742 Old Acquaintance

The Grand Speaker had likely come to fully understand the danger posed by the Crystal Tower, which was why he intended to uproot the Crystal Tower completely this time.

However, those four words—uproot it completely—were far easier said than done.

After all, it was still unknown just how many people in the Crystal Tower had taken part in this rebellion. Yet by issuing such an order, the Grand Speaker clearly intended to kill rather than risk letting anyone slip through, to erase the Crystal Tower from existence entirely!

Xia Ming drew a deep breath and sighed. "Does that mean everyone from the Crystal Tower will have to..."

Councilor Blue Light nodded solemnly. "Anyone who resists will be killed without exception."

Xia Ming sighed. He could understand the reasoning, but this would inevitably lead to rivers of blood.

Yet if even a single traitor were allowed to escape, the resulting losses would be beyond measure. Under such circumstances, this was the only option.

Councilor Liya understood the gravity of the matter as well. She gave a soft sigh, but could only agree with this course of action.

In truth, they all knew perfectly well that if even one traitor from the Crystal Tower escaped, it could become an enormous calamity for the Human Alliance and cause even greater losses. By then, the people of the continent would likewise be plunged into dire straits, suffering even more bitterly.

"Then what should we do?" Xia Ming asked Councilor Blue Light.

Blue Light said, "The Grand Speaker has already made his decision. He has shared the news with the Holy Temple. Our two sides will join forces to destroy the Crystal Tower."

Xia Ming's heart stirred.

"Joining hands with the Holy Temple..." Councilor Liya nodded slightly, finding it quite understandable.

"Joining hands with the