Outside the main hall of Thunder God Mountain, the elders were still lost in bewilderment over their clan leader's sudden burst of laughter and the drastic change in his attitude. However, Lei Ying had always acted decisively. Since he had already reached an understanding with Lin Ming, he wasted no more time.
He summoned several core elders on the spot and said something astonishing. "From this day forth, Lin Ming is the first Honorary Elder of my Lei Clan. His status is equal to that of a Grand Elder, and he will enjoy the corresponding offerings and privileges. He may enter and leave the Lei Realm freely."
The moment these words fell, the entire place erupted. Those who had still harbored hostility or contempt toward Lin Ming before now felt their faces burn, finding it hard to believe.
However, the clan leader's command was iron law. No one dared question it to his face.
Lei Ying then said with great enthusiasm, "For such a major matter, we ought to hold a grand Announcement Banquet and invite prominent figures from both within and outside the clan, formally announcing it to the world..."
"Clan Leader, I appreciate your kindness," Lin Ming immediately spoke up to decline politely after hearing this.
"It is just that I still have important matters to attend to and truly have no time to stay long. Let us dispense with this Announcement Banquet."
Lei Ying was slightly startled. He turned to look at Lin Ming and read an unquestionable firmness in the other party's calm eyes. He pondered for a moment, then accepted it freely.
"So be it. You, kid, were never someone who liked these empty formalities. I will not force you."
He paused, swept his gaze over the surrounding elders who were still in shock, and