After a long while, the violent power slowly receded, and the sky began to mend itself.
Yet Jade Bloom Holy Land was a scene of utter devastation. Dust and smoke surged into the heavens, while terrified cries rang out without end.
"Bai Qian!"
Qin Wudao's eyes nearly split with rage. His blood and qi churned throughout his body, blood constantly spilling from the corners of his mouth as his not-yet-healed injuries worsened once more.
"This time was a warning!"
A faint voice echoed across the horizon, and Bai Qian's power vanished completely.
"Cough, cough... Pfft..."
Qin Wudao finally could not hold on any longer. He coughed violently and sprayed out a mouthful of blood carrying a faint silver gleam. His injuries were severe.
"Holy Master!"
"Holy Master, how are you?"
The higher-ups' expressions changed drastically as they hurried forward to support the swaying Qin Wudao.
"I... I'm fine..."
Qin Wudao waved a hand. His gaze was terrifyingly grim, killing intent surging endlessly within him, while his voice was noticeably weaker.
The Zhou Tian Stars slowly faded away, eventually gathering into fifty-four Di Sha Array Flags that shot toward different regions of Jade Bloom Holy Land.
"Comfort the disciples. As for the secret realm, wait until I recover."
Leaving behind those words, Qin Wudao vanished into the void.
The Jade Bloom Holy Land higher-ups wore grave expressions as they exchanged looks, their faces shifting between light and shadow.
Only after a long while did they disappear from the sky and begin gathering the disciples to calm them.
Meanwhile, beneath the Immortal Road, within the White Jade Palace.
Bai Qian's gaze was graver than ever as she looked at Wang Xuanfeng.
"You have completely enraged Qin Wudao. He is already prepared to let the fish die and the net split."
Wang Xuanfeng's