At the same time.
Deep underground.
Right now, in the Willow King's absence, a Rank-8 venerable was hosting the opening of the Fountain of Life, with a few Rank-7 chieftains standing behind him.
Apart from those who fell in yesterday's battle, both of the Rank-8 powerhouses were doing well and were rapidly recovering from their injuries.
However, several Rank-7 powerhouses had suffered heavy injuries from the aftermath of the blasts.
The Rebirth Passageway was currently still stable, so if any more people from the Land of Rebirth were to show up, the injured chieftains would not be able to fight at full strength.
On an ordinary day, neither the Willow King nor the tutelary would grant them access to the Fountain of Life for mere light injuries.
At this time, however, it had become necessary that the Fountain of Life be opened.
