The Hundred Veins Banquet, a gathering of heroes, stirred excitement among the masses.

According to the latest news, the banquet would commence in ten years.

To avoid missing the event, the top forces of the Northern Wilderness had to start preparing immediately and set off as soon as possible.

“Summon the Holy Son and Holy Daughter back at once!”

At the Misty Sacred Ground, the Holy Lord gave the order without delay.

The elders busied themselves, employing various methods.

Far away in the Flow Star Domain, Zhangsun Fengye noticed a mother-daughter jade pendant shattering, realizing that the Sacred Ground was summoning him back.

With no other choice, Zhangsun Fengye bid farewell to Liu Lingran and turned to leave.

“Miss Liu, I look forward to seeing you again.”

Despite his reluctance, he had to depart.

If Zhangsun Fengye missed the Hundred Veins Banquet, the higher-ups of the Misty Palace would surely be furious, and Liu Lingran might bear the brunt of their anger.

“This journey to the Imperial Province must be accompanied by several elders to protect the sect’s disciples.”

The various Sacred Grounds bustled with activity, selecting suitable elders.

The dangers of the Imperial Province far surpassed those of the Northern Wilderness. Sending young ones alone would be too risky.

“Dao friends, traveling together would be wise, so we can look out for each other.”

The Sacred Grounds began to communicate, planning to travel together.

The forces of the Northern Wilderness had their frictions, rarely getting along on ordinary days.

However, at this critical juncture, the cultivators of the Northern Wilderness had to set aside past grievances and unite to secure a foothold in the Imperial Province and avoid being oppressed.

“Ten years will pass in the blink of an eye.”

To cultivators, ten years was but a fleeting moment.

The challenges among the Ten Heroes of the Northern Wilderness had temporarily come to a halt.

No one dared to challenge Zhangsun Fengye, while the other heroes encountered varying degrees of trouble.

Through this event, Chen Qingyuan firmly established his position among the Ten Heroes, earning the respect and fear of his peers.

It was rumored that one of the Ten Heroes had been defeated and replaced by a newcomer.

“Qingyuan, be cautious on your journey to the Imperial Province.”

Yu Chenran, worried about Chen Qingyuan, used a great supernatural power to transmit his voice across countless miles, advising him.

“Disciple will remember, Master need not worry.”

Chen Qingyuan bowed in the direction of the voice.

“Remember, unless absolutely necessary, do not reveal your trump card.”

A Saint-grade Three-Dan Pill, rare throughout the ages. If this news reached certain forces in the Imperial Province, it would undoubtedly cause a massive conflict.

Some sinister secret arts could transfer another’s foundation to oneself.

“Understood.”

Chen Qingyuan was still relatively weak; exposing his foundation would make him a target.

At the Academy, Yu Chenran stood on the lake, his face full of worry.

A light mist covered the lake, and a gentle breeze dispersed it, revealing a small boat, faintly visible.

On the boat, Lin Wenyou lay reclining, holding a wine jug.

He seemed to drink every day, reeking of alcohol, his eyes hazy, rarely sober.

“Old Yu, isn’t this move a bit too hasty?”

A slightly drunken voice drifted over.

“Time waits for no one.” Yu Chenran stood on the water with his hands behind his back, gazing into the distance, and said softly, “Though it’s a risky move, it’s the best choice.”

“The Hundred Veins Banquet is indeed not to be missed. If his origins are exposed on this trip to the Imperial Province, his life could be in danger.”

To help Chen Qingyuan grow quickly, he had to attend the Hundred Veins Banquet, which was full of opportunities and countless Dao Treasures.

“I have my plans, no need to worry.”

Yu Chenran said.

“Oh?” Lin Wenyou, though puzzled, did not ask further. “That’s good then.”

Some matters couldn’t be disclosed, even to the closest of people, to avoid leaking secrets and altering the course of events.

The Academy did not send elders to escort Chen Qingyuan, letting him go alone.

Chen Qingyuan decided to travel with Zhangsun Fengye, hitching a ride on the Misty Palace’s Dao Treasure warship, saving some travel expenses.

Northern Wilderness, Sky River Star Domain, Song Family of the Ancient Clan.

In the Council Hall, the high-ranking members wore worried expressions, the atmosphere heavy.

“The Hundred Veins Banquet is about to begin, and our Song Family has no one to send. Sigh!”

Among the younger generation of the Song Family, only Song Ningyan could be considered a Heaven’s Pride. For the Song Family, the head of the Ancient Clan, to fail in nurturing a new generation was a joke if it got out.

“Why not let Ningyan go?”

The elders were reluctant to miss this once-in-a-millennium banquet.

“She is now a disciple of the Academy and should not be involved in worldly matters.”

An elder said.

“I heard Chen Qingyuan is preparing to attend the Hundred Veins Banquet, breaking the precedent of the Academy.”

The Song Family’s high-ranking members had repeatedly considered sending a group of young people, but the idea was always dismissed.

The journey to the Imperial Province was extremely dangerous.

Ordinary people attending such a banquet would not only disgrace themselves but also risk their lives.

“Song Family women do not hold power. If we let Ningyan represent the Song Family this time, we must think carefully about how to handle it afterward.”

Clan Leader Song Xiufeng sat high above, dressed in luxurious robes, his gaze sweeping across the hall, pondering.

Here, Song Xiufeng was not a father but the clan leader, and he had to clarify the seriousness of the matter. Even as the clan leader, he couldn’t defy the Song Family’s ancestral rules.

“This…”

The high-ranking members of the Song Family looked at each other, all silent.

After a long time, an elder gritted his teeth and said, “If we miss the Hundred Veins Banquet, the gap between our Song Family and other Ancient Clans will only widen. The ancestral rules state that women cannot hold power to prevent disrupting the family’s foundation. Now that the men are not living up to expectations, changing the strategy might not be a bad idea.”

“What do you all think?”

Song Xiufeng looked at the elders.

“Let’s treat this as a test. If Ningyan can shine at the Hundred Veins Banquet and bring honor to the family, then slightly modifying the ancestral rules to give her a chance to hold power wouldn’t hurt.”

A highly respected elder spoke.

Thus, the elders discussed and agreed, nodding in approval.

A hint of joy flashed in Song Xiufeng’s eyes. This was good for both the family and Song Ningyan. As a father, he was naturally happy for Song Ningyan.

“One problem remains: will the Academy allow it?”

As the elders discussed how to amend the ancestral rules, an untimely voice interrupted.

“Ridiculous! Ningyan is a member of our Song Family. What reason does the Academy have to refuse?”

The elders pounded the table, blowing their beards and glaring.

“Ningyan is now Zhao Yichuan’s personal disciple. If Zhao Yichuan doesn’t agree, this matter won’t be easy.”

At these words, the elders’ expressions froze, filled with anger but unable to speak.

At this moment, the old clan leader, Song Wenxian, appeared.

“Old Clan Leader!”

Everyone stood up and bowed deeply.

“Leave this matter to me!”

Song Wenxian stood at the entrance of the hall, hands behind his back, exuding authority.

“With the old clan leader handling it, there’s nothing to worry about.”

Everyone trusted Song Wenxian, their faces beaming with joy.

After Song Wenxian left, the elders busied themselves, preparing for the Hundred Veins Banquet. Meanwhile, several elders pored over the ancestral rules, pondering how to amend them, feeling quite troubled.

Whoosh—

As usual, Song Wenxian crushed a large teleportation talisman, crossing various star domains, heading swiftly towards the Academy.

A top-grade life-saving talisman was used by him as a means of travel.

In just one day, Song Wenxian appeared at the Academy, having used no less than ten large teleportation talismans.