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Chapter 660: The Soul Splitting Technique

The war that erupted in the Ancient Realm sent shockwaves across Central Plains, plunging the entire region into tension and uncertainty.

After sealing off the Ancient Realm, Gu Yuan successfully relocated the members of the Xiao Clan to the Ancient Realm for their safety.

Inside the Gu Clan's grand hall, Xiao Ze rubbed his brow thoughtfully. Despite the numerous opportunities he had accumulated, he couldn't be sure whether they were enough to help him bridge the massive gap to reach Nine Star Dou Saint or even the legendary Dou Di level.

As he pondered, his thoughts were interrupted by Gu Yuan's arrival. Gu Yuan's expression was grave as he handed several jade slips to Xiao Ze.

"These are the replies from the other ancient clans," Gu Yuan said.

Noticing Gu Yuan's serious demeanor, Xiao Ze felt a foreboding sense of unease. Infusing his soul power into the jade slips, Xiao Ze's frown deepened as he read the contents.

"The other ancient clans' Ancient Jades have been taken by the Soul Clan? And the Soul Heavenly Emperor himself appeared at the other clans?" Xiao Ze murmured, his voice low.

According to the jade slips, the Soul Heavenly Emperor had attacked not only the Gu Clan but also the Yan Clan and the Lei Clan. Along with a few elite forces, he had led two Eight Star Dou Saints and, with the aid of hidden traitors within the clans, succeeded in seizing their Ancient Jades.

"What about the Medicine Clan and the Stone Clan?" Xiao Ze asked.

"There's been no reply. Their respective spaces have also been sealed," Gu Yuan responded, his tone heavy.

Xiao Ze ran his fingers over the jade slip as he analyzed the situation.

"It seems that, apart from the jade in my possession, all the Ancient Jades from the other clans have already fallen into the hands of the Soul Clan."

Gu Yuan's expression darkened further as he listened to Xiao Ze's assessment.

"The Soul Clan's sudden aggression it's as if they've been provoked into a desperate, all or nothing gamble to seize the Ancient Jades."

Xiao Ze nodded, his tone calm but sharp.

"The Spirit Clan was the first ancient clan to disappear, likely wiped out in silence by the Soul Clan. Void Swallowing Flame, now at the early Nine Star Dou Saint level, could have used his power to isolate the Stone Clan and Medicine Clan's spaces from external detection. With this, the Soul Clan methodically devoured those clans."

He continued, "The Soul Clan then revealed four previously hidden Eight Star Dou Saints, enabling them to seize the Ancient Jades from the Yan and Lei Clans."

"Uncle, we must act quickly to unite with the Yan and Lei Clans. Otherwise, if we allow the Soul Clan to pick us off one by one, the consequences will be dire," Xiao Ze warned.

Gu Yuan nodded firmly.

"The Yan and Lei Clans are already leading their elite forces here to the Ancient Realm. Their respective domains have also been sealed to prevent interference."

"What concerns me," Gu Yuan added, "is whether the combined strength of our three clans will be enough to surpass the Soul Clan. And what exactly is the nature of the Soul Heavenly Emperor's technique that allows him to appear in multiple places?"

Xiao Ze examined the jade slips again, noting that the Soul Heavenly Emperor had personally fought against the clan leaders of the Yan and Lei Clans. Both had sensed the overwhelming power of a Nine Star Dou Saint from him.

Gu Yuan sighed heavily.

"The Soul Clan is the oldest of the ancient clans. Even though we've clashed for generations, it's impossible to know all the methods they've developed over time."

At that moment, Xiao Ze retrieved a dragon shaped jade pendant to contact Xiao Xuan. Before leaving the Heavenly Tomb, Xiao Ze had given this pendant to Xiao Xuan to ensure they could communicate quickly if needed.

After explaining the situation, Xiao Xuan's voice came through the pendant after a long silence.

"This technique… I think I've seen something similar before…"

"Ancestor, can you recall the details?" Xiao Ze asked urgently.

Gu Yuan also leaned closer, his attention focused on the pendant. While Gu Yuan was a peak Nine Star Dou Saint with vast experience, he lacked Xiao Xuan's extensive travels and encounters with ancient relics during his search to address the Xiao Clan's declining bloodline.

Xiao Xuan finally responded, his tone thoughtful.

"In an ancient ruin, I once came across a technique called the Soul Splitting Technique."

He elaborated, "This technique allows the user to split their soul and use vast amounts of soul power to create a real soul clone capable of wielding a portion of the original's strength."

Although the technique sounded powerful, Xiao Xuan added a note of caution.

"However, the records in the ruin hinted at a potential flaw in the technique, though the specifics weren't detailed."

"Do you remember anything about this flaw?" Xiao Ze pressed.

"Unfortunately, the records were incomplete," Xiao Xuan replied, his tone regretful. "But the name itself suggests that splitting the soul might compromise its integrity. It's possible that the Soul Heavenly Emperor's soul has been weakened as a result."

"Gu Yuan, if you face the Soul Heavenly Emperor again, try targeting his soul directly," Xiao Xuan advised.

Gu Yuan nodded gravely.

"If his soul is damaged, it could indeed be a self inflicted weakness."

Xiao Ze's mind raced. If the Soul Splitting Technique required vast amounts of soul power, then the Soul Clan's resources were being stretched thin. After all, Void Swallowing Flame, in his pursuit of an imperial level soul, was already consuming enormous amounts of soul power. Now, with the Soul Heavenly Emperor using this technique, their reserves must be running low.

It was possible that the Soul Heavenly Emperor's reliance on the Soul Splitting Technique was delaying Void Swallowing Flame's progress.

"Uncle, I'll leave the Xiao Clan in your care for now," Xiao Ze said, bowing after putting away the jade pendant. "I'm planning to search for an opportunity to break through."

Gu Yuan hesitated, concerned.

"Leaving the Ancient Realm now could expose you to the Soul Heavenly Emperor's pursuit."

"I'll be fine. I'm confident in my ability to conceal myself," Xiao Ze reassured him. "Besides, I'm heading to the Endless Void this time, not wandering the continent."

Hearing this, Gu Yuan nodded reluctantly.

"That's a good idea. I'll be occupied organizing the alliance with the Yan and Lei Clans, so I won't be able to guard you personally."

With a firm plan in mind, Xiao Ze prepared to step into the unknown, determined to secure the strength needed to turn the tide against the Soul Clan.

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