The journey that should have been orderly turned into a bizarre procession led by high Elder Shatter Peak barreling through the corridors while Zhenyu casually walked behind him. Somehow, despite walking, Zhenyu kept pace effortlessly.
A short while later, they emerged from the prison complex and the Wild Peak members waiting outside immediately noticed them.
High Elder Palm Saber's expression brightened. "High Elder Shatter Peak!"
Several other elders stood as well, while the disciples accompanying them began murmuring excitedly. Seeing High Elder Shatter Peak walking freely was already enough to improve their mood considerably.
Then they noticed his expression and the excitement faded slightly. High Elder Shatter Peak looked terrifyingly calm. He stopped before the gathered members of the Wild Peak and looked across them.
"My fellow elders and disciples," he said.
Everyone fell silent.
