Chapter 2584

Several Heavenly Spirit Tribe elders argued incessantly over whether to choose the Human Race or remain loyal to the Sea God.

Ling Yunyi's grandfather firmly chose the Human Race, believing that switching allegiance and following the Human Race was absolutely the best choice.

Another elder, however, was firmly opposed.

As for the others, they remained silent, evidently weighing the matter in silence.

The Sea God suddenly wanted to take the Human Race as a sacrifice, and if the Heavenly Spirit Tribe were to do so, it would surely provoke the Human Race.

When the time came to face the Human Race's retaliation, the Heavenly Spirit Tribe alone could not possibly withstand it.

The Heavenly Palace need only send two heavenly officials, whom the Heavenly Spirit Tribe could not resist, and could only rely on the Sea God's protection.

Likewise, if they chose the Human Race, the same would hold true.

Indeed, it was a dilemma; for a while the several elders argued endlessly without reaching a conclusion.

Especially Ling Yunyi's grandfather and the other elder, the two refused to yield an inch, each clinging to his own view.

Seeing that continuing the argument would hardly yield a result, finally another Heavenly Spirit Tribe elder spoke up.

"Alright, even if you keep arguing like this, there will be no result; please consult the Spirit Ancestor."

The Spirit Ancestor referred to by this elder is none other than the sole Present Era's Strongest among the Heavenly Spirit Tribe.

However, having lived too long and being near death, he usually attends to no affairs in daily life.

Only when facing a major decision and the several elders cannot reach a consensus will they go to consult him.

At present, undecided whether to choose the Human Race or continue to follow the Sea God, the several elders had no resolution in mind, so they ultimately chose to consult the Spirit Ancestor.

Upon hearing this, neither Ling Yunyi's grandfather nor that elder objected.

When in doubt, consult the Spirit Ancestor—this has practically become a tradition of the Heavenly Spirit Tribe.

Who let the Spirit Ancestor live the longest and be the strongest? He is the Heavenly Spirit Tribe's sole Present Era's Strongest.

Seeing no objection, several elders simultaneously formed hand seals and performed a secret technique.

This is the secret technique they use to communicate with the Spirit Ancestor; not long after, a pale blue light curtain quickly coalesced in the hall.

Through the light curtain, a blurry human figure also appeared.

Although his features were indistinct, as the figure in the light curtain became visible, the several elders respectfully said.

"Paying respects to the Spirit Ancestor."

"What is the matter?"

The next second, a detached inquiry came from within the light curtain, the tone hoarse and calm, devoid of emotion.

Upon hearing it, one of the elders immediately recounted the matter in full detail, and then, emphasizing his request, said.

"Now, whether our Heavenly Spirit Tribe should choose the Human Race or the Sea God, we ask the Spirit Ancestor to decide."

Summoning the Spirit Ancestor is merely to have him confirm the Heavenly Spirit Tribe's final choice.

As these words fell, the several elders present held their breath, focused, with solemn expressions.

They all knew that the Spirit Ancestor's answer would essentially determine the Heavenly Spirit Tribe's choice.

And once a choice is made, the outcome cannot be altered, whatever it may be.

Ling Yunyi's grandfather also wore a grave expression, his eyes fixed firmly on the Spirit Ancestor within the light curtain.

And under the gaze of the several elders, the light curtain remained silent for a moment, after which the Spirit Ancestor slowly spoke.

"My god cannot be betrayed; it is the foundation of the Heavenly Spirit."

"Huh???"

Upon hearing this, Ling Yunyi's grandfather's face instantly turned pale, while the elder who had previously opposed it now broke into a delighted smile.

The Spirit Ancestor's words undoubtedly confirmed the Heavenly Spirit Tribe's choice.

Remain loyal to the Sea God, and abandon the Human Race.

He even went so far as to call the Sea God the foundation of the Heavenly Spirit Tribe, something that must not be betrayed—this attitude spoke for itself.

Having said that, the Spirit Ancestor added no further words, and the light curtain slowly dissipated.

Since the Spirit Ancestor has already made a decision, the matter is essentially settled.

Even the remaining elders who had been hesitating now turned to Ling Yunyi's grandfather and said.

"Since the Spirit Ancestor has decided, we shall obey his command."

"There's no need to dwell on this any further."

"You……………… you all…………………"

Hearing these words, Ling Yunyi's grandfather's expression grew complex; he opened his mouth, but ultimately said nothing.

These people understand the Human Race less than he does, especially since, due to his own grandson recently, he has come to better understand Ye Zhangqing's uniqueness.

If they were to act against the Human Race, it would obviously be impossible to spare Ye Zhangqing.

Given Ye Zhangqing's status among the Human Race, once he is harmed, the Human Race certainly would not settle for mere ordinary retaliation.

According to his eldest grandson's words, if Ye Zhangqing suffered any mishap, the Human Race would probably go berserk.

At that point, could the Sea God protect them?

Moreover, when that time comes, it will no longer be a matter of simply paying a price to preserve their bloodline.

It would be strange if the Human Race did not uproot the Heavenly Spirit Tribe entirely.

But for now, having consulted the Spirit Ancestor, and with the Spirit Ancestor having chosen the Sea God, even if anxious, Ling Yunyi's grandfather could do nothing.

As for the other elders, they paid him no heed and began discussing among themselves.

"At present, the Human Race has tens of thousands of cultivators, plus a Present Era's Strongest; a forcible move is infeasible."

"Right, we need to think of another way."

"Why not lure them onto the altar? Then the Sea God will surely act."

"What reason? With what pretext shall we lure them?"

Simple, we'll just say our Heavenly Spirit Tribe intends to hold a grand sacrifice held once every hundred years, specially inviting human cultivators to come observe the rites, thereby luring them onto the altar.

An elder spoke up, and upon hearing this, several other elders' eyes lit up.

This reason is not bad, and it's also plausible.

At that time, we just need to slightly disguise the altar and claim it's a viewing platform specially built for all the humans.

Then arrange a group of tribal women to attend to them; as long as we can keep these human cultivators somewhat stable.

Once the Sea God appears, after that the Heavenly Spirit Tribe won't need to worry.

This idea is good—it avoids a bloody clash with the humans and can successfully lure them all onto the altar.

Soon, aside from Grandfather Ling Yunyi, the other few elders nodded in agreement with this idea.

Afterward, someone spoke up.

"The key is that this Present Era's Strongest surnamed Huang must not notice anything amiss, and we must capture him; otherwise, no one in our Heavenly Spirit Tribe can stop him."

"That's natural; I will go in person and make sure he notices nothing."

"That's excellent."

"As for inviting Huang Lao, that elder who previously didn't get along with Grandfather Ling Yunyi volunteered to go himself."

"He doesn't feel at ease letting other tribesmen go, since the opposing party is, after all, the Present Era's Strongest—not so easily fooled."

"If he goes himself, it'll be easier to keep things under control; as long as we capture Huang Lao, then even if something unexpected happens and the human side lacks a supreme expert to hold the fort, with our Heavenly Spirit Tribe's strength we can still do our utmost to maintain the situation."

"Therefore, securing Huang Lao is the top priority."

"Upon hearing that, someone else added:"

"Besides, there's Ye Zhangqing—it's said that the Huang-surnamed person is his Protector of the Way; this brat also can't be let off, we must eliminate him first."

"Huh???"