Chapter 12987 Dark Guard and Secret Guard

The old man's words were like a basin of cold water, extinguishing some of the anger in Jiang Lianheng's heart, but also making him more clearly aware of the crisis before him.

He took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down, but the light in his eyes remained firm:
"No, I'm sure it's him! Apart from Ling Xiao, who else would have such ruthless means, and who else could hit our weaknesses so accurately? I even suspect that this guy has broken through a bottleneck and is even stronger than before. Moreover, he can't act alone, he must have help, otherwise, all this is too unbelievable."

Having said this, Jiang Lianheng's eyes became extremely cold, as if they could penetrate the heavy fog and look directly at the enemy hiding in the dark.

"Ling Xiao, do you think you can defeat our Jiang family like this? You are wrong! I, Jiang Lianheng, swear to fight you to the end. Even if I am torn to pieces, I will let you know that the glory and dignity of the Jiang family cannot be violated!" Although his voice was low, it was full of unshakable determination and strength.

"This..." The old man's words stopped abruptly, as if his throat was strangled by an invisible force. A light of disbelief and horror flashed in his eyes.

In this brief silence, a strange breath suddenly surged in the air, and then, a dozen black shadows, like ghosts in the dark night, silently passed through the threshold and suddenly appeared in everyone's sight.

These black shadows, without exception, were all Jiang family warriors dressed in night clothes. They were either standing or kneeling, in different postures, but they all presented an eerie silence.

Their faces were distorted, their eyes were filled with reluctance and fear, as if they had experienced great pain and fear before dying. What was even more frightening was that they had no obvious scars on their bodies, but they had lost their vitality, as if their lives had been quietly taken away by an invisible force.

This scene made everyone present feel a chill running through their hearts. They looked at each other with shock and confusion in their eyes, as if they were in a nightmare from which they could not wake up.

They were totally unable to comprehend how the other party had killed these elite warriors of the Jiang family one by one silently, and they, as strong men who protected the safety of the family, did not even notice or react at all.

"Although there are many enemies outside, they are not to be feared." A voice broke the silence, carrying a bit of heaviness and helplessness.

"Although we can sense their presence, they are just a weak mob and we have eliminated them one by one. However, what is really worrying is the enemies who have infiltrated the Jiang family. They are like ghosts, killing people invisibly, making it difficult for us to guard against them. We have no idea when and where we will encounter a fatal attack."

These words were like a huge rock thrown into a calm lake, stirring up ripples. Everyone was filled with deep worry and uneasiness, and they began to realize that this enemy named Ling Xiao was far more terrifying than they had imagined.

The ruthlessness of his methods and the sophistication of his layout make people wonder whether such a terrifying existence really exists in this world.

"Is Ling Xiao really that terrifying?" Someone murmured to himself, his voice full of disbelief and fear. This question was not only asked to others, but also to himself.

On such a night full of unknowns and dangers, they seemed to be caught in an inescapable vortex, and could only watch the peace and glory of their family crumbling under the shadow of the enemy.

"He, Ling Xiao, has an outstanding talent, just like the brightest star in the night sky. It is already hard for others to compare with him. Now, with the help of the legendary mysterious treasure, the two complement each other, and the power they unleash is enough to shake the world and give everyone in my Jiang family a headache."

Jiang Yuan's voice was low and powerful, and every word seemed to be squeezed out from between his teeth, with a barely perceptible tremor.

His tightly closed eyes slightly opened, his eyes were filled with both the deep imprint of past memories and deep worries about the current situation. Although he was ashamed to speak out for fear of being laughed at as incompetent, he decided to convey this worry to everyone present in a tactful but firm way.

The atmosphere in the hall became more solemn because of Jiang Yuan's words. Everyone looked at him, as if they could feel the invisible pressure from his resolute face.

At this moment, an old man slowly stood up. Although his back was slightly hunched, there was an unyielding light in his eyes.

"Master, I dare to make a suggestion." His voice was not loud, but it clearly penetrated every corner of the hall.

"Now, the Jiang family has reached a critical moment of life and death, and we can no longer hold back. The secret guards, as the most mysterious and powerful existence of the Jiang family, are usually hidden, but now is the time for them to show their loyalty and strength. We must dispatch the secret guards and let them become our sharp sword against powerful enemies, otherwise, the Jiang family's thousands of years of foundation may be destroyed."

The old man's words were full of determination and helplessness. His eyes swept across everyone present, as if seeking resonance and support. Once the name of the dark guard was mentioned, it was like throwing a stone into a calm lake, stirring up ripples.

In the hearts of the Jiang family, the secret guards are not only a symbol of strength, but also the last line of defense to protect the family.

They are even more mysterious and powerful than the Jiang family's secret guards. They will never show up unless the Jiang family is facing a life-or-death situation. Their existence allows everyone to see a glimmer of hope in despair, and also gives the Jiang family more confidence and courage when facing a crisis.

The term "secret guards" was almost a taboo in the Jiang family, but it became the focus of everyone's discussion at this moment. They knew that once the secret guards were dispatched, it meant that the Jiang family had made the worst-case scenario and was ready to face the most difficult challenge.

But at the same time, they also believe that with the secret guards around, the Jiang family will not fall easily, and their honor and dignity will be most firmly defended in this life-and-death battle.

The decision to send out secret guards was not easy to make. It required following the Jiang family's most stringent system.

This long-sealed power can only be unlocked if the order is given simultaneously by the Grand Elder, the respected spiritual leader of the family, the Patriarch, the current head of the family, and the Commander of the Secret Guards, a mysterious figure who has been hiding in the dark for many years but is extremely loyal to the family.

The atmosphere in the meeting room was tense and depressing, with opinions from all sides mixed together and arguments rising one after another.

The face of the Grand Elder was solemn, his eyes revealing deep worry about the future of the family; the head of the family clenched his fists, his eyes were firm, and he vowed to protect every inch of the family's land; the commander of the secret guards sat in the shadows, his voice was calm and steady, but every word revealed unquestionable authority.