A Pact Is Made

"Before long, the Heavenly Tomb Gathering will begin. I will make the decision to grant you, Xiao Yan, a spot. You will formally compete against the true prodigies of the Ancient Clan. Life and death will be left to fate, and no one else will intervene."

Gu Yu stared directly at Xiao Yan. "This is the explanation my Ancient Clan demands. Otherwise, no matter who comes today, this old man will personally wipe all of you out here!"

Everyone's gaze fell upon Xiao Yan. The Heavenly Tomb Gathering itself was a tremendous opportunity, and its slots were exceptionally precious. Even among clans descended from Dou Di, they were considered top-tier resources.

However, Xiao Yan and the Ancient Clan had now completely fallen out. Gu Yu did not bother concealing that Xiao Yan would likely face no shortage of targeting from the Ancient Clan within the Heavenly Tomb. What should have been a fortunate trial had become fraught with danger. This was nothing less than an open scheme aimed at Xiao Yan.

The others also felt somewhat uneasy. They had indeed stepped forward for Xiao Yan, but they truly did not wish to wage all-out war against the Ancient Clan. After all, Gu Yu's final threat was not empty words. A clan descended from Dou Di in a towering rage was not easy to deal with.

Xiao Yan straightened his back and stared at Gu Yu, replying forcefully, word by word, "Gu Yao brought his death upon himself. He took my second brother's life, and I killed him with my own hands only to avenge my second brother's blood. I, Xiao Yan, am not at fault in this matter!

"Whatever prodigies the Ancient Clan has, whatever invitations you offer, I, Xiao Yan, will accept them all! I accept this Heavenly Tomb