The quiet chamber was as silent as death.
Only Daoist Daoxuan's heavy breathing echoed through the empty room.
His expression shifted between light and shadow.
Daoist Daoxuan's eyes were filled with shock.
He had never imagined that Li Xiaoyu had grown so powerful.
The pinnacle of the Upper Purity Realm.
The subjugation of an ancient magical beast.
Daoist Daoxuan felt a threat unlike any he had ever known.
He knew he could no longer sit by and do nothing.
A flash of blood-red crossed Daoist Daoxuan's eyes.
"Is everything you told me true?"
Only after a long while did Daoist Daoxuan finally speak, his voice hoarse.
"This disciple wouldn't dare utter a single falsehood."
Xiao Yicai looked at Daoist Daoxuan and spoke solemnly.
"This matter was witnessed with my own eyes by the informant I planted on Morning Sun Peak."
"There's no doubt about it."
"Good."
Daoist Daoxuan looked at him and nodded firmly.
A cold killing intent flashed in his eyes.
"You did well."
Daoist Daoxuan looked at Xiao Yicai, an approving smile appearing on his face.
"From today on, you will be the chief disciple of Heaven-Reaching Peak."
"Within the sect, you may freely allocate all the resources you need."
"I have only one requirement."
Daoist Daoxuan looked at Xiao Yicai.
"I need you to keep a close watch on that Li Xiaoyu."
"His every move, every word, every person he meets, and everything he says."
"I need you to send me a secret report the moment anything happens."
"Can you do that?"
At his words, Xiao Yicai's body trembled.
A delighted smile spread across his face.
"This disciple accepts!"
He bowed deeply to Daoist Daoxuan, his forehead striking the floor with a loud thud.
"This disciple will not fail you, Master!"
"Good."
Daoist Daoxuan looked at him