Follow the path of Dao from infancy Chapter 1932 Chapter 517: The Heavenly Dao Banner Stands, Incarnations Illuminate the Thousand Clans of the Southern Domain_7
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As the Deputy Clan Leader of the Dao Clan, his declaration carried immense weight. The potential disgrace for failing the Dao Clan would echo for ten thousand generations, bringing eternal scorn upon his bloodline.
His words caused the other Immortal Kings of the Dao Clan to pause in astonishment. While their fury simmered at the Southern Domain Venerable's audacity, the prospect of committing the Dao Clan's full might to the Southern Domain presented a grave risk. Defeat could plummet them from the top ten powerful clans of the True Realm, an outcome only avoidable if all three Emperor ancestors returned safely.
"I shall gladly shoulder this responsibility," Dao Qingyin's voice, clear and resonant, shattered the ensuing silence.
She met the Deputy Clan Leader's gaze, a silent exchange affirming their shared resolve and unwavering determination.
After a pregnant pause, other Immortal Kings began to voice their agreement.
"This is a joint decision, and should we falter, we will face the consequences as one."
"Indeed, count me in."
One by one, the Immortal Kings added their voices. Witnessing this collective commitment and aware of Li Hao's presence, the remaining elders could only acquiesce.
Li Hao drew a deep breath, fully comprehending the gravity of Dao Qingyin's pledge. He felt a surge of gratitude for choosing her as his deputy; without the Dao Clan's unified backing, the desolate Southern Domain, dependent solely on the Ancestor Dragon Clan and others, would face a brutal and one-sided slaughter.
Their sole reliance rested on him and Shi Miao, their success hinged on annihilating the Ancient Demons. Failure would spell disaster for the Southern Domain.
"The Southern Domain will forever cherish the Dao Clan's profound kindness!"
Li Hao declared with solemnity, "I, Haotian, shall also treasure the Dao Clan's unwavering friendship!"
Dao Qingyin turned to the Deputy Clan Leader, "The Ancestor Dragon Clan has yet to respond, and the expenditure of Immortal Stones will be substantial. Clan Leader..."
"Worry not. Since all are in agreement, then... unfurl the Dao Clan's Emperor Vein!"
The Deputy Clan Leader offered a smile, which then hardened into a solemn expression as a formidable aura radiated from his ancient form.
His pronouncement caused a ripple of unease among many Immortal Kings. The Dao Clan's Emperor Vein, one of the clan's two preeminent Immortal Veins, had been meticulously nurtured over eons. Each extension of an Emperor Vein birthed a new Holy Land!
With the Emperor Vein now relocated, the Southern Domain’s need for Immortal Stones would be met for the foreseeable future!
Li Hao remained impassive, observing the Dao Clan's decisive actions. He understood that further words were unnecessary; only the successful defense of the Southern Domain would validate their profound sacrifice.
As more and more Immortal Kings were ferried from the Dao Clan, over three hundred individuals soon materialized, accompanied by numerous Immortal Lords leading formidable True Immortal Armies.
Furthermore, Artifact Refiners and Alchemists arrived under escort, their skills indispensable on the impending battlefield for managing crucial supplies.
Rumble~~!
A celestial resonance accompanied the void's hum as a colossal mountain range, resembling a dragon unfurling its head, emerged from the teleportation array, exuding an ancient and awe-inspiring might.
Countless Dao Clan disciples watched in stunned silence.
"The Emperor Vein! They've actually brought the Emperor Vein here!"
"How is this possible? Isn't the Emperor Vein our clan's most prized possession, yet it's being moved to this Southern Domain battlefield?"
"Could it be... they truly intend to share our fate, win or lose?!"
Many Dao Clan disciples, witnessing this, grasped the clan's absolute commitment to the Southern Domain conflict.
Within the Heavenly Palace, a delegation of a dozen Immortal Kings, including Sword Heart and Ming Yue, observed the unfolding events with astonishment at the Dao Clan's extraordinary generosity. They felt a pang of shame, contrasting it with the Heavenly Palace's own hesitant actions.
"With the Emperor Vein's support, the Ancestor Dragon Clan can now hasten their response without impediment," Dao Qingyin informed Li Hao.
Li Hao inclined his head, suppressing further expressions of gratitude. He turned to Sword Heart, inquiring, "Have the other clans been duly notified?"
"The directives have been dispatched; we await their replies," Sword Heart confirmed.
Li Hao nodded, a thought then crossing his mind, and he asked, "Among these numerous clans, is there one known as the Dayu Clan?"
"The Dayu Clan?"
Sword Heart appeared puzzled but did not press for an explanation. "If it's not listed on the Geomantic Chart, it signifies an exceptionally minor clan, likely dependent on larger powers and lacking its own territory."
"Then go and investigate, which clan has any news regarding the Dayu Clan."
Li Hao commanded.
He held a distinct intuition that this Dayu Clan might possess a connection to him. Furthermore, as the current guardian of the Southern Domain, he was utterly unaware of Feng's current whereabouts.
During his quest for the True King title, he found himself pondering if they had witnessed his journey.
"If only I could ascend to the status of Emperor; with the Emperor's decree, one could pierce through to the True Realm, issuing commands that echo across the Four Domains, known and respected by all. Alas, such power eludes me at this moment."
Li Hao contemplated.
At this precise juncture, as the members of the Dao Clan commenced their preparations, the Emperor Vein underwent relocation. High in the sky, Shi Miao gestured, sweeping away a cluster of insignificant peaks and leveling the terrain to accommodate the Emperor Vein's placement.
Subsequently, a multitude of Array Masters convened above the Emperor Vein, embarking on the intricate process of establishing formations and channeling the Emperor Vein's immense power.
"Commence the establishment of the Ancestor Dragon Clan's Transmission Anchor Point."
Dao Qingyin, alongside the Dao Clan Immortal Kings, worked in concert with Long Zhan Tian to oversee the setup.
Li Hao addressed Shi Miao, stating: "Assist me in summoning the various powers within the Southern Domain – Array Masters, Alchemists, and Artifact Refiners. We shall establish distinct war camps and initiate the construction of our defenses."
"Understood."
Shi Miao responded with a nod.
With a mere thought, Li Hao disseminated himself into thousands of projections, each casting forth into the void, exuding an indomitable aura without restraint, unleashing a terrifying pressure.
Shi Miao then employed the Power of Time, imbuing each projection, enabling them to vanish into the void alongside the Endless Realm, harnessing the potent Chaos of the Final Realm!
While the Extreme Realm's ability, 'Returning Ruins,' facilitates instantaneous travel, the Final Realm's 'Chaos' represents a power that transcends boundaries. It possesses the capability to enter the Primordial True Realm, traverse spatial dimensions, and transfer across vast distances, rivaling the scope of immense Immortal Arrays.
In a fleeting moment, three thousand avatars surged forth, transforming into streaks of light that blazed towards every conceivable corner of the Southern Domain.
Within the Little Heavenly Court of the Southern Domain, word of Li Hao's arrival rapidly disseminated, igniting excitement amongst all the clans dwelling within its borders.
Swiftly thereafter, luminous trails descended unimpeded through the territories of the Southern Domain's clans, hovering directly above them.
Accompanied by the Heaven and Earth Law Manifestation revealed by these projections, countless individuals within these clan domains could clearly discern Li Hao's visage, recognizing him as the esteemed second True King elected during the preceding True King selection!
"It is the Heavenly King Hao Tian!"
"Heavenly King Hao Tian graces our clan with his presence!"
"All members of the Spirit Clan, assemble with me, to pay respects to Heavenly King Hao Tian!"
"Great Dream Clan, follow me, and let us greet Heavenly King Hao Tian!"
"Qingqiu Clan, heed our call, greet Heavenly King Hao Tian!!"
Across diverse clan territories, as Li Hao's projections descended, legions of people devoutly knelt in reverence.