Chu Kui's departure was not an isolated case. Not long after, Luo Chen found himself sending off two more Initiates from the Luo Tian Society—Li Yingzhang and Min Longyu.0

Originally, Luo Chen had planned for a rotation, but the Ice Fortress was now heavily embattled on that front, and Duan Feng had to juggle responsibilities on the enchanted artifact trade and the battle line. As a result, the Luo Tian Society's designated defense line took a hit. With only Wang Yuan and Xu Haizhen holding the line, things were far from optimal. Thus, Li Yingzhang was dispatched as well, even though he was technically a guest elder. Min Longyu, naturally, was going there to provide formation support; he was expected to return once the formations were fully set. But Li Yingzhang was expected to remain stationed there for the long haul.0

Atop Danxia Peak, Luo Chen gazed at the two of them, his expression growing heavy. Over the past year, he had provided plenty of Blood-Burning Pills to the Ruthless Lineage. He didn't know how Fairy Ruthless had used them, but it seemed to have done little to improve the state of her faction. As a result, even the Luo Tian Society had become affected by their troubles. Now he was once again forced to part with two of his key generals.0

"President, don't worry," Min Longyu said confidently, misreading Luo Chen's solemn face. "Once I arrive,...1