The one who spoke was Elder Yang Ku of the Azure Clan.
Yang Ku was ranked second among all the clan elders and held a high position.
Even though the old Clan Leader had been replaced, the Azure Clan still held an important position in the Yang Clan.
Rather than saying that the Lin Clan was a subordinate force of the Yang Clan, it was more appropriate to say that the Lin Clan was a subordinate force of the Azure Clan.
In the past, when the Azure Clan ordered the Lin Clan to do something, the Lin Clan would do it without any hesitation. However, when the Black Tortoise Clan ordered the Lin Clan to do something, they would act as if they didn't hear it.
Anyone would understand why such a difference in treatment was so obvious.
Now that the Black Tortoise Clan's momentum had increased, the Azure Clan naturally didn't want to return to the situation of being suppressed by the Black Tortoise Clan eight hundred years ago. They still had to find a way to salvage the situation.
Yang Wu extorting the Lin Clan was the best reason to attack the Black Tortoise Clan.
Another Azure Clan Elder spoke up, "That's right, I also suggest that we discuss why Yang Wu extorted the Lin Clan. Also, I heard that many people in the clan have already acknowledged his identity as the 'Young Clan Leader'. How come this Elder didn't know about this?"
Immediately after, a few elders from the Azure Sky Clan also agreed, and the atmosphere became a little strange.
Yang Wu stood indifferently in the middle of the field, as if what they were talking about was not his business.
After all these years of experience, Yang Wu had become more mature. He knew when to speak and when not to.
Clan Leader Yang Jinghai said faintly, "Since you want to discuss the Lin Clan, then this Clan Leader will ask on your behalf." After a pause, he asked Yang Wu, "Yang Wu, do you have anything to say about the Lin Clan?"
"Can I not say it?" Yang Wu asked back.
"The Clan Elders are dissatisfied, and it's not easy for me to be the Clan Leader. Just say it." Yang Jinghai smiled faintly.
"Alright, then I'll say it." Yang Wu responded, then said loudly, "I said that the Lin Clan doesn't put our Yang Clan in their eyes. Elders, do you believe me?"
"Impudent! The Lin Clan has been dependent on our Yang Clan for thousands of years. How could they look down on our Yang Clan? I think you're just looking for an excuse," Yang Ku immediately reprimanded Yang Wu.
Another elder said, "That's right, the Lin Clan and our Yang Clan are interdependent. All these years, they have been paying tribute to our Yang Clan. They are very clear about their position."
A few other elders also spoke up for Lin Bang. It seemed that no one understood Lin Bang's loyalty better than them.
"So the Lin Clan is so loyal to our Yang Clan." Yang Wu sighed, then continued loudly, "Since they're so loyal, why did the son of Gang Leader Lin flirt with the eldest young miss of the Heng Mountain Sect? After I taught them a lesson, they even sent people to bully us. I've already told them our identities, but the Lin Clan didn't take us seriously. Could it be because I'm of Sinner's Blood that they don't take me seriously? Or could it be that they don't take the Heng Mountain Sect seriously at all? If something happened to the eldest young miss of the Heng Mountain Sect in our Yang Clan Town, would the Heng Mountain Sect just let it go? Would they take their anger out on the Lin Clan or our Yang Clan? Why don't you all answer for me? "
Yang Wu's rhetorical questions were like a thunderstorm. The elders didn't know how to answer for a moment. "Nonsense.
Lin Wei's son didn't know your identities at first. He found out later, but he was still punished by you. But you've gone from bad to worse. You even killed people on the streets, creating a very bad influence on our Yang Clan Town. You even came to our door to extort money. You're simply looking down on our allies. Wouldn't this make our Yang Clan bear the name of being unjust? "Yang Ku shouted at Yang Wu with narrowed eyes.
Yang Ku's strength was extraordinary. His dignified appearance was enough to frighten anyone below the Dragon Transformation Realm.
Yang Wu was no ordinary person. He ignored Yang Ku's imposing manner and retorted, "Elder, would you be able to tolerate someone flirting with your woman? Would you be able to tolerate someone waving a knife at you? If it weren't for the fact that they were our Yang Clan's allies, I wouldn't have extorted so little. I don't know why the elders are so biased towards the Lin Clan. Could it be that you want to tie me up and send me to the Lin Clan for punishment to satisfy the elders? If that's the case, I, Yang Wu, have nothing to say. "
Before Yang Ku could speak, an elder from the Black Tortoise branch said, "That's right. The Lin Clan's actions are getting worse and worse. On the day of the clan leader's ascension, they only sent a deputy leader, and the congratulatory gifts they sent were not presentable at all. They're already looking down on our Yang Clan. I think Yang Wu is doing well."
"Some things can be tolerated, but some things can't. The Lin Clan's profits are increasing by relying on our Yang Clan, but the tributes they give us are decreasing. I just don't know why the second elder is so biased towards the Lin Clan. Could it be that all the tributes the Lin Clan gave to our Yang Clan are in your hands?" Another Black Tortoise elder said.
"Don't slander me, I've never taken anything from the Lin Clan." Yang Ku anxiously retorted.
"Then why are you criticizing Yang Wu? What did he do wrong?" The elder retorted.
"He's young and impetuous, killing people on the street, blackmailing the Lin Clan, and destroying the alliance between the Lin Clan and our Yang Clan. Once the Lin Clan leaves our Yang Clan, we'll be cutting off our own arm, and it'll cause a chain reaction. If other forces also leave our Yang Clan, then our Yang Clan's reputation will plummet, and we'll definitely be swallowed up by other Battle Clans. Everyone, think about it, what I'm saying is just for show." Yang Ku argued.
"The second elder is right, I think it's better to have Yang Wu return the extorted items and apologize to the Lin Clan. Obtaining their forgiveness is the right thing to do."
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For a time, the elders were arguing non-stop. The Azure Heaven branch wanted to force Yang Wu to compromise with the Lin Clan, while the Black Tortoise branch supported Yang Wu. There were a few elders who didn't say anything.
Yang Wu simply closed his eyes, looking as though it had nothing to do with him.
After a while, Yang Jinghai said loudly, "Are you guys done arguing?"
In an instant, everyone quieted down.
"You're all done discussing. I declare that Yang Wu did nothing wrong. If the Lin Clan refuses to accept this, then they'll be removed from the Yang Clan City!" Yang Jinghai displayed the boldness of a clan leader as he shouted. Then he continued, "For this trip to the God of War Pagoda, I declare that Yang Wu will be the leader. Everyone else must listen to Yang Wu's orders."
When the young people sitting behind the elders heard this, their faces were filled with dissatisfaction.
Many elders objected again, saying that Yang Wu was still inexperienced and wasn't qualified to take on such a big responsibility. Some also mentioned that Yang Wu was once a Sinner's Blood and wasn't suitable for the position of leader.
In the end, Yang Wu took the initiative to resign. "Clan Leader, I'm determined not to be the leader. If you insist on letting me be the leader, then I won't participate in this trip to the God of War Pagoda."
Yang Wu wasn't a fool. The God of War Pagoda was the sacred cultivation ground of the Battle Tribe. Every spot was incomparably precious. Yang Wu only had five spots left, which was even more difficult to obtain. He had already taken one spot. If he snatched the position of leader, he would be hated by others. He definitely couldn't accept the position of leader.
"Alright, then let Tixiao be the leader." Yang Jinghai knew that Yang Wu was stubborn and didn't force Yang Wu.
At that moment, Yang Ku jumped out again and asked, "Clan Leader, have you already internally decided that Yang Wu will be the young clan leader?"
Yang Jinghai didn't deny it and nodded lightly to indicate his admission.
When everyone present saw this scene, they all revealed complicated expressions. Clearly, they weren't willing to accept this fact.
Yang Wu was only at the Heavenly Fish Realm and came from the Sin's Bloodline. What did he have to be the young clan leader?
As expected, the clan leaders led by Yang Ku all objected. The reason was that Yang Wu was still inexperienced. It was unfair to the other juniors to let him be the young clan leader. Moreover, the new clan leader had just ascended to the throne and wasn't in a hurry to decide on the young clan leader.
Seeing that most of the clan elders were objecting, Yang Jinghai said softly, "This was decided by Great-grandmother and Old Ancestor Taihe. If you have any objections, go and tell them."
In an instant, everyone shut their mouths.
Great-grandmother and Yang Taihe were both Ancestor-level figures. In their eyes, they were the stabilizing force of the Yang Clan. Who would dare to ask them for clarification?
This matter was put to rest just like that.
Yang Jinghai called out a few young people. They were the candidates to go to the God of War Pagoda with Yang Wu.
Yang Tixiao was appointed as the leader. He was only about 30 years old and looked very calm. He was already a Small Saint at the Dragon Transformation Realm.
Yang Chenlong was the number one expert of the Black Tortoise Bloodline's younger generation. He was the descendant of a certain Saint Elder and had always been hidden away. He rarely showed himself in the outside world. He was tall and mighty like a sleeping dragon. Once awakened, his aura would be extremely shocking.
Yang Zhiying was a mature beauty from head to toe. She was dressed in fancy clothes and had all kinds of accessories on her head, which made her look even more gorgeous.
Yang Xiaoxue was the youngest among the four of them. She looked harmless, and her large eyes were constantly blinking, which made her look very cute.
Including Yang Wu, the weakest of the five was Yang Wu. Even Yang Xiaoxue, who looked like a young girl, was already at the peak of the Heavenly Fish Realm.
Yang Wu looked at these people and couldn't help but feel that the ancient heritage of these people was indeed extraordinary. Even when Yang Jinghai had been forced by the Xing Clan on the day of his ascension, these people had not been exposed. Their endurance was extraordinary.
Yang Jinghai encouraged these people and gave them a mission. They had to complete it no matter what.
The five of them were not the only ones going to the God of War Pagoda. They would bring along another 20 people. These 20 people were not selected to enter the God of War Pagoda, but they could pass the test and obtain the opportunity to enter the God of War Pagoda to cultivate.
In addition, each of them would bring along some followers. These followers might also have a chance to enter the first level of the God of War Pagoda.
Yang Jinghai instructed them to set off for the God of War Pagoda in the Xuanyuan Clan's territory the next day. They definitely could not miss the opening time.
After Yang Jinghai was done, he asked everyone to leave except for Yang Wu.
At this moment, Yang Wu became the target of public criticism.
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