Unrivaled Soldier in the City

At the moment the stone gate was opened, an ancient aura rushed forth.

The next instant, the Nameless old man stepped out, and Lin Kuang along with Gongsun Zhan quickly followed him inside.

This was a secret chamber, not very large, only about ten square meters.

Inside the ten square meter chamber were three rows of bookshelves filled with books, covered in dust, evidently untouched for a long time.

"Are these the cultivation manuals left by our predecessors? It seems we are the first to arrive here. Are there no secret chambers in the other passages?"

Looking at the chamber, Lin Kuang opened his mouth to speak.

Upon hearing this, neither the Nameless old man nor Gongsun Zhan spoke, as the conditions of the other passages were unknown to anyone.

However, regardless of this, finding the cultivation manuals left by predecessors was indeed fortunate.

"Let’s not worry about that. Let’s see what’s inside here. If they are all cultivation manuals left by predecessors, let’s take them all."

The Nameless old man said.

Upon hearing this, Lin Kuang and Gongsun Zhan nodded, knowing this was their main goal for coming here.

A person stepped forward, Lin Kuang came to the middle row of bookshelves to examine carefully, and saw the words written on the shelf: "Secret Technique."

The Nameless old man came to the first row of bookshelves, which was labeled "Cultivation Manual."

Gongsun Zhan came to the last row of bookshelves, which was labeled "Cultivation Technique."

"Predecessor, Brother Gongsun, the shelf in front of me is labeled ’Secret Technique.’"

Glancing at the Nameless old man and Gongsun Zhan, Lin Kuang said.

"Mine is labeled ’Cultivation Manual.’"

The Nameless old man said.

"Mine is labeled ’Cultivation Technique.’"

Gongsun Zhan said.

"Gather everything, take it all with us."

After thinking, the Nameless old man said.

Upon hearing this, Lin Kuang and Gongsun Zhan nodded, realizing it wasn’t an appropriate time to scrutinize the books, they should take them first.

With that thought, the three searched the chamber and found several robes, which seemed to be the original owner’s clothing left behind.

"Since there are clothes here, why is there no sign of a person? And there aren’t even bones of the deceased; what could this mean? Could the chamber’s original owner still be alive?"

Contemplating the chamber’s situation, Lin Kuang frowned.

However, now was not the time for such discussions, so Lin Kuang didn’t say much and simply packed the secret techniques into the clothes, fashioning them into a backpack to carry on his back.

Before long, the Nameless old man and Gongsun Zhan also packed the books in clothes and carried them similarly.

"Alright, we can leave now, returning the way we came."

Looking at the empty bookshelves, the Nameless old man spoke.

Upon hearing this, Lin Kuang and Gongsun Zhan nodded, and the three quickly exited.

Just as the three were about to leave, the Nameless old man noticed a pattern on the ground out of the corner of his eye!

Upon seeing the pattern, the Nameless old man’s body shuddered violently, and his gaze revealed a strong disbelief.

"This, how can this be? This is impossible. How could something like this exist here; could it mean predecessors are not dead but have left?"

Staying where he was, the Nameless old man thought in disbelief.

"Predecessor, what’s wrong?"

Noticing the Nameless old man had stopped, Lin Kuang turned his head, somewhat puzzled, and asked.

The dazed Nameless old man hadn’t heard Lin Kuang’s words, he was lost in thought while staring at the pattern.

"Predecessor, Predecessor, what’s going on?"

Seeing the bewildered Nameless old man, Lin Kuang asked again, but this time in a louder voice.

Upon hearing Lin Kuang’s words, the Nameless old man woke as if from a dream, his gaze showing a hint of confusion before returning to normal.

"Ah, no, nothing, nothing."

The Nameless old man hurriedly said.

"Oh, as long as it’s nothing."

Lin Kuang quickly said.

Although Lin Kuang felt puzzled, seeing the Nameless old man’s demeanor suggested something was indeed amiss, but since the old man had not revealed anything, Lin Kuang refrained from pursuing it.

"Um, nothing, nothing, let’s go."

The Nameless old man said somewhat flustered, then turned and left.

Seeing this, Lin Kuang and Gongsun Zhan exchanged glances before following the old man out.

Retracing their steps, the three quickly made their exit since the mechanism they had previously encountered was dismantled, making their return effortless, soon reaching the spot where they initially entered.

At this point, Grandfather Lin, Nangong Wentian, Zhantai Zhuo, Diwu Baiyu, Tian Wujing, and Gongsun Jue had not returned, as for the Demon Lord, he was nowhere to be seen.

"Predecessor, what shall we do now?"

Taking stock of the situation, Lin Kuang asked.

"Alright, both of you take these books and leave, I’ll wait here for the rest of them.

Take these books to the Nangong Family, and hand them over to Nangong Wudi.

Make sure to protect these books; they are crucial for us and play a vital role in the future battles with the Demon Sect!"

Looking at Lin Kuang and Gongsun Zhan, the Nameless old man’s words were earnest and serious.

After all, these books were incredibly important.

Upon hearing this, Lin Kuang and Gongsun Zhan were slightly taken aback, evidently not anticipating the old man’s suggestion.

"No, I can’t, Predecessor, we should leave together."

Gongsun Zhan said quickly.

"The Demon Lord is still inside. If he comes out, none of us will be able to leave, and these books will end up in the Demon Lord’s possession!

Is that what you wish to see happen?

Quickly leave and deliver these items to Nangong Wudi.

Also, there are seven of us here; even if the Demon Lord wants to kill us, it won’t be easy."

Looking at Lin Kuang and Gongsun Zhan, the Nameless old man spoke once more.

Upon hearing this, Lin Kuang and Gongsun Zhan froze, eyes filled with shock.

They understood what the old man meant, which made them feel worse inside.

For the sake of the next generation, the Nameless old man had made great sacrifices, a matter of life and death!

"Alright, Predecessor, we understand, we’ll leave now."

Lin Kuang said, then bowed deeply to the Nameless old man.

Seeing this, Gongsun Zhan reluctantly nodded, standing in front of the old man and bowing heavily!

Witnessing this scene, the Nameless old man smiled, a contented smile.

"Alright then, hurry and go, lest the Demon Lord emerges, preventing your escape."

Looking at Lin Kuang and Gongsun Zhan, the Nameless old man urged.

Upon hearing this, Lin Kuang and Gongsun Zhan didn’t hesitate, preparing to leave.

But at that moment, a figure suddenly blocked the stone steps ahead.

This person exuded a very ordinary aura, looking like a regular individual in a black robe, with a metal mask obscuring his face.

Seeing this person, Lin Kuang and Gongsun Zhan were slightly taken aback, as they didn’t recognize him.

They may not know him, but the Nameless old man did!

Upon seeing the person, the old man’s face suddenly changed, hurriedly positioning himself to shield Lin Kuang and Gongsun Zhan.

"Demon Lord, you didn’t go inside?!"

Staring at the Demon Lord ahead, the Nameless old man asked with a heavy tone.