Chapter 1140 - 1138: Terrible News

After hearing these words, everyone’s gaze fell upon the Hexagonal Golden Snake. Since it had already restrained its aura and transformed into a nondescript old man, most people overlooked him, not realizing that this old man possessed such terrifying power...

The Hexagonal Golden Snake always kept its eyes half-closed, seemingly disliking interactions with others and not speaking to anyone proactively.

Feng Tianci and the others naturally discerned this, and they were also well aware that those with terrifying power often have peculiar personalities, so they naturally dared not provoke the Hexagonal Golden Snake lightly. Since the person did not want to speak, they also refrained from asking too much.

Wang Zhan’s gaze fell on the Sword Spirit, and he directly said, "You take the Hexagonal Golden Snake for a walk around the area and quickly find him a place to settle down. We don’t want to waste his time. I believe the Hexagonal Golden Snake surely wants to use all his time to enhance his cultivation."

The Sword Spirit nodded and walked towards the Hexagonal Golden Snake, who did not refuse. Wang Zhan’s thoughts were indeed similar to his own; he was merely wasting time here. Furthermore, he always adhered to the rules on the Star War Battlefield—that is, never to make friends, so he knew nothing about human relationships, which only made him feel more weary in such situations.

After the two left the Great Hall, the Fire Qilin no longer wasted time and went on its way, desiring only to rest well now.

Li Du and Zhao Feiyu exchanged a glance, then both showed a difficult expression and went upstairs, which was quite puzzling. Although Li Du was not talkative daily, Zhao Feiyu was a chatterbox who could not stop talking, and most people even rejected him. If not for his strength, he might have long been expelled from the Sky Pavilion.

But in this situation today, he chose to leave voluntarily, which was indeed strange, yet everyone focused their attention on Wang Zhan, ignoring these matters.

On the other side, Li Du and Zhao Feiyu had already gone upstairs.

Just as they returned to the room, Zhao Feiyu’s gaze fell on Li Du, and he said slowly, "Actually, I don’t want to see their upcoming expressions. I believe they will soon feel it, as Xiang Tian did not come back with us. When they know the truth, I estimate Wang Zhan’s mood will be bad, and everyone’s mood will likely be the same..."

Li Du nodded but did not say much.

He knew Wang Zhan a bit longer than Zhao Feiyu but was aware of the camaraderie between everyone in the Sky Pavilion. Though all their thoughts were centered on Wang Zhan, with him being the core of them all, these people had experienced many things together, so their relationships were far beyond their imagination. It might be better for Wang Zhan to have a private conversation with them.

Meanwhile, Wang Zhan had already sat down in the Great Hall downstairs, his gaze surveying the people present. Seeing no one mention the Hexagonal Golden Snake, it seemed because of his recent return that everyone had forgotten about the Hexagonal Golden Snake’s existence. Yet the more this was the case, the more uncomfortable Wang Zhan felt.

He hesitated for a moment, lightly tapping the table with his finger, then slowly said, "Everyone, don’t you realize someone is missing?"

Instantly, everyone’s expression changed, and Luo Xue was the first to advance quickly to Wang Zhan, saying hurriedly, "I just realized that Xiang Tian is missing? Didn’t he leave with you? Could it be that he found life in the sea domain to be good and chose to stay there?"

Meanwhile, Xuan Yu shook his head, holding his arms as he slowly said, "I heard Mr. Wang got along with the Dragon Clan, and they have a body refining method and special Trial Grounds for the younger generation. Xiang Tian must have stayed with the Dragon Clan to quickly improve his strength, right?"

"Others might not know his character well, but I find it clear that he always appears competitive and indomitable. How could he just stay there long term?"

The people present glanced at each other and gradually laughed, the atmosphere easing considerably, except Luo Xue, still having a solemn expression. Having interacted with Wang Zhan the longest, he knew him quite well. Seeing Wang Zhan’s expression now, without explaining anything about Xiang Tian, he felt unease but dared not ask proactively, waiting for Wang Zhan to answer.

In a moment, Feng Tianci smiled and said, "Alright, since Xiang Tian isn’t coming back, we should hold our Celebration Banquet. We should remember Wang Zhan hasn’t returned to the Sky Pavilion for a long time, and we haven’t gathered well. With so many people here today, it’s a rare opportunity. Everyone should cherish it, so get busy with preparations and hold the Celebration Banquet for Wang Zhan tonight."

Everyone nodded, then left without hesitation, heading towards the doors.

Then Wang Zhan gritted his teeth, hesitating for a moment before speaking in a deep voice, "Things are not as you think. Xiang Tian is not cultivating within the Dragon Clan. When he followed me into the ruins, he encountered danger inside, so he didn’t have the chance to come out."

Instantly, upon hearing these words, everyone’s expressions turned grim, and many people’s smiles froze at this moment. They glanced at each other, unsure what to say, only feeling their breathing grow heavier.

Yet Wang Zhan did not speak, his expression looking terribly gloomy, and his fingers kept tapping the table before him.

Luo Xue quickly recovered, shaking his head and self-assuredly saying, "That’s impossible. I know Xiang Tian very well. Although he seems arrogant daily, he’s meticulous, so how could such a thing happen? Surely, there’s a misunderstanding. Am I right?"

"Brother Wang, the three of us came to the Star War Battlefield together. We’re the closest people here, so surely even if the sky fell, you’d unconditionally protect us. Now Xiang Tian followed you out, how could you not ensure his safety?"

Wang Zhan sighed, tightly clenching his fist, then slowly said, "Indeed, I have my faults in this matter. Had I made fully prepared arrangements, Xiang Tian could have returned with me. So regardless, Xiang Tian’s death is my responsibility. I’ll visit the fifth war zone later, explain everything thoroughly to the people there, and relay Xiang Tian’s situation to them. If they have any anger, let it be directed at me."

Yet Wang Zhan knew that Xiang Tian’s father understood, when staying with Wang Zhan, Xiang Tian could quickly train to become self-sufficient, though this was not necessarily beneficial. Staying with Wang Zhan meant numerous dangers, unexpected troubles, or loss of life could arise at any time.

Though Wang Zhan exerted himself to protect Xiang Tian, there are no guarantees of success in this world.

"Should we still hold the Celebration Banquet tonight?"

One person’s gaze fell on Feng Tianci at this moment, quickly asking.

As Wang Zhan had expected, all matters within the Sky Pavilion had long weighed on Feng Tianci’s shoulders, who had grown weary of it. Yet his strength mattered. Without him in the Sky Pavilion, neighboring strong foes would come causing trouble.

Although Wang Zhan returned now, people were used to consulting Feng Tianci before making decisions.

Feng Tianci frowned and said, "Why all the fuss? Do you think we have time to drink now? Or I feel like drinking? Hurry and get out, stop being a nuisance here!"

Anybody could see Wang Zhan’s mood was not very good; how could they hold a Celebration Banquet now?

Yet beyond everyone’s expectations, Wang Zhan slightly narrowed his eyes, waving his hand, and directly said, "Alright, since Xiang Tian has passed away, we must do our duty. People with me are weary from travel, in addition to the Hexagonal Golden Snake just arriving in the Sky Pavilion, so reason demands good arrangements. Continue with previous preparations, and we’ll host the Celebration Banquet tonight."

Everyone glanced at each other, then nodded, and Wang Zhan looked at Luo Xue, "You stay, and others may leave."