291: You still have the right to be proud?

The Ancient World was a place of peace and tranquility.

The morning sun sprinkled over the Gu Clan's territory, as if clothing this sacred land in a thin golden veil.

This was understandable, as the Gu Clan had recently dispatched many people to various parts of the continent to collect exotic fires.

The Gu Clan was much quieter than usual.

Gu Fei, accompanied by Xian Le and Wushuang, slowly walked along the stone path leading to the ancestral hall.

The two children excitedly looked around, their small faces filled with curiosity.

This was understandable, as it was the first time these two children had participated in the worship of the Gu Clan's ancestors.

"Daddy, where are we going?"

Xian Le asked in a low voice.

After all, these two little ones had never been to the Gu Clan's ancestral hall before.

"Our Gu Clan's ancestral hall."

Gu Fei looked at the two little ones and said.

"Daddy, are we going to pay respects to our ancestors?"

Xian Le asked, tilting her small face up, her big eyes sparkling with anticipation.

"That's right. When we enter the ancestral hall later, both of you must be well-behaved."

Gu Fei smiled gently, reaching out to ruffle his daughter's small head.

Wushuang also nodded along.

Looking at the two children's tender yet determined expressions, a warm current surged through Gu Fei's heart.

Gu Fei held the two children's small hands and walked towards the ancient and solemn gate of the ancestral hall.

He pushed open the heavy gate.

The two little ones also followed silently behind him.

The Gu Clan's ancestral hall was not a place to be entered or exited casually.

In this Gu Clan ancestral hall, many Gu Clan Elders usually stood guard.

Furthermore, even the Gu Clan's ancient jade was placed in the ancestral hall.

This showed the importance of the ancestral hall to the Gu Clan.

The ancestral hall looked very spacious inside, with ancient Gu Clan ancestor totems carved on the surrounding walls.

Incense and offerings were placed on the altars. The air was filled with a faint scent of sandalwood.

Gu Fei led the two children to the main altar, took out the already prepared incense, respectfully lit it, and placed it in the censer.

"Come, kneel down."

Gu Fei said softly.

Xian Le and Wushuang obediently knelt on the prayer mats, clasped their hands together like Gu Fei, and bowed their heads, closing their eyes.

"Your descendant, Gu Fei, with his children Xian Le and Wushuang, respectfully offers this humble sacrifice to the spirits of our ancestors."

Gu Fei took a deep breath and murmured.

At this moment, Gu Fei felt as if he was Transmigration through time and space, conversing with his deceased ancestors.

Now, the entire Gu Clan placed great hopes on him.

For Gu Fei, he was the one who bore the rise and fall of this generation of the Gu Clan.

Anyone in his position would feel the pressure, wouldn't they?

Although Xian Le and Wushuang were young, they also felt the sacred and solemn atmosphere, their small faces filled with reverence.

As the incense slowly burned out,

Gu Fei led the two children slowly out of the ancestral hall gate.

Just then, a figure walked towards them.

"Greetings, Young Clan Leader!"

The person saluted respectfully.

Gu Fei looked closely and saw that the person was Elder Gu Yang, who had long been stationed in the ancestral hall.

Gu Yang, dressed in a gray robe, looked at Gu Fei with an awkward smile.

"Hmph... Once my Hun Clan's grand plan is activated, the Gu Clan will eventually be annexed by my Hun Clan!"

Gu Yang snorted coldly in his heart, but on the surface, he maintained a benevolent appearance.

"Elder Gu Yang, there's no need for such formality."

Gu Fei nodded slightly, responding politely.

It was still necessary to be courteous.

Just as their gazes met,

The System's notification sound suddenly rang in Gu Fei's mind:

【Ding! Gu Yang generated a feeling of smugness, Emotion Value +10!】

Gu Fei's heart tightened, but his face remained expressionless.

He smiled and exchanged a few pleasantries with Gu Yang, then left the ancestral hall with the two children.

Walking back, Gu Fei's brows furrowed, his mind filled with thoughts.

"Smugness? This old fox actually felt smug at this moment."

"Could it be..."

Gu Fei pondered to himself.

Thinking of this, Gu Fei couldn't help but quicken his pace; he needed to think about this matter carefully.

However, with Gu Yang's five-star Dou Sheng strength, he couldn't cause much trouble.

Gu Fei already knew that Gu Yang was a spy sent by the Hun Clan.

"Daddy, walk slower!"

Xian Le trotted to catch up with Gu Fei, asking curiously.

Gu Fei looked back and saw that the two little ones were already panting and couldn't keep up with his pace.

"Sorry, Daddy was thinking about something."

Gu Fei then came back to his senses, slowed his pace, and said softly.

"What are you thinking about, Daddy?"

Wushuang tilted her small head, asking innocently.

"Nothing much, just thinking about some matters concerning our clan."

Gu Fei gently shook his head and said with a smile.

The Hun Clan had suffered repeated setbacks and heavy losses. First, two main halls of the Hall of Souls were destroyed.

Then, during the emergence of the Bodhi Ancient Tree, they lost a ten-star Dou Di Bloodline clan member.

Recently, in the Demon Flame Space incident, they lost two more five-star Dou Sheng powerhouses.

Logically speaking, the Hun Clan should have been severely weakened in Origin Qi and needed some time to recuperate.

But Gu Yang felt smug at this moment.

Without even thinking, the Hun Clan must be planning something!

"If the Hun Clan is planning a big move, they will probably still choose the weakest target!"

"The Spirit Clan!"

Gu Fei thought for a moment, and these two words came out of his mouth.

Thinking of this, Gu Fei suddenly stood up.

That's right!

It seems he must pay more attention to the Spirit Clan's movements during this period.

Just then, Xian Le and Wushuang bounced in.

"Daddy, are you going to the Spirit Clan?"

Xian Le asked, blinking her big eyes.

"You heard that?"

Gu Fei was a little surprised.

"Sister Ling Xi seems to be a little homesick. If Daddy is going to the Spirit Clan, you can Just right take Sister Ling Xi back for a visit!"

Wushuang nodded, saying innocently.

Upon hearing this, Gu Fei couldn't help but show a gentle smile.

Although these two children were young, they had already learned to think of others.

"Okay, then I will take Ling Xi back to the Spirit Realm this time!"

Gu Fei replied to the two children with a smile.

That's right, the best way was naturally to go to the Spirit Clan in person.

Moreover, staying in the Gu Clan for now wouldn't lead to any further progress.

As for collecting exotic fires, it seemed it would still take some time.

After speaking, Gu Fei got up and walked out of the study, arriving at Ling Xi's courtyard.

He saw Ling Xi sitting under an ancient tree, seriously reading an ancient book.

Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves, casting a soft halo over the fifteen-year-old girl.

Especially her snow-white long hair, which was particularly dazzling in the sunlight.

Ever since Gu Fei returned from the Medicine Ceremony, this girl had become increasingly diligent.

"Ling Xi."

Gu Fei called softly.

"Master."

Ling Xi looked up at the sound, and seeing it was Gu Fei, she quickly stood up and bowed.

"No need for formalities. Ling Xi, do you want to go home for a visit?"

Gu Fei smiled and waved his hand.

Upon hearing this, a hint of surprise flashed in Ling Xi's eyes, but it quickly returned to calm.

"Yes, Master, I do miss it a bit. It's been a long time since I've seen my aunt."

Ling Xi replied respectfully.

"Good, then this time, I will take you back."

Gu Fei nodded, saying gently.

"Thank you, Master!"

Upon hearing this, Ling Xi could no longer suppress the joy in her eyes and bowed deeply.