Chapter 1310: A Legendary Figure

The entire hall was filled with admiration and anticipation. The old men all thought the matter was settled.

Who would have thought that Yi Feng would show a troubled expression.

"As for the matter of becoming a disciple... let's forget about it."

He had never intended to learn someone else's swordsmanship. Accidentally ending up in the Demon-Suppressing Prison was just a way to seek death. No matter how amazing the swordsmanship was, he couldn't just take advantage of it without any effort. Such a thing was unacceptable.

As soon as these words were spoken, the old men were stunned.

The Divine Sword was an incredibly profound swordsmanship. Countless people outside would give anything for a chance to learn it, and now that such a golden opportunity was presented to him, he actually refused?

How could this be?

This completely unexpected turn of events left everyone wide-eyed. It took them a few moments to react, and they quickly began to urge him with earnest words.

"This..."

"Young friend Yi, you must not jest!"

"Young friend, you must think carefully. The Divine Sword is a supreme swordsmanship that countless people dream of!"

Yi Feng had already made up his mind and had no intention of taking advantage of others.

Despite their continuous urging, he remained calm and resolute.

"Everyone, there's no need to say more. I truly have no desire to learn swordsmanship."

Hearing this, everyone froze on the spot, and the atmosphere became somewhat awkward.

At this moment, the expectant smile on Elder Guo's face faded slightly. A puzzled light flashed in his eyes, and he remained silent for a long time, seemingly at a loss for words.

Fortunately, Tree Venerable was quick-witted and immediately whispered to Yi Feng.

"Young friend Yi, do you know Elder Guo's identity?"

Not wanting to learn swordsmanship, were they now going to pressure him with status? He had heard of forced sales, but never forced teaching...

Yi Feng shook his head in confusion.

Tree Venerable continued, his expression growing more serious.

"Elder Guo was renowned across the land tens of thousands of years ago. He single-handedly fought against the demon race, his sword's light chilling the nine provinces. The Divine Sword is truly a supreme swordsmanship!"

"If Elder Guo were to appear in the outside world now, he would be worshipped by countless people as a deity. Even I, as a member of the demon race, hold immense respect for his achievements. There are many powerful beings in the world, but few are like Elder Guo, who selflessly guides the younger generation for the greater good!"

As his voice grew louder, the others also looked at Elder Guo with reverence.

Feeling the weight of their gazes, Elder Guo's expression seemed to improve slightly. He stood steadily with his cane, regaining his previous air of profound mystery.

Witnessing all this, Yi Feng couldn't help but grow curious.

"Few and far between..."

"Forgive my ignorance, but why does Elder Guo deserve such reverence from all of you?"

Tree Venerable laughed and looked at Elder Guo with admiration.

"Young friend Yi, since you were able to enter the Demon-Suppressing Prison, surely you know of Snowstorm Island?"

"This Snowstorm Island was founded by Elder Guo himself. He nurtured countless elite cultivators to resist the demon race, protecting all living beings and maintaining the stability of the Yuan Star for countless years. The fact that the Demon-Suppressing Prison remains unbroken to this day is a testament to Snowstorm Island's enduring strength!"

"Such a legacy that benefits generations—how could we not revere him?"

By the end of his speech, Tree Venerable's voice was almost booming!

Everyone turned their eyes to Elder Guo, filled with admiration.

Yi Feng was also deeply shocked and quickly turned to take a closer look.

Upon closer inspection, he finally noticed that Elder Guo's facial features bore a striking resemblance to the giant statue he had seen outside the sect. Though aged, the resemblance in his eyes and brows was unmistakable.

Holy crap...

So, he was that legendary figure!

Xu Qingyuan was his number one fanboy. Every time they drank, Xu would rave about him. If Xu knew that this man was still alive and that he could witness his presence in person, he'd probably pop his eyes out!

Seeing that Yi Feng was finally awestruck, Elder Guo smiled gently, his eyes filled with the kindness of an elder.

But Yi Feng grew more and more astonished the longer he looked. He couldn't help but ask, "Elder Guo..."

"You're the founder of Snowstorm Island. How did you end up imprisoned in the Demon-Suppressing Prison? Are you all joking with me?"

Hearing this, Elder Guo stroked his beard and chuckled.

When he spoke again, his eyes carried a deep sense of history.

"This matter... is a long story."

"In my younger days, I founded Snowstorm Island for the sake of all living beings, nurturing the younger generation. Little did I know that I had befriended a wolf in sheep's clothing—a man who appeared loyal but was actually a self-serving villain. I was betrayed by this scoundrel, defeated in the struggle for control of Snowstorm Island, and in a moment of carelessness, I ended up here."

"These are old tales, not worth mentioning."

His few words elicited sighs of sympathy from those around him.

Not only were the old men indignant, feeling the injustice of being betrayed, but even Yi Feng was moved by the story. Looking at Elder Guo's current predicament, he didn't know how to respond.

Good people don't live long, while villains endure for a thousand years.

This saying couldn't be more true!

Elder Guo's righteous heart was evident to all, yet in the end, all that remained of him was a statue. He himself was forgotten in the dark depths of the Demon-Suppressing Prison, and the Snowstorm Island he had founded had fallen into the hands of others...

Anyone hearing this would find it hard to bear!

The atmosphere grew somewhat somber, but Elder Guo smiled magnanimously.

"We who walk the path of cultivation understand that everything has its cause and effect. Temporary glory or disgrace is insignificant. As long as one remains steadfast in their Dao heart, they will surely reach the pinnacle of the Dao."

"Meeting you today, young friend, is also a matter of fate."

"Since you are unwilling to become my disciple, I will not force you. This matter is indeed rather sudden. Take a few days to think it over—there's no harm in that."

At these words, Yi Feng was stunned.

He hadn't expected this elder to be so magnanimous. His demeanor was truly rare in this world, befitting a legendary figure of his stature!

The others, however, looked anxious and began to urge him with regretful expressions.

"Elder Guo?!"

"This!"

Facing their varied gazes, Elder Guo simply smiled and waved his hand.

"Everyone, let us speak no more of this."

"The inheritance of the Divine Sword is no trivial matter. Forcing it would only lead to failure. Let young friend Yi think it over for a few days."

"Moreover, if young friend Yi were to master the Divine Sword and eventually break open the Demon-Suppressing Prison, allowing us to see the light of day once more, we would have to face our own karmic debts and enmities..."

"After tens of thousands of years, our vitality has waned. Returning to the outside world would be fraught with uncertainty. We must prepare ourselves in advance."

At this point, everyone's expressions grew serious.

After exchanging glances for a few moments, they all nodded in agreement.

"Indeed. If we were to truly see the light of day again, we might face endless dangers. We must prepare early!"

"Elder Guo speaks wisely."

"Yes, Elder Guo's foresight is profound. We were too hasty. Let young friend Yi think it over for a few more days."

"We shall abide by Elder Guo's words."

After everyone had voiced their agreement, Elder Guo nodded in satisfaction.

"Good. Let us set this matter aside for now. It's rare for us to gather together like this, and even rarer to meet a talented young friend like Yi. Today, we shall converse freely."

Hearing this, everyone took their seats.

Yi Feng, who was seated among them, also looked at Elder Guo with admiration. He felt a deep respect for this legendary figure. The phrase "virtuous and revered" fit him perfectly.

After a few pleasantries, the atmosphere remained slightly awkward.

Yi Feng decided to change the subject and gather some information.

"I've heard that there are powerful demons in the Demon-Suppressing Prison. Why is it that I've only seen all of you and no trace of the demons? Is this just a rumor?"

As soon as he finished speaking, the others looked up.

Tree Venerable, in particular, stared at him with a serious expression, his wrinkled face full of deep lines.

"Young friend Yi, you must not take this lightly!"

"The Demon-Suppressing Prison may seem calm on the surface, but beneath lies a turbulent undercurrent. The deeper you go, the more dangerous it becomes. Not only are there demons here, but they are also incredibly powerful!"

Hearing this, Yi Feng's spirits were instantly lifted.

"It's really that dangerous?!"