The three elders walked to the center of the prison cell. The White-bearded Elder raised a hand and sent out a faint strand of Soul Power, temporarily releasing part of the restraints within Lin Taichu's body while still suppressing his cultivation, leaving him no chance to make any suspicious move.
"Lin Taichu, do you know that trespassing into the Heavenly Clan's forbidden grounds is a capital offense?" the White-bearded Elder asked. His voice was calm, yet carried unquestionable authority.
"If Yun Xi had not pleaded for you, you would already have turned to dust. We came today to ask you one thing: what was your purpose in sneaking into that courtyard?"
Lin Taichu slowly rose to his feet. Though the circulation of Soul Power throughout his body was restricted, he still stood tall, without the slightest hint of obsequiousness.
He did not answer the White-bearded Elder's question. Instead, his gaze swept over the two Heavenly Clan Guards standing behind the three elders.
The two Guards wore white feathered robes. Their expressions were stiff, their faces pale, and faint black spots could be seen along their necks. Their breathing was weak, and the fluctuations of Soul Power around them were chaotic. Even though they deliberately concealed it, they could not hide the exhaustion in their aura.
As for the White-bearded Elder at the head of the group, although he appeared composed, he would occasionally raise a hand to press against his chest. His fingertips trembled slightly, and his aura was subtly disordered. Clearly, he was forcing himself to endure it.
Lin Taichu had studied medical skills for many years and was extremely sensitive to all kinds of illnesses. He saw through the issue at a glance.
Without hesitation, he spoke directly. "Elder, there is no need to ask why I entered