The group traveled quickly, arriving near the Vermilion Bird Holy Land in a few days.
Upon nearing the Vermilion Bird Holy Land, the group was subjected to inspection.
However, after Qin Chu revealed his identity, the inspection ceased, and the group smoothly reached the Vermilion Bird Holy Land.
As soon as Qin Chu and the others entered the Vermilion Bird Holy Land, Qin Longhan and others appeared.
“Our Vermilion Bird descendant, the Young Lord of the Vermilion Bird Holy Family, has returned!” Qin Longhan’s emotions were very high.
After Qin Chu and Shang Shuyu dismounted from the beast carriage, they paid their respects to Qin Longhan, Qin Longxuan, and the others. Lang Lang and Qian Xun did the same; as friends of Qin Chu, they naturally showed respect to his elders.
Grandma Yu cupped her fists towards Qin Longhan, and Qin Longhan returned the gesture. Grandma Yu held a senior position in the Azure Dragon Holy Family, and Qin Longhan respected her greatly.
After the exchange of greetings, they proceeded to the Vermilion Bird Grand Hall.
After some pleasantries, Qin Longhan arranged for a banquet to be prepared.
“Qin Chu, your grandfather has built a residence for you, called the Young Sparrow Courtyard. Let’s go see it now; it’s perfect for entertaining your friends,” Qin Longhan said after arranging the banquet.
Upon arriving at Young Sparrow Villa, Qin Chu was very satisfied.
“Yu’er, what do you think? If you’re not satisfied with anything, tell your grandfather, and we’ll rebuild it,” Qin Longhan asked, looking at Shang Shuyu.
“It’s very good, this place is already very good.” Shang Shuyu’s face flushed. What did Qin Longhan mean by that? It meant that when she and Qin Chu married, they would live here.
After instructing Qin Chu to entertain his guests, Qin Longhan left the Young Sparrow Courtyard.
“It’s indeed not bad!” Grandma Yu was also very satisfied with the Young Sparrow Courtyard.
After Qin Chu settled down, he also had Lang Lang and Qian Xun stay. The Young Sparrow Courtyard was very large, so accommodating some guests was not an issue.
After a short rest, it was time for the evening banquet. People from the Azure Dragon Holy Family came to visit, and Qin Longhan attached great importance to it, drinking a few cups with Grandma Yu before leaving.
After settling Grandma Yu and Shang Shuyu to rest, Qin Chu went to Qin Longhan’s residence.
“Qin Chu, you’re here.” Qin Longhan stood in front of the pavilion and waved to Qin Chu.
“Greetings, Grandfather.” Qin Chu bowed in respect.
“There’s no need to be so formal with your grandfather. Your aunt and Uncle Qingyi have gone out and will be back in a couple of days,” Qin Longhan said to Qin Chu, knowing that Qin Chu would surely ask.
“I was just about to ask Grandfather about that. There’s also another matter: Qin Chu wants to ask Grandfather, what is the deal with the Vermilion Bird Stone?” Qin Chu asked the question he wanted to address after returning.
Qin Longhan was silent for a moment, then looked at Qin Chu. “The Vermilion Bird Stone has a very long history, dating back to the birth of our Vermilion Bird Holy Family. According to ancient records, a firebird once descended upon our Vermilion Bird Holy Land. Our ancestors said it was a Vermilion Bird. After the Vermilion Bird descended, it perished, and its resting place became a sea of fire, which you’ve visited—it’s the Vermilion Bird Sea of Fire beneath our Holy Land. When the sea of fire was born, our ancestors discovered the Vermilion Bird Stone beneath the Vermilion Bird. No one knows what the Vermilion Bird Stone truly is. It contains extremely strong fire energy, but no one has been able to draw upon it for Cultivation. No one is clear about the secrets it holds. Now that it’s in your hands, keep it. Just make sure it doesn’t fall into the hands of outsiders.”
“Grandfather, I planned to use it to Cultivate Vermilion Bird Fire, but I was worried that the Vermilion Bird Stone might be too important to our Vermilion Bird Holy Family, so I didn’t dare,” Qin Chu explained his concerns.
“It’s up to you. Since it came into your hands, and you obtained it from outside, it is your Opportunity. Perhaps you can uncover the secret of the Vermilion Bird Stone,” Qin Longhan said to Qin Chu. He had no intention of reclaiming the Vermilion Bird Stone; it would only be a mere ornament if he took it back.
“Then Qin Chu understands. Is the Family’s Medicinal Pill supply sufficient? If not, then I’ll refine some more,” Qin Chu said.
Qin Longhan smiled, “It’s sufficient, more than sufficient! The Family’s revival can be said to be entirely thanks to you.”
“Grandfather, please don’t say that. Qin Chu is a descendant of the Vermilion Bird Holy Family, so it’s only natural for him to contribute to the Family,” Qin Chu said.
“I’ve discussed some matters with your Third Granduncle, and without your appearance, his injuries could not have healed. As for me, if it weren’t for the Medicinal Pills you refined, my Lifespan would have almost run out, let alone reaching the Half-Step Martial Saint Realm now. So, you are the key to the Vermilion Bird Holy Family’s revival, and you could even be said to be the embodiment of the Vermilion Bird Holy Family’s Luck. When you are outside, be sure to take good care of yourself. Without you, the Vermilion Bird Holy Family has no future!” Qin Longhan said to Qin Chu.
Qin Chu nodded, “Grandfather, rest assured, my parents will return; it’s only a matter of time.”
When Qin Zhan Ye and Zhen Xueyan were mentioned, Qin Longhan sighed; there were some matters he felt helpless about.
Qin Chu and Qin Longhan chatted for quite a while before Qin Chu returned to the Young Sparrow Courtyard to rest.
After a night’s rest, Qin Chu took Shang Shuyu for a walk within the Vermilion Bird Holy Land.
As for Lang Lang and Qian Xun, others entertained them, and Grandma Yu was invited away by Qin Longhan.
With Shang Shuyu, Qin Chu spoke about what he knew of the Vermilion Bird Holy Family and its past.
“No wonder you, Aunt Lingxi, and Uncle Qingyi are so close; they truly sacrificed for you,” Shang Shuyu said.
Qin Chu nodded, “In Elder Mo’s time-reversal, I saw Aunt Lingxi’s hair turn white instantly, and my heart ached. Unless she was in extreme sorrow, she wouldn’t have been like that. Uncle Qingyi was imprisoned in the Black Ice Prison by the Black Tortoise Holy Family for nearly twenty years to save me, enduring much suffering. I remember all of this, and I will honor them like a son.”
Shang Shuyu nodded; she empathized with what Qin Chu had experienced.
When Qin Chu and Shang Shuyu returned to the Vermilion Bird Grand Hall, Qin Lingxi and Qingyi appeared; they had just returned from outside.
Seeing the two, Qin Chu and Shang Shuyu both bowed slightly in greeting.
Qin Lingxi supported Shang Shuyu, and Qingyi helped Qin Chu up, “Little Young… Qin Chu, you don’t need to do this; it’s not appropriate.”
“There’s nothing inappropriate. Without you and Aunt Lingxi, there would be no Qin Chu,” Qin Chu said.
“Haha! Aunt Lingxi didn’t dote on you in vain. Seeing you like this now, Aunt Lingxi is happy,” Qin Lingxi said, looking at Qin Chu.
It was lively; the Vermilion Bird Holy Land had a Family atmosphere.
After two lively days, that night Qin Chu took out the Vermilion Bird Stone. He intended to study it. The Vermilion Bird Stone had been an ornament in the past, and if he didn't study it, it would remain an ornament. If it could help enhance the Vermilion Bird Holy Fire, then it would gain value.
Qin Chu was not one to procrastinate; he acted as soon as he thought of something.
Sitting cross-legged, holding the Vermilion Bird Stone in both hands, Qin Chu began to Cultivate.
The Vermilion Bird Holy Fire, guided by Qin Chu’s Origin Qi, reached his hands and enveloped the Vermilion Bird Stone, but it did not absorb the stone’s energy.
This puzzled Qin Chu. He opened his eyes and observed, watching the Vermilion Bird Holy Fire and the Vermilion Bird Stone.
After observing for a while, Qin Chu’s heart jolted; he had made a discovery.