"That's absolutely preposterous! Imagine the humiliation our sect would suffer if we beg!" The elders of the Phoenix Pavilion who previously supported Holy Phoenix's recaptured leadership heavily opposed. Their sect's pride and dignity would be marred if they asked for Zachary's help again. After all, he once told them that they would be defeated, and he was right.

"This is our only option left to survive." Holy Phoenix knew that Zachary was their best option, so she couldn't help but abandon their pride and decide to ask him for help. Whether the elders liked the idea or not, they also knew that this was the only choice. With a sigh, Holy Phoenix ordered Joan to invite Zachary.

Joan went to the Warm Fragrance Chamber where Zachary was staying. She gingerly knocked at the door.

"Who's there?" Zachary's voice echoed from inside.

"It's me, Elder Hodge," Joan announced.

"What can I do for you, Joan?" Zachary asked.

"Holy Phoenix asked me to invite you to the hall," she replied.

"Is the Moon Shadow going up the mountain?" Zachary pried.

"Yes," Joan seriously answered.

"Hmm, it looks like you're reaping the consequences of your actions," Zachary commented, as if he was adding insult to injury. After a

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r and let the Moon Shadow have them at its mercy in order to survive. It seemed like the exact opposite of their objectives. As always, the hall's opinions were divided and clamors and complaints could be heard everywhere.

However, no matter how much they protested, Holy Phoenix had already agreed. The elders and their members couldn't change it anymore. Plus, they knew that her original intention was to protect the Phoenix Pavilions' business and the countless lives of their sect members.

"Madam, why do you want me to take over your position? I can't take such a great responsibility." Joan humbly turned down the offer. Apparently, she also didn't think she was ready for such a grand role yet.

"Don't worry, child. I know you can do it well. I hope you don't let me down!" Holy Phoenix told her to boost her confidence.

"Are you sure with what we're about to do, Madam?" Stacey asked for her confirmation.

"If this is the only way we can save the Phoenix Pavilion, then so be it. Once the Moon Shadow army arrives, we will halt all our attacks. We will not fight, and we will not resist. We will leave everything up to God." Holy Phoenix took a deep breath. She left the hall and descended the Nine Phoenixes Mountain.