Long Chen’s sudden hostility stunned both the Jiuli race and the violet blood race.4

Even Qingyu was baffled. The Jiuli race had arrived with goodwill. Even if Long Chen chose to refuse their offer, was there truly a need for such a harsh tone?0

They were, after all, the Jiuli race. Offending them would only bring him unnecessary trouble. Rejecting their offer was one thing, but antagonizing them outright?0

That would only be harmful to Long Chen.0

Zhao Manjiang’s expression shifted subtly, and for a brief moment, a flash of killing intent crossed his eyes. It vanished as quickly as it appeared, but Qingyu caught it. She suddenly realized something, and her expression ...0