The Villa Master of Hidden Sword Villa watched as the disciples retreated swiftly, his face flushed in an instant, and he bellowed in rage, "Useless!"
But even with his furious outburst, the many disciples of Hidden Sword Villa present remained silent, their eyes showing neither a trace of shame nor embarrassment.
"Better a friend's death than my own."
"Are you kidding? The Hidden Sword Villa is led by the Zuo family, so even if we take down Heshenghe, what benefit do we get? Even if we survive this sword array, they won't let me use the Five Assistant Swords when the villa is reclaimed. Amazing as it may be, it's for the Villa Master's gain, not ours. Who would be foolish enough to risk decapitation, doing such a thankless job to benefit the Villa Master at the cost of our own lives?"
