Azure Profound True Person was waiting for him in the great hall, his expression somewhat grave. He held a Communication Talisman whose light had already dimmed, evidently from being checked over and over. When he saw Lin Feng emerge, he rose and said, "The Tianyuan City Lord sent someone here, saying he had something to discuss with you. The messenger waited outside for two days. I told him you were in secluded cultivation, but he kept waiting. It looks like something urgent."
Lin Feng asked, "What is it?"
Azure Profound True Person said, "He didn't say. Only that he had to tell you in person. You'll know once you go. Judging by his expression, it probably isn't good news. His face looked grim when he left."
Lin Feng nodded. "I'll go at once."
He used Azure Cloud Step and flew toward Tianyuan City. As swift as lightning, he reached the city in less than half a day. Along the way, he saw countless villagers working in the fields and children playing at village entrances, a scene of peace and harmony. He inwardly rejoiced that the Heavenly Profound Realm had not yet been destroyed by the Heavenly Demon Sect. He did not know whether these people would survive if the Heavenly Demon Sect truly came.
The Tianyuan City Lord was waiting for him in his study. When Lin Feng entered, he set down his brush, his expression grave. A map lay spread across the desk, marked with the locations of Tianyuan City, the Heavenly Demon Sect, and the Netherworld Sect. Several red arrows traced the marching routes of the Heavenly Demon Sect and the Netherworld Sect. Beside it lay several Communication Talismans. Some had shattered, while others still glowed faintly.
"Lin Feng, you're here," the Tianyuan City Lord said. "I have