Chapter 599

Shi Tian's heart was filled with sorrow. In the most ancient era, the Stone Clan had been the foremost imperial clan of the Imperial City, wielding immense power and boundless glory. Yet now, they had fallen so low that they had to accept decrees issued by others, with no room whatsoever to resist! The enormous disparity filled him with pain and unwillingness. He clenched his fists tightly, his nails digging deep into his palms until blood flowed, yet he did not notice it at all.

Hearing Shi Tian's words, Jin Zhifei seemed to have heard some tremendous joke and suddenly burst into loud laughter. His laughter was sharp and piercing, full of mockery. "Exceptionally talented? Attain the supreme position? Him, a descendant of Sin Blood? Shi Tian, were you beaten stupid? A descendant of Sin Blood dares speak of the future? Dares become a pillar guarding the Border Desolation? What wishful thinking!"

Jin Zhifei's gaze fell upon Shi Yu as though he were looking at a piece of trash. "For a descendant of Sin Blood like him, being able to charge into battle for my Jin Family and die on the battlefield is already his greatest honor. Yet you dare question my Jin Family's decree? It seems your Stone Clan is truly tired of living!"

"Do not insult my son!" Shi Tian roared. His aura surged again, and the air around him was set ablaze by his fury, crackling loudly. He had already prepared for the worst. Even if it cost him his life, he would protect his child and defend the Stone Clan's last shred of dignity.

"Insult? Wasn't I speaking the truth?" The smile on Jin Zhifei's face vanished, and his eyes turned even colder. "Since you refuse a toast only to drink a forfeit, don't blame me