章 1149: Astral Crucible

Liu Mei, never one to hold her tongue, cut in. "Bah! Why not? We've aseen what Miss Yulong can do, and she's not even the strongest among us."

Her eyes gleamed with a mixture of excitement and ambition. "If the Three Major Powers have grown complacent in their power, maybe it's time for a shake-up. The Heavens could use some fresh blood at the top."

Ren Feng, ever the voice of caution, spoke up. "Let's not get ahead of ourselves. Power is one thing, but the Three Major Powers have more than just strength on their side. Their influence runs deep, their resources vast. It would take more than raw power to challenge them."

As the discussion continued, Cain remained silent, his eyes distant as if seeing far beyond their current surroundings. Suddenly, he stiffened, his gaze sharpening with interest.