Chapter 903: Dragon Clan Fifth Class (Second Update)
Fang Yu nodded.
Before coming here, he thought he could face everything calmly and composedly.
But today, upon arriving at this Dragon Clan's Sacred Land, he felt his heart racing.
On one hand, this place was filled with high-ranking masters, among them were several Dragon Clan experts at Saint Level.
On the other hand, his mother, Dan Rou, was trapped within the Dragon Clan's Sacred Land.
Fang Yu did his best to suppress his excitement and walked in slowly.
The room was serene throughout.
The screen, wall paintings, ancient yet distinct.
After passing the screen, Fang Yu saw a gray-haired old man with a beard, his face full of wrinkles.
The old man sat cross-legged, eyes slightly closed.
Wearing a robe with dragon patterns, his aura was steady and grand.
Fang Yu felt a jolt of surprise in his heart, it was evident that this was a cultivator at the Saint Realm.
So far, Fang Yu still didn't know what kind of realm a Saint truly was. Ever since he broke through to the Infinite Level, even with Divine Dragon Possession, he only reached Epic Level cultivation, not truly Epic Level.
Above Epic Level, there is the Saint.
So, why are Saints called Saints?
There's no way to know.
The room remained quiet.
On the table near the window, sandalwood incense curled gently.
"You've arrived?" A hoarse yet steady voice sounded.
The old man slowly opened his eyes, his deep gaze and wrinkled face made Fang Yu feel that this person was extraordinary.
"Lord Ao." Fang Yu clasped his hands respectfully.
Seeing Fang Yu not kneel, the old man did not get angry but said in a low voice, "You are the first person not to kneel before Ao Jiang. Kid, you are the Dragon Clan descendant who reached Infinite Level through your own cultivation, right?"
So this old man was Ao Jiang, the fourth class surname of the Dragon Clan.
"Indeed." Fang Yu replied truthfully.
"You are indeed a good seed. Dan Jue has already told me about your situation... I ask you, are you willing to return to the Dragon Clan and follow my Ao Jiang lineage?" The question was very direct, when Ao Jiang spoke, his eyes were fixed on Fang Yu.
His aura was clearly very smooth, yet it gave a strong sense of oppression.
Fang Yu knew that this seemingly peaceful choice actually contained a threat.
If he can't be used, he must be killed!
It has always been like this since ancient times.
Fang Yu understood the logic within, so he said: "I am more than willing!"
Ao Jiang's old face showed a satisfied smile, he nodded slightly, and said: "Very good! As a descendant of the Dragon Clan, since you are willing to follow me, Ao Jiang... you will surely be taken care of! When there's an opportunity, I'll let you meet Elder Feng, who is one of the Dragon Clan's Five Saints."
Fang Yu couldn't help but be shocked.
This...
How is it possible?
Isn't Ao Jiang in front of him a Saint?
Elder Feng is from the Feng surname, which is the first class surname of the Dragon Clan.
It makes sense upon reflection.
Ao Jiang is a fourth class surname, how could he hold a position in the Dragon Clan?
Fang Yu's mind raced, reaching a conclusion – the factional disputes within the Dragon Clan are far more complex than he imagined. A faction can have different levels of surnames, but regardless of the faction, a first class surname Feng must be in charge.
The hierarchical system is stricter than imagined.
"Thank you, Lord Ao." Fang Yu clasped his hands respectfully.
"Good... After seeing you today, I have a clear idea in mind. What you want, you can say directly. As long as you serve well in the future, wealth and glory are within reach!" Ao Jiang said calmly.
"Lord Ao... undeserved rewards should not be accepted. How dare I ask for any rewards? It's my first time here, if I could roam around the Dragon Sleep Sacred Land, I would be truly satisfied." Fang Yu said.
Ao Jiang nodded, and said: "A teachable young lad... Let's do this, I'll have Dan Jue take you around. Your tasks will be arranged by him..."
"As you wish, Lord Ao." Fang Yu said.
Right now, it's unclear about the internal situation within the Dragon Clan, and who might be friend or foe.
He can only endure for now.
A great man can bend and stretch.
For the sake of his mother, he can only pretend to follow them for now.
"Go."
"Yes!"
Fang Yu lowered his head, noticing several array patterns where Ao Jiang sat cross-legged.
He pondered, these are Spirit Gathering Arrays, and they are of a dark nature... From the cultivation method perspective, it's a rather evil way of cultivation. His heart sank; could it be... this old man is a Soul Stealer!?
Soul Stealers, hidden in any possible corner.
They seem no different from normal cultivators.
But their cultivation method relies on seizing others' spiritual energy and Qi Sea, or Dantian! To rapidly boost cultivation.
But...
As a Dragon Clan Ao surname, having such a high status, why take such an extreme cultivation path?
No matter what.
After seeing these array patterns on the ground.
Fang Yu was on guard a lot more.
Soul Stealers, have always been avoided by everyone.
...
Leaving Ao Jiang's abode.
He saw Dan Jue, who had been waiting outside for a long time.
Dan Jue said with a smile: "How was it, Lord Ao easy to talk with, right?"
"Yes, Senior said it exactly right, I need Senior's guidance more often in the future." Fang Yu said.
"It's no big deal... Lord Ao ordered me earlier that since it's your first time in Dragon Sleep Sacred Land and unfamiliar with the environment, your tasks will be arranged in Jiangzhou. Given your skill and cultivation, there are few people in Jiangzhou who can pose a challenge to you." Dan Jue said.
"Yes, please instruct, Senior."
"The Dragon Clan plans to establish a stronghold in Jiangzhou soon, using your Fang Family as the base. Lord Ao will lead the Dragon Clan to Jiangzhou. You only need to do two things, first, prepare for the welcome; second, immediately report if any alien clan appears."
"Alien clan?"
"Correct! Of course, including fierce beasts. These are the forces that the Dragon Clan is concerned about, entities like the Ten Great Bloodlines, the Dragon Clan never cares about them, no need to mind them. Can you manage these?" Dan Jue asked.
Damn it, these people want to directly swallow up and occupy the land I've worked hard to win over.
After all this, they only want to take advantage of me.
Fang Yu thought begrudgingly, but outwardly he said, "I assure you it will be handled perfectly. Senior, having just arrived at Dragon Sleep Sacred Land, I think..."
Before he could finish.
Dan Jue laughed: "Of course you can... but I will still take you around, there are places you cannot go... Besides, complete Lord Ao's tasks, and you can freely enjoy the Dragon Clan's resources."
"Thank you, Senior." Fang Yu clasped his hands respectfully.
Dan Jue pointed in a direction and said: "Over there is our Dragon Clan Sacred Land's Martial Arts Arena, come, I'll take you to see it."
Fang Yu nodded.
The two of them walked over.
Before long, they arrived outside the Martial Arts Arena.
The scene was grand, with weapon racks all around the Martial Arts Arena.
In the center of the field, many young members of the Dragon Clan were sparring and competing in martial arts.
However, most people were spectators.
After all, the cultivation of the Dragon Clan is extremely high, when fighting, they fly back and forth, covering a large space.
"Lord Dan, why do you have time to come to the Martial Arts Arena today? You are an Epic Level cultivator, wouldn't coming here be a waste of time?" Someone approached.
A middle-aged man, full of smiles.
Dan Jue was not at all angry, saying: "Today I am idle, so I came to take a look."
The middle-aged man's eyes were sharp, at a glance he saw Fang Yu, and said: "Who might this be?"
"This is a Dragon Clan descendant that I've specially brought back." Dan Jue said proudly.
"Dragon Clan descendant? Our Dan surname lineage doesn't seem to have any descendants, right?" The middle-aged man taunted.
"Dan Tianguang, you and I are of the same lineage, do not speak carelessly. This brother has just returned to the Dragon Clan, no need for a bloodline test, I dare affirm, he is surely a Dragon Clan descendant!" Dan Jue said.
Bloodline test?
Fang Yu pondered, it's probably similar to modern DNA testing, to determine belonging to which Dragon Clan lineage.
Dan Tianguang laughed: "Dan Jue, don't joke, if the person is a descendant of the Dragon Clan second class surname, you calling him brother would mess up the hierarchy and overstep your bounds, wouldn't it?"
Dan Jue said indifferently: "Don't worry about it, I will personally take this brother for a bloodline test, no matter which bloodline it is, it's not for you to comment!"
"You—" The middle-aged man restrained his anger, "You're something else! We're leaving, can't be bothered with you."
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