Outside the carriage, a tall, gaunt old man with prominent cheekbones spoke in a low voice.
"Enough, Protector Tomi. Since Master has already agreed, then carry it out. My Shadowy Form is only one final step away from completion. When that time comes, my fleshly body will even be comparable to a low-grade Demon Beast."
The sinister-faced man in crimson robes slowly spoke as he toyed with the skull in his hand, his eyes flickering with light.
"It is just a pity that finding suitable sacrifices is rather troublesome. That wolf brat from the Snow Wolf Tribe would be quite suitable."
Hearing the young man's words, the black-robed elder Tomi's expression changed slightly.
"Holy Son, the Snow Wolf Tribe has always been fiercely protective of its own, and its strength is no weaker than our Divine Cult's. Lang Qi is also the Snow Wolf Tribe chief's son. It would be best not to set our sights on him, lest one careless move trigger a war between our factions—especially at a time like this."
"So what if it is the Snow Wolf Tribe? They are merely a pack of barbarians. Once this Holy Son's divine art reaches completion, I will surely lead the Divine Cult and bring them beneath our banner."
The young man was, more precisely, Kamra, the Holy Son of the Heavenly Net Sect.
"This subordinate believes the Holy Son will possess such ability in the future. But now is not yet the time."
Tomi echoed him at this point.
"I understand, Protector Tomi. This Holy Son is not that foolish. But my cultivation cannot be delayed. Speed up the collection of sacrifices."
"The Cult Master has already ordered the five great protectors to search all regions for suitable candidates. Some time ago, Protector Taha sent word that he