"It was taken away?"
Lin Dong's expression faltered upon hearing this, and he subconsciously glanced at Lin Xuan. Seeing this, the Black Eyes Old Man smiled and shook his head.
"You don't need to look at him; his purpose is different from yours."
This was also the reason why the Black Eyes Old Man thought highly of Lin Xuan. For most people, they would not abandon what is near for what is far, but rather abandon what is far for what is near, because what is near is easier to obtain.
But cultivation is different. If a cultivator dares to abandon what is near for what is far, then they must possess great courage, great wisdom, and great perseverance!
How great is the difference between near and far? You see the road beneath your feet, he sees the distant mountain; you see the clouds in the sky, he sees the sky above the clouds; a drop of rain, you see a rainy day, but he sees the surrounding flow, the transformation of yin and yang!
A cultivator should possess the heart to abandon what is near for what is far, seeking the distance, with the lofty ambition of not fearing the floating clouds obscuring the view, the long and arduous road of seeking from above and below, and the unwavering determination to not fear the high mountains and distant roads.
Every cultivator who can truly abandon what is near for what is far is definitely an unparalleled hero!
In fact, in a sense, those powerhouses of the ancient times were also heroes who abandoned what was near for what was far, not seeking momentary peace, but seeking eternal tranquility.
Therefore, this was the reason why the Black Eyes Old Man was so excited after hearing Lin Xuan's words earlier.
"The Devouring Ancestor Symbol was taken away three years ago."
If he didn't know that Lin Dong possessed the Ancestral Stone, the Black Eyes Old Man might not have been so enthusiastic, but since Lin Dong could be chosen by the Ancestral Stone, he was the best person to entrust the Devouring Ancestor Symbol to.
"However, you don't need to worry. I left a seal on the Devouring Ancestor Symbol. In this world, only he and I can break it."
As the Black Eyes Old Man spoke, he pointed at Lin Xuan. Seeing this, Lin Xuan couldn't help but explain,
"Senior is too kind. Lin Xuan is far inferior to senior in the art of formations."
Little Marten twitched its lips upon hearing this. Now, it had learned to understand some of this pervert's humble words. Although Lin Xuan might really be inferior to the Black Eyes Old Man in the art of formations, if he got his hands on it, studied it, he would actually be able to break it.
It had to be said, he was truly a pervert. A Nirvana Realm cultivator could actually break the powerful seal left by a Revolving Wheel Realm peak expert.
However, when he thought that this pervert was able to repair the Ancient Tablet without obtaining the Great Desolate Ancient Tablet, Little Marten felt that this didn't seem like a rare thing.
Lin Dong secretly breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this. Fortunately, the Young Clan Leader's purpose here didn't seem to be for the Devouring Ancestor Symbol, otherwise, he could really pack up and go home.
"Your spirit talisman is connected to the Devouring Ancestor Symbol, and you just happened to be able to come here. Perhaps, this is fate in the dark. Since this is the case, I will pass on the method to break it to you, and I hope you will not disgrace it."
The Black Eyes Old Man didn't seem to want to say more. As he spoke, he simply pointed his finger, and the huge black stone pillar beneath him instantly shattered, and countless black lights shot out from it, eventually intertwining in the sky, forming a black rune that was like a substance.
As soon as the black rune appeared, it directly fell into Lin Dong's hands. Immediately afterward, the Black Eyes Old Man didn't give Lin Dong a chance to speak, and with a wave of his hand, he sent Lin Dong out. At the same time, a voice entered Lin Dong's ears.
"Remember, the Ancestor Symbol is a wondrous object of heaven and earth, possessing the power to protect heaven and earth. By obtaining it, you will also bear the responsibility of protecting heaven and earth. Work hard in your cultivation, and I hope you will not disgrace the reputation of our Devouring Ancestor Symbol lineage!"
For some reason, when he mentioned 'Devouring Ancestor Symbol lineage', Lin Dong could feel a heroic aura in the Black Eyes Old Man's tone.
After Lin Dong disappeared, only Lin Xuan, who had arrived first, and the Black Eyes Old Man were left on this wasteland.
"I want to ask you for a favor."
Without asking any further questions, Lin Xuan directly agreed.
"Lin Xuan is not good with words, I can only say, I will do my best!"
Not only because of the grace of teaching, but also because of the admiration for the fearless spirit of the old man in front of him. Sometimes, there doesn't need to be too much friendship, just two sentences are enough to do everything in one's power to do what one thinks is worthwhile.
The Black Eyes couldn't help but laugh out loud upon hearing this. There was a sense of relief in that laughter, as if all his obsessions and worries had been resolved.
"Hahaha, then I, old man, will thank you greatly. It's just a pity that I couldn't share a drink with you in this lifetime. Otherwise, it would definitely be a great joy in life!"
"Lin Xuan doesn't like to drink, so he might disappoint senior."
Lin Xuan raised his hand in response, and the Black Eyes Old Man just smiled and shook his head, saying with undiminished smile.
"Sometimes, drinking isn't about the wine, it's about who you're drinking with. As the saying goes, a thousand cups are too few when you meet a kindred spirit. Sometimes, what you're drinking isn't wine, it's sentiment. Hahaha, although you have extremely high talent, sometimes, you should have more of life's pleasures!"
As the Black Eyes Old Man spoke, a few traces of emotion involuntarily rose on his face. He looked around at the endless, desolate wilderness and sighed softly.
"In my Black Eyes' life, I have not failed the grace of heaven and earth, nor have I been unworthy of my teacher's virtue. It is rare that before my death, I could learn of such good news. After death, I will also be able to give an explanation to my master and the disciples of the sect."
Looking at the Black Eyes Old Man's figure gradually becoming somewhat illusory, Lin Xuan did not speak. For a time, a faint sense of desolation permeated the entire wilderness.
"I can feel that, having lost the suppression of the Devouring Ancestor Symbol, that Otherworldly Demon sealed in the depths of the earth has already recovered some strength. You must be careful, it may revive at any time. This remnant body of mine can no longer support it."
After pondering for a while, Lin Xuan suddenly chuckled. This was the first time the Black Eyes Old Man had seen a smile on Lin Xuan's face, and he couldn't help but be stunned. He only heard Lin Xuan say softly.
"Rest assured, old friend, Lin Xuan has practiced swordsmanship until now. Although his swordsmanship is shallow and he is powerless to resist that Otherworldly Demon race expert, he still has considerable confidence in sealing it in this place!"
In his calm voice, there was a trace of incomparably domineering arrogance.
That was an Otherworldly Demon King Palace, enough to be comparable to a Reincarnation Realm expert who had passed through the Second Reincarnation Tribulation. Even if it was severely injured, it was by no means something that a mere Five Yuan Nirvana Realm could match.
However, anyone who heard those words would not feel doubt in their hearts. It seemed that there was a magical power that made people believe him involuntarily.
"Haha, if that's the case, then old friend, I can rest assured leaving this place to you."
A relaxed smile appeared on Black Eyes' face. Subsequently, his entire illusory figure could no longer be maintained and directly shattered. Countless black light spots finally gathered together and all merged into Lin Xuan's mind.
That was Black Eyes' lifelong insights, which included his understanding and application of the Devouring Ancestor Symbol.