Chapter 163: Yao Dan

Inside the Yao Clan's meeting hall, the atmosphere appeared particularly heavy.

"Patriarch, because of the recent incidents encountered by the Ling and Shi Clans, we did not invite them to come and observe the ceremony." Yao Wanhuo answered truthfully.

"What about the Yan Clan and the Lei Clan?" Yao Dan asked.

Yao Wanhuo nodded slightly and replied: "Patriarch, both the Yan Clan and the Lei Clan have clearly indicated that they will send people to observe the ceremony. But..." His words paused at this moment.

What he did not say was that although both clans would send people, they would likely send one or two Half-Saints to observe the ceremony as usual, and that would be the end of it.

Although Yao Wanhuo's words were not fully spoken, Yao Dan had already grasped the deep meaning within them.

He sighed lightly, and a sense of powerlessness could not help but rise in his heart.

He could not help but sigh; although their Yao Clan held a prominent status among the many forces in Zhongzhou and was an unreachable existence, among the Ancient Dou Di Clans, they truly had no standing.

The coming-of-age ceremonies of other Dou Di Clans were all about meeting friends through martial arts, showcasing the strength and demeanor of the younger generation in their respective clans.

And the Yao Clan, as a clan famous for alchemy throughout the world, naturally could not be compared with other clans in terms of martial arts.

The Yao Clan was originally an alchemy clan; how could anyone be their opponent?

Therefore, whenever the Yao Clan held a coming-of-age ceremony, it was nothing more than a personal show for the Yao Clan's younger generation.

In this way, several Ancient Dou Di Clans naturally would not take it too seriously, and sending one or two Half-Saints to observe the ceremony was already the norm.

Yao Wanhuo bowed to Yao Dan and said: "Patriarch, should we transmit this matter to the other elders, letting them strengthen patrols during the upcoming Medicine Ceremony, just in case?"

Although he felt in his heart that the possibility of the Soul Clan launching an attack during the Medicine Ceremony was extremely small, considering the safety of the Yao Clan, he still decided to propose this suggestion.

Yao Dan nodded slightly, his gaze deep, as if thinking about something. He pondered for a moment and shook his head.

A look of confusion appeared on Yao Wanhuo's face; although this letter was of unknown origin, his patriarch had always been very cautious.

Could it be that the patriarch did not take this matter seriously?

Yao Wanhuo thought just like this.

Just as he wanted to persuade the patriarch not to be careless, and at the very least strengthen the defense, he heard Yao Dan say: "I will personally go to the Yan Clan and the Lei Clan in a while to invite their patriarchs, Yan Jin and Lei Ying, to come and observe the ceremony."

Hearing this, Yao Wanhuo was shocked.

He had originally thought that the patriarch did not take this matter to heart, but now it seemed that the patriarch not only took it seriously but was also prepared to take major action.

He was actually going to call over the patriarchs of both the Yan and Lei Clans.

That was fine; among the several Dou Di Clans now, their Yao Clan's strength was the weakest, so the patriarch being this cautious was not necessarily a bad thing.

Although he did not want to admit that his clan was the weakest, the fact was indeed so...

Thinking this in his heart, Yao Wanhuo said: "Patriarch, should we inform the other elders of this matter, letting them make preparations early as well?"

A flash of ruthless light flickered in Yao Dan's eyes. He said in a deep voice: "There is no need to spread this matter for now; let everything in the clan remain as usual. Our Yao Clan may be weak, but we are not to be bullied by anyone. If the Soul Clan really dares to come, I will definitely let them know that our Yao Clan is not to be trifled with!"

Yao Dan thought: It is best if the Soul Clan does not come; if they do, I will definitely bite off a piece of their flesh!

Hearing this, Yao Wanhuo's heart could not help but tremble. How long had it been since he had seen his patriarch with such a resolute expression? He nodded in understanding and said: "Yes!"

After giving some more instructions, Yao Dan waved his hand, signaling Yao Wanhuo to withdraw.

After he left, Yao Dan stood alone in the hall, his gaze looking deep out the window.

Yao Dan slowly extended his palm; above his palm, several medicinal pills flickering with faint golden light lay quietly.

A trace of hard-to-detect heartache flashed in his eyes; these medicinal pills each contained rare spiritual charm between heaven and earth, almost reaching the extreme of Nine-Grade Precious Pills, only a line away from entering the ranks of Nine-Grade Mysterious Pills.

Even for their Yao Clan, they were extremely precious.

The faint fragrance emitted by the medicinal pills permeated the hall, making one feel refreshed.

However, Yao Dan's heart felt heavy.

Although the Yao Clan and the Yan and Lei Clans had an alliance relationship, if the Soul Clan attacked, the two clans would certainly not stand idly by.

But right now, the Soul Clan had not attacked, and he could not just rely on this letter of unknown origin to make the patriarchs of the Yan and Lei Clans come to their Yao Clan.

Yao Dan understood in his heart that if he wanted to move the Yan and Lei Clans to give the patriarchs face, he would certainly have to pay a price...

Yao Dan had already made plans, so he naturally would not let the Yao Clan fall into crisis because he felt heartache over a few medicinal pills.

Although these medicinal pills were precious, they appeared insignificant in the face of the clan's safety. He sighed lightly, a trace of resolution flashing in his eyes.

Without lingering, Yao Dan quietly left the Yao Clan without anyone noticing.

Outside the Yao Realm, Character: Character: Character: Jiang Xing's figure was hidden in the dense trees, like a leopard waiting for its prey to appear.

His eyes were fixed on the entrance to the Yao Realm, a nervous expression on his face.

The letter that Yao Dan and Yao Wanhuo looked at was naturally sent in by him.

Although this letter was sent in by him, he was not sure how Yao Dan would respond, and this concerned the success or failure of his entire plan.

If Yao Dan chose to believe it or was half-believing, then his goal this time would be achieved.

Because whether Yao Dan transmitted the news to the Yan and Lei Clans or let the elders in the clan remain vigilant, the Soul Clan would not be able to destroy the Yao Clan this time.

The former is easy to analyze; with the Yan and Lei Clans supporting, Xuwu Tun Yan would certainly not be an opponent.

Even if Yao Dan was only half-believing and transmitted the news to the elders in the clan, the Soul Clan would also learn the news from the undercover agents and subsequently stop the attack.

With the caution of Hun Tiandi, Character: Character: Character: Jiang Xing believed that any leaked wind would make him call off the action.

Therefore, as long as Yao Dan believes a little bit, then during the Medicine Ceremony, the Soul Clan will not be able to destroy the Yao Clan.

As long as the Yao Clan is not destroyed during the Medicine Ceremony, the Shennong Elder will be able to come out successfully.

And once the Shennong Elder leaves the Yao Realm, that Life Flame will ultimately be Character: Character: Character: Jiang Xing's!

Things that he, Character: Character: Character: Jiang Xing, has taken a fancy to will sooner or later be his!

A few days of waiting passed slowly like a long time; finally, guests from all sides participating in the Medicine Ceremony arrived one after another like a tide.

This naturally included the Shennong Elder and Hun Xuzi.

Just like in the original story, although the Yao Clan did not send an invitation to the Soul Clan, Hun Xuzi, this Nine-Grade Alchemist and Seven-Star Dou Saint expert, still came uninvited.

Hun Xuzi came to participate in this Medicine Ceremony, ostensibly wanting to slap the Yao Clan in the face, but his main purpose was to coordinate with Xuwu Tun Yan from the inside and outside...

Hun Xuzi stood outside the square, observing everything within the Medicine Ceremony.

There was both contempt for the Yao Clan and anticipation for the upcoming great battle.

A cold smile that was almost imperceptible hooked at the corner of his mouth, as if he had already seen the scene of the Soul Clan's victory.

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