"The Teng Snake Clan is an Imperial Clan, after all. Wouldn't this provoke dissatisfaction among the other Imperial Clans of the Myriad Races?" Nangong Su said with some concern.
He stood beside Yuan Xi, his brows slightly furrowed and his voice kept very low.
"The Teng Snake Clan broke the rules first. If we don't retaliate, won't the other Imperial Clans of the foreign races think our human race is weak and easily bullied? Hmph!" Yuan Xi snorted coldly. A trace of his Saint Realm pressure leaked out with that snort, making the surrounding air grow heavier.
"You have a point, Director. My main concern is that the Imperial Clans of the other foreign races might seize the opportunity to plot something," Nangong Su said worriedly.
As he spoke, his gaze swept across the distant horizon, as though he were weighing something.
"If the Teng Snake Clan won't follow the rules, then there'll be no need for anyone to follow them from now on! I'll discuss this matter with the powerhouses of the various races."
"We may have our disputes in normal times, but when it comes to facing outsiders, our goals have always been aligned. There's no need to worry." Yuan Xi's deep voice inspired trust.
"As for that mysterious powerhouse you mentioned, do you have any leads?" Yuan Xi asked, looking at Nangong Su.
Those aged eyes were unfathomable, as though they meant to see right through Nangong Su.
"None. After he struck and wiped out Si Yi, he vanished. He probably left using the power of an Emperor Weapon." Nangong Su spun his nonsense without a change in expression, his voice steady and his gaze never wavering.
"In that case, we'll leave the matter alone for now! Everything else can wait until we've dealt with the Teng