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“Previously, you brought the entire Three-Eyed Phoenix Hound Clan to join me, and during this time, I’ve observed the Three-Eyed Phoenix Hound Clan’s performance closely.”

“I now intend to accept all of you as my Inner Sect Disciples. What are your thoughts?”

Upon hearing this, Phoenix Aotian’s heart stirred, and a flicker of excitement flashed in his eyes.

Previously, although Zhong Qing had agreed to take in the entire Three-Eyed Phoenix Hound Clan, their status within the Phoenix Feather Sect felt somewhat awkward.

After all, while everyone else was a disciple under the Master’s command, they, in a sense, were merely Zhong Qing’s subordinates.

The status of a subordinate naturally wasn’t as close as a master-disciple relationship.

He had, at one point, fantasized about the possibility of one day becoming a disciple under Zhong Qing.

But later, he abandoned this unrealistic fantasy.

After all, being taken in by the Master was already a great blessing; how could he dare to ask for anything more?

However, he never expected such sudden happiness.

It was so sudden that it caught him off guard.

Having been by Zhong Qing’s side for so long, how could he not know the meaning of an Inner Sect Disciple?

Currently, Zhong Qing’s disciples are divided into True Inheritor Core Disciples and Registered Disciples.

And Registered Disciples are further divided into two types.

One type is ordinary Registered Disciples; these disciples have limited potential and a low upper limit.

The other type of Registered Disciples are the Inner Sect Disciples.

Like the more than twelve thousand Innate Dao Body disciples within the Heavenly Dao Institute.

These disciples have infinite potential, and their future achievements are unimaginable.

They were specifically categorized by Zhong Qing.

Even ordinary Registered Disciples would be a leap in status for Phoenix Aotian.

He never imagined that one day he could directly bypass ordinary Registered Disciples and become Zhong Qing’s Inner Sect Disciple.

In his view, this was no different from reaching the heavens in a single bound.

Moreover, it wasn’t just him; the entire Three-Eyed Phoenix Hound Clan could become Inner Sect Disciples.

Even his grandson, Phoenix Tian, was a direct disciple of Zhong Qing.

In another sense, the connection between the entire Three-Eyed Phoenix Hound Clan and Zhong Qing had reached an unbreakable point.

It was also Zhong Qing’s acknowledgment of their entire Three-Eyed Phoenix Hound Clan.

“Thank you, Master!”

Having understood all of this, Phoenix Aotian immediately bowed to Zhong Qing.

His change of address was incredibly smooth.

Not only that, he immediately woke up the entire Three-Eyed Phoenix Hound Clan, who were in seclusion.

He informed them of this great news.

The crowd, led by Phoenix Yingtian, instantly erupted in excitement upon learning that they, too, had the good fortune to become disciples under Zhong Qing, and even Inner Sect Disciples.

Each of them was so thrilled they couldn't contain themselves.

They truly wished they could let out a long cry to the heavens to vent their inner excitement.

For a time, the entire flying boat was filled with lively clamor.

Phoenix Tian, standing nearby, merely chuckled.

He cupped his hands and congratulated his father: “Congratulations, congratulations, Dad, on successfully being promoted to your son’s Junior Brother!”

These words instantly cast a shadow over Phoenix Yingtian’s otherwise good mood.

Several dark lines appeared on his forehead.

According to their relationship, he should have called Phoenix Tian “Young Master” before.

Now, he should indeed call Phoenix Tian “Senior Brother.”

It seemed to be a manifestation of a leap in status.

But somehow, he couldn’t feel happy about it.

After all, no matter how things changed,

his status seemed to always be suppressed by this rebellious son.

This feeling was undoubtedly quite vexing.

Thinking of this, Phoenix Yingtian was extremely depressed.

He glared at his rebellious son: “On this joyous day, do you really need to annoy your old man?”

Phoenix Tian cheerfully said: “What are you saying, Dad? Your son just came to congratulate you; how is that annoying you?”

“I still remember Dad once taught me that no matter what you encounter, the most important thing is to first understand your position.”

“I just hope Dad doesn’t forget!”

After saying this, Phoenix Tian walked away with a refreshed look, running to the Scarecrow boss and fawning over him.

Leaving Phoenix Yingtian standing in the wind, in a state of disarray.

He was so depressed he wanted to spit blood.

This feeling of being lectured by his own child was quite vexing.

And to have the very words he once used to scold the other party returned to him verbatim made it even more frustrating.

Ye Ji and Fire Enchantress, standing behind Zhong Qing, saw this scene and a faint chuckle escaped their lips.

Having seen so much harmonious coexistence and mutual respect among the Phoenix Feather Sect disciples, seeing Phoenix Yingtian and Phoenix Aotian, the father and son, engaging in such a love-hate relationship, was quite interesting.

Their smiles were truly captivating, stunningly beautiful.

Since the two women had followed Zhong Qing, their cold aloofness had melted away like an iceberg meeting a sea of fire, replaced by radiant complexions, less coldness, and more softness and warmth.

No matter how depressed Phoenix Yingtian was, being able to become an Inner Sect Disciple under Zhong Qing was undoubtedly a great joyous occasion.

Under his leadership, all the Three-Eyed Phoenix Hound Clan members bowed in unison to Zhong Qing as a gesture of apprenticeship.

Just like that, the relationship between the two parties underwent a fundamental change at this moment.

As Zhong Qing took the Three-Eyed Phoenix Hound Clan under his wing, from this day forward, he felt his cultivation progress accelerate once again.

Perhaps it wouldn't be long before he could advance further and become a true Saint Realm expert!

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The flying boat was incredibly fast, covering a domain in a single day was commonplace.

However, the Void Domain is located at the southernmost tip of the Lower Realm, while the Xuan Domain is in the southern-northern part of the Lower Realm.

With over five hundred large domains separating them, even at the flying boat's speed, it would take several months to reach the destination.

“Rumble...”

The massive flying boat streaked across the sky with the speed of wind and lightning.

Bringing with it a series of rumbling sounds.

Below the flying boat, mountains and land rapidly receded.

Wild ancient trees stood tall, imbued with a vast and ancient aura.

Among the mountains, great demons stood, and hordes of demons were entrenched.

Some great demons were a thousand zhang tall, like mountains.

Some had ferocious faces and eight heads.

Others had long fur and scales, with feathered wings on their backs.

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Various strangely shaped great demons were as numerous as cattle hair.

This was the Demon Domain!

The Three Thousand Domains of the Lower Realm, almost every domain had its own unique characteristics.

Some large domains were exclusively inhabited by humans, some were dominated by sword cultivators, and some were entirely populated by demon beasts.

There were even some large domains completely covered by vast oceans, where marine creatures ruled.

Traveling between different large domains allowed one to experience diverse cultural landscapes, akin to traversing different historical civilizations, giving a sense of vibrant temporal disarray.

This was a wonderful journey.

Since Zhong Qing and others departed from the Phoenix Feather Sect, they had only traveled for five days, yet they had witnessed the distinct charm of multiple domains.

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