In the royal chamber, Princess Sun Cui, a 17-year-old prodigy at the peak saint stage, entered, her beauty unveiled, a striking presence comparable to Eliana. She questioned her father, King Ren Cui, about the source of his concern.
King Ren Cui, withholding no secrets from his talented and insightful daughter, revealed the presence of a divine being in the city. The uncertainty of whether this newcomer was an ally or a potential threat weighed heavily on the king's mind, especially considering the pressure he felt from the unfamiliar aura.
Princess Sun Cui, shocked by the revelation, understood the gravity of the situation. In this world, only one indiviudal held the power to challenge her father, King Ren Cui—the ruler of the other city Lian Ning sworn brother to her father—and the lustful prince from the 5th realm. The mere mention of the latter sent shivers down her spine.
Recalling an incident from three years ago in vivid detail, she narrated the events when the prince from the 5th realm arrived with his protector. The middle-aged man, at the peak of the divine stage, accompanied the prince in his attempt to claim her as his possession. Her father rebelled against them, but to their dismay, he Liang Ning changed the course of events.
The ensuing battle between Liang Ning and the prince from the 5th realm ended in a draw, leaving scars and a lingering fear. The prince, vowing to return, had threatened to bring someone from the celestial realm, a realm above even the divine realm. Princess Sun Cui and her father were haunted by the possibility that, if this threat materialized, the combined forces of King Ren Cui and Liang Ning might not be sufficient to withstand such formidable adversaries. The princess couldn't help but feel a deep-seated anxiety, aware of the potential consequences that the arrival of another divine being could bring to their city.
Determined to uncover the identity and intentions of the mysterious divine being who had appeared in their city, Princess Sun Cui embarked on a quest to seek out this powerful newcomer. Clad in royal attire that accentuated her regal bearing, she set out into the bustling streets of the city, her presence commanding respect and attention.
As she moved through the crowds, the princess utilized her keen senses and the knowledge acquired from her peak saint stage cultivation to discern any unusual fluctuations in the surrounding aura. With each step, she scanned the faces of the people, her sharp eyes searching for any signs of recognition or knowledge about the divine being.
Her journey took her to various parts of the city—busy markets, serene parks, and even the outskirts where the common folk resided. Princess Sun Cui engaged with cultivators of different stages, seeking information about the divine being who had stirred the city with his or her powerful aura.
Word of the princess's quest spread quickly, and the citizens, aware of her unmatched skills and the significance of her mission, eagerly assisted her. Some shared rumors and speculations, while others offered their own encounters with the divine being. However, none could provide concrete information about the newcomer's true identity or purpose.
Undeterred, the princess continued her quest, visiting prominent locations and establishments where cultivators gathered. She questioned officials, scholars, and even innkeepers, hoping to piece together the puzzle surrounding this enigmatic figure.
As she traversed the city, Princess Sun Cui remained resolute in her pursuit, fueled by a sense of duty to protect her father's kingdom and ensure the safety of its inhabitants.
While Princess Sun Cui tirelessly pursued clues about the mysterious divine being in various corners of the city, inside the inn, a magical moment unfolded for Kayden and Eliana. The egg, a curious reward from the system, cracked open to reveal a beautiful fox-like creature with a single tail. The creature's fur glistened like freshly fallen snow, earning it the name "Snowy."
As Snowy emerged from the egg, it looked around with intelligent eyes, its demeanor both playful and mysterious. Eliana was captivated by the adorable creature and couldn't resist reaching out to pet it. However, Snowy, with a mischievous glint in its eyes, suddenly bit Kayden, surprising him with a mixture of pain and amusement.
To Kayden's astonishment, the system informed him that Snowy fed on spirit stones. Although skeptical, Kayden decided to test it out and handed over a thousand spirit stones. In an instant, the spirit stones vanished, leaving Kayden and Eliana wide-eyed. To their amazement, Snowy visibly grew stronger.
Kayden chuckled at the unexpected turn of events. "You're one heavy investment," he remarked, teasingly acknowledging the cost of feeding Snowy. Eliana, unable to resist the fox's charm, gently cradled it in her arms, sharing a tender moment with their newfound companion.
As the princess continued her quest, Kayden, Eliana, and Snowy formed an unlikely trio. While Snowy adapted to its new surroundings, the trio couldn't help but wonder about the princess's progress in uncovering the secrets surrounding Kayden's arrival in the city. Little did they know that their paths would soon cross, setting the stage for unforeseen alliances and challenges.
As the mysterious pressure enveloped the city, signaling the arrival of Wen Fu, the 5th realm prince, chaos ensued. The king, Ren Cui, immediately sensed the impending threat and ordered his guards to prepare for the worst. Meanwhile, Princess Sun Cui felt a mix of shock and terror at the sight of the colossal ship descending upon the city.
High above in the sky, within the enormous ship, Wen Fu sat on his throne, surrounded by celestial and divine guards, as well as an army of exalted and divine cultivators. The ship bore the symbol of the Fu royal family crest, signifying his authority and power. Among the ranks of his forces was a mysterious general, whose cultivation level remained unknown but radiated an intimidating aura that even Kayden could sense from a distance.
When Kayden, Eliana, and Snowy felt the oppressive pressure, Kayden quickly grasped the severity of the situation. He urged Eliana to escape, recognizing the overwhelming force that Wen Fu had brought with him. The prospect of facing an entire army, including a formidable general, left Kayden feeling helpless, despite his recent cultivation breakthrough.
Eliana, however, raised a crucial point about the innocent people of the city. The dilemma weighed heavily on Kayden – escape to save themselves or stay to protect the people. Princess Sun Cui, witnessing the unfolding crisis, crumbled under the weight of fear.
In the midst of the chaos, General Hou Song, loyal to the king, seized the princess and made a swift decision. He believed that delivering the princess to Wen Fu might be the only way to spare the city from destruction. Despite Sun Cui's distress, Hou Song carried her away towards the looming threat.
In the royal house, King Ren Cui faced a dual onslaught. First, the betrayal of his trusted general, Hou Song, and second, the intrusion of four divine guards from the 5th realm. These guards, at the peak of the divine realm, easily overwhelmed the king's loyal defenders. King Ren Cui, coughing blood, found himself at the mercy of the mysterious visitors from the 5th realm.
The situation had escalated to a critical point, leaving the fate of the city and its inhabitants hanging in the balance. The confrontation between the 5th realm prince and the forces within the city was imminent, setting the stage for a clash that would shape the destiny of all involved. As Wen Fu revelled in the luxury of his throne, enjoying the spoils of his newfound power, he ordered his loyal general, Xie Wuying, to seize Princess Sun Cui and bring her before him. Xie Wuying, though conflicted about the morality of his actions, followed Wen Fu's command, driven by his loyalty and duty to protect the prince.
Meanwhile, as Kayden, Eliana, and Snowy attempted to leave the city to avoid the impending conflict, they encountered a group of hostile divine and exalted beings causing chaos. Unwilling to let innocent lives suffer, Kayden decided to confront the aggressors. In a display of his newfound powers at the peak divine being stage, Kayden swiftly defeated the intruders, earning a significant amount of points that he hoped would aid in saving the city.
However, the situation escalated further as an administrator on Wen Fu's ship noticed the disturbance and called for reinforcements. More divine beings and even a low stage celestial were dispatched to deal with the unexpected resistance.
In the face of this new threat, Kayden, Eliana, and Snowy were forced to take cover. Kayden, determined to protect those he cared about, used the points he had gained to rapidly level up, reaching the coveted celestial realm. However, the joy of his achievement was short-lived, as the agonizing pain that accompanied his rapid cultivation struck once again.
With the backup forces closing in, Kayden swiftly carried Eliana and Snowy to a safer location. The reinforcements, consisting of powerful divine beings and a low stage celestial, combed the area, searching for any signs of resistance.
As the tension in the city reached its peak, the fate of Princess Sun Cui, the safety of the inhabitants, and the future of Kayden and Eliana hung in the balance. The unfolding events would determine the course of their destinies in a realm where power, loyalty, and ambition clashed.