The sky suddenly split open as two graceful figures stepped out from the void!

At first glance, this sight might seem like something even an ordinary Dao Realm cultivator could achieve.

But in truth, the difference was like heaven and earth!

While Dao Realm experts could tear through space, they did so by brute force, expending immense energy—something they would never do unless absolutely necessary.

Yet now…

The air rippled like water, as if alive.

This phenomenon…

Was the power of heaven and earth being harnessed.

Space itself was opening willingly!

Compared to this, the crude force of cultivation seemed utterly barbaric.

Only a Sage who had comprehended the Three Thousand Great Daos could accomplish such a feat!

Those with higher cultivation could instantly recognize the distinction!

On the streets below…

A sea of people had already gathered, their excitement deafening!

"A Sage has descended!"

"Heavens! To witness a Sage in person—what an incomparable honor!"

"This is our destined fortune!"

"Look! There are two figures—could it be two Sages arriving together?!"

"We pay our respects, great ones!!!"

The frenzied crowd dropped to their knees in unison!

Their roars surged like tidal waves!

Amid the clamor, Xu Xianzhi and his son also looked up, their faces filled with awe.

Beneath the Sages, all were ants—even those at the Dao Realm were no exception.

Now that a Sage had appeared…

Xu Xianzhi’s heart stirred with overwhelming emotion, and in an instant, hope for survival flared within him!

Never in his wildest dreams…

Had he imagined a Sage would personally descend!

His eyes trembling, Xu Xianzhi dared a glance at the sky—and what he saw made his pupils quiver even more.

Two Sages indeed!

Especially the one on the left…

Clutching a longsword, her raven hair like silk, her icy gaze sweeping over the land.

Dressed in sleek black robes, she exuded an aura as cold as ancient glacial ice!

That demeanor…

That presence…

It was unmistakable—she resembled the legendary figure!

"That… that one!"

"Could she be the Invincible Sword Saint?!"

His throat dry, Xu Xianzhi’s eyes bulged in disbelief!

Gasps erupted around him.

Xu Kaihan, still dangling beside him, and the surrounding onlookers all sucked in sharp breaths!

The Invincible Sword Saint!

The only sword-wielding Sage—and arguably the strongest among them!

Who could have imagined…

Not only had two Sages arrived today, but even she had come!

This humble little Blackmarsh City…

What merit did it possess to deserve such an honor?!

Terror and reverence filled the crowd as they pressed their faces into the dirt!!!

The entire city trembled with fervor!

Yet amid this divine descent, Xu Xianzhi remained eerily calm.

Suppressing his shock, he stole another glance, his mind racing with theories.

Blackmarsh City wasn’t remote…

But to a Sage, it was nothing more than a backwater—not even worth a second glance.

Yet now, two Sages had come.

And coincidentally, right after he had sent out his message…

This defied all logic.

The timing was too perfect.

His eyes flickered toward the sky.

The Invincible Sword Saint’s identity was unmistakable.

But the other Sage…

A peerless beauty draped in pristine white robes, so flawless that one glance made mortals feel unworthy.

Yet there were no rumors, no legends about her.

Her luminous eyes scanned the crowd…

As if searching for someone…

Could it be…

The newly ascended Sage—the White Emperor?!

Had his desperate message… actually reached a Sage?!

Had his wild boast somehow become reality?!

Xu Xianzhi’s pupils trembled!

The will to survive surged within him, and with a burst of courage, he shouted—

"Great ones, your presence honors us beyond measure!"

"Might this lowly one ask the purpose of your visit? I am Xu Xianzhi of the Moonview Sect, and I pledge my humble service!"

His words echoed.

The crowd snapped their heads toward him.

Disdain flashed in their eyes!

What could two trussed-up fools possibly offer?

But as the meaning sank in…

Many faces twisted with regret!

Damn it!

That scheming bastard had seized the initiative!

Truly…

Xu Xianzhi’s experience and sharp instincts were unmatched.

Even in such a humiliating state, he knew how to seize an opportunity!

That alone put him leagues above ordinary men!

The two Sages turned their gaze toward him.

The White Emperor observed the two disheveled figures dangling awkwardly but remained silent.

Yet as her divine sense swept over them…

She detected the aura she had been searching for—coming from within the courtyard!

In a flicker of thought…

Her figure vanished from the sky.

The next instant, she stood in the middle of the street.

Up close…

Her beauty was even more breathtaking, like a goddess descended from the heavens.

Every movement carried an otherworldly grace, untouchable and divine.

Anyone who saw her…

Could only feel shame in comparison!

Amid the awestruck silence…

The White Emperor and the Invincible Sword Saint glided forward—heading straight for the courtyard gate!

And in their path…

Only two bound figures resembling beggars!

Instantly…

The crowd seethed with envy and resentment!

Damn it all!

That bastard had stolen their chance!

Some young talents…

Clutched their chests in anguish!

Meanwhile, Xu Xianzhi and his son exchanged stunned glances before their faces flushed with euphoria!

"This—!"

"Hahahaha…!"

Their laughter bordered on hysterical!

Combined with their ridiculous state, they looked utterly deranged!

But to onlookers…

Their elation was understandable.

After all…

With just one sentence, they had caught the attention of Sages!

Such fortune was beyond even their wildest dreams!

What did a little humiliation matter now?

If the Sages acknowledged them, their futures would be limitless!

Anyone would lose their composure!

For a moment…

Some even envied them—wondering if being trussed up might be worth it…

But little did they know…

Xu Xianzhi and his son’s excitement ran far deeper!

As the White Emperor approached…

Her overwhelming aura shook their very souls!

After enduring so much suffering…

This felt like salvation!

They trembled uncontrollably!

The surrounding crowd, not wanting to miss their chance, also bowed deeply!

"We pay homage to the White Emperor! To the Invincible Sword Saint!"

Voices thundered!

Yet some young elites glared with resentment.

They were clearly more talented—why were the Sages drawn to those two pathetic figures?!

Just one breath slower…

And they’d missed their chance!

To lose such an opportunity to those two fools—

It was infuriating!!!

But Xu Xianzhi and his son ignored the stares, struggling to speak despite their bonds.

Their shamelessness knew no bounds!

In their eyes…

Those two legendary Sages weren’t just saviors—

They were the blessings of fate upon the Xu family!

Surely…

His son’s sincerity had moved the White Emperor!

That’s why this miracle had occurred!

The Moonview Sect would rise to unprecedented heights!

Every hardship had been worth it!!!

Tears streamed down Xu Xianzhi’s face as he bellowed again—

"We bow to the White Emperor!!!"

"We bow to the Invincible Sword Saint!!!"

His voice was so shrill it could wake the dead!

Inside the courtyard…

Yi Feng jolted awake, barely suppressing the urge to storm out in rage!

Luckily…

Hearing the title "White Emperor," he checked himself.

Slowly retracting his metaphorical blade, his anger turned to anticipation as he strode toward the gate.

Before he could open it…

A childlike wail pierced the air—

"White Emperor!"

"You’ve come to save us, haven’t you…?"

"You must avenge us! Our enemy is ruthless—look what they’ve done to us! And worse… they’ve been slandering your name!"

"Our humiliation means nothing, but your honor must be defended! Such a vile sinner deserves death ten thousand times over!"

Truly worthy of being a saint’s relative—the moment the saint arrived, Xu Xianzhi’s bullying nature was laid bare.

His first words were a cry for death.

Absolutely perfect!

But this was exactly the fuel needed to fan the flames!

Otherwise, $2hen the fight began, if the saint’s hatred wasn’t fully stoked, he might not go all out!

These words were music to the ears!

Yi Feng listened with growing anticipation, almost tempted to cheer along!

Without hesitation, $2e strode forward to meet his long-awaited fate!

As he swung open the courtyard gate, $2u Xianzhi shuddered in fear before twisting his head back, tears streaming as he cursed:

“It’s him!”

“It’s this vile man! He tarnished your reputation and even dared to claim he was looking for the White Emperor!!!”

Glancing behind, $2he onlookers sighed in unison, their eyes filled with pity.

To a saint, all beneath them are but ants.

This young man, ignorant of the heavens and earth, had mistaken these two for thieves and arrested them. Now, having offended a saint, he was surely doomed.

But the next moment—

Thud! Thud!

Xu Xianzhi and his son were sent flying like kites with severed strings, vanishing in the blink of an eye!

Their fate unknown!

They crashed straight through several abandoned houses!!!

The crowd was stunned.

Yet the White Emperor continued forward, indifferent to the chaos around her.

Her peerless beauty even softened with a warmth never seen before.

“Long time no see…”

Her gentle voice struck like thunder in their ears.

The bystanders froze.

A sea of dark figures stood with mouths agape in shock!

What the—?

What kind of situation was this?!

Is this how a saint’s wrath looks?!

Even Yi Feng felt his smile stiffen on his face.

Replacing it was utter bewilderment.

As that long-missed figure approached gracefully, $2i Feng was completely rooted in place, mind in chaos!

“Bai Piaopiao?!”