Gao Mingyin had long run rampant in the North City of the Imperial Capital. With countless businesses and a powerful, mysterious backer, he had an influence reaching all corners of the capital. Thus, it was only natural that he had personal guards.0

However, most of them were stationed outside the building, and by now, they had already been subdued by the Spirit Guards of the Imperial Capital Daoist Mansion. Even if one or two were highly skilled, they were no match for Qi Xuansu.0

At this point, Gao Mingyin was all alone. Though the hall was filled with guests, they were all opportunists who flocked to power.0

If Gao Mingyin remained seated on his pedestal, they would flatter him endlessly; but if he lost his footing, the best he could hope for was that they did not step on him further while he was down. The moment Mage Qi declared his arrest, everyone would rush to cut ties with him.0

Gao Mingyin said nothing, not because he did not know how to defend himself but because the situation was already beyond salvaging. Saying more would be pointless, so it was better to preserve a shred of dignity.0

His powerful backer was likely panicking as well because there were only two possible explanations for Qi Xuansu appearing here like this.0

One was that Qi Xuansu had escaped the pursuit of seven Heavenly Beings, which meant their scheme...0