"I've Already Broken Through the Spirit Refinement Pass and Reached Late-Stage Transformation Force!"

Yue Lingsong spent years in seclusion, leaving all matters on Radiant Glow Peak to the elders beneath him.

Yet the moment he heard of the Demonic Turmoil in Guangwu—and that three factions had joined forces to send aid while leaving Azure Radiance Manor out—he had emerged from seclusion.

He had even made the rare trip to Azure Vault Peak to see Feng Buting in person, asking him to visit the Star-Picking Sect and find out why.

Looking back now, that urgency seemed far too suspicious.

A seed of doubt took root in Feng Buting's heart, winding around it until his chest tightened.

"So be it!"

Feng Buting swept his sleeve aside and raised his eyes. Fierce killing intent surged within them as he said:

"Whether he's colluding with demons or not, seize everyone on Radiant Glow Peak and interrogate them one by one! If they resist arrest, that's ironclad proof of collusion. Kill them without mercy!"

He turned sharply toward Xu Zhouling in the seat of honor and drew a deep breath.

"Sect Master Xu!"

Xu Zhouling straightened, his expression turning grave.

"Speak, Elder Feng."

Feng Buting stepped forward and cupped his fists solemnly.

"Though this began as trouble within Azure Radiance Manor, the safety of every righteous faction in South Township is at stake. I ask you to lead the comrades of the Star-Picking Sect and join forces with the Feng Clan to wipe out this nest of demonic traitors!"

"Rest assured, Elder!"

Xu Zhouling rose and returned the salute, his face solemn.

"Eradicating demons and defending the righteous path is our duty. The Star-Picking Sect will not shirk it!"

"Good!"

A hard glint flashed through Feng Buting's eyes. Clenching his teeth, he said with murderous resolve:

"I'll return to the mountain now and report this to the branch