Chapter 290 Kennard Harding

The people in the Fragrant Peach Tower's first floor dared not even breathe. Some of the more timid ones quietly slipped away. In the center of the lobby stood a display showcasing the Spirit Pill. Sophie had organized this display not only to elevate the prestige of the tower but also to give the alchemists within it a glimpse of something extraordinary. She hadn't anticipated the trouble it would stir up. Next to the display stood a man in his forties, exuding an air of self-importance. He carried himself with a commanding arrogance, a long sword strapped to his back. His attire immediately marked him as a member of the Proudsword Sect, but the oppressive aura he had just released had already sent a wave of unease through the crowd. Some had recognized him—the middle-aged man was none other than Kennard Harding, the headmaster of the Proudsword Sect.