Within the Three Imperial Cities, the Nine Nether King had returned. The former foremost prodigy of the royal clan had appeared before the world once more.
Inside the imperial city, every faction had turned its gaze toward the three who had entered the city, weighing each step they would take from now on.
The Nine Nether King had returned with his successor, but his purpose remained unknown. However, regardless of what the Nine Nether King intended, a reshuffling of the imperial city's powers was inevitable.
Almost every expert above the Mortal Realm had clearly sensed the earlier battle. The Nine Nether King's current strength was no weaker than that of an imperial path expert. Even the Three Demonic Emperors had to respond to such terrifying combat power with caution.
"Ninth Imperial Uncle, your nephew must return first to report."
After the three entered the city, Xuan Qing looked at the man before him and spoke respectfully.
"Mm."
The Nine Nether King nodded and said calmly, "Go. This King will wait for you at the King's Estate."
"Many thanks, Ninth Imperial Uncle."
Xuan Qing saluted, then did not linger any longer. He quickly headed toward the three imperial halls in the distance.
"Come back to the estate with This King."
After Xuan Qing left, the Nine Nether King looked at the young man behind him and said indifferently.
"Yes."
Ning Chen nodded and answered softly.
The two headed east, walking toward the Nine Nether King's Estate.
The Nine Nether King's Estate, once the most luxurious residence in the imperial city, had now nearly fallen into ruin. Before its gates lay utter desolation; not even a single guard could be seen.
Before the Nine Nether King's Estate, the Nine Nether King arrived with Ning Chen. He stepped forward, pushed open the gates,