Phoenix Cry Palace. At Ning Chen's word, the atmosphere abruptly changed, freezing into stillness. The Ji family's Sacred Lord's expression shifted slightly, surprise appearing on his face.
A cultivation beyond the Void Realm, reaching directly into the Real Realm—it was so clear, so clear that it was hard to believe.
For mortals to transcend into immortals had been an ancient taboo. No one had ever achieved it. The path of cultivation had always been arduous and difficult; if Heaven refused, what could all living beings do?
Yet today's scene had utterly shattered his understanding.
After a brief shock, Ji Yuechu's expression gradually returned to normal. He said, "Mr. Ning, do you know what you are saying?"
"I know very well."
Ning Chen said calmly, "What the Ji family wants is merely a powerful ally. It does not have to be Kylin Pavilion. I believe His Highness King Qi and the Northern Qi Dynasty behind her are more suitable."
"Defeating a legacy and destroying one are entirely different outcomes. Mr. Ning, are you certain you wish to do this?" Ji Yuechu asked coolly.
"Why not?" Ning Chen replied.
"Now that the Demon Palace has emerged, we are in dire need of legacies such as Kylin Pavilion to provide fighting strength. Moreover, Kylin Pavilion is extraordinarily powerful. Should it face a catastrophe of annihilation, the hidden foundation it can unleash will absolutely exceed your imagination," Ji Yuechu said solemnly.
"I do not yet know what the Demon Palace will do in the future. However, Kylin Pavilion has already extended its black hand toward His Highness King Qi. As her friend, I cannot sit by and watch."
As he spoke, Ning Chen's expression gradually turned cold. "If I act and destroy Kylin Pavilion, then the alliance between the Sacred Lord and His Highness