Xu Fang, upon hearing the renowned names of these four Dragon Clan brothers, instinctively conjured images of the Four Dragon Kings from his mind, blurting out their title.
He could never have imagined that these four dragons, whom he had casually rescued while seeking treasure, would become the soon-to-be legendary Four Dragon Kings!
"Dragon Kings?"
Ao Guang, hearing this, was puzzled by its meaning. He shook his head and sighed.
"Dragon Emperor, is the Daoist friend referring to Ancestral Dragon? Ancestral Dragon has been missing for a long time. The Dragon Clan has searched everywhere, and our hearts are filled with anxiety."
"It is precisely because of this matter that we, the Dragon Clan, have lost the opportunity to contend for dominance in the Great Desolation. My four brothers and I are venturing out to sea now, hoping to find a suitable place in the East Sea to settle the Dragon Clan. But alas!"
As Ao Guang spoke, he sighed profusely. His three brothers behind him also wore expressions of melancholy, lamenting and regretting the lost glory of the Dragon Clan's dominion.
The Dragon, Phoenix, and Qilin tribes, in their ancient conflict, had all suffered severe damage. However, the Dragon Clan was slightly luckier than the Phoenix and Qilin tribes. Ancestral Dragon, after countless battles, had survived.
This was initially an opportunity for the Dragon Clan. If Ancestral Dragon could regroup, he would be able to lead the Dragon Clan to clean up the mess and reap the rewards of victory.
However, at this critical juncture, their clan leader, Ancestral Dragon, suddenly disappeared, and his whereabouts remain unknown to this day.
Out of helplessness, they could only choose to retreat and begin searching for a suitable place to settle the Dragon Clan.
Otherwise, with the Dragon Clan's current strength, with them, who were Taiyi Golden Immortals, being the greatest experts of the Dragon Clan, they truly stood no chance against the ascendant Witch and Demon races.
Xu Fang, hearing this, also came back to his senses.
It seemed that these four brothers, Ao Guang included, had not yet fully controlled the Dragon Clan and become the Dragon Kings.
Listening to them speak of Ancestral Dragon, Xu Fang also recalled.
According to his memories from his previous life, the deaths of Yuan Feng and Shi Qilin were clear, but Ancestral Dragon's final fate was vaguely described, and the truth could not be discerned at all.
However, Xu Fang, having read widely, deduced the answer after some contemplation.
Looking at the dejected Ao Guang and his three brothers before him, Xu Fang asked.
"So, you intend to go into seclusion to wait for Ancestral Dragon's return, and then re-emerge in the Great Desolation?"
Upon hearing this, a strange expression appeared on the faces of Ao Guang and his three brothers. They looked at each other, but quickly regained their composure.
"That is correct."
Ao Guang replied, "Since Daoist friend is our savior, it is fine to tell you. We intend to do just that, and once again dominate the Great Desolation in the future!"
"Alas!"
Xu Fang sighed. It was as he expected!
"You should abandon this unrealistic notion as soon as possible and focus on leading the Dragon Clan to survive in this Great Desolation. That is your most important task."
Ao Guang and the other dragons listened, all looking at Xu Fang with confusion and doubt.
Since fate had brought them together, Xu Fang did not mind revealing a little heavenly secret to Ao Guang and his three brothers.
"Do you truly believe Ancestral Dragon will return?"
Xu Fang pointed upwards with his finger, "Know that there is always a heaven beyond heaven, and a man beyond man. How could a powerful expert like Ancestral Dragon simply disappear without a trace?"
These words caused Ao Guang and his three brothers to feel as if they were facing a formidable enemy.
Indeed, Ancestral Dragon was a rare expert in the world, and his inexplicable disappearance was extremely strange. Could it be...
Ao Guang and his three brothers exchanged glances, and understanding dawned in their eyes. They repeatedly bowed deeply to Xu Fang.
"Thank you, Daoist friend, for guiding us!"
Ao Guang said with gratitude, then sighed again.
"If that is the case, does our Dragon Clan have no hope of rising again?"
Xu Fang patted Ao Guang's shoulder and said.
"Stop dwelling on such things. If you anger that person, you might all end up accompanying Ancestral Dragon."
"This region of the Four Seas is far from the Great Desolation. If you wish to preserve the Dragon Clan, this is the most suitable place."
Since everything had been revealed, Xu Fang did not mind guiding Ao Guang and his three brothers further.
Ao Guang and the others fell into contemplation.
Indeed, if all this were the arrangement of fate, then their Dragon Clan was destined to have no chance of dominating the heavens.
In that case, how to preserve the Dragon Clan should be their top priority.
"Thank you again, Daoist friend, for guiding us!"
Ao Guang cupped his hands in thanks to Xu Fang. "I will return now and move the entire Dragon Clan to the East Sea to live in seclusion, uninvolved in the affairs of the Great Desolation."
With that, he prepared to leave with his three brothers.
"Wait!"
Xu Fang called out to them from behind.
"Why the rush? Let me tell you, don't put all your eggs in one basket. The Dragon Clan should not all gather together."
"Since there are these Four Seas, and you four brothers, you can each lead a portion of the clan and reside in a different sea."
"This way, you can support each other if anything happens, and if some great catastrophe occurs, not everyone will be wiped out."
Xu Fang spoke continuously. Otherwise, seeing the momentum of Ao Guang and the others, they would inevitably have all crowded into the East Sea.
Then, he would have inadvertently caused the disappearance of three of the Four Dragon Kings, so he had to quickly correct his mistake.
Ao Guang and his three brothers stopped, listening to Xu Fang's eloquent explanation. They felt that what Xu Fang said made even more sense and wholeheartedly agreed. They repeatedly expressed their thanks to Xu Fang.
"Many thanks, Daoist friend, for your guidance, which has cleared the clouds and revealed the blue sky for us!"
"Indeed, without Daoist friend, we would have wasted so many years and missed so many opportunities!"
"Daoist friend has helped us many times, bestowing upon us the grace of guidance for the Dragon Clan, and is our re-creator!"
"That's right, Daoist friend is forever our benefactor and guide!"
Ao Guang and his three brothers spoke one after another, expressing their sincere gratitude for Xu Fang's help.
Seeing that they had finally grasped his meaning, Xu Fang said no more and waved his hand, allowing them to depart.
As for being the "guide of the Dragon Clan" and such empty titles, Xu Fang naturally did not care about them.
His intention in guiding Ao Guang and his three brothers was simply that in the future, he would refine Mount Penglai into his dojo, which would also drift within the Four Seas.
At that time, the Dragon Clan would be one of the foremost powers on the sea. Building a good relationship with them now would also allow for good neighbors in the future!
Therefore, this guidance for Ao Guang and the others was not only in accordance with the will of heaven but also a plan for his own future endeavors.
Watching Ao Guang and his three brothers depart, Xu Fang waved his hand, retracted the Celestial Measuring Ruler, and descended to the spot where the demon leader had fallen into the water.
"As expected, the Three Lights Divine Water is indeed powerful!"
Xu Fang exclaimed, truly impressed by the efficacy of the Three Lights Divine Water. The demon leader had been utterly annihilated, with no bones, soul, or true spirit remaining. Only the Three Lights Divine Water shimmered on the surface of the water.
Xu Fang let the Celestial Measuring Ruler automatically collect the Three Lights Divine Water. After all, such a valuable treasure should not be wasted and must be recycled.
Subsequently, Xu Fang began to contemplate where his next destination should be now that this matter was concluded.