Chapter 310: The Crisis in Ye City
Ye City, home of the Ye family.
Although the Ye family was recognized as a declining force in the Dan region, they were still stronger than many others. As the rulers of Ye City, the Ye family occupied the center of the city, controlling everything within a thousand-meter radius.
At this moment, the Ye family was hosting an honored guest. The elders of the Ye family were seated around, accompanying their guest.
The guest was none other than Elder Sheng, one of the eight great elders of the Dan Tower. Several powerful individuals he had a good relationship with were also present.
"Elder Sheng, thank you so much for taking the time to come to Ye City and help us eliminate the Hall of Souls forces that infiltrated here," said Ye Zhong, the Great Elder of the Ye family, respectfully.
"Ye Zhong, there's no need to be so formal with me," Elder Sheng responded with a slight smile.
Ye Zhong smiled bitterly at this. In recent years, the Ye family had been in decline and rarely visited Dan Holy City. Although he had a good relationship with Elder Sheng in the past, that relationship had cooled over the years.
Now, with the Hall of Souls infiltration, Elder Sheng remembering their old relationship and coming to protect Ye City was something Ye Zhong was sincerely grateful for.
"In any case, Elder Sheng, please stay a few more days at our home so we can offer you proper hospitality," Ye Zhong said.
"Haha, I also have that intention," Elder Sheng said.
Elder Sheng's words left Ye Zhong astonished. Although he had invited Elder Sheng, he didn't have much hope that he would accept. After all, the current Ye family didn't have the status to deserve the attention of one of the eight great elders of the Dan Tower. Elder Sheng coming to Ye City to eliminate the Hall of Souls was already a great favor based on their old relationship.
"This is wonderful! Elder Sheng and the other powerful individuals, please stay, the Ye family will take care of everything," Ye Zhong said joyfully.
The other elders of the Ye family also showed expressions of joy, clearly seeing this as an opportunity to strengthen their ties with Elder Sheng.
"No need for so much fuss. I'll stay in Ye City because another elder of the Dan Tower will also be coming here, and I want to meet with him," Elder Sheng said, cutting their plans short. "Everything can continue as usual, no need to do anything special."
The elders of the Ye family hid their disappointment. It turned out that Elder Sheng was staying not for them, but for another reason.
"Elder Sheng, may I ask who the other elder coming is?" Ye Zhong asked, curious and a bit worried that it might be someone hostile toward the Ye family.
"You'll know when he arrives," Elder Sheng said, not giving more details. "But don't worry, it's not someone hostile toward the Ye family."
Ye Zhong breathed a sigh of relief, and his curiosity grew. Who could this elder be that Elder Sheng didn't want to reveal?
Could it be another of the eight great elders? Ye Zhong's heart began to race. In the current situation of the Ye family, only an elder of that level could change their fate. If he could win the favor of one of the eight great elders, the situation of the Ye family could significantly improve.
Meanwhile, at the spatial portal controlled by the Ye family, Xiao Zhan, Medusa, and Qing Lin suddenly emerged, surrounded by a faint spatial power.
"This spatial portal is quite deteriorated," Qing Lin said resignedly.
"Probably because the Ye family is in decline and doesn't have the resources to maintain it," Medusa said, frowning.
During their journey through the portal, they had encountered a spatial crack. Fortunately, the three were powerful fighters and could handle the situation.
"We should warn the Ye family to better maintain the spatial portal. We came out unscathed, but others might not be so lucky," Xiao Zhan said, calming the spatial energy around him while inspecting Ye City. There was no unusual spatial disturbance.
The power of Qing Lin's Green Serpent Flower Eyes was extraordinary, allowing her to detect enemies before others.
"The center of Ye City must be where the Ye family is. I can sense a familiar energy there," Xiao Zhan said, and the three headed toward the center of the city.
The person in charge of the spatial portal watched with panic as they walked away.
"Oh no, the Great Elder said we must treat any powerful arrivals carefully during this time..." the caretaker said, regretting not approaching sooner. The spatial energy emanating from those three was overwhelming for him.
Meanwhile, Xiao Zhan and the other two had reached the Ye family mansion. Xiao Zhan released a small amount of his energy, which was surely detected by Elder Sheng.
As expected, just as they arrived at the gate, before the guards could ask their identities, a cheerful laugh resonated behind them.
"Haha, Xiao Zhan, you finally arrived!"
"Sorry to keep you waiting, Elder Sheng," Xiao Zhan said, greeting Elder Sheng, who was approaching quickly.
The powerful individuals accompanying Elder Sheng and the elders of the Ye family also set their eyes on Xiao Zhan. The powerful ones smiled at him, trying to please him.
"Greetings, Elder Xiao Zhan."
Xiao Zhan responded to everyone with a warm smile.
The elders of the Ye family, however, showed expressions of disbelief.
The name Xiao Zhan was well known throughout the central region. In the Dan domain, his reputation was especially high.
Even those who had never seen him had heard of him: the youngest alchemist, a future leader of the Dan Tower...
All these titles belonged to this young man before them, making it hard for them to believe.
Great Elder Ye Zhong reacted quickly, inviting Xiao Zhan and his group into the mansion to talk.
If they managed to gain Xiao Zhan's favor and have him speak on behalf of the Ye family, they could change their current situation.
Ye Zhong was extremely hospitable, making Elder Sheng and the other powerful ones smile with amusement.
Nevertheless, they understood that Ye Zhong was trying to secure the future of his family.
Xiao Zhan, however, looked outside the city and said, "Elder Ye Zhong, I'm afraid our conversations will have to wait."
Qing Lin also looked outside, with a serious expression, "Lord Xiao Zhan, there are two extremely powerful energies, comparable to yours. They could be six-star Dou Zuns."
Her words surprised everyone. Seeing that she was Xiao Zhan's servant, no one dared to say anything, but everyone looked at Xiao Zhan for answers.
"You all heard her. Prepare for battle, this will be a tough fight," Xiao Zhan said just as several powerful auras appeared outside Ye City.
The powerful ones present were amazed by the perception ability of Xiao Zhan's servant.
The Black and White Sovereigns appeared outside Ye City, smiling. Today, Ye City was in danger.
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