Chapter 763 (2/2)

“As the sworn enemies of the Mage Association throughout tens of millions of years, the Church of Universal Truth definitely will not sit by and watch as the evil god summoning ritual takes place. This is like a huge vortex and getting involved will only lead to getting smashed into pieces. It’s better to wait quietly on the sides and reap the spoils while the others fight it out.”

Fang Xingjian shook his head. How could he possibly be unaware that the evil god summoning ritual had already become a great storm that involved even the four great influences—the Ancient Path of Hell, Shang, Mage Association, and the Church of Universal Truth. Even the northern Steel Lion Kingdom and the eastern Sand Country would be unable to sit and watch quietly. It was likely that they were waiting to reap the benefits from this situation.

In this storm, even with his current Celestial Eradication Sword Formation and his cultivation as a tier four Divine level expert, Fang Xingjian would still be at risk of losing his life.

However, he would be able to pick up Lilia’s tracks from this. Moreover, the Sudden Inspiration reactions told him that this evil god summoning ritual had great implications, so there was no way that he could hide from it even if he tried.

While Fang Xingjian and Zhou Xingwen were in discussion, Head of Department James suddenly barged in.

James’ lifespan had been nearly at its end previously, yet he had been unable to attain any breakthrough despite all the hard work he put in. His appearance had become extremely aged.

However, after obtaining reinforcements from the nine levels of the mystical prints in addition to the endless riches and resources that Fang Xingjian provided, James was now a Demigod with three tiers of perfection. Not only had his lifespan been increased, his black hair had also started to grow out again and his skin had become tighter. James no longer appeared like an aged elderly and had instead regained his appearance of his middle-aged days.

However, right now, his expression was very dark, and fury was flickering in his eyes.

At the sight of this James, Fang Xingjian asked, “What’s wrong, Head of Department?”

James said, “Xingjian, I want to make a trip to the Imperial Capital. With you around to take charge of the Imperial Capital, I’m assured now.”

Fang Xingjian asked, “Why do you want to head to the Imperial Capital? To be honest, the Imperial Capital is currently filled with dangers. It’s deep and unfathomable with many experts from various backgrounds gathered. Even I’m not completely confident that I’ll survive if I go. If you were to go with your current abilities…”

James laughed bitterly. How could he not know about the current dangers in the Imperial Capital? However, he had a reason why he definitely had to go.

He said, “The Second Prince’s only bloodline is left in the Imperial Capital. But he is being bullied and humiliated, and his life is at risk at well. I have to go.”

It turned out that the Second Prince’s only son had been left in the Imperial Capital all this while. A few days ago, he had sent out a request for assistance from the Great Western Region.

As a veteran serving in the Second Prince’s faction, there was no way that James could sit by and watch as the young master was in danger. However, he was also aware that the current Imperial Capital was a great vortex and that getting involved meant being in danger of getting crushed.

James then said, “Xingjian, the Imperial Capital is now filled with dangers all around but it’ll be fine for me to go alone. I’ll try to deal with the situation. You better not take the risk.

“You’re currently like a thorn in His Majesty’s flesh, so it would be too dangerous for you to go. You should stay and take charge of the Great Western Region, and await for the results of this event.”

Fang Xingjian stood up and walked over next to James, saying, “Head of Department, I’m indebted to the Second Prince for him recognizing my worth and taking me in. Although his whereabouts are unknown at the moment, how can I possibly just watch as his child gets humiliated?”

Although Fang Xingjian was almost devoid of emotions, he was still aware of some ethics and morals. He used these as the criteria for his actions in case he lost control and just did whatever he wished.

He looked at James seriously and said, “It’s inevitable for me to make a trip to the Imperial Capital with the evil god summoning ritual coming up. Leave the Second Prince’s matter to me.

“You should take this chance to stay in the Great Western Region. With your current cultivation and the effects of the tenth level of the mystical prints, you’ll probably be able to attain the Divine level soon. With that, you’ll be able to provide us with greater help.”

After Fang Xingjian’s persuasions, James finally agreed to his request.

In order to head to the Imperial Capital in a stronger state, Fang Xingjian first made a trip to Wang Xiaoyan’s and Fang Qian’s location to take a look at the progress they had made in modifying the Panwu Heavenly Raiment.