Heaven Fire paused, his gaze still fixed on Red Heaven's firm grip.
"Brother Hong, we truly must intervene, or Brother Feng will simply wither away right before our very eyes." Heaven Fire's voice was laced with a pitiful urgency, seeking to sway Red Heaven and perhaps the others.
Yet, they had all suddenly become impassive, carefree even, showing no flicker of sympathy for Heaven Wind amidst his torment.
To them, it was better for Heaven Wind to perish and spare their own lives, regardless of the countless years they had fought side by side.
Even as immortals, they were helpless against this unfamiliar, unseen entity with whom they couldn't even wage battle.
What a jest! Even when they could perceive him, they were but babes before giants.
Red Heaven had already steeled his resolve not to intercede, and so had the other three. Heaven Fire's shoulders slumped under the weight of his indecision.
