The collapse of the Myriad Beasts Elder's tomb marked the end of the treasure hunt for various factions.
Ye Xuan emerged as the biggest beneficiary, amassing wealth in secret. This fact remained unknown to anyone; had it been revealed to the outside world, even with the system bolstering Ye Xuan and the Immortal Slaying Sword Array protecting him, he would likely have been unable to withstand the onslaught of countless powerful individuals.
The next day.
Within the Imperial Palace of the Galactic Empire.
At this moment, all the ancestors of the Galactic Empire were present, as they had an important decision to make that day, a decision directly concerning Ye Xuan.
"Your Majesty, Alliance Leader Ye has arrived!"
As a subordinate's voice echoed within the Imperial Palace, Ye Xuan entered. This was Ye Xuan's first time visiting the Galactic Imperial Palace.
Magnificent and majestic, every inch of the entire Imperial Palace exuded authority.
A single glance was enough to inspire awe. Now, with all the Galactic Empire's ancestors gathered, they all tensed up upon hearing of Ye Xuan's arrival.
Furthermore, besides the ancestors and Ji Wutian, another person was present in the hall: the third prince of the Galactic Empire, Ji Yulong.
"Heh heh, second brother, long time no see!"
As Ye Xuan approached, Ji Wutian's hearty laughter boomed, "Congratulations, second brother, on reaching the ultimate peak of the fourth-tier Dao Ancestor realm."
"Now that your cultivation has surpassed mine, big brother feels quite ashamed~"
Ever since Ji Wutian learned that his second brother's cultivation had surged to the ultimate peak of the fourth-tier Dao Ancestor realm, he had been stunned, thinking he was hallucinating. Honestly, even now, he hadn't fully processed it.
"Just a stroke of luck."
Ye Xuan's calm voice resonated, but it greatly astonished the Galactic Empire's ancestors. "My heavens, luck? Just a stroke of luck??"
"Damn it, we wish we could have such luck, for example... to miraculously break through to the Immortal realm??"
They understood, of course, that there was no such thing as mere luck in this world.
"May I ask, big brother, what is the matter you summoned me for?"
Seeing all the Galactic Empire's ancestors gathered, Ye Xuan asked with a hint of suspicion.
"Heh heh, no rush for that."
Ji Wutian did not answer directly but smiled slightly, then his gaze fell upon Ji Yulong. "Yulong, I have served as the Emperor of the Galactic Empire for quite some time."
"Now that you have reached the fourth-tier Venerable realm, I intend to pass the position of Emperor to you once you reach the fifth-tier Venerable realm."
Boom~!!
Upon hearing this, Ji Yulong's mind reeled. His young face paled, and he was overwhelmed with emotion, "Father, you... you are!?"
"Father is at the peak of his power, and Yulong is still young, lacking experience and qualifications. I fear it will be difficult to gain the support of the people then..."
Before Ji Yulong could finish speaking, Ji Wutian raised his hand to interrupt him.
"It is decided."
Without waiting for Ji Yulong to speak further, Ji Wutian continued, "During this period, I will have you handle some of the state affairs. I estimate you will take over within a year at most."
Ji Yulong, ".........."
"Father, I..."
"Enough."
Ji Wutian looked at his son, then rolled his eyes at him. "Don't think I don't know you have quite a few spies in other factions and have won over many forces. Do you really think I'm unaware of these things?"
"You have mastered about seventy to eighty percent of the art of rulership. With a little more experience, you will be able to wield it skillfully."
Ji Yulong's pupils widened upon hearing his father's words, and his face flushed red. "Father, you... you knew??"
"What do you think?"
Ji Wutian glanced at his satisfied third son. Under his leadership, the Galactic Empire would surely flourish, and he could enjoy some leisure. Although the position of Galactic Emperor was high and powerful, it was indeed rather tiring.
After a period of conversation, the future of the Galactic Empire was ultimately decided. Clearly, in the near future, Ji Yulong would become the new Emperor of the Galactic Empire.
"Additionally, there is another matter."
Ji Wutian's gaze then shifted to his second brother, Ye Xuan.
"After I abdicate, I wonder if your Xuan Alliance is still in need of personnel. I would like to join your Xuan Alliance then."
His calm voice resonated, and to Ji Yulong, it was like a bolt of lightning. "What!"
"Father, you... want to join Lord Ye Xuan's Xuan Alliance!!"
This was clearly significant news. Ye Xuan, upon hearing this, was not surprised and smiled faintly. "If big brother has this intention, then of course, there is no problem."
"Then it's settled."
Ji Wutian's expression brightened upon hearing this. He understood that his Galactic Empire was merely a temporary foothold for his second brother.
Compared to the position of Galactic Emperor, he yearned more to become a powerful individual!
If not for the fact that there was no heir to the Galactic Empire in his youth, honestly, he might not have served as the Galactic Emperor for tens of thousands of years.
Now that Ji Yulong was capable of shouldering the responsibilities in all aspects, he naturally would not continue to hold this nominal title of Emperor. He naturally had to pursue his original aspirations.
Honestly, if not for the trivial matters of the empire, perhaps he could have progressed much further by now.
Upon hearing the two settle the matter, Ji Xuanyuan seized the opportunity and chuckled as he addressed Ye Xuan, "Young friend Ye, I wonder if your Xuan Alliance is still short of people. How about counting this old man in?"
Ji Yulong, "!!!"
What in the world?
What did Old Ancestor Xuanyuan mean by that?
Counting Old Ancestor Xuanyuan, did it mean, could it be...
"Heh heh, I heard that the Guiyuan Sect, the Xuan Nü Sect, and the Haotian Gate have all joined the Xuan Alliance. I have discussed it with the other ancestors."
"If Young Friend Ye's Xuan Alliance is willing to accept us, we too would like to join the Xuan Alliance."
Pfft~~
Upon hearing Ji Xuanyuan's words, Ji Yulong almost choked on his own saliva. His eyes were fixed on his ancestor, not moving an inch, clearly astonished by the ancestor's bold suggestion.
Old Ancestor Xuanyuan wanted to bring everyone to join Lord Ye Xuan's Xuan Alliance, and even Father... cough cough~~
At this moment, Ji Yulong was utterly bewildered!
Of course, he did not know that the reason Ji Xuanyuan acted this way was because he understood that only through this path could he break through to the Immortal realm and go even further.
Considering Ye Xuan's progress, he would soon surpass even him. The Immortal realm was merely the beginning of his rise!
"Oh."
Upon hearing Ji Xuanyuan's words, Ye Xuan, though somewhat surprised, was not entirely unexpected. Everything was clearly within reason; after all, the value he had demonstrated was enough for Ji Xuanyuan and his group to act this way.
"If seniors are willing, I and the Xuan Alliance will naturally welcome you."
Ye Xuan smiled faintly. The joining of the Galactic Empire's ancestors to the Xuan Alliance would undoubtedly be a great boost to the Xuan Alliance.
Especially Ji Xuanyuan, who could enter the Immortal realm at any moment. With him, the Xuan Alliance would rise even faster and could even stand on its own!
"Heh heh, in that case, the matter is settled."
Upon hearing this, Ji Xuanyuan immediately addressed the surrounding ancestors. "Everyone, let us pay our respects to young friend Ye. No, our Alliance Leader."
"We pay our respects to the Alliance Leader!!"
Following Ji Xuanyuan's words, Ji Changkong and the others bowed towards Ye Xuan in unison, their voices resounding. Ji Wutian's lips curved into a smile, while Ji Yulong's face was filled with stunned disbelief. "Cough cough, I... my heavens, am I dreaming!?"
"All the ancestors of the empire have... joined Lord Ye Xuan's Xuan Alliance???"