At this moment, besides Xiao Chen, only the father-and-son duo of Tie Shi and Tie Wen remained in the Great Hall. As the Grand Elder and head of the Dark Hall respectively in the Gu Yuan Tribe, their blood refining status held considerable reputation within the tribe. One was the trusted servant of the late clan leader, while the other had been the new leader's playmate since childhood. They were the direct line of the leader's bloodline within the Gu Yuan tribe.
"Uncle Tie, let's be open, we are family after all. A year ago, you pushed me, the frail Xiao Chen, to take the lead in defiance of public opinion. Throughout the year, you worked tirelessly to maintain the tribe. Today, there are no distinctions between us. It's been a while since we've had a heart-to-heart!".
"And Tie, you've been my brother through life and death. Our Gu Yuan tribe is growing rapidly now, I hope you can help me!".