The month passed in the blink of an eye.
Shen Fan arrived at Grand Lord Haiming's cave abode as agreed.
To his surprise, two other Grand Lords had already arrived besides Haiming.
Grand Lord Haiming introduced them with a smile:
"Fa Yuan, these two are old acquaintances of mine, Grand Lord Golden Scale and Grand Lord Greenwater."
With a quick sweep of his gaze, Shen Fan took in their cultivation levels: both were at the fifth or sixth layer of Nirvana, and neither was weak!
Grand Lord Golden Scale was built like an iron tower. Fine, dark-gold scales covered his exposed arms, and scorching fire Dao resonance steamed around him. One glance was enough to tell that he was a fire Dao Grand Lord who favored all-out offense.
He had an easygoing disposition. Seeing Shen Fan look his way, he grinned and cupped his fists.
"I've long heard of your great reputation, Brother Fa Yuan. What a pleasure to finally meet you!"
Grand Lord Greenwater, meanwhile, was a slender, graceful woman in a long aqua-blue dress, with a three-foot sword hanging at her waist. Her Sword Intent was restrained, yet piercingly sharp.
She bowed slightly and spoke in a composed voice. "My respects, Grand Lord Fa Yuan."
Her manner carried a cool, intelligent air.
Following Fa Yuan's usual manner, Shen Fan waved a casual hand. "No need for formalities. Since we're fellow cultivators traveling together, just call me Fa Yuan."
Grand Lord Haiming patted Shen Fan on the shoulder.
"Everyone's here. Let's set off.
"It's a long journey to the Jade Yellow and Divine Tortoise realms. Along the way, I'll explain the whole story behind their war."
The others nodded, then transformed into streaks of light and soared into the sky, speeding into the void.
As they traveled, Grand Lord