Chapter 41

In front of the Secret Realm's entrance, a tense atmosphere was palpable in the air. The three Clan Patriarchs—Patriarch Lin, Patriarch Wang, and Patriarch Zhi—stood side by side, but there was obvious tension between them. Mayor Cao stood in their midst, accompanied by several important city officials and heavily armed guards. Patriarch Lin folded his arms with a cold expression. "It's more than the appointed time. They should be out by now."