Zhang Tianshi read intently, his expression gradually growing serious. Finally, he pointed to a page in the scroll and pushed it in front of Qin Ze: "This is it."
Qin Ze leaned closer and saw that the page contained the story of a race—the Ancient Race. Legend has it that the Ancient Race was a divine race from ancient times, possessing immense power and wisdom. However, with the outbreak of the ancient war of the gods, the Ancient Race fell into crisis, and their battles with other deities became increasingly fierce.
During the battle, the ancient race's power was weakened, and they gradually retreated, unable to withstand the attacks of the other gods. Finally, the ancient race decided to open up the void, sending their people there to find a new place to live.
The void became a sanctuary for the ancient races, who wandered there and began a new life.
As time went by, they gradually mutated, forming the Void Ancient Race, which possessed unique abilities and forms.
Qin Ze stared intently at the records in the ancient book, and some thoughts began to form in his mind.
The story of this ancient race seems to align with what he knows about what lies beyond the Void; perhaps they are descendants of the Void Ancient Race.
Zhang Tianshi's voice rang out again: "Although these are just legends in ancient books, they are very likely related to people after the Void. Your exploration has only just begun. Perhaps you will find more answers in the search for clues about the ancient Void race."
Qin Ze pursed his lips, gazing at Zhang Tianshi with eyes full of expectation and longing. He couldn't help but ask, "Zhang Tianshi, where do you think I should go to look for clues about the Void Ancient Clan?"
Master Zhang pondered for a moment, then looked at Qin Ze and said softly, "Kunlun might have clues about the Void Ancient Clan."
Upon hearing this clue, Qin Ze's eyes flashed with excitement. Kunlun was a legendary and mysterious place, considered a connection between the human and immortal realms, and also a place where cultivators sought the truth.
"Kunlun? How do I get there?" Qin Ze asked impatiently.
Master Zhang smiled slightly and then said, "You can go find Zhang Yuechen; perhaps she knows more about Kunlun."
Qin Ze frowned slightly, then suddenly realized. They had overlooked this crucial clue: Zhang Yuechen was the reincarnation of the Mystic Maiden, which meant she possessed ancient and mysterious knowledge, and perhaps she could provide him with some useful information.
At the same time, a thought flashed through Qin Ze's mind. He recalled the ending of the novel: after Chu Tian shattered the void, a black light flashed behind him before disappearing. He suddenly had a guess: perhaps that black light was from the Void Ancient Clan!
Qin Ze arrived at Zhang Yuechen's residence. He pushed open the door, only to find the room empty. A faint fragrance still lingered in the air, seemingly retaining Zhang Yuechen's scent. Qin Ze frowned, feeling somewhat disappointed. He had expected to be able to speak with Zhang Yuechen in person, but unexpectedly, she wasn't in the room.
Qin Ze strode out of the room and into the Taoist temple, where he found a young Taoist disciple.
"Excuse me, where is Zhang Yuechen?" Qin Ze asked Tong without further ado.
The young Taoist priest paused for a moment, then smiled and said, "Master Zhang has gone to the back mountain."
Qin Ze didn't delay any longer. He took a deep breath, concentrated his mind, and then pointed at the void in front of him. The void began to ripple, as if a thin layer of water had been torn apart, and a passage appeared before him.
Without hesitation, Qin Ze stepped into the void passage.
In the back mountains of the Kunlun Mountains, a tranquil scene unfolded before Qin Ze's eyes. Towering green mountains surrounded him, lush and verdant trees filled the air with a refreshing natural fragrance. A gentle breeze rustled the leaves, as if whispering the secrets of nature.
In this tranquil setting, there is a clear spring, its water flowing down from the mountain and gathering in a natural pool. The pool is small, but crystal clear, its azure surface reflecting the surrounding scenery like a mirror.
At this moment, Zhang Yuechen was in this small pool, her slender body naked, like a fairy. Water droplets slid off her jade-like skin, emitting a crystalline light. Her long hair was scattered in the water, cascading down like a black waterfall, intertwining with her skin.
Sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting a lustrous glow on her skin. Her body floated gently in the water, like a graceful white lotus, her slender feet lightly touching the bottom.
In this tranquil setting, Zhang Yuechen seemed to merge with nature. She closed her eyes, enjoying the cleansing spring water that purified her soul. Water droplets slid down her forehead, her red lips, and her jade-like neck, as if bringing her peace and pampering.
In the tranquil moment of Zhang Yuechen's bath, she felt the surrounding space suddenly tremble. Startled, she saw a crack appear in the seemingly calm void before her. As the crack widened, a familiar figure emerged. It was Qin Ze.
Between Zhang Yuechen, who was bathing, and Qin Ze, who had emerged from the void, they stared at each other blankly for a full five minutes, as if time had frozen. Finally, unable to bear Qin Ze's burning gaze any longer, Zhang Yuechen coughed lightly and asked, "Have you looked enough?"
Qin Ze answered frankly, "Uh...no!"
This direct answer made Zhang Yuechen laugh involuntarily. She slightly raised her hand, and a water curtain rose, concealing her body. She quickly put on her clothes. Zhang Yuechen asked Qin Ze about his purpose for coming, with a hint of doubt. Qin Ze answered frankly that he hoped to go to Kunlun to learn about the Void Ancient Clan.
Zhang Yuechen frowned, clearly familiar with the Void Ancient Clan. After a moment's thought, she decided to take Qin Ze to Kunlun.
Zhang Yuechen initially intended to travel to Kunlun by plane, but Qin Ze smiled faintly and took her hand. With his gesture, the void seemed to be gently parted, revealing a passage leading to another place. Zhang Yuechen stared at this scene in astonishment, asking in surprise, "You've already broken through to the Breakthrough Realm?"
Qin Ze nodded, his gaze calm and confident.
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