Terran Guardian - Chapter 4178

Chapter 4153: Do Not Provoke Him

“I heard the Qin family is giving up two spots to the Seven Profound Dao Sect!”

Within the Yang family, patriarch Yang Dingtian spoke solemnly.

His words caused the expressions of many elders in the Yang family to change drastically.

“The Seven Profound Dao Sect!”

This news was like a thunderbolt to them.

Tens of millions of years ago, no one would have paid any attention to the Seven Profound Dao Sect.

But—

now it’s different.

The Seven Profound Dao Sect had annihilated numerous forces, including the Yaotai Holy Land, and was even rumored to have killed a Great Saint from the Taiyi Immortal Sect.

Their reputation was legendary.

Despite the Heavenly Saint Immortal City having three great immortal clans standing side-by-side, seemingly possessing considerable strength, they were utterly insignificant before the Seven Profound Dao Sect.

Regardless of whether the reclusive supreme being’s information was true or false, the fact that the Seven Profound Dao Sect could not only defeat the allied forces of the Yaotai Holy Land and numerous other immortal powers, but also later suppress the Yinyou Holy Land and wipe out its entire population, was enough to demonstrate their terrifying strength.

The involvement of such a force is definitely not a good thing for the Yang family.

Yang Dingtian said, “That old bastard Qin Hong is quite bold, using two slots to curry favor with the Seven Profound Dao Sect. With that, I’m afraid we’ll have a hard time competing with the Qin family in this Saintly Dao Field opportunity competition.”

“While the Saintly Dao Field opportunity is considerable, it might not be of much concern to a force like the Seven Profound Dao Sect.

I’ve heard that the two Immortal Emperors who have arrived from the Seven

Profound Dao Sect this time aren’t particularly strong. The Qin family wants to rely on the Seven Profound Dao Sect to deal with our Yang family, but as long as we don’t actively provoke the Seven Profound Dao Sect, they might not target us.”

The speaker was the Yang family’s Grand Elder. He paused noticeably before

continuing . “In my opinion, the Yang family members should be prevented from provoking the cultivators of the Seven Profound Dao Sect. They can compete for other opportunities , but the rest should be left to other forces. If they are willing to test the Seven Profound Dao Sect’s strength, that would be ideal. If not, it’s not a big deal!” Many cultivators nodded in agreement. Ultimately, the Seven Profound Dao Sect only sent two Immortal Emperors this time. While the Saintly Daoist Academy offers higher seating and more opportunities to comprehend the Great Dao , sacrificing two high-ranking seats isn’t a major issue. The Yang family can’t afford to offend such a force, so they’ll keep their distance. As for the other forces that secured Yang family slots, that’s none of their business. If they choose to fight the Seven Profound Dao Sect, that’s their problem; if they anger the Seven Profound Dao Sect, it’s none of the Yang family’s concern. In short, if you can’t afford to offend them , then obediently back down. “There’s no need to risk a falling out with the Seven Profound Dao Sect over such a trivial matter. ” “Furthermore—” “If the Qin family wants to befriend the Seven Profound Dao Sect, then our Yang family can do the same. I believe we should prepare a generous gift and go to establish ties with them!” Before the Yang family’s Grand Elder could finish speaking, another cultivator objected. “Absolutely not!” “The Seven Profound Dao Sect is backed by the Jiang family. The outcome of the battle in the Eastern Hua Immortal Realm is still uncertain. If the Jiang family wins, that’s fine. But if the Jiang family loses, the Seven Profound Dao Sect will surely face retribution. If our Yang family were to establish relations with the Seven Profound Dao Sect at this time, the consequences would be unimaginable if the Taiyi Immortal Sect were to settle scores. The Qin family is gambling because their ancestor is undergoing tribulation and wants to find a powerful backer to protect the Qin family. But our Yang family absolutely cannot follow suit. I believe that it’s best not to contend with the Seven Profound Dao Sect; as for the rest, we should refrain from rash actions!” Hearing this, the Yang family’s Grand Elder frowned slightly. Yang Dingtian tapped his fingers lightly, and after a long pause, said, “For now, we must not meddle in the affairs of the Seven Profound Dao Sect. Our Yang family has a long history and cannot afford to take such risks. As I just said, if the Jiang family falls, the Seven Profound Dao Sect will surely be purged. If we get too close to them, we absolutely cannot bear the consequences if the Taiyi Immortal Sect holds us accountable in the future. If the Qin family wants to take a gamble, that’s their business; our Yang family must not take the risk!” “Of course, we cannot get too close to the Seven Profound Dao Sect, but we must also never offend them. Issue an order that none of the Yang family members who have entered the Saintly Dao Field this time are allowed to provoke cultivators from the Seven Profound Dao Sect. Anyone who violates this order will be punished according to the clan rules!” When Yang Dingtian finished speaking, a murderous intent appeared on his face. Don’t be fooled by the Yang family’s long history and deep roots in the Heavenly Saint Immortal City. Yang Dingtian knew very well that the so-called foundation built over many years was utterly insignificant in the face of those top-tier forces. Neither the Seven Profound Dao Sect nor the Taiyi Immortal Sect were forces that the Yang family could afford to offend. The reason the Yang family has been able to survive for so many years is due to their extreme caution. They avoid offending any powerful or influential force. Their enmity with the Qin family stems from a conflict of interests. After all, Tian Sheng Immortal City isn’t very large, and with three major immortal clans vying for power, endless conflict is inevitable. Everyone wants to suppress the other two clans to gain more benefits. Therefore, such struggle is understandable. Seeing Yang Dingtian’s cold expression and knowing he wasn’t joking, the many cultivators also became serious and responded in unison. … Meanwhile, the Gong family adopted the same strategy. Whether it’s the Yang family or the Gong family, the Seven Profound Dao Sect is a behemoth that cannot be provoked. They may be among the top in Tian Sheng Immortal City, but in the entire Star Luo Immortal Domain, they are just average. Offending the Seven Profound Dao Sect would make dealing with the two major immortal clans a piece of cake.

No one dared to be careless about matters concerning their very survival. They could

n’t afford to offend them!

So they’d better stay away!

This was the tacit understanding between the two families.

Let whoever wants to provoke them provoke them; they just wouldn’t.

Time passed day by day.

Soon,

three days flew by.

On this day,

a radiant light suddenly shone in the Heavenly Saint Immortal City, and the phantom of an ancient Dao Palace appeared in the sky. Its terrifying power swept across the heavens and earth, and all the cultivators who sensed this aura became solemn.

“A Saint’s Dao Field!”

Inside the Qin family, Gu Bai looked at the phantom of the Dao Palace in the sky. Its aura was like heavenly might, enough to exist for eternity.

Under the suppression of this level of aura, he felt that he could hardly mobilize his own blood and immortal power.

This scene

did not fill Gu Bai with fear; instead, it filled him with anticipation for entering the Saint’s Dao Field.

After all, the phenomena of the Saint’s Dao Field’s emergence were already so astonishing, indicating that the opportunities within must be immense.

Seeing himself about to enter such a place of opportunity, it would be impossible for Gu Bai to feel no excitement whatsoever.

On the other side,

Gu Daoxuan also gazed at the illusory image of the Dao Palace, his expression solemn.

With the appearance of the Dao Palace’s illusory image, the Sage’s Dao Field was about to open, and the entire Heavenly Saint Immortal City was in an uproar.

“The Sage’s Dao Field has finally opened!”

“I wonder how many cultivators will be able to obtain the Sage’s opportunity this time!”

“It’s a pity we didn’t get a spot; we don’t know when we’ll have the qualification to even take a trip there—”

Many cultivators looked at the illusory image of the Dao Palace, their faces showing shock and undisguised envy.

The Sage’s Dao Field!

This was an irresistible temptation for most cultivators.

If they could glean even a few insights into its mysteries, it would be enough to benefit them for a lifetime.

Unfortunately,

the spots in the Sage’s Dao Field were controlled by the three great immortal clans, and ordinary cultivators were not allowed to even scratch their way to them.

Despite the three great immortal clans bowing before the Seven Profound Dao Sect, to ordinary cultivators, such forces are unshakeable behemoths.

Not only ordinary cultivators, but even many long-lived powers consider the three great immortal clans untouchable. Take the Qin family alone, for

example;

it’s enough to inspire fear. If

Qin Meng, a Seven Tribulation Half-Saint, were to truly intervene, he could easily suppress any ordinary Half-Saint.

Therefore,

naturally, no one dares to snatch anything from the tiger’s mouth.

Of course,

ultimately, it’s because while the opportunities within the Saintly Dao Field exist, they aren’t vast enough, and the truly top-tier long-lived powers disdain vying for them.

Otherwise, it wouldn’t be so easy for the three great immortal clans to seize control of the Saintly Dao Field.