Within Nether City's main city, thanks to the ceaseless influx of Qing spiritual vitality, the branches growing from the array had roots alone that occupied the entire great hall.
Above the middle sections of the branches, innumerable offshoots stretched outward, extending into every corner of Nether City.
Wherever they reached, the tips of the branches melted open holes in the void between the two realms, then gathered together. It was like droplets falling upon the earth, spreading and flowing apart before gradually merging into one.
After a long while, the expanded void holes had nearly covered the entirety of Nether City's main city. This heavenly palace was faintly on the verge of entering the void hole opposite it.
From atop the array hub, Yu Lingbi gave Daoist Xian Ding a bow and said, "Senior, the Heavenly Branch has already pointed out the road ahead. We may cross over now."
Daoist Xian Ding glanced to one side. Daoist Wang hurriedly stepped forward and said, "Exalted One, the disciples below have made all preparations. We may depart at any time."
Daoist Xian Ding said, "Pass down the order. Seal the city gates and prepare to cross into that realm."
Daoist Wang froze, hesitation appearing on his face.
Daoist Xian Ding said, "What else is there?"
Daoist Wang said, "A report just came from outside. Two more fellow cultivators are heading our way. Should we wait for them a while?"
Daoist Xian Ding said, "No need... Wait!" He considered carefully, then instructed, "Send people to receive them and delay their arrival as much as possible. If any arrive first, arrange for them to stay in the auxiliary city. Tell them we will meet them shortly."
Daoist Wang's heart jolted, for he knew that Xian Ding had already laid down a Blood-Refining Grand Array