Dark Struggle, Return, One from Ancient Times

A fierce glint flashed through the eyes of Liu Ruo, an elder of the Heavenly Wolf Sect.

He had not expected Elder Zheng to openly side with the Ancient Immortal Sect at a time like this.

This had clearly disrupted their plans.

He glanced at the elder from the Flowing Cloud Sect.

The other man lowered his head slightly, seemingly deep in thought, without immediately stating his position.

Liu Ruo sneered inwardly. The Flowing Cloud Sect had always been on good terms with the Heavenly Wolf Sect. This time, they would likely stand with him as well.

He turned to Xu Qing, a smile returning to his face, though it carried a trace of coldness. "Sect Master Xu, what do you think?"

Xu Qing smiled lightly, though a sharp gleam flickered in his eyes. "Elder Liu, the matter of dividing territory was originally an internal affair of the Ancient Immortal Sect.

All of you elders are so enthusiastic that I am almost flattered.

However, what I wish to say is that territory has always belonged to the strong.

The Ancient Immortal Sect has now suffered a great calamity. Even if we wished to hold those territories ourselves, it would likely not be easy."

The moment those words fell, the atmosphere in the hall became subtle.

Xu Qing smiled faintly. "Since the Heavenly Wolf Sect and the Flowing Cloud Sect are willing to help the Ancient Immortal Sect rebuild, we are naturally willing to pay a price."

Liu Ruo's expression shifted slightly.

He had not expected Xu Qing to respond so directly yet so smoothly.

The elder from the Flowing Cloud Sect also raised his head, surprise flashing in his eyes. Clearly, he had not expected Xu Qing to say this.

Xu Qing cupped his hands toward Zhao Wuji. "As for