Xiao Yi spoke respectfully and bowed.

He then awaited the Master of the Main Hall’s approval.

In the presence of such a person, although Xiao Yi refused, he did not dare to be presumptuous.

Furthermore, he wasn’t sure what kind of temperament the Master of the Main Hall had.

If he were the kind of eccentric type, displeasing him might result in him being slapped away.

Unexpectedly, the Master of the Main Hall only gave a faint smile.

"Overestimated, huh?"

"Heh, at such a young age, you hold the title of Double Hall Deputy Master and City Lord of Four-direction City."

"You made a name for yourself in the Hundred Schools contest, where even the Chiefs of various academies dared not face you."

"If you’re overly humble, being too modest becomes arrogance."

Looking at the Master of the Main Hall’s imposing yet unruffled face, Xiao Yi’s expression changed slightly and he quickly clasped his hands, "I wouldn’t dare."

"Wouldn’t dare?" The Master of the Main Hall smiled again.

"I’ve read your records, nowhere did I see things you’re afraid to do."

"Furthermore, having obtained one of the strongest Body Cultivation Skills of our Asura Hall, and those precious cultivation items, do you think you can refuse?"

Xiao Yi’s expression changed in surprise, and he hurriedly produced a Universe Ring and that Cultivation Technique.

"Reporting to the Master of the Main Hall, I have not moved anything within the Universe Ring."

"Regarding the Emperor Mountain Immortal Body, I merely glanced at it, and have not practiced in detail."

Xiao Yi quietly exhaled a sigh of relief.

Luckily, he was always cautious and hadn’t used those Asura Ancient Stones.

He had already guessed there must be a reason why the Master of the Main Hall would give such a generous gift to someone with no relation or bond.

"You..." The Master of the Main Hall looked at the Universe Ring and Cultivation Technique on the desk and furrowed his brow.

A second later, his frown relaxed, and a glint flashed in his eyes.

"Not bad, quite a clever young man."

"However," the Master of the Main Hall’s tone deepened, "What if I insist you must assist with this?"

"This..." Xiao Yi’s face looked slightly unpleasant.

Just as he was about to say something.

Suddenly, an inexplicable aura heavily pressed upon him.

The Master of the Main Hall smiled lightly, "If you do not answer, I will take that as agreement."

Xiao Yi’s face twitched; he found himself unable to move, even to speak.

That unmistakable aura came from the Master of the Main Hall.

With the aura suppression of the Master of the Main Hall, how could he respond?

"Good, then I will consider you to have agreed." The Master of the Main Hall’s face flashed with a smile as he withdrew his aura.

Xiao Yi let go of a tight breath, his face twitching.

The Master of the Main Hall glanced at Xiao Yi and chuckled, "Boy, no need to make that expression."

"I’m not asking you to do something too troublesome, just to look for a few things while you’re in the Ancient Emperor’s Tomb."

"Look for some things?" Xiao Yi showed a puzzled expression.

Now, he had no choice but to agree.

"Yes." The Master of the Main Hall nodded, his face returning to its customary solemnity and authority.

"The matters I am about to discuss involve confidential secrets."

"First, let me ask you, do you know why our Asura Hall is called the Asura Hall?"

Xiao Yi suppressed his inner doubts, nodded, and said, "I do know."

"In ancient times, the Asura Hall Warriors were few."

"But, the Asura Hall Warriors were all brave and bold, with awe-inspiring physical strength."

"When resisting demon beasts, they often fought fearlessly, even the fiercest demon beasts would be terrified."

"Often, one man could fight a hundred, soaked in blood."

"After each great battle, standing alone upon countless demon beast corpses, covered in blood, resembling an Asura."

"Thus was the name Asura Hall given."

Xiao Yi had a decent understanding of the Asura Hall.

Unexpectedly, the Master of the Main Hall shook his head.

"That is just one aspect."

"Moreover, that is the outsiders’ view of our Asura Hall Warriors."

"How could our Asura Hall base its name on outsiders’ opinions?"

"Then what is it?" Xiao Yi furrowed his brow and asked.

"It originates from an item." The Master of the Main Hall’s expression became serious.

"Remember, today’s matter, you are recognized by the Main Hall as Vice Hall Master, hence you can know, but it must not be spread."

"Gulp." Xiao Yi heard and nodded, his expression also becoming slightly disconcerted.

For something to make the Master of the Main Hall this serious—no, secretive—it couldn’t possibly be ordinary. 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ𝓋𝑒𝑙.𝑐𝘰𝑚

Such secrets, if unknown, it wouldn’t matter, but once known, who knows if it’s a blessing or a curse.

He could only hope now that it wouldn’t be cumbersome.

"Please proceed, Master of the Main Hall." Xiao Yi nodded solemnly.

The Master of the Main Hall spoke gravely, "This item dates back to ancient times, or even longer, accidentally discovered by one of our creators in Asura Hall—it’s a Cultivation Technique."

"Cultivation Technique?" Xiao Yi suddenly thought of something, his expression a bit strange.

The Master of the Main Hall didn’t notice Xiao Yi’s expression and continued on his own, "This is a Body Cultivation Skill, called Asura Battle Body."

"This Cultivation Technique is said to defy heavens, and is the strongest technique in the history of our Asura Hall."

"Our Asura Hall is named because of it."

The Master of the Main Hall glanced at Xiao Yi.

"But unfortunately, over countless years, this Cultivation Technique, without knowing when, suddenly disappeared."

"What was lost was the most crucial first few layers."

"The whole Cultivation Technique consists of 12 layers, each layer more heaven-defying than the last."

"Unexpectedly, the first seven layers went missing."

"Later attempts to piece it together by generations of Asura Hall experts yielded no results."

"But, even just comprehending the last five layers allowed countless experts within the hall to create supreme Body Cultivation Techniques."

"Your Emperor Mountain Immortal Body is among them."

Hearing this, Xiao Yi’s heart flashed with realization, yet his facial expression could not fully hide his oddness.

The Master of the Main Hall disregarded Xiao Yi’s expression and stated directly, "What I want to ask of you is to investigate whether the first seven layers exist in the Ancient Emperor’s Tomb."

"The Ancient Emperor’s Tomb is unfathomable."

"It opens every 15 years, yet countless openings over countless years have bestowed immense opportunities on many Heavenly Talents."

"But, to this day, no one has truly been able to uncover its mysteries."

"The main formation inside remains unbroken by any Heavenly Talent."

"But in my opinion, you may have a glimmer of hope as the Breaker."

Xiao Yi’s face looked odd, having not fully listened to the latter parts of the Master of the Main Hall’s words.

He only muttered to himself.

"Asura Battle Body’s first seven layers lost, the last five layers within the Main Hall?"

The Master of the Main Hall nodded.

"If you truly find their whereabouts, you will have done a considerable meritorious deed for Asura Hall."

"Of course, if you can’t, I won’t hold it against you."

"The Ancient Emperor’s Tomb is indeed your opportunity; my request is merely an ask for you to attempt."

"If you can’t break it, I won’t compel you."

The Master of the Main Hall gazed seriously at Xiao Yi.

Xiao Yi remained silent for a moment, then asked, "Dare I ask, Master, if I do find the first seven layers, what then?"

The Master of the Main Hall chuckled, "If you find them, make your request, and Asura Hall will fulfill whatever it is."

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Third update.