One stone stirred a thousand waves.
As Hun Xuzi's words fell, the plaza, which had been boiling with excitement over the birth of the Nine-Rank Profound Pill, instantly fell silent. The faces of all the Yao Clan elders darkened in an instant, cold glints flickering in their eyes.
The Tou She Ancient God Jade was held by each of the eight ancient clans. Every clan treated it as a priceless treasure and guarded it with utmost care; even ordinary elders were unable to lay eyes on it. Those unaware of this matter might be forgiven, but those who knew looked at Hun Xuzi as though he were insane. How could the Yao Clan possibly lend such a treasure to him? Had this fellow been so enraged that his brain had fried?
"This guy..."
Xiao Yan too frowned as he watched Hun Xuzi. The strange smile on the latter's face gave him a faint sense of unease. Saying such things in the Yao Clan was undoubtedly a provocation against the Yao Clan's authority. With this fellow's strength as a six-star Dou Saint, he could not possibly escape from Yao Dan's hands.
"Something isn't right..."
Years of experience had given Xiao Yan a keen instinct. Vaguely, he sensed that something was amiss. Hun Xuzi was no fool; he should understand what kind of response those words would bring from the Yao Clan, yet he remained utterly fearless.
At this thought, Xiao Yan's heart sank slightly. With a flash, he appeared beside Old Yao, his expression grave as he whispered, "Be careful."
Old Yao nodded solemnly. He too found Hun Xuzi somewhat strange.
In the sky, Elder Wanhuo's face was gloomy, and killing intent surged in his eyes as he looked at Hun Xuzi. The moment Yao Dan gave the word, he would