"I already told you," Arrie said coldly, her blue eyes sharp, "that Ethan is protected by the Blood Tavern and Myriad Treasures Pavilion. He also possesses a divine weapon."
"It was best not to provoke him rashly."
Her voice suddenly rose.
"So tell me—why did no one listen?!"
The core elder lowered his head and replied cautiously, "I… don't know the full reason. I only know that Guardian Malrik took the Sky-Suppressing Turtle Shell with him."
"That artifact has very strong defensive artifact. Even if he failed to capture Ethan, it should have ensured his survival."
"I believe… you should ask the Pavilion Master or the Senior for instructions."
"Perhaps there are other reasons behind the shattered soul jades."
"Sky-Suppressing Turtle Shell?"
Arrie's eyes changed instantly.
"Who allowed Malrik to take the Sky-Suppressing Turtle Shell out of the imperial capital?" she demanded.
"I don't know," the elder replied hurriedly.
"Chief Elder, this matter… you must ask Elder Theon."
