At the same time, far away in Heavenly Prison City, an entirely different kind of excitement was brewing.
Gui Ying returned travel-worn but triumphant, bringing the momentous news that the alliance had been forged. All seven powers had joined forces, and the entire domain was preparing to hunt down the Dao Venerable.
As the news spread, Heavenly Domain City, quiet for so long, erupted!
Countless cultivators rushed to tell one another. Morale soared, years of pent-up frustration fell away, and everyone saw hope that Heavenly Domain City could turn the tables and rise to the summit of the Sin Domain!
Inside the City Lord's Great Hall, the atmosphere was solemn.
Yu Cangxuan occupied the seat of honor, with Karma and Destiny seated on either side. The three figures at the very top had gathered to discuss the situation.
Standing in the hall, Gui Ying gave a detailed account of the alliance summit, the stance of each power, and the plans for the coming hunt. His voice rang with excitement and confidence.
After hearing the full report, Yu Cangxuan could no longer contain his delight. A broad smile spread across his face, while his eyes gleamed with a murderous edge.
"Gui Ying, you handled this splendidly!"
His fists tightened. Memories of being suppressed by Xuan Qing, seeing his foundations shattered, and nearly losing Heavenly Domain City surged through him. His long-suppressed fury and killing intent finally broke free.
"With seven powers united and the Wuji ancestor of the Ancestral Court entering the fray to back us, I'll make sure Xuan Qing never leaves alive this time! He'll pay his blood debt, and every old score will be settled!"
The air in the hall grew even more charged.
Unable to suppress his curiosity, Gui Ying bowed and asked, "City Lord, I've followed