Hearing Gu Chenfeng's calm question, the Sword-Walking Venerable showed a trace of approval.
He knew that the information he had shared would surely have a tremendous impact on the three of them.
Even he himself, back when he first learned the truth of the ancient war and the crisis facing the Seven Star Continent,
had been unable to remain composed, just like Jiang Yin and Si Mingwei.
Gu Chenfeng's composure exceeded his expectations and made him appreciate this final disciple of his all the more.
At last, he pondered briefly before speaking earnestly.
"We have no absolute certainty, but we are prepared for battle.
"Ten thousand years ago, under the leadership of great predecessors such as Taiching Daoist, the Dragon Emperor, and the Barbarian God, the Seven Star Continent defeated the invaders from the Upper Realm.
"But to resist an even greater threat from the Upper Realm, those supreme experts could only seal these fiends away temporarily, while they ascended to the Upper Realm to continue the struggle."
Mu Chen's expression grew increasingly grave.
"This war, which will decide whether the Seven Star Continent survives or perishes, has never ended. It has continued from ten thousand years ago to this very day.
"Now, it has merely reached a point where it is about to erupt.
"Throughout this time, although the Human Race and Demon Race have had their disputes,
"the leaders of both sides have been striving to improve their strength and prepare for this war.
"Ten thousand years have greatly increased the overall strength of the Seven Star Continent.
"With the additional support of resources sent by the supreme experts in the Upper Realm,
"the Seven Star Continent has also produced some new top-tier powerhouses.
"Even without those supreme experts leading us, we now have the confidence to face