The Tianyuan Old Ancestor's tone was grave. "The Great Era has descended, and the Bronze Ancient Palace has appeared. Who dares claim invincibility? Who dares call themselves undefeated? Even a magnate as powerful as you, Fellow Daoist, must exercise extreme caution."
Lu Xuan simply nodded. "I know."
He couldn't be bothered with the worries of those peak magnates. Lying flat was the true path to power. His two previous interventions were only because his dear disciples had faced a life-or-death crisis; he had no choice but to act! If he relied on the Grand Dao Sect, the opportunity would have long passed.
The Tianyuan Old Ancestor lowered his voice, transmitting a secret message. "There is something I must tell you beforehand, so you are prepared... Our Grand Dao Sect hasn't fully exerted its strength for several epochs. The Southern Wilds only sees the tip of the iceberg of our true power."
Lu Xuan nodded. This was something he had already figured out. He just wondered how strong the strongest Old Ancestor of the 'Dao' lineage truly was.
"How powerful is the Old Ancestor of the 'Dao' lineage?" Lu Xuan asked.
The Tianyuan Old Ancestor smiled mysteriously and said no more.
Lu Xuan shrugged, deciding not to press the issue.
Moments later, the Tianxing Old Ancestor and the others left Lu Xuan's room.
Half a day later, Lu Xuan woke from a nap. Seeing Ye Chen and Ji Fuyao still cultivating diligently, he received another wave of synchronized enlightenment.
Sweet!
The System chimed in.
[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for completing the limited-time disciple quest!]
[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for acquiring a massive cultivation foundation!]
[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for acquiring the Insight Eye!]
[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for acquiring the Eight-star Great Emperor Experience Card!]
[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for acquiring Five-star Emperor-tier Medical Dao Attainment!]
A torrent of pure spiritual energy surged through Lu Xuan's meridians, impacting his limbs and bones. A pleasant, tingling sensation spread through his body, like an electric current. He stretched luxuriously on his recliner, feeling utterly refreshed.
His cultivation soared: Five-star Saint King! Six-star Saint King! Finally settling at Seven-star Saint King!
Lu Xuan nodded contentedly. "Not bad, not bad at all. Half-Emperor realm is just around the corner."
Next, Lu Xuan examined the Insight Eye. He quickly refined the phantom eyes into his spiritual sea. A cool sensation spread from his crown to his eyes, leaving a subtle, ethereal mist over his vision.
Internal: What the hell is this thing for?
Curious, he glanced toward Ji Fuyao. WHOA. Lu Xuan nearly fell out of his chair.
Internal: Wait, where are her clothes?!
What greeted his eyes was a perfect, detailed view of his Senior Disciple's body, down to the last Dao pattern. It was, quite frankly, flawless.
Lu Xuan quickly averted his gaze, clearing his throat awkwardly. "Ahem, ahem..."
Ji Fuyao opened her eyes, seeing his flushed face. She asked curiously, "Master, are you alright?"
Lu Xuan turned his head toward a corner of the room. "Fine, completely fine."
Ji Fuyao gave a soft "Oh" and returned to her cultivation.
Lu Xuan swallowed hard and cautiously peered outside the room. He accidentally glanced into the next chamber and saw Qing Yan.
Internal: Well, look at Qing Yan, still quite the looker, even after all those years.
He quickly shifted his gaze, accidentally landing on Wang Man in the next room.
Lu Xuan paused, slightly bewildered. Internal: Dude, your equipment is seriously lacking.
Lu Xuan felt depressed. Internal: System, I'm a man of integrity! What kind of perverted thing did you give me? I'm not some peeping tom! He accidentally glanced at Ji Fuyao again. Internal: Oops, there I go again. Just a slip of the eye, seeing Fuyao from top to bottom, inside and out. He mused, "Though, this isn't the first time..."
The System sounded disgusted. [Host, I'm too embarrassed to even call you out.]
Lu Xuan sighed helplessly. "Accidental, purely accidental!"
[The true purpose of the Insight Eye is to peer into the essence of all things,] the System explained. [For living beings, you can see their true body. For formations, you can see every node. For an Emperor Weapon, you can see its core inscriptions...]
Lu Xuan quickly grasped the power. "I see. Although, the function I just discovered is also quite useful!"
[It is not highly recommended,] the System replied.
Lu Xuan chuckled. "Just kidding. I am a gentleman... mostly."
Controlling the Insight Eye, Lu Xuan scanned the entire flying spiritual artifact. He couldn't help but marvel. Internal: This Insight Eye is even better than divine sense!
Lu Xuan retracted his gaze and asked, "System, what do you mean by seeing a living being's true body?"
[For example, some powerful cultivators use clones and puppets that are indistinguishable from their true form. Others cannot discern the difference, but the Insight Eye can instantly pinpoint the true body!]
Lu Xuan froze. Internal: Isn't this the perfect counter for my third disciple, Chen Changsheng?
Chen Changsheng relied on countless puppets and hidden bodies. With the Insight Eye, his true form would be instantly exposed! Furthermore, since Chen Changsheng was skilled in the Dao of Formations, the Insight Eye could directly find the weakness in any array he set up. He wouldn't be able to trap Lu Xuan.
Internal: Good stuff! Specifically designed to counter Chen Changsheng! Looks like taking him on won't be easy.
Lu Xuan deactivated the Insight Eye and looked at Ji Fuyao. This time, his vision was normal. Ji Fuyao was clad in a fiery red dress, surrounded by scorching spiritual fire. She was breathtakingly beautiful.
Next, Lu Xuan pulled out the Ancient Jade Slip—the Eight-star Great Emperor Experience Card. Internal: Three days! This one lasts a long time!
Then, Lu Xuan focused on the pale green mist in the System space—the Five-star Emperor-tier Medical Dao Attainment. He absorbed it instantly.
A profound, mysterious aura enveloped him. Gentle breezes swirled around him, purifying the mind and body. Ye Chen and Ji Fuyao were startled. The mere aura made their minds crystal clear, their souls nourished as if by a spring rain.
Ji Fuyao let out a soft, involuntary sound, her face flushing as she recalled intimate moments back at the cave dwelling on Azure Mystery Peak...
Lu Xuan slowly opened his eyes, radiating a gentle, irresistible warmth that made both disciples want to draw closer.
Ji Fuyao's star-like eyes shone. "Master, is this your Medical Dao Power?"
Lu Xuan nodded, slowly retracting the aura.
Internal: Five-star Emperor-tier Medical Dao Attainment! That put him on par with Yuan Qingzi of the Supreme Profound Sect!
Ye Chen looked at Lu Xuan, his curiosity overwhelming his caution. He hesitated for a moment before asking, "Master, could you... check my body? See if I need any treatment?"
Lu Xuan smirked. Internal: This kid just wants a taste of the good stuff.
Seeing Lu Xuan smile, Ye Chen felt exposed, but he genuinely wanted to experience it. After all, even Elder Mu had moaned comfortably last time.
"Come here, Ye Chen," Lu Xuan said with a smile.
Ye Chen immediately rushed over. "Master, what should I do?"
"Sit down. I'll be behind you."
Ye Chen quickly sat cross-legged. Lu Xuan placed a palm gently on his back. An incredibly gentle, yet overwhelming, force flowed into Ye Chen, like countless soft tentacles caressing his meridians, his Dao foundation, and his soul.
"Ah..."
"Master..."
Ye Chen instantly let out a sound of pure ecstasy.
Ji Fuyao, watching from the side, burst into laughter, covering her mouth. Internal: Sure enough. No one could resist Master's power!
Ye Chen immediately yelled, "Master, stop!"
"Please... Master, I was wrong!"
Lu Xuan chuckled, releasing his hand. Ye Chen was drenched in sweat, feeling incredibly refreshed but also deeply embarrassed. That felt amazing, but with Senior Sister watching, he couldn't keep going! If it were just him and Master, he might have lasted longer!
Ye Chen stood up and ran to Ji Fuyao, a mischievous look in his eyes. "Senior Sister, why don't you try it? Get a check-up from Master?"
Ji Fuyao's face turned crimson. "I... I think I'll pass for now."
Lu Xuan smiled faintly.
Ye Chen insisted, "Come on, Senior Sister! Just try it!"