33: Chapter 33 Remain Neutral

The next day.

Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.

"Hey—, Ha—"

On the Sect's training grounds, the younger generation of Disciples had already begun their orderly morning exercises.

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen, as usual, arrived early at his study to handle Sect affairs.

The desk was already piled high with files waiting to be reviewed; from the Disciples' progress in Cultivation to the revenue of various industries, every detail required his personal attention as Sect Master.

"Reporting to the Sect Master, a letter has arrived from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."

Just then, a Disciple's voice came from outside the door.

"Come in."

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen did not look up, his pen continuing to make annotations on the files.

A Disciple wearing the attire of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect bowed as he entered, holding a secret letter in both hands, which he carefully placed on the desk.

"You may go now."

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen waved the Disciple away.

"Yes."

After the Disciple exited the study, Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen put down his pen and picked up the secret letter.

The envelope bore Ning Fengzhi's handwriting, addressed to Sect Master Yu, and the seal of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was stamped on the bottom right corner.

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen tore open the envelope, took out the letter, and began to read it carefully.

At first, he was quite calm, but as he continued reading, his brows gradually furrowed.

The letter mentioned the recently famous Jian Xuan of Heaven Dou City, whose real name is Ji Xuan; he is only ten years old, and his Soul Power has already reached level thirty-four.

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen was, of course, aware of the information regarding Jian Xuan, as Disciples had sent back reports yesterday.

However, he was not aware of Ji Xuan's true identity and age.

In the letter, Ning Fengzhi clearly pointed out that Ji Xuan comes from Spirit Hall and has Gold Crocodile Douluo accompanying him for protection.

Even the matter concerning Poison Douluo Dugu Bo was very likely related to them.

"Ten years old, level thirty-four, a thousand-year first spirit ring, a ten-thousand-year third spirit ring..."

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen put down the letter and murmured in a low voice.

Even for a Titled Douluo as experienced as him, his heart was in turmoil at this moment.

He knew all too well what this meant...

Ji Xuan's talent could no longer be described as just a Genius; he was a Prodigy, an existence capable of changing the entire Spirit Master's world.

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen stood up and paced back and forth in the study.

Ning Fengzhi's judgment was not without reason; Spirit Hall had allowed such a Prodigy to come to Heaven Dou City and had even killed a Guest Elder of the Heaven Dou Imperial Family.

This was very likely a show of force.

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen walked to the window and looked at the Sect Disciples training diligently in the distance.

They were all considered the outstanding ones among the younger generation of the Sect.

But compared to that Ji Xuan, it was like the difference between clouds and mud.

The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect had a long Legacy, deep foundations, and even held the honor of possessing the number one Beast Spirit in the world.

Yet, it was precisely because of this pride that he had to treat this matter with caution.

After a moment of contemplation: "Someone come here."

"Sect Master." A Disciple responded and entered.

"Ask the Elders to come to the assembly hall immediately; tell them there is an important matter to discuss."

"Yes."

Inside the assembly hall of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect, the atmosphere was heavy.

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen sat in the main seat above, with the Five Elders seated on both sides.

They were all powerful Spirit Douluo-level individuals and were the pillars of the Sect.

Among them, the Grand Elder, Yu Luomian, was actually Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen's own younger brother.

"Big brother, why did you summon us so urgently? What is the matter?" Yu Luomian asked first.

"Take a look, everyone. This was sent by Ning Fengzhi."

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen handed the secret letter to the Elders to pass around.

When the Elders had finished reading the contents of the letter one by one, their reactions were identical to Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen's: first shock, then gravity.

"Ten years old and level thirty-four? A thousand-year first spirit ring and a ten-thousand-year third spirit ring? How is this possible!" The Third Elder could not help but exclaim.

Yu Luomian said in a deep voice: "If this is true, then Ji Xuan's talent is indeed terrifying!"

"Ning Fengzhi invited us in the letter to form an alliance to jointly deal with the threat of Spirit Hall." Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen said, "This matter is of great importance, and I would like to hear your opinions."

The Five Elders looked at each other, and for a while, no one spoke.

After a long while, Yu Luomian spoke up:

"Big brother, this matter requires caution. The fact that Spirit Hall is powerful is indisputable, but precisely because of that, we cannot easily make an enemy of them."

"The Grand Elder is right. The current situation is unclear. Rashly forming an alliance is equivalent to standing on the opposite side of Spirit Hall, which is too risky for our Sect."

The Second Elder nodded in agreement.

"But if we don't form an alliance, what if Spirit Hall really takes action against the Heaven Dou Empire or the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School? I fear we will be next."

The Third Elder offered a different perspective.

Yu Luomian continued: "I think our best choice now is to remain neutral. As long as we don't stick our necks out, Spirit Hall won't easily take action against us."

"The Grand Elder is right." The Fourth Elder nodded in agreement.

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen listened quietly to the discussion among the Elders without interrupting.

"But if we remain neutral, will it dishearten the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School? If we truly need to join forces to fight against Spirit Hall in the future, it might be difficult."

The Fifth Elder said with furrowed brows.

Yu Luomian shook his head and said: "In the current situation, self-preservation comes first."

"The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School has the Sword and Bone Douluos guarding them; their strength is not weak. Even if Spirit Hall wants to move against them, they will have to weigh the cost. Instead of taking a stance now, it is better to wait and see."

The Elders debated back and forth for nearly half an hour.

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen listened quietly the whole time.

"I understand everyone's position."

After all the Elders had expressed their opinions, Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen spoke:

"The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect has always been neutral, and with the current situation unclear, everything is merely Ning Fengzhi's conjecture. It is indeed not appropriate to take a stance too early."

"However..." Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen changed the subject, "We cannot be completely unprepared."

"Starting from today, the Sect will strengthen outer patrols, all Disciples will intensify their training, and defensive fortifications will be reinforced."

"At the same time, dispatch more scouts to closely monitor the movements of Spirit Hall."

The Elders nodded one after another.

"Since everyone has no objections, it is decided." Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen said.

After the meeting ended, Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen returned to his study.

He took out a sheet of paper, spread it out, and picked up his pen to write...

A moment later, he sealed the letter: "Someone come here."

"Sect Master." The Disciple responded and entered.

"Secretly deliver this letter to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."

"Yes!"

Watching the Disciple leave with the order, Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen let out a long sigh.

This decision concerned the future of the Sect, and he had to be cautious.

He stood by the window, watching the Disciples coming and going within the Sect, thinking silently in his heart.

Can the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect really remain untouched in the future?

He did not know the answer and could only take it one step at a time.

As the Sect Master, he must be responsible for the survival of the entire Sect.

His gaze crossed over the Sect's buildings and looked towards the distant Heaven Dou City.

"Spirit Hall... Ji Xuan, it seems that the peace of this continent is truly about to end."