The other three generals all deeply agreed, sharing the same concerns.
"Yes, I'm afraid he might turn against us."
"He alone is already incredibly powerful. Not to mention that every one of his helpers is extraordinary. Take Sword Xiaoyao and Tang Ke, for example—their strength is certainly no less than ours."
"We know far too little about this Eight Desolations Dragon Emperor. We don't even know what kind of person he is or what he intends to do."
"Then what do you suggest? Fight or surrender?"
"Devouring Heaven Guardian, I'll follow your lead!"
The men argued heatedly, all starting from their own interests. Not a single one mentioned avenging Emperor Without Heaven.
In a nation like this, under a regime like this, the loyalty between ruler and subjects was easy to imagine.
The generals still regarded Devouring Heaven Guardian as their leader and all wanted to hear his opinion.
Devouring Heaven Guardian furrowed his brow tightly and split his great mouth in a grin. "Judging from everything this man has done, he is probably an ambitious man with a powerful background. Openly opposing him would not be wise. We can consider following him, or we can consider leaving this place and going far away. Whether you stay or go is your own choice. I do not wish to delay anyone's future."
The generals looked at one another, their thoughts churning.
One of the generals gritted his teeth and said in a low voice, "Everyone, forgive me. I do not trust this Eight Desolations Dragon Emperor, nor do I wish to serve him. I intend to leave this place. Things may change, so I hope we can meet again someday."
With that, he cupped his hands toward the others beside him and turned to leave.
After hesitating for a moment, another