Furthermore, he appeared immune to Han Zo's Shadow Serpent Venom, a poison known to paralyse even Foundation Establishment cultivators." His voice was accusatory, his gaze sharp.
Jian remained silent, allowing the accusations to wash over him, his Mortal Veil humming softly, maintaining the illusion of a humble, though powerful, outsider.
Grand Elder Mo raised a hand, silencing Elder Fang. "We have also received… a rather disturbing report from Senior Brother Xiao Feng." He paused, a flicker of something unreadable in his eyes. "He was found in a state of extreme mental distress, muttering… certain impossible names."
Ling Tian’s gaze, which had been fixed on Jian, now flickered to Grand Elder Mo, a silent plea for discretion. But Grand Elder Mo ignored it.
"He spoke of… Jian Vareth," G
