A gentle breeze drifted by, carrying the breath of spring and leaving one feeling exceptionally refreshed.
The sky was a clear azure, cloudless for thousands of miles.
The land beneath their feet was blanketed in emerald green grass. The blades seemed to have only recently sprouted; a light step upon them was enough to snap the tender leaves.
In the distance of this springlike world, towering mountains could faintly be seen.
The mountains were equally lush and green.
Above the mountainsides, clouds and mist coiled and lingered, obscuring whatever magnificent sights might lie atop the peaks.
From the mountain ravines came the faint murmur of running water, bringing a sense of ease and comfort.
Perhaps it was because the streams from the ravines flowed down to the foot of the mountains.
Or perhaps there had always been a lake at the base of the mountains. At a glance, it truly looked like a secluded paradise hidden within the hills.
Between the mountains and the lake stood a tall seven-colored tower.
The tower had nine levels.
Set before any other building, it would undoubtedly have been an overwhelmingly imposing existence.
Yet—
It stood before that towering mountain, and thus its original splendor was utterly overshadowed.
This paradise-like world suddenly received several visitors today.
As space violently rippled—
More than a dozen figures abruptly appeared in midair.
This world was so tranquil and peaceful, yet the people who had suddenly arrived all radiated murderous intent.
Even the few who did not reveal any killing intent wore wary expressions.
They seemed utterly out of place in this world.
"No danger?"
A powerhouse emitting an aura so terrifying that his mere appearance threw the world's aura into disorder spoke in surprise.
As he spoke, the others also swept their gazes in every direction.
Clearly,