The Great Wei Dynasty.
Inside a secret chamber.
The appearance of two figures lent the place an air of particular mystery.
"Xu Qingxiao has already advanced to First Rank, yet you dare appear here. Aren't you afraid he'll detect you?"
A low voice rang out.
Soon, another voice slowly answered.
"He has broken through to First Rank, but finding me is impossible."
"Since I dare return to Great Wei, I have confidence."
"Your Highness, these are minor matters. Xu Qingxiao's breakthrough to First Rank has disrupted our plans."
"I've turned it over in my mind for a long time. He has already gathered momentum. If we want to suppress him, ordinary methods won't suffice. We must take that step."
"Otherwise, once Xu Qingxiao obtains the Central Continent Immortal Treasury, it will be hard for either of us to escape death."
The voice rang out.
It struck at the heart of the matter.
"This Xu Qingxiao truly exceeded our expectations. He actually made it this far."
"And he truly led Great Wei into an age of prosperity. Talent like his is rare throughout the ages."
The man addressed as Your Highness spoke slowly, lavishing praise on Xu Qingxiao.
But after saying this, he continued.
"Unfortunately..."
"He is merely a chess piece. The Three Demon Mark inside him is the greatest root of his calamity. Whatever happens, his ultimate fate is death."
"So there is no need to worry."
The prince spoke with utter confidence.
But the other man shook his head and looked at him.
"Your Highness possesses heaven-reaching means. I admire your ability to plant the Three Demon Mark inside Xu Qingxiao without his knowledge. It is truly an astonishing feat."
"The problem is, I don't believe the Three Demon Mark can restrain Xu Qingxiao. This man is shrouded in