Strife Among the Kings

Qiankun Heaven, central region.

At the heart of Qiankun Heaven, which resembled a miniature continent, stood a towering, majestic mountain.

Like a sharp sword thrusting into the heavens, the mountain was a magnificent sight.

This mountain was called Qiankun Peak, the most important place in all of Great Luo Heaven.

Not only did the three Elders control the entire Qiankun Sect from here, but even the Sect Master, who remained in secluded cultivation year-round, was within this mountain.

It was the nerve center of all Qiankun Heaven, and even the entire Qiankun Sect.

Qiankun Peak was clearly especially lively today. The sound of rushing wind constantly rang out in the sky.

Powerful figures streaked over from afar before descending upon the majestic mountain.

Today was the day of the Nine Kings Conference, held once every three months by the Qiankun Sect. It was considered a rather important meeting within the sect, so few ever failed to attend.

At the summit of Qiankun Peak stood a majestic great hall in silence.

The hall exuded an ancient aura, as though it had been passed down since primordial times, inspiring reverence in all who saw it.

Within the hall stood a row of splendid, magnificent thrones. Clearly, these were the seats of the nine kings.

Behind the thrones stood numerous figures. Most were gathered around their respective thrones, their divisions clearly defined.

Where there were people, there was bound to be conflict.

The same was true within the vast Qiankun Sect. The various factions fought one another for their own interests, and the grudges between them were no exception.

Whoosh!

As figures filled the spacious hall, several streaks of flowing light suddenly shot over from the distant horizon, finally landing upon the silver throne at the end.

Everyone's gazes turned in that direction.