Watching Ding Fan’s reaction, Zhuge Qing’s lips slowly curved into an exceedingly strange arc as he addressed everyone:

"Everyone, now I want to announce something to you..."

Upon hearing Zhuge Qing’s words, everyone showed a look of surprise, with their gaze fixed on Zhuge Qing, and said to him in astonishment:

"Leader, what is it you wish to announce? Whatever it is, please let us know. We are at your disposal at any time!"

"Indeed, whatever the matter, our leader, please give the order!"

After hearing everyone’s words, Zhuge Qing slowly began to speak:

"I believe everyone knows what my recent venture was all about?"

Listening to Zhuge Qing’s words, everyone nodded with surprise evident in their eyes.

Seeing the reaction from the group, Zhuge Qing slowly spoke up:

"The Skeleton is dead..."

As Zhuge Qing’s soft words emerged, shock filled everyone’s eyes, their gaze fixed on Zhuge Qing, unable to believe what they heard.

"Leader, what did you say? The Skeleton is dead, how can this be? What happened? Are you not pulling our leg?"

"Exactly. We’ve always aimed for the Skeleton’s head, yet claiming it’s dead is simply unbelievable!"

After hearing everyone’s words, Zhuge Qing slowly spoke:

"Yes, the Skeleton is indeed dead, and it was Ding Fan who put an end to it!"

On hearing Zhuge Qing, everyone’s eyes filled with shock, and they turned their gaze to Ding Fan, surprised.

Seeing their stares, Ding Fan’s eyes showed fierce determination as he slowly said:

"Everyone, your leader isn’t lying. The Skeleton truly met its end by my hand, you could say, through this Sirius operation..."

With Ding Fan’s words, their eyes widened, all focus turned to him.

From around, surprised voices arose:

"How? The Skeleton was so powerful, how did you manage to kill it?"

"Indeed, the leader planned for so long without vanquishing the Skeleton, how did you do it?" 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

Upon hearing their astonishment, Ding Fan’s mouth curved into a smile and he said slowly:

"Because I acquired the legacy of Sirius!"

With Ding Fan’s revelation, their eyes widened, voices filled with shock emerged from them:

"What? You’ve obtained Sirius’s legacy?! In that case, maybe you did have the power needed, for legend says Sirius’s might is unimaginably terrifying; with such godlike ability, it’s not surprising to kill the Skeleton!"

Beside them, Zhuge Qing’s eyes flashed as he affirmed:

"Brother Ding’s words are no lies, the Skeleton truly fell by his hands, and he indeed received Sirius’s legacy!"

Upon Zhuge Qing’s confirmation, everyone’s eyes fixed intensely on Ding Fan, after a brief hesitation, they said:

"Thank you, Brother Ding, for saving our leader’s life!"

In response to their gratitude, Ding Fan spoke slowly:

"It’s nothing, just a small effort..."

Seeing Ding Fan’s demeanor, they showed admiration, respectfully bowing to him.

Observing this, Zhuge Qing spoke once again:

"Everyone, besides today’s matter, there is another issue I wish to discuss with you involving Brother Ding!"

Startled by Zhuge Qing’s words, they asked:

"Leader, just say whatever’s on your mind! We brothers are ready to heed your command!"

"Indeed, you are our leader; anything you wish, just instruct us!"

Listening to them, Zhuge Qing proceeded slowly:

"Now that the Skeleton is dead, Skeleton Sect is leaderless. Brother Ding and I have decided to claim the entire Skeleton Sect. What do you think?"

Upon hearing Zhuge Qing’s intent, shock filled their eyes, jaws dropped, and voices of disbelief emerged:

"Leader, did you say that you wish to take over the entire Skeleton Sect with Brother Ding? How can this be? The elders within certainly won’t accept us seizing it; plus, other powers surely won’t allow it either!"

"Indeed, your idea is too daring. Even if we succeed, other powers won’t spare us!"

Responding to their concerns, Zhuge Qing’s eyes sparkled as he reassured:

"Rest assured, these decisions were made after consulting with Brother Ding. Having received Sirius’s legacy, Brother Ding’s power has greatly increased, and since this concerns Skeleton Sect itself, unrelated to others. Anyone seeking a share must find the right reason, and by then, Skeleton Sect could already be under our control..."

With Zhuge Qing’s words, their eyes showed sharp resolve, exchanged glances, and slowly agreed:

"Leader, if that’s the case, we should plan for this, for news of the Skeleton’s death hasn’t reached Skeleton Sect yet..."

Following this, Zhuge Qing turned to Ding Fan.

Seeing Zhuge Qing’s signal, Ding Fan’s eyes glimmered as he encouraged them:

"Everyone, this decision wasn’t made without thought. In Divine Realm, our own forces will lead to true strength, and now, as Skeleton Sect stands leaderless, it’s prime time to infiltrate!"

With Ding Fan’s declaration, their eyes shone keenly, they pledged:

"Brother Ding, since you’ve saved our leader, your orders are the leader’s orders to us. We’ve harbored dissatisfaction with Skeleton Sect; without the leader, we wouldn’t have lived till now. No matter your decision, we shall follow, come what may!"

Hearing this loyalty, Ding Fan’s smile widened slightly, thrilled, he responded:

"Thank you, everyone, I, Ding Fan, appreciate it greatly!"

Upon Ding Fan’s gratitude, they bowed respectfully toward him, eyes filled with esteem.

Observing this, Zhuge Qing spoke again:

"Everyone, since that’s the case, this matter requires us to plan long-term!"