Heavenly Secret Tower headquarters.
At Heavenly Net's question, Xiao Qing fell silent for a moment, then nodded. "Aside from the Gu Clan, which Third Uncle visited personally, the other five clans were first surprised to hear that our Xiao Clan had emerged from seclusion. Then, once they heard we wanted to join forces with them against the Hun Clan, they all refused.
"The Yan Clan and Lei Clan were reasonable enough. After hearing why we had come, they showed no fear of the Hun Clan, but both said they would not participate.
"As for the Yao Clan, Stone Clan, and Spirit Clan, those three Emperor Clans spoke cordially at first. But once we explained our purpose, they immediately worried about being dragged into it and sent our envoys away after barely exchanging a few words."
Heavenly Net smiled faintly at her account, then his expression cooled slightly. He said in a low voice, "That was to be expected. I imagine my True Self had already anticipated this before you visited the clans."
"Of the Eight Great Ancient Emperor Clans, the Xiao, Hun, and Gu Three Clans have led the pack to this day, followed by the Yan Clan and Lei Clan. As for the Yao Clan, Stone Clan, and Spirit Clan, they no longer truly deserve the title of Primordial Emperor Clan. Their strongest members are only at the Early Eight-Star Dou Saint level, and some do not even have an Eight-Star Dou Sheng. Naturally, they would not dare get involved lightly.
"Besides, although the Hun Clan is overbearing, it has always been extremely cautious in matters concerning the Ancient Eight Clans. When it stays its hand, all is quiet; when it strikes, thunder crashes. With everyone currently maintaining an outward appearance of harmony, they naturally will not invite trouble