Tang Xiao's gaze swept over everyone present. "I'm not gambling. I intend to win."
No one spoke.
Tang Xiao slowly rose to his feet, his tall figure casting a deep shadow in the candlelight. "Send Yuehua a reply. Tell her the sect has received her message and ask her to keep watch on developments in Heaven Dou City. At the same time, ask her one question. Based on her assessment of the current situation, when would be the most appropriate time for the Clear Sky Sect to emerge?"
He paused, then added, "Her answer may not represent the sect's decision, but she has spent many years in Heaven Dou City. She understands the way power operates in that city better than any of us. Her judgment is worth hearing."
The elders exchanged glances and nodded one after another. This was the safest plan; no one could find fault with it.
"Meeting adjourned." Tang Xiao left after saying that.
The elders rose in succession and headed out in small groups. Fifth Elder was the last to leave. Before stepping out, he glanced back at the empty main seat and muttered something under his breath, but no one heard it clearly.
Before long, a letter was sent from the Clear Sky Sect and delivered to Heaven Dou City at the greatest possible speed.
By the time Tang Yuehua received the letter, several days had already passed.
She had just watched Tang Hao finish his medicine.
When she returned to the study, a letter sealed with wax was already lying on the table, the seal bearing the mark of the Clear Sky Sect.
Tang Yuehua opened the letter and read it word by word. As she read, the corners of her lips rose slightly, only to be pressed back down soon after.
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