Demon King Scales, Treasure Forging (Azure Princess, Guan Hong Realm)

"Why was he here?"

The Red-haired Old Man held the Bronze Cauldron, a trace of surprise appearing on his face.

The wine within the cauldron swayed, ripples spreading across its surface, just like his heart at this moment.

"Why had he left Northern Mountain Province and come here?"

Cloud-Splitting Spear, Wang Changlie.

The Wang Family's patriarch in Northern Mountain Province, he had risen from a rogue cultivator background. With one man and one spear, he had carved out a resounding reputation throughout Northern Mountain Province and founded the Wang Family's legacy. Among the five great families stationed at Northern Mountain Pass, the Wang Family was also the only local force from Northern Mountain Province.

The other Four Great Families either came from Azure Green Province Territory or had the backing of other forces.

Cloud-Splitting Spear had achieved the Celestial Realm many years ago. In terms of seniority and foundation, he was roughly comparable to the Red-haired Old Man. However, Cloud-Splitting Spear specialized in offense; his attacks were sharp and fierce, while his spear techniques shifted in endless variations.

Compared to him, the other man's battle record was even more impressive.

Though they had never truly measured their strength against each other, the other man's combat power was likely above his.

Still, if they truly came to blows, with his abilities, he would not necessarily fear the other man by much.

Both were Celestials of the Celestial First Realm, and both had accumulated strength for many years. Who did not have a few trump cards, protective techniques, or items to safeguard their path?

If it truly came to a fight to the death, no one would know the final outcome until the very last moment.

Still, both were Celestials. Unless it involved a struggle for great momentum or a contest over