the dynasty, Young Noble.” Chu Zhu smiled.

“Please return, Hidden Ancestor.” The other emperors bowed.

“I don’t know how many times I have to tell you all, I’m not your Hidden Ancestor.” Li Qiye shook his head.

They exchanged glances first before staring at Chu Zhu. In their mind, they were all certain that he was the one.

“If you’re not the one, I don’t know where to find Hidden Ancestor then.” Chu Zhu said.

“Have you met this Hidden Ancestor before?” Li Qiye smiled.

“No, I traveled the ocean to seek the dao, I met a mentor who told me about Hidden Ancestor.” She told the group everything she knew.

“You also know how I got these loops.” Li Qiye said.

“Yes, Young Noble, I was right there. However, no one could have gotten it but you, and it is meant for Hidden Ancestor.” She said.

“I suppose there is logic in that. Well, there is another use to these loops.” Li Qiye said.

“Open Enigma Grotto.” She said without thinking.

“That’s one of it.” Li Qiye said.

“I do not know any other effect.” She was surprised.

“It can draw someone out, but I’m not that person. I just happened to come across it.” Li Qiye said.

“We already know this, right? Hidden Ancestor is the answer.” Chu Zhu said.

“Its true name is not Enigma Loops.” Li Qiye said.

“You’ve mentioned this before, Gehong.” She said.

“Do you know where it came from?” Li Qiye asked.

“I do not.” She answered.

“During the primitive years, living beings were uncivilized and barbaric. However, someone still managed to seek the dao when there was none. The three immortals descended and saw his talent. They bestowed him Gehong to guarantee his safety.” Li Qiye said.

Everyone listened attentively and became emotional - Enigma Loops came from the three immortals.

They knew how crucial this artifact was to their dynasty. However, it should only appear after the dynasty’s destruction for the rebuilding process. It served as a key to a mystical grotto.

The grotto should have numerous treasures and resources, accelerating the rebuilding process. The person in charge was known as Hidden Ancestor.

“It’s a shame that I wasn’t a founding member or I could have met him.” Chu Zhu said.

“Now, you all will get to see your Hidden Ancestor. At the very least, you will learn what kind of existence he is.” Li Qiye said.

“Really?” The group was ecstatic since their curiosity would be sated at last.

“What must we do?” Chu Zhu asked.

“A trip, of course, since I have business as well.” Li Qiye smiled and waved.

The ten loops on his arm flew into the air and poured down beams of light. Laws within them converged and they linked together to form a bridge leading to an unknown area.

“Here we go.” Li Qiye said and stepped on the bridge.

Chu Zhu followed without any hesitation. The others paused for a second before doing the same, unable to contain their excitement.