Although Lin Xuan was able to come out of eternal exile, he was not confident he could kill the opponent.

Because the opponent’s space divine ability was too mysterious, it was almost akin to an invincible realm.

Unless his Great Dragon Sword Soul breaks through again, significantly enhancing his combat power, only then could he directly slice through the entire space, preventing the opponent from hiding.

As for now, he has no assurance of victory.

However, it seems the opponent is the same. While he could threaten Lin Xuan, killing him was impossible.

Both understood this, so instead of continuing to fight, they gathered together and began to converse.

Lin Xuan inquired about the situation here, while the opponent asked about the Primitive Forest’s condition.

Because Gu Santong had always stayed near the Copper Giant Sword and seldom went out, he was truly unaware of the outside world.

The two talked for a while, discovering their dispositions were quite aligned, so they straightforwardly became friends.

Haha, is this not the saying "no discord, no concord" (*become friends after a fight)? Gu Santong also laughed broadly.

A person like Lin Xuan posed a threat to him, so becoming friends was better than becoming enemies.

Next, the two began to cultivate near the Heavenly Sword.

According to Gu Santong, the Heavenly Sword has extraordinary origins and has existed for a long time.

During this period, he discovered two cultivation methods.

One is to absorb the black gas emanating from the Copper Giant Sword into one’s body, tempering the martial artist’s physique.

The second is to comprehend the dao patterns on the Heavenly Sword, thereby perfecting one’s martial arts divine power.

With Gu Santong’s guidance, Lin Xuan also started cultivating following these two methods.

Indeed, absorbing that black gas for tempering, Lin Xuan felt his body growing stronger, as if it were a treasure, unbreakable.

And the dao patterns on the Heavenly Sword were even more mysterious; comprehending them required considerable thought and energy.

In the end, even the Dark Red Divine Dragon emerged, eager to comprehend the dao patterns.

The two and the dragon silently cultivated here.

Meanwhile, the Snow White Monkey played around in the nearby sea of bones.

About ten days later, figures startlingly began to appear nearby, each exuding a strong aura, clearly masters.

Upon witnessing this scene, initially, they were solemn.

But gradually, they adapted; each seeking the secrets of the Heavenly Ancient Sword.

After a few more days, the number of figures around increased, with some beginning to establish camp near the sea of bones, intending to comprehend the Heavenly Sword long-term.

Lin Xuan even spotted some familiar faces.

It seems most of the martial artists from the Primitive Forest were headed this way.

Reflecting on it, it made sense because the sea outside the Primitive Forest had been sealed; they couldn’t leave.

Thus, their only option was to explore deeper into the forest, eventually arriving near the Heavenly Sword.

The newcomers naturally also noticed Lin Xuan.

Upon seeing Lin Xuan, they were all greatly surprised, almost unbelieving.

"Has something happened?"

Lin Xuan saw their astonished expressions and grabbed one individual to question.

A martial artist, caught by Lin Xuan, was almost frightened to the point of shivering.

For he had witnessed with his own eyes Lin Xuan slaughter Ouyang Feng and five other masters, and he instinctively feared Lin Xuan.

But upon realizing Lin Xuan was merely asking questions, this martial artist breathed a sigh of relief.

He promptly recounted what he knew.

It turned out Liu Mingyue had spread the news of hunting Lin Xuan, and it had become widespread.

These people thought Lin Xuan had been killed, yet unexpectedly, he appeared near the Heavenly Sword.

This indeed stunned and surprised them.

Since Liu Mingyue’s Mingyue Organization was a very powerful organization in the Primitive Forest.

Who they wanted to kill, no one could escape.

So this is the situation. Upon hearing, Lin Xuan released the individual, his gaze flickering.

They had indeed pursued him, but by now must be frantic.

Because these days, he was not visible at the forest’s edge, but in here contemplating and training.

How could they find him?

Even so, it startled him.

For from Liu Mingyue’s demeanor, it seemed she truly intended to eliminate him; just because he hadn’t been seen recently, didn’t mean she wouldn’t act now.

Given there’s bound to be a battle, he decided to take the initiative.

Of course, he needed to find out Liu Mingyue’s status, so he moved towards the surroundings, flying around.

Because he noticed a familiar figure.

Ye Wudao.

Yes, Ye Wudao was also here.

Wearing white robes, handsome and spirited like a war god, he stood out even amidst the crowd.

"Brother Ye!" Lin Xuan approached Ye Wudao.

"Should I call you Brother Long or Brother Lin?" Ye Wudao asked with a smile.

"You know?" Lin Xuan was surprised; he hadn’t expected Ye Wudao to discover his identity.

"Yes." Ye Wudao nodded, "Just after you slew Ouyang Feng and the six others, I deduced your identity."

Indeed, previously he hadn’t suspected.

But not long ago, Lin Xuan’s battle with the six masters shocked him.

Because Lin Xuan’s displayed power was incredibly strong, far beyond what an independent practitioner could possess.

When combined with recent events, Ye Wudao guessed Lin Xuan was indeed Lin Xuan, wanted by the Shaking Light Sacred Land.

Lin Xuan also narrowed his eyes: "Since you’ve guessed my identity, does that mean you’re going to act against me?"

"Why would I act against you?"

Ye Wudao slightly shook his head: "Firstly, given my identity, I need not curry favor with the Shaking Light Sacred Land."

"Secondly, given my talent, I need not be concerned about the Heavenly Mechanism Clan!"

"Therefore, I will not act against you."

Such a confident person!

Lin Xuan marveled; Ye Wudao and Gu Santong, both genius martial artists from ancient families, were distinct from ordinary martial artists.

They were highly confident in themselves!

Such people were immensely strong and formidable.

Hearing this, Lin Xuan also smiled.

That’s good; I wouldn’t want to lose a friend like you either.

Next, the two went to a tranquil place, setting up some spiritual wine and roasted meat.

"Given you’ve been absent these past days, I even thought you’d been dealt with by those from Wanchu Sacred Land."

Ye Wudao raised a cup of spiritual wine, speaking slowly. 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮

"No, these days I’ve been near the Heavenly Sword, but from Liu Mingyue’s character, she surely won’t give up."

"There’s bound to be a battle between us eventually!"

Lin Xuan spoke solemnly.

"But judging by your demeanor, you don’t seem worried?"

Ye Wudao said: "I should remind you, Liu Mingyue’s prowess is truly formidable, stronger than Ouyang Feng and the others!"

"I even speculate she qualifies to be the Wanchu Saintess!"