But just then, another solemn announcement echoed from beyond the mountain gate.
"The Elders of the Yi, Dong, and Qin Families from the Golden Jade Tower have arrived to observe the ceremony!"
CLAMOR—!
The moment the announcement was made, the plaza erupted into chaos. More than half the attendees shot to their feet, filling the air with the grating sound of dragging chairs.
"The Golden Jade Tower? Why are they here?!"
"That can't be right. The Golden Jade Tower has always been neutral in Jade Lake City. They never get involved in local disputes, only business. Why the change of heart now?"
"Don't tell me the Seven Profound Sect and the Golden Jade Tower have been in cahoots all along? They hid it too well!"
As a superpower that spanned entire regions, the Golden Jade Tower wielded immense influence. The arrival of all three of its Vice Tower Lords at once was a shock to everyone.
