Xiao Man and Wu Huan walked on the streets of Wuji City.
Wu Huan looked at the bustling and lively streets, a strange light flashing in his eyes.
"Who would have thought that Wuji City, just a step away from the Land of Lawlessness, would be so prosperous and lively."
"The Land of Lawlessness is also lively, not as barren and fierce as you imagine," Xiao Man looked at Wu Huan. "The environment of the Land of Lawlessness is somewhat similar to the Ghost Realm. It is affected by certain things, making it unsuitable for normal people to live."
"Certain things, you might as well say it's influenced by the Demon Lord."
"It may not be the Demon Lord's influence," Xiao Man walked towards the city gate. As they passed a restaurant, a person rushed out. "Boss Xiao."
Xiao Man stopped. The person ran up quickly but dared not approach Xiao Man. "Greetings, Boss Xiao."
"Who are you?" Xiao Man looked at the person in front of her, finding him somewhat familiar but unable to recall where she had met him.
"Boss Xiao, I am Li Kun," Li Kun said excitedly. He had chosen to join others back then, and only those who followed Xiao Man had achieved great success, while he, to this day, was still only a Qi Refining cultivator, unable to break through to the Foundation Establishment stage.
"Li Kun?" Xiao Man thought carefully and smiled gracefully. "I'm sorry, I don't remember."
"I am one of the ten people who came out of the Land of Lawlessness with you," Li Kun said excitedly. "After entering Wuji City, we parted ways."
Xiao Man finally remembered. Among those who came out of the Land of Lawlessness with her, one betrayed her, one defected to others, and one died at the hands of the Cang Lang Sect. The remaining people were scattered among the Seven Great Sects, and the person in front of her was the one who had defected to others.
"Is there something you need?" Xiao Man asked indifferently.
"I... I am just happy to see you again," Li Kun said excitedly. "A few days ago, I saw Xi Wen... Lord Xi Wen. I, I want to follow you, is that okay?"
"I'm afraid you are not qualified," a majestic voice rang out.
"City Lord."
Yan City Lord's legs went weak. "Please don't call me Lord, I can't bear it."
Yan City Lord bowed respectfully. "Yan Yu pays respects to the Esteemed Lord."
Xiao Man quickly reached out to help him. "Uncle Yan, you are too kind. Yan'er and I are like sisters, so you are an elder. How can an elder bow to a junior?"
"In the Cang Xuan Continent, the strong are respected..."
"Even the strong must respect their elders," Xiao Man smiled. "I have just returned and did not visit the City Lord's mansion immediately. Please forgive me, Uncle Yan."
"Greetings, City Lord." A hint of disappointment flashed in Li Kun's eyes. He regretted countless times why he hadn't chosen to firmly follow Xiao Man back then, but instead chose a mercenary. If he had firmly followed Xiao Man, would he also have a bright future like Xi Wen and the others?
"This is..."
"This is my friend, Wu Huan. This is the City Lord of Wuji City."
Wu Huan merely nodded coldly as a greeting.
"Uncle Yan, my friend is not one for idle talk."
"I understand. Let's go to the City Lord's mansion first. My father has also been talking about you."
"Alright." Xiao Man led Wu Huan towards the City Lord's mansion. Li Kun stood on the street, watching their figures disappear into the crowd until they could no longer be seen, then he retracted his gaze.
"Brother Kun, who is that person?"
"The one who brought me out of the Land of Lawlessness."
"The legendary Xiao Qin who single-handedly broke into the Heavenly Sword Sect and destroyed half of it?" another person exclaimed in shock. "God, I've actually met a legendary figure! Brother Kun, will we follow her from now on?"
"Do you have the guts to confront the Heavenly Sword Sect?"
"No..."
"Since you don't, then dismiss that thought." Li Kun sighed. Following Xiao Man offered many opportunities, but also more danger. Perhaps his current life was more suitable for him. However, what was her purpose in returning to Wuji City at this time?
The old City Lord heard that Xiao Man had returned and rushed out to welcome her. However, before he could see her, he felt an overwhelming pressure that sent chills down his spine, and he quickly stopped.
"Yan Ze pays respects to the Esteemed Lord."
"Old City Lord, as soon as we meet, you are already treating me, a junior, this way?" Xiao Man stepped forward to support the old City Lord, who quickly retreated.
"Esteemed Lord, etiquette must not be neglected," the old City Lord insisted. "You are no longer that little girl from before. You are now a powerful overlord."
"Old City Lord, you truly are..."
"He is right," Wu Huan interjected. "Your current cultivation is enough to make you an overlord. The forces within the range of Wuji City are your people. From now on, Wuji City will become another sect outside the Four Great Sects."
"Esteemed Lord, does this mean that our Wuji City will become the base of the Eight Directions Sword Sect?" the City Lord asked excitedly. He had never imagined that one day, Wuji City would witness the birth of a great sect.
"Yes, the Eight Directions Sword Sect will become a great sect equal to the Four Great Sects. The Seven Great Sects will belong to the Eight Directions Sword Sect. We will contend with the Four Great Sects. Old City Lord, City Lord, are you afraid?"
"Hahaha," the old City Lord laughed heartily. "I never thought that in my old age, I could still go mad. To confront the Four Great Sects, if this were written down, it would be a great achievement to be passed down to future generations."
"Aren't you afraid of meeting a terrible end?"
"Our Yan family has guarded Wuji City for a long time, so long that this generation of the Yan family only has one daughter left. How bad can it get?" the old City Lord smiled. "Rather than staying here and living a life of no accomplishment until death, I am willing to take a gamble and forge a different path for future generations."
"Your resolve is indeed commendable," Wu Huan said softly. "Your judgment of people is not bad."
"Thank you for your praise," Xiao Man looked at the old City Lord. "To receive praise from him is not an easy thing, Old City Lord."
"This is..."
"The Ghost King, Wu Huan."
The old City Lord's expression trembled. He had not expected that this man, who looked about the same age as Xiao Man, would be the Ghost King who dominated the Ghost Realm.
"Everyone says the Ghost King has a green face and fangs. Now it seems the rumors are unreliable." The old City Lord quickly regained his composure. "May I know why the Ghost King is here?"
"I am here to release the Demon Lord."
The old City Lord swallowed and after a moment, slowly nodded. "I understand. The Ghost King is here to welcome their master."
Xiao Man smiled. "Something like that."
"Will Wuji City and the Land of Lawlessness be harmed because of the Demon Lord?"
"I will not allow such a thing to happen."
"If that is the case, I am relieved. Esteemed Lord, please do not hesitate to command if you need anything."