Unfazed by the scrutiny, Jiang Chen smiled faintly. “You should know his motives, everyone, but I understand your concern. If you still have doubt, I’ll have my blood tested to prove my innocence after we kill this fiend. At this moment though, we must stay focused. Don’t give Lightford any chance to escape, or we’ll live eternally in regret!”

He wasn’t going to let the demon get his way. The attempt was clumsy, but the timing perfect.

The ten sacred lands had never been a close-knit group. Although they wouldn’t readily believe Lightford’s claim, the seeds of doubt had been planted.

Eternal’s forefather laughed. “If...