Chapter 4273
This Remorseless City was truly the most massive urban expanse Kai had ever encountered!
“Prime Minister Yu, why is it that after entering the city, everyone seems to be standing still?”
Curiosity piqued, Kai glanced around at the crowds along the streets, all frozen in place.
“This is a rule in our Xiao Dynasty, intended to prevent assassinations. In such a large dynasty, there are always individuals with malicious intent,” Yu Wenqiang replied straightforwardly.
Kai paused, realizing the practicality of this rule. By prohibiting movement, potential assassins were thwarted; anyone who dared to move would be viewed as a threat. Though the approach seemed morally questionable, it proved effective!
Kai reflected that the secular world operated similarly. High-ranking officials often traveled under martial law, with areas cleared of people beforehand.
This Celestial Realm appeared no different from the secular realm!
The primary distinction was that everyone in the Celestial Realm was a cultivator. However, after achieving Immortality, the status of Immortal Cultivators diminished significantly!
Before long, Kai arrived at the Imperial City at the heart of the metropolis. Upon reaching this point, he disembarked and proceeded on foot.
At the entrance of the Imperial City, Xiao Yuanshan and his son, Xiao Feng, were already waiting!
It was clear that Xiao Yuanshan held Kai in high regard!
“Mr. Chen, it’s been quite a journey for you; I appreciate your efforts…”
Xiao Yuanshan approached Kai with utmost politeness, devoid of any air of superiority.
Xiao Feng, in contrast, bowed deeply to Kai and expressed, “Mr. Chen, I will forever remember your kindness in saving my life…”
“Emperor Xiao, Prince, you’re being overly gracious. I merely extended a helping hand,”
Kai replied hastily, “Besides, you compensated me for it, so it was more of a transaction than a life-saving favor!”
The respect shown by Xiao Yuanshan and Xiao Feng left Kai feeling somewhat flattered!
Observing this exchange, Zhen Yuandao and the others felt a pang of envy. If only their Zhen Family could receive such courtesy from Emperor Xiao, their fortunes would surely flourish!
“Oh, I nearly forgot! I still have the Immortal Bones to present to Mr. Chen. Allow me to summon someone to retrieve them!”
Xiao Yuanshan smacked his forehead upon recalling Kai’s words!
“Emperor Xiao, that’s not necessary. The Immortal Bones can be collected anytime; let’s first take a look at those ailing spirit beasts!”
Kai recognized that Xiao Yuanshan had misinterpreted his intent!
“Alright then, let’s head over…”
Xiao Yuanshan nodded in agreement.
Throughout the entire interaction, Xiao Yuanshan had not acknowledged the presence of the Zhen Family, indicating their status as mere underlings compared to the Xiao Imperial Dynasty!
Xiao Yuanshan personally guided Kai and the others to a section of the Imperial City where numerous spirit beasts were kept.
“Mr. Chen, the spirit beasts in this area have been acting strangely; we’re not sure what’s going on. Please take a look!”
Xiao Yuanshan gestured towards one of the courtyards, which had been equipped with formations.
As Kai surveyed the area, he noticed dozens of spirit beasts, all appearing emaciated. Some had lost all their senses, while others howled and writhed with wild, red eyes!
The varying symptoms of these spirit beasts struck Kai as particularly odd!
“Are the other spirit beasts unaffected?”
Kai inquired.
“No, the spirit beasts in the adjacent courtyard are all fine, and they receive the same resources daily,”
Xiao Yuanshan explained. “However, we’re baffled as to why only the beasts in this courtyard are experiencing issues. I’ve had every pharmacist in the Imperial City examine them, yet we can’t determine the cause!”
“This is indeed strange. Since all these spirit beasts consume identical resources, why would only those in this courtyard be affected?”
“Could it be a viral contagion? But since they’re not all of the same species, what could possibly be spreading?”
“How peculiar!”
Kai frowned slightly, then turned to Zhen Yuandao and Zhong Yi, “Do you two see any issues here?”