God-Tier Fishing System

Chapter 735

"For Master Ethan to possess such terrifying perception at such a young age, telling at a single glance that this is a different space... this one is in awe," Valen smiled.

He felt a mix of emotion and envy in his heart. Envy at Ethan's fierce talent and combat strength. Emotion because, for some unknown reason, over the past thousand years, the Riverborn Clan had never produced a genius who could compare to Ethan.

The only genius was the Eldest Miss, but because she ran away from home back then, her talent and cultivation had been delayed, leaving her somewhat inferior to Lucien.

Truly a pity.

However, after returning to the clan and cultivating diligently, she had passed the test of the Ultimate Inheritance, fulfilling the promise of her talent.

As long as the Miss could successfully comprehend the Ultimate Inheritance this time, their Riverborn Clan's Great Emperor techniques would reappear in the world once more.

The emergence of an Emperor Realm expert would only be a matter of time.

"Commander Valen, open the door," Ethan said, taking a step to the side.

"Alright," Valen nodded.

He walked up to the cliff face, extended his palm, and a token drifted out.

With a thought, Valen channeled icy spiritual energy from his palm.

The profound spiritual energy poured into the token floating before him. The blue token spun in mid-air, emitting a faint glow.

The space around the cliff face was drawn by the power within the token. Ripples undulated, causing the space barrier to reveal itself.

"Open!"

With Valen's shout, a vortex suddenly appeared on the space barrier. It spun and expanded, forming an opening the size of a doorway in just a few breaths.

"Young Master Ethan, please enter." Valen extended his hand in an inviting gesture.

Ethan nodded and stepped through the space gate, followed closely by Lunara and Vex.

After a brief moment of disorientation, his vision returned to normal.

Before him was a massive forest, brimming with lush greenery and unparalleled vibrancy.

The harsh climate of the Far North Ice Field did not affect the internal space of this secret realm. The weather here was like midsummer.

Birds soared in the boundless clear sky while large swathes of clouds drifted slowly, changing shapes. From time to time, massive avian demonic beasts would streak past with piercing cries, scattering the clouds and spreading them out like cotton.

"Young Master Ethan, this is our Riverborn Clan's forbidden ground."

"This secret realm is our final line of defense. If Young Master Ethan hadn't intervened today, those of us left behind would have retreated here to hide."

"This secret realm was created by our Ancestor. Even an Emperor Realm expert cannot easily break through it. However, because this realm has existed for so long, the space structure has become somewhat unstable, and many areas have begun to age."

"Without the emergence of our Ultimate Inheritance, our Great Emperor's methods cannot see the light of day, and stepping into the Emperor Realm is as difficult as ascending to the heavens."

"Without an Emperor Realm expert to repair and reinforce this space, it would eventually be breached."

"Fortunately, Young Master Ethan intervened in time and saved us, sparing the clan from having to seal ourselves within this forbidden secret realm. This place is our absolute last resort," Valen explained.

The Eldest Miss was the future head of the Riverborn Clan, and Ethan was her beloved.

That meant he would be the super son-in-law of the Riverborn Clan in the future. Facing such a person, Valen wouldn't hide anything and freely disclosed all the information regarding this place.

"I see. But hasn't Senior Sister Althea already passed the trial and obtained the Ultimate Inheritance?"

"The rise of the Riverborn Clan should only be a matter of time," Ethan said.

"It is still too early to say that. Obtaining the Ultimate Inheritance is only the first step. For the Great Emperor's methods to reappear in our clan, one must undergo a long period of secluded cultivation to thoroughly comprehend it."

"Just like the Moonfall Clan's Holy Son. After obtaining their Ultimate Inheritance, he stayed in secluded cultivation for a very long time and only came out recently. However, he was slain by Young Master Ethan the moment he emerged," Valen replied.

Speaking of the Holy Son who bore the high hopes of the Moonfall Clan but perished by Ethan's hands, an uncontrollable smile spread across his face.

If it weren't for Ethan, one could easily imagine how miserable the future of the Riverborn Clan and the other factions in the Far North Ice Field would have been.

"I understand. Please continue to lead the way, Senior," Ethan nodded.

"Alright, Young Master Ethan, please follow me. Past this forest is the Miss's seclusion spot," Valen said, leading the way.

The four of them walked along a dappled forest path and arrived at a clearing. In the center stood a massive altar.

Circular steps spiraled upward, reaching a height of fully thirty feet. Surrounding the stone platform were giant white jade pillars, hundreds of feet tall, carved with exquisite patterns.

Ethan looked closely and could clearly sense that this altar was protected by powerful Formations and sealing restrictions.

"Senior Sister Althea!"

Ethan's gaze fell upon the center of the altar, where a faint silhouette could be vaguely seen. That silhouette undeniably belonged to Althea.

"Young Master Ethan, this is our Riverborn Clan's ancestral altar. The Eldest Miss is in seclusion up there, comprehending the Ultimate Inheritance."

"You may go up to take a look, but please do not approach the altar too recklessly, lest you disturb her cultivation," Valen cautioned.

"Rest assured."

Ethan couldn't wait any longer. He leaped onto the steps and walked up the white jade stairs step by step, arriving at the top of the altar.

"Young Master Ethan!" Ryan and dozens of Riverborn Clan guards were standing watch nearby.

"How is the battle outside?" Ryan asked.

"It's over. Lucien is dead, and the Moonfall Clan has retreated in defeat. They won't pose any threat for a short while, but you still cannot let your guard down," Ethan said, patting Ryan's shoulder.

"Master!" Ryan looked at Valen coming up behind him, his expression filled with excitement.

"Yes, the Moonfall Clan has retreated. That insufferably arrogant Lucien was easily slain by Young Master Ethan. I imagine Glacien will be spitting blood from anger when he gets back," Valen laughed.