The lecture just now helped Li Zhirui resolve many of his cultivation dilemmas, but he didnāt expect it to end so quickly, naturally feeling a sense of reluctance and sadness.
However, he also knew that being able to receive this opportunity was a blessing from heaven, and he shouldnāt ask for more.
So he quickly collected his thoughts, waiting for further developments.
"Thank you, teacher/master/sect hierarch, for the teachings."
At this moment, every figure on the mats, using various titles, expressed gratitude to the Green Robed Taoist at the head.
Li Zhirui was slightly slower, choosing a more distant title, respectfully addressing him as the sect hierarch, and bowed in thanks.
"Teaching, answering questions, and solving doubts are a teacherās duties, no need to be overly polite, return to your practice."
The Green Robed Taoist made no visible movement, yet all other figures on Li Zhiruiās mat vanished instantly.
However, the figures on the other six mats remained, casting a variety of meaningful glances at himāsome smiling, some kindly and approachable, others sternly scrutinizing, and some indifferent.
This sudden change startled him, having initially thought this was a historical remnant, events that had already occurred, with him joining by chance, yet now it seemed otherwise.
"Are you currently undergoing the inheritance trial of the Tongtian Sect in the Tao Spirit Realm?" the Green Robed Taoist asked.
Li Zhiruiās heart surged with shockāhow could this Taoist, whose whereabouts were unknown, know his current location and actions!? How profound must oneās realm be to achieve such a thing!
Could it be that this was the legendary supreme existence who obtained the Daluo Dao Fruit?
He dared not show any negligence, replying respectfully, "Reporting to Senior, indeed I am in the midst of the trial, uncertain as to why Iāve suddenly arrived here, I beg your pardon."
"Thereās no need to be so cautious."
The Taoist shook his head slightly, sighed, and said, "The Tao Spirit Realmās Tongtian Sect, under my disciples, originally sought further opportunities but unfortunately met with an unexpected demise."
"As you undergo the inheritance trial, coming to this Chaotic Heaven by chance is your own fortune, so even if you choose not to accept the inheritance, it doesnāt matter."
Under him were countless disciples with varying cultivation levels, from the weakest Individual Immortal Realm to the top-tier Daluo Realm in the Universe.
And many disciples were across different worlds; to allow them guidance and swift resolution of cultivation dilemmas, he thoughtfully created a special Formation.
No matter the distance, as long as the sub-formation is activated, he could draw their consciousness into this space through the master formation.
And in the legacy site where Li Zhirui was, such a Formation existed, always in an activated state, whereupon he, caught up in the inheritance trial, was drawn into it unknowingly.
Of course, whether his coming into this space and listening to this lecture was intentional on the Green Robed Taoistās part, or not...
He thought it more likely to be the former, for surely an existence that could see through everything wouldnāt be ignorant of Li Zhiruiās identity.
As for the words spoken by him, Li Zhirui couldnāt simply remember them, particularly since heād already been leaning towards accepting the inheritance and its associated karma.
No choice really, as even a Golden Immortal inheritance was enough to change his mind, not to mention after this, the existence behind the Tongtian Sect was far beyond just a Golden Immortal.
"Disciple, with the fortune to encounter this inheritance, should rebuild the lineage, enhance our sectās prestige, and elevate our sectās reputation!" Li Zhirui vowed earnestly.
"Hahahahaha..."
The Green Robed Taoist laughed uncontrollably but wasnāt angry, and affectionately chided, "I didnāt expect you to be so sly, young one!"
"Do not take the Dao Tong inheritance too seriously, resolving your own karmic ties is sufficient; the most important task is to find the reincarnated body of that disciple of mine."
"Disciple doesnāt know how to identify that seniorās reincarnation."
"You share a karmic link with him, so thereās no need to worry about not finding him."
"Disciple understands."
"Go back, and I hope there will be another opportunity to meet again soon."
With that, he gave Li Zhirui no time to respond, directly sending him back to the Tao Spirit Realm legacy site.
When he regained his senses, he found his trial had unexpectedly ended without him realizing it.
Or perhaps the trial had ended as soon as he ventured into Chaotic Heaven, simply awaiting his return.
After all, what trial could carry more weight than one acknowledged by that sect hierarch in person?
When Li Zhirui reappeared in the ruins, the wraith looked on in disbelief at the scene before him, utterly shocked, and incredulously said, "Have you already passed the trial!? How could it be so fast!"
For it had been only half an hour since entering the checkpoint.
And over the years, the ruins had emerged several times, each time with individuals reaching the final stage, yet none completed the trial within the time limit, only able to take away a few Spiritual Objects.
There had even been a Golden Immortal, yet even he was a few days slow in completing the task, regrettably declaring failure.
āCould it be that achieving an extremely high score in the previous stage greatly aids in the final trial?ā it couldnāt help but think.
Li Zhirui, choosing not to give anything away, simply nodded calmly and said, "Letās go, take me to the final place where the inheritance is set."