Chapter 572: The Full Story (II)
The hall where Ning Heyuan resided was nearby, so he soon arrived, greeting both of them with a smile. Li Xuanfeng nodded slightly and asked, "Any recent movements from Yuanwu Peak?"
Ning Heyuan was momentarily surprised, then nodded in realization and replied, "Brother-in-law, Yuanwu Peak cultivates with metal and iron properties, so with the Green Pine Temple matter… I hear Daoist Master Yuanwu is very interested."
So it all comes back to Green Pine Temple! Li Qinghong's suspicions were confirmed.
Li Xuanfeng took a moment to recall and then spoke gravely, "As I remember… Green Pine Temple was known for its arts of Swamp Metal and Fire Virtue… Most of what is left there should be cultivation techniques, correct?"
"Exactly," Ning Heyuan replied softly. "The temple holds various ancient arts, though those relating to Swamp Metal and Fire Virtue are more recent and abundant. Most of them are practicable, making them especially coveted. And these ruins are about to be opened to a select few, with all the sects making preparations."
Li Xuanfeng had heard vague mentions of this before, though he hadn't delved into it and knew little of the specifics. In a low voice, he said, "Explain the background of this matter in detail."
"Certainly," Ning Heyuan nodded and began to recount, "The story begins with Chu Yi of the Li Fire Spear."
Then he began to narrate the story, "The True Monarch of the Luoxia grotto heaven possessed vast divine abilities and profound insight into the mysteries of heaven and earth. With his Fruition Attainment, he incarnated as a mortal and journeyed northward. Although we lesser cultivators do not fully understand his purpose, we witnessed strange phenomena arising from the void, triggering the fates of countless individuals."
He spoke in a somewhat mysterious manner but, feeling he hadn't conveyed it clearly, continued more directly, "In essence, the True Monarch's reincarnated form descended into the world, and various figures aligned with his fate emerged in succession. These individuals, possessing threads of fate, rose from all corners, chosen by heaven as its favored ones."