Sacred Relic City stood in the heart of the Vast Continent. It was the largest and most prosperous city outside the Sacred Relic Land. When news of the Sacred Relic Land's imminent opening spread, this place became the focal point where the winds and clouds of the entire continent converged.
Three streaks of light descended from the sky, transforming into Mo Lin, Zi Yan, and Yao Yao outside the city gates.
Looking at the colossal city before them, its walls soaring into the clouds, weathered yet exuding an ancient and majestic aura, as well as the enormous source-rune barrier faintly visible above the walls and covering the entire city, Zi Yan blinked her violet eyes and pursed her little lips.
"Hmph, it does look pretty big, but... it doesn't feel even half as imposing as our Saint Pill City!" she said, hooking her arm through Mo Lin's with a hint of pride in her voice.
Mo Lin shook his head with a chuckle and rubbed her purple hair. "Silly girl, Saint Pill City has the Pill Tower overseeing it. More than seventy percent of the continent's alchemists and resources are gathered there, so naturally it is extraordinarily prosperous. Sacred Relic City may also be a grand city, but it is more of a military stronghold and a gathering place for adventurers. Their styles are different, so they can't be compared so simply."
His gaze swept over the massive source-rune barrier. His Immortal Eye flickered slightly, and he immediately saw through its workings. He nodded. "Mm, this city-protecting barrier is quite decent. Its energy circulates smoothly, and its defensive power is passable. Ordinary divine mansion realm experts would find it difficult to break through in a short time."
Yao Yao's cool eyes also swept over the source runes on the city