Offering the Saint's Dao Fruit, I Swear by the Heavenly Dao

The scene was a bit awkward for a moment.

The leaders of various factions, who had initially come to demand an explanation, were now nodding frantically like chicks pecking at rice in front of Su Chenxiao.

Could this Young Master of the Imperial Clan be intending to protect the Xuan Family?

Everyone thought to themselves.

Qi Kong felt even more distressed. He had lost his only son and wanted revenge, which was only natural and just.

But with the appearance of this Young Master of the Imperial Clan, forget about revenge, he might not even be able to protect himself.

When had the ancient Xuan Family managed to latch onto such a powerful backer as an Unrivaled Imperial Clan?

As everyone was wondering, Xuan You spoke with a calm expression.

"Esteemed Clan Heads, I understand your dissatisfaction with my son."

"However, every wrong has its perpetrator, and every debt has its owner. I, Xuan You, am willing to bear it all alone. I only ask that you, in the name of being fellow Hidden Ancient Clans, spare the innocent members of my Xuan Family!"

With that, Xuan You, the Clan Head of an ancient clan, knelt down on both knees and bowed to Qi Kong and the other ancient clan heads!

"This?!" Everyone present was shocked!

Their pupils widened, appearing incredulous.

Xuan You, with his hair disheveled, looked up at everyone present and spoke.

"My ignorant child was young and misguided for a time."

"After my death, I wish to use my essence blood and divine soul as a guide to forge a Saint's Dao Fruit. The Xuan Family's treasury is in the back hall, containing the accumulations of my Xuan Family throughout the generations."

"I, Xuan You, ask for nothing more than for you to take these and quell a portion of your anger. If you capture my son Aotian in the future, spare his life!"

Under the disbelieving gazes of the mighty figures present.

Xuan You gathered an extremely terrifying Saintly power in his hand and shouted, "I have failed my ancestors!" before slamming it down!

"Bang!"

"Clan Head!!" The members of the Xuan Family stared with wide, unblinking eyes.

The Saint Realm Clan Head of a Hidden Ancient Clan had perished!

[Ding! The Heavenly Dao Protagonist Xuan Aotian's biological father has died. He has lost the protection of the ancient Xuan Family, and his Destiny Value has taken a heavy blow, resulting in a loss!]

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Buzz...

After his death, his terrifying and boundless cultivation and Saintly power condensed into a golden orb that appeared at his chest.

To choose to forge a Saint's Dao Fruit meant sacrificing everything!

Xuan You's physical body, essence blood, and divine soul turned to ash and slowly vanished into the world.

After a moment, the sand on the ground was blown away by the breeze, as if this person had never existed in this world.

On the ground, a Saint's Dao Fruit appeared, containing boundless divine radiance and surging Saintly power, crystal clear and translucent.

Everyone present fell silent for a moment upon witnessing this scene.

Who didn't know that the person before them was the most ruthless Clan Head the ancient Xuan Family had ever had?

Not only were his methods heaven-defying, but he had also led the Xuan Family to a higher tier in just a few years. He was a true overlord!

And yet, such a person.

Now, for his son's actions, he had knelt to apologize to them and offered his life as atonement, bringing his story to a close.

The anger in many hearts subsided significantly, and they exchanged glances, inevitably feeling a sense of "when the rabbit dies, the fox grieves."

Even Qi Kong, who had lost his son, frowned repeatedly and sighed, saying.

"Alas, the hearts of parents are truly pitiable..."

"Clan Head Xuan, your family has suffered misfortune. Why did you have to go to such lengths..."

As a father himself, he could understand Xuan You's state of mind.

However, the pain of losing a child could not be so easily quelled. Only with Xuan Aotian's blood could his son's spirit in heaven be appeased.

Qi Kong glanced at the Xuan Family elders, who were filled with pain and despair, and said in a low voice.

"Your Clan Head sacrificed himself to protect the Xuan Family today."

"If we were to pursue this matter further, it would indeed seem unreasonable."

"This matter is dropped. We will personally deal with your rebellious son, Xuan Aotian. If he still has any unclear connections with your Xuan Family, do not blame my Qi Family for showing no mercy!"

After today, it also meant that the Hidden Ancient Clan Xuan Family would cease to exist.

The Great Elder stepped forward at this moment, cupped his hands with deep sorrow.

"My Xuan Family understands."

As for this Saint's Dao Fruit...

Everyone present exchanged glances, and a hint of greed flashed in their eyes.

The Saint's Dao Fruit contained the Saintly Dao.

With it, stepping into the Saint Realm was practically a certainty!

Xuan You, having fought his way to become Clan Head, was already powerful, and his Saintly Dao was at least of the Upper tier!

An additional Saint Realm expert would be a massive boost for their Ancient Clan!

After a brief discussion, the group decided to follow the lead of Qi Kong, the Clan Head of the Qi Family.

They unanimously agreed to offer the Dao Fruit to this Young Master of an Imperial Clan.

Su Chenxiao raised an eyebrow.

"Why give it to me?"

Qi Kong carefully cupped the Saint's Dao Fruit in his hands and approached Su Chenxiao with utmost respect, saying.

"Young Master Su, we were blind before and have offended you greatly."

"We have all unanimously decided to offer this Saint's Dao Fruit to you, Young Master Su. We hope you can overlook our transgressions!"

Despite their greed, they feared the Young Master of an Imperial Clan before them even more.

The myriad realms were vast and boundless, with countless Hidden Ancient Clans and Immortal Dao Lineages...

But there were only ten supreme Imperial Clans.

They wouldn't dare offend even the beasts raised by members of their clans, let alone this individual who was the son of the Clan Head of the Imperial Clan Su Family!

"Not only that, but we also request that you accept the Xuan Family's treasury!"

Su Chenxiao narrowed his eyes and grinned.

He didn't stand on ceremony and directly accepted the Saint's Dao Fruit, saying indifferently.

"Forget the treasury. Distribute it among yourselves."

"You came seeking revenge, and I won't interfere with whatever you do."

"However, Xuan Aotian possesses an Ancient Scripture. As long as he remains alive, he poses a day-to-day threat to the myriad realms."

"If you truly cannot find him, it wouldn't be impossible for my Imperial Clan to take action..."

The hearts of the crowd trembled upon hearing this.

If this matter were to reach the Ten Great Imperial Clans, then all the Hidden Ancient Clans would be implicated!

Qi Kong quickly said.

"Young Master Su, please rest assured. My Qi Family possesses the Bloodline Tracing Method. As long as Xuan Aotian is within the Kan Ming Dao Domain, he cannot escape our pursuit!"

"I refuse to believe that even after news of his father's death spreads, he can remain unmoved!"

Su Chenxiao nodded slightly and waved his hand.

"I am a bit tired. I'll leave the rest to you all to handle."

Su Chenxiao returned to the main hall, leaving the group to look at each other in dismay.

An hour later.

The representatives from various Ancient Clans and Dao Lineages had all departed.

All the elders in the clan wore mourning attire, preparing to handle the funeral rites for their Clan Head.

A lingering gloom seemed to hang over the Xuan Family's skies.

Inside the main hall, Xuan Ning, who had recently awakened, sat on the ground in despair, lost in thought.

Su Chenxiao sat quietly beside him, sipping tea.

The hall was deserted, with only the three of them present.

After an unknown amount of time, Xuan Ning shakily rose from the ground and approached Su Chenxiao.

His black hair had turned white, and tear tracks stained his blood-red eyes.

Xuan Ning's expression was eerily calm.

"Please, Young Master, help me!"

He knew that only one person could help him now.

Su Chenxiao glanced at him.

His gaze was indifferent, like that of a detached superior, and he slowly spoke.

"Help you with what?"

Madness flared in Xuan Ning's eyes.

He swore that he would personally kill the beast who had murdered his father and showed no remorse!

He had destroyed everything he had!

"I am willing to swear to the Heavenly Dao with my entire cultivation and Divine Soul. As long as you help me kill Xuan Aotian, Young Master."

"From this day forward, Xuan Ning's wretched life belongs to you, Young Master Su. I am willing to serve you as my master for all eternity!"

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