The two had spent some days together and had become quite familiar with each other. The Heavenly Venerate had a complete "rogue" mentality—he made no secret of his ambitions and thoughts. Though he couldn't be described as "forthright," he was at least "open."
Xiao Jie was also well aware that they, the solo players and small guild members, were brought here as cannon fodder, to draw fire and scout dangerous paths.
However...
There were no fools in Embers City. Since everyone was willing to come, they each had their agendas. At critical moments, who would be using whom remained to be seen.
At this moment, Emperor Shitian looked down from the high platform at the ever-growing gathering of immortals with satisfaction.
One thousand one hundred and twenty-seven people... very good.
With so many "cannon fodder," this time, success was certain on the first try.
