Does this belong to my ancestor?

Xuan Ping requested the divine manual that the Mu Clan possessed. As soon as he saw the manual, he returned it to the Mu Clan acting head. He then returned to the interdimensional space and fortunately found the exact manual, but with one difference - it was a complete version of the Mu Clan divine manual.

"Brother, this time you've earned the right to not just be our friend, but a trusted companion. We can rely on you," Xuan Ping said.

"This manual is the exact divine manual of your clan, but it is a more comprehensive and understandable version. Take it and cultivate. Whenever you face a problem, just meet with Xiao Feng. He is more skilled than me," Xuan Ping continued.

"Just to remind you, I'm not giving this to you to share with your clan. It's exclusively for you," Xuan Ping added.

Mu Tianxing looked at Xuan Ping intensely, which made Xuan Ping feel a bit uneasy. "Big brothers, I truly appreciate these favors you've done for me, and I promise that anytime you need me, I'll be ready," Mu Tianxing expressed.

"That's the spirit. Just don't forget to have a clear goal when cultivating and stay focused. Find me when you require my help," Xuan Ping advised, patting Mu Tianxing on the back as he left the room.

"Prepare yourself. You must have the aura of a ruler before the day of your coronation, which will take place in four months," Xiao Feng added before leaving the room alongside Xuan Ping.

Left alone in the room, Mu Tianxing looked at the manual given to him by his brothers - "Divine Sword of Evolution." Determined, Mu Tianxing made a vow to become stronger within three months and travel the world with his brothers.

Immediately, he took the clan ancestral sword and went to a secluded area in the Mu Clan to begin his secluded cultivation, aiming to become one of the sovereigns.

...

WHITE LOTUS SECT

"Sister Xu Xin, you have been progressing rapidly in your cultivation. Can you share your secret with us?" someone asked.

Xu xin interjected, "There is no secret, just motivation. Xuan Ping promised to come back for me but would only take me along if I had broken through the Immortal Ascension Realm."

"Hmm, what a cocky bastard. Has he forgotten who takes care of him in this sect? And now he wants to neglect you because you're weak, as if he has even reached the Immortal Ascension Stage himself," Chu Zu exclaimed disapprovingly.

"No, you don't need to badmouth him. He actually explained a bit to me. His destiny and duties are far beyond what ordinary people can reach. Did you get to meet with Xuan Ping when he came for the inter-sect competition?" Xu Xin responded.

"Actually, after the competition, I couldn't come to greet him. I was really busy with a task," Chu Zu replied.

Xu Xin sighed, "Hmm, sitting with Xuan on the roof doesn't feel the same anymore. Staying too long beside him feels oppressing. Xuan Ping has transcended."

Xu xin asked, "Who is the strongest powerhouse we have in our White Lotus Sect?"

"Obviously, it's the sect master and the vice elder, including some elders," Chu Zu answered.

Xu Xin stared deep into Chu Zu's eyes and dropped a bombshell, "Even the sect master couldn't fathom the depth of Xuan Ping, especially that of his senior brother Xiao Feng. The sect master suspects they are already close to the Supreme Realm."

"What! Xuan Ping is already close to the Supreme Stage?" Chu Zu exclaimed, swallowing hard and wondering what opportunity Xuan Ping had come across since leaving the sect.

"I'll tell you something you don't know. Our White Lotus Sect wouldn't stand a chance against their mere core disciples. White Lotus still has a long way to go," Xu Xin revealed.

Chu Zu stood there, staring into empty space.

"If you have the time to waste here, go back to your pavilion and cultivate with all your might. The White Lotus Sect won't stay at the top for long unless we have a Supreme Powerhouse in our sect," Xu Xin advised sternly.

Chu Zu bowed to Xu Xin and said, "Thank you for the advice, Senior Sister. This might be what pushes my cultivation forward."

Although Xu Xin's rapid progress within such a short period of time wasn't solely due to the cultivation resources given to her by Xu Qing, her main motivation was not to be left behind by Xuan Ping.

“Xuan ping, please give me more time. I am trying my best, but I am finding it hard to study the divine manual you gave me. You especially warned me not to let anyone know of its existence, and things are really difficult for me. Please give me more time, and I will meet your expectations.”

Inside the White Lotus Sect meeting hall:

“Sect Master, Xu Xin is progressing rapidly in her cultivation, but don't you think it would be more appropriate for her to share what Xuan ping gave her for the progress of the sect?”

“I don't understand what you mean by that, Elder. Do you…?”

Another interrupted. “I highly agree with what Elder Gui just said. She needs to share for the progress of the sect.”

“Hmm, that's true. We all know that Lady Xu Xin has immeasurable talent for cultivation, but this alone can't be considered talent at work.”

“Yes, she has something that is helping her progress quickly.”

[Take a look at these elders. All of them are after their benefits. If only they knew what they were trying to play at, they wouldn't proceed any further], the Sect Master thought.

“I'm asking you all to say anything, but just don't do anything that will risk your life. Even I was warned not to bother Xu Xin in her secluded cultivation. If so, I would experience what I wouldn't like. Or do you think I don't want the progress of our sect?” The Sect Master added.

“Was that Xuan ping's doing?” An elder asked.

“Yes, to the extent that he told me if anyone hindered her cultivation, he would deal with the person once he was back.”

“And not only that, he had someone at the peak of Immortal Ascension Stage watch over her daily activities and ensure her safety,” the Sect Master had to lie because he didn't know what his elders might do just to get their hands on what Xu Xin knew.

He did it merely to protect Xu Xin.

[Xuan ping, please don't be annoyed. I had to lie using your name because only that can instill fear into these old men.]

“What! Xuan ping is coming back to the sect? Is he finally coming permanently?”

“I know nothing about that,” the Sect Master replied.

“You are all dismissed,” the Sect Master immediately declared. He didn't want to hear any more murmurs.

The elders all left the hall murmuring as they were not satisfied with the outcome of the meeting. Although, what can they do after witnessing the battle prowess of Xuan Ping?

The Sect Master left the ancestral hall to visit Xu Qing. Initially, he planned on just checking on her and leaving quietly, but Xu Qing already felt his presence even before he got closer.

“Father, you've come to check on me? I am doing good.” Xu Qing opened her eyes slowly.

He got closer and sat next to her. “I hope I'm not stressing you?”

“No, Father, I'm actually happy you came to see me.”

“Is there any reason why you are straining yourself?”

“It's for something great I'm not aware of myself. Xuan ping elder brother is scary. He laid down a really harsh criteria,” Xu Xin said.

“And what may that be, my child?” The Sect Master asked with concern on his face.

“Don't ever think of being with Xuan ping unless you break through the Immortal Ascension Stage. Do that, and everything will be alright. But if that's not achieved, you'll be merely playing with your life,” Xu Xin said exactly what Xiao Feng had said back then.

“That cocky little bastard! He better not let me set my eyes on him,” he said, gritting his teeth.

Xu Xin laughed softly. “It was really nice of you to be here, Father.”

“Hmm,” the Sect Master stood up. “I'll get going now. I might be a distraction, and no matter what, take it easy on yourself,” he said before leaving quietly.

“Thank you, Father,” Xu Xin said softly.

….

Immediately after Mu Tianxing entered secluded cultivation, Xuan Ping and Xiao Feng became completely free. Of course, they never missed a day without cultivating.

On the other hand, the Mu Clan kept on progressing. No one apart from Xu Qing was behind that. She kept pushing herself as she made high-grade pills and polished her alchemy skills.

Xuan Ping and Xiao Feng were bored with their current predicament, and they needed action. They wanted to fight because only then would they learn more and break through the Immortal Ascension Stage.

Xuan Ping and Xiao Feng remained distinct from all other people in the same realm because they possessed an immense amount of Qi.

“I wonder how that dude is faring,” Xiao Feng said out loud.

“If you're worried, why don't you go take a look at him without him noticing?” Xuan Ping suggested.

“There is no need for that since I gave him a little bit of motivation.”

“Oh, but wasn't that harsh?”

“If he can't face reality, he won't progress any further, especially when he has been in a realm for too long, it would be hard for him.”

“At least, you should still teach him some sword styles.”

"Hahaha, I would be glad if I knew even one sword style. I've just been swinging my sword normally; I am yet to comprehend the true meaning behind the Heaven Slaying Slash... I really require a teacher."

"I guess Master didn't teach us himself since he wanted us to experience things ourselves," Xuan Ping said.

"Should I teach you my Heaven Secret Movement?" Xuan Ping asked.

"What! Are you really going to teach me?" Xiao Feng was happy but wanted to be certain.

"Yes, since it might be a helpful technique once you learn how to make use of your sword slash."

"Thank you, junior brother!" Xiao Feng jumped on Xuan Ping. "Once we are done, we'll go into the interdimensional ring to have a good drink... hehe."

Xuan Ping covered the whole room with his Qi. As soon as he was done, he began to recite the manual to Xiao Feng and guide him.

After five hours of learning the Heaven Secret Movement from Xuan Ping, Xiao Feng finally grasped the intent and started to move around.

"Wow, seeing you do it was good, but doing it myself is much more exhilarating!" Xiao Feng jumped onto Xuan Ping again.

"Senior brother Xiao, I think you need to stop this habit of jumping on me. It makes me really uncomfortable," Xuan Ping proclaimed.

After three months, Mu Tianxing was finally getting the hang of the divine manual.

He knew there was no more time to play around, so he kept pushing, even if there were just a few hours left to complete the three months.

Xuan Ping, Xiao Feng, and Xu Qing all awaited Mu Tianxing in the ancestral hall. The preparations for his coronation were finally ready, and all that was left was for Mu Tianxing to come out either overpowered or hiding due to being unable to break through the task given to him by his senior brothers.

"What is going on? Why is that little lad not here yet?" the acting clan head said, feeling a bit annoyed. He knew Mu Tianxing was always early, no matter the situation, but now he was acting contrary to his expectations.

"Don't worry, acting clan head. I trust that he will be here very soon," Xiao Feng said.

"Brother Xiao, it's still a bit harsh," Xuan Ping whispered into Xiao Feng's ear.

After waiting for two more hours, the acting clan head was finally tired of waiting for Mu Tianxing's arrival. The coronation had been pushed forward by two months to assess Mu Tianxing's competency before he becomes the next head of the Mu clan.

Suddenly, everyone became silent as a handsome figure walked in. "I knew he could do it," Xiao Feng smirked.

"I don't think there will be a need for postponement," said Mu Tianxing as he walked into the ancestral hall slowly. The aura he was filled with felt like that of a monarch.