Xuan Wuzong had not been having an easy time lately.
After returning from that battle, he had remained in seclusion, working to dissolve the various abnormalities within his body. Yet whether it was Liao Power, Shang Power, or the virulent poison of the Myriad Poison Bead, none of them were easy to purge.
Thus, even now, Xuan Wuzong had yet to fully recover. The wound Lu Ye had inflicted that day had still not completely healed, though fortunately it no longer had much effect on his strength.
Recently, he had also sensed the bottleneck that had troubled him for countless years beginning to loosen. He had intended to make a push for a higher realm once his injuries healed, then seek out Lu Ye and settle old scores.
Who could have known that Lu Ye would actually come knocking at his door?
Xuan Wuzong had no idea how Lu Ye had accomplished it. From his perception, Ten Steps City's outer array was entirely intact, showing no signs of having been attacked. Before Lu Ye made his move, the city had likewise been peaceful and free of abnormalities.
But now that Lu Ye had acted, how could he possibly endure it?
True, he was deeply wary of the Weapon Race Dao Soldier in Lu Ye's hands. But this was Ten Steps City, and the many great generals under his command were all within the city. No matter how formidable Lu Ye was, he could forget about leaving safely today!
As killing intent surged wildly, he turned into a streak of light and shot toward the Central Great Hall. At the same time, figures emerged from all across the city and rushed toward Xuan Wuzong.
They were, astonishingly, the many notable powerhouses of the city.
While flying through the air, Xuan Wuzong