"So, what do you suggest?" Adam Shah inquired.
The other council mbers also turned their attention to Rahman.
"I have a bold idea, which is to split our family into two."
Split into two? Hearing Rahman's words, everyone was puzzled, not understanding what he ant. Rahman cleared his throat lightly.
"What I an is, we can to so extent allow Iskandar to develop followers of the Earth Mother Goddess within the family, letting him nurture a portion of the younger generation. However, there must always be a part of the family's talents under our leadership, even if it's just a small portion. This way, we won't completely sever ties with Iskandar, and we can still ensure the Shah Family's legacy."
Rahman paused here and looked at the surrounding council mbers.
"Of course, this is a compromise born out of necessity."
Upon hearing his words, the atmosphere in the room fell silent once more. From the perspective of the family leadership, they found it difficult to accept that the descendants of the Shah Family would worship any deity.
However, the current situation was beyond their control. Iskandar's faction had already grown too strong, making a direct confrontation impossible.
Therefore, everyone could understand why Rahman proposed such an awkward compromise. After a mont, one of the council mbers spoke first.
"I agree with Brother Rahman's view. As long as there is always a portion of young people in the Shah Family who remain pure, our heritage isn't completely severed."
"I agree as well."
"Let's proceed with this approach."
Other council mbers also began to express their agreent. Seeing their attitude, Rahman nodded slightly.
As the forr family head, he desired the strength of the Shah Family more than anyone else, and this compromise was the only viable option at the mont.
Then, Rahman turned to look at the first council mber, Adam Shah, to see what his choice would be. The other council mbers also looked at Adam Shah.
In terms of strength, Adam Shah ranked second among the middle generation of the Shah Family, just behind Rahman. In terms of status, he was the first council mber, holding significant influence.
Whether or not he supported this course of action was crucial. At that mont, Adam Shah was internally conflicted. He indeed had a plan, but it was very risky and ca with a high cost. After a few seconds of silence, Adam Shah made up his mind.
"I disagree!"
His words were firm and resonant.
"If we tacitly allow the existence of belief in the Earth Mother Goddess, one day, our descendants will beco godly vassals with no self identity. Even if the family's na remains, what aning does it hold?"
"Since our ancestors founded this family, we have experienced both glory and decline, but we have never lived under soone else's shadow. Are you truly willing to entrust the future of our family to an unknown deity?"
"Moreover, let us not forget that although Iskandar and his followers are strong, this is ultimately a world dominated by Battle Pet Masters. If the belief in the Earth Mother Goddess is exposed, the Alliance will surely be relentless, and how can our Shah Family avoid destruction?"
Adam Shah's words were powerful and well reasoned. Hearing this, everyone, including Rahman, fell silent. They all knew he was right. After a long silence, one of the council mbers spoke up.
"Then do you have any solution? We can't rely on the Alliance, nor can we cooperate with the Earth Mother Goddess. What path should our family take? You need to give us a concrete plan!"
"Yes, First Council mber, if you have an idea, please state it clearly," Rahman added.
Hearing this, Adam Shah nodded, a cold glint flashing in his eyes.
"Actually, we aren't completely without a chance to eliminate Iskandar. In the back mountains of our family estate, there is sothing that's been sealed for a hundred years..."
"Are you talking about that terrifying Heart of Thunder?" Rahman exclaid.
"Exactly, that's the one," Adam Shah nodded.
The Heart of Thunder was discovered by an ancestor of the Shah Family a century ago, containing a formidable power of thunder.
A hundred years ago, the ancestor used the Heart of Thunder to kill a Gold Tier expert. After that use, the Heart of Thunder beca depleted of energy and fell into dormancy, sealed by the ancestor in a hidden cave in the back mountains.
According to the ancestor, the energy of the Heart of Thunder would gradually recover over ti. However, the recovery process was very slow, taking several decades or even a century. After that ancestor passed away, no one paid attention to it again.
Currently, only Rahman and Adam Shah are aware of this due to their reading of ancient family records; the other council mbers are unaware. This is a long standing secret of the Shah Family.
Now, Adam Shah's words reminded Rahman. A century has passed, and there's a high probability that the energy of the Heart of Thunder has mostly recovered.
Although Iskandar and his faction are strong, they would stand no chance against the Heart of Thunder, which can annihilate Gold Tier experts.
Rahman was intrigued and asked Adam Shah to share this secret with the other council mbers present. Upon hearing this, the other council mbers were visibly excited.
They finally found a way to deal with Iskandar amidst their despair and unanimously agreed that this plan was feasible. Seeing that everyone agreed, Adam Shah turned to Rahman.
"Rahman, if we proceed with this plan, there's a high chance we can eliminate Iskandar's faction. However, Iskandar is still your son, and you need to make a firm decision on this matter."
Upon hearing this, Rahman sighed slightly, his expression sowhat somber. Indeed, he had only two sons. Jiman was already dead, leaving only Iskandar as his remaining bloodline. But he quickly regained his composure.
"Iskandar's descent into this situation is an unfortunate family affair. For the sake of the family, I am willing to turn the blade inward, putting the greater good above personal ties!"
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