A majestic flying boat rises from the ancient land of the phoenix, soaring into the sky above vast mountains and rivers.

With dazzling radiance and intricate runes enveloping its colossal body, the boat appears guarded by ancient formations.

While not comparable to the Leaf family's extraordinary flying vessels, it holds its own.

Following the flying boat is a phoenix silhouette, wings outstretched, ominous cries echoing, terrifying beyond measure.

The Phoenix Ancient Country and the Leaf Family coexist in the Tianxuan Dao Realm, not far apart.

They can naturally reach their destination in less than three days.

At the bow of the boat stands the Phoenix Country's sovereign, overseeing with pride, exuding grandeur as they survey the mountains and rivers.

If successful, this journey would elevate the Phoenix Ancient Country to the heights of the Leaf Family.

The assistance from the Phoenix Ancient Country is undoubtedly significant.

Behind the sovereign, a woman slowly appears.

With flawless skin, crimson lips, sparkling white teeth, and a figure resembling fine jade—she exudes a noble aura, like a proud phoenix, never lowering her head in humility.

This woman is the eldest princess of the Phoenix Ancient Country, Huang Ruoxi. Rumors suggest she possesses true phoenix blood, a pure lineage flowing within her.

At sixteen, she has attained the cultivation realm of Divine Powers, a rarity among rarities, though still not comparable to the Leaf Family's exceptional talents.

If ordinary talents are on the first tier and top-tier talents on the second, extraordinary beings like Huang Ruoxi belong to the third.

The Leaf Family's prodigies, standing on the supreme tenth tier, surpass even these.

As for Ye Tian, well, he's in a league of his own, standing in the stratosphere.

"Father, have you truly decided?" Trembling, Huang Ruoxi asks, her lips slightly parted, her breath delicate and shaky.

She understands the fate of women born into prestigious families; even with exceptional talents, they can't escape the fate of becoming bargaining chips in political marriages.

However, she didn't expect this day to come so soon, making it somewhat hard for her to accept.

"Daughter, as the eldest princess of the Phoenix Ancient Country, you know that sacrifices are necessary for the country's sake."

"In the face of national interests, personal gains pale in comparison."

"If the Leaf Family agrees to this union, it will be a tremendous boon for our Phoenix Ancient Country."

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"I hope you can understand your father's intentions."

The Phoenix sovereign appears sorrowful, tears seemingly welling up in his eyes.

But Huang Ruoxi understands; it's all an act.

In her father's eyes, no one is truly significant for the Phoenix Ancient Country.

"Very well!"

"Then, daughter will go and prepare herself."

Huang Ruoxi leaves the deck in a daze, her bright eyes like crystal gems losing their luster.

She never expected to be a puppet manipulated by fate, and yet, here she is.

But she understands she has no right to resist.

At the main hall of the Leaf Family's ancestral residence.

Ye Junlin, dressed in white, looks ethereal, with a face like carved jade and eyes sparkling like stars.

Below, elders from the family's main lineage and various major elders from alchemy, crafting, treasure, and secret chambers respectfully bow.

"Greetings, Lord Patriarch!"

"No need for formalities."

Ye Junlin's gaze sweeps over them with a sharp aura, akin to a sword immortal. The people below dare not move.

They didn't expect the Lord Patriarch to return so quickly.

The Blood Sea Forbidden Zone is a realm of peril, housing dark forces and extraterritorial demons.

Could it be that the Lord Patriarch pacified it within less than ten days?

Ye Junlin calmly declares, "Your thoughts are correct. The Blood Sea Forbidden Zone has been pacified by this deity!"

"Henceforth, there is no more Blood Sea Forbidden Zone in this world!"

With this statement, the elders of the Leaf Family are left speechless, finding it hard to believe.

Not because Ye Junlin pacified a realm of life but because he did it in a mere ten days.

Not even half a month!

Is the God Emperor truly this powerful?

Throughout history, the Blood Sea Forbidden Zone has been a perpetual thorn in the side of the Eternal Immortal Realm, with nine major forbidden zones.

Various forces from the Eternal Immortal Realm have attempted to conquer it, all ending in failure.

Among them are immortal sects and immortal forces.

Yet, the Blood Sea Forbidden Zone has persisted throughout eternity.

However, with just a few words, Ye Junlin accomplished what countless immortal forces couldn't achieve, even when united.

"Dare to harm the child of Ye Junlin, and you shall face calamity!"

Following this, Ye Junlin's three and four elders explain Ye Tian's actions during his father's absence.

"What? Learned an extraordinary sword technique at a glance! Casually refined a top-grade pill from earth!"

"Haha, truly worthy of being Ye Junlin's son. Like father, like son!"

"Even if he's just an ordinary physique, so what? My son's insight is unparalleled!"

"My son Ye Tian has the potential to become a God Emperor!"

Ye Junlin is overjoyed, laughing heartily. It's been a while since he felt such happiness.

His son, though possessing average physique and talents, exhibits extraordinary insight.

Other major elders are also thrilled.

The younger generation of the Leaf Family is truly outstanding, surpassing the ceilings set by the various forces in the Eternal Immortal Realm.

At this moment, someone enters the hall and reports, "Reporting to Lord Patriarch, the sovereign of the Phoenix Ancient Country requests an audience!"

"He is accompanied by an extraordinary woman, possibly the eldest princess of the Phoenix Ancient Country, who possesses true phoenix blood."

"Strange, why would the Phoenix Ancient Country come to our Leaf Family?"

"Five Elder, you're too naive. Our God Emperor's son is only ten days old, and they're already bringing their eldest princess for marriage. Think with your knees, why would the Phoenix Ancient Country come to us?"

"Hmm, our God Emperor's son is only ten days old and already arranged for marriage?!"

The major elders discuss and speculate, amused by the Phoenix Ancient Country's schemes.

However, Ye Junlin, in his superior position, seems lost in thought, his eyes flickering, a faint smile playing on his lips.

The major elders believe the God Emperor has seen through the Phoenix Ancient Country's intentions, leading to their amusement.

In reality, Ye Junlin is thinking, "Haha, my son's charm is impressive. He's only ten days old, and someone is already proposing marriage."

With this, it won't be long before he expands the family line.

Then, he turns serious and says, "Cough, quickly invite the Phoenix Country's sovereign to the reception hall. I'll come shortly."