Wusheng, a direct descendant of Wuji.
From the moment he was unsealed, he possessed all memories.
His power surpassed that of his ancestors.
His father had sealed the Eight Ancient Demon Generals, and he was to kill them.
Chen Fan remained silent for a long time, then finally asked, "May I trouble you to ask, is your father still alive?"
"I don't know."
Wusheng shook his head. "Most likely he is. How could someone like my father fall so easily?"
That's right.
Chen Fan realized, "Thank you."
The spatial gate would open in at most a month. There was hope.
Having said that, he prepared to leave.
Behind him, Wusheng's voice called out, "What are your thoughts on the opening of the spatial gate?"
"I'll wait..."
I'll wait.
I am also waiting for the spatial gate to open.
"Heh heh."
Wusheng smiled calmly, "Are you willing to fight into the spatial gate with me?"
"We'll see."
He was unsure.
He only wanted to find the White Bone Forest and get news of that person. He didn't necessarily have to go in; opening the spatial gate was enough.
Wusheng didn't know his father's whereabouts, so there was no point in asking further.
Chen Fan turned and left.
In front of the thatched hut, the disheveled Taoist priest stood calmly.
Only the sword stuck in the ground emitted a trembling hum.
"What have you sensed?"
The disheveled Taoist priest looked at the rusty sword thoughtfully. "You are my father's sword. You've never shown any change. Why are you acting strangely today?"
He was puzzled.
After a while, the rusty sword calmed down.
The disheveled Taoist priest couldn't figure it out and could only put the matter aside for now.
...
Chen Fan returned to Wenlan City.
This outing had not taken long.
He left without a sound and returned without a sound.
"City Lord."
As soon as Chen Fan returned, Old Demon Chu came to visit.
Chen Fan had not brought Old Demon Chu with him on this trip.
"City Lord."
Old Demon Chu knocked on the door. "The First Dark Bishop is here to see you."
"Let him in."
The First Dark Bishop had come to visit, and it was only right to show him some respect.
Not long after, the First Dark Bishop arrived.
Chen Fan walked out of the room and took a seat in the pavilion in the courtyard.
"City Lord."
The First Dark Bishop cupped his fists in salute.
"Is there something the Dark Archbishop is here for?" Chen Fan asked.
"It's like this..."
The Dark Archbishop spoke directly. "City Lord, you must have gone to the Hall of Gods, right?"
"Yes."
Chen Fan did not hide it.
The Dark Church had been established for many years, and it was not surprising that they knew of the Hall of Gods' existence.
The Dark Archbishop sighed. "A long time ago, the Dark Church knew of the Hall of Gods' existence. The Hall of Gods never interfered in the affairs of the Damelia Continent; their sole focus was the spatial gate."
"You know quite a lot."
Chen Fan sighed. "As expected of an organization established for hundreds of years, you know quite a lot."
"Alas."
The Dark Archbishop seemed troubled. "When the spatial gate opens, a great catastrophe will befall us."
"And then?"
Chen Fan still didn't understand the purpose of the Dark Archbishop's personal visit.
"Then... I just want to know what your thoughts are on the opening of the spatial gate."
"No thoughts."
"Do you support its opening, or strengthening the seal?" This was the main reason for the Dark Archbishop's visit.
"Support."
On this point, Chen Fan was one hundred percent certain.
The spatial gate must be opened.
The Dark Archbishop's concealed face showed no change in expression in the darkness.
"City Lord Chen, are you not going to change your decision?" the Dark Archbishop wanted to confirm again.
Chen Fan simply looked at him, saying nothing.
"Alright."
The First Dark Bishop understood.
Then, he rose and cupped his fists. "If that is the case, City Lord Chen may need to prepare himself."
What to prepare for needed no further explanation.
Prepare for battle.
...
The Dark Archbishop departed.
"Hoo."
It was as if a gust of wind had swept across the Damelia Continent.
This wind was filled with murderous intent.
The Damelia Continent, which had been quiet for several months, was once again stirred by the wind.
This wind was sharp and biting.
"Buzz."
In the Hall of Gods, a beam of light shot up towards the sky.
This time, many people saw the sky-piercing beam of light.
It resembled an aurora, with peculiar patterns.
The beam of light reached the heavens, and faintly, it carried the power of a seal, as if intending to suppress this world.
Simultaneously, in a mountain hollow in the Northern Region and in Wenlan City, figures appeared in the sky.
"City Lord Chen."
Athena, the Goddess of Wisdom, clad in golden armor, looked down upon the entire Wenlan City. "Would you care to come out for a meeting?"
"Boom."
Demonic energy surged.
Old Demon Chu appeared like an ancient demon god, his aura shaking the heavens.
"Roar."
The Heaven-Devouring Maw appeared, lunging to devour the Goddess of Wisdom.
The sky exploded, and storms raged.
The expanding storm spread to Wenlan City, and the entire city trembled, with tall buildings on the verge of collapse.
At a critical moment, a shield of light appeared, protecting Wenlan City.
And high in the sky, the Heaven-Devouring Maw shattered.
"Presumptuous."
The Old Saint Emperor emerged from the broken demonic clouds, his body staggering slightly.
Having taken Chu Old Demon's blow head-on, the Old Saint Emperor was not unharmed.
"Hmph."
Chu Old Demon strode through the air, glaring at the Old Saint Emperor. "What, you're a dog for others now?"
The Old Saint Emperor remained unfazed. "Old man, you've been suppressed for a hundred years, but your mouth is still as foul."
"Likewise."
"Let's go, shall we find another place to play?" the Old Saint Emperor sneered.
Killing intent permeated the air.
"Go."
Old enemies meeting, Chu Old Demon's killing intent was sky-high.
"Boom."
The two immediately engaged in a fierce battle.
The flames of war reached the sky, far from Wenlan City, and instantly ascended into the heavens.
The Goddess of Wisdom spoke softly, "City Lord Chen, hand over the seal key and the Scepter of Gravity, and today's events will be considered past."
Her purpose in coming was the key to the spatial gate and the Orb of Gravity.
"Tsk tsk."
Tynuc came out of the city.
Gazing from afar, he looked at the Goddess of Wisdom, then at the three figures behind her.
Unfamiliar faces, yet he recognized them.
On that day, when the Old Saint Emperor escaped from him, it was these three who had rescued him.
"Everyone."
Tynuc's face showed a smile. "It's one thing outside, but are you storming my doorstep?"
"City Lord Chen..."
The Goddess of Wisdom seemed not to notice Tynuc and continued, "The survival of the entire Damelia depends on this. Hand over the key to the spatial gate and the Scepter of Gravity, otherwise, divine punishment will descend upon Wenlan City."
In the Eastern Manor, Chen Fan opened his eyes from his cultivation.
He glanced at the Goddess of Wisdom in the sky, his calm pupils showing a hint of coldness.
"Get lost."
There was only one word.
The word exploded like thunder, and an indescribable pressure spread across heaven and earth.
With a roar, even the clouds in the sky exploded.
The pressure that shook heaven and earth, however, caused Athena's expression to change.
"Insolent."
One of the three behind Athena stepped forward abruptly and threw a punch.
The man was tall, his eyes filled with disdain. "Do you really think you're invincible at the Half-step Supreme level? Our Hall of Gods has been dormant for so long that the world has forgotten us. Fine, since we're coming out, today I'll show you what the vastness of heaven and earth truly means."