Dongli Prefecture.
Under a cloudless sky and blazing sun, a blue-gray Hawk Falcon swept over the rolling mountains, then suddenly dove, landing like lightning in the small city nestled within the valley.
Screech~
In the study of a grand residence in Mountain City, the white-robed man standing before his desk with a brush in hand paused, his eyes flashing.
The next moment, the Hawk Falcon flew in through the open window and landed steadily before him, lifting its head and crying twice.
The white-robed man set down his brush, gathered the Hawk Falcon into his arms, and removed the small metal tube tied to its leg.
When he unscrewed the cap, a roll of silk paper fell out.
The white-robed man did not immediately open the silk paper. Instead, he opened the food box beside him and took out several strips of fresh beef and flower dew to feed the Hawk Falcon.
After stroking the Hawk Falcon as it feasted heartily, he unfolded the silk paper in his hand.
The silk paper was densely covered in writing. After only a brief look, the white-robed man's expression turned grave.
By the time he had finished reading it all, his face had darkened.
Having just eaten its fill, the Hawk Falcon sensed the oppressive aura emanating from the white-robed man. It shrank back its head and gave a low cry.
The white-robed man closed his eyes and pondered for a moment before saying in a deep voice, "Immediately invite Elder Pang and Elder Sun here. There is an important matter to discuss!"
The moment his words fell, a response came from outside the study. "Your command shall be obeyed!"
The white-robed man sat down in his chair, his expression shifting uncertainly.
After the time it took to drink half a cup of