The Central Continent Gu Refining Convention was in full swing, yet Fang Yuan's group had already vanished without a trace.
Fang Yuan's order to retreat had been so thorough that the Gu Immortals of the five regions had developed an illusion, as though Fang Yuan's earlier large-scale destruction and slaughter had merely been a false appearance.
"What exactly is Fang Yuan doing?"
"The Central Continent Gu Refining Convention is still underway—make a move already!"
"You're the Little Demon Venerable. Don't tarnish your own reputation."
The Super Forces of the four regions grumbled inwardly. All of them were anxious, hoping Fang Yuan would act first and lead the charge for them.
Yet Fang Yuan, who had always been like fire and water with Heavenly Court, unexpectedly shrank back into his shell without a single stir.
The forces of the four regions were nearly growing resentful as they watched the days pass day by day. The Central Continent Gu Refining Convention continued through round after round of selection, and refining path elites from every corner began competing at an even higher level.
The number of competition venues across Central Continent was also greatly reduced. At every venue, Heavenly Court stationed several Central Continent Gu Immortals to guard it with the utmost vigilance.
Under such circumstances, another order from Fang Yuan descended. Bai Ning Bing, Bing Yuan, and the various Gu Immortals from Beast Calamity Grotto-Heaven set out one after another.
Central Continent, Black Tortoise Mountain Range.
"Bai Ning Bing, you aid a tiger in its evil deeds. Retribution will come for you in the end!" The immortal maiden from Spirit Affinity House stationed here threw down those harsh words before leaving.
Bai Ning Bing snorted coldly. "She ran rather quickly."
The Black Tortoise Mountain Range was one of Spirit Affinity House's super