"An agreement exists among the Ancient Races: experts whose strength exceeds that of a Four-Star Dou Sheng cannot act freely. Hall Master, you happen to fall within that limit. Among those of the same rank, few can defeat you. Gu Nan Hai should not be a cause for concern..."
The Ancient Clan's Young Clan Leader, dressed in black, raised his eyes slightly and spoke thoughtfully.
"Though those great powers have not shown themselves, they must still be watching this place!"
Hun Miesheng smiled faintly and raised his head, gazing into the empty void.
It was as if someone were lurking within that vacant expanse.
Lu Chuan had made the same gesture before. He knew clearly that when the Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame descended, the top experts of every Ancient Race would take notice. However, constrained by that agreement, they could not intervene directly and could only serve as overseers here.
They were watching to prevent any clan from sending someone stronger than a Four-Star Dou Sheng to act. Many people hoped that the Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame would remain unconquered and continue to be an ownerless treasure.
For that very reason, Lu Chuan, an expert above the Four-Star Dou Sheng level who belonged to no Ancient Race, became one of the exceptions permitted to participate in the struggle for the Demonic Flame.
"Cousin Xiao Yu, you came too!"
Gu Xun'er of the Ancient Clan looked toward Lu Chuan and Xiao Yu. She wanted to express her gratitude to Lu Chuan, but after pursing her lips and hesitating for a moment, she ultimately uttered only a few words.
"Miss Gu, your progress has been remarkable. You've already reached the One Star Dou Saint level."
Xiao Yu replied politely, then said nothing more. Both sides fell silent.
After that, everyone began to