"Xiahou Shan? This child... I do have some impression."

Hearing the name mentioned by Ge Ping, Qi Xiu was slightly taken aback. When he was previously deriving his True Dragon Body and heading towards the Trial Method Hall, he coincidentally encountered this child.

With an innate Daoist seal, a divine constitution that accommodates both curses and blessings.

His innate talent and foundation far surpass his peers, but if he cannot break through to the Dao Body Realm before the age of eighty, he will suffer an early demise.

He just didn't expect the child to have such a profound relationship with Ge Ping.

"You know him, that's best." Seeing Qi Xiu recognize Xiahou Shan, Ge Ping showed a hint of surprise.

"As for the Divine Soul Technique, I am only somewhat familiar with it. Please bring the child here first. If it doesn't work, I'll ask the Sect Master if there's any solution."

After thinking for a moment, Qi Xiu gestured for Ge Ping to bring Xiahou Shan over.

The Flying Immortal Pot's Spirit, Xu Zhitian, once told him that those with an innate Daoist seal, if they can pass the hurdle of age eighty, have at least a sixty percent chance of achieving the position of Primordial Spirit True Honor.

After all, people blessed by the Dao from birth, and endowed with a Daoist seal, have an affinity for the Dao that is unimaginable to ordinary people.

Its effect is not just reflected in the everyday practice exceeding far beyond that of ordinary people.

More importantly, those with the innate Daoist seal, when facing a Breakthrough Tribulation, find the difficulty extremely low.

Even when facing a Primordial Spirit Tribulation, it's also the case.

In Xu Zhitian's memory, among those he had encountered with an innate Daoist seal, three managed to pass the age eighty hurdle.

Of those, two became True Venerables.

This shows the formidable nature of such a physique.

"Alright, wait for me a moment; I'll be right back." Breathing a sigh of relief, Ge Ping got up, cupped his hands, and then left.

Not a moment later.

Returning, Ge Ping held a piece of Cold Ice Essence, emitting a frosty white mist, its surface entwined with countless verdant vines.

This piece of Cold Ice Essence was palm-sized, crystal clear and bright, with bone-chilling cold transforming into wisps of white mist.

And in the very center of this essence.

Xiahou Shan lay within, eyes tightly shut, his whole body covered with yellow and white withered leaves, a black glow flickering slightly at the ancestral aperture at his brow, transforming into grotesque or seductive faces, looking eerily ominous.

"This child was too rash, his mental state insufficient, and tried to comprehend Dao techniques beyond his stage, causing instability in his soul, sensed by a Heart Demon which invaded his ancestral aperture and took control of his soul.

To prevent the Heart Demon from possessing his flesh, I could only use Ancient Cold Spirit Marrow to freeze his body, then use the Taiyi Sealing Demon Technique to trap the Heart Demon in his ancestral aperture.

Fortunately, there seems to be a hidden power within this child's soul constantly intervening, preventing the Heart Demon from completely devouring his soul.

But if this continues long-term, it may result in disaster."

Frowning at Xiahou Shan, who lay dormant in the Ancient Cold Spirit Marrow, Ge Ping sighed heavily.

"Fifth Senior Brother, don't worry, let me take a look first."

Taking the piece of spirit marrow from Ge Ping's hands, a purple light flashed in Qi Xiu's eyes, his gaze penetrating through layers of divine marvel to see into Xiahou Shan's ancestral aperture.

Within a vast space filled with countless green leafed vines, jet-black demonic energy threaded and corroded continuously at the vines formed by the Taiyi Sealing Demon Technique.

In the heart of this green sea, within a cocoon as green as jade.

The struggling soul of Xiahou Shan sat, as threads of demonic energy, slender as cow hair and hard as steel needles, fiercely pierced the cocoon in front of him, attempting to penetrate his soul.

But each time the demonic energy pierced through the cocoon's protection, approaching Xiahou Shan's soul.

The cloud-like birthmark on his face would suddenly burst into blazing golden light, evaporating and annihilating the encroaching demonic aura.

Sure enough, it was this innate Daoist seal protecting the child's soul.

Otherwise, his soul would have long been invaded and possessed by these demonic energies.

Confirming Xiahou Shan's soul still intact, Qi Xiu was about to search for the Heart Demon residing in his ancestral aperture.

When suddenly, a pair of eyes, dazzling with color, full of endless alluring intent, appeared sharply in his field of vision.

Buzz—

The next moment, Qi Xiu, astonished, found himself standing in a magnificent and opulent ancient palace.

This palace, rich in exotic charm, glowed with radiant splendor everywhere.

Golden beams and columns, jeweled walls, all proclaimed nobility and luxury.

Directly in front of Qi Xiu, dark golden curtains swayed gently, like a mystical veil, isolating the world within from the outside.

Behind the curtains, a graceful shadow appeared faintly, the woman lazily lounging on a large bed, curling her rounded legs.

The bed spread with soft brocade, embroidered with exquisite patterns, exuded an enchanting aroma.

The drapes slightly parted, as if by the woman's inadvertent gesture, revealing endless allure.

An arm, adorned with a mysterious golden ring, slowly extended, the ring glinting mysteriously, contrasting strikingly with the woman's snow-white skin.

The delicate arm, slender and long, fingers like scallions, lightly beckoned Qi Xiu, the gesture gentle and elegant, exuding an irresistible charm, compelling one to draw near.

"This..." Wearing a plain Daoist robe that fluttered gently, Qi Xiu found himself chuckling with amusement at the captivating shadow.

"This humble Daoist is too advanced in years to handle things too hot.

May I know how to address your esteemed self?"

Able to guide his consciousness unnoticed into this mysterious palace, Qi Xiu knew well this Heart Demon residing in Xiahou Shan's ancestral aperture was clearly no ordinary entity.