The Outlook Is Grim

"Who dares trespass into the imperial city's restricted grounds?"

The leading Earth King Realm expert's voice boomed like thunder, making the runes around the teleportation array tremble faintly.

Cold sweat beaded on Gu Sheng's forehead, and the true qi within him nearly froze solid.

Any one of these experts could have taken his life with ease, let alone all five joining forces.

Just as he was about to explain, the girl beside him stepped forward lightly.

"Impudent."

Her voice was not loud, yet it flowed like a clear spring through a mountain ravine, instantly dispersing all the pressure.

She raised a hand and removed her veil, revealing a face as exquisite as a painting yet as cold as frost.

Gu Sheng noticed that the moment those experts saw her face, shock flashed through all their eyes.

"This Young Master Gu helped this princess break the seal. He is a benefactor of Southern Emperor City."

Her tone was calm, yet it carried unquestionable authority.

"Why have you not withdrawn?"

"Greetings, Your Highness!"

Dozens of experts dropped to one knee in unison. Even the Earth King Realm expert lowered his proud head.

Gu Sheng's pupils contracted slightly.

He knew the girl's status was extraordinary, but he had never expected her to be the Southern Emperor's daughter.

No wonder she could come and go freely in the forbidden grounds. No wonder those ferocious beasts did not dare approach her.

"Rise."

The girl raised her hand to signal everyone to stand, her gaze sweeping over the leading Earth King Realm expert.

"Commander Lin, immediately arrange for five King Realm experts to accompany this princess to Nine Heavens City."

Commander Lin hesitated.

"Your Highness has only just escaped danger. Should you not first seek an audience with His Majesty?"

"Saving people comes first."

The girl