Wu dong Qian Kun: I, Lin Langtian, Refuse to be a Supporting Character

”Could this possibly be the Devourer’s Legacy?” Lin Langtian murmured, noticing the swirling black hole symbol in the corner of the ancient parchment. He had examined the cloth many times without finding anything, but as soon as he had bonded with the Devouring Ancestral Symbol, the map changed. This clue seemed to tie the parchment to the Devouring Ancestral Symbol.

”No, it’s probably not the Devourer’s Legacy,” he mused, narrowing his eyes. ”This must be a remnant left by one of the former wielders of the Devouring Ancestral Symbol.” Lin Langtian thought back to the legends. The Devourer, among the mightiest on the continent, had a legacy that would be sought by many. But this piece of parchment seemed more modest, nowhere near such a legendary treasure.

According to his knowledge, the Devourer’s Legacy wouldn’t open for at least another decade. It was more likely that this map led to a heritage left by one of the Devouring Symbol’s past owners. Since the Devourer’s fall, the Devouring Ancestral Symbol had changed hands many times, with Lin Dong’s predecessor, the Dark-Eyed Elder, being only the latest in a long line. Most likely, this map held clues left behind by another former owner of the Devouring Symbol.

”It’s too bad that it’s just a fragment,” he sighed, running his hand over the incomplete map.

”It’s a good start. Even if you found the full legacy now, you’re not strong enough to claim it anyway,” Ling Yi’s voice advised calmly. ”It’s best to be patient; you might find the other fragments later.”

Nodding, Lin Langtian put the map back. It might not be much for now, but it was valuable information. If he could gather the pieces in the future, he might unlock this hidden treasure. With that thought, he stood up and finally opened the door.

Outside, Lin Dong had been waiting patiently. The moment Lin Langtian stepped out, Lin Dong’s weary eyes instantly brightened.

”So powerful…” Lin Dong murmured as he felt the strong aura that Lin Langtian now exuded. After three months, Lin Langtian’s presence seemed even more imposing.

”Lin Dong, come in,” Lin Langtian smiled as he welcomed him inside.

Once they were seated, Lin Langtian wasted no time. He handed Lin Dong the original Devouring Ancestral Symbol, which floated in the air between them.

”I apologize for the delay; some things came up unexpectedly,” Lin Langtian said with a slight smile.

Lin Dong sighed with relief as he accepted the Ancestral Symbol, waving his hand dismissively. ”It’s all right. For something like the Devouring Symbol, it’s worth waiting a little longer.”

Gazing at the ancient symbol that emitted a unique power, Lin Dong couldn’t help but admire Lin Langtian’s integrity. Of course, he had no idea that Lin Langtian had successfully created a duplicate Devouring Ancestral Symbol. Placing the symbol safely away, he glanced back at Lin Langtian and asked, ”So, what is your second condition for giving me the Devouring Ancestral Symbol?”

Lin Langtian gave a slight, enigmatic smile. ”That…will have to wait. When the time is right, I’ll let you know. Until then, please don’t forget.”

This second condition was for a future opportunity to copy another Ancestral Symbol, should Lin Dong acquire more of them. If things went as Lin Langtian predicted, Lin Dong would likely find other symbols in the years to come, and Lin Langtian planned to call in this favor when that time came.

Lin Dong seemed a little taken aback by the vague answer but nodded in agreement. He didn’t know what Lin Langtian had in mind, but he felt grateful. To trade only two promises for the Devouring Ancestral Symbol was beyond generous.

After a pause, Lin Dong hesitantly asked, ”If you don’t mind me asking, since the Dark-Eyed Elder didn’t recognize you as the Ancestral Symbol’s owner, how did you know it was destined for me? Was it just a hunch?”

This question had weighed on Lin Dong’s mind for the past three months; he was genuinely curious about why Lin Langtian had singled him out as the one to receive the Ancestral Symbol.

Lin Langtian smiled, a little surprised by the question. Of course, he knew that Lin Dong’s destiny was to become a powerful martial master, but instead of explaining the complex reasons, he responded thoughtfully.

”Lin Dong, there’s a technique I’ve learned called the Qi-Observing Technique.”

”Qi-Observing Technique?” Lin Dong asked, tilting his head in confusion.

”Yes. It’s an art that lets me sense a person’s fate or ’qi,’” Lin Langtian explained, chuckling. ”When I observed you, I saw qi as powerful as a dragon—a clear sign of greatness. So, I entrusted the Devouring Ancestral Symbol to you.”

With a slight smile, Lin Langtian patted Lin Dong on the shoulder and turned to leave.

Lin Dong watched as Lin Langtian disappeared into the distance, his figure slowly fading from view.

(End of Chapter)

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