A purple-robed figure suddenly flew out from atop a tall building. Ming Qi was immediately aware of the situation and, without interrupting the energy transmission, turned to look.
This purple-robed figure flew without relying on any magical weapon, clearly possessing a strength at least above the fifth level of the Innate Heavenly Realm.
Those at the fourth level of the Innate Heavenly Realm could control magical weapons to fly, while those at the fifth level could soar through the skies without any obstacles.
In a single breath, the purple-robed figure had already arrived above the area.
He didn't approach, nor did he speak. He simply floated in the air, his eyes appearing particularly mysterious in the darkness.
"Who is this person, and what is he doing here?"
Mo Changli and Wei Silong, standing on the ground, also saw the purple-robed figure flying in the distance, but it was clear that neither Mo Changli nor Ming Qi recognized him.
As soon as the purple-robed figure appeared, Wei Silong's face became solemn, and he kept a close eye on his movements.
"He's Yu Quanzhen, the Lord of Killing Star City, also known as the Jade-faced Star King."
Wei Silong whispered.
Hearing this name, Mo Changli couldn't help but spit out a sigh of relief. The Lord of Killing Star City was the supreme ruler of all Killing Star City. It was surprising to see a battle in the lower city alert the most powerful individual in Killing Star City.
"According to rumors, he has already broken through the tenth level of the Innate Realm and entered the Martial King realm."
"The Martial King!"
Mo Changli exclaimed in amazement. A Martial King was no longer someone they could even consider. Any Innate Realm cultivator, even a junior one, was like an ant in front of a Martial King.
One must understand that a Martial King is a peerless powerhouse who has transcended the human tribulation. Compared to Innate cultivators, they exist on a completely different plane. The power source of a Martial King is no longer simple Innate Yuanli, but concentrated Martial King True Essence. Even a trace of Martial King True Essence can cause devastating damage.
At this moment, Yu Quanzhen, soaring in the sky, gazed indifferently at Ming Qi. Rather, his gaze was fixed on the Supreme Diagram shrouded in white mist before Ming Qi.
"What kind of magical weapon is this?"
Originally, the conflict in the Lower City had held little interest for him. As a Martial King, he completely disdained the clashes between Innate cultivators. Battles at the Innate level had no effect on him at all. However, the Innate cultivators who could perfectly manipulate the Scarlet Refining Heavenly Fire truly piqued his interest. This was especially true after he had just witnessed the appearance of the ultimate Heavenly Fire, the Golden Heavenly Fire. This had surprised even the Martial King himself.
While the Golden Heavenly Fire couldn't directly compete with the True Essence of a Martial King, he knew that no Innate cultivator of any realm could withstand its burning. Even those who had transcended the Human Tribulation and entered the tenth level of the Innate Golden Body could survive its burning.
And now, he approached again, drawn by the mysterious magical weapon shrouded in white mist.
Even with his Martial King's strength and experience, he couldn't discern the true nature of that cloud of white mist.
The only thing he knew for sure was that it was a magical weapon, nothing more.
Though Yu Quanzhen was intrigued by the mysterious Supreme Map, he didn't approach to speak.
As the victor of the Lower City melee, this young man of mysterious origins had the right to reap the fruits of his victory. That was Yu Quanzhen's mind.
But at this moment, neither Mo Changli nor Wei Silong knew what was truly going on in the mind of this powerful Martial King, the ruler of Killing Star City.
As for Ming Qi, aside from being extremely cautious, he was completely detached from all else.
The most important thing right now was to completely refine the Poison Emperor's clone and fully transfer all its energy into the Supreme Mountain and Sea Map. As for the suddenly appearing purple-robed figure, since he didn't immediately take action, it was clear that he wasn't interested in the Poison Emperor's clone.
Ming Qi was astonished by the immense capacity of the Supreme Mountain and Sea Map. Sending energy into the map was like filling a bottomless pit, with no sign of saturation at all.
In less than a quarter of an hour, the immense energy contained within the massive Poison Emperor clone was absorbed into the Supreme Mountain and Sea Map at an incredibly rapid speed.
The Poison Emperor clone had been completely refined and absorbed. Ming Qi immediately manipulated his Vermillion Bird Divine Wings and turned to face Yu Quanzhen, who was not far away.
Yu Quanzhen was also observing Ming Qi, amazed that such a young man, possessing only the strength of the First Level of the Innate Realm, could bring him so many surprises and delights.
Although Yu Quanzhen possessed the strength of a Martial King, he didn't even radiate the slightest wave of power. He simply floated there like a cloud in the sky.
Unable to detect any signs of power, Ming Qi pondered for a moment. Then, with a flick of his mind, he folded the Supreme Mountain and Sea Map, retracted his Vermillion Bird Divine Wings, and slowly descended to the ground.
Yu Quanzhen across from him remained silent, and neither did Ming Qi.
Upon landing, seeing Ming Qi, who remained calm yet extremely cautious, Mo Changli smiled mischievously and asked, "I wonder who that person was?"
Ming Qi shook his head. This was a valid question.
The purple-robed figure didn't reveal even a trace of power, and his aura offered no hint of strength. This was something Ming Qi had never encountered before.
Subconsciously, he concluded that this figure had surpassed the innate level of strength. This was the only reasonable explanation Ming Qi could come up with.
"He's the Lord of Killing Star City, a powerful Martial King, and you didn't even say hello!"
Mo Changli teased Ming Qi with a half-smile.
"Is he Yu Quanzhen?"
Ming Qi was shocked and couldn't help but laugh and cry. He hadn't expected this clash in the Lower City to alert this person.
"Yes, look, he's coming this way."
As he spoke, Mo Changli's face showed a mixture of laughter and fear. He took a few steps and stood behind Ming Qi.
At this moment, Wei Silong and Mo Changli had both sheathed their weapons. Both looked like pure and lovely little girls.
Seeing this, Ming Qi couldn't help but roll his eyes and turned away helplessly.
Sure enough, when Ming Qi turned around, he saw Yu Quanzhen lightly walking in the air towards them.
Besides Mo Changli, Wei Silong, and Dabai, Ming Qi had Wei Silong's three subordinates. Wei Silong and her subordinates naturally knew about Yu Quanzhen, especially the three subordinates with only acquired strength. They retreated timidly.
Dabai, however, was unaware of the situation and even shouted a few times at Yu Quanzhen, who was falling from the sky.
Yu Quanzhen's arrival was, to be honest, a surprise. Ming Qi felt somewhat unsure, unable to guess what this powerful Martial King was thinking at the moment.
Purple robe, jade-like face, three long wisps of beard, a piercing gaze, a slender and well-proportioned figure, nearly perfect—that was the first impression Yu Quanzhen made on everyone present.
As the lord of Killing Star City, the ruler of a region, he possessed extraordinary strength and cunning. Few could possibly fathom his thoughts.
In the distance, an old man on the roof of a restaurant saw Yu Quanzhen approaching them and suddenly moved.
"Xiao Qi, just sit here and don't move. I'll be back to pick you up in a moment."
Within a moment's notice, the old man soared into the air, soaring towards the center of the arena like a night owl.
Before he even arrived, the old man's voice echoed through the air.
"Hahaha, City Lord Yu, you're in quite the mood today, actually coming to inspect the Lower City."
The old man seemed familiar with Yu Quanzhen, and his words were initially teasing.
Yu Quanzhen chuckled upon seeing the old man approaching, stroking his beard with a hand, and said calmly, "You old fellow, why are you here too? Didn't I hear you recently about refining some powerful elixir? Is it ready?"
As he spoke, the old man had already arrived.
"Oh, forget it..." The old man waved his hand, looking helpless.
Yu Quanzhen smiled faintly again and turned to look at Ming Qi and the others.
The old man no longer dwelled on the elixir. He and Yu Quanzhen were probably well aware of their simultaneous appearances: it was simply due to this mysterious young man.
The old man was interested in the young man's golden heavenly fire. As for what Yu Quanzhen was interested in, while the old man couldn't be sure, he had a pretty good guess.
After a few breaths of silence, Yu Quanzhen smiled faintly and said, "Welcome to Kill Star City."
Huh?
Hearing such polite words from the mouth of Kill Star City's number one, Ming Qi was a little incredulous, especially since he had just arrived and slaughtered people in Kill Star City, causing unrest throughout the entire Lower City.
"I'm new here, so I beg you to bear with me, Lord City Lord."
Ming Qi wasn't well-versed in matters of public appearances, but he was at least experienced. If the lord of a city was so polite in such a situation, it would be a bit unreasonable for him not to show some sincerity.
"Haha, no problem."
Yu Quanzhen smiled kindly and nodded.
"Captain of the Private Dragon Mercenary Group, are you friends?"
Yu Quanzhen looked at Wei Private Dragon, who stood expressionless, and asked.
"Yes."
Ming Qi nodded. Knowing Wei Silong, he naturally knew about his Silong Mercenary Group.
"Haha, well, since you've arrived in my Killing Star City, you're my friend, Yu Quanzhen. If you need anything, come find me at the City Lord's Mansion."
Yu Quanzhen was incredibly polite from beginning to end, especially to Wei Silong. In her eyes, Yu Quanzhen had never been so polite to any mercenary in Killing Star City, not even to the powerful Immortal Dao Mercenary Group. Perhaps there had been, but at least she had never seen or heard of them.
"Thank you, Lord City Lord!"
Ming Qi responded respectfully.
Then, Yu Quanzhen floated away, just as silently as she had arrived, soaring high into the sky and flying off into the distance.
"Hahahaha..."
Seeing Yu Quanzhen depart, the old man burst into laughter.