Yin Ji Conspires with Sui Chuan to Summon, Xiang Yu Worries about the Vertical Alliance and Han's Doubts

"Zhao Cheng managed to capture Sun Tong, who excelled in earth-traversing arts and even held the Immortal-Binding Rope. Whether he used cunning or genuine skill, he clearly possesses some ability."

Yin Jiao lowered his gaze to the Heaven-Overturning Seal in his palm. The Dao rhythm flowing over its surface swayed faintly against his hand, and his voice was steady, without a ripple of emotion. "We must not underestimate this man.

"We need not rush to strike first. Let us watch and see, learn the truth of his capabilities before deciding."

Ji Ying furrowed his brows, his face full of puzzlement. "Senior Brother, your cultivation is already among the best of the third-generation disciples. With the Heaven-Overturning Seal bestowed by our master as well, who in the mortal world could possibly be your match?

"Even our fellow disciples would have to show you some respect when they saw you. Is it truly necessary to be this cautious against a mere Zhao Cheng?"

Yin Jiao slowly shook his head, the vertical eye on his forehead gently closing. "Beyond every man is another man; beyond every heaven is another heaven.

"Besides, Zhao Cheng may not be the only one we need to deal with.

"Those reincarnated people of the Jie Sect were all figures who could stir the winds and clouds during the great Conferred Gods war in their past lives. Even if the Jie Sect is weak now, their foundations must never be underestimated."

He paused, his tone gaining a measure of gravity. "The List of Conferred Gods has yet to open, and the great tribulation has not truly descended. A single wrong move could entangle us in endless karmic consequences to come. Naturally, caution comes first."

Only then did Ji Ying come to a realization. He nodded in reply. "Senior Brother