"Stop those bastards." Bai Xifeng commanded, her voice carrying an unmistakable, chilling wave of absolute killing intent. She gritted her teeth, her dark eyes flashing coldly in the gloom. "Protect Baihu. I can't let a single one of them interrupt his breakthrough."
"Are you absolutely certain?" Baishe asked, seeking one final confirmation.
There was a much deeper, far heavier meaning hidden behind that simple, quiet question. They both knew that once he stepped outside the boundaries of this hidden division and unleashed his true, unrestricted power, his hidden existence would no longer remain a secret to the powerful, predatory sects of the world. There would be no turning back from the world-changing chaos it would inevitably bring down upon her head.
Bai Xifeng understood exactly what he was asking and the risks involved. Yet, her final answer came without even a single moment of hesitation.
"Yes. I am absolutely sure." Bai Xifeng gave a firm, unyielding nod.
