The guards nearby prostrated, resulting in a momentum akin to a collapsing mountain or pillars breaking down. Waves of troops showing their respect resulted in a fascinating scene.
“My Lord.” They shouted in unison, regardless of their cultivation and rank. Even the captain, an Ascender, had fear in his voice.
The guards stole glances at this man; they did so very discreetly and just once before lowering their head again.
No one dared to breathe loudly. It became clear that fear was a greater motivator than reverence.
This old man wore a gray robe and looked quite thin. He lacked an intimidating presence or a suppressive divinity, more like an ordinary elderly man.
Alas, the flash in his eyes could cause the sky to explode. An Ascender could be killed in an instant. He was undoubtedly a terrible Eternal, capable of killing Ascenders like ants.
Outsiders would feel the same horror as the guards right now if they were here and knew who he was.
Sun Lengying! A name that can terrorize Nine Secrets and all of Imperial Lineage. People would shudder upon hearing his name. [1]
Lengying wasn’t his real name. He used to be called Sun Lijiang but few knew this in the present. Even those who did wouldn’t dare to say his real name, only addressing him as Lord Sun.
He resembled a shadow looming everywhere - cold and emotionless. He usually accompanied behind Lucidity King.
“Please excuse our pitiful reception, Esteemed Guest.” Lengying said, not living up to his notorious legends. His tone was gentle, courteous, and refined.
Only those who truly knew him would advise one to not be fooled by his demeanor. His hands were stained with the blood of countless victims.
The guard who had his saber next to Li Qiye’s neck immediately pulled it back and dropped to the ground, overwhelmed with fear: “This lowly one deserves death!”
This guard was also a powerful True G.o.d, definitely a big shot anywhere else, but he was frightened by Lengying.
Lengying continued standing there to observe Li Qiye without exerting any pressure. He gently nodded and said: “Our Majesty wishes to see you, Esteemed Guest.”
The guards took a deep breath and stared at Li Qiye in confusion, unaware of who he was.
