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"Zhang Kuohai Elder Zhang..."
"Rumor has it that Elder Zhang had a past relationship with Serpent Clan Leader, which led to collusion with external enemies. I am fully aware of the details. The past relationship is true, but the collusion is false. Elder Zhang once broke ties with Serpent Clan Leader for the sake of Dragon City, resulting in the tragic downfall of his family. Although this was his personal choice and I do not completely agree with it, his loyalty to Dragon City is evident! Anyone who speaks ill of this matter in the future, causing confusion and slandering Celestial Dragon, will be dealt with accordingly!"
Zhang Kuohai bowed his head gratefully and said with a trembling voice, "Thank you, Dragon Lord, for clearing my name and restoring my honor... However, even though you wish to retain me, I am indeed unsettled in my heart and, being advanced in age, I can no longer continue to serve as Grand Elder. Please allow me to resign from this position."
"Elder Zhang..."
"There is no need for you to continue persuading me, I appreciate your kindness and tolerance, but my decision is final and will not waver. Please forgive me for being stubborn one last time!"
Wang Long sighed, "But... who will preside over Dragon Hidden?"
Zhang Kuohai smiled, "I recommend Elder Mingyi for promotion to Elder Longyin."
Suddenly, Zhang Mingyi popped his head out in surprise and said, "Me?! No way, I'm not cut out to be Grand Elder!"
Wang Long laughed, "But Elder Mingyi, I've heard you've recently broken through the Eight Dragon Veins, and your cultivation has skyrocketed? However, Elder Zhang, regarding Elder Mingyi's temperament..."
Zhang Kuohai replied with a smile, "Dragon Hidden may operate secretly, but there should still be some clarity within; otherwise, it would remain as lifeless as it was during my time, leading people to believe that Dragon Hidden is a dark place."
Wang Long chuckled, "Since the Grand Elder recommends it, Elder Mingyi, you should accept!"
Although Zhang Mingyi was somewhat astonished, he realized that Wang Long, who was now the current Dragon Lord, was not the same new disciple he had once accompanied on missions. He dared not oppose him and could only respond, "Yes!"
"Good! Heads of families, organize your affairs! The four major Elders will manage their respective departments! Dragon Tooth Guard, dispatch guards to secure the four main gates; increase personnel at the entrance of Dragon Mound! The departed Elders will be handled by Elder Liu, who will comfort their families. Other miscellaneous matters will be managed by Dragon Elder!"
In an instant, the entire organization of Dragon City sprang back into action. The long-accumulated authority and strict discipline quickly restored peace and order throughout Dragon City once again.
"Three days later, the ceremony for the new Dragon Head will be held, and the whole world will celebrate!"
Wang Yuanxian also shouted and winked at Wang Long.
Wang Long smiled back, instructed everyone to leave, and sat alone in the center of the Ten Thousand Dragon Hall. Suddenly, he felt an unprecedented sense of fulfillment mixed with emptiness.
This strange feeling of contradiction surfaced in his mind. On one hand, he had fulfilled his father's expectations by successfully resolving the crisis in Dragon City and taking over as the Dragon Head. On the other hand, as he watched everyone gradually leave and all matters being orderly settled, he felt a tinge of loneliness.
A figure suddenly appeared in his mind, dressed in white like snow.
He immediately stood up, gently touched the Black Iron Ring in his hand, and walked towards Jiang Xue's residence.
He lightly knocked on the door, and a familiar yet seemingly long-lost figure appeared before him.
"Come in..." Jiang Xuelu said with a hint of a smile to Wang Long.
The two sat across from each other at the table, momentarily silent.
"Congratulations on becoming the new Dragon Head of Dragon City. I believe you will do very well, just like your father, Old Dragon Head..."
Wang Long smiled: "When you say that, I suddenly feel like we've grown a bit distant."
Jiang Xue hurriedly replied: "No, I truly mean it..."
Seeing her flustered face turn slightly pink made Wang Long chuckle: "I know..." He paused and then asked: "About Zhang Kuohai..."
Jiang Xue's expression darkened as she said softly, "I heard... he is going to resign from his position, and Elder Mingyi has become the new Grand Elder."
"Then you..."
"Me? Do I still hate him, hate my mother? I don't know... Regardless, family is family, isn't it?" Jiang Xue's expression was complex as she looked at Wang Long, seemingly seeking an answer.
"Indeed, family is family..." Wang Long replied firmly, recalling the smile of the Dragon Head leaving.
Jiang Xue fell silent for a moment and then said quietly, "Thank you. You're right... Perhaps I should say goodbye to them."
"Them? You mean..." Wang Long was taken aback.
Jiang Xue chuckled lightly, "You don't know? Both of them have resigned from their positions and I don't know where they are headed..."
"Serpent Clan Leader, she also..."
"Yes! My mother said that her life was troubled by love, but mostly due to her own selfish thoughts, which harmed the entire Serpent Clan and were exploited by treacherous people. She has become a great sinner of the Serpent Clan. The last thing she could do for the Serpent Clan was to resign from her position as leader. On the other hand, Zhang Kuohai said he lived his whole life for Dragon City, even abandoning my mother, the woman he loved most; he married a woman he didn't love for the sake of Dragon City. Although he has no regrets at all, this time he wants to live for himself."
Wang Long remained silent for a long time before suddenly sighing, "But your mother... after all, she killed Elder Zhang's entire family. Can he really let go of such hatred?"
"I don't know either, but... some things may only be understood after a lifetime," Jiang Xue suddenly stood up and took Wang Long's hand, smiling lightly. "Dragon Lord, would you mind spending a little of your precious time with me to say goodbye to them?"
Wang Long laughed and put his arm around Jiang Xue's shoulders, saying loudly, "I wouldn't dare disobey Lady Jiang Xue's orders!"
As they walked along the way, whether it was common folk or soldiers from Dragon Tooth or Dragon Martial Arts patrolling around, all showed respect to Wang Long with bows and expressions of admiration.
Wang Long couldn't help but sigh. A year ago, everyone treated him with a mix of fear and suspicion, only pointing and whispering behind his back. But now, he had become the ruler of the Hundred Thousand Dragon City, the leader of the Eight Divisions of Heavenly Dragons, the Dragon Lord.
As he walked outside the city gate, in a desolate area along a path leading out of the mountains, Wang Long spotted two figures in the distance: the Serpent Clan Leader and Zhang Kuohai.
"Dragon Lord, Jiang Xue... Miss..." Zhang Kuohai respectfully bowed and hesitated to call out to Jiang Xue.
The Serpent Clan Leader smiled appreciatively and said softly, "Jiang Xue, you came to see me off... Thank you for being able to forgive me."
Jiang Xue's face turned pale and then flushed red; she was at a loss for words for a moment.
Wang Long chuckled lightly and said, "Elder Zhang is currently free of worries and has the clan leader by his side; this is indeed a fortunate moment in life."
Zhang Kuohai's face turned red as he waved his hand, saying, "Dragon Lord is joking."
The Serpent Clan Leader naturally responded without any pretense, laughing lightly, "Indeed, some things feel so much lighter once you let them go. I just hope that one day you two can feel the same way!"
Zhang Kuohai smiled and replied, "The person has just become the Dragon Lord, and you are already hoping for them to step down?"
The Serpent Clan Leader laughed and shot a glare at Zhang Kuohai but suddenly turned to face Jiang Xue with a long sigh. "There is something I want to ask of you, but... it's a bit hard to say..."
Jiang Xue remained silent for a moment before quietly asking, "Do you need to do this even with your own daughter?"
The Serpent Clan Leader was overjoyed, her face lighting up with happiness as tears welled up in her eyes. She reached out into thin air and grasped the Heavenly Serpent Staff, gently handing it over.
"This is..." Wang Long was taken aback. The Heavenly Serpent Staff was a symbol of the Serpent Clan Leader's authority, equivalent to the Black Iron Ring of Dragon City. Accepting this Heavenly Serpent Staff meant becoming the successor to the Serpent Clan Leader.
"You, you want me to..." Jiang Xue said, astonished and trembling slightly.
"I know, it's very difficult for you... But with my sudden departure, the Serpent Clan is left without a leader. The left envoy Qu Chi has already passed away, and the right envoy is mediocre and incompetent. I can only place the hope of revitalizing the Serpent Clan in your hands. This can also be considered... the last thing I do to atone for my sins against the Serpent Clan!"
"But I..." Jiang Xue hesitated, not daring to accept.
"Your relationship with the Dragon Head... is quite close. I believe he won't stand by idly, right? Forgive me for being so blunt, but the conflict between Dragon City and the Serpent Clan has already lasted for a thousand years; someone must step forward to stop and resolve it. This conflict is truly a foolish decision. I believe that as long as you two join forces and work together, the dragon and serpent will unite as one, and there will eventually be a day of peace."
"There are many other things I have hidden within the Heavenly Serpent Staff. As long as you drop your blood into it, you will be able to control it. I wish you both good luck, Jiang Xue. I believe you will be a good clan leader..."
Reluctantly, Jiang Xue accepted it, gently grasping the Heavenly Serpent Staff.
At this moment, the Azure Spirit slowly took Zhang Kuohai's hand and turned to leave, continuously waving goodbye to Wang Long and Jiang Xue.
Wang Long also held Jiang Xue's hand, pulling her into his embrace.
The two watched as those two figures gradually became blurred while gently caressing their ancestral heirlooms. The Black Iron Ring and Heavenly Serpent Staff seemed to sense something, emitting a faint glow.
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