Emperor’s Domination

come out of the nine lakes, then everyone will be pulled in, resulting in a bloody battle.”

He shuddered after thinking of this.

In the past, people were only competing for the treasures or fortunes at the lake, not thinking about influence and power since Lucidity King was untouchable. Now, chaos permeated the system and sects had other agendas when coming to this place.

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The influx of people didnt slow down so the mountains became bustling with noise and excitement.

“Let me tell you something shocking.” A cultivator told his friend with a mysterious tone.

“What? Acting all mysterious now.” The friend said.

This cultivator pulled his friend to a corner and looked around before whispering: “I found out something earth-shattering.”

“What is it?” The friend noticed his companions serious expression.

“Do not tell anyone else, alright? I found out that the new king is staying right here in Nine-linked Mountains.”

“Really?!” The friend jolted backward and shouted.

“Shhh!” The cultivator immediately pulled him back and pressed one finger on his lips, telling him to be quiet.

This friend took a while before calming down, staring at the cultivator in disbelief. He eventually took a deep breath and said: “Are, are you just speculating? Why would the new king be here?”

“Im absolutely certain. During the registration, I accidentally saw the new kings name on that scroll, it cant be fake.” The cultivator hurriedly said.

“Impossible. So many people tried to find him and failed, so why would he run here? It must be a fake.” The friend remained skeptical.

No one knew who saved the king after the fall of Swywrap City. Many tried to find him; all kinds of rumors came out but nothing concrete.

So now, his presence here was naturally shocking. If people were to find out, the great powers would surely send their legions here.

“Pretending to be the king isnt a joke, thats a crime punishable by death.” The cultivator whispered: “Who would dare to do so? They would lose their head on top of dragging their friends and families down too.”

His friend agreed. The world wanted the king to be dead right now, so who would take that risk unless they were suicidal?

“Shit! This place isnt safe then.” The friend shuddered: “Would armies come the moment the great powers find out? This place will turn into a battlefield and well be trapped by the flames of war, how are we going to survive?”

“That wont happen. Dont forget that this is Nine-linked Mountains, no one is going to cause trouble. This has always been the case. Like Lucidity King never gave a damn about anyone, but he didnt dare to put up the same pompous act in this place. It is unfathomable. Sending an army here and starting a battle will be very unwise, because of the consequences.” The cultivator reasoned.

“Youre right.” The friend rubbed his palms and became excited: “Hehe, why dont we go take a look at the new king?”

“Why? Hes just a piece of trash.” The cultivator was disinterested.

“A piece of trash, but still a king. If we kidnap him and bring him back to our sect, that will be a great contribution, maybe well get rich from it.”

“Youre insane!” The cultivator slapped the guys head: “That guy is a beehive right now. Messing with him will only incite needless trouble. One wrong move and a disaster will come. How are you going to earn any rewards when youre dead?”

“Ugh, I guess well just have to watch and give up on this good opportunity.” The friend gave up.

He was aware of his own abilities and didnt want the risk.