Chapter 816: A Powerful Inheritance!

Although Ye Yuan's physical body was formidable, defeating Nalan Hong would still require some effort.

Unexpectedly, Nalan Hong directly conceded.

"The sword breaks as the man breaks; no need to continue!" Nalan Hong said with melancholy.

A world-shaking battle that everyone had high hopes for ended in just one exchange, shocking everyone.

Ye Yuan shattered a profound artifact with one punch, leaving no doubt about his strength!

Ye Yuan's inheritance of the young master position was well-deserved!

A martial artist at the Boundless Realm could cross a major realm to defeat the foremost of the Seven Holy Sons—what more was there to question?

"The young master is mighty!"

"The young master is mighty!"

"Long live Young Master Ye Yuan!"

Amid the crowd, fervent shouts gradually erupted, eventually merging into a chorus!

Clearly, Ye Yuan had conquered everyone present with his strength.

If anyone had harbored doubts about Ye Yuan inheriting the young master position before, now everyone firmly supported the Holy Lord's decision.

After all, this was a world where the strong reigned supreme!

Ye Yuan's potential was evident; given time, he would become an existence even more powerful than the Holy Lord.

Only such a strong leader could lead the Red Cloud Holy Land to prosperity.

The decline of the holy land and Tu You's seclusion had gradually caused everyone to lose confidence in the Red Cloud Holy Land, and many began to panic.

This feeling was not unique to the ten great elders; it had spread like a plague in people's hearts.

Their hearts were filled with fear and dread, fearing that one day they might be displaced.

If this fear erupted, it would cause the entire Red Cloud Holy Land to disintegrate.

But after this battle, Ye Yuan gave everyone a shot in the arm!

Everyone saw Ye Yuan's talent; as long as he grew up, the Red Cloud Holy Land would shine again in the White Martial Domain!

Without a doubt, Ye Yuan had won the support of everyone!

At this moment, the ten great elders, who had harbored doubts, also quieted down and tacitly accepted the fact that Ye Yuan had inherited the young master position.

Even Wu Siyuan wisely shut his mouth.

And Shen Qin's excitement was impossible to conceal.

He never imagined that Ye Yuan's strength could reach such a level.

It seemed the Holy Lord's judgment was indeed sharp!

Ye Yuan made a gesture to quiet the crowd. Soon, the entire square fell silent.

"I know everyone has doubts about the Holy Lord's seclusion, but think about it: if the Holy Lord were truly in trouble, who sent us into the Red Cloud Valley? And why would he dare to increase the number of entrants into the Red Cloud Valley? The Holy Lord's condition is far better than you imagine! Don't you realize that the Dao Profound Second Layer is not so easy to break through? After so many years of seclusion, the Holy Lord has already gained some insights, which is why he unhesitatingly chose to go into seclusion! After all, for the holy land, his strength is the standard that determines the holy land's status! Isn't that right?" Ye Yuan spoke eloquently.

"That's right! How could I be so stupid? I didn't even think of that!"

"The Holy Lord has been in seclusion for years for the sake of the holy land, and we doubted him—how wrong of us!"

"Young master, we support you!"

The human heart is a mysterious thing; sometimes it is easily swayed.

What they needed was just psychological comfort.

Under Ye Yuan's deliberate guidance, he first won over a portion of the people, and their discussions quickly infected others.

Of course, this guidance was based on Ye Yuan's formidable strength.

He used his strength to make his words credible, so people chose to believe him.

If he could select such a powerful young master, how could the Holy Lord's condition be poor?

"The Holy Lord's seclusion to break through to the Dao Profound Second Layer has led to neglect in managing the holy land, causing some of you to have unwarranted thoughts! That's why he wanted to select a young master to stabilize morale and oversee affairs! I, Ye Yuan, though unworthy, have been favored by the Holy Lord to take on this great responsibility. I hope you will all give me your full support!"

Ye Yuan's words were reasoned and sounded logical, dispelling the doubts in everyone's hearts.

Cheers erupted from the crowd, with everyone expressing their support for Ye Yuan.

Ye Yuan continued, "Since everyone has chosen to trust me, I will not decline and will take on the position of young master! But let me make this clear: if anyone dares to spread rumors or slander the Holy Lord in the future, I, Ye Yuan, will be the first to show no mercy! I doubt you've seen my methods yet. If anyone wants to test them, feel free to try!"

As he spoke, Ye Yuan's gaze casually swept toward Wu Siyuan, full of warning.

Just then, cries of surprise erupted from the crowd.

A black flood dragon soared into the sky, circling above—it was Heifeng!

At this moment, Heifeng revealed his true form, his body a hundred zhang long, blotting out the sky!

A powerful dragon might covered the entire square, causing palpitations.

"Roar..."

Except for Shen Qin, the Formless Realm elders were all on high alert, thinking a demon beast had invaded the holy land.

A Formless Realm Great Perfection flood dragon was nearly invincible at the same level.

Even all the Formless Realm elders below combined might not be its match.

"Everyone, don't panic. This black flood dragon is my servant. From now on, he will be the guardian beast of the Red Cloud Holy Land!" Ye Yuan announced loudly.

Hearing this, the panic on everyone's faces instantly turned to astonishment!

Was this for real?

A Boundless Realm martial artist had actually taken an eighth-rank demon beast as a servant?

Wu Siyuan, in particular, had an ugly expression. At the same time, he felt a secret relief.

Fortunately, Ye Yuan had won today; if he had lost, the first to die would likely be Wu Siyuan.

With an eighth-rank Great Perfection divine beast descendant as a servant, Ye Yuan could do as he pleased in the Red Cloud Holy Land!

Even Shen Qin, the great elder, was no match for this black flood dragon!

Heifeng's appearance dispelled the last trace of doubt in everyone's minds.

With such a powerful backing, who would dare to question his authority as young master?

"Heifeng, there is a deep pool in front of the holy hall. You will dwell there from now on!" Ye Yuan instructed Heifeng.

"Yes, master!" Heifeng spoke in human tongue.

With that, Heifeng turned into a black streak and plunged into the deep pool before the holy hall.

At this moment, the way everyone looked at Ye Yuan changed once again.

Though the title of young master was grand, Ye Yuan's strength was still too low. In many people's eyes, the one in charge was still the great elder.

But with Heifeng, Ye Yuan himself had the strength to govern the entire holy land!

At this point, Great Elder Shen Qin and the other two holy hall elders suddenly rose and knelt before Ye Yuan, saying, "We implore Young Master Ye to lead the Red Cloud Holy Land and restore its former glory!"

Even the great elder had submitted; what more could others say?

In an instant, everyone, including the ten great elders, knelt down, and the square resounded with thunderous acclamation: "We implore Young Master Ye to lead the Red Cloud Holy Land and restore its former glory!"