章 1038: Chapter 22 This Time I Take the Lead [2 in 1]

The cave entrance.

The master of the Supreme Mountain's Chaoyang Peak, together with several elders of the mountain, including the Grand Elder, all had a hint of unease hidden on their faces.

Because this task, after deliberation by the higher-ups, had come to rest on the shoulders of Supreme Mountain.

Faced with public opinion, Supreme Mountain of course could only choose to accept.

Even though they knew this task was not anything pleasant, and significant sacrifices and losses were undoubtedly certain.

But given the current situation, they not only had to accept, but also had to perform it brilliantly, otherwise, they would become the target of public criticism—what was the mighty Supreme Mountain doing, not taking on any tasks?

Why not arrange for some other sect? This question was on the tip of their tongues, but they couldn't bring themselves to voice it.

Therefore, even though they knew it was a set-up, they had no choice but to go along with it.

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