Gu Yuan's trust in Yao Chen had deepened, and his tone had changed as well.
"Brother Yao, since the Xiao Tribe trusts you so much, what you've said about this must be true."
Yao Chen nodded and said,
"Patriarch Gu, you should prepare yourself. This time, I'll accompany Xiao Yan into the Heavenly Tomb to meet his ancestor, Xiao Xuan. Once we come out, I'm sure you'll have confirmed the truth as well. Then we can join forces with the other four clans and fight the Soul Clan together."
Gu Yuan quickly nodded in agreement.
Then Yao Chen cupped his hands toward Gu Yuan and said,
"Patriarch Gu, I'll take my leave for now."
Gu Yuan gave a slight nod. Yao Chen turned and left, his footsteps echoing through the empty hall until they faded away.
Only Gu Yuan remained. He stood with his hands behind his back, his expression grave, deep eyes filled with thought and worry.
After a long while, he let out a soft sigh, then raised his right hand. A flash of light shot from his fingertip, turning into a message talisman that vanished into thin air in an instant.
Before long, Gu Lie hurried over.
Outside the hall, he straightened his clothes and steadied his hurried breathing. Only then did he gently push open the doors and enter.
"Patriarch, you sent for me?"
Gu Lie asked respectfully as he bowed.
Gu Yuan turned around and looked at Gu Lie with a serious expression.
"Gu Lie, I have an important task for you."
Gu Lie's expression sharpened. He stood up straight and said,
"Please give your orders, Patriarch."
Gu Yuan spoke slowly.
"The Spirit Clan sent no one to attend the Heavenly Tomb this time. It's quite suspicious. I suspect they may have fallen victim to