"We cannot release her; she harbors an evil that must be eradicated," Shi Yan declared, observing Wang Xiao's resolute demeanor. He crossed his arms in a gesture reminiscent of a monk's meditative stance and spoke with conviction.
"Evil seed?" Wang Xiao's eyebrows twitched in annoyance. Encountering such ignorance was becoming a tiresome routine for him. "And where did you acquire this piece of 'information'?" he asked, his face a mask of stoic inquiry.
Shi Lei interjected, "That's none of your—"
Shi Yan cut him off, focusing his intense gaze on Wang Xiao. "Are you the origin of that malevolent presence?" he accused, squinting as if trying to discern the truth through sheer will.
Wang Xiao remained silent, offering no defense against the baseless accusation.