The Third Elder revealed a cold smirk as his aura fully manifested, unabashed and unrestrained. His gaze turned to Gu Lan, the sneer on his face deepening.
Seeing his expression, Gu Lan's face darkened immediately.
"You're not here to save anyone, are you?"
From the man's every movement earlier, Gu Lan could tell that he wasn't here to rescue anyone. Instead, his intention was clear—he wanted Young Lord Xuanyuan dead.
"Master Gu, you're a perceptive man. I'll cut to the chase: kill him, and I'll let you leave."
This single sentence infuriated Young Lord Xuanyuan.
"You're just an Elder! How dare you act so insolently!"
Initially, he had pinned his hopes on Gu Lan, but now he realized that this man sought to end his life instead.
"You think you're entitled to speak?"
The Third Elder scoffed dismissively, then turned back to Gu Lan, asking again, "So, Master Gu, what's your decision?"