I Have A Sword

Chapter 681: Welcome Ceremony

Deep inside, Shen Xue hoped to avoid enmity between the God Clan and Ye Guan. However, she wasn't the one making the God Clan's decisions. When the decision to eliminate Ye Guan was made, she swiftly abandoned any thoughts of reconciliation with him.

Once the decision to make him an enemy was made, they couldn't afford to give him any openings.

Shen Xue's words surprised the elites within the hall. An elder's voice echoed, "Shen Xue, must the clan leader intervene personally to eliminate a mere youth?"

"Third Elder, this youth is no ordinary individual. Firstly, he's the chosen inheritor of the First God..."

A sudden unease filled the air.

"You're all familiar with the First God. Do you truly believe he would select an average youth?"

Silence enveloped the room.

"Furthermore, this individual is accompanied by an Evil Beast and a Spirit Progenitor. You're all aware of the Grand Elder's strength, yet he couldn't even muster a defense against that Evil Beast and was swiftly killed."

Shen Xue's revelation stunned the God Clan's elite. Third Elder questioned, "No chance at all?"

Their anger upon the Grand Elder's demise was palpable, but the sudden realization of his instantaneous defeat left them shocked.

The Grand Elder was powerful, he was a top-tier elite with sixty percent divinity. What did his death imply?

It meant the foe possessed at least seventy percent divinity.

Shen Xue nodded knowingly. "Indeed, and to add, this individual emerged alive from the Black Death Realm..."

Silence gripped the elites once more. In that moment, they realized that matters were far from simple.

Shen Xue turned to the clan leader. "Clan Leader, my suggestion is this: if we wish to avoid conflict, we can reconcile with him. But if conflict is inevitable, you must personally act, denying him any chance of survival."Yôur favorite stories at novelhall.com

All eyes turned to Shen Qi, the clan leader of the God Clan.

Shen Qi's response was immediate. "We kill him."

Shen Xue closed her eyes briefly, saying no more.

However, Shen Qi added, "Let Shen Wu lead the charge."

From the pillar of light on the right, a middle-aged man clad in black armor emerged.

This man, Shen Wu, was second only to the clan leader in strength within the God Clan.

Shen Xue hesitated to interject further. She had considered persuading Shen Qi to take direct action, but speaking now would only offend Shen Wu.

That would be foolish.

So, she remained silent.

After Shen Wu's appearance, his expression remained impassive. "I alone will suffice."

Shen Qi instructed, "This young man is not to be underestimated. Take the God Clan's forces with you. If victory seems uncertain, retreat at once and await my return."

With that, he gradually faded away.

Shen Wu furrowed his brow but nodded in agreement nonetheless. He couldn't openly defy the clan leader’s command in front of everyone.

Soon after, the meeting dispersed, and within the God Clan, dozens of powerful auras soared into the sky, disappearing into the depths of the starry sky.

Meanwhile, Shen Xue gazed into the distance, a hint of worry in her eyes.

She knew that the God Clan's decision this time could potentially influence the outcome of the clan. If the God Clan succeeded, they might leverage that journal to reach new heights. However, if they failed, the God Clan's power might suffer to some extent, but overall, the impact should be manageable...

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With a slight nod, Ye Guan followed Zhen Nanxue towards the entrance of the Zhen Clan.

As they stepped into the Zhen World, Ye Guan was surprised to find that the red carpet wasn't just long. It stretched for tens of thousands of meters, all the way to the hall of the Zhen Clan.

Ye Guan couldn't help but find it amusing. The Zhen Clan sure knew how to make an entrance.

When Ye Guan and Zhen Nanxue arrived at the hall, they were greeted by a middle-aged man accompanied by a group of elites from the Zhen Clan.

Beside Ye Guan, Zhen Nanxue introduced, "This is our clan leader, Zhen Tian."

Before Ye Guan could utter a word, Zhen Tian warmly approached them, saying, "Welcome, Young Master Ye."

Behind Zhen Tian, the other members of the Zhen Clan were eyeing Ye Guan with curiosity. After all, he was the most talked-about young figure in their era.

"Clan Leader Zhen, Your welcome caught me off guard!"

Zhen Tian chuckled, "Let's continue our discussion inside."

"Sure."

Guided by Zhen Tian, they entered the grand hall. It was sparsely furnished, with only a long table. Ye Guan sat on one side, Zhen Tian on the other, while the elders of the Zhen Clan stood behind him.

However, Zhen Nanxue stood beside Ye Guan.

Zhen Tian began, "Young Master Ye, let's get straight to the point. If I make any missteps, I hope you'll forgive me."

"Please, go ahead."

"To be frank, our clan is also interested in that journal. However, we understand it belongs to you, and we don't wish to become your adversaries. On the contrary, we'd like to be allies. So, we'd like to ask under what circumstances you'd be willing to lend it to us. You can name any conditions."

"Actually, just taking a look is fine."

Perplexed, Zhen Tian blinked, not quite grasping Ye Guan's intentions.

Suddenly, Ye Guan turned to Zhen Nanxue and said, "Lady Nanxue and I are friends, and we've been working together smoothly. If she asks, I won't refuse."

The entire room fell silent, stunned by Ye Guan's declaration.

Zhen Nanxue, too, was taken aback, but then she realized Ye Guan's gesture was to help elevate her status within the Zhen Clan.

Feeling touched, she exchanged a glance with Zhen Tian, who subtly nodded.

He wanted to gauge whether Ye Guan was sincere or not.

Zhen Nanxue hesitated momentarily. She wasn't sure if Ye Guan was being serious or if he was jesting. If she made the request and Ye Guan refused...

Suddenly, Ye Guan opened his palm and the black ancient book floated out, landing gently in front of Zhen Tian.

Everyone present was speechless at this sight.

Did he really just give it away?

Zhen Tian stared at the book for a long time before looking up at Ye Guan, asking earnestly, "Young Master Ye, are you sure you don't have any other conditions?"

"None."

"But why?"

"Just for a look. What's the harm?"

Zhen Tian fell silent. Is he really this easy to deal with?

At that moment, Zhen Tian felt a pang of shame. He had contemplated seizing the book before this...