Heaven Dou City, Beast God Pavilion's central Council Hall.
The enormous hall was forged from dark alloy, its vaulted ceiling simulating a deep starry sky. Cold starlight spilled down, illuminating the solemn figures below.
The air was heavy, carrying the subtle tension of newly absorbed blood, as well as a lingering aftertaste of bloodshed.
Niu Gao and Yang Wudi stood in the hall, their figures still broad and upright, but their brows were shrouded in an inescapable gloom and submission.
Behind them stood the core elders and elite disciples of their two clans. Each held their breath, not daring to make a sound as they stole reverent glances at the figure seated high upon the main seat.
Ling Han sat on a throne carved from a single piece of Myriad Year Profound Ice. His ice-blue hair fell over his shoulders, and his handsome face resembled a frozen divine statue, devoid of the slightest warmth.
His fingers lightly tapped the Mystic Ice armrest, producing crisp, icy taps. Each sound seemed to strike directly against the hearts of those below.
"The Defense Clan, 376 members. The Breaking Clan, 291 members. All core members are present."
Ling Han's indifferent voice echoed through the vast hall as if he were merely reading out cold figures. "Very good. From this day onward, you shall be the Beast God Pavilion's Armored Control Hall and Breaking Edge Hall."
Niu Gao and Yang Wudi lowered their heads deeply, their voices heavy. "We obey, Young Master." The people behind them answered in unison, their voices carrying suppressed tremors.
At that moment, a cold system notification suddenly rang out in Ling Han's mind.
Ding!
``` Faction mission stage settlement:
Target: The former Clear Sky Sect's four affiliated clans (Strength, Defense, Speed, Breaking)
Completion status:
Strength Clan (Tai Tan): Eliminated.
Speed