"Join...join us?"

Upon hearing the white-haired man's words, Jin Yao was also stunned in place.

Did she really hear it right?

She initially intended to persuade the Celestial Secret Race to join them, but the hope was too dim. Moreover, after everything they had helped with, she was embarrassed to bring it up.

But now, the other party is proactively saying...they wish to join?

Isn't it said...that the Celestial Secret Race has never depended on any power and will never do so?

Consulting all ancient texts about the Celestial Secret Race, one finds a common point: The Celestial Secret Race has been self-sufficient from the ancient past and has never depended on any power.

Furthermore, when Jin Yao was perusing ancient texts, she came across a legendary event.

Once, a tremendously powerful force among All Heavens and Myriad Realms expended great effort and paid a hefty price to win over the Celestial Secret Race.

But ultimately, that powerful force didn't even meet the members of the Celestial Secret Race.

Because although the Celestial Secret Race's power isn't strong, finding them is as arduous as reaching the blue skies. As long as they don't wish to be found, it's absolutely impossible to find them.

Thus, the fact Jin Yao could smoothly find their race meant the Celestial Secret Race wanted her to find them from the beginning.

...

"Senior, is this really true?"

"I've heard some rumors about your race."

Before Jin Yao finished her words, the white-haired man interrupted, saying, "That was in the past; it's different now."

After speaking, the white-haired man stood up, folded his hands in a gesture of respect, and said, "My name is Tian You, and I am currently serving as the Clan Leader of the Celestial Secret Race."

"I sincerely speak on behalf of the Celestial Secret Race."

"If you do not mind, my Celestial Secret Race is willing to join you and serve you."

After saying this, the white-haired man placed his right hand on his chest and bowed deeply towards Jin Yao.

At this moment, the woman in the green dress standing guard at the door was also profoundly shocked upon seeing the Clan Leader bowing to Jin Yao, as it was her first time seeing the Clan Leader present himself in such a manner.

She knew that from today onwards, the destiny of the Celestial Secret Race would be rewritten.

...

Upon hearing the words, Jin Yao was stunned for a second, then folded her hands in respect, bowing to Tian You, and said seriously, "I accept you on behalf of my master."

"My master does not concern himself with worldly affairs, but I believe he will be delighted to see you join."

"From now on, as long as we are alive, we will ensure your race's peace and safety."

Jin Yao knew this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, so she took the liberty to accept the Celestial Secret Race on behalf of her master, believing he would not blame her.

...

Upon hearing Jin Yao's words, Tian You was momentarily startled, his foggy eyes flashing with unprecedented brilliance.

At this moment, he felt a sour tingling in his nose, a sudden urge to cry—but he couldn't, for at this moment, he represented the Celestial Secret Race as their Clan Leader, unable to lose decorum nor forsake the dignity of the Celestial Secret Race.

Though he was brimming with excitement at this moment.

The burden in his heart finally found release.

Because he carries the instructions of ancestors past, a heavy responsibility, and thus at this moment, he felt relieved, knowing he hadn't failed his predecessors' expectations.

...

Countless words condensed into two.

"Thank you."

Tian You bowed deeply with a hoarse voice.

Seeing this, Jin Yao hurriedly said, "Clan Leader, there's no need for such formalities, from now on, we are all family, your matters are our matters."

"At this moment, on behalf of my master, I extend to you our welcome."

Jin Yao's meticulous nature surpassed even that of her elder brothers; she knew precisely the significance of winning over the Celestial Secret Race, hence now, she must display genuine sincerity for the Celestial Secret Race to feel that they are truly accepted.

...

At this moment, a major cause and effect of the Ten Thousand Realms changed through their simple dialogue.

Jin Yao herself didn't realize that she was unwittingly bearing the most crucial link in this cause and effect, nor knew...what repercussions this act might bring to the Ten Thousand Realms.

...

With their stance confirmed and the Celestial Secret Race accepted, the solemn atmosphere finally eased.

"Miss Jin Yao, if you're not busy, would you like to stay here for a few days?"

"Though you are a Quasi-Domain Master, indeed this small place is a bit of an inconvenience."

"Though it appears ordinary, this is the largest 'Dragon Vein' in the Ancient Wilderness Immortal Realm, considered a token from my Celestial Secret Race to you."

Upon hearing this, Jin Yao smiled and said, "Clan Leader, you honor me too much, I'm merely a minor figure, living anywhere is the same."

"Thank you for the Clan Leader's gift."

...

After saying this, Tian You continued: "Let Miss Huan come inside for a few days too, don't keep her waiting outside."

"I know Domain Master Jin Yao is concerned about Miss Huan; actually...Miss Huan is someone worth trusting, and we have prepared a gift for her too."

Upon hearing these words, Jin Yao was markedly surprised.

No wonder it's the Celestial Secret Race; they can foresee everything.

"I've already sent people to invite Miss Huan, but couldn't bring her in, so we need to trouble Domain Master Jin Yao to go personally."

"The rules of this place are peculiar, one day here equals a year outside, Miss Huan has been waiting for several months already."

Hearing these words, Jin Yao was momentarily stunned, then said: "Alright, I'll go bring her inside."

...

Soon, Jin Yao left the cave and saw Illusion waiting quietly on a small boat.

"Master."

Upon seeing Jin Yao emerge, Illusion sighed in relief: "Master, did they cause you any trouble?"

"Not at all."

"How long have you been waiting?"

Jin Yao asked.

"Three months, perhaps."

Illusion replied.

Indeed, just as Tian You mentioned, the flow of time inside is different from outside.

"Follow me."

"Alright."

Illusion asked no further, jumping off the small boat and followed Jin Yao back into the cave.

...

An hour later.

"Domain Master Jin Yao, this place is...the largest Dragon Vein in the Ancient Wilderness Immortal Realm."

Tian You stood upon a cliff, pointing to the Dragon Vein below, speaking to Jin Yao who was beside him.

Jin Yao gazed at the Dragon Vein below, her beautiful eyes brimming with delight.

Beneath the cliff was a series of connected Dragon Veins, where dense Power of Immortal Charm formed numerous illusory Spiritual Qi dragons winding upon the Dragon Vein.

Top-Grade Immortal Spirit Stone, various top-tier ores, numerous Spirit Medicine Great Medicine, and other Heavenly and Earthly Treasures.

The Dragon Vein essentially is a kind of top-grade Spirit Vein, containing all kinds of Spirit Stones, Great Medicine, Heavenly and Earthly Treasures, etc.

This level of Dragon Vein was the first Jin Yao had ever seen.

"We can't use the resources here."

"But for you, it might prove helpful."

"Hope Domain Master Jin Yao won't dislike them."

Tian You softly said.

Jin Yao looked at these top-tier resources, deeply shook by them.

These resources, if transported back to the Great Woe Immortal Realm, could help elder brother and third brother resolve the resource issues, because...if they are to attack the Ancient Wilderness Immortal Realm, they must train soldiers, which requires a vast resource support.

"Thank you, Celestial Race Leader."

Jin Yao replied.

Upon hearing this, Tian You thought of something, then clasped his hands towards Jin Yao and said, "Domain Master Jin Yao, there is something...I'm not sure if I should mention."

...

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