A Plan to Control the Continent
Faced with Gu Dao's suggestion, Xiao Ming smiled and then left together.
After the two left, a heated discussion quickly broke out at the scene.
In fact, when the news of the dramatic changes in the Three Clan Alliance first reached the Ancient Realm, it caused a great uproar, and all the powerful figures of the Ancient Clan were alarmed and came out.
The Yao Clan was once again wiped out by the Soul Clan without anyone noticing, and the Ancient Jade of the Thunder Flame Two Clans were stolen. Such methods have exceeded the capabilities of the Ancient Clan, making it difficult not to cause panic among the Ancient Clan.
This is also why the Ancient Clan, originally the first race, extended Olive Branch to the Heavenly Court. Now, Xiao Ming's arrival has given the Ancient Clan a strong boost of confidence.
In the magnificent and solemn hall, all the elders of the Ancient Clan had arrived. At the head of the table was Gu Yuan, whom they had met once before. His face was ashen, and he looked just like an ordinary person.
However, Xiao Ming, whose strength has reached this level, can easily sense the terrifying power hidden within that seemingly ordinary body. This person is the true peak expert on this Dou Qi Continent!
To Gu Yuan's left sat three white-bearded old men, among whom Gu Dao was also present. From the other two, Xiao Ming sensed a vast Aura that was in no way weaker than Gu Dao's.
They must be the other two of the Three Immortals of the Ancient Clan, who hold extremely high positions within the Ancient Clan.
Among the many Elder Seat, Xiao Ming also saw some familiar faces, but the gazes these familiar faces gave him were somewhat complicated.
Back when Xiao Ming was in the Northwest, he defeated Gu Qing Yang, the second genius of the Ancient Clan whose Dou Di Bloodline had not yet fully awakened. Although he was not weak, it was not enough for the Ancient Clan to take him seriously.
But in just a few short years, the genius from that remote and impoverished area has risen to the level of Dou Sheng, and a true High Star Dou Sheng at that, with unfathomable strength. The Heavenly Court he founded is on par with their Ancient Race.
To Gu Yuan's right sat some of the younger generation of the Ancient Clan. A graceful figure sat at the head of the table; that was Gu Xun'er. Below her was Gu Qing Yang. These two could be said to be the Ancient Clan members who had the most contact with Xiao Ming.
While Xiao Ming was observing the others, Gu Yuan also silently sensed Xiao Ming's Aura.
Then, just like Gu Dao, he was surprised to find that he also seemed unable to sense Xiao Ming's realm.
"This Xiao Ming is indeed handsome and dashing. His cultivation level is like a fog, making it difficult to fathom. Could he possibly possess some kind of treasure that conceals his cultivation level? But what kind of treasure could possibly conceal my senses?"
Gu Yuan frowned slightly, but didn't dwell on it; the current situation wasn't suitable for exploring this matter.
We should entertain Xiao Ming, our guest, first. Otherwise, it would be very awkward if Xiao Ming developed a greater dislike for the Ancient Clan.
Gu Yuan glanced at his daughter beside him, and then he had an idea of how to start the conversation. He looked at the tall, handsome young figure in the hall, and a smile appeared on his face.
"Hehe, Alliance Leader Xiao and my daughter grew up together in the Xiao Family. It's quite a pleasure to meet an old friend in a foreign land."
"Moreover, Alliance Leader Xiao has helped my daughter many times, which reminds me of the time when the Ancient Clan and the Xiao Clan were allies. I was also a friend of your ancestor Xiao Xuan, and we made a pact of mutual assistance. My daughter's visit to the Xiao Family also has this in mind."
"Now that the Xiao Clan has produced someone like you, there is hope for the Xiao Clan's revitalization. If Xiao Xuan knew this, he would probably be extremely gratified."
Gu Yuan nodded, his voice filled with admiration. This caused many elders to smile wryly to themselves, for in all the years of the Ancient Clan, no one had ever received such praise from the Clan Leader.
However, upon realizing that this person was Xiao Ming, many people felt relieved; they were simply not qualified to compare themselves.
Upon hearing this, Xiao Ming, who was sitting in the chair, merely raised his eyebrows and muttered to himself, "Old fox."
These words were meant to appeal to his emotions, hoping to motivate him to cooperate in the upcoming battle against the War Soul Clan, while also explaining why Gu Xun'er went to the Xiao Family.
However, to Xiao Ming, who knew the truth, this reason was simply too ridiculous.
What a lousy alliance! Xiao Xuan asked you to take care of the Xiao Family, but the strongest Xiao Family turned out to be Da Dou Shi.
You've taken such good care of her, and you still sent your own daughter over, claiming it was for guard assistance? Don't you feel embarrassed?
You yourself are too ashamed to even see Xiao Xuan, yet you still bring him up in front of him; it's utterly disgusting.
Of course, in Xiao Ming's eyes, Gu Yuan might be someone who had some affection for Xiao Xuan. It was Gu Yuan who snatched Xiao Xuan's soul from the Soul Clan and sent it to the Heaven Tomb.
However, Gu Yuan was easily influenced by his status as the Ancient Clan Chief, which disrupted his thoughts. At the same time, he also made many choices for the sake of the development of the Ancient Clan.
Xiao Ming could understand his thoughts, but he couldn't agree with him because his ideas were too indecisive and he lacked personal charisma.
Among the Peak Nine Star Dou Sheng that Xiao Ming knew, he ranked Gu Yuan at the end.
Of course, you can only dream about it. Even if someone greets you with a smile, you can't exactly slap them in the face, can you?
So, Xiao Ming gave a perfunctory smile.
"You flatter me. I've long heard of the Clan Leader Gu Chief's name. However, now is not the time to discuss this. Let's think about how to deal with the Soul Clan."
After exchanging a few more words, suddenly loud laughter came from outside, and then two teams walked in.
"Haha, what a fine junior from the Xiao Clan! The brats of our three clans are indeed far inferior to you. Even I, an old man, cannot see through you. It makes me quite itchy to show my skills."
"The Thunder Clan Leader?"
"That old guy, he really doesn't know his place..."
Xiao Ming looked over and saw that the voice was coming from the man on the left, who was as tall as an iron tower.
Judging from his strength, he is an eight-star Dou Sheng, which would only take him one or two moves to deal with in his current state.
Just as Lei Ying was about to refuse, Yan Jin, the Clan Leader the Flame Clan with a pair of crimson eyebrows standing next to him, spoke up for Xiao Ming.
"Let's talk about the Soul Clan's situation and the battle first. We can discuss that later."
"Haha, that's true."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Ming nodded calmly, though he was inwardly muttering to himself.
"It seems these Ancient Race want to probe my true strength."
That's true. How can we fight against the Soul Clan without knowing the exact strength of our teammates? But Xiao Ming had no intention of fighting alongside them; he just wanted to be the one to reap the benefits.
Moreover, he had long been disgusted by the chaos on the Dou Qi Continent. During his time in charge of the Heavenly Court, he had seen all sorts of inhuman figures.
Some of these people even live very carefree and happy lives.
He had a plan: to let the Heavenly Court completely control the Dou Qi Continent and maintain order, and to send such people to be reincarnated.
In fact, the Heavenly Court now spans all continents, already has this prototype.
As long as (physical) persuasion convinces others not to join the Heavenly Court and to accept its jurisdiction, that will suffice.
Ancient Race have been detached from worldly affairs for too long, and it would be too easy for them to develop too many hidden agendas. Therefore, it would be better to weaken their strength somewhat.
Of course, Xiao Ming wasn't a malicious person; he wouldn't let them exterminate their entire clan.