Seven Star Island, the Zhang Family, and the Cloud Ghost Sect

Besides, to be fair, Mr. Ning Second and the Red-Clad Beauty truly were first-rate in both cultivation and intellect. Since Lin Xuan intended to strengthen the forces under him, what reason would he have to leave talent unused?

When Ning Wanshan heard this order, his heart jolted. But naturally, he did not dare go against Lin Xuan's wishes, so he lowered his head and remained silent.

"Many thanks for your grace, Ancestor. This subordinate is willing to brave boiling water and tread through fire." Mr. Ning Second was still in a daze, but the Red-Clad Beauty had already bowed gracefully. The worry that had been weighing on her heart also loosened. Since the Ancestor had given such instructions, Ning Wanshan naturally would not dare take revenge out of personal grudges. It seemed that after the Ancestor formed his Nascent Soul, his breadth of mind had widened considerably as well. He no longer suppressed the disciples of the side branches. Could it be that he wanted to unfurl grand ambitions?

Lin Xuan nodded. This woman reacted rather quickly. Only then did Mr. Ning Second belatedly come to his senses and bow as well.

A family clan that had been passed down for a thousand years naturally did not lack people of wisdom and talent. The intent contained within this command made the disciples of the Second Branch and Third Branch all show delight on their faces. Even the few short-sighted people among the Eldest Branch, though dissatisfied in their hearts, did not dare reveal it on the surface under the Ancestor's imposing authority.

Besides, most people were not fools. If this kind of internal strife continued, it would clearly benefit no one. They were one family to begin with; if the seven branches joined forces, the Ning Family's power would surely