Lei Clan Holy Land!
Beneath a colossal ancient tree of lightning.
The Lei Clan Ancestor, dressed in a long purple robe, sat under a tree.
A chessboard was placed in front of him.
At this moment, his eyes were fixed on the chessboard, as if he was studying where to place the next move.
After the Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor entered...
Seeing this, he could only stand quietly behind the Lei Clan Ancestor and wait.
Although the two are father and son.
However, the Lei Clan Ancestor left behind too many descendants in various realms.
Furthermore, he didn't particularly favor his eldest son, the Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor.
Therefore, the father-son relationship between the two was not deep.
An outsider who didn't know better might have thought the two were just in a superior-subordinate relationship.
The Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor waited for most of the day.
At one point, the Lei Clan Ancestor seemed to finally realize where to place his piece.
He picked up a black piece, placed it down, and then let out a hearty laugh.
"After ten thousand years, I've finally figured out where to place this piece."
"Senior Brother, it seems you're going to lose this game."
After saying something to himself, the Lei Clan Ancestor turned to look at the Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor.
I already know what happened inside the main hall.
"I imagine you have many questions as well."
"Ask me your questions today, and I will answer them for you."
In high spirits, the Lei Clan Ancestor, abandoning his usual coldness, spoke with a smile.
The Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor cupped his hands in greeting and then spoke:
"Father, although Miao Shanrou and Lin Miaoyin's answers seemed acceptable on the surface..."
"But what if they really led their race to join the Ascenders?"
"That would be an unbearable price for our Eight Great Imperial Clans."
At this point, the Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor did not continue speaking.
The Lei Clan Ancestor had already understood his concerns and replied calmly:
"The eight Power of Origin interact with each other through mutual generation and restraint, which is the same principle behind the existence of the Eight Great Imperial Clans."
"Just remember, no matter what, the Eight Great Imperial Clans will always be the Eight Great Imperial Clans."
"Even if the Ascenders are incredibly powerful, they absolutely cannot annihilate the Eight Great Imperial Clans."
The Lei Clan Ancestor's confident words caught the eye of the Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor.
He seemed to have thought of something, but the words stuck in his throat and he didn't ask them.
The Lei Clan Ancestor understood the fear in his eldest son's heart.
Sometimes he also longs for family affection.
To be able to experience the joys of family life like ordinary people.
But the authority that had naturally developed over the years prevented him from letting go of his pride.
After sighing inwardly, the Lei Clan Ancestor spoke again.
"We need to be more careful with Fire Separation Saint Emperor from now on."
This seemingly casual remark reveals the Lei Clan Ancestor's dissatisfaction with the Fire Separation Saint Emperor.
After all, the other side is gambling with the Fate of the Lei Clan today.
If it weren't for the Fire Separation Saint Emperor...
Perhaps even the Lei Clan Ancestor is considering taking action against him.
The Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor was also quite dissatisfied with this matter.
"Ever since the last breakthrough of the Fire Separation Saint Emperor."
"Recently, there have been signs that have challenged the dignity of my Lei Clan."
"But this matter is none of your concern, Father."
"I have a feeling that within ten years, my strength will be no less than his."
"My Lei Clan will forever be the head of the Eight Great Imperial Clans, and also the head of all the sects in the Nine Heavens."
The Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor's confidence naturally stemmed from the benefits he gained in the forbidden area.
Little did they know, that was merely a basic cultivation method for Divine Power left behind by Mu Chen.
Seeing his son's confidence, the Lei Clan Ancestor didn't say much more about the matter and quickly changed the subject.
"I once considered taking action against Lin Heng myself."
"But he was stopped by his senior brother."
The Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor was startled.
He had often heard his father mention the eldest brother of the Lei Clan Ancestor.
Although the Lei Clan Ancestor and the Ascenders had the other party's junior brother as their backer.
But in terms of true strength, that senior brother possessed the power to directly annihilate the two of them.
Hearing the words of the Lei Clan Ancestor, the Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor frowned.
"Father, if Lin Heng really has a relationship with that person..."
"Then I think we should just ignore Lin Heng altogether."
The idea that the Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor had just come up was not a recent one.
In fact, the Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor had been considering this for a long time.
He thought about it carefully; although Lin Heng and the Eight Great Imperial Clans were in a state of opposition.
However, it seems that the Eight Great Imperial Clans did not actively cause trouble.
Lin Heng and Battle Heaven Pavilion did not cause them any trouble.
If that's the case, why bother fighting Lin Heng to the bitter end?
However, the Lei Clan Ancestor's face darkened at this moment.
"I already asked that, Senior Brother."
He didn't know Lin Heng.
"I could only tell from what my senior brother said."
He was certain that Lin Heng would one day be able to break through the limitations of the Nine Heavens.
"Furthermore, it seems that the senior brother has a high opinion of Lin Heng."
This last sentence is the key point that the Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor wanted to make.
As he said this, a murderous glint flashed in his eyes.
The Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor standing in front of him immediately guessed what his father was thinking.
Having held a high position for many years, the Lei Clan Ancestor had become accustomed to that feeling of being high above others.
His desire for power, which even surpassed his affection for family, clearly demonstrates his obsession with it.
Now, he learns from his senior brother that Lin Heng will one day become just like him.
That's fine.
The key is to look at the senior brother's appreciation when he talks about Lin Heng.
Doesn't this mean that Lin Heng will reach the same level as me in the future?
Perhaps under the care of the eldest brother.
Does Lin Heng's status have to be above his own?
This is what the Lei Clan Ancestor could not accept.
At that moment, the Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor tentatively asked:
"Father, should we find a chance to get rid of Lin Heng?"
Upon hearing the Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor's question, a glint flashed in the eyes of the Lei Clan Ancestor.
After a moment of contemplation, he finally spoke.
"This matter should not be rushed."
"Moreover, the senior brother is always keeping an eye on Lin Heng."
"That's why I can't make a move against him."
"Unless you are absolutely certain you can actually kill Lin Heng."
Otherwise, don't take the risk.
After saying that, the Lei Clan Ancestor flipped his hand, and a landscape map appeared in his palm.
"This is Ten Thousand Li Rivers and Mountains Map!"
Even your Saint Emperor cannot escape its pull.
"When the opportunity arises, we can bring out this map."
"If we absorb Lin Heng into it, there are many restrictions inside that can greatly reduce his strength."
"Then you can enter the Ten Thousand Li Rivers and Mountains Map to deal with him; the chances will be much greater."
After speaking, the Lei Clan Ancestor handed the Ten Thousand Li Rivers and Mountains Map to the Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor.
But when the Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor received the Ten Thousand Li Rivers and Mountains Map...
The Lei Clan Ancestor solemnly reminded them once again:
"Don't act rashly against Lin Heng unless you are absolutely certain."
"And another thing! If you make a move against him, you must beat him to a pulp, so that he may never be reincarnated."
The killing intent that the Lei Clan Ancestor revealed when he spoke caused the Thunder Punishment Saint Emperor's hand holding the Ten Thousand Li Rivers and Mountains Map to tremble slightly.
Clearly, the Lei Clan Ancestor was afraid that his senior brother would find a way to resurrect Lin Heng.
This is precisely why we must be absolutely certain of success, completely eliminating Lin Heng and giving him no chance to recover.