Lady Providence didnt yield a single inch; she glared at the scholar coldly, and everyone in the courtyard sensed that her fury was no mere act.

Facing this sort of pressure, the scholar couldnt help but sweat nervously, but when he thought of the mission the Third Highness had assigned him.

Lady, does our Four Directions Palace truly mean so little to you?

The page boy had no other choice; he could only grit his teeth and borrow Bians prestige in an attempt to intimidate her.

Little did he know, the moment he said this, even the other emissaries couldnt help but shake their heads.

What sort of temper did Lady Providence have? She was absolutely the aggressive type.

Within the Upper Three Realms, everyone had to treat her with the utmost respect. Now here he was, trying to use His Majesty Bian to pressure her.

Oh ho, so youre trying to borrow Bians name to intimidate me? said Lady Providence, her voice growing colder and colder.

Sensing her imposing manner, the scholar felt a surge of uncontrollable panic. Still, hed already come this far and had no choice but to continue down this path.

His only hope was that Lady Providence would consider His Highnesss face and spare his life.

I wouldnt dare, said the scholar, bowing deeply to her. That said, no matter what you say, Ive still come here as the representative of the Four Directions Palace. Speaking to me in such a way, could it be that you look down on our Four Directions Palace?

Youve got quite the mouth on you, but are you truly worth of representing the Four DIrections Palace? she said, then laughed contemptuously.

Your Four Directions Palace is mighty indeed. My tiny little Profound Pavilion truly doesnt dare offend it. Yet, you say you are their representative? Are you worthy? Youre nothing but a servant on an errand, yet you dare behave like this in front of me? Are you trying to provoke me? Or is that you think following that Highness of yours makes you special and important? And that Bian would stand against me for the sake of a mere subordinates page boy? Or are you saying that your Four Directions Palace already plans to become my enemy?

Whump.

The scholarly youth knelt to the ground, trembling and kowtowing repeatedly.

He absolutely didnt dare oppose the Profound Pavillion.

Lady Providence, please calm your anger. This small one chose his words poorly. he said, still trembling and kowtowing.

Lady Providence simply glowered at him and said, Go on, crawl back to where you belong.

Still kneeling on the ground, he dared not defy her in the slightest, and actually crawled his way out of the pavilion.

Suddenly, gentle laughter emanated from above. Lady Providence, your aura is really quite huge.

The emissaries were dumbstruck; this person dared fly above the Profound Pavillion. Who could he possibly be?

Impudent.

Without so much as a moments hesitation, her primordial spirit burst out of her body, taking on the shape of a hand as it slammed into the sky.

As it shot forth, the heavens and earth transformed around it.

The surrounding laws shifted and distorted as it struck, stirring up violent winds that shattered stone and shook the mountains. Even the very earth itself seemed to tremble.

With the obvious exception of the page boy from before, those chosen to go and recruit the star-bearer could be considered highly ranked existences within their respective clans.

Those standing here were at least at the Sky Supreme level, but the instant Lady Providences palm struck, their faces grew pallid and wan. They used all of their divine energy, but still just barely managed to defend themselves,

Is this Lady Providences true power? they wondered internally, hearts shaking. This was nothing but the shockwaves; they couldnt even imagine what the blows true target was experiencing.

Lady, Is this really necessary?

Suddenly, nine stars illuminated the sky, forming an image of rivers and mountains.

Rumble.

The palm vanished, and the star pattern dispersed.

Thank you so much for going easy on me, laughed a voice from above.

I wouldnt have guessed youd come here in person.

In truth, the moment the blow landed, shed already retrieved some portion of its power, so it was unsurprising that the voice thanked her. Even so, she knew full well that he wouldnt have been harmed even if shed used all her power.

No need to hide, come on down

For the first time, the person in the sky revealed himself.

He traced his fingers along his temples, revealing an angular face and a confident grin.

Greetings, Lady Providence.

The man had a scholarly air, and his every movement was dignified and refined.

I am not worthy of such treatment, she said, turning away. Dont you agree, Emperor Chao Feng?

The emissaries had wondered why shed treated this new arrival with such respect, but when she said the name Chao Feng....

Greetings, Emperor Chao Feng, they called out, then bowed hurriedly.

Chao Feng was the third of the Dragon Gods nine sons.

During the Great War of Demons and Gods, the Dragon God left behind nine sons, one taking up residence on each of the God Realms nine continents. Some were called Emperors, others lived carefree lives disconnected from the rest of the world, and some founded and led their own powers.

Chao Feng was one whod founded his own organization, but had no particular desire to formally become an emperor.

However, regardless of their formal status, whenever anyone of the God Realm saw him or one of his brothers, theyd call them emperor as a sign of respect.

Everyone, at ease.

Chao Feng lightly waved his hands, and everyone felt a gentle wind lift them from the ground. Internally, they marveled at how friendly and approachable this emperor was, but at the same time, their hearts sank.

For him to arrive at this time.

I understand that everyone has come in search of talent, but Id like to respectfully request that it ends here.

As expected.

The emissaries signed inwardly, but given that the emperor had come in person, the star-bearer was all but guaranteed to follow him. No matter how you looked at it, he was the Lord of Nine Stars, and led a force of countless other star-bearers. It seemed only natural that this brand-new star-bearer would choose to join him.

Emperor Chaofengs Star Alter the best place for her. Furthermore, hed already given them enough face, so they had to let it go.

Then wed like to congratulate you in advance for recruiting the Lord of Seven Stars.

They greeted him politely and left, but not before obediently leaving their greeting gifts behind.

Emperor Chao Feng is truly exceptional. Youve just arrived, but youve already ruined my plans, said Xuan Ji strangely.

This was just how her temperament was. No matter who you were, she was always on the offensive. Even though she now faced Chao Feng, she couldnt help but needle him

However, Chao Feng just kept on smiling amiably, seemingly not bothered in the slightest.

Her target didnt react to her attack, so she felt as if shed punched soft cotton; it was totally unsatisfying. She lost interest in pestering him and got to the point.

If youve come to visit my dear friend, have you brought anything to prove your sincerity? Perhaps you dont know, but those people who just left all hail from emperor and sacred beast clans. Youve already chased off all your competition. Given that youre the only one left, you ought to present proof of your sincerity, something thats enough to satisfy me. Otherwise, even if youre an emperor, Im sorry, but Ill have to refuse.

Proof? he smiled calmly. Of course Ive brought proof.