Chapter 4537
Xiao Dynasty
Kai followed Ji Yun on the airship back to the Xiao Dynasty. Along the journey, Zhongli’s lively company kept Kai entertained, and he enjoyed himself every night. However, Ji Yun wasn’t so fortunate—he had to endure being the third wheel the entire time.
Upon their arrival, Xiao Yuanshan, Xiao Feng, and a dozen other powerful figures from the Xiao Dynasty personally came to welcome Kai.
As Kai descended from the airship, everyone present was utterly stunned.
Kai had reached the ninth level of the Tribulation Realm!
It was unbelievable! When Kai had left, he had only been at the seventh level of the Tribulation Realm. How could he have advanced two levels in such a short time?
Advancing two realms at once was something of legend—stories often told but never witnessed. Yet here Kai was, standing before them, proving it possible.
“Mr. Chen, you must have experienced some extraordinary adventure this time, correct?” Xiao Yuanshan asked curiously.
Kai shook his head. “No adventure—just repaired the sword in my hand.”
Kai didn’t view his time in the Weapon Refining Sect’s Sword Washing Pond as an adventure, even though it had clearly contributed to his rapid progress.
Before Xiao Yuanshan could respond, a messenger arrived in a hurry.
“Your Majesty, the Demon Sealing Alliance has arrived!”
Everyone turned their gaze skyward, and from the horizon, dozens of Demon Sealing Alliance members approached swiftly, their powerful auras filling the air.
At the forefront was the Zhou Sect Master, accompanied by a group of Mahayana Realm cultivators. Their presence radiated strength and menace.
Zhou Sect Master, however, wore a look of unease. He had originally planned to observe the situation from the sidelines and retreat if things turned dire. But Zuo Tianzheng had pushed him to the front lines as a vanguard.
Behind Zhou Sect Master were Zuo Tianzheng and Narota, their commanding figures exuding arrogance and confidence. Zhou Sect Master realized escape would not come easily this time.
As the Demon Sealing Alliance drew closer, the warriors of the Xiao Dynasty glared at them with eyes full of hatred.
Zhou Sect Master’s gaze fell on Kai. The moment he saw that Kai had reached the ninth level of the Tribulation Realm, his face froze in disbelief.
A subtle change, yet Zhou Sect Master’s heart was deeply shaken.
How could this man improve so rapidly? It was utterly abnormal!
Sect Master Zhou’s expression turned dark and grave, his mind racing with disbelief.
Meanwhile, Xiao Yuanshan, watching the advancing group from the Demon Sealing Alliance, felt a deep unease reflected in his eyes.
“The Demon Sealing Alliance has found yet another formidable master…” Xiao Yuanshan muttered worriedly.
Kai, too, could sense the overwhelming aura from the distant sky—a presence of absolute power. This figure might even surpass the Tenth Prince in strength.
However, with his newly elevated realm, Kai remained composed. If necessary, he could let the Red Cloud Demon Lord take over his body, which might give him a fighting chance.
“I wonder if Taoist Wuji will show up this time,” Xiao Feng remarked.
Kai stayed silent; he knew Taoist Wuji had no reason to intervene on his behalf.
Suddenly, a low hum echoed across the sky. The air trembled violently as two figures emerged from the void—Zuo Tianzheng and Luo Ta.
Luo Ta, towering several meters tall with a fierce and commanding presence, strode forward. Each step he took distorted the void and reduced the ground beneath him to ashes.
Behind him, Zuo Tianzheng followed closely, his demeanor obsequious.
The sight of Luo Ta left everyone in the Xiao Dynasty pale and grim-faced, their unease palpable. Xiao Yuanshan’s furrowed brow deepened, his expression one of intense worry.
“Welcome, Lord Luo…”
Sect Master Zhou led the group of Demon Sealing Alliance Mahayana cultivators in a synchronized bow, offering Luo Ta a grand show of respect. This display was meant to bolster Luo Ta’s ego and allow him to assert his dominance before the Xiao Dynasty.
Luo Ta, clearly pleased, smiled faintly as he soaked in the deference.
Xiao Yuanshan fixed his gaze on Luo Ta, his worry deepening with every moment.
“This man’s power likely exceeds that of the Tenth Prince,” Kai said slowly, breaking the tense silence.
Xiao Yuanshan said nothing; the truth was evident to him as well.
He hadn’t expected the Demon Sealing Alliance to command such formidable forces. The Tenth Prince alone had nearly driven the Xiao Dynasty to ruin, and now, an even stronger adversary stood before them.
The Xiao Dynasty was facing its gravest peril yet.