Silver Long Ribbon

At a glance, he saw through Qin Yan and Xiao Wangshu's true cultivation: Peak Fourth Rank.

He also sensed the immense potential and unusual auras within them, far beyond others of their rank.

"Canghai." Black Whale turned his gaze toward Canghai, who was still kneeling. His tone was flat. "That girl is that old bastard Xiao Shan's granddaughter?"

Canghai put on an ingratiating smile and hurriedly pointed at Xiao Wangshu. "Lord Black Whale, your insight is impeccable!

"That girl is indeed Xiao Shan's own granddaughter, Xiao Wangshu!

"Her talent is monstrous. Xiao Shan dotes on her and treasures her above all else!

"If we capture her alive, Xiao Shan will hesitate to act against us. At a critical moment, she could become a vital bargaining chip to restrain him—or even deal him a devastating blow!"

Black Whale slowly raised his right hand and ran his fingers over the hideous sword scar on his cheek.

The scar was a "memento" from Xiao Shan.

The Sword Intent within it clung like a parasite, searing his flesh day and night. Even now, he had not managed to purge it completely.

"Canghai, you've done well this time. You planted this 'line' years ago, and today it finally hooked a 'fish' worth catching.

"When our army breaks through the Human Clan's defenses here, you'll receive the highest credit!

"The resources and standing our clan promised you will be yours in full."

He paused. Seeing excitement and longing flare in Canghai's eyes, he added, "I'll grant you one more thing.

"That Princess Whale Scale you've longed for—once this is done, I'll personally arrange for the two of you to be together."

"Thank you, Lord Black Whale! Thank you for your generosity!"

Canghai trembled with excitement and kowtowed again and again, his voice rising out of control.