Chapter 81: Preparations before the beast tide II

As they arrived at the location, the group was met not only by Grand Elder Qian Guoliang but also by the complete assembly of elders from the Qian clan. Alongside them stood members of the Gong clan, led by Gong Xian, who held a position equivalent to Grand Elder Qian Guoliang in terms of cultivation strength, both being formidable eighth layer qi gathering realm cultivators.

Beside Gong Xian were five elders from the Gong clan. Four of these elders were at the seventh layer qi gathering realm. However, one elder stood out—a man appearing more youthful than his actual age, possibly in his early thirties. He had a tall stature and a well-defined muscular frame. His facial features were sharp and intense, his eyes emanating a silent cutting light. Tying his long black hair into a high ponytail, a few loose strands framed his face. Draped in a flowing dark blue robe that added to his imposing figure, he carried a sleek sword with an intricately designed hilt at his side.