The ancient tower was built to be extremely tall and majestic, each layer resembling a mountain range. A sense of ancient, weathered grandeur emanated from it.
It was surrounded by a greenish glow, with a layer of chaotic light enveloping it, making it difficult to see clearly inside. It seemed to stand within the flow of time, eternal and unchanging.
"There really is a tower here…"
"The records left by the ancient ancestor are not wrong. Even the appearance and height of this tower match the descriptions exactly."
The head of the Jing family and the oldest elders had already arrived here.
They now stood on a barren, desolate peak, examining the ancient tower with extremely complex expressions.
It was clear they knew something, unlike the other Jing family members who were shocked and excited.
Around the ancient tower, figures moved about. The Jing family members who had arrived stood nearby, also examining everything in awe.
In the Land of Eternal Life that the Jing family had guarded for generations, there was only this towering structure, which was truly astonishing and unbelievable.
Moreover, as if sensing their presence, the tower emitted billions of rays of light, trembling slightly and producing a faint hum.
"I can sense the auras of the Jing family's ancestors inside. There really are generations of our ancestors who came here to guard this place."
"My grandfather also came here. He might still be inside."
A Jing family elder at the Dao Realms spoke excitedly.
His seniority was also very high. The person he referred to as his grandfather must have lived for an unimaginably long time.
"I also feel a connection through my bloodline. The ancestors of our lineage are also inside this tower."
Another Jing family elder spoke excitedly, unable to hide the joy on his face.
The Jing family members were now certain that their ancestors were indeed trapped inside this ancient tower.
But why were they trapped here?
Weren't they supposed to have been welcomed into the Land of Eternal Life?
"Clan Leader, do you know something about this tower?"
At this moment, a Jing family member asked.
The head of the Jing family's expression became even more complicated. He exchanged glances with the other elders and sighed, shaking his head. "I do know some things."
"The ancient ancestor who founded the Jing family left behind a letter, which recorded some details about the Land of Eternal Life."
"This ancient tower, called the Demon-Sealing Tower, was described in great detail. The ancient ancestor repeatedly instructed that no matter what happened in the future, this tower must never be opened, and the being sealed inside must never be released."
Thus, the head of the Jing family didn't know what to do now.
He could clearly sense the auras of many Jing family ancestors inside the tower.
"What would happen if we opened it?"
But those were the ancient ancestor's instructions. He had left the letter specifically, clearly deeply concerned. However, the ancient ancestor's soul lamp was still lit, meaning he might still be inside the tower.
The head of the Jing family was filled with struggle and inner conflict.
At this moment, some Jing family members began trying to approach the tower, wanting to enter it.
The surface of the tower seemed to have an invisible barrier. As the Jing family members approached, they touched a transparent ripple, like flowing water, and their figures were instantly swallowed, disappearing in an instant.
This scene immediately alarmed the other Jing family members.
"They just went in? There was no resistance at all?"
"What exactly is inside?"
Seeing this, several elders at the Dao Realms felt uneasy. They had also wanted to try entering but hesitated and stopped.
They felt that once inside the tower, it wouldn't be easy to come out.
There were clearly the auras of their ancestors inside, yet they couldn't leave.
"Clan Leader, should we open this tower? Our ancestors are definitely trapped inside and need our help to escape."
A clan member asked, thinking of the Imperial Immortal Palace's mission to rescue their trapped founder.
Hearing this, the head of the Jing family looked hesitant, unsure of what to do.
Jing Xiang's parents, who had just arrived, exchanged glances. They felt that the clan leader must know something.
Based on what Jing Xiang had said, it was highly likely that the ancient ancestor of the Jing family was sealed inside this tower.
"Do not open this tower. Everyone, stay away from it. Do not approach it."
The head of the Jing family sighed inwardly, shaking his head and giving the order.
The other elders also nodded. "Let's not rush this. Let's see what the Imperial Immortal Palace does first. Since their founder is also trapped here, they will definitely find a way to rescue him. Our priority now is to help the Imperial Immortal Palace rescue their founder."
They were also aware of the contents of the letter, which was why they were being so cautious and did not dare to act recklessly.
Moreover, this made them worry about another possibility.
Could the being sealed inside the Demon-Sealing Tower actually be the founder of the Imperial Immortal Palace?
Could the relationship between the founder of the Imperial Immortal Palace and the ancient ancestor of the Jing family not be one of allies or friends, but rather enemies
Otherwise, why would the ancient ancestor leave specific instructions in the letter?
Hearing these words, many Jing family members who were unaware of the truth were shocked and confused. They didn't understand why their ancestors were trapped inside the tower, yet the clan leader and elders were indifferent and wouldn't let them open it.
"This matter involves some secrets that cannot be revealed yet. I will find the right time to explain everything to everyone later."
The head of the Jing family knew what everyone was thinking and explained helplessly.
"Could what Xiang'er said be true?"
Jing Xiang's parents exchanged glances, their expressions growing more serious.
Originally, they had been skeptical of Jing Xiang's words, but now it seemed they were coming true.
What kind of secret could make the clan leader prevent everyone from opening the tower? Their ancestors were clearly trapped inside, yet he turned a blind eye.
What exactly had the Jing family been guarding for generations?
A deep sense of doubt filled Jing Xiang's parents' hearts, causing them to struggle internally.
At this moment, the voice Jing Xiang had heard before resurfaced in his mind.