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"He descended to Earth ahead of schedule in order to advance the Eternal Night Cataclysm and some secret."
That year was the first year of the Tianqi era of the Tang Dynasty.
"The so-called 'Eternal Night is coming, and the son of Hades will appear in the human world' is just a lie fabricated by Haotian to deceive the world."
"Haotian also knew that his arrival would be noticed by the powerful figures in the mortal world, so he deliberately landed at the residence of Grand Scholar Zeng Jing."
"The goal is to divert the attention of the powerful beings in the human world by using that boy from another world in the Lin family."
"Because Haotian's original body, which has just descended to the mortal realm, is still very weak and cannot withstand the awakening of Haotian's will."
"Although Haotian tore off a corner of the night when he descended to earth, turning it into a divine artifact as a means of survival."
"But if we encounter a powerful expert at this time, there is still great danger."
"Judging from the results, everything was within Haotian's expectations."
"Because of that person from another world in the Lin family who was born with a lot of knowledge, he escaped a catastrophic disaster."
As soon as Su Chen finished speaking, the hall erupted in chaos.
No one expected that it would actually be like this.
The dark force that descended from the sky fifteen years ago was not the son of Hades, but Haotian!
Although some people had suspected it beforehand, they were still shocked when they actually heard the news.
At this moment, they finally understood that Haotian was the King of the Underworld, the mastermind behind the Eternal Night Catastrophe.
Moreover, with Haotian's descent to the mortal realm, this once-in-ten-thousand-years eternal night calamity has begun.
After hearing what Su Chen said next, everyone was even more moved.
It turns out that everything back then was the result of Haotian's meticulous planning.
Originally, the human world had a chance to control Haotian when his human form was at its weakest.
Unfortunately, due to Haotian's scheme, Wei Guangming made a misjudgment and missed the best opportunity.
Thinking of this, all the martial arts heroes couldn't help but sigh and began to discuss among themselves:
"This is terrifying! I guessed that the dark power was related to Haotian, but I never expected it to be Haotian himself!"
"It cannot be said to be Haotian himself, but only that his will manifested in the human world. The one that appeared in the residence of Grand Scholar Zeng Jing was just an incarnation of him."
"Haotian is the only god in this world. Even if he is just an incarnation, he is terrifying enough. It's a pity that we couldn't destroy him back then."
"The Great Calamity of Eternal Night is truly approaching. Even Haotian came here fifteen years ago. This secret is terrifying."
"I never expected Haotian to be so cunning. If it weren't for that child from another world in the Lin family taking the fall for him, he might have been captured by Wei Guangming long ago."
"Wei Guangming was really confused this time. He was Haotian's most devoted believer, and he almost killed Haotian."
"I can imagine the sensation this news will cause once it gets out."
It's in the first private room on the west side of the fifteenth floor.
Shangguan Wan'er's eyes widened, and she said in disbelief, "Haotian arrived in Chang'an City fifteen years ago and even went to the residence of Grand Scholar Zeng Jing. How... how is this possible?"
On the surface, Wu Zetian remained calm, but inside she was in turmoil.
She was different from others; she was the Empress of the Tang Dynasty, and she had been in Chang'an for fifteen years.
Over the years, she and Zeng Jing have met countless times.
The thought that Haotian, the only god in the world who destroys the human world every thousand years, was actually in Zeng Jing's mansion was quite surprising.
Even a cunning and shrewd person like Wu Zetian was deeply shocked and could hardly remain calm.
In the second private room on the south side of the fourteenth floor.
Li Chungang picked up his wine cup but hesitated to drink it. After a long while, he sighed softly, "Haotian has descended to earth. This is big news!"
After Su Chen's revelation, who could not understand what Haotian's descent meant?
Faced with such shocking news, even a carefree person like Li Chungang lost his appetite for drinking.
"My goodness, Haotian came fifteen years ago, so she must be fifteen years old now, right?"
"In this way, the Great Cataclysm of Eternal Night could occur at any time."
Jian Jiuhuang narrowed his eyes, and the worldly air on his face disappeared, replaced by a deep seriousness.
Suddenly, a thought flashed through Xu Fengnian's mind, as if he had grasped something crucial, and he immediately asked loudly:
"I ask you, Celestial Immortal, does Haotian's descent to Grand Scholar Zeng Jing's residence mean that his incarnation is a child of the Zeng family?"
As soon as these words were spoken, the entire hall fell silent.
Some clever people immediately understood what Xu Fengnian meant.
Although we missed the time when Haotian was at his weakest when he first arrived fifteen years ago, at least we now know his approximate identity.
If Haotian's human form's strength increases with age, then it's even more important to eliminate or control him as soon as possible.
This could be the key to stopping the eternal night catastrophe.
With this in mind, everyone stared intently at Bai Yutai, waiting for Su Chen's next answer, as it concerned the fate of the entire world.
Su Chen thought for a moment, then smiled and slowly said:
"Since we're on the topic, I might as well say a few more words."
"Haotian was indeed born in the residence of Grand Scholar Zeng Jing, but he is no longer there."
"It all started on that rainy night fifteen years ago."
"Because of Wei Guangming's arrangement, Lin Guangyuan's entire family was wiped out."
"At the same time, things were also not peaceful at the residence of Grand Secretary Zeng Jing next door."
"Because the child of Haotian was born to Zeng Jing and a concubine, he was disliked by the first wife."
"On the night the child was born, Mrs. Zeng had someone secretly take the child out and abandon him."
"But the woman who carried out the order was soft-hearted and couldn't bear to kill the baby, so she handed the child over to a mysterious person and let him take him away."
Chapter 158 Restoring Calm
“After that night, Haotian’s human identity quietly left Chang’an City.”
"But the carriage carrying Haotian was robbed again a few months later, and Haotian was homeless once more."
"He is currently in a remote city in the Tang Dynasty."
After Su Chen finished speaking, everyone in the hall showed a shocked expression.
Haotian was no longer at the residence of Grand Scholar Zeng Jing.
This ruined the plans of many martial arts masters who originally intended to eliminate Haotian before he grew up.
Although Su Chen revealed Haotian's current whereabouts—in a border city of the Tang Dynasty—the Tang Dynasty, as one of the four great dynasties, has a long border and countless border towns, making it difficult to find him.
Wei Guangming opened his mouth, about to ask something else, but Ye Ruoyi, seeing through his thoughts, interrupted him directly:
"One silver Heavenly Secret Token can only be used for one divination. If you have any further questions, please take another Heavenly Secret Token."
Upon hearing this, Wei Guangming could only shake his head with a wry smile and turn back to his private room.
By now, he admired Su Chen immensely and wouldn't dare offend him in the slightest.
Moreover, upon learning that the one who launched the Eternal Night Catastrophe was none other than Haotian, whom he had always believed in, he was filled with mixed emotions and did not know what to do.
Watching Wei Guangming leave, Ye Ruoyi spoke again:
"Next is the battle for the Golden Heavenly Secret Token. According to the rules, the highest bidder wins."
"Starting bid: one million taels of silver!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the atmosphere in the hall became lively again.
Many of the visitors couldn't help but gasp in surprise.
They had long heard that the Golden Heavenly Secret Token was extremely expensive, but the starting bid of one million taels of silver still far exceeded their expectations.
Some wealthy individuals with limited resources shook their heads on the spot, indicating that they were giving up.
But many more people are eager to try.
Since ancient times, the secrets of heaven have been the most difficult to predict.
How could one miss an opportunity that could be bought with money?
"I'll offer 1.5 million taels!"
"One million eight hundred thousand taels!"
"Two million taels! That's all the wealth I have!"
"Two million three hundred thousand taels of silver! I must get my hands on this golden talisman!"
Soon, the hall was filled with the sounds of fierce bidding.
Ultimately, Wu Zetian purchased the golden celestial token for 8.7 million taels of silver.
This price completely surprised everyone.
This was not because Wu Zetian had any special methods, but because this round of competition was simply too fierce.
In fact, if it weren't for fear of Wu Zetian's status, someone would definitely have offered an even higher price.
Seeing that no one else was bidding, Ye Ruoyi looked towards the private room where Wu Zetian was and said softly:
"Since no one else is bidding, this golden Heavenly Secret Token belongs to the Tang Emperor."
"Please invite the Emperor of Tang to receive the Heavenly Secrets Token. He will then follow me to the seventeenth floor of the Ascension Pavilion."
As soon as she finished speaking, Wu Zetian walked out of the private room, wearing a nine-phoenix hairpin and a brocade robe embroidered with mountains and rivers, instantly attracting everyone's attention.
Many people are speculating about what divination Wu Zetian wanted to consult, that she would come in person and spend so much money.
Because Haotian was born in the Tang Dynasty, the Tang Dynasty is now receiving a great deal of attention.
Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Wu Zetian did not go up to receive the Heavenly Secret Token, but unexpectedly said:
"My Lord Celestial Mystery, may I temporarily store this Golden Celestial Mystery Token in the Ascension Pavilion?"