Golden Phoenix Island was the Dongfang Family's stronghold, named for its resemblance to a golden phoenix.
After Azure Ripple World cultivators invaded the Eastern Fence World, the Dongfang Family intensified its patrols, dispatching additional clansmen to patrol and keeping a strict guard.
At the northwestern corner of Golden Phoenix Island stood a steep, towering mountain. The entire peak glittered with golden light, like a mountain of gold.
Golden Phoenix Peak was one of the Dongfang Family's forbidden grounds. Only the Dongfang Family's upper echelons were permitted to enter.
At the summit stood a magnificent palace, with golden bricks and glazed tiles. Lifelike golden phoenixes were carved into the thick stone pillars, while three large silver characters—"Golden Phoenix Hall"—were inscribed upon a gilded plaque.
Inside the hall, more than a dozen Eastern Family cultivators were discussing the war. A clean-shaven middle-aged man with a square face sat in the seat of honor, his gaze imposing.
Dongfang Yubin, the Eastern Family's Family Head, was also Dongfang Yulin's youngest cousin.
"The war is becoming increasingly tense. Fifth Elder Brother has sent word for us to dispatch a group of experts to the frontline. We..."
Before Dongfang Yubin could finish, a deafening roar erupted. The entire Golden Phoenix Hall shook violently, and alarm bells blared.
"Enemy attack! Enemy attack!"
Dongfang Yubin's face darkened. He was the first to soar out of Golden Phoenix Hall, only to suck in a sharp breath.
High in the sky floated a crimson cloud several zhang wide. Standing atop it were a burly, ruddy-faced Red-Robed Elder and Long Hanji. The Red-Robed Elder had thick limbs and eyes like lightning. Red Rings adorned his hands and feet, and another Red Ring pierced his nose, giving him a strange appearance.
The Red-Robed Elder's aura was even stronger than Long Hanji's. He