Xiao Yan stood within Starfall Pavilion's spacious, solemn great hall:
"Hiss!"
His brows drew together slightly, and a sharp glint flashed through his deep eyes!
His fingers unconsciously tapped lightly against the table before him.
They made a rhythmic "tap, tap" sound, as though striking at the thoughts in his heart:
Nine-colored Flame danced endlessly in the depths of his pupils!
"Burial Sky Mountain Range? Heh."
"Someone as crafty and cunning as Hun Tiandi has always acted in strange and unpredictable ways!"
"How could he possibly play by the rules?"
A sneer curved Xiao Yan's lips, carrying both disdain and vigilance:
What villain would ever obediently follow the rules with you?
He slowly turned, his blazing gaze sweeping over everyone in the hall:
He vaguely remembered that the Soul Clan had planted hidden agents among all the major clans!
He simply could not recall their exact names!
Xiao Yan's expression turned grave as he spoke decisively:
"Xun'er, take out the Jade Slip at once!"
"Contact Uncle Gu!"
"Make sure he remains on guard against the traitors concealed within the clan!"
Xun'er's expression tightened upon hearing this.
She swiftly took a Jade Slip from her sleeve.
However, the instant she poured spiritual power into it,
her formerly calm face suddenly changed!
Her eyes widened as she looked at Xiao Yan in terror and urgency!
Her voice trembled slightly:
"Brother Xiao Yan!"
"Father has sent word—the Lightning Clan, the Flame Clan, and our Ancient Clan!"
"Were all attacked at the same time!"
The moment these words fell, the previously quiet hall instantly erupted into chaos.
Upon hearing the news, Old Yao abruptly rose from his seat.
His hands clenched into fists, fury showing in his eyes:
"Could this be a scheme to lure the tiger from the mountain?!"
"That isn't important!"
Xiao