How Could It Be Such a Coincidence?
Xia Clan.
"That Xiang Ge is truly narrow-minded!"
After looking around and confirming that there were no problems, Xia Hai finally spoke through gritted teeth.
Beside them, several high-ranking members of the Xia Clan remained silent, but their expressions revealed their displeasure.
How could something belonging to the Dragon Race be found so easily!
Even if they could find it, would it even be their turn, the Xia Clan?
Although the Xia Clan was not weak, it was not the most powerful force. Moreover, in terms of time, the Xia Clan had not existed for very long. As for those related to dragons, most people had only heard of the Black Dragon's lewdness. As for the so-called Dragon Race, there was no way of knowing anything about it.
When someone gives you an impossible task, it's obvious to everyone that they're not genuinely asking for help.
"We shouldn't have gotten involved in this in the first place," a powerful member of the Xia Clan said.
Xia Hai frowned slightly and shook his head, saying:
"It's all the fault of that person impersonating a descendant of my Xia Clan. Whether we responded or not, the Xiang Clan would say the same thing. I just responded a little too soon."
"It's too early, but there's really no other way," another powerful figure said.
"Who would have thought that Xiang Li would be like this? It's so different from what's been said all along."
Hearing that someone understood him, Xia Hai felt relieved.
At this moment, another powerful figure said:
"So what should we do now? The Xiang Clan has suffered such a great loss and lost so much face this time. They must be harboring a lot of resentment. If they really do something, it could be a huge problem."
As soon as he finished speaking, the atmosphere in the room became heavy again.
Ever since the Xiang Clan grew to a level of strength comparable to the Xia Clan, the Xia Clan's territory has shrunk day by day.
Whether a person is powerful or not, their neighbors know best.
The Xiang Clan of today is no longer the same Xiang Clan that could only rival the Xia Clan.
"Oh, right."
One of the stronger individuals seemed to realize something, looked at the other person, and said:
"Didn't we find some strange guy not long ago? I think he mentioned something about a place where dragons are buried. Weren't we planning to find him?"
The person being questioned shook their head:
"You mean that Qi Situi? I think it's best to just take that with a grain of salt. If he really knew, why didn't he take it sooner? Besides, judging from his appearance, he doesn't seem very reliable. Let's not get our hopes up."
Xia Hai nodded. "This matter should indeed not be considered."
If you can't find it, then it's meaningless.
But if we could actually find it, would we really give it to the Xiang Clan?
The field fell silent for a moment.
Then, another powerful figure seemed to realize something and looked at Xia Hai.
"The Law Contemplation Gathering subject to numerous unforeseen events, which led to our current predicament."
"But there are still some things that can be addressed using the same method to resolve the current troubles."
These words caused Xia Hai's expression to shift slightly. He looked at the other person and said:
"You mean to flatter the Xiang Clan again regarding the inheritance of the Five Elements Saint Emperor?"
The other party nodded, looked at the other powerful figures present, and said:
"As you all know, although the Xiang Clan acts irrationally, they also love praise and flattery. Given the current disparity in strength between our Xia Clan and the Xiang Clan, brute force is clearly not an option to improve our situation. We must resort to this method."
As soon as he finished speaking, a powerful figure reminded him:
"Once or twice might be unintentional, but if something unexpected happens again, even if it's unintentional, it will be treated as intentional, and the risk will only be greater."
"That certainly needs to be considered." The powerful figure nodded, then added:
"But compared to this Law Contemplation Gathering, it's still easier to make certainty and there are far fewer unforeseen circumstances."
Then, he turned to Xia Hai and said:
"With the Academy, the Huang Clan, the Church of Light, the Heavenly Treasure Pavilion, and that Master Kong Mu whose origins are unknown, the Xiang Clan may not necessarily get the biggest benefits. Therefore, avoiding such praise will reduce the risks."
"To be on the safe side, we can talk about Xiang Li obtaining the inheritance. Xiang Li is the Five Elements Sacred Physique, and the inheritance of the Five Elements Sacred Physique must belong to him. This matter has great potential for us to exploit."
Xia Hai nodded slightly, somewhat satisfied with the suggestion.
The reason he chose to praise the Xiang Clan at that Law Contemplation Gathering was because he knew all too well Xiang Clan liked in this regard.
If a few words of praise, instead of a fight, can resolve the problem, that would be ideal.
"But, if Kong Mu's master has a powerful background, could he possibly come from somewhere else? And if he's from somewhere else, what if he also has the Five Elements Sacred Physique...?"
The voice of a powerful figure immediately caused Xia Hai's expression to freeze.
Upon closer reflection...
Believe it or not, it seems there really is such a possibility.
It seems that I have indeed seen only one Five Elements Sacred Physique within a certain range, rather than in the world.
"You said it was just a possibility, how could it be such a coincidence?" the powerful figure who proposed the method said.
Then, each of the powerful figures expressed their own opinions and views.
Xia Hai listened quietly.
Finally, the matter was settled.
We must show sufficient sincerity regarding the Five Elements Sacred Physique.
The Xia Clan members, young and old, went there not for any other reason than to witness Xiang Li receiving the Five Elements Saint Emperor's inheritance and to celebrate for the Xiang Clan.
Things couldn't possibly be such a coincidence, and the Xia Clan's luck couldn't be that bad!
Myriad Laws Academy
Amidst much anticipation from all sides, the Academy's marriage arrangements were finally officially announced to the public.
At the same time, news also spread that Kong Mu Academy.
With two major events happening at the same time, and double happiness upon us, a grand banquet is naturally in order.
All factions are eagerly awaiting the outcome, making preparations in advance, some trying to create opportunities, others considering how to approach them, and still others choosing attractive women from within their factions to accompany them, just in case.
All of this was directed at Lu Changzhi.
Unfortunately, despite the grand banquet, Lu Changzhi, the person in charge, did not show up at all.
This caused countless people who went there to feel regret.
No matter how many tricks you have, it's all the same if you can't find the right one!
In fact, Lu Changzhi had long anticipated that this might be the case.
They might as well choose not to show their faces, thus avoiding a lot of trouble.
Watching the spectacle also attracts many people, but the focus isn't on oneself; therefore, the former is good, while the latter only evokes a lukewarm interest.
However, he did not stay in the courtyard.
Instead, following the system's navigation, they arrived at a place far away from the Myriad Laws Academy.
"Is this the place related to the inheritance of the Five Elements Sacred Physique?"
Looking ahead, Lu Changzhi murmured.
Compared to the previous burial site of the dragon, this place is not desolate at all; in fact, it is much more lively.
The first thing you see is a lifelike statue of a man, one hand raised in the air as if he were in control of the world, giving off an extraordinary aura.
This is the statue of the previous Five Elements Sacred Physique, Chen Wangdao, in his youth.
In Lu Changzhi's view, Xiang Li's glimmer of opportunity was extending into the void.
"System, is there a way to log in?"