Before The Beginning [2]

Chen Hao sat in his wheelchair, silent. The hall, filled with Chen Clan members, felt colder than usual.

Most were relatives of Rain, yet not a single one spoke up in support.

Without a strong elder to back them, no one dared challenge Nangong Bingyan.

Chen Hao was crippled, and Rain and Emily were still too young, not even core disciples of the clan. The others remained quiet, indifferent, like spectators waiting for the show to begin.

Nangong Bingyan stood at the center, drawing all eyes. She slowly unveiled the Endless Sea Coral—a treasure few could ever hope to see, let alone possess.

The coral's red hue, glowing faintly with a purple sheen, was mesmerizing.

Whispers spread through the crowd.

"That's Endless Sea Coral. Even kings and generals would kill for a low-grade version of it."

"She has three… and they're all top-tier."