At the entrance to Sunset Cloud Mountain Valley, mist swirled and spiritual energy hung thick in the air.
Yang Ning gathered his thoughts and swept his gaze over the clearing ahead like a falcon, taking in every figure from the other three sects.
He had already heard of the four great families in Kui Mountain County. Now, the Four Sects, the pinnacle of the county seat's martial world, had gathered together.
Such a rare sight was not one he would pass up the chance to observe closely.
Dozens of figures stood scattered about, some still and some moving. Their vital energies stirred faintly around them, and every one of them was a seasoned martial artist with an impressive aura.
Lv Xiu, who stood beside him, had clearly come prepared. Seeing Yang Ning's searching gaze, he took the initiative to explain.
His tone carried the easy familiarity of a sect disciple:
"Brother Yang, look to the left. Those thirteen people dressed in matching green robes are from the Green Garment Sect in the Inner City.
The graceful woman at their head, with her aura held in check, is their Senior Sister Xu Ruoxi."
Yang Ning followed his direction. The Green Garment Sect's disciples all wore green martial outfits, their sleeves fluttering lightly in the breeze.
But when he narrowed his eyes and looked more closely, he saw a strange, faint dark red amid the circulation of vital energy around them, as though flames burned beneath their clothes.
"Brother Lv, I take it the name 'Green Garment' isn't just about what they wear..."
Lv Xiu nodded slightly.
"Good eye, Brother Yang.
Though the Green Garment Sect has an elegant name, its strength is formidable. They must not be underestimated."
He gathered his thoughts, then continued:
"Their core cultivation method is highly unusual.