The atmosphere within the Sword Mound was very eerie.

Both the Ghost Faction and the Wild Wolf Palace were led by their respective Eldest Apprentice Brothers, accompanied by a group of sect members. Their strength was quite evenly matched, and even surpassed many of the factions participating in the Palace Contest. On the other hand, Du Fei stood together with the top prodigy of the Wanjian Faction, Wan Ling, and it was clear that they were partners. The combined strength ...