Bai Yu and Grand Elder Long reappeared amidst the familiar bustle of the Bai Clan. News of Elder Long's ascension to Law Domain Master and his subsequent promotion spread like wildfire, igniting a joyous fire within the clan. A three-day banquet erupted, filled with laughter, music, and a renewed sense of optimism.
As the celebrations settled and the everyday rhythms of the clan resumed, Bai Yu dedicated the next three weeks to meticulously training Grand Elder Long. It was a period of intense focus, as Grand Elder Long acclimated to the surging power coursing through his veins. He also embarked on the arduous task of mastering the Heaven-grade battle technique, the Thousand Water Dragons. Bai Yu, with his own profound understanding, guided Grand Elder Long through its intricacies, ensuring his mastery flourished.
Two more weeks passed before Bai Yu once again summoned Grand Elder Long to the main hall. The air crackled with a different kind of energy now – an air of cold resolve. As Grand Elder Long entered, Bai Yu's voice rang out, clear and firm.
"Elder Xiu and Elder Su are nearing their breakthroughs as well. Once they join our ranks," he declared, a steely glint in his golden eyes, "we will eradicate the Bloodsword Sect."
Grand Elder Long's eyebrows shot up in surprise. "Destroying the Bloodsword Sect?" he echoed, his voice laced with trepidation. "That's no small feat, Patriarch. They've been a dominant force on the Southern Continent for generations. Whispers speak of them harboring three Law Domain Masters, with their Sect Master himself rumored to be at the Late Law Domain Master Realm."
A cold smile played on Bai Yu's lips. "Indeed," he replied, a hint of a past encounter flickering in his eyes. "Years ago, I crossed blades with their Vice Sect Master in the Lost Star Cave. This time, the outcome will be different."
With that, Bai Yu vanished, leaving Grand Elder Long to ponder the weight of the Patriarch's words.