Chapter 71: Brother in Arms

"Awakening the dragon meridian is a big deal. As the state master, I need to look into it," Hugo Scurr said, his tone softening as he looked at Francis Laflin, pretending to be surprised. "Oh, Master Laflin, what are you doing here?" Hugo and Francis were on good terms, and Hugo often got perks from Francis. This time, Francis had pulled him in to avenge his son. Hugo had been present all along, merely keeping his forces hidden in the valley, away from the other martial sects. When the Purple Cloud...