Just as the Man in Black Robe was about to completely dissolve into the darkness, leaving behind a series of chilling laughter and threats, subtle ripples suddenly spread across the air, as if the folds of time and space were being gently smoothed away. Immediately following this, an aged and wise voice rang in Haofeng's ears, gentle yet firm: "Haofeng, do not let the storms of the outside world disturb your mind."
Hearing this, Haofeng's expression shifted slightly as he looked around, yet he spotted no trace of anyone. The voice seemed to come from the ancient past, yet felt as close as right beside him. With a thought, the image of an elderly man with white hair and profound eyes emerged deep within his consciousness—this was precisely the incarnation of the mysterious system within him, which had provided guidance at critical moments ever since he embarked on his path of cultivation.
"Senior, you have finally come," Haofeng thought with a silent breath of relief, before asking respectfully, "Your appearance this time—do you have new instructions?"
Chapter 86