Chương 244: Chapter 244 - Cleansed

The weight of Elder Zhu's words lingered in the air, weaving a tapestry of ancient lore and foreboding prophecies that cast a shadow over the sanctity of the Sect's revered grounds. His furrowed brow betrayed a profound sense of concern, mirroring the palpable unease that had settled within the hallowed halls of the Sect.

"The legends speak of an ancient darkness that once threatened to consume the very essence of our traditions and values," Elder Zhu intoned, his voice hushed with a reverence that underscored the gravity of his words. "It is said that the founders of our Sect faced a malevolent force that sought to corrupt the purity of our spiritual practices, invoking a curse that would haunt our lineage for generations to come."