Supreme of the Heavenly Realm

"Since there's nothing else, I'll take my leave first. I may have to leave Dragon Island in the next couple of days."

Ye Xuan looked at Ao Feng. The most important matter for his visit to the Dragon Clan had already been completed, so there was no need to stay any longer.

Though he had received the Heavenly Dragon Order and undoubtedly held a lofty status in the Dragon Clan, he was not someone who wished to misuse power. Staying too long as an outsider might instead provoke resentment.

"Mmm."

Ao Feng heard this, glanced at the young man, and with a nod from the latter, he waved his hand: "Wuxu, first take our young friend Ye Xuan to rest for a day. If he wants to leave, see him off."

"Yes."

From the rear, Ao Wuxu respectfully replied, then turned to Ye Xuan with a smile: "Let's go, Elder Ye Xuan."

Hearing the somewhat jarring title, Ye Xuan couldn't help but let out a bitter smile, cupped his hands again to everyone, then turned and left without lingering.

On the mountain peak, many elders watched Ye Xuan's departing figure, all letting out silent sighs. The emergence of the Ancestor Dragon Bloodline was supposed to be a monumental event for the Dragon Clan, but who could have expected it to turn out like this?

"This young man is not ordinary. Though he seems to have taken advantage of our Dragon Clan now, who knows what the future holds?"

The young man's eyes narrowed, filled with depth and wisdom, and he said softly, "To summon the will of the Netherworld Ancestor to counter the Ancestor Dragon, hehe, that's not something an ordinary person can do."

"I've bestowed the Heavenly Dragon Order upon Ye Xuan, and you all seem to have many grievances? Just wait and see. In the future, you'll understand my actions are correct. Until then, you must acknowledge his elder status, and help where you can."

The young man's gaze turned to the Dragon Clan elders, and his voice became more solemn, while the elders respectfully complied, unwilling to dissent.

This is an investment; the principal has already been cast, so the subsequent interest matters little.

The next day.

As Ye Xuan stepped out of his room, he found Ao Wuxu waiting for him. Wuxu approached with a cheerful smile, noticeably more friendly than before, along with a hint of admiration.

The news of Ye Xuan obtaining the Ancestor Dragon Bloodline had spread within the Dragon Clan, naturally causing considerable upheaval. Especially when others learned that even their ancient ancestor appeared and made Ye Xuan an elder, they were left speechless. Such an outsider becoming a Dragon Clan elder almost instantaneously was likely unprecedented in Dragon Clan history.

"Do you really plan on leaving? The cultivation environment on Dragon Island is not inferior to the secret realms of the five great clans. Staying here longer could benefit your cultivation and help you familiarize yourself with the Dragon Clan members, strengthening your elder authority and status. Why not?" Ao Wuxu smiled at Ye Xuan, asking.

"There's still some business in Light City, so I need to return." Ye Xuan shook his head. Although Light City now held a significant position and reputation in the Ancient World, akin to other Human Clan forces, its foundation was not stable. Thus, he needed to be attentive. Currently, Light City was their foothold and couldn't be allowed to be ruined by others.

Upon hearing this, Ao Wuxu did not persist, nodding, "Let's go then. The teleportation array is ready, and you'll soon be sent off Dragon Island."

With that said, Ao Wuxu turned to lead the way, and Ye Xuan followed closely.

The two traveled through the Dragon Domain, encountering many Dragon Clan members along the way. When they saw Ye Xuan, their expressions became peculiar, a hint of apprehension hidden beneath their originally proud gazes, which made Ye Xuan feel strange. It seemed that the elder position indeed carried some deterrence.

The two finally arrived at a mountain peak, where spatial fluctuations were chaotic. There, Ye Xuan saw Ao Feng's figure; this Dragon Clan Leader had personally come to send him off.

"Hehe, Ye Xuan, now with the Ancestor Dragon Bloodline and as an elder of our Dragon Clan, you're tied to our fate. Should you encounter challenges, you can contact me using this Heavenly Dragon Order. If able, we will certainly help." Ao Feng looked at Ye Xuan, his stern face now filled with smiles.

"This time, I've benefited, and should the Dragon Clan need assistance in the future, I will do my utmost." Ye Xuan sincerely cupped his fists, saying earnestly. He was always clear about gratitude and grudges; if the Dragon Clan were to turn hostile over the Ancestor Dragon Bloodline, he might never aid them. But their actions had earned his genuine goodwill.

From another perspective, the ancient ancestor's strategy was indeed shrewd. This form of alliance meant the Dragon Clan also gained a potential-filled member in Ye Xuan. Though his loyalty might be uncertain, and his strength perhaps still not valued by the Dragon Clan, in the future, even a mighty existence like the Dragon Clan might depend on Ye Xuan's protection. Who could truly predict the future?

Ao Feng was quite satisfied with Ye Xuan's words, smiling as he nodded, "In that case, we won't see you off. We'll announce you as an elder of our Dragon Clan soon. By then, no matter who it is, they'll have to show us respect."

Upon hearing this, Ye Xuan inwardly chuckled; the ancient ancestor considered thoroughly. But it seemed his main concern was still Ye Xuan's Ancestor Dragon Bloodline. If Ye Xuan faced misfortune and his bloodline was stolen, the consequences would be severe, especially if other Demon Clan members, humans, or Netherworld people took it. That would be a significant loss for the Dragon Clan.

However, Ye Xuan didn't care much whether the ancient ancestor worried about the bloodline or himself. After all, he understood that he now shared a very close relationship with the Dragon Clan, a major ally not to be wasted.

"The teleportation array is almost ready." Ao Feng turned towards the distorted space behind him, smiling.

Ye Xuan nodded, once more earnestly cupping his fists to Ao Feng, saying in a solemn voice, "Clan Leader, I take my leave."

With those words, he didn't linger anymore. His figure moved swiftly into the twisted space, as violent space waves spread, his body becoming increasingly distorted until completely disappearing.

On the mountain peak, the chaotic spatial fluctuations gradually calmed, and Ao Feng gazed at the place where Ye Xuan had vanished, softly sighing before muttering to himself, "Hopefully, as the ancestor said, Ye Xuan is worthy of our Dragon Clan's regard."