Zhou Chongming's answer made Ye Wuque's eyes flicker slightly.

Dark Temple!

This seems to match the information previously revealed by Deputy Hall Master Wuming.

One of the two creatures who put a mask on "her" came from the Dark Temple and was once a so-called big shot.

Now Zhou Chongming also came from the Dark Palace, which means that the Dark Palace may have been one of the masterminds behind the "destruction of Gai Xianyuan" back then.

"The Dark Palace is a force in the universe?" Ye Wuque asked.

“Yes, yes!”

"What level?"

"It used to be a first-rate force in the universe, with a long history and strong heritage, but now, it has become second-rate." Zhou Chongming answered honestly.

This answer made Ye Wuque's eyes move slightly.

The Dark Temple has now become second-rate?

“Why did it become second-rate?”

"I don't know the details, I really don't know! When I joined the Dark Palace, it had already become second-rate, but it is said to be related to the 'Gaixianyuan Incident' in the past! Something big has happened to the big shots in the Palace!"

"Since the Dark Temple has become second-rate, why did you choose to join it?"

"Although the Dark Palace has declined in strength, it is still too old in the universe. There are countless powerful forces that have causal ties with it. Its influence is huge and complicated. Even the top-notch forces in the universe will give the Dark Palace some face!"

"In the past, I was not outstanding and could not join the top forces today. I joined the Dark Palace with the mentality of giving it a try. Later, I was cultivated. I can be said to have great talent. Coupled with the opportunity and good fortune, I have come to where I am today!"

"What is your status in the Dark Palace?"

"I am one of the 'guardians' of the Dark Temple. My status is not low. Above me are only the 'great guardians' and the mysterious elders!"

"Who is the leader of the Dark Palace now?"

"Of course it is the Dark Palace Master, but the Dark Palace Master has disappeared for a long time, like a dragon that can't be seen from head to tail. No one knows where he has gone! Even I have never seen him. I have only heard that the Dark Palace Master will issue a decree."

"Is this Wuming also a member of the Dark Temple?"

Ye Wuque was also curious about the identity of the nameless deputy hall master and wanted to find out.

As a result, Zhou Chongming immediately shook his head and trembled, "He, he is not from the Dark Palace!"

"He is just cooperating with my Dark Palace! And the reason why we are willing to cooperate with him is because of the decree issued by the Palace Master!"

"The decree states that if Wuming sends us a message, we must do whatever we can, cooperate with him, and not make any mistakes!"

"Just like this time, Wuming sent a message to the 'Great Protector', and the 'Great Protector' sent me here to cooperate with him."

After Zhou Chongming's explanation, the identity of this nameless deputy hall master became even more bizarre in Ye Wuque's mind.

Wuming is not from the Dark Temple, but has a cooperative relationship with the Dark Temple.

Just as an individual, can you cooperate with a giant force in the universe?

Could it be a simple creature?

Moreover, Wuming also obtained the body of "Gaishiyi" and occupied it, which further proved that he is not simple!

"So you don't know much about 'Wuming' at all?"

"Yes! Perhaps only the Palace Master knows his true identity."

"Then, is there a possibility? This Wuming is a pseudonym of the Lord of Darkness?"

"He is the Dark Palace Master in disguise?"

Ye Wuque said this.

Zhou Chongming was suddenly confused!

"No, it's impossible! The Palace Master is the leader of the Dark Palace, and his strength is unfathomable. If Wuming is really him, do I still need to take action?" Zhou Chongming reacted subconsciously.

Ye Wuque did not say anything, because this was just his guess.

previous years.

In the destruction of "Gaixianyuan", some unknown secret must have occurred!

Although Gai Xianyuan was defeated and died in the end, it was definitely not that simple.

Some truths are buried.

only……

Ye Wuque did not think about it any further, but looked at Zhou Chongming and changed the subject: "Have you heard of 'Ancient Zen'?"

"Ancient Zen?"

Zhou Chongming was stunned again, then shook his head.

“Never heard of it!”

Ye Wuque was not surprised by Zhou Chongming's reaction.

Ancient Zen!

This sounds very ancient, and might even be a secret inherited force. It is not high-profile in Erheyu, so it is normal that it is not well-known.

But in the past, it was able to cooperate with the "Dark Temple" at that time to put a mask on "her", which shows the power of "Ancient Zen"!

Moreover, the word "Zen" alone is enough to prove that this is the genuine article...a lineage of Buddhism and Taoism!

With this, that's enough!

There is a high probability that this "ancient Zen Buddhism" contains the inheritance of "Arhats subduing demons"!

In Ye Wuque's mind, many clues came together.

Cover the immortal essence.

He left two letters before his death.

It may contain the secret of the breakthrough of the "Seven-Step Sage King".

One of them was found, and there is a high probability that it fell into the hands of the Dark Temple!

The whereabouts of the other one is still unknown.

The ancient Zen Buddhism, which once cooperated with the Dark Palace, put a mask on "her" and left the secret method of "Arhat Subduing Demons" on the mask!

For Ye Wuque, these are two lines!

The Dark Palace may be related to the secret of the "Seven-Step Saint King".

Ancient Zen Buddhism is concerned with the last six mysterious methods of "Arhat subduing the devil".

Just think of this.

Ye Wuque made a decision.

Compared to the causes and secrets involved in "Seven-Step Sage King", "Arhat Subduing the Demon" is obviously simpler.

"Do you know about Dengming City?" Ye Wuque looked at Zhou Chongming again.

Zhou Chongming shook his head and said hoarsely: "I just heard that in the Kongyuan Realm, it is Gai Xianyuan's hometown. He walked out from there. I don't know anything else."

Then, a look of deep fear and despair appeared in Zhou Chongming's eyes!

Because he saw Ye Wuque put one hand gently on his head!

“Ah!! No!! Spare…”

Soul search!

Zhou Chongming's screams suddenly stopped.

After a few breaths, Zhou Chongming's body began to disintegrate bit by bit, and disappeared completely in the blink of an eye.

Ye Wuque opened his closed eyes again, revealing a deep look within.

Zhou Chongming naturally did not lie.

At this moment, he also confirmed this from Zhou Chongming's memory.

In addition, through Zhou Chongming's memory, Ye Wuque also had a preliminary understanding of the "Great World of the Universe".