Harlan fell silent, unsure of how to answer Carlo’s question. After all, the man wasn’t a disciple of Violet Flame Sect, and that was the sect’s secret. He didn’t want outsiders to find out about it.
If someone were to seize the opportunity during the internal strife to launch a sudden attack, Violet Flame Sect would be in grave danger.
He certainly wasn’t willing to see the fall of Violet Flame Sect.
At Harlan’s silence, Carlo smiled and said, “Mr. Garrido, regardless of the reason, I’m not interested in knowing about it. However, if I were to help you activate Divine Flame Mountain, the fee wouldn’t be low!”
“Don’t worry, Mr. Graham. Be it spirit coins or resources, name your price. I will certainly meet it,” Harlan assured.
“All right, then. Take me there for a look.”
Carlo gave a nod.
Harlan then led him deep into the sect’s territory.
Upon reaching the deepest part of it, he finally stopped at a spot with a massive circular plate.
On the plate, various intricate array runes shimmered. Additionally, five statues of demon beasts stood around the edge of it.
“Mr. Graham, this is the formation plate to activate Divine Flame Mountain. However, only Mr. Cunningham can crack it and activate Divine Flame Mountain.”
“Could you please take a look now and see if you could help to crack it?” Harlan asked Carlo with utmost respect.
Carlo swept his gaze over the massive formation plate. Then, with a swift wave of his hand, all the runes on it were projected into mid-air.
Looking at the chaotic and disorganized array runes, Harlan and the others, who had no knowledge about arcane arrays, were utterly bewildered.
“Cracking the formation plate isn’t difficult. It just requires two to three days,” Carlo declared confidently after meticulously reviewing them.
“Okay. Whatever you need, just let me know, Mr. Graham!”
Upon hearing that he could be crack the formation plate, Harlan was instantly filled with excitement.
“No one is allowed to interrupt me in the few days I crack it. Not only would it nullify all my previous efforts, but it would also cause me to suffer a backlash,” Carlo cautioned.
“Don’t worry, Mr. Graham. Absolutely no one will disrupt you!” Harlan promised.
He then turned to Berthold at the side. “Berthold, bring some men over and guard this place personally. If anyone dares approach, show them no mercy.”
“Understood!” Berthold nodded.
Carlo began cracking the formation plate, while Berthold and a few elders stood guard outside.
At the same time, Judd arrived at Dario’s mansion in a rush.
“Master, Harlan and Berthold managed to enlist the aid of an arcane array expert from Duad Formation Sect. They intend to forcibly crack the formation plate and activate Divine Flame Mountain, Judd said with a look of anxiety on his face.
“What? Harlan actually dare defy sect rules and secretly activate Divine Flame Mountain? Is this news reliable?”
Upon hearing that, Dario instantly paled with shock.
“Yes, I saw it with my own eyes. Harlan brought the expert from Duad Formation Sect to the formation plate. Only Harlan left. Berthold is personally guarding it with some men,” Judd reported.
“Darn it! It seems like Harlan is hell-bent on getting Divine Flame Seal. We absolutely can’t let him activate Divine Flame Mountain. If he gets his hands on it, even if Mr. Ortiz recovers and makes a comeback, it’ll do no good.”
Dario’s brow furrowed slightly. Then, he continued, “Contact the other elders and disciples right away. Gather everyone from our faction.”
“What about Juliet, Master?” Judd asked.
“Her, too. She must be made aware of this matter. If Harlan gets hold of Divine Flame Seal, it likely won’t end well for her and everyone else from our faction.”
Dario decided that even if it meant risking his life, he wouldn’t let Harlan activate Divine Flame Mountain and obtain Divine Flame Seal.
After Judd had left, he turned his gaze in the direction of Reflection Cliff.
“I wonder how Axel is doing now.”
At that moment, he sincerely hoped that Jared could end his reflection and come out to lend him a hand.
If so, they would have an extra pair of hands. Although Jared was only a Fourth Level Tribulator, the strength he demonstrated was almost on par with his.
