Urban Divine Doctor Descends the Mountain

Chapter 3291: Chapter 1290: The Two Ancestors

Lin Dong stood in the palace, his eyes revealing curiosity and anticipation, as he fixed his gaze on Ni Chang, who possessed an elegant yet heroic demeanor.

Ni Chang’s lips curled slightly into a charming smile, and she softly said, ”You want to know some things about the Hall of Fame, of course, no problem. These are things every member joining the Hall of Fame has the rights and obligations to know.”

Lin Dong straightened his back, fully attentive, ready to listen to the story behind this mysterious organization.

”First, let me tell you about our Hall of Fame member requirements,” Ni Chang’s voice was clear and pleasant, echoing in the palace.

”First point, keep your identity confidential. No matter what your identity is outside, whether you are a prominent Tianjiao from a noble family or a renowned Heavenly Realm Martial Artist, do not reveal that you are a member of the Dragon Country War Department Hall of Fame. This is for our protection and for better task execution, avoiding unnecessary trouble and danger.”

Ni Chang spoke with a serious expression.

Lin Dong nodded slightly, fully understanding the necessity of this point.

In this complex and ever-changing world, hiding one’s identity often allows one to better observe and act in the shadows.

”Second point, the interests of the Dragon Country are paramount. If any treasonous behavior is discovered, the organization will eliminate them! This is the bottom line of our Hall of Fame and the reason for our existence. The interests of the Dragon Country are above all else; any act of betrayal will be met with the harshest punishment.” Ni Chang’s voice suddenly rose, carrying a fierce killing intent.

Lin Dong’s heart trembled; he understood that this was a test of loyalty for every member.

In this world full of temptations and challenges, maintaining the bottom line is crucial.

”Third point, obey the organization’s deployment... Anytime, anywhere, if the organization issues a command, it must be executed without hesitation. This is the key to exerting the maximum power as a cohesive unit.” Ni Chang methodically narrated, and Lin Dong listened carefully, occasionally making mental notes.

”Eighteenth point, no romantic involvement with opposite-sex members inside the organization.”

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As Ni Chang continued listing each point, Lin Dong’s eyebrows relaxed and furrowed sporadically.

He listened closely to the preceding requirements, feeling they were reasonable and fair.

These requirements are not only constraints on the members but also a kind of safeguard for the organization.

However, when Ni Chang mentioned the eighteenth point, Lin Dong’s face displayed a puzzled expression.

”Eighteenth point, no romantic involvement with opposite-sex members inside the organization,” Lin Dong couldn’t help but say, his tone carrying a hint of teasing and confusion, ”What’s the situation? Why is there such a rule? You didn’t add this yourself, did you?”

He thought a top-tier organization like the Dragon Country War Department Hall of Fame shouldn’t have such a requirement?

It seemed a bit amateurish in his view.

In his heart, the Hall of Fame should be a disciplined, powerful, and mysterious organization, and such an apparently ’eccentric’ regulation was somewhat difficult for him to understand.

Ni Huang shook her head and said, ”This wasn’t added by me; I wouldn’t dare add a requirement. That was personally issued by our Hall of Fame’s second ancestor-level powerhouse.”

”Is that so?” Lin Dong still found it bizarre and couldn’t quite comprehend why such a requirement was added.

He furrowed his brows, constantly pondering the various possibilities in his mind.

Could it be to prevent conflicts and disputes arising from romantic entanglements within the organization?

Or was there a deeper reason?

Then he asked, ”The requirements were stated, what about our responsibilities?”

”Responsibilities, well, it’s simple. Protect the Dragon Country, when any foreign or overseas forces or individuals surpassing Heavenly Realm Martial Artists enter the Dragon Country’s realm, strictly monitor them. If they come with ill intentions to harm our Dragon Country’s interests, directly eliminate them,” Ni Huang said, her eyes flashing with unwavering determination.

Lin Dong nodded, a sense of responsibility surged in his heart.

Protecting the Dragon Country is a responsibility every son and daughter of the Dragon Country must not shirk.

Afterward, he asked the question he was most curious about: ”How many powerhouses are there at the Hall of Fame Headquarters? Are there ancestor-level powerhouses? You just said that the second secondary ancestor of the Hall of Fame Headquarters issued that strange requirement, forbidding romantic involvement within the organization. Does this mean there are several ancestor-level powerhouses within the Hall of Fame?”

If there are two ancestor-level powerhouses, then the Hall of Fame is truly formidable.

It’s estimated that many Hidden Clan Sects don’t have two ancestor-level powerhouses.

Kunlun might not even have that. And what about the Western Regions Buddhism and the Taoist Sect? Do they have two ancestor-level powerhouses stationed?

One is possible, but two, Lin Dong was uncertain.

In Lin Dong’s understanding, ancestor-level powerhouses are those at the Martial Arts Peak, possessing world-destroying powers.

If an organization has two ancestor-level powerhouses, it undoubtedly holds a significant position in this world.

Ni Chang shook her head and said, ”I don’t know exactly how many ancestor-level powerhouses there are now; maybe two, maybe just one, or perhaps none.”

”I only know that our Hall of Fame has produced two ancestor-level powerhouses. The first ancestor-level powerhouse emerged over two thousand years ago, our Hall of Fame’s founder. His surname was Xuanyuan, and he is revered as Ancestor Xuanyuan!” Ni Chang’s eyes were filled with reverence and admiration, as if narrating a legendary story.

A scene emerged in Lin Dong’s mind—a powerful figure donned in ancient attire, wielding a long sword, traversing the battlefield with unmatched prowess.

He imagined Ancestor Xuanyuan fighting blood-soaked battles against enemies, to ensure the tranquility of the Dragon Country.

”As for the second ancestor-level powerhouse, that was one thousand years ago. It was a female ancestor-level powerhouse; her name and details are unknown, known only that Hall of Fame descendants honor her as the ’Heartless Ancestor,’” Ni Chang continued, her voice tinged with mystery.

Lin Dong’s curiosity was thoroughly piqued. A female ancestor-level powerhouse, what kind of peerless luminary and extraordinary strength must she possess?

He imagined the appearance of the Heartless Ancestor, his heart filled with curiosity.

”I don’t know if these two ancestor-level powerhouses are still alive today. Perhaps only the Dragon Venerable knows the specifics,” Ni Chang shrugged helplessly.

Upon hearing this, Lin Dong remained silent.

He contemplated one thing, and that was if the two ancestor-level powerhouses were still alive, how formidable would the Hall of Fame’s strength be?

With two great ancestor-level powerhouses overseeing, even Hidden Clan Sects would be comparable?

Lin Dong realized he had underestimated the powers of the Dragon Country.

All along, he thought he had gained a certain understanding of the Dragon Country’s forces, but what he learned from Ni Chang today made him realize that many powerful forces were hidden behind the Dragon Country, unbeknownst to most.

As for the founder, he probably isn’t around anymore, right?

Being an existence from over two thousand years ago.

Typically, even ancestor-level powerhouses only live around two thousand years. The likelihood of still being alive is slim, right?

Lin Dong speculated privately. He believed time is a force that cannot be resisted, and even ancestor-level powerhouses are hard-pressed to escape its wear.

Yet, the second ancestor-level powerhouse, the ’Heartless Ancestor,’ might likely still be alive.

But such matters generally aren’t within the purview of ordinary Hall of Fame members.

It’s also normal that Ni Huang doesn’t know.

As for Lin Dong, he had just joined, making it even less possible for him to know.

”Besides ancestor-level powerhouses, what other existences are there within the Hall of Fame?” Lin Dong inquired.

He wanted to know how many secondary ancestors there were, and how many Heavenly Realm Martial Artists there were.

To see what kind of force the Hall of Fame truly is.