The Illusion Array at Snow Lake had opened ahead of schedule, something that had not happened in thousands of years. This break with precedent naturally drew the entire island's attention, alarming even the first-rate factions.
Savage Blade Heavenly Sect.
Lu Renkuang was still somewhat distracted as he wiped down the Heavenly Blade beside a flower bed in the rear courtyard.
Suddenly!
A pillar of white light shot into the sky, startling a suspicious look into his eyes.
He took out a jade slip to issue inquiries and orders.
Within a few breaths.
The Great Elder hurried over.
Having received word from the Sixth Elder, he had already learned some details of the anomaly at Snow Lake and promptly came to report.
"Reporting to Sect Master!"
"This subordinate has discovered that Mister Yi and..."
Before he could finish, Lu Renkuang indeed narrowed his eyes and raised his gaze!
"Elder Song."
"I have long stated that there is no need to concern ourselves with that man. Have you forgotten? From this day onward, I do not wish to hear his name again."
"I summoned you here only because of the anomaly at Snow Lake!"
The pressure surged forth unceasingly, and the Great Elder cupped his fists and bowed.
"Yes..."
"Reporting to Sect Master, Snow Lake opened ahead of schedule because Sect Masters Xu and Luo sought to curry favor with that man."
As those tactful words rang out, Lu Renkuang revealed a disdainful smile.
"So that was it."
"Hmph. I thought the Island Master had emerged from seclusion early and that Snow Lake had undergone some change. I never expected it to be them."
"To curry favor with a Heavenly Tier Fifth Grade, they would spare no expense and throw away a million Immortal Crystals for nothing. They truly care neither for