The Dagger Is Revealed

Did I give you permission to leave?

Lan Canghai turned around and met the deep gaze of the powerful figure from beyond the realm.

"Oh? What do you mean by that?"

A strange look flashed in Lan Canghai's eyes.

"It was Hall Master Liu invited us in the first place. Since Hall Master Liu is preoccupied with worldly affairs, shouldn't I refrain from disturbing him?"

Here it comes!

Seeing Lan Canghai's behavior, which was completely different from his usual kind-hearted image, everyone present perked up. Considering the unusual commotion at the Zhengyuan Sect recently, it seemed there was some juicy gossip to be had!

"That was definitely not right."

Faced with Lan Canghai's slightly provocative question, Xiao Han replied indifferently.

The unexpected answer left everyone stunned. Did this person not even bother with polite formalities?

His style of doing things is a bit domineering!

Lan Canghai was only slightly taken aback, but quickly recovered and chuckled inexplicably.

"It seems you intend to detain me by force?"

Then, changing the subject,

"Only..."

"Can you win over everyone here?"

Huh?!

The onlookers were astonished; what was going on with them?

Lan Canghai continued to explain his point of view.

"I know a little about Hall Master Liu's style; he's not someone who can't distinguish between what's important and what's not."

"To be absent from such a solemn occasion, do you all truly have no doubts?"

These words shocked everyone present.

Expressions of surprise, mockery, or bewilderment appeared on everyone's faces.

I see!

Listening to Lan Canghai's barbed words, Xiao Han realized that the other party was merely implying to everyone that he, this unfamiliar outsider, had killed Heavenly Azure Hall Liu Qingyang, and then joined forces with the traitors of the Heavenly Azure Hall to convene this conference.

If the idea provided by Lan Canghai is followed, this conference will be doomed. He could even rally a group of top forces in the Heavenly Azure Continent to fight against him, an "outsider".

As for the results...

Judging from the performance of the people on the field, it was clear that some of them had already begun to circulate their energy, and were obviously ready for battle.

Elder Yang Tian behind him had an even more ashen face. No one would give a pleasant look if they were falsely accused of being a traitor.

But...

This matter is not going to end easily.

Realizing that his provocations had begun to take effect, Lan Canghai was overjoyed. So what if he was strong? Could he really ignore the wrath of the masses?

Although he was unclear about the specific purpose of this so-called Ice Saint, based on his judgment, the other party should be a law-abiding person, which gave him the basis to launch an attack.

"Heh~"

"Although I don't really need to explain anything to you."

"But there's one thing you said that's correct."

Just as Lan Canghai was feeling triumphant, Xiao Han chuckled softly, subtly changing his self-designation, which added a touch of gloom to the air.

"But for the sake of the highly respected Hall Master Liu, I'll explain a bit."

As soon as the words were spoken, the leaders of all the factions felt an immense pressure bearing down on them.

"I certainly have the strength to take down all of you."

"Now, anyone with opinions may stand up and speak."

"Grass!"

Yan Lie and the others felt their cultivation techniques almost unable to function smoothly under this pressure, and their faces turned red as they gained a more direct experience of Xiao Han's strength.

They found their own desperate, doomed thoughts laughable. In this state, without getting up, they couldn't even manage the simplest action of speaking.

If a real war breaks out, there will only be one outcome: the fish will die, but the net will not break.

"Boom!"

Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw that Lan Canghai, who had just been so indomitable, was now kneeling on the ground, his knees crushing the hard platform floor into a pile of powder.

The other party's ferocious expression, clenched fists, and desperate stance showed that he was not afraid of death, but was suppressed on the spot by terrifying pressure.

"Do you understand now?"

After about the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, the pressure suddenly dissipated, and everyone who had been struggling felt completely relaxed, as if they had been granted a pardon. Heavy breathing filled the air.

"Thank you for your mercy, Senior Ice Saint."

Yang Jiuxiao, a seasoned and shrewd senior, took the lead, bowing to Xiao Han. The others followed suit, completely dispelling any lingering doubts in their hearts.

When the gap in strength between the two sides becomes insurmountable, any resistance is futile. The leaders of the forces who are still relatively clear-headed choose to lie down and look at Lan Canghai kneeling on the ground with pity.

"Boy, trying to play tricks on me? Your strength is not enough."

Xiao Han walked step by step to Lan Canghai, the coldness in his tone making the surrounding space seem to freeze.

Resentment, hatred, fear...

As Lan Canghai struggled to lift himself up, Xiao Han discerned a multitude of emotions in the gaze that met his own.

"I acted impulsively and offended you, senior. I hope you will forgive me."

At this moment, Lan Canghai suppressed all negative emotions, leaving only the fear and unease that ordinary people feel when they offend a powerful person.

Such behavior would likely have been overlooked by an ordinary strong person to show magnanimity.

However, Xiao Han continued to press his advantage.

"Impulse?"

"No, I didn't see any impulsiveness in you. Your thinking is very clear!"

"You Hall Master Liu seem to have a good relationship? You seem quite worried about what happened to him!"

Xiao Han's sarcastic words caused Lan Canghai's face to turn red and then pale, while also making everyone else murmur among themselves.

Although the Zhengyuan Sect and the Heavenly Azure Hall are not exactly irreconcilable enemies, they are still in opposing camps. It is not unreasonable for Lan Canghai, the Sect Master of the Zhengyuan Sect, to be concerned about the situation of Liu Qingyang, the Heavenly Azure Hall.

But the former's focus is solely on the latter's death date; as for offending others by standing up for the other's death...

Only God knows.

It seems...

This sect Sect Master of the Zhengyuan Sect is a bit dishonest!

The crowd exchanged subtle glances and harbored strange thoughts.

Then, Xiao Han's words pushed the already tense atmosphere to its peak.

"You, a traitor from the Heavenly Azure Continent, dare to make veiled accusations against me?!"

Traitor?!

The sudden bombshell revelation immediately grabbed the audience's attention.

"Traitor?!"

Lan Canghai's expression changed slightly, and his tone became impassioned.

"Senior, what are you saying? The Zhengyuan Sect under my command has established academies throughout the Heavenly Azure Continent, guiding all living beings onto the path of cultivation. Slaying demons and monsters is a piece of cake for us. I have no regrets about our work."

"Where did these rumors come from, that they would slander a junior like this?"

"His intentions are despicable!"

"I hope you will investigate this matter thoroughly, senior!"

His words were passionate and righteous, making the image of the upright Sect Master vivid and persuasive.

"To be worthy of all living beings?"

Under the gaze of everyone present, Xiao Han paused slightly, then revealed a mocking expression.

"Are you deceiving yourself, or do you really think I'm a fool?"

"How about I capture a few Extraterrestrial Evil race from beyond the Heavenly Azure Continent to confront you?"

"Extraterrestrial Evil race?"

"Outside the Heavenly Azure Continent?"

"..."

Hearing Xiao Han's somewhat unfamiliar words, and combining them with the half-claw of the Scaled Claw they possessed, the group had already deduced most of the truth. After all, things outside were not a secret, and their gazes toward Lan Canghai became increasingly disgusted and even hateful.

Passive resistance can be described as a lack of enthusiasm, and being unable to win is a matter of strength. But actively turning against your cause and becoming a traitor is a matter of stance.

Faced with a matter of life and death concerning the entire continent, all factions agree that there is only one way to deal with a traitor...

Kill them without mercy!

Xiao Han stretched out his palm, made a grasping motion towards Lan Canghai, grabbed him by the neck, and lifted him up into the air.

"If it's just pointless arguing, then take your load of nonsense and disappear from this world."

Then his hand clenched slightly, and the aura of death enveloped Lan Canghai's heart.

"Wait... wait!"

Lan Canghai struggled to speak up and stopped Xiao Han from continuing his actions.

"Explain!"

Xiao Han remained expressionless.

"If you kill me, half the people of the Heavenly Azure Continent will pay with their lives!"

"I mean what I say."

With a wide grin, Lan Canghai said this.