C1358 It Was Expected!
C1358 It Was Expected!
Emperor Level Experts, once revered and rarely seen, were now stationed in many of the larger, more prosperous cities as a defense against the Devil Cloud Sect. Yet, in the secluded Yue City, no Emperor Level Martial Cultivators had ever visited. The war instigated by the Devil Cloud Sect had not reached this far, at least not until today.
Unexpectedly, not just any Emperor Level Expert arrived, but a legendary Emperor Level Peak Expert, one of the few at the pinnacle of power across the entire continent. Wang Yue was at a loss as to why such a formidable figure would come to a place as remote as Yue City. Thankfully, this individual did not appear to be a warrior from the Devil Cloud Sect and committed no acts of slaughter during their brief stay before departing.
Wang Yue didn't dare speculate on the reasons for the visit—whether there was an opportunity or secret hidden within the Southern Warm Mountain Range. The stakes were too high; even a minor disturbance from someone at the peak of Emperor Level could prove fatal. The gap between their strengths was vast, leaving no room for fanciful hopes.
Nevertheless, Wang Yue harbored some concerns. The visitor was a peak Emperor Level Expert, the kind spoken of in whispers. Their movements were likely monitored by the top forces and high-ranking members of sects, including the Devil Cloud Sect and the other six great powers. Could this visit draw the attention of these powerful figures, including other Emperor Level Experts?
One misstep could spell disaster for him and the entirety of Yue City. In these tumultuous times, Wang Yue could only hope that such a calamity would not befall them.
The more he dreaded an event, the more likely it seemed to occur.
Shortly after Lin Xuan and the beast departed, Wang Yue's worst fears materialized.
In the Transfer Hall, within the Cross-Domain Transportation Array, a violent white light flared up once more.
Two young men, one clad in gray and the other in black, emerged. They were middle-aged martial cultivators with icy demeanors.
Their formidable presence was unleashed, instantly overpowering everyone present.
They were two more Emperor Level Experts, though not at the pinnacle of their rank.
Wang Yue's heart sank, and he greeted them with due respect.
"I am Wang Yue, the junior City Lord of Yueyan City, honored to meet the two seniors."
However, the pair paid no heed to Wang Yue, instead surveying their surroundings with evident interest.
"It's surprising to find a city here, with a decent number of martial cultivators. Perhaps they could be of some use."
"It seems perfect."
They conversed amongst themselves, sending shivers down Wang Yue's spine as his expression subtly shifted.
Could it be that these were the infamous Emperor Level Experts from the Devil Cloud Sect, known for their ruthless massacres and sect annihilations?
The direst of situations had indeed unfolded.
At that moment, the teleportation array shone brightly once again, revealing two new figures.
A man and a woman, both tall and distinguished in bearing.
Upon spotting the Devil Cloud Sect members, they scoffed.
"What a surprise to encounter the vermin of the Devil Cloud Sect here!"
"Does the Devil Cloud Sect really dare to trace that senior's steps, oblivious to the enmity between him and your sect?"
"Take heed, you might not make it back!"
This pair, equally formidable and at Emperor Level, faced the Devil Cloud Sect members without fear, their taunts sharp and unrelenting.
"The swift arrival of the East Saint Sect's renowned couple, Nan Jian and Bei Dao."
"As for that matter, you needn't concern yourselves!"
The Devil Cloud Sect members retorted with a cold snort, but refrained from further discussing the destruction of Yueyan City.
With the couple of equal standing present, their plans were thwarted.
Despite the East Saint Sect's extreme arrogance and condescending view of the small Yue Yuan City, they were still determined to curb the rapid expansion of the Devil Cloud Sect.
Wang Yue quickly performed a respectful bow.
Yet, a wave of relief washed over him.
He and the entire city had, at last, been spared.
Subsequently,
The four individuals began by questioning Wang Yue.
After a short time, they transformed into streaks of light and soared away.
The questions, of course, pertained to the whereabouts of the peak Emperor Level Expert.
Wang Yue, not wanting to overstep, responded earnestly and in detail.
The Emperor Level Martial Cultivators had no concerns about Wang Yue attempting to deceive them.
In a city whose might peaked at the King Level, they stood as four Emperor Level Martial Cultivators.
While they might not annihilate the entire city, destroying the City Lord's Mansion would pose no challenge.
Ordinary Martial Cultivators were beneath their notice.
Guided by the shifts in aura and the intelligence provided by Wang Yue, it took them less than a quarter of an hour to locate their target.
It was the valley that housed Tianyuan Palace.
The grand array shielding the sect, being only of King Level, was ineffective against Emperor Level Martial Cultivators.
Even the three King Level demonic beasts, including the Berserk Ape, were immobilized, unable to stir.
"Hmm, is there really a small sect hidden here?"
"The presence of that peak Emperor Level Expert seems to end here?"
"Could there be treasures or opportunities within that would draw the interest of a peak Emperor Level Expert to travel such distances repeatedly?"
"..."
They conversed with ease.
Below, in the valley, the grand array's light barrier flickered, threatening to shatter at any moment.
Lin Qiyuan, Nie Mingchang, and the others shuddered with dread.
Even through the grand array, they could sense the formidable presence of those outside.
"Are all of these individuals Emperor Level Experts?"
"Did the Sect Master's predictions before his departure actually come to pass?"
"Could everything the Sect Master mentioned before be true?"
"..."
They were struck by a profound sense of alarm and fear.
Lin Qiyuan was the first to react, swiftly retrieving a token.
Lin Xuan had left something behind before his departure, intended for handling various situations.
Little did anyone expect it would be needed so soon.
Nie Mingchang, Liu Wuya, and the rest turned their gazes to Lin Qiyuan.
Given that Lin Xuan had anticipated this scenario before his departure,
He must have left behind a method to address it.
Without hesitation,
Lin Qiyuan channeled a thread of Spiritual Essence into the token.
Instantly,
They all felt a surge of heat enveloping them.
A sphere of scarlet flames materialized before their eyes.
Yet, curiously, they sensed that the energy within the flames was boundless like the sea, yet it caused them no harm whatsoever.
Meanwhile, outside,
The four of them conferred briefly before deciding to make a probing move.
The Emperor Level Peak Expert had already departed, after all.
They couldn't fathom that anyone remaining could pose a threat to their lives.
A middle-aged man clad in grey from the Devil Cloud Sect launched an attack with his palm.
However, at that very moment, a beam of scarlet light burst forth from below.