Cultivating for a hundred lifetimes to ascension Chapter 1515 - 820: Heavenly Rift Valley Lizard Hunt

In the biting cold of winter, snowflakes as large as goose feathers drifted down, leaving the ground barren and the Gang Wind howling savagely, while ice and snow blanketed the horizon without end.

High above the frozen land, at an altitude of a thousand feet, six enormous silver-white vessels arranged in the formation of a "品" character struggled forward through the immense, snow-swept wilderness.

Right now, inside the leading massive silver-white vessel, the uppermost chamber displayed a remarkable sight.

The chamber's floor showcased a detailed, scaled-down replica of the entire realm. Peaks, waterways, flatlands, chasms, and even the vast Barbaric Ancient Forest appeared with exquisite precision for all to see.

Standing at the heart of this tiny world, Zhao Chongnan indicated a slender massive fissure within it and explained in detail: "This chasm is the Heavenly Rift Valley I've spoken of earlier. It stretches over four thousand miles and holds plentiful subterranean ore reserves, such as Mystic Iron, Wind Grinding Copper, Gen Gold, and various other Five Elements Essence. Deepest inside the valley lies the Three Yin Evil Acupoints. This spot serves as a scarce innate Necromancy Land in the region... Overall, the Heavenly Rift Valley proves ideal for the three clans to set up their stronghold. That's precisely why I selected it."

Present in the chamber at that time were not just the Nascent Soul Ancestors from the Zhao and He clans, but also Zhao Yongxian, Master Ming Yue, Zhao Sheng, He Chong, Wei Shu, and several other Golden Core experts.

With a serious look on his face, the He Family Ancestor moved a couple of paces to the map's core and gazed at the elongated, profound terrestrial split, lost in thought without a word.

Approaching with a light step, Lord Zhao inquired in a warm voice: "Brother He, what's your opinion?"

Examining the landscape around the chasm, the He Family Ancestor abruptly indicated a huge opening at the valley's southern tip and declared gravely: "This spot is perfect for a settlement. Why not let the He Family take charge of it?"

"No hurry, Brother! Constructing a city is premature. We ought to at least hold off until the three clans unite to sweep away all nearby wanderers before tackling further issues," Lord Zhao replied, his face beaming with a grin.

With his foot, Zhao Chongnan prodded a point inside the chasm and remarked smilingly, "The Ancestor speaks wisely. Though the region around the Heavenly Rift Valley lacks exceptionally thick Spiritual Energy, the training assets available here abound sufficiently to sustain our three clans for millennia. Our top priority remains securing a solid position swiftly, lest we face scolding from those above."

Gazing at the spot Zhao had touched, the He Family Ancestor mulled over: "Doesn't that mark the Three Yin Evil Acupoints? Erecting our base right there... yes, that should do!"

Sharing a knowing grin, Lord Zhao and Zhao Chongnan then conferred with the He Family Ancestor on the assorted particulars of founding the base.

The Three Extremes Zhao Family gains fame across the realm for excelling in Beast Taming, Corpse Refining, and Sword Control, where Corpse Refining stands as the pinnacle of the trio.

Legend holds that the Zhao Family's Corpse Refining technique delves into profound secrets, passed down from the Corpse Resurrection Immortal of the Spirit-controlling Immortal Sect.

However, from Zhao Sheng's perspective, the Zhao Family's Corpse Refining approaches seem quite basic, touching only the surface level.

Still, for the He and Wei Families, even this basic grasp stirs deep jealousy within them.

Positioned at the rear of the Golden Core assembly, Zhao Yongxian sent a covert message via Divine Sense to Zhao Sheng: "Brother Shaoling, when we arrive, please assist your elder brother. The clan has transported both the protective Great Array and the Hidden Killing Mysterious Array. This setup ranks as Fourth-rank, and I can't possibly deploy it alone, so Brother, your help will be essential."

Zhao Sheng's gaze shifted subtly as he responded mentally: "Brother Xian, worry not. Being a Guest Elder, it's my responsibility, of course."

"Haha, I figured you'd be so thoughtful, Brother! After the Great Array is in place, I'll surely inform the Ancestor. The Zhao Family won't shortchange you,"

Zhao Yongxian understood full well that this family Guest Elder possessed an exceptional heritage, undoubtedly a senior cultivator who had taken over a new body, hence his utmost courtesy and avoidance of any neglect.

Moments later, a voice abruptly cut into their private talk.

"Yongxian, come over here."

At the Ancestor's summons, Zhao Yongxian hurried without hesitation, weaving through the gathering to join the two Ancestors.

Zhao Chongnan directed a few beams of spiritual glow toward the Projection Pearl hovering in the air.

Brilliance emanated from the Projection Pearl, projecting wide swaths of illumination. The view within the chamber transformed dramatically.

Enlarging repeatedly, the Heavenly Rift Valley delved further and further, exposing rough-hewn rock faces along both flanks, growing dimmer the lower it went, accompanied by eerie gusts wailing nearby. Many sizable nests clung to the walls of the cliffs on each side.

In the chasm's shadowy depths, enormous winged lizards glided and roamed freely, now and then diving into the blackness underneath to seize hefty black serpents spanning seven or eight yards, then brutally slamming them against the rocks until they perished.

Zhao Chongnan eyed Zhao Yongxian and went on with his explanation: "Observe these, the Flying Giant Lizards represent our primary foes at present. They rule over this Heavenly Rift Valley, with mature ones typically wielding strength beyond Second Order. Certain lizard chiefs boast combat prowess rivaling Golden Core. As to any Nascent Soul Demon Kings, the reports don't confirm, though we believe it's possible. Yongxian, your role is crucial, and you must plan accordingly... "

As the group's focus locked onto the dominant creatures of the Heavenly Rift Valley, a stir rose in Zhao Sheng's mind, sensing an intense stare directed his way.

No glance was necessary; he knew precisely whose eyes those were.

Master Ming Yue, adorned with heavy cosmetics and sporting skin soft and pale like an infant's, donned a rosy Daoist gown. Her eyes, brimming with allure like blooming peaches, fixed unyieldingly on Zhao Sheng's striking features.

Who would guess that this Golden Core Master, exuding an ambiguous charm, had once been a vigorous, hearty man?

Discomfort washed over Zhao Sheng, causing a slight furrow in his brow, as his Divine Sense sharpened into an unseen slender spike that shot like a bolt straight into Master Ming Yue's brow.

Suddenly, Master Ming Yue let out a pained moan, crimson blood trickling from her forehead down her nostrils, swiftly smearing her cosmetics.

Shocked by the abrupt turn, the rest of the group whipped their attention toward her.