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The atmosphere in the hall suddenly turned as cold as ice.

Behind closed doors, the five of Lotus Heart Pavilion discussed, eventually presenting a resolution no outsider might accept; the four Peak Masters first joined forces to restrain Xiao Tingshu, then they would thoroughly and mercilessly conduct an internal investigation of Yuanwu Peak; Immortal Platform's pressure descended, under Crane Inspector's supervision, the entire Kongtong became the subject of scrutiny, every suspicious aspect had to be dissected and brought to light.

These were three entirely different outcomes.

The few people from Lotus Heart Pavilion stopped speaking for a moment, still casting their gaze toward the composed Xiao Tingshu standing before them.

Xiao Tingshu looked at Wudong, and amidst a silent stare, he slowly raised his hands to unbuckle his sword and closed his eyes.

"Take him into custody," Wudong finally shifted his gaze, stepping forward with his hand on his sword and entering the hall.