Elder Xuanming chuckled, with a hint of teasing in his tone.
"Zhu Yan, why are you so excited? I just think that since Meng Wan is of your Suzaku clan's bloodline, why not let her marry into my Xuanwu clan?
In this way, our two tribes will become even closer, isn't that wonderful?"
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yan's face instantly turned pale, and anger almost burst out of his eyes.
He has paid so much, how can he just watch the inheritance fall into his hands?
"Xuan Ming, you old scoundrel, forget it! Meng Wan is from my Suzaku clan, how could she marry into your Xuanwu clan?"
Elder Xuanming sneered, with a hint of coercion in his tone.
"Zhu Yan, you must think carefully. Meng Wan is in my hands now. If you don't agree, I will have no choice but to take her back to the Xuanwu Clan and take good care of her."
Zhu Yan gritted his teeth, clenched his fists, and flames surged around him. It was obvious that he was extremely angry.
He stared at Elder Xuanming, his voice filled with suppressed anger.
"Xuan Ming, you old scoundrel, you're being a scoundrel! I've already given you the Xuanwu clan's most precious treasure and the Tianyao Mountain entrance token, and you're still trying to take advantage of it?!"
Elder Xuanming sneered, with a hint of sarcasm in his tone.
"Zhu Yan, what you said is wrong. The Xuanwu clan's sacred object originally belonged to us. You have occupied it for so many years. Now it is returned to its rightful owner. Do you expect me to be grateful to you?
As for the quota for Heavenly Demon Mountain, it's just a small apology from your Suzaku clan for occupying our sacred object for so many years. No matter how you explain it, you're not in the right!"
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yan clenched his fists and the flames around him surged, almost losing control.
However, before he could refute, several powerful men from the surrounding demon tribes spoke up one after another, with a hint of partiality in their tone.
"Clan leader Zhu Yan, Elder Xuanming is right. The Xuanwu clan's sacred object originally belonged to them. You have occupied it for so many years, so it is only right that it be returned now."
An elder of the Qinglong clan spoke calmly, his tone serious.
"Yes, Clan Leader Zhu Yan, your Suzaku Clan has indeed acted a bit overbearingly in recent years. Elder Xuanming is simply taking back what belongs to him, so why are you so excited?"
A strong man from the White Tiger Clan also spoke in agreement, his eyes full of mockery.
Zhu Yan's face turned pale and he was burning with anger.
These old guys have always disliked him, and now that they have found the opportunity, they are determined to take advantage of his misfortune.
He quickly winked at his good friend from the Teng Snake Clan.
After receiving Zhu Yan's call for help, an elder of the Teng Snake Clan spoke up with a hint of dissatisfaction in his tone.
"Elder Xuanming, your Xuanwu clan wants to forcefully marry the little princess of the Suzaku clan. This is illogical, isn't it?
After all, the little girl is the little princess of the Suzaku tribe. How can you make such a hasty decision about her marriage based on a few words from you?"
Upon hearing this, Elder Xuanming's eyes flashed and he explained with a smile.
“You all have misunderstood. This is not a forced marriage, but a sincere request for my clan’s young master.
"Our young master is incredibly gifted and promising, and he and the little princess are a match made in heaven. If they could become a Daoist couple, it would not only benefit both clans, but would also be a truly auspicious occasion!"
After he finished speaking, he turned to look at Meng Wan, his tone somewhat gentle.
"Meng Wan, are you willing to marry into my Xuanwu clan? My clan will treat you like a treasure and will never treat you unfairly."
Meng Wan raised her head, a sly look flashing in her eyes, and whispered, "Elder Xuanming, are you really willing to let me marry into the Xuanwu clan?"
Elder Xuanming nodded quickly, his tone sincere.
"Of course! If you are willing, our young master will come and marry you personally."
Meng Wan smiled slightly, with a hint of innocence in her tone.
"Then... can I meet the young master of the Xuanwu clan? I heard that he is extremely talented and is the leader of the younger generation. If he can come and marry me in person, I will agree to marry into the Xuanwu clan."
Elder Xuanming's eyes flashed with joy upon hearing this, and he said with a smile, "How difficult is that? I'll send a message for him to come over right away!"
"Wait a minute!"
Zhu Yan's voice exploded in the Broken Sand Valley like thunder, instantly interrupting Elder Xuanming's actions.
He took a step forward, flames swirling around him, and looked at Elder Xuanming with a cold gaze, his tone filled with unquestionable anger.
"Old scoundrel Xuan Ming, how can you treat marriage as a joke? Meng Wan is of my Suzaku clan's bloodline, so her marriage is naturally decided by me. How can you arrange it arbitrarily?"
Upon hearing this, Elder Xuanming frowned and sneered.
"Zhu Yan, what do you mean? Miss Meng Wan has already agreed to marry into my Xuanwu clan. Are you going to go back on your word?"
Zhu Yan snorted coldly, his tone icy.
"Meng Wan is still young and naive. How can she easily decide her own lifelong affairs? Her marriage must be decided by me, her father!"
After he finished speaking, he turned to look at Meng Wan, his tone somewhat gentle.
"Meng Wan, are you willing to follow me back to the clan? The clan will compensate you well and will never let you suffer any injustice."
Meng Wan raised her head, a hint of hesitation flashed in her eyes, then she lowered her head and said softly, "Dad, I... I am willing to go back with you."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yan's eyes flashed with joy. Just as he was about to speak, he suddenly heard an elder of the Qinglong clan raise a question with a sneer.
"Clan Leader Zhu Yan, I have a question. If Meng Wan is truly your daughter, why is your last name Zhu and hers Meng? Is there some hidden secret?"
Zhu Yan's face darkened, and he cursed the old man in his heart for meddling in other people's business, but he remained calm and explained in a calm tone.
"You all may not know that Meng Wan was born with congenital deficiencies. The elders of the clan once said that her fate was weak and difficult to raise.
In order to save her life, she took her mother's surname and was raised by her mother.
A few days ago, her mother died unexpectedly and she was so sad that she ran away.
I just learned of her existence, so I hurried over to look for her."
After he finished speaking, the powerful men from the surrounding demon tribes all showed thoughtful expressions.
As soon as Zhu Yan finished speaking, the elder of the Teng Snake Clan stood up, with a tone of persuasion in his voice.
“Elder Xuanming, now that we have clarified the matter and Miss Meng Wan is indeed of the Suzaku clan’s bloodline, why not return her to Clan Leader Zhu Yan?
After all, blood ties are inseparable, and forcibly separating them is always inappropriate."
Upon hearing this, Elder Xuanming frowned, and a hint of displeasure flashed in his eyes.
"Elder Tengshe, that's wrong. Although Miss Meng Wan is of the Suzaku clan, she and our young master met yesterday. They fell in love at first sight and are very compatible.
She volunteered to stay in the Xuanwu tribe, so our tribe will naturally treat her well.
Even though Clan Leader Zhu Yan is her father, he can't forcibly take her away regardless of her wishes, right?"
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yan's face instantly turned pale, and anger almost burst out of his eyes.
"Xuan Ming, old thief, stop talking nonsense here! Meng Wan is still young and simple-minded, how could she be easily deceived by you? She is from my Suzaku clan and must come back with me!"
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