[Song recommendation: Aching (Alchemy of Souls OST)]
Baffled by Chi Cheng's unwavering arrival, the Palace Generals immediately looked questioningly at Han Xuelian who had just taken his seat amongst them.
"Dear Generals," the Grandmaster greeted, "this Honouring Ceremony was prepared for you thoughtfully so give your attention to the disciple representing our Ice Sect. It would be a pity if you missed even a second of his performance."
Slightly disoriented from having his Qi and blood absorbed by Chi Cheng, Han Xuelian defended against an aching headache that brewed. His vision blurred deliriously, but he blinked a few times to regain clarity.
"You're very confident in Chi Chengxin, Grandmaster Han," the Huo General ascertained, eyeing Han Xuelian with a sideways glance. "What have you managed to accomplish that the Shan and Feng clan were unable to do with him?"
