Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, the half-month-long grand celebration has come to its final day.

At this moment, the place where the grand ceremony was held was packed with people. Guests from all ethnic groups had gathered here, and everyone was staring intently at the sky directly above.

There, ten graceful, elegant, and beautifully colored phoenixes were performing their final piece, a classic of the phoenix clan: Phoenix Dance in the Nine Heavens.

Ten beautiful phoenixes danced gracefully, their movements both elegant and noble. Their beautiful tail feathers streaked across the sky like dazzling shooting stars as they flew and moved.

The scene was so dreamlike that the audience below were completely captivated, and they couldn't help but exclaim, "So beautiful!"

Yes, it's beautiful; you could even say it's a top-tier visual treat.

After all, the phoenix's dance across the heavens is not something everyone can witness.

For a long while, even after the ten phoenixes finished their dance and left, the crowd below was still savoring the moment and couldn't come back to their senses.

It wasn't until Lu Li stood on the high platform again and spread his divine sense pressure that the people below realized that the Feather Clan Grand Ceremony had truly ended.

Recalling the delicious food and drinks the Phoenix Clan had provided during this time, as well as the rich spiritual energy surrounding them.

Those with established power bases are alright; they all maintain a calm demeanor, making it impossible to discern their emotions.

Those without any real background were already showing expressions of reluctance to leave, and even couldn't help but feel a sense of longing, wishing they could stay with the Phoenix Clan any longer.

Unfortunately, hopes are just hopes and will never become reality.

Some of them couldn't control themselves and developed covetous thoughts, but after seeing Lu Li's cultivation level and the strength of the surrounding Feather Clan, they backed down.

After all, compared to the powerful Feathered Clan, they were insignificant and lacked the strength to guarantee that they could seize everything.

Therefore, no matter how unwilling and reluctant they were, they had to suppress their restless hearts and become meek and obedient, for fear of accidentally offending the Feather Clan.

Suddenly, in the otherwise silent crowd, someone muttered, "Phoenix fruit."

Instantly, everyone remembered the promise the Phoenix Clan had made earlier.

Most of them came specifically for the Phoenix Fruit.

Thinking of this, everyone's gaze unconsciously fell on Lu Li on the high platform, wanting to see what he would say.

They knew that the Feather Clan had changed its leadership, but the Phoenix Fruit was far too precious for them; they really wanted it.

Lu Li wasn't oblivious to the intense gazes from below, and naturally, he sensed them as well.

Without saying much, he clapped his hands, and a group of phoenixes carrying trays walked out from both sides.

The tray is made of a special material that can block divine sense and prying eyes, and also prevent the aura of the contents from leaking out. Apart from those in the know, no one else has been able to tell what's inside.

It wasn't until the phoenixes walked up to the leaders of their respective tribes and handed them the trays, one for each tribe, that everyone's minds began to stir.

Some of the clever ones, after a quick glance around, had already guessed what was inside. Their expressions were slightly excited, but they still managed to keep their hearts from pounding and did not lift the tray.

Finally, seeing that everyone was still hesitant, Shuye was the first to lift the tray.

Instantly, all eyes turned to this spot, until they saw a crystal-clear phoenix fruit on the tray, shrouded in spiritual energy, and everyone gasped.

Without needing to be urged, they all began to examine the trays in front of them.

Once it was confirmed that the fruit inside was indeed a Phoenix Fruit, and the Phoenix Clan had indeed kept their promise, everyone present was excited. They couldn't stop exchanging pleasantries, repeating them over and over again.

It was only when Lu Li raised his hand that everyone quieted down, but their gazes remained intense.

Fortunately, Lu Li had seen it all before. Despite everyone's stares, he remained calm and stated directly that within the Phoenix Clan's territory, he could guarantee that the Phoenix Fruits in everyone's hands would not be stolen.

However, once outside the Phoenix Clan's territory, whether he could protect the Phoenix Fruit from being stolen was not something he could guarantee. He could only ensure that the Feather Clan would not attack them.

This promise made everyone, who were already excited about receiving the Phoenix Fruit, even happier. Words of thanks and praise poured in and out, and it took quite a while for them to stop.

After all, this place has plenty of the Feathered Clan these days. As long as the Feathered Clan can ensure they won't try to steal the Phoenix Fruit, they can put their minds at ease.

As for the remaining half, they need to be wary of other visitors, especially the divine beast race, the powerful spirit beast race, and several top human forces.

Fortunately, they were not unprepared. Ever since they learned that the return gift for the Feather Clan's ten-thousand-year celebration might be Phoenix Fruit.

Many mid-level races have already formed alliances with familiar racial forces and made considerable preparations for this. As long as nothing unexpected happens, they should be able to bring the Phoenix Fruit back safely.

Of course, there were indeed some who were not confident enough and dared not bring the Phoenix Fruit back to their clan's territory.

They have corresponding measures in place to deal with this, and made arrangements as soon as they received the news.

That means finding a powerful force with the ability to exchange the Phoenix Fruit for resources needed by one's own people.

Among them, the most popular choice for races is to entrust the auction to the first auction house in the Great Vault Realm, namely the Cloud Auction House, which requires the race to come and collect the goods.

Although this transaction method requires giving up 10% of the auction house's profits, at least the Phoenix Fruit is safe, and there's no need to worry about losing manpower on our side. So, it's not a loss either way.

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