Yu Mugao sat in a high position in the hall, with two peak Qi Cultivation Realm guests standing respectfully beside him. The vast hall was silent, with not a single person daring to speak. Yu Mugao's expression was slightly weary, clearly having suffered greatly during this period. His deep voice reverberated through the hall when he spoke.0

"Muyuan… is there still no news from Mujian?"1

The person seated below him was tall and thin. His features bore a resemblance to Yu Mugao, albeit lacking his dark and venomous demeanor. It was one of the two men who used to follow him, and they nodded and replied respectfully, "Fourth brother said he went north to seek a place to sharpen his sword's edge…. It's been several months, and there's still no sign of his return."0

"Damn fool!" Yu Mugao hissed as he cursed under his...2