The Primordial War: The Symbol Emperor

"Alright! Quiet down! The Fire Lotus artifact spirit has been erased now, there's no point in regretting it."

Zhuque interrupted the elders' lamentations; she couldn't reveal that Weichen had done it. If she did, Weichen's future would be bleak, and the Zhuque clan elders would never let him off the hook.

Because of the enmity of obstructing the way, it is a fight to the death.

But they won't actually kill Wei Chen; however, they'll definitely have to treat him to a world-destroying black flame feast.

Seeing that the elders had adopted a proper attitude, Zhuque slowly spoke, "Now, our clan has received the favor of Fellow Daoist Chenhuang, and the entire clan possesses hundreds of innate spiritual treasures. Our foundation is truly formidable, unmatched by any other race in the prehistoric world. How should we develop in the future? I wonder what the elders think?"

After a moment of silence, the Seventh Elder said with a fierce fighting spirit, "Of course, we should unify the South and then conquer the Eight Desolations! Our clan has a noble bloodline and is favored by Heaven and Earth. We should become the number one overlord of the prehistoric world."

"Indeed, our race is born with great fortune, and every member is exceptionally talented and possesses outstanding aptitude. What other race besides ours has the foundation and strength to rule the primordial world?"

"Our race is rightfully meant to govern the primordial world on behalf of Heaven..."

"Besides our race, what other race could manage the primordial world...?"

"Our race is the true protagonist of the primordial world..."

Looking down at the elders below, their fighting spirit was high, and they declared that they would unify the prehistoric world.

Zhuque frowned. There were countless powerful beings in the prehistoric world. Although the Zhuque clan was strong, if they wanted to rule the prehistoric world, it would be no different from courting death.

The waters of the primordial world are too deep, and Wei Chen is a living example. Without Wei Chen's help, even with the strength of the Vermilion Bird clan, ruling the south would have been incredibly difficult.

How many beings like Wei Chen exist in the primordial world? Zhuque believes that although such beings are not numerous, they are definitely not few either; one cannot count them on one hand.

Moreover, there are ferocious beasts. If all the ferocious beasts in the south were combined, even the Vermilion Bird clan would have to avoid their sharp edge.

Not to mention the ferocious beasts of the primordial world!

The Fifth Elder also frowned. There were countless primordial treasures in the world. Even if the entire Vermilion Bird Clan were combined, Wei Chen's wealth probably couldn't compare to it.

To think you can rule the entire world with just one treasure is utterly delusional.

Seeing Zhuque frown, the Fifth Elder guessed what she was thinking. He was greatly pleased! The Clan Chief was indeed wise; our clan will surely prosper!

He immediately spoke up: "Silence..."

The Fifth Elder sternly surveyed the crowd and said, “You are all too naive. Although our clan is strong and fearless of any powerful enemy, the primordial world is vast.”

Seeing that no one objected, the Fifth Elder nodded in satisfaction.

He said, "You all must all know something about Fellow Daoist Chenhuang, right?"

These words were like a bucket of cold water being poured over everyone, extinguishing their arrogant flames.

Wei Chen's extraordinary fortune was something they could only envy and be jealous of; the combined treasures of the Vermilion Bird Clan did not even amount to as many as Wei Chen's.

This shows just how lucky Weichen is!

If his luck hadn't been so strong, Wei Chen would have been struck down by divine punishment long ago, given all those treasures he had acquired.

And how many people like Wei Chen are there? They thought about it and felt ashamed of their boastful words.

Seeing everyone awkwardly laughing to cover up their earlier impulsiveness, the Fifth Elder suddenly roared with rage, "Although there are many powerful beings in the primordial world, our race is absolutely the most outstanding! No other race's powerful beings can shake our dominance..."

"The Fifth Elder is right..."

"Our race is the most powerful being in the primordial world! No other race can rival us..."

"No matter how strong they are, our race will surely burn them to ashes..."

Everyone responded.

Zhuque smiled proudly, feeling proud to have such a clansman.

He revealed his purpose, saying, "My Vermilion Bird clan is blessed by heaven, and I have obtained the highest position in the world. My future achievements are limitless."

He paused for a moment and then said, "However, prosperity must eventually decline. There are countless powerful beings in the primordial world, and no fewer than ten of them have attained the position of Heaven and Earth Sovereign. Therefore, our clan must not be arrogant and complacent, and look down on everyone."

"Please give your orders, Chief! We swear to obey your will to the death..."

Everyone was impressed by Zhuque and admired her cunning and shrewdness.

Over the years, under their leadership, they have gained many benefits in the south and have even forcefully occupied the immortal volcano.

The Phoenix Clan, Azure Luan, Yuanchu, Yuzhuo, and Honghu, along with the Vermilion Bird Clan, subjugated these five clans to the point that they dared not resist.

While their strength played a part, the main reason for this was the wise leadership of Suzaku.

Zhuque nodded in satisfaction. He said, "You all understand the principle of decline after reaching its peak, right?"

"Chieftain, please give your orders..." Everyone's expressions tightened, and they listened attentively and seriously.

"Our race could not possibly have the strength to dominate the primordial world, nor would the Heavenly Dao allow it!" the Vermilion Bird said slowly.

"Therefore, our clan has now reached its zenith and must go into seclusion! Otherwise, a great calamity will surely follow..."

A gasp rippled through the crowd.

"This……"

No one expected that their wise clan leader would propose seclusion.

Now, in this primordial world, demons run rampant and ferocious beasts wreak havoc. This is the perfect time to accumulate merit; how can one choose to remain hidden from the world?

"I have used a supreme treasure to deduce the secrets of heaven, and I must remain hidden from the world! Otherwise, there will surely be a calamity that wipes out our clan..." Zhuque said solemnly.

She felt a wave of fear, but thankfully she obtained a fragment of the Jade Disc of Creation, which allowed her to deduce a sliver of heavenly secrets.

Otherwise, sooner or later, the clan will wither and gradually disappear from the stage of the primordial world.

A gasp rippled through the crowd. How could this have happened?

Aren't they the Vermilion Bird clan, an auspicious clan from the primordial era? Aren't they favored by heaven and earth? How could this be?

Is it really the way of Heaven that seeks balance?

After reaching its peak, it declines?

They were all terrified at that moment!

They never doubted what Suzaku said, because Suzaku would never joke about such a thing.

Ignoring everyone's expressions, Suzaku gave the order directly.

He said, "After this, we must go into seclusion..."

"Clan leader..." The crowd looked at Zhuque in terror, hoping that their wise leader could lead them out of this disaster.

"Don't worry! I have already deduced a glimmer of hope!" Suzaku laughed.

"Though Heaven's way is ruthless, it is ultimately impartial..."

There's always a glimmer of hope...

"The clan leader is wise..." The crowd's fear vanished, and they looked at Suzaku with admiration.

After a moment of contemplation, the Fifth Elder asked, "Why is this happening?"

This is also a question on everyone's mind. They don't understand why the Vermilion Bird Clan has never done anything against the will of Heaven.

Why did this calamity of annihilation befall the entire race?

The Vermilion Bird pondered, sorting through the cause and effect. It said, "Our clan was born powerful, dominating the south since our birth, slaughtering countless ferocious beasts and innate deities. As a major southern clan, we cut off opportunities for others. Therefore, we owe the south a great debt of karma, immeasurable karmic force, which has brought down the calamity of our clan's extermination..."

These were all deduced by her from the fragments of the Jade Disc of Creation.

The ferocious beasts are currently enjoying great fortune, but the Vermilion Bird Clan has been ruthlessly slaughtering them. Countless innate deities, dynasties, races, and alliances that have offended the Vermilion Bird Clan have also been mercilessly exterminated.

These were all people with great fortune, and Heaven values ​​balance, yet the Vermilion Bird Clan slaughtered them all. This naturally incurred a great karmic debt, thus bringing down the calamity of annihilation.

After deducing the cause and effect, Zhuque was also terrified. It wasn't until many years of deduction that she found a glimmer of hope: seclusion.

Otherwise, the entire clan will surely be wiped out.

Zhuque sighed inwardly; Weichen had given her far too much, far too much for her to bear.

She now deeply regrets it; if only she hadn't let Weichen leave, she would have insisted on keeping him here no matter what.

"Clan leader, is this method feasible?" The fifth elder was extremely worried, and his eyes showed undisguised fear.

“It’s feasible! If our clan goes into seclusion, no great calamity will befall us!” said the Vermilion Bird.

Upon hearing this, everyone breathed a long sigh of relief. This was terrifying, utterly frightening!

"Please give your orders, clan leader..." The crowd bowed respectfully to the Vermilion Bird.

At this moment, in their hearts, the Vermilion Bird rose to a higher level, becoming like a god.

Zhuque took out the Southern Flame Banner and handed it to the Fifth Elder, saying, "This banner is bestowed upon the First Elder. From now on, all affairs of the clan will be managed by the First Elder."

Everyone was stunned, puzzled, confused, and even resentful...

"No way!" The Seventh Elder was the first to stand up and object.

"Yes, clan leader..."

"Only the clan leader can lead our clan to glory..."

"Chieftain, you mustn't..."

"Chief, please reconsider..."

"We disagree..."

Seeing the commotion, Suzaku shouted, "Are you questioning my decision?"

"Clan leader..." the Fifth Elder also advised.

"Alright! I know what I'm doing, you don't need to say anything more."

Zhuque, displaying the authority of a clan leader, declared, "This matter is settled..."