"Hong Jianglong, according to our agreement, only the younger generation may enter the Crimson Crane Platform. If you break your promise, the Ancient Coin Merchant Association will not let you off lightly!" Protector Xia said gravely.
Hong Jianglong narrowed his eyes, snorted, and stepped back with a sweep of his sleeve. "Go in. Don't hold back against the Ancient Coin Merchant Association's people."
The dozen or so young people before him exchanged glances and nodded firmly.
Luo Qiuyi also looked at Lin Shuguang. "Be careful."
Lin Shuguang knew what she meant and nodded.
Both groups stepped onto the Crimson Crane Platform and were teleported away in an instant.
Only after everyone landed did they realize that their surroundings were identical to the summit of Black Stone Mountain from before.
The only difference was that the raised platform had become hollow, with flames surging skyward from beneath it.
Five tall cranes stood atop the platform.
They corresponded to five directions.
Beneath each crimson crane was a space large enough for someone to sit cross-legged.
Presumably, these were the five spots they actually had to fight for.
"Move! Let Young Master Luan secure an Immortal Crane Platform first!"
The Cloud Sea Merchant Association's people shouted and attacked first.
Wang Yu Feng reacted quickly. "Let's move too!"
Though Gu Siyao was usually mischievous and quick-witted, she became a little flustered when battle suddenly broke out. Still, she did not lose her composure. Putting on a calm front, she drew a sword, but before she could charge into the crowd, someone suddenly grabbed her shoulder.
Her expression changed sharply. She was about to thrust her sword at them when Lin Shuguang effortlessly neutralized the strength in her sword wrist.
"There's nothing for you to do here."
Before Gu Siyao could react, Lin Shuguang barreled