Yan Ke’s facial features were twisted in agony. Veins bulged on his forehead, and beads of sweat the size of peas rolled down, yet he still forced out a flattering smile that looked more wretched than tears.
"I dare! I absolutely dare! War Guard, you are my second parent. As long as you need me, your subordinate would hand over this life to you at any moment!"
As he spoke, he snuck a glance at the five Grand Imperial Masters standing to the side, watching with cold indifference. He felt both resentful and terrified. The True Qi swirling around those five had condensed into a tangible force; the pressure they exerted felt like mountains bearing down, leaving him unable to breathe. His knees trembled involuntarily. He knew all too well that the gap between him and these men was beyond measure.
Chapter 140