"Rob?!"
"If we seize this mine, we will surely tear all pretenses of civility with the Black Dragon Divine Guard!"
"Indeed. Although our Divine Dao Sect does not fear the Heavenly Dragon Divine Guard, if we make such a huge fuss over this mine, other sects may seize the opportunity to take advantage of us!"
"Mm, this matter requires further deliberation."
"In this old man's view, robbery is truly the worst course of action. Fighting and killing is by no means wise. Why not reveal our identities and see whether we can negotiate to purchase some Starfall Crystal Sand from this mining ground?"
By the end of his words, the elderly men quietly exchanged glances and nodded.
"That is indeed a feasible method."
"Starfall Crystal Sand is certainly precious, but everything in this world has its price. If we offer enough, perhaps there is still room for negotiation."
"Mm. Even if the hope is slim, we can only give it a try."
The elderly men, their faces carved with deep ravines, had weathered countless storms. In a few brief words, they saw through many matters and had already discussed the most reasonable course of action.
Yet when they thought of the coming transaction, none of them had any confidence in their eyes.
After all, a treasure like Starfall Crystal Sand was valued by every sect. Even if they offered enough, the Black Dragon Divine Guard might not agree.
As they exchanged uneasy glances—
Suddenly!
Void Ripples spread through the space before them!
Several figures slowly stepped forward.
Everyone wore solemn expressions as they stared intently at the silhouettes before them.
Yet once they saw the newcomers clearly, not a single person spoke first. A flicker of surprise and suspicion flashed through the elderly men's eyes, as though matters had gone