Deep into the night, the Ningjiang Grand Canal was still bustling, its lights shining bright.
On the river, at the top of a huge tower ship, Ye Tiandu stood at the very front, his clothes snapping in the wind.
He gazed ahead. A massive fleet was sailing north from the south, heading toward the imperial capital of the Great Dry Imperial Dynasty.
Ye Tiandu was the Kunlun Divine Palace's chief disciple. He was also the young clan leader of the Ye Family of Hengshan City.
As his cultivation soared, the Ye Family had grown into a colossal force, now powerful enough to claim a share of Hengshan City's immense profits.
"Young Master, everything has been arranged. If this trip goes smoothly and we can establish ties with the Huang Family in the capital, our Ye Family will surely rise to even greater heights."
"Mm..." Ye Tiandu gave a slight nod. His voice was utterly calm as he said, "I'll leave this matter to Elder Lin. I trust you to handle it."
The old man beside him was a servant of the Ye Family, bound to the clan for years. He was one of the family's most trusted confidants.
"Thank you for your trust, Young Master. This old servant will do everything in his power." The old man looked moved, but did not leave.
"Mm? Is there something else you wish to advise me on, Elder Lin?"
"Young Master, Old Ancestor Taihuang is your master, after all. It seems... improper for you to protect Huoyan Valley."
When Ye Tiandu met with Jiang Yan, the old man had waited outside the door. He naturally understood what his young clan leader meant, but in his eyes, it was hardly a prudent choice.
To go against Old Ancestor Taihuang for Huoyan Valley, for someone