In the Origin Sect Ancestral Court, it was very rare for disciples to be punished. After all, it was a transcendent force, and even its true disciples were all supreme Emperor Ancestors who had cultivated for countless years. Who would be foolish enough to deliberately violate the rules and invite needless trouble upon themselves?0

Thus, when news of Chao Zonglin’s punishment broke, it sent shockwaves through the sect. Those who knew the inside story, however, immediately sensed a deeper undercurrent. Some wished to suppress Lin Xun, while others were determined to protect him!0

On the surface, it appeared as though Chao Zonglin had simply suffered a setback in his conflict with Lin Xun. In truth, it was a clash between the great powers lurking behind the scenes. Now, in this first exchange, those who tried to target Lin Xun had clearly been the ones that suffered a defeat! 0

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Meanwhile, within his own abode, Lin Xun was immersed in studying the immortal divine essence. This was a thick, liquid-like substance, murky in color, yet brimming with a pure and potent immortal aura. It was a precious, indispensable material...0