"Back then, the Xiao Clan was closest to the Ancient Clan, but that closeness only lasted during the years when the two clans were evenly matched in strength."
The somewhat flippant-looking man curled his lips, a trace of coldness hidden in his tone.
"If several elders within the Ancient Clan had not strongly objected, even Senior Xiao Xuan's tomb in the Ancient Realm would likely have been forcibly opened by their radicals..."
He paused, his gaze sweeping past the window as a hint of melancholy entered his voice. "After all, even an Ancient Clan with such deep foundations could hardly resist the temptation of a Peak Dou Sheng's tomb."
"You cannot condemn everyone with the same brush. Not everyone in the Ancient Clan is so eager for quick gains. There have always been voices of opposition."
The man in white robes shook his head and stretched lazily. The warmth of the cup still lingered on his fingertips, but his words carried a trace of anticipation.
"Compared to that, I care more about the Heavenly Tomb, which opens once every twenty years. Though it lies deep within the Ancient Realm, the agreement made by the eight clans back then grants every clan the right to enter. Senior Xiao Xuan's tomb is there as well... I truly wonder whether anyone will make it to the deepest part of the Heavenly Tomb this time."
"Indeed." The broad-browed man nodded heavily, a flicker of curiosity passing through his eyes. "I just wonder whether people from the other clans have arrived yet. Ordinarily, they would never miss such an important opportunity."
"Whether they come or not is none of our concern. Fewer people means fewer rivals competing with us." The man in white curled his lip and said no more. He rose first and headed