Looking at the map of the Lihuo Realm in front of him.

Xu Zimei knew that this so-called map wasn't very detailed, but it still had many important things.

For instance, the boundary here.

Xu Zimei only then realized that between Stone Rock City and the Lihuo Realm, there was actually another city.

Named Shenghai City.

It's a small city, but it is said that it is densely populated. The residents who left Stone Rock City before all went to this Shenghai City.

When it comes to resisting the Water Beasts, this Shenghai City is even more powerful than Stone Rock City. If the Water Beasts want to attack, their first barrier is actually Shenghai City.

Only then would they reach Stone Rock City.

However, Shenghai City is not under the jurisdiction of the Chaos Fire Realm.

It is said that they used to belong to the Lihuo Realm.

After the Lihuo Realm was destroyed, this Shenghai City survived.

However, the City Lord of Shenghai City is considered a hero of his time.

He may not be very strong, but his leadership is powerful. In just a few years, Shenghai City has become a significant city.

It is said that they even built three layers of city walls.

The Stone Rock City in front of him is already quite impressive, but compared to Shenghai City, it pales in comparison.

Shangguan Xian was also watching the map.

She asked, "Are we going to Shenghai City?"

"Yes," Xu Zimei nodded.

"Where there are Water Beasts, that's exactly where I want to go.

I hope to see the presence behind the Water Beasts."

"The presence behind?" Shangguan Xian was taken aback.

She had never been to the Inner World and didn't know about the existence of the Blue People.

Xu Zimei felt that since the two of them were now on the same line, and she was following him,

There was no harm in telling her some things.

He said, "These Water Beasts aren't actual living beings.

They were all artificially created." subtex./subtex

"Created?

You're not joking," Shangguan Xian said in shock.

"Are you saying that the destruction of the Lihuo Realm was a conspiracy of others?"

"I'm not very sure myself, I'm just in the pursuit of truth," Xu Zimei smiled.

"Then what is your goal?

After pursuing the truth?" Shangguan Xian asked, "Don't tell me you're helping our Fire Tribe."

Shangguan Xian was originally from the Fire Tribe, while Xu Zimei was of the human race.

In the Blazing Flame Realm, the Fire Tribe was dominant, and living conditions for humans were tough.

So in a sense, the human race was not well-regarded by the Fire Tribe.

"What, can't I have a Bodhisattva's heart and try to save the Blazing Flame Realm?" Xu Zimei laughed.

"You're being a bit petty, judging the heart of a gentleman with a petty mind."

"Petty mind?

If you truly have a Bodhisattva's heart, then there wouldn't be any bad people in this world," Shangguan Xian retorted.

"Heaven is much worse than me," Xu Zimei laughed.

"Can you tell me your goal?" Shangguan Xian asked seriously.

"Do you know the Ancient God?" Xu Zimei asked.

"Ancient God?" Shangguan Xian thought for a moment, then shook her head.

The Ancient God is too ancient.

Not everyone wants to understand that part of history.

Many even think the Ancient God is just an elusive legend.

"What does the Ancient God have to do with the Water Beasts?

Do you think the Ancient God is the mastermind?" Shangguan Xian asked.

"I'm not sure about that either; as I said, I'm in the process of pursuing the truth."

Xu Zimei replied, "If you want to know, explore slowly, and you will eventually find out."

"Alright, I'm just following you," Shangguan Xian nodded.

By now, it was getting late.

Xu Zimei and Shangguan Xian didn't rush on the road, not knowing what they might encounter.

So they found an inn here to rest for the night.

......

Meanwhile, at the City Lord Mansion of Stone Rock City.

The arrival of the Fire Cloud Heir almost alarmed everyone.

From the generals to the councilors, the entire Stone Rock City basically came.

The general's name was Wang Yuehai, and he had a loud voice.

Before entering the main hall, his shouting could already be heard.

"I heard Brother Tyrant Blade was killed, I don't know who will take his position."

Wang Yuehai shouted as he walked into the main hall.

Then he turned his gaze to the Fire Cloud Heir seated on the main seat, his eyes narrowing.

He said fiercely, "Who are you?

Are you the new City Lord sent by the Chaos Fire Realm?"

"You can call me the Fire Cloud Heir," the Fire Cloud Heir said with a smile.

He didn't seem to mind the other person's offensive intentions at all.

He just had a gentle smile on his face.

He looked at everyone with a friendly demeanor.

"What qualifications do you have to be the City Lord of Stone Rock City?

Do you know this city was defended by our brothers with their lives?"

Wang Yuehai shouted, "If you ask me, if we are to select a new City Lord, it should be from among us.

How can it be taken by a newcomer like you?"

Wang Yuehai felt extremely unbalanced.

He and Tyrant Blade referred to each other as brothers, and were truly brothers in life and death.

In his imagination, once Tyrant Blade got promoted to the Chaos Fire Realm, he could become the City Lord.

Unfortunately, now his good brother was killed.

And the new City Lord wasn't him.

Wang Yuehai was naturally unconvinced, and he wanted to make a strong impression on the Fire Cloud Heir.

"If you don't accept it, you can appeal to the Chaos Fire Realm.

Honestly, I don't even want to be here.

Wouldn't I be better off in the Chaos Fire Realm than in this backwater?"

The Fire Cloud Heir laughed, "If you can really change the decisions of the Chaos Fire Realm.

Get me transferred, I would be grateful to you."

Upon hearing this, Wang Yuehai was at a loss for words.

He had no right to criticize the Chaos Fire Realm.

He was just a local ruler in Stone Rock City, acting like a tyrant.

"What happened with my brother?"

Wang Yuehai changed the topic and asked, "The Chaos Fire Realm's order only said my brother died.

How did he die, and what were the results of the investigation?

We have the right to know, don't we?"

"This matter isn't really a secret," the Fire Cloud Heir stated.

"Tyrant Blade offended someone and was killed."

"Killed, the dignified City Lord of the Chaos Fire Realm was killed.

Is the Chaos Palace doing nothing?" Wang Yuehai asked discontentedly.

"The Chaos Palace has already investigated, and they found that Tyrant Blade colluded with the Water Beasts, so dying silently was the best outcome," the Fire Cloud Heir replied.

"What a joke," Wang Yuehai scoffed.

"If my brother had colluded with the Water Beasts, do you think Stone Rock City could have held out for so long?

It would have fallen long ago, and the door to the Chaos Fire Realm would have been wide open to the Water Beasts."

"I've been here for so long, and you asked so many questions, yet haven't stated your own identity," the Fire Cloud Heir asked back.

"Then listen up," Wang Yuehai said proudly.

"I am the chief general who defends Stone Rock City.

All the soldiers of Stone Rock City follow my orders, and have lived and died with me.

We share a bond as close as siblings."

The Fire Cloud Heir understood that the other side was trying to put pressure on him.

If this was not handled well, it could lead to a mutiny.

Then if Stone Rock City fell, the Chaos Fire Realm would hold everyone accountable.

"General Wang, I understand your intentions."

The Fire Cloud Heir waved and replied.