Central Plains, Heavenly Secret Tower Headquarters, inside the reception hall.
As soon as Xiao Qing said this, the members of the Spirit Clan knew where they stood.
Xiao Tian Ce and Heavenly Net were too powerful and too skilled in their methods for them to outmaneuver. Although Xiao Qing was formidable too, she certainly seemed far easier to deal with than those two.
At this, Ling Hua smiled and cupped his hands. "Elder Xiao Qing, in that case, we shall speak frankly."
"Of course. Please speak freely, Senior Ling Hua. Since the clan chief and Lord Heavenly Net entrusted this matter to me, I will certainly handle it properly and not disappoint them," Xiao Qing said with a smile and a nod.
She could tell at a glance that these members of the Spirit Clan had come to secure benefits for themselves. As long as she understood that, there was no need to fear whatever waves they might stir up.
After all, the Xiao Clan's strength stood plain before them. There was no fear that the Spirit Clan would lose its senses and hurl an egg against a rock.
"Elder Xiao Qing, we have come to confirm what impact the Xiao Clan will have on our clan during our alliance," Ling Chen said gravely, cupping his hands.
At these words, the others looked over as well.
Xiao Qing shook her head and smiled. "It seems all of you share that concern. However, please rest assured: the Xiao Clan will not interfere in the Spirit Clan's internal affairs. Although our clan will lead this alliance, our clan chief has said that the Spirit Clan's independence in its internal affairs must be guaranteed.
"Only when either clan encounters trouble and needs support will our clan request assistance from the Spirit Clan. Naturally,