"Eric, what about you? Was the Dragon Dao helpful?" Ria asked in a questioning glance.
Eric paused, his expression contemplative. "Yes, it was of great help. I gained several insights into the Fire Dao, but I chose not to let it take root within me. I have no intention of pursuing the Fire Dao."
"Why? Wasn't your great-grandfather a Fire Sovereign?" Ria's brows furrowed in confusion.
"Yes, he was," Eric acknowledged, his tone solemn. "But if I pursue the Fire Dao, I fear it won't align with my ultimate goal – to take revenge against the Dao Sovereigns of the Seventh Realm who aided the Shaw family. My path must lead to a more advanced Dao."
Before Ria could respond, Eric's attention was drawn to a glowing spirit ring near the entrance of the cave. Approaching it, he discovered several objects imbued with dark aura. Among them, a letter hovered in the space within the ring. He picked it up and began reading.
