Naturally, the others began to see the sense in Bi Tang's decision to join forces with Xiao Ming. Especially the loose cultivators—those without a sect to rely on, drifting from place to place, always searching for something or someone strong enough to follow.
To them, Xiao Ming had become that pillar, even if it meant sacrificing others along the way.
Before long, even the skeptics from the major sects started to lower their guard. They couldn't ignore the number of people rallying behind Xiao Ming. Two thoughts lingered in their minds as they watched more cultivators join him.
First, they worried that Xiao Ming might be the vengeful type. If they chose to stay on the sidelines while he still had strength to spare, he might turn the tables on them when they least expected it.
