Chapter 370: War (1/2)

The defensive layer barrier created by Grand Elder Huo was enormous.

Spiritual qi seemed to brimmed with life around the sect thanks to the barrier.

”Phew, it's been a long time since I moved my muscles.” Grand Elder Huo said calmly.

”Uncle Huo, you are so strong,” Meng Yan ran toward Grand Elder Huo as she praised his skills.

At the same time, Kong Yusheng was clapping his hands in admiration of his techniques.

”To be able to activate all 4 formation runes consecutively and with no mishaps, Grand Elder Huo is indeed almighty.” Kong Yusheng praised.

”Hahaha, this is nothing to be admired.” Grand Elder Huo shook his head.

However, his blissful expression had shown that he was clearly joyful of being complimented.

”I know everyone is happy right now, but I think we should focus on the important thing,” Jing Feng suddenly intervened as she reminded them that they still have an enemy lying in wait.

Shan Zhilan nodded her head.

”Jing Feng is right, we still have to watch out for the Wolf Gang and most importantly, Meng Pao's action.” Shan Zhilan said.

They were not only up against an outer enemy, but they also had to deal with the Phoenix Sky Sect.

”I don't think we have to worry about the Wolf Gang yet… The Phoenix Sky Sect is what we should focus our attention on.” Yang Wei suddenly said.

”When I was clashing against the Wolf Gang, it was clear that they didn't really want to create a scene. Not to mention, it was Meng Pao who had hired them to capture Meng Yan. Thus, we should focus on the mastermind.”

Yang Wei's words were reasonable for the group to understand his viewpoint.

”Let's discuss this topic in another room,” Kong Yusheng said.

Everyone nodded their heads as they followed Kong Yusheng to a secretive room.

Sometime later, everyone took their seats and Kong Yusheng held a solemn expression.

Taking a deep breath, Kong Yusheng said in a grave tone, ”The Phoenix Sky Sect's influence and power is not something we can go against. Fighting them head-on will only result in a disastrous outcome for us because Meng Pao could easily command other sects to attack our flank.”

”What if we launch our attack first and destroy their supplies? Without supplies, Meng Pao could not sustain the disciples in a prolonged fight against us.”

”That wouldn't work because they can easily get supplies from others.”

The discussion soon continued for another hour as they tried to find the best solution to this outcome.

However, in the end, it was futile since none of them seemed to be logical or work when put in place.

”Sigh, should I just go back and convince my father to not be blinded by greed?” Meng Yan asked calmly.

”If convincing him was enough, then we wouldn't be discussing it here.” Yang Wei said.

And he continued, ”Meng Pao is not someone who would listen to others. Not to mention, he's a shrewd man that is willing to sacrifice thousands of people just to kill one person.”

Meng Yan raised an eyebrow. ”What do you mean by that, Yang Wei?”

Seeing her confused expression and how all the important people were gathered here, Yang Wei decided to recount Meng Pao's plot regarding the Misty Forest's mandatory summon.

”Catching Tang Xin was merely a ploy or an excuse by Meng Pao. His true motive was to have me die in the Misty Forest.”

”T-That's impossible… Father wouldn't do something like that.”

Yang Wei held a serious expression as he muttered, ”This information was confirmed by Elder Chen Xue, Meng Yan.”

Meng Yan's face turned ashen white when she heard his words.

Disappointment and grief soon filled her eyes as she wondered how her father could have fallen to this low.

He was an awesome leader and a loving father in her eyes. Yet, everything changed the moment she had left the Phoenix Sky Sect.

Yang Wei understood how much this would hurt Meng Yan.

However, he had no other choice left except to let her realize the reality.

Her father was no longer the father she once knew. It was best to understand this fact earlier than late as that would only make things more painful.

Sometime later, Kong Yusheng decided to end the discussion for now to let Meng Yan relax.

”I'll be leaving first…” Meng Yan said as she dashed off from the room.

Grand Elder Huo quickly chased after her whereas Yang Wei and the rest remained in the room.