As Lu Feng followed Chi Liyan toward the Ancient Underworld Race's territory.
On a broad stretch of land less than a thousand meters from the teleportation pillar, over twenty li away from Celestial Pivot Peak.
Bai Bing and Bai Xue had originally intended to lead the few remaining Heaven Lotus Sect elders away from this troubled place as quickly as possible. They wanted to return to their sect and properly calm and nurture the pure aura infused with mysterious qi within their bodies, maximizing the benefits gained from yin-yang union and integrating them into their cultivation.
But as they passed through this place, they came upon two teams that had just fought a fierce battle.
Both sides had suffered casualties, and even those still standing were covered in wounds. At this moment, they faced one another in a tense standoff, swords drawn and bows bent.
They had not wanted to meddle in other people's affairs and could have simply taken a detour, but when they spotted from afar that one side was led by Gan Yu of the Clear River Sect, they could not help but hesitate.
Deep down, they were grateful to the Clear River Sect. Had it not been for the Clear River Sect's support, the Heaven Lotus Sect likely would not have endured until today.
Yet at the same time, they resisted the marriage alliance between them. And now, after what had happened at Celestial Pivot Peak, they felt an added trace of guilt.
Burdened by such tangled emotions, neither of them could move their feet to turn away. As if possessed, they approached.
"If we can use this chance to help the Clear River Sect..."
Bai Bing muttered to herself.
Bai Xue understood and eagerly continued, "Maybe we can settle the grievances between us perfectly. Then