Chapter 54: The Arrival of Soaring Cloud Academy
The Heavenly Star Emperor, Ji Wuhui, was troubled by the increasing number of cultivators flooding into Nine Stars City. He couldn't use secular laws to control them, but if he tried, it would likely cost him his title as the Emperor. Fortunately, the newly powerful sects had maintained a level of restraint, preventing the situation from escalating.
At the east gate of the city, more and more cultivators had been entering recently, but today felt different.
"More and more cultivators have come to Nine Stars City lately, it seems like all kinds of people are gathering here."
"Isn't it? An ancient ruin! If we can pick up any scraps that the big forces leave behind, we could rise to power in an instant!"
"Hey, look at the sky! Something's coming!"
"What are you talking about? Are you seeing things?"
"No, really! Look carefully, it's getting closer!"
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As the crowd turned their attention to the sky, a small black dot appeared in the distance. Within moments, the dot grew larger, accompanied by the sound of air breaking apart. Soon, the source of the disturbance was visible—a massive scarlet-gold demon bird, hundreds of meters in size, soaring toward the city.