Nine Dragons Saint Ancestor

"No!"

Just as Xue Ningxiang was about to unfold the Cold Nether Treasure, Yun Xiao suddenly spoke in a low voice. It seemed he hadn’t expected Xue Ningxiang to be so impatient, and it was too late to try to stop her.

Boom!

Amid Yun Xiao’s warning, Xue Ningxiang slightly lifted a corner of the scroll and felt an icy force emanate from it, causing her body to tremble. She inadvertently let go of the scroll, staggering back several steps.

Crash!

The sound of the scroll hitting the ground resounded in the minds of every cultivator present, as they stared in shock at the seemingly ordinary scroll, unable to comprehend how such a small scroll could wield such great power.

It was important to note that although Xue Ningxiang was young, she was not an ordinary cultivator but a genuine Lingyun Realm Early Stage expert, comparable to the leaders of many first-class forces present.

Yet, someone of her level couldn’t even open a scroll and was forced back several steps by its force.

This made Yun Xiao’s scroll seem extraordinary, and the crowd, in shock, became intensely curious about the scroll imbued with cold energy.

"When will you ever change this reckless nature of yours?"

Seeing Xue Ningxiang’s bewildered expression, Yun Xiao said somewhat helplessly, reaching out to retrieve the so-called Cold Nether Treasure back into his hand.

"This Cold Nether Treasure is not an ordinary Heaven Rank technique but a... Holy Rank Low Level technique!"

Yun Xiao held the scroll, and his words, spoken softly, exploded like a thunderbolt in the ears and minds of every cultivator in the hall, leaving them in a daze.

"Holy... Holy... Holy Rank Low Level technique?"

Yun Xiao’s words shocked everyone. They were inclined to disbelieve, but the fact that Xue Ningxiang was forced back by the scroll’s power could not be ignored. Deep down, a voice was screaming that this plain-clothed youth was telling the truth!

This was the Tenglong Continent, where the strongest had not even reached the Heavenly Realm before. Although there were now a few Heavenly Realm experts, a Holy Rank technique was a legendary treasure said to exist only in the Nine-layered Dragon Cloud.

A Holy Rank technique transcended the Heaven Rank Third Realm, a level most wouldn’t dare cultivate, but to a Heavenly Realm expert, it was a priceless treasure.

Normally, cultivation techniques are associated with a cultivator’s level and can be changed. For instance, after reaching the Heavenly Realm, switching to a Heaven Rank Advanced technique would likely double your progress.

Yun Xiao’s soft words left the attending cultivators dumbfounded. Even Xue Tianao, the Hall Master of Xuanyin Hall, doubted whether he had heard correctly—this was a Holy Rank Low Level technique.

All eyes were on Yun Xiao’s hand, holding the scroll exuding coldness, especially those practicing cold attribute techniques like the Killing Heart Sect Leader, whose eyes seemed ready to pop out.

No one pondered how a humble youth from the Hidden Dragon Continent could possess a Holy Rank Low Level technique. They only knew that such a high-level technique as a gift was incredibly grand.

This couldn’t compare to the low-level Golden Grade Heavenly Spirit Crystal gifted earlier, likely making it the only Holy Rank Low Level technique on the entire Tenglong Continent.

"Master Xue, this Cold Nether Treasure, though far above your cultivation, should aid you in reaching the Heavenly Realm Peak and possibly breaking through to the Holy Rank Third Realm!"

Yun Xiao, without much thought, finished his words and directly tossed the scroll, letting everyone see the Profound Netherworld Treasure slowly float towards Xue Tianao.

As the reincarnation of the Long Xiao Battle God, Yun Xiao’s memory was filled with countless Holy Rank techniques. Such a Holy Rank Low Level Yin Cold Attribute technique was nothing to him, not causing him any heartache.

Yun Xiao was unyielding to enemies, but not stingy with those he favored. He had a favorable impression of the Xuanyin Hall’s master and daughter, so gifting a Holy Rank Low Level technique caused him no distress.

"What do you think? Does my gift meet Lady Xue’s approval?"

Seeing Xue Tianao already holding the scroll and seemingly dazed, Yun Xiao didn’t concern himself much. Instead, he turned his gaze to Xue Ningxiang, who was still in disbelief, causing everyone in the hall to be deeply moved by his words.

This was not a question of whether it met approval. On the Tenglong Continent, using a Holy Rank Low Level technique as a gift was an unprecedented display of wealth and generosity.

In many first-class forces, a Heaven Rank Advanced or even Intermediate technique could be considered a clan treasure.

Everyone believed that if this Holy Rank Low Level Cold Nether Treasure were auctioned at a major event, it would likely fetch an astronomical price.

Many first-class force leaders would spare no expense, even risking ruin, to acquire this Holy Rank Low Level technique as their clan treasure.

Even the open and hidden struggles, assassination, and robbery targeting this Holy Rank Technique would be countless, but at this moment, although everyone appeared eager, there was not the slightest intention of fighting for it.

What a joke, that was Yun Xiao’s gift, and it was presented as a congratulatory gift to Master Xuanyin. Anyone who dared to think of any foolish ideas would be in for a fate worse than death.

"Hmph, you pass!"

Xue Ningxiang, who had just been shaken back several steps, personally felt the power of the scroll and naturally no longer doubted it. However, she snorted coldly, pretending not to care much.

In fact, within Xue Ningxiang’s heart, a tempestuous wave had already risen. No matter how she calculated, she never imagined that Yun Xiao would take out a Holy Rank Low Level Technique as a congratulatory gift.

Earlier Xue Ningxiang thought Yun Xiao would at most present a Golden Grade Heavenly Spirit Crystal similar to a Ling Wan or slightly superior Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures.

Who would have thought this extraordinary youth would never follow conventional paths wherever he went? This single gift stunned everyone in the hall, truly deserving the title of the Hidden Dragon Continent’s most remarkable figure.

"Yun Xiao, this gift is too precious, I can’t accept it!"

However, just as everyone was feeling deeply moved, Xue Tianao, holding the Profound Netherworld Treasure, finally came to his senses. Many nodded in agreement upon hearing his weighty words.

The saying goes that no reward is taken without effort, and even though it was Xue Tianao’s wedding day, the Holy Rank Low Level Technique presented by Yun Xiao was too extraordinary, making Xue Tianao feel unworthy to accept it.

You should know that Yun Xiao had long been Xue Tianao’s lifesaver, and this great favor had not yet been repaid. Now accepting such a special and precious gift, he didn’t even know how to repay this kindness.

In the past, others always owed favors to the Xuanyin Hall people. This was a state Master Xuanyin was not used to, so he instinctively wanted to decline.

"Once I, Yun Xiao, bestow something, there’s no precedent for taking it back. If you don’t want it, just discard it!"

Yun Xiao could guess some of Xue Tianao’s thoughts, so he directly spoke sternly. These words were extremely forceful, containing an undeniable tone.

In his previous life, Yun Xiao was the lofty Long Xiao Battle God, controlling the lives and deaths of billions. Now reborn, his cultivation and strength were far beyond that of Master Xuanyin before him.

Previously, Yun Xiao might have been cautious of such figures, but now he was neither servile nor overbearing. Moreover, his words were merely to compel Xue Tianao to accept the Profound Netherworld Treasure.

"Well... Then Xue will respectfully accept!"

Seeing that if he did not accept the Profound Netherworld Treasure, it seemed like he would offend Yun Xiao, Xue Tianao’s expression changed, and he could only clasp his hands and place it into his Waist Storage.

Though Xue Tianao didn’t open the Profound Netherworld Treasure like Xue Ningxiang, as soon as he got hold of the scroll, he felt many differences, knowing Yun Xiao’s words were true.

Thus, Xue Tianao knew that if he opened the Profound Netherworld Treasure at this moment, he might not be able to stop reading it. After all, it was still a wedding venue, and he could not neglect these distinguished guests.

Surely, if Yun Xiao and others hadn’t come, Xue Tianao might not have felt negligent. But now, this young man on the Hidden Dragon Continent had long ceased to be the small boy who first came to Xuanyin Hall.

This youth named Yun Xiao had already reached the Hidden Dragon Continent’s peak. Now, giving away a precious Holy Rank Low Level Technique, Xue Tianao felt whatever he did seemed negligent.

"Haha, the gift is given, so we shall take our leave!"

Who would have thought that when Xue Tianao was busy organizing to invite Yun Xiao to the upper seat, this young man in humble attire uttered these words, leaving everyone stunned.

"So urgent?"

Some leaders of first-class forces felt a sense of loss. They still hoped to use the upcoming toast as an opportunity to connect with Yun Xiao. But who would have thought this youth would leave after giving the gift, not wanting to stay for even a moment?

"Ling Wan!"

Seeing Ling Wan slightly unwilling to part, Yun Xiao couldn’t help but call out sharply, then he clasped his hand towards Xue Tianao. A large group of figures quickly vanished from the Xuanyin Hall’s entrance.

"This... This really is..."

Even Qian Sanyuan of the Meridian Refining Master Association and Qingmu Wu couldn’t find words to describe their feelings at this moment, merely staring blankly at the hall entrance, unable to return to their senses.

Although Yun Xiao didn’t remain visible for very long this time, the impression left on everyone was extremely profound, especially the gift of the Holy Rank Low Level Technique, which could be said to be the climax of this wedding.