The conviction in Xian Tiandi's voice left no room for doubt. He wasn't guessing. He wasn't worrying needlessly. He knew.
Elder Qiu sighed. "The Patriarch did tell us to act according to your instructions in matters beyond simple protection. If you truly believe this is urgent..."
"It is," Xian Tiandi confirmed.
Elder Feng nodded slowly. "Then we will accompany you to the Crimson Ruins. Both Elder Qiu and myself. Two Golden Core cultivators should be sufficient to handle most threats."
"We should leave immediately," Xian Tiandi said. "Every moment we delay..."
"Understood." Elder Feng stood. "Give us five minutes to prepare. We'll need some supplies and to inform the others of our departure."
The two elders left the meeting hall quickly, moving with purpose. The Zhou elders watched them go, then turned to Xian Tiandi with curious expressions.
"You're certain about this?" one of them asked.
"Completely," Xian Tiandi replied.
