Chapter 388: The Three Imperial Clans

Chapter 388: The Three Imperial Clans

"Taixuan Empire surrenders!"

"Southern Star Province has already fallen!"

"Reports indicate that Northern Star Province and the Cloud Sea won't hold out much longer. The Imperial Godly Dynasty is advancing relentlessly, and it's only a matter of time before they fall!"

Inside the Feathered Ascension Holy Land, the Feathered Ascension Holy Master's expression darkened, and the other elders' faces were also filled with unease.

Who would have thought that in just a few short years, the Imperial Godly Dynasty would undergo such a dramatic transformation, showcasing an unparalleled foundation and a voracious appetite for expansion.

In this situation, the other provinces of the Eastern Domain were all feeling the threat.

"The Imperial Godly Dynasty is ambitious, aiming to unify the Eastern Domain. I believe we must not sit idly by and watch it grow, or it will surely become a great threat to the Feathered Ascension Holy Land in the future!"

"Easy to say, but who can stand against Gu Qingfeng in the Imperial Godly Dynasty?"

Many elders spoke up, but all fell silent at the mention of Gu Qingfeng's name.

Currently, the biggest problem for the Imperial Godly Dynasty is Gu Qingfeng.

In the Era of Decline, he was unmatched.

Despite the Feathered Ascension Holy Land's strong foundation, it pales in comparison to his.

Rumors from the outside world claim that his strength rivals that of an emperor. Even if he hasn't truly reached the level of an emperor, he is still considered a demigod.

Such a formidable opponent.

Without an emperor stepping forward, it is almost impossible for anyone to match him.

Shen Yu the Great Sage took a deep breath, his expression becoming more serious. "Gu Qingfeng is indeed a problem, but the Eastern Domain is not without its own foundations. There are still a few imperial clans in the Eastern Domain. If they are willing to step in, they might be able to curb the Imperial Godly Dynasty's momentum!"

Imperial clans!

They are the most unfathomable of all!

No imperial clan can be measured by ordinary standards.

"Are you referring to the Ancient Xia Clan, the Primal East Mystic Holy Land, and the Primeval Zhou Clan, the three imperial clans?"

The Feathered Ascension Holy Master's expression shifted slightly.

Shen Yu the Great Sage nodded. "That's right. The three imperial clans have ancient origins, especially the Xia Clan, which can trace its roots back to the ancient times. It is said that the emperor of the Xia Clan in ancient times had a connection with the Taiyi Divine Dynasty. These three imperial clans have withstood great calamities and always remained standing, their foundations deep and unfathomable. With the Imperial Godly Dynasty growing and aiming to dominate the entire Eastern Domain, I believe the three imperial clans will not remain idle. With our current strength, the Feathered Ascension Holy Land alone cannot contend with the Imperial Godly Dynasty. Only if the three imperial clans take action can we truly counter the Imperial Godly Dynasty!"

Hearing this, everyone's faces showed a mixture of respect and awe.

The three imperial clans!

Their names are renowned throughout the Eastern Domain.

However, they have rarely interfered in the affairs of the Eastern Domain, maintaining a detached and transcendent stance. Even during the great calamity of the Eastern Domain ten thousand years ago, the three imperial clans showed little activity.

However, no one truly believes that these imperial clans have become so weak that they cannot act.

It's just that unless the threat truly endangers the foundations of the three imperial clans, they will not deign to intervene.

However, Shen Yu the Great Sage believes that the current situation with the Imperial Godly Dynasty is even more severe than the demon invasion ten thousand years ago. The three imperial clans should recognize the threat and will not remain indifferent.

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In fact, as Shen Yu the Great Sage had anticipated, when the Imperial Godly Dynasty began to suppress the provinces, the head of the Ancient Xia Clan was already in possession of intelligence regarding the Imperial Godly Dynasty.

"The Imperial Godly Gu Clan!"

"Gu Qingfeng... In the Era of Decline, he reached the demigod level, single-handedly slaying four demon emperors and severely wounding two more!"

"This person is indeed formidable—"

Xia Chunqiu's expression changed slightly, seemingly shocked by the existence of Gu Qingfeng.

At this, one of the Xia Clan elders couldn't help but ask, "A demigod from the Era of Decline? Could it be that an ancient strong figure has awakened in this world?"

"I've never heard of a demigod surnamed Gu!"

"Our Xia Clan has been passed down from ancient times, and we have records of all famous and named strong figures from the Ancient Realm. The name Gu Qingfeng has never appeared!"

"This person managed to slip past the eyes and ears of our Xia Clan. Indeed, they are no simple individual!"

The other elders of the Xia Clan also spoke, their words tinged with a slight sense of caution regarding Gu Qingfeng's existence.

However, there was no trace of fear.

After all, the Xia Clan's history runs deep, and since ancient times, more than one Emperor has emerged from their ranks. With the blood of supreme deities flowing through their veins, the arrival of a mere quasi-Emperor was nothing to worry about. Even if a true Emperor were to rise, the Xia Clan would have the confidence to face it.

Xia Chunqiu said coolly, "A great calamity is approaching, and many factions are restless, but the matters of the Eastern Domain are not for the Imperial Godly Dynasty to decide."

Pausing for a moment, Xia Chunqiu then looked at one of the elders.

"Second Elder, you will travel to the Imperial Godly Dynasty and convey our stance. Tell them to cease their expansion immediately!"

"And if the Imperial Godly Dynasty refuses?" the Second Elder asked.

Xia Chunqiu's expression remained calm. "The Imperial Godly Gu Clan will agree. If they do not, then the Gu Clan will no longer have a reason to exist!"

Xia Chunqiu had every confidence in this.

The Second Elder nodded slightly and set out for the Imperial Godly Dynasty the next day.

When he stepped into Ancestral Province, the floating spiritual energy in the air made the Second Elder's face change slightly.

"Divine Spirit Vein... It seems the Imperial Godly Dynasty does indeed have some foundation, to possess a Divine Spirit Vein!"

The Second Elder understood the significance of a Divine Spirit Vein.

Many ancient forces might not even possess one.

Of course, this did not apply to the Xia Clan.

With the Xia Clan's deep roots, not only did they have a Divine Spirit Vein, but they also possessed the legendary Imperial Spirit Vein.

Thus, upon sensing the aura of the Divine Spirit Vein, the Second Elder only momentarily lost composure before quickly returning to his usual state.

Just a Divine Spirit Vein.

It was worth being surprised, but that was all.

Then, the Second Elder went alone to the Imperial Capital. He showed his token to the city gate guards and said coldly, "Tell Gu Yang that I am Xia Huang, the Second Elder of the Ancient Xia Clan, here on the orders of our Clan Head!"

"Please wait a moment!"

The guard, who had initially been about to get angry upon hearing Xia Huang mention Gu Yang's name, was calmed by the mention of the Ancient Xia Clan.

The name Ancient Xia Clan.

A mere guard might not have heard of it, but the term "ancient" alone was enough to suggest the clan's extraordinary status.

Furthermore, the fact that someone dared to come to the Imperial Capital and directly call out Gu Yang's name indicated that this person was no ordinary visitor.

Until he understood the true nature of the situation, the guard did not want to offend this visitor.

...

"Phew!"

In a secret chamber of the side hall, Gu Yang let out a long breath, feeling the changes in his aura. A faint smile appeared on his face.

During this seclusion, Gu Yang had retrained himself, using the Dao Scripture as the foundation to gradually correct past shortcomings.

Now, he had perfected the Ninth Level Dao Palace, though his cultivation remained at the Second Heaven Sage level. Nevertheless, his strength had significantly improved.

With the flaws corrected, his strength was incomparable to before.

"Unfortunately, the Dao Scripture created by my father has temporarily stopped at the Ninth Level Dao Palace. If I could reach the Sage level, my strength would advance even further.

At that time, with the cultivation of a Second Heaven Sage, I would not be inferior to a Seventh Heaven Sage!"

However, even now, Gu Yang was confident that his strength would not be weaker than a Fourth Heaven Sage.

Of course, this was without using the power of the Heavenly Vein.

If he used the Heavenly Vein, Gu Yang was confident that he could match a Sixth Heaven Sage.

At that moment, Gu Yang's expression shifted slightly as a communication jade token appeared in his hand. After his divine consciousness entered it, his brows furrowed.

"Ancient Xia Clan..."

Others might not know of this force, but Gu Yang certainly did.

After all, the Imperial Godly Dynasty's goal was to dominate the entire Eastern Domain, and Gu Yang was well-versed in all the notable factions within the Eastern Domain.

Among them were three Emperor Clans.

Now that someone from the Ancient Xia Clan had arrived, Gu Yang knew exactly what their purpose was.

Regardless, he had to meet this person.

The Ancient Imperial Clans were not to be taken lightly.

...

In a grand hall.

Gu Yang appeared there.

Before long, a guard led a man into the room.

"Your Majesty!"

The guard bowed deeply, and Gu Yang waved his hand, signaling for the guard to leave. Then, he turned his gaze to the cultivator standing before him.

The cultivator immediately felt an overwhelming pressure bearing down on him, causing his face to pale slightly.

Following this, the man bowed respectfully.

"I am Xia Huang, the Second Elder of the Xia Clan, paying my respects to Emperor Gu!"

Before meeting Gu Yang, Xia Huang had harbored some disdain for the emperor of the Imperial Godly Dynasty. However, when he truly saw the emperor, any trace of contempt vanished instantly.

For no other reason than the fact that the person before him was a Sage!

While the Ancient Xia Clan might not fear a Sage as a whole, Xia Huang himself certainly did. Confronting a Sage from the End Law Era, who had set a precedent never before seen in history, left Xia Huang feeling wary.

Seeing this, Gu Yang smiled slightly. "I have heard of the Ancient Xia Clan’s reputation. The Three Imperial Clans have always stayed out of external affairs. I wonder, what brings Elder Xia here today?"

Hearing this, Xia Huang’s expression returned to its usual calm, and he bowed again. "The End Law Era has been plagued by demon invasions, and the war between the two races has dragged on for too long. The human race cannot afford another major conflict. The Imperial Godly Dynasty’s pursuit of dominance in the Eastern Domain has caused much turmoil and bloodshed, which is detrimental to the balance of heaven. I have been sent by the head of our clan to request that Emperor Gu withdraw your troops and cease the strife."

Upon hearing this, Gu Yang’s smile vanished, and his expression turned cold.

"Is this the will of the Ancient Xia Clan?"

"Indeed!"

Xia Huang nodded, his gaze unwavering as he met Gu Yang’s eyes.

"If the Imperial Godly Dynasty withdraws, the Xia Clan will owe the Gu Clan a favor. This would be beneficial for both the Imperial Godly Dynasty and the Gu Clan. Why would Emperor Gu refuse?"

"The Ancient Xia Clan sure has a lot of nerve, demanding that we withdraw our troops with just a few words. Do you know how many of our soldiers have already sacrificed themselves in this war? To withdraw now would be a betrayal to those who have fallen!"

Gu Yang sneered, his gaze growing colder as he looked at Xia Huang.

He knew the Xia Clan’s intentions were not simple, but Xia Huang’s words still managed to enrage him.

The Ancient Imperial Clans!

Arrogant and condescending!

To think they could order the Imperial Godly Dynasty to withdraw with just a few words was, in Gu Yang’s view, utterly impossible.

Xia Huang’s face also turned cold. "The Imperial Godly Dynasty has only been established for less than a hundred years, yet it has achieved unprecedented success. However, there are some things that Emperor Gu might not understand. The strength of the Three Imperial Clans is not as simple as you think. If you insist on seeking dominance in the Eastern Domain, you will be making an enemy of the Ancient Imperial Clans!"

"Admit it or not, the Imperial Godly Dynasty is indeed formidable, but it is no match for the Three Imperial Clans!"

"If Emperor Gu withdraws, you will gain the friendship of the Ancient Xia Clan. If you refuse, you will stand against the Three Imperial Clans, and the consequences will be more than the Imperial Godly Dynasty can bear!"

By this point, Xia Huang was no longer hiding his threats.

His status as an elder of the Ancient Xia Clan gave him the right to confront anyone.

As Xia Huang’s words fell, Gu Yang suddenly released a terrifying aura that burst forth and pressed down on Xia Huang with overwhelming force.

The oppressive energy felt like a mountain pressing on Xia Huang’s shoulders, causing his knees to crack loudly. He was then forced to kneel on the ground with a loud thud.

"Ugh!"

The flesh on his legs burst open, and the intense pain distorted his face.

"Ah! Gu Yang, I am an elder of the Xia Clan... How dare you do this to me!!!"

Xia Huang’s face was twisted with fury and disbelief, clearly shocked that his status as an elder of the Ancient Xia Clan meant nothing to Gu Yang.

At the same time, Xia Huang was deeply alarmed by Gu Yang’s strength.

He knew that his own power was that of a half-Sage, and a regular Sage would not be able to subdue him with just a wave of their aura. Only a seasoned Sage could do so.

According to the Xia Clan’s information, this Sage had only achieved his status a few years ago, yet his strength had already reached such a terrifying level.

This sudden turn of events left Xia Huang both shocked and enraged.

Gu Yang’s expression was cold and stern. "Since the establishment of the Imperial Godly Dynasty, we have never bowed to any force. If I give you face, then you are the Ancient Imperial Clan. If I don’t, what are you, a mere Ancient Xia Clan, worth?"

"A fallen imperial clan, do you think the world should still bow to you without question!?"

As he spoke, the aura emanating from Gu Yang grew even more terrifying, and Xia Huang began to vomit blood uncontrollably. (End of Chapter)

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