Everyone outside could see Xu Chengzze constantly explaining something, while Xu Ce's expression gradually changed with Xu Chengzze's explanations.
As Xiao Yan watched the several Venerables in the sky and sensed the fluctuations of the auras beside him, he felt both shock and concern.
"Teacher, this situation is very unfavorable for us!"
Xiao Yan could tell that even if the four major factions on their side joined forces, they were still short one Dou Zun-level combatant. To a Dou Zun, Dou Zongs were nearly beneath contempt.
Although Xiao Yan had possessed the strength of a high-star Dou Zong with Yao Lao's help earlier, there was still a considerable gap between him and a Dou Zun. Even receiving Lu Huangtian's casual strike had left him in a sorry state.
"Don't panic. I sense something unusual. If things truly become impossible, we can only run first!" Yao Lao replied.
Looking at the group around him—Xun Er, Zi Yan, Qing Lin, Su Zhang, and Xu Yingwu—none of them were weak. Xun Er in particular showed barely any worry in her eyes as she watched the battle.
Although Xiao Yan wanted to use the Soul-Turning Secret Technique to enhance his soul strength, the situation was truly dire. He had no time to restore his Dou Qi, so he could only abandon that unrealistic idea.
Within the group, Xu Yingwu watched Xu Chengzze and Xu Ce converse, feeling both baffled and deeply concerned. Too many things had happened to him in such a short time. Even now, he did not know what attitude he should take toward his father.
Xiao Yan also noticed that although Xu Chengzze had killed members of his own sect, he was highly capable at commanding his subordinates. Even now, the Echo Sect disciples faithfully maintained their formation and showed no