A moment later.
Under the guidance of Xiao Xuan, the two arrived at the mysterious space constructed by the Xiao Clan's Old Ancestor, Emperor Xiao, back in the day.
However, the environment surrounding Xiao Yi at this moment was not like the mountain range seen from the outside; instead, it was filled with extremely gentle light.
The only thing within the light was a soul guiding stone floating in the air.
Engraved on the soul guiding stone was a large character: [Xiao]!
"This place is the Xiao Clan's ultimate and most sacred place of Legacy..."
"It is also the place of Opportunity that the Xiao Clan's Old Ancestor, Emperor Xiao, ultimately left for the Clan. The Xiao Clan refers to it as the Ancestral Land..."
"And outside this space, within the Ancient Xiao Mountain Range, is the burial ground for successive Clan Chiefs, Elders, and other Dou Sheng powerhouses of the Xiao Clan since its inception after their passing..."
"It is what the Loose Cultivators of the outside world consider to be the Dou Sheng Relic..."
Xiao Xuan's expression was calm as he softly explained to Xiao Yi.
Upon hearing this, a flicker of light shone in Xiao Yi's eyes.
In other words, the Ancient Xiao Mountain Range within this Xiao Realm is filled with Dou Sheng Relics everywhere?
Xiao Xuan noticed the change in Xiao Yi's eyes and smiled slightly:
"Little Fellow..."
"After all, the ancestors of the Xiao Clan were a great Family that produced a Dou Di. In other words, our ancestors were prosperous once upon a time..."
"While the Dou Sheng Relics in the Ancient Xiao Mountain Range are certainly precious, they cannot compare at all to the Legacy of Emperor Xiao here..."
"Emperor Xiao is the founder of our Xiao Clan and the creator of the Eight Clans structure..."
"This Legacy was specifically left behind by Emperor Xiao for the descendants of the Xiao Clan when he disappeared. Those who enter this place of Legacy can receive blessings from the Old Ancestor based on their own talent and Luck!"
"The blessings might be a Dou Technique, a Cultivation Technique, or perhaps some other even rarer Opportunity..."
"In short, those who can enter this place of Legacy are all elites of the Xiao Clan, and their Opportunity depends on their fortune..."
"Over the years, relying on the Old Ancestor's blessings, the Xiao Clan has accumulated quite a few high-grade Dou Techniques and Cultivation Techniques, which naturally form the foundation of the Xiao Clan..."
"The Super Heaven Rank Cultivation Technique [Burning Heaven Ancient Art] that served as your backup choice just now was something I obtained through the Old Ancestor's blessing in this place of Legacy when I reached the Dou Venerate realm..."
"Now that you have reached the Dou Venerate realm, you possess the qualification to enter this place of Legacy..."
"What kind of blessing you receive from the Old Ancestor depends on your fortune..."
"Little Fellow, however, you need to remember that you only have one chance..."
Having finished speaking, Xiao Xuan looked up at the soul guiding stone engraved with the character [Xiao] floating in the air.
"Xiao Yi!"
"Mobilize the Xiao Clan Bloodline within your body, activate your Soul power, and seek the resonance between yourself and that soul guiding stone!"
Xiao Xuan spoke again, but this time his voice was much more serious and earnest.
Hearing this, Xiao Yi immediately complied without the slightest hesitation.
The next second, the pure Dou Di Bloodline, which had undergone Fusion within Xiao Yi, instantly boiled, and the Qi within Xiao Yi's body erupted in an instant.
At the same time, the Emperor Mark on Xiao Yi's brow, glowing with seven-colored light, vividly appeared!
It was no longer vaguely appearing as before; instead, it was exceptionally conspicuous!
Simultaneously, the character [Xiao] on the soul guiding stone also flashed with golden light... And Xiao Yi's Soul was pulled by an extremely powerful yet vast energy, plunging him into a state of Chaos...
When Xiao Yi opened his eyes again, he saw an ancient colossal tree appear before him.
Beneath the giant tree, a figure materialized.
With just a single glance, a terrifying pressure washed over Xiao Yi.
That figure was the creator of the Xiao Clan in ancient times, Emperor Xiao!
Emperor Xiao stood above the Void Realm, his physique as straight and towering as an eternal pine tree.
The dark emperor's robe was secretly embroidered with flowing golden flame patterns. As he breathed, sparks seemed to flicker, illuminating the faint, ethereal imperial aura surrounding him.
Emperor Xiao's facial contours were deep and defined, his brow holding the composure honed by years and the indifference of one who looks down upon all living beings.
When his eyes opened and closed, millions of Dou Qi light spots seemed to converge in their depths, containing both the sharpness that founded the Xiao Clan and the vicissitudes of seeing through the Law of the planes.
His dark hair was unbound, lightly held back only by a jade hairpin inlaid with dark gold patterns.
Fine golden particles occasionally drifted down among his loose strands of hair, and the invisible Dou Di aura surrounding him made the entire surrounding world seem to quietly submit beneath his feet.
This was a Dou Di!
However, Xiao Yi knew that the Dou Di on the Fighting Qi Continent had long since completed their Ascension to the Major Thousand Worlds!
The Emperor Xiao before him was merely a projection, not even counting as a remnant Soul...
Yet, even so, his pressure was still terrifying, momentarily making it hard for Xiao Yi to breathe...
However, the next second, the projection of Emperor Xiao raised his eyes, looked at Xiao Yi, and spoke in a deep voice:
"It has been quite some time since someone bearing the Xiao Clan Bloodline last came here..."
"A Heavenly Realm Soul, and Dou Venerate cultivation... this talent is rather ordinary..."
Hearing Emperor Xiao's words, a hint of surprise flashed in Xiao Yi's eyes, and he immediately responded:
"Later descendant of the Xiao Clan, Xiao Yi pays respects to Old Ancestor!"
Emperor Xiao merely raised his hand slightly, indicating:
"There is no need for this..."
"Only members of the Xiao Clan can enter this world, and the purpose of those who arrive here is very clear: they all seek the blessings of this Emperor..."
"Tell me, young man, what is it that you desire in your heart..."
Hearing this, a look of determination flashed in Xiao Yi's eyes, and he immediately spoke in a deep voice:
"Replying to Old Ancestor!"
"This junior has only one desire in his heart: to prove the Dao and become Emperor, conquering the heavens!"
Hearing Xiao Yi's reply, Emperor Xiao was slightly stunned, and then burst into hearty laughter.
After all, given the age of the Xiao Clan Legacy, Xiao Yi's answer was truly the first of its kind!
Previously, members of the Xiao Clan who came here only sought Cultivation Techniques or Dou Techniques, and some even only sought a divine Sharp Weapon...
Even Xiao Xuan back then only wished to lead the Xiao Clan back to its Peak...
Xiao Yi's straightforward answer was indeed a first.
Emperor Xiao then spoke again: "Young man, proving the Dao and becoming Emperor—how will you become Emperor?"
The Emperor Mark on Xiao Yi's brow immediately intensified its glow: "Replying to Old Ancestor!"
"There are thousands of paths to becoming Emperor, but this junior's heart is set on taking battle as his Dao, achieving the rank of Dou Di!"
Hearing this, Emperor Xiao burst into hearty laughter again:
"Taking battle as your Dao..."
"Hahahahahahaha..."
"But, young man, do you know that it is already very difficult for a Dou Di to appear on the Fighting Qi Continent again..."
Xiao Yi, however, maintained a calm expression, his throat slowly moving as he spoke softly:
"This junior knows that the Fighting Qi Continent currently lacks the most crucial Source Qi needed to advance to Dou Di..."
"But even knowing this, this junior still wants to try and walk his own Dao..."
"Even if the final outcome is not perfect, one must still try..."
Hearing this, Emperor Xiao's figure flashed abruptly, appearing before Xiao Yi, and he said:
"Good, good, good..."
"After all these years, I have finally waited for this..."
"Young man, do you know what my Imperial Title is?"
Xiao Yi shook his head, and golden light appeared in Emperor Xiao's eyes as two words echoed throughout the space:
"War Emperor!"