Dorothy looked at the opposing elder and said calmly, "Elder Cantino, you're fully aware of Andrew's current strength. Do you really think opposing him would make a difference?"

Giovanni Cantino snapped angrily, "Even if Andrew were some divine being descended from heaven, does that mean he can do whatever he wants? The Eight Ancient Sects are bound together. If we unite, I refuse to believe we can't stand against him."

Dorothy's voice remained clear and steady. "I just received news that Andr