Ye Xiwen finally understood why the Flame Lord had deliberately disregarded Hidden Valley behind him when dealing with Feng Nantian. Despite knowing that he was a Hidden Valley disciple, Feng Nantian had insisted on forging a marriage alliance with Dragon Island. If it had truly happened, not only would Ye Xiwen have been too ashamed to face anyone, but he would also have borne the hatred of having his wife stolen.
Hidden Valley would not have looked good either. Although Hidden Valley's strength indeed lagged behind Dragon Island's, it had not yet fallen to the point where others could dismiss it so casually. The dignity of a Seal King Faction could not be provoked.
Yet they could not possibly go and make trouble for Feng Nantian over this matter. Thus, they chose to support Ye Xiwen and slap Feng Nantian hard across the face, while also seeking the possibility of forming an alliance with the Ancient Phoenix World to further strengthen Hidden Valley.
Others had no opportunity and had to forcefully create one, but Hidden Valley now had Ye Xiwen, the Ancient Phoenix World's son-in-law. Naturally, things were much easier for them than for others.
In that instant, Ye Xiwen thought of many things. Sure enough, once one reached a certain level, every action carried deeper meaning. Nothing was ever so simple, far more than a mere gathering of interests.
However, this was also a tremendous boon to him. With Hidden Valley's support, he had a considerable chance of advancing his cultivation further within a hundred years.
"Still, even with our support, it will be extremely difficult for you to advance further within a hundred years and reach a level capable of standing shoulder to shoulder with Ao Chaozong!" the Flame Lord said. "I have not left seclusion these years,