364: Sun family

As the great battle concluded, news of it quickly spread throughout the entire Canglan Dao Domain. The higher-ups of the various Supreme Powers gathered together.

This battle involved two matters. The first was Daoist Cangsong, an old-guard quasi-Dao Lord, who finally achieved a Breakthrough to the Dao Lord Realm.

The birth of a Dao Lord would impact the power structure of the Dao Domain he resided in. However, this impact was manageable for other Supreme Powers, but for the Sun Family of Canglan, it was undoubtedly bad news.

The Sun Family of Canglan, a power in the eastern part of Canglan second only to the hegemonic Ancient Sword Dao Sect, possessed two Immortal Dao Lords within their Family. This allowed them to suppress the Cangwu Dao Academy, and even many of their interests were seized by the Sun Family.

But now, with Daoist Cangsong, the Cangwu Dao Academy had two Dao Lords. Furthermore, Ancestor Cangwu of the Cangwu Dao Academy was not far from reaching the Middle Stage of the Dao Lord Realm. This meant that the Sun Family would likely have to cede many interests in the future.

The second matter was Xu Yuan.

Xu Yuan was Dao Lord Cangsong's last Disciple, meaning he was the legitimate successor of the Cangwu Dao Academy. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, he was very likely to inherit the position of Dao Academy Head in the future.

That was one aspect. The second was the identity of the Sacred Eye. The grievances between the Cangwu Dao Academy and the Eternal Night Clan, and the terrifying power of Ancestor Cangwu, were known to many Supreme-level and above powers in the Ancient Land of Dao.

The third was the strength Yue Yu displayed, and the impact brought by that High Grade chaotic spiritual treasure.

They were well aware that such a Supreme Treasure was one of only three in the entire Canglan Dao Domain, belonging to the Azurewave Dao Sect, the Heavenly Battle Hall, and the Cangwu Dao Academy, respectively.

However, the one at Cangwu Dao Academy was left by Ancestor Cangwu, and no one could take it out of the Cangwu Dao Academy's range. It was Ancestor Cangwu's last safeguard for the Dao Academy. Only when faced with a powerful enemy attacking the Dao Academy would that chaotic spiritual treasure automatically attack the invaders.

And this brand new High Grade chaotic spiritual treasure could not be part of the Dao Academy's foundation. If it were, it would have long been given to Dao Lord Gurong for his use.

Therefore, there was only one truth: this High Grade chaotic spiritual treasure was bestowed by Yue Yu himself, or by the Family behind Xu Yuan.

After all, the words Yue Yu spoke that day mentioned a power—the Xu Clan!

In the Human Territory, there were many families with the surname Xu, but those capable of giving a High Grade chaotic spiritual treasure to a Dao Lord Realm Perfection Dao Protector were few!

But how could those powers look favorably upon the current Cangwu Dao Academy?

Therefore, Xu Yuan's Family was worth discussing!

Canglan Dao Domain, Eastern part!

The Dao Qian Ancient Realm was one of the most mysterious and ancient blessed lands in the eastern part of the Canglan Dao Domain.

Here, the Heaven and Earth energy was as rich as liquid, and chaotic Origin Qi pervaded the mountains and rivers, as if every inch of land contained endless good fortune. Within the Ancient Realm, exotic flowers and rare herbs grew everywhere, and Spirit Beasts and immortal birds soared, like a paradise on Earth.

And in the core of this Ancient Realm, a vast, ancient architectural complex stood between Heaven and Earth, like an Eternal monument.

This was the Sun Family's Ancestral Land!

The Sun Family, as a Supreme Family in the eastern part of the Canglan Dao Domain, had stood for countless years. They had witnessed the rise and fall of countless powers, yet they always remained standing, like an ancient tree rooted in the River of Time, with lush branches and deep foundations.

Within the Sun Family's Ancestral Land, immortal palaces and jade structures stood in abundance, each palace exuding an ancient and majestic aura.

Between the palaces, spiritual mist swirled, and Dao Beasts roamed everywhere, like a paradise on Earth.

And deep within the Ancestral Land, countless powerful auras faintly emerged. Half-step Dao Lords and Dao Lord Realm experts were like clouds, and occasionally, two unfathomable auras could even be felt—those were the two Immortal Dao Lords of the Sun Family!

At this moment, inside the main hall at the center of the Sun Family's Ancestral Land, the atmosphere was solemn.

Above the main hall, more than ten Grand Elders in the Half-step Dao Lord Realm were arranged on both sides. Each of them had a profound aura and eyes like lightning.

At the head, Sun Changlong, the current Clan Chief of the Sun Family, sat on the main seat. He wore a purple-gold robe, his face was majestic, his eyes were as deep as stars, and he exuded the terrifying aura of a top-tier Half-step Dao Lord.

"Clan Chief, Daoist Cangsong has achieved a Breakthrough. And according to the Old Ancestor's message, Dao Lord Gurong is also close to a Breakthrough. At that time, our Sun Family might..."

An Grand Elder spoke, his voice carrying a hint of worry.

No sooner had he finished speaking than another Grand Elder snorted coldly, dissatisfied, "Sun Mianxu, are you a coward? Even if Dao Lord Gurong achieves a Breakthrough, so what? Could it be that they dare to risk the Holy Temple's decree and annihilate our Sun Family?"

Sun Mianxu gave a wry smile and shook his head, "Uncle Zetao, I'm not afraid of the Cangwu Dao Academy making a direct move. Rather, I'm afraid of them making a covert move. Over the years, our Sun Family has not been shy about using methods against them."

"He dares?"

A fierce glint flashed in Sun Zetao's eyes, and the Judge's Brush in his hand trembled slightly, as if ready to taste blood at any moment.

"Dare or not, who knows?" Sun Mianxu said with a bitter smile.

Inside the main hall, two factions quickly formed. One advocated for easing relations with the Cangwu Dao Academy, while the other insisted on a strong response.

Arguments rose and fell, and the atmosphere grew increasingly tense.

At the head, Sun Changlong watched this scene, his brows slightly furrowed.

He gently tapped the armrest, and an invisible force spread out like ripples, instantly silencing the hall.

All the Grand Elders looked at him, their eyes filled with surprise.

"Elder Mianxu!" Sun Changlong spoke lightly.

"Clan Chief!"

Sun Mianxu's heart filled with joy, and he quickly responded. He had already vaguely guessed the Clan Chief's meaning.

"Go to the treasury and select a few Supreme Sword Dao techniques, and then choose a Dao Spirit Treasure-grade sword. You can decide on other treasures yourself. Afterwards, you will lead the clever younger generation of the Family and personally go to the Cangwu Dao Academy to congratulate Dao Lord Cangsong!"

Sun Changlong's voice was steady and majestic, carrying an unquestionable tone.

Upon hearing this, those Grand Elders who originally had objections immediately fell silent. They knew very well that when the Clan Chief gave an order in such a tone, it was very likely to be at the instruction of the two Old Ancestors of the Family.

Sun Mianxu understood immediately upon hearing this.

Dao Lord Cangsong had already become a Dao Lord. Although the Sun Family had Supreme Treasures that he might value, those Supreme Treasures were already held by the Old Ancestors.

Therefore, it was better to use the pretext of congratulations to curry favor with Xu Yuan.

After all, he was Dao Lord Cangsong's last Disciple. Currying favor with him was currying favor with Dao Lord Cangsong.

Doing so would, firstly, curry favor with Xu Yuan, and secondly, show goodwill to Dao Lord Cangsong, demonstrating the Sun Family's attitude.

At their level, there were many things to consider. Perhaps a moment of satisfaction from venting anger was pleasant, but it would lead to endless trouble afterwards.

This was also what people often said: there are no Eternal enemies, only Eternal interests!

"Dismissed!"

Sun Changlong waved his hand, signaling everyone to withdraw.

After the Grand Elders left, Sun Changlong couldn't help but rub his temples, a trace of fatigue appearing on his face.

The Sun Family and the Cangwu Dao Academy were not mortal enemies; at most, there were some frictions in disputes between the younger generation or over territory. It seemed like deep hatred, but at their level, all of that could be suppressed.

Therefore, there was no need for the Sun Family to fight to the death with the Cangwu Dao Academy!

Compared to the Sun Family, the Ancient Sword Dao Sect faced even greater pressure!

Once Dao Lord Gurong achieved a Breakthrough, a second hegemon would appear in the East, which was not good news for the Ancient Sword Dao Sect!

"Alas, a time of trouble..."

Sun Changlong murmured softly, his gaze passing through the main hall and looking into the distance, as if penetrating the endless Void Realm and seeing the changing tides of the future.

There was another reason why he chose to make friends!

His second Ancestor of the Sun Family, unable to achieve a Breakthrough, chose to comprehend the Great Dao, and what he chose was the Dao of Heavenly Secrets under Karma.

Just now, when he tried to divine Xu Yuan, he couldn't calculate his Heavenly Secrets at all. A powerful force shielded everything about Xu Yuan. When the second Ancestor tried to continue, he felt a jolt in his heart and sensed the threat of death.

It was because of this that the two Old Ancestors decided to befriend the Cangwu Dao Academy.

Just as the Sun Family did, other powers also gathered their higher-ups because of Xu Yuan.

Similar to the Sun Family, on this day, the same topic was being played out among the various Supreme Powers.