When the Long Family made their stance, many of the Alchemy Tao families who had doubted Fang Lin immediately fell silent and sided with the Long Family, likewise expressing their support for Fang Lin.
This turn of events was unexpected for many, and could very well be described as sudden and surprising.
Even the Ling Family, who had thought the matter was settled, was caught off guard.
As soon as the Long Family spoke up, many Alchemy Tao families that had stood with the Ling Family rushed to support the Long Family instead, leaving only two or three very closely allied families still firmly by the Ling Family's side.
Compared to their previous immense presence, the Ling Family now undoubtedly looked somewhat embarrassed.
