"Yes, Sir." Li Wen nodded, his heart finally at ease.
With the Mountain Rain King personally escorting him, Zhao Zheng's journey was now completely secure.
After a brief confirmation, the Mountain Rain King wasted no more time. A gentle power of the Laws lifted Zhao Zheng, and the two of them transformed into a streak of light, continuing toward the Fire Hall.
Li Wen watched the light disappear over the horizon, then retracted his True Essence.
He glanced around the ravaged battlefield but did not linger.
A streak of light appeared once more as he turned and flew back at the same astonishing speed, returning to his post as a Guardian of Changning City.
The wilderness valley fell silent once more. Only the enormous craters and scorched marks remained, a silent testament to the recent Marquis Level ambush and the shocking rescue and counterattack.
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「Galactic Calendar 235, October 3rd. High noon.」
