The morning sky burned red.
It wasn't dawn — it was Qi. Violent, scorching Qi.
Li Ming stood on the training platform, looking at the horizon where the clouds twisted like fire. "That's not sunrise…"
Bai Guo landed beside him, feathers bristling. "No. That's an army."
Lan Yue arrived next, her blade already drawn. Her calm eyes carried a rare weight. "The Crimson Sect… they're coming for revenge."
All across Azure Sky Sect, bells tolled — deep and steady.
The sound carried through the mountains like thunder.
Disciples rushed through the courtyards, forming battle lines. Elders appeared in the air one by one, robes fluttering with spiritual energy.
The Sect Master floated above them all, his aura like a storm.
"Everyone, listen well!" his voice boomed.
"The Crimson Sect dares to bring chaos to our gates. Today, we show them — Azure Sky will not bow!"
A cheer rose from thousands of disciples. Qi surged like a living wave.
