After some brief formalities, the Dragon Clan's leader signaled to Xiao Fan, "Brother Xiao Fan, since Xiaoxiao is so reliant on you, I must trouble you to accompany her to the altar for her bloodline awakening."
Xiao Fan remained silent. The bloodline awakening was of utmost importance to Long Xiaoxiao. As her master, he naturally needed to be by her side to prevent any mishaps.
However, before the bloodline awakening, Xiao Fan had a significant question in his heart. He would not proceed until he understood the situation clearly.
"Chief, forgive my boldness, but does my disciple possess some special attribute that makes even you, the clan leader, value her so highly?" Xiao Fan asked.
After all, before the bloodline awakening, Long Xiaoxiao's potential was still unknown. Yet, the clan leader personally attending indicated there was more to the story.
The Dragon Clan's leader was not surprised by Xiao Fan's question. He laughed and looked at Long Xiao, "Long Xiao, why don't you resolve Brother Xiao Fan's doubts?"
Upon hearing this, Long Xiao didn't keep him in suspense and straightforwardly explained, "Brother Xiao Fan, to be honest, our Dragon Clan highly values bloodline talent. The grade of one's bloodline typically determines the heights they can reach in the future!"
"And my younger brother, Xiaoxiao's father, awakened the highest True Dragon bloodline in our clan."
At this point, Long Xiao's expression was filled with excitement and fervor, but it soon turned somber.
"My brother could have led our Dragon Clan to new heights, but unfortunately, he was harmed by the Demon Clan before he could truly grow."
"As my brother's only child, Xiaoxiao is very likely to have inherited the True Dragon bloodline."
"I see." Xiao Fan nodded upon hearing this. Things were now clear.
The Dragon Clan's leader valued Long Xiaoxiao so much because he believed she might have inherited the True Dragon bloodline.
With everything explained, Xiao Fan had no more doubts. However, for Long Xiaoxiao, who bore high expectations, it was not so simple.
Seeing Long Xiaoxiao nestled timidly in his arms, Xiao Fan smiled gently, "Xiaoxiao, don't be pressured. In your master's eyes, you are always the best."
Long Xiaoxiao clung to Xiao Fan almost constantly, like an accessory on him. Facing the imminent bloodline awakening, her eyes showed a hint of unease.
Xiao Fan gently patted her head, leaned down, and whispered softly in her ear, "Xiaoxiao, don't be afraid. Your master is right here with you."
"Mm." Though still fearful, Long Xiaoxiao gained courage seeing her master by her side.
Xiao Fan then led Long Xiaoxiao to the altar, standing before the enormous dragon-shaped stone pillar.
The Dragon Clan leader approached them, saying, "Xiaoxiao, place your hands on the pillar. No matter what happens next, do not be afraid; everything will be fine."
After speaking, the Dragon Clan leader looked at Xiao Fan, "Brother Xiao Fan, I must trouble you."
Xiao Fan nodded slightly, understanding that the leader wanted him to comfort Xiaoxiao if she had any adverse reactions during the awakening.
There was no need for the leader's reminder. As Xiaoxiao's master, he would not stand by idly.
"Go ahead, Xiaoxiao." Xiao Fan placed his hand on her shoulder, hoping to give her confidence and courage.
Long Xiaoxiao looked at the huge dragon-shaped stone pillar before her, determination in her eyes. She could not let her master down.
She placed her hands on the pillar.
Buzz—
Suddenly, the ground seemed to tremble.
Boom!
The enormous dragon-shaped stone pillar seemed to come alive, radiating a dazzling golden light.
A golden pillar of light shot up to the sky, connecting the heavens and the earth within the Dragon Clan's secret realm.
In an instant, the dim world was illuminated.
A massive golden dragon's shadow coiled around the golden pillar, like a presence covering the sky.
At that moment, everyone in the secret realm, whether dragon or human, was deeply shocked and captivated!
Long Xiaoxiao, the cause of all this, had her eyes tightly closed, her expression pained. Her blood surged within her, turning golden.
Mysterious and ancient golden runes appeared on her skin.
"Xiaoxiao, hang in there!" Xiao Fan encouraged her.
Even though he had never seen the True Dragon bloodline before, he could sense the extraordinary nature of Xiaoxiao's awakening.
As her master, he was genuinely happy for her.
The Dragon Clan leader and Long Xiao, observing from close by, were beside themselves with excitement.
"Hahaha... True Dragon bloodline! This is the True Dragon bloodline! Heaven bless our Dragon Clan!" The leader laughed heartily.
When the awakening ceremony ended, everything returned to normal.
However, Long Xiaoxiao appeared weak, unable to control the immense power from her awakened bloodline, her expression pained.
She needed time to absorb and harness the power from her awakening.
Xiao Fan carefully held Long Xiaoxiao in his arms and looked at the Dragon Clan leader, "Chief, I think it's best I take Xiaoxiao back to rest."
"Alright, Brother Xiao Fan, since Xiaoxiao relies on you so much, I must trouble you to take good care of her."
The leader then sternly instructed Long Xiao, "Long Xiao, Brother Xiao Fan is a great benefactor and honored guest of our Dragon Clan. You must treat him well. Any neglect, and I will hold you accountable!"
For some reason, the leader's gaze at Long Xiao seemed meaningful.
"Rest assured, Chief. I will treat Brother Xiao Fan well!" A gleam flashed in Long Xiao's eyes.
The leader was very satisfied with this response.
Xiao Fan, focused on Long Xiaoxiao, did not notice the strange look exchanged between the two.
After Xiao Fan left with Long Xiaoxiao, the leader's expression instantly turned cold.
The dozen or so elders meditating around the altar suddenly opened their eyes, their gazes sharp.
One elder spoke solemnly to the leader, "Long Tian, this concerns our clan's grand ambition. There can be no mistakes!"
Long Tian was the leader's name.
"Rest assured, elders. The Dragon Transformation Pool is ready. Once that brat's True Dragon bloodline stabilizes, we will extract her essence and dragon core to help our clan break through and achieve True Dragon forms!"
The thought of this made Long Tian's voice quiver with excitement.
For this day, the Dragon Clan had plotted for over ten thousand years.
A fully grown True Dragon could rival emperor-level powerhouses. Through the Dragon Transformation Pool, all their clan members could break through their bloodline limits and achieve True Dragon forms.
Then, they would dominate the world.
They would show all other races who the true rulers of this world were!
At that time, the myriad realms would be like the Dragon Clan's secret realm now.
The Dragon Clan would be the true masters, with all other races as their livestock!