Chapter 291: Radiant Sanctum
The group descended to the nearest cliff near the hanging city, where one of the thick metal chains was tethered. Once they were on ground level, the scale of things became a lot clearer. The metal chains that were able to support an entire land mass where thousands lived were so thick that it could practically fit houses on them.
Everyone in the group, except Yan Gao, couldn’t help but gawk out the window of the Skyrunner as their vehicle descended down the metal chain. It was literally like a metal bridge with no railings. They curiously peered down to find the dark chasm and failed to see the bottom. It progressively got steeper the further away from the cliff it went until there was only pitch darkness. It threatened to pull any onlookers down if they stared too deeply.
“I assume flying directly into the sect isn’t an option?” Li Lang asked their guide once they had some time to process all the new scenery.
“That’s correct. The barrier protecting our sect doesn’t allow anything to pass through. The only entrances are through the ends of the supporting chains,” Yan Gao answered while keeping his eyes straight ahead as he steered the carriage.
His words caused Li Lang to cast an inquisitive gaze at the chain they were riding on. There weren’t any visual traces of the barrier, but he was confident it was there. It would just be too stupid of the Radiant Wing Sect if they didn’t defend the literal lifeline that supported their entire island. No sane sect would make it that easy for malicious parties to target these connections to drop their island.
It was something to think about as his own island was still in its nascent stage. There was a lot of work to be done and even more room for improvement. So far, every sect had headquarters that were easily defensible, but also breathtaking. It made Li Lang ponder if the current mountain range surrounding the perimeter of his island was the right choice.
The trip down the colossal metal chain didn’t take that long, and they soon arrived at the gates of the hanging city. There were proper city walls and gates protecting the island, with a security checkpoint up ahead. The gate they were headed to was already wide open, with a dozen people standing there awaiting them.
Seeing how there wasn’t anyone else entering the city through this path right now, it was safe to assume they were there for the Star Gem Academy visitors.
As expected, Yan Gao steered them toward the welcoming party before disembarking to join them. After exchanging a few quiet words, he turned back to Li Lang’s group before they all clasped their fists in unison.
“Welcome to the Radiant Sanctum. On behalf of our sect, we welcome you.”
Li Lang swiftly returned the gesture in kind.
“Thank you for welcoming me.”