Heinrich raised his Scepter and announced loudly, "Everyone, to receive the Gods' blessing before the wedding, the Holy Tree must bloom and bear fruit. Please remain calm."
The Land Clan females present looked shocked, but inwardly, they all understood what was happening. They had already learned from Yue Hua Yin that as long as the Holy Tree bore fruit, the Star Gate could be opened. However, looking at the eerie scene unfolding before them, their hearts still sank.
The Coral Altar where Jiang Xinli, Yun Bo, and Lanse stood was closest to the Holy Tree.
"Fiancée, watch out!"
Seeing three sharp black tree roots shooting straight toward them, Lanse, whose feet were firmly welded to the altar, drew his energy sword and blocked Jiang Xinli. Taking advantage of the opening, another black root pierced through his body.
SQUELCH. From the corner of her eye, Jiang Xinli saw blood spray from Lanse's body.
Her breath hitched. "Lanse!"
