Chapter 1204: 1205: The Choice

Capítulo 1204: Chapter 1205: The Choice

“Surrender, or face death.” Observing Yun Xinhua’s hesitation, Lin Qian spoke calmly, “However, I believe that once you Four Clans learn the truth, you will make the right choice.”

Saying this, a book appeared in Lin Qian’s hand and he tossed it to Yun Xinhua, who stood before him: “Take a good look. After you finish, you will naturally understand.”

Yun Xinhua received the book with a puzzled expression, then opened to the first page and began to read carefully, wanting to understand exactly what it contained.

The content of the book was about certain matters regarding the Netherworld Clan.

For instance, the Netherworld Clan was a massive force, composed of various elements, practicing different Cultivation Techniques, and it would steal the aptitudes of creatures from all realms, turning them to its advantage.

Pillage is the hallmark of the Netherworld Clan.

The book also described dependent races of the Netherworld Clan and gave examples of stolen aptitudes.

Seeing this, Yun Xinhua felt a chill throughout his body, his hands trembling uncontrollably, before he slowly looked up at Lin Qian: “The cultivation techniques of this Netherworld Clan can actually seize aptitudes?”

“In truth, the protection method is quite simple; it involves cultivating a corresponding level of Cultivation Technique.” Looking at Yun Xinhua, Lin Qian spoke slowly, “Now, you probably understand why you’ve been falling behind the Sixth Prince of your generation.”

Yun Xinhua covered his face with his hands, the Yuanwu around him rippling irregularly.

This revelation was a huge blow to him, for it was not that his aptitude was lacking, but rather that it had been stolen.

No wonder the Sixth Prince, who once lagged behind him in cultivation speed and combat power, had been growing stronger with late-blooming potential.

In contrast, he himself had been growing weaker, believing it was due to his limited aptitude, only to realize…

Thinking of this, a terrifying question suddenly arose in Yun Xinhua’s mind.

Among the Four Clans, how many astonishing talents had had their aptitudes stolen by the Four-Eyed Spirit Clan?

Realizing the truth, Yun Xinhua had an epiphany; over the years, their Four Clans had countless geniuses appear seemingly out of nowhere, yet they were consistently suppressed by the younger generation of the Four-Eyed Spirit Clan.

It seemed like a curse; no matter how formidable the young generation of the Four Clans became, they could not surpass the Four-Eyed Spirit Clan, for the latter were always stronger.

The position of the Four-Eyed Spirit Clan within Daojiang Country continued to rise until they ultimately became the royal clan, dominating the Four Clans.

After receiving Lin Qian’s book and reading it, Yun Xinhua finally understood that it was never that the Four Clans had worse aptitudes, but that they were being plundered.

Thinking of this, the Yuanwu Clan moved from initial confusion to extraordinary anger.

The Netherworld Clan was a massive force, and the Four-Eyed Spirit Clan was part of it, counting as the Netherworld Clan.

The greatest enemy of all realms, their past nightmare, was the Netherworld Clan; how could they not know? It was unexpected that the Four-Eyed Spirit Clan, revered as the royal clan within Daojiang Country, was in fact the Netherworld Clan.

Moreover, the Four Clans had always been on the receiving end of their plunder!

After a moment of silence, Yun Xinhua raised his head to look at Lin Qian: “What should we Four Clans do?”

“Submit to my Huaxia Empire and become part of the Empire, serving for ten years on an employment basis. After ten years, if your performance is good, you will officially become citizens of the Empire.” Staring at Yun Xinhua, Lin Qian said solemnly, “If you refuse, I will not hesitate to bury the Four Clans along with the Four-Eyed Spirit Clan with Daojiang Country.”

“This battle you’ve just experienced should make it clear how powerful the Huaxia Empire truly is.”

After Lin Qian finished speaking, he got up and walked towards the door: “Convey my message to the other Four Clans, and await your response.”

“At that time, someone will send you away.”

Having said this, Lin Qian’s figure already vanished from the room, leaving Yun Xinhua, who fell into deep thought.

Wei Ziliang looked at Yun Xinhua, then got up and followed Lin Qian out of the room.

In the room, only Yun Xinhua remained, pondering Lin Qian’s earlier words and processing the information he had recently obtained.

After leaving the room, Wei Ziliang caught up with Lin Qian’s imperial entourage: “Will the Four Clans submit to the Empire? Being subjugated by the Four-Eyed Spirit Clan or the Empire, it’s still submission under someone else’s control, so what’s the difference? I fear they won’t agree, right?”

“Yet, it seems once they join the Huaxia Empire, those people won’t be eager to leave, will they?” Lin Qian smiled as he posed the question in response to Wei Ziliang’s remark.

Thinking of this, Wei Ziliang also chuckled and shook his head, realizing this was exactly the case.

Those forces and races that joined the Huaxia Empire enjoyed life there so much that they became unwilling to leave.

“The Four-Eyed Spirit Clan is part of the Netherworld Clan, and given their actions, the Four Clans have no other choice.” Lin Qian spoke with assurance, “Besides, if the Four Clans truly wish to submit, it wouldn’t be a bad thing.”

Wei Ziliang, walking beside Lin Qian, nodded in agreement. If they were to forcibly conquer Daojiang Country, it would be possible, but it would require a vast expending of resources and effort.

If the Four Clans, upon learning the truth, turned and struck back, it would save a lot of trouble and resources, far better than a forced conquest.

Furthermore, after the Four Clans’ submission, their decline would mean a rise for the Huaxia Empire, strengthening its combat capability, as no force would complain about having too many.

Lin Qian glanced back at the room, smiling lightly: “I believe he won’t disappoint us and will bring back good news.”

Several days later, Lin Qian received the news that Yun Xinhua had already left Qingxuan Star on a specially crafted Cloud Boat by the Huaxia Empire. Before his departure, he had taken a vow against his inner demon, pledging allegiance to the Huaxia Empire.

This declaration of allegiance was not demanded by Lin Qian, but rather Yun Xinhua’s own intention.

The reason was that after visiting Le Yang City, he had been deeply impressed by the lives of everyday people.

As for the captured army, they were not subjected to any harsh treatment, although they were kept under strict surveillance, engaging in various tasks.

Such an empire would not be worse to join, he thought after surrender.

Yun Xinhua’s vow, besides expressing loyalty, was also to reassure Lin Qian.

Just as Yun Xinhua navigated the Cloud Boat quietly into the heart of Daojiang Country, the Sixth Prince, Yang Huanguang, had already returned to the main star of Daojiang Country to meet his brother, the current Great Emperor.

“Wei Ziliang?” Hearing his brother’s words, the current Great Emperor, Yang Huanwen, was stunned for a long time, unable to comprehend, “What is he doing in Beixuan Heaven, is he trying to start a war?”