Within the Long clan’s parliamentary hall, everyone who should be present had gathered. The one who shouldn’t have been there was also in attendance: Long Chen.3

The moment Long Chen entered, all eyes turned sharply toward him, their gazes piercing like swords. The air grew thick with palpable tension and brewing hostility.0

Just days ago, this very hall had hosted an assembly to determine the Long clan’s stance toward Long Chen, yet no conclusive decision had been reached. Now, with an even heavier atmosphere, it felt more akin to a trial. Every member present stared at Long Chen in stony silence.0

Three of the four Heavenly Saints...2