Handing the Nine Dragons Array Over to the State?

The Grand Elder nodded, then walked up to them and struck each of them on the top of their heads with his palm.

After dealing with these traitors one by one, the Grand Elder did not feel any joy.

Even from a moral standpoint, killing his own clansmen still weighed heavily on his heart, filling him with guilt.

But that's the family rule; if someone who plots against a member of the clan can be pardoned.

Wouldn't that make the family rules a joke?

As the head of the family, there are some things he has to do even if he doesn't want to.

Rules are the foundation of a family's existence.

The Qiu Family has been able to stay here for hundreds of years because of these rigid and inhumane rules.

If the Qiu Family were managed by personal rule rather than the rule of law, Qiu Family would have long since fallen into disarray.

After taking a deep breath, the Grand Elder looked at everyone and smiled self-deprecatingly.

"I know that many people here today are actually supporting them in their hearts."

"The reason the third brother is leading these people to do this is because he has been dissatisfied with the family rules for too long."

"I know you people have suffered too many injustices."

"I also admit that it's wrong to bind you solely in the name of righteousness."

"So from now on, if anyone wants to leave the Qiu Family, they are welcome to do so."

"The Qiu Family will no longer obstruct your freedom. Everyone has their own aspirations, and the Qiu Family will not force you to comply."

Upon hearing the elder's words, everyone looked at him with expressions of disbelief.

The First Elder is actually willing to change the family's rules that have been in place for hundreds of years?

For the Qiu Family, the nine elders are the highest level of management.

Although the saintess holds a transcendent position, she does not participate in the management of family affairs.

To change any family rule, the consent of all nine elders is required.

Now, of the nine elders, only the First Elder and the Second Elder remain.

The Second Elder has gone to recuperate from his serious injuries.

The fact that the Grand Elder made this decision means that the matter has been finalized.

Many people hesitated, and began to struggle internally.

Especially the Qiu Family who live on the outermost edge.

Because they lacked talent in cultivation, they were destined to spend their lives as farmers doing odd jobs.

Now the Grand Elder is willing to grant them their freedom.

These people are the happiest.

Soon, some people took the lead and expressed their desire to leave the Qiu Family.

After one person took the lead, others followed suit and expressed their opinions.

Half an hour later, over a hundred members of the Qiu Family had expressed their intention to leave the family and were unwilling to continue guarding the place.

"I know many of you are still observing, but that's alright. Just think it through when you get back later, and then go to the elders to apply."

"Da Bin, you and a few others will be in charge of this matter."

Somewhat disheartened, the elder waved his hand, handing over the matter to several other elders.

He then instructed everyone to return and repair the damaged buildings.

After everyone had left, Qiu Zitong ran to her grandfather and sighed.

"Grandpa, are you sure you want to do this?"

Although she is usually carefree, she knows a little about these things.

Grandpa's decision means that people from the Qiu Family will be leaving one after another for a long time.

If the Qiu Family continues like this, their numbers will only dwindle.

"I've thought it through. There's no need to keep those who can't be kept, otherwise today's tragedy will repeat itself sooner or later. I don't want to see brothers killing each other."

The elder simply plopped down on the ground.

He looked as if he had aged decades, and his exhausted appearance saddened Qiu Zitong.

Is this really the same grandpa we know and love?

"Could it be that our ancestors made a mistake in the first place?"

The elder sat on the ground, muttering to himself. This was the first time in his life he had felt so lost.

"Anyway, Grandpa did nothing wrong."

Qiu Zitong said with a somber expression.

"It's hard to say whether something is right or wrong; everyone has their own perspective. But the Qiu Family's current situation is definitely not Zhi Shi."

Tang Yu comforted her from the side.

When he first came to the Nine Heavens Alliance, he felt that the Nine Heavens Alliance was too closed off.

Who would want to be stuck in one place for their entire life? It's already quite remarkable that the Qiu Family has been able to maintain this model for hundreds of years.

"So what should we do next?"

The eldest elder couldn't help but look towards the ancestral hall, but unfortunately, the heroes of the Qiu Family throughout the ages would not provide him with an answer.

"No one said the Qiu Family had to guard the Nine Dragons Array here for thousands of years."

Tang Yu smiled and sat down next to the Grand Elder, patting him on the shoulder.

"At least that's how I see it, as an outsider. Of course, your sense of responsibility is commendable, but perhaps you could consider finding a way to resolve the issue of protecting the Nine Dragons Array."

"How do we solve this?"

The elder and his grandson asked in unison.

"Should I try to help you contact the government?"

Tang Yu smiled and gave the answer.

What is the most powerful force in the world? It is the state apparatus, of course.

Faced with this power, no matter if you are from a large family or a top-notch ancient martial arts master, you cannot make a ripple.

"Will it work?"

The Grand Elder had never considered such a thing; he didn't even know much about the outside world.

"I'll handle it, but Elder, do you remember the condition you promised me before?"

After Tang Yu finalized the decision, he asked with a smile.

What do you want?

"Find a new saintess to replace my master."

"Make Xiao Zhu give up her status as a saintess?"

The Grand Elder frowned slightly, then realized something: this kid wanted to take Xiao Zhu away, didn't he?

As a holy maiden, once she established a connection with the Nine Dragons Array, she was unable to leave the Nine Heavens Alliance.

Only by relinquishing her status as a saintess can she regain her freedom.

"Yeah, otherwise, how could my master stay in this godforsaken place for the rest of his life?"

Tang Yu nodded. He had promised to take his master to see the sea, and they would have some fun on his private yacht.

The Grand Elder was so angry he almost struck; it turned out this bastard also looked down on the Nine Heavens Alliance.

"Yes, I'll be the saintess."

At this moment, Qiu Zitong suddenly spoke up.

After she made her statement, the Grand Elder and Tang Yu both looked at her in surprise.

"I'll take the role."

Qiu Zitong said with a serious expression.

"Zi Tong, if you're only sacrificing yourself because you like me, I don't think it's necessary. We're not compatible, and it won't work out. I'm a good person, and you're not good enough for me."

Tang Yu couldn't help but offer some advice.

I'll give myself a "good guy" card first, so she doesn't give me one in return.

Then Qiu Zitong kicked him to the ground.

Qiu Zitong sneered, "I like your grandpa! Why have I worked so hard to cultivate? I've wanted to be a saintess since I was little, okay?"

The Grand Elder then remembered that this child had often said when she was little that she wanted to be a saintess when she grew up.

However, Qiu Zitong never mentioned this again after she grew up.

Every day he's either busy cultivating himself or hanging out with a group of girls, all lovey-dovey and affectionate.

"Since Zi Tong is willing, I have no objection. However, if the Nine Dragons Array malfunctions again in the future, you'll have to come and help repair it."

Seeing his granddaughter's enthusiasm, the elder smiled and agreed.

In this way, the burden on the Qiu Family's shoulders can indeed be lifted, and they no longer have to live such a tiring life.

"Now that I've become the Holy Maiden, you're not allowed to point fingers at me anymore. My relationships with Qian'er and the others are our own business. Anyone who dares to nag me will get a beating."

After seeing that things were settled, Qiu Zitong said something and then ran away laughing.

The elder's face immediately darkened.

He looked at Tang Yu and said, "Ling Jun... no, Tang Yu, right? You've helped me so much, how about I give you a little something extra?"

What benefits?

"You've ruined my granddaughter's life, just get her pregnant, you don't have to take responsibility."

After thinking for five minutes, Tang Yu refused without hesitation, saying, "Are you afraid my master won't be able to kill me?"

In terms of seniority, Qiu Zitong is her master's niece.

If you let the grass next to your nest get to this point, something terrible will happen.

Besides, as a pure love goddess, Tang Yu has always valued the sincerity of emotions.

The relationship between myself and Zi Tong is merely one of brotherhood; this is inappropriate.