Chapter 15

The road ahead is still long, and for Hu Gao, the biggest trouble at the moment is probably the Transmission Elder. This genius from the Blood Red lineage is likely a direct descendant of the clan leader. While imparting cultivation techniques, he will surely tightly control all information about Hu Gao's cultivation.

Possessing the Bloodlight Snake and dual totems is Hu Gao's greatest trump card, and he naturally doesn't want anyone to know about it. However, whether the Transmission Elder, whose realm is far higher than his, can directly probe the totem information within his body remains uncertain.

Because of this uncertainty, Hu Gao repeatedly played out various scenarios in his mind but still couldn't decide on the best strategy. With a worried look, he could only pace back and forth in the room to keep his mind clear.

After a long time, Hu Gao unconsciously walked to the window and forcefully pushed it open. He raised his head to gaze at the endless alien stars, took a deep breath, and felt a surge of fresh air invigorate him, making him feel refreshed and clear-minded.

The sky was clear, with no clouds obscuring the moon, and the countless stars were as clear as the sands of the Ganges, visible to the naked eye. This scene evoked a myriad of emotions!

One day, I will become strong, and then I won't have to feel so stifled! Hu Gao thought angrily. This time, he probably has no choice but to take a gamble!

After all, the Transmission Elder is just talented, not as erudite as Qing Lian. When the time comes, he only needs to actively release the Bloodlight Snake, which looks somewhat like a first-stage totem, and he might be able to pass the inspection.

This approach has two additional benefits: first, it can make the Transmission Elder recognize his talent, as someone who can independently condense a totem from a basic text is rare, especially since he has already advanced to a formal warrior; second, because his totem is just a basic first-stage one, it can make the clan members relax their vigilance, achieving multiple goals at once.

Hu Gao didn't think much more. Taking advantage of the moonlight, he sat cross-legged in the room, cleared his mind, and gradually entered a meditative state.

The next day, just as dawn was breaking, Hu Gao was once again jolted out of his meditative state.

Damn it, this time there was no lolita at the door, only a repulsive, big-footed man standing there. When he saw Hu Gao come out in disheveled clothes, his face actually turned slightly red.

"I'm called Chitu. The Transmission Elder sent me to guide you."

Hu Gao swallowed his curses and said irritably, "Where to?"

"To the clan hall's training ground."

"Alright, wait for me at the door for a moment, I'll be right out." Hu Gao closed the door, took a deep breath, and thought, "The ugly daughter-in-law must eventually meet the in-laws." Although Chitu's appearance was truly unpleasant to Hu Gao, he couldn't keep the other man waiting. He quickly tidied up in the room, washed his face, and went out to call him to the training ground.

Since Qing Gao's residence was in the main branch, it wasn't far from the clan hall. The two walked in silence and soon arrived at their destination—the training ground.

At this moment, the training ground was empty, with only the Transmission Elder standing there, eyes closed, in a relaxed and carefree manner.

"Meeting the Transmission Elder." Hu Gao stepped forward politely, clasped his hands, and said, maintaining the right balance—respectful but not overly deferential, after all, he still had the identity of a successor.

"You're here. Did you finish reading the book I gave you yesterday?" The Transmission Elder said casually, but the next moment, he suddenly opened his eyes, his aura surging as he stared at Hu Gao, then reined it in and asked calmly, "Have you already condensed a totem?"

It seems that after advancing to the Shadow Condensation Realm, his aura had already been noticed by the Transmission Elder. Hu Gao nodded, "Yesterday, after entering meditation as described in the book, I tried to summon my soul, and unexpectedly condensed a totem."

The Transmission Elder waved at Chitu, "You can step back now."

After dismissing the irrelevant person, the Transmission Elder, Hu Feng, smiled, "No wonder you have the mental strength of a guardian deity. You've condensed a totem and advanced to the first stage so quickly, even surpassing me, an old man known as a genius."

"It's just good luck. Elder Hu Feng is truly a genius who has risen through his own strength." Hu Gao modestly flattered the Transmission Elder.

"You're indeed very different from the original Qing Gao. Alright, summon your totem for me to see. If it's a totem of the sixth stage or higher, Wushuang probably won't have anything to say." Hu Feng knew the real reason the clan leader had his only daughter marry Hu Gao. The more mysterious and powerful this person, the better for the current situation.

Hu Gao didn't hesitate. With a thought, he summoned the Bloodlight Snake, but this time he controlled it to make various head-shaking and tail-wagging movements, making it appear much more fierce than before.

"Impossible!" The Transmission Elder's face showed disbelief when he saw the Bloodlight Snake. He stared intently, "This... This is the lowest first-stage totem, the Red Diamond Snake?"

"According to the book you gave me, I think it is." Hu Gao deliberately put on a dejected expression.

The Transmission Elder was so angry that his beard flew up. He shouted, "I gave you the 'Totem Origin Explanation' just to let you read it and understand some basics. Who told you to condense a totem on your own? Do you know what a first-stage totem means?"

Hu Feng clenched his fists. If it weren't for Hu Gao being a successor, he would have really wanted to punch him. It's laughable that the guardian deity of the Hu family has only a pitiful first-stage totem. Who would believe that? With this strength, how can he challenge Hu Wushuang in three months? It's a dream!

Seeing Hu Feng's expression, Hu Gao lowered his head with a dark look, but inwardly he was secretly delighted. It seems that even with a difference in realms, one cannot directly see the other's totem. This is a huge piece of good news for him.

"Hmm, something's not right." After a tirade, Hu Feng suddenly felt something was off. He circled around Hu Gao, examining the Bloodlight Snake from various angles.

"If it were an ordinary first-stage totem, how could you have advanced so quickly? This is strange." After a long time, Hu Feng still didn't find anything special. Based on his years of experience, Hu Gao's condensed totem was undoubtedly the lowest first-stage Red Diamond Snake totem.

"I remember!" Hu Gao shouted, "After I condensed the totem, I felt as if I was hit by something, and I was in a daze. When I woke up, I felt a lot more elemental energy in my body. Could it be that the guardian deity woke up during this time?"

"Ah, it must be so." Hu Feng scratched his head and smiled again, "It seems the guardian deity is still active. After you condensed the totem, it helped you advance. This way, even if you only have a first-stage totem, you're not completely useless!"

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