"The old heavens of Chaos are about to fall, and a new era is on its way.
"Those in Heavenly Prison City who cling to the old order, those narrow-minded fools who can see no farther than a mouse's eyes, are trying to stop a chariot with their arms. They are courting their own destruction.
"My Li Family has ruled Sin Domain City for countless eras. We must not fail to see the tide of the times and bury ourselves in this chaotic age!"
"The situation of the five great powers carving up Sin Domain City has lasted far too long.
"The five families stand apart, checking and constraining one another. It has always been redundant. It is time to reshuffle the deck."
As his words fell, Li Tianba threw back his head and laughed. The stagnant twilight air lingering around him vanished completely.
The scheming depth accumulated over the years and his long-suppressed ambition erupted without reserve. In their place rose the spirited vigor of youth and the commanding presence of an overlord who could maneuver across the world.
The next moment, he slowly opened his palm.
A golden card, smooth and lustrous in texture with its flowing light concealed within, floated silently above his hand. Fine, intricate exclusive Dao Patterns were engraved upon it, their lines circulating with the Chaos radiance unique to Jin Shui Treasure Pavilion. Mysterious and distinctive, it could be recognized at a glance.
Zhang Feng's gaze locked onto the golden card. His heart suddenly pounded wildly, and he cried out in shock.
"Master! You... you intend to join forces with Jin Shui Treasure Pavilion?"
Li Tianba gently rubbed the Dao Patterns on the card with his fingertips. His eyes blazed with ambition, his bearing brimming with vigor, and his voice carried the certainty of