Chapter 1763

"Sebastian, are you afraid of me?" Emmanuel asked in a low voice as his gaze fixed on Sebastian. But to everyone's surprise, Sebastian wasn't intimidated. Even mid-to-late-stage Transformative Deity Realm elders tensed under Emmanuel's oppressive aura, yet Sebastian stood unfazed. Sebastian responded, "I have no reason to fear you. You're powerful, principled, and a role model for the entire sect—someone we all admire and learn from. If danger arises, you'll be the first to stand and protect us. "I respect you, but I do not fear you. I live honorably and with integrity—why should I be afraid? A man of integrity has nothing to hide. Only the guilty live in fear." He spoke with righteous confidence. Emmanuel remained expressionless as his icy stare locked onto Sebastian. The tension in the hall was suffocating, and no one dared to breathe too loudly. They all expected Sebastian to be punished. After all, speaking to him like this was practically a death wish. "Let's see how long y