Chapter 232: Not Weaker Than Others
Deathly silence answered him.
After a moment, the other's voice softened considerably as he gently persuaded, "Guang Yangzi, I'm sure you understand the principle that no egg remains unbroken when the nest is overturned.
"Ten Great Immortal Sects do not want to pressure you relentlessly either. The truth is, the war has reached a critical juncture where the situation is utterly deadlocked.
"Your remote mountain sects have suffered greatly, but have we leading sects fared any better?
"I'll be frank with you. In our Heavenly Sword Sect alone, more than half of my fellow disciples from the same generation have already fallen in battle.
"I fear I'll soon be heading to the front lines myself.
"With the war reaching this point, there's no turning back now."
After a long while, Guang Yangzi sighed. "I understand, Honored Envoy. This time, let me accompany you.”
"Master!" a slightly hoarse voice cried out in alarm.
However, Guang Yangzi cut him off before he could say more. "My decision is final, Lian Chang! Do not try to dissuade me!"
"Excellent! I admire your resolve! In that case, I won't stay any longer. Remember, you must reach Congyun Mountain within seven days and rendezvous with us there."
After the other had departed, Guang Yangzi spoke to Third Senior Brother, "Lian Chang, come with me. Before I leave, there are matters I must entrust to you."