His scheme had backfired spectacularly. Not only had he failed, but he had also earned Song Wanning's enmity.
He truly regretted it now.
However, he failed to notice the profound silence on the other end.
It was an unnerving silence.
After a long pause, Gong Ye stated that he would provide the Seven-Colored Flower as promised, but only on the condition that the matter remained confidential.
The Sect Master of the Supreme Sect breathed a sigh of relief. He had been terrified that the other party would renege on the deal, leaving him with no other recourse.
A dark glint flashed in his eyes.
'There was nothing to be done. It was all for personal gain.'
...
Half a month later, the Sect Master of the Supreme Sect had fallen.
The news was so sudden it caught everyone off guard.
As soon as word spread, it sparked intense debate, with all suspicion pointing directly at Song Wanning of the Ancient Cold Sect.
