Our eldest brother never hides good things from us.

"Who dares to act so recklessly in my Taotie royal family!"

Lin Wanli and the five hundred elders instinctively stood up, glaring angrily.

But as they watched, their expressions changed from fury to astonishment...

That enormous creature at the entrance looks exactly like them. Is it also a member of the Taotie clan?

And he's just a noob at the peak of the Void Refinement stage?

and many more!

The genetic makeup of this clan member is only eighteen years old?

An eighteen-year-old at the peak of the Void Refinement stage?

Realizing this, people froze in place, forgetting even to block the saliva flying towards them.

When did their Taotie clan have an eighteen-year-old junior at the peak of the Void Refinement stage?

If you're not the clan leader, why wait until the very last moment to use this trump card?

People all looked at Lin Wanli, wondering what was going on.

"You are... Yuan'er!"

Although he didn't know what the beast looked like, Lin Yuan's bloodline was the same as his, so there was no doubt about it.

The eighteen-year-old Taotie at the peak of the Void Refinement stage before him is very likely the same Lin Yuan that he personally gave to Fairy Biyou twelve years ago!

Upon realizing this, he instantly became excited.

The beast did not answer, but instead strode into the main hall.

Under the watchful eyes of five hundred elders, as well as Lin Xiu and Lin Zhan, he slowly walked towards the throne.

As he walked, a hint of human smugness surfaced in his deep-set eyes, as large as iron pots. And he thought he had concealed it very well.

"Yuan'er...it really is you! Hahahaha! It really is you!"

Lin Wanli finally confirmed Lin Yuan's identity, took a step across a hundred feet and arrived in front of Lin Yuan. He slapped Lin Yuan's huge head, making Lin Yuan dizzy and looking very disheveled.

Lin Yuan...

He had originally asked Lin Baoding to conceal his presence beforehand so he could make a good impression on the family, but now things have gone wrong.

These were Lin Yuan's last thoughts before he collapsed...

next moment.

Lin Yuan's massive body transformed into human form, revealing his true appearance, and he collapsed unconscious on the ground...

Lin Wanli was dumbfounded and seemed somewhat at a loss.

The incident happened so suddenly, and I was so excited to see Lin Yuan that I lost control of my strength. I didn't expect to knock Lin Yuan unconscious.

"Are you alright, Yuan'er?"

Lin Wanli quickly lifted Lin Yuan's head and pulled out his tongue to examine it carefully.

This scene stunned everyone present.

No, what just happened?

"Whose child is this? Didn't anyone teach him not to disturb the clan's meetings?"

"Disrupting the meeting is one thing, but getting me covered in your saliva is... unacceptable!"

"You shut the hell up! Didn't you see the clan leader call him Yuan'er?"

"Yuan'er?"

"Which Yuan'er? Does our clan have a junior named Yuan? How come I don't know him?"

"Have you forgotten what the name of the child the clan chief lost twelve years ago was?"

"Hiss... the clan chief's son? Holy crap! It really is!"

With their cultivation levels, if they were to carefully sense it, they would have no choice but to detect the Taotie royal bloodline within Lin Yuan. They immediately froze on the spot, their eyes wide open.

The clan chief's son has returned at this critical juncture? Could it be... that he's from the Taotie clan...?

No, no, no... I dare not think about it. Hehehe, I dare not think about it.

Whoosh whoosh—

Before they could speak, seven more figures appeared at the door.

These were the seven people, Chang Wen and his companions.

Having witnessed everything, Chang Wen couldn't help but purse his lips, controlling himself from laughing out loud.

Lin Yuan, that kid, started preparing his entrance three days ago, rehearsing it countless times. He was determined to leave a cool and impressive impression on the clan elders. And now…

This is incredibly embarrassing.

Their arrival was quickly noticed by Lin Wanli and the others, who became vigilant and looked on guard.

"This fellow Daoist looks very familiar, I wonder..."

Lin Wanli's gaze fell on Lin Baoding. He stood up, clasped his hands in a salute, and tentatively inquired.

All five hundred elders of the Taotie clan looked at the seven people.

"Lin Baoding, the sect leader of the Northern Wilderness Vast Plains."

Lin Baoding returned the greeting with clasped hands, "I originally intended to inform the nobles in advance, but Lin Yuan insisted on giving you a surprise, so I came in a hurry. Please forgive me if I have been too abrupt."

"So it's Fellow Daoist Lin."

Lin Wanli suddenly realized, "Years ago, I remember meeting you once in the Imperial Continent. At that time, you even gave me the three dragon demon cores. I haven't had a chance to thank you yet, but now that I have the opportunity, if you don't mind, you can stay at my clan's place, so I can do my best to be a good host."

"Old stories, not worth mentioning."

Lin Baoding skipped over the details and went straight to the point, "I have come here today to discuss important matters with you, fellow Daoist."

"Fellow Daoist, please speak freely. Considering that you have taken care of Yuan'er for twelve years, if I, Lin Wanli, can do it, I will certainly not refuse."

Lin Wanli's attitude surprised Lin Baoding.

But he didn't hesitate and told him everything that had happened in the Northern Wilderness.

Silence fell over the room.

"Clan leader, the Haoran Immortal Sect has taken care of our young clan leader for twelve years and nurtured him to his current level. Their kindness is truly profound. We should help them out."

"That's right. Our young clan leader owes his success to the Haoran Immortal Sect. Now that the Haoran Immortal Sect is in trouble, it is only right that we do our part."

"..."

The elders gradually expressed their opinions, and almost all of them agreed to help.

Lin Yuan possesses the Myriad Transformations Physique, a rare trait among the Taotie Clan, and they place high hopes on him.

Twelve years ago, Lin Wanli said he was sending Lin Yuan to further his studies, but unexpectedly he sent him to the Haoran Immortal Sect.

Now that Lin Yuan is not only unharmed, but has also reached the peak of the Void Refinement Realm, they naturally owe the Haoran Immortal Sect a huge favor.

"I thought the Taotie clan was pretty fierce, but I didn't expect them to be so easygoing."

Chang Wen's goodwill towards the Taotie tribe increased considerably.

The same was true for Chen Changsheng and the other three. Su Xiaoman, in particular, looked at Lin Wanli and the others with newfound respect.

I never expected that these old men who look ugly would have such kind hearts.

After considering it carefully, Lin Wanli looked at Lin Baoding and asked, "I wonder if there's a time limit for your trip?"

"To be honest, we only have six months."

Lin Baoding sighed and continued, "If we don't return within six months, the Northern Wilderness will probably become a living hell."

Lin Wanli nodded, "There's still plenty of time. Fellow Daoist Lin, I'm a straightforward person, so I'll just say what I have to say."

"Your Haoran Immortal Sect has raised Yuan'er for twelve years and nurtured him to this point. On behalf of the Taotie Clan Chief and all members of the Taotie Clan, I would like to express my gratitude to you."

"You're too kind, fellow Daoist."

Lin Baoding clasped his hands in a fist and said, "But to be honest, Lin Yuan's growth to this point is not due to my efforts, but rather to my nephew Chang Wen who raised him single-handedly. If you want to thank someone, thank him."

After he finished speaking, everyone looked at Chang Wen.

When Lin Baoding described the situation in the Northern Wilderness, he also mentioned the fact that he was a demon incarnate.

"Young friend, there's no need to be nervous."

Lin Wanli spoke first, "Our Taotie clan teaches without discrimination, regardless of whether you are human or demon. Since you raised Yuan'er, you are the benefactor of our Taotie clan. After we settle down... I will personally visit you to express my gratitude."

"Uncle, you're too kind. Lin Yuan is my junior brother, so it's only right that I take care of him."

Chang Wen clasped his hands in greeting.

"A favor is a favor; there's no need to refuse."

Lin Wanli raised his hand, "Our Taotie clan is inherently more greedy than others. As a direct descendant of our clan, Lin Yuan must need a massive amount of resources to grow to this level. I am aware of that. However, this is not the time for idle talk. Let me discuss this matter with your uncle first."

Chang Wen nodded.

Lin Wanli nodded in response, then looked at Lin Baoding and said solemnly, "Fellow Daoist, our clan can devote all its strength to supporting the Northern Wilderness. However, before going to the Northern Wilderness... our clan has an important matter to resolve. It may take some time."