The hall fell into a heavy silence.

After a moment of silence, Saint Mother Yao Chi took out a piece of armor and a black halberd, saying, “This is an ancient divine armor I found in the past, called Glory of the Water God. I am passing it to you as well.”

Huang Xiaolong’s mouth moved, but no words were spoken, quietly receiving both the armor and black halberd.

Subsequently, Saint Mother Yao Chi also reminded Huang Xiaolong many other things, including where the Yaochi Sect’s treasury was and the secret method to open it.

A little over an hour later, feeling that she had nothing left to say to Huang Xiaolong, Saint Mother Yao Chi sounded jaded as she said, “You go back first. Tomorrow, when it’s time for me to ascend, come see Master off.”

Huang Xiaolong stiffened, but he saluted then turned to leave.

Watching Huang Xiaolong’s back as he left, a hint of sadness flickered in Saint Mother Yao Chi’s eyes.

All of a sudden,...