The four patriarchs secretly met, unbeknownst to Patriarch Song, to discuss strategies.
Patriarch Xue was the first to speak, "Patriarchs, please give some advice. What should we do now?"
"Continue siding with the Song Family against the Zhu Family and the Zhang Family, or find another way?"
Patriarch Hu appeared anxious, "If we continue this battle, we will face total annihilation."
"Of course, the Zhu Family and the Zhang Family will also pay a hefty price! At this point, this is quite tricky!"
Patriarch Fang was equally troubled, "Indeed, who would have thought the Zhu Family would suddenly join forces with the Zhang Family against our five-family alliance."
"How about we take the initiative to reconcile with the Zhang Family? As long as the Zhang Family promises not to hold us accountable, it might be wiser to withdraw from this conflict."
Patriarch Fan nodded slightly, "I'm more inclined towards Patriarch Fang's idea; if reconciliation is possible, that would be best."
