Chapter 56: Lost in the Depths: Exploring the Tomb.

Unbeknownst to the Qian clan group, a sinister plot brewed within the shadows of the Zephyr clan and Sun Ru. As Zephyr Zhong and Sun Ru departed, Grand Elder Guoliang and other elders engaged in discussions with other clans present, ensuring to uphold their amicable relations. Meanwhile, Luo Tian, Xie Fang, Miyuki, and Li Meiren remained behind with other disciples of the Qian clan.

Hours passed in uneasy silence until more arrivals stirred the ground beneath them. A tremor rippled through the earth, prompting startled exclamations among the gathered cultivators.

"Did you feel that?"

"This isn't natural!"

"Everyone, stay calm!" Anxiety spread like wildfire among those unaware of the situation, even unsettling disciples from smaller clans.

In response to the rising panic, elders from these minor clans swiftly intervened. With reassuring words and steady actions, they worked to soothe the frayed nerves of all present.