Published: January 1, 2025
A few people were filled with panic, yet they had no idea what to do. After all, that was a Venerable of the Demon Tribe. Not to mention they couldn't even arrive in time; the Void Tide Sea was extremely far away. Departing from Dongguang City, with their strength, they would need at least several months to reach it. Even if they got there, they wouldn't have the strength to confront a Demon Venerable level expert.
At this moment, in the lord's mansion of Dongguang City, a figure stepped out. This figure was imposing and majestic, with profound eyes that exuded a powerful aura. Beside him, there were two other figures, both strong and fierce, gazing at the scene in the sky.
"It’s the lord of Dongguang City, along with the Sleeping Dream Immortal and the two deputy city lords who have come out!"
"Could it be that the city lord is going to act and rescue that human genius?"
Someone exclaimed in surprise.
The lord of Dongguang City was a peak Saint Master expert, enjoying immense fame in Dongguang City. Over the years, he rarely made an appearance, having been in closed-door cultivation, diligently comprehending the Law.
Rumor has it that the lord of Dongguang City had stepped into the late-stage peak Saint Master realm many years ago and was a core powerhouse of a certain top-tier heavenly force, one of the heirs they were actively cultivating. He had come to Dongguang City merely to gain some experience and understand the various facets of the mortal realm, aiming to break through to the Venerable realm.
Before this, the lord of Dongguang City rarely appeared, and all affairs of Dongguang City had been managed by the Sleeping Dream Immortal and other deputy city lords. Now that the lord appeared, it immediately caused an uproar and excitement among the crowd.
Could it be that the lord of Dongguang City intends to save that human genius who is being hunted?
However, the lord of Dongguang City did not move. His gaze was sharp, like a sword, coldly stating, "Everyone, a Venerable of the Demon Tribe has appeared in the Void Tide Sea, and the situation is grave. From today onward, Dongguang City will enter a state of martial law. No one is allowed to enter or leave Dongguang City without cause. Effective immediately, Dongguang City will be sealed. Please maintain order."
"What? Dongguang City is going to be sealed? Aren't they going to rescue that human genius?"
"Our Dongguang City is one of the closest border cities to the Void Tide Sea in the Eastern Heavenly Realm. The city lord isn't taking action; does that mean they are abandoning that individual?"
"Why are they sealing Dongguang City? What is the purpose of this?"
An uproar ensued throughout Dongguang City, with everyone discussing and causing a stir.
The lord of Dongguang City spoke solemnly, "The specific reasons cannot be disclosed, but anyone who violates the prohibitions of Dongguang City is equivalent to betraying the clan and will be executed without mercy!"
Endless killing intent enveloped Dongguang City, suppressing many powerful individuals. Immediately, some merchant associations and hidden experts from various races in Dongguang City, even late-stage Saint Masters from the Void Tide Sea, felt a jolt, sensing an immense pressure.
"How powerful."
They were all astonished. The lord of Dongguang City was indeed a powerhouse from a top human force, having reached the late-stage peak Saint Master level many years ago. The aura he emitted made even these late-stage Saints feel a chill, as if they dared not look directly at him, fearing that if they confronted him, they would be instantly slain.
"Is he approaching the Venerable realm?"
Someone speculated.
But many shook their heads. If he had truly stepped into the Venerable realm, such an aura would be entirely different. One could see that from the Demon Venerable; once one breaks through to the Venerable realm, their own power would suppress the Heavenly Dao, becoming incompatible with it.
It was clear that the lord of Dongguang City was definitely not in the Venerable realm, but there was a feeling among the crowd that he had already taken that step and was advancing towards the Venerable realm.