Chapter 857 Young Powerhouse

• Inside the council hall of the Tansing estate, the Great Elder's knuckles tapped a measured rhythm on the jade table. After a moment's sober silence, he spoke. "Send word to every branch. I want a full investigation into Xosa Valley's new master—origin, history, everything—and I want it yesterday."
• He paused only long enough for the scribes to scratch down his command, then continued. "As for the prodigy who appeared in Spirit Valley, redouble our efforts. Bring him into the Tansing fold at any cost. His allegiance could push our family to the next tier. We cannot fail."
• Around him, the assembled elders inclined their heads in swift agreement, the torchlight flickering across their grim-set faces.