The Burning Moon God Emperor swiftly sensed his own loss of composure. He exhaled softly and his expression returned to normal.

His gaze swept across the entire area before coming to a halt when it alighted on Witch Chanyi’s body. After that, he gave a gentle wave of his hand.

The Moon Eaters withdrew their powers and the barrier dissipated.

Chanyi twirled around and after a thread of dark energy, that was so subtle that it was nearly imperceptible, surged through her body, she had already returned to Chi Wuyao’s side. Once again, she resumed her silent vigil behind her.

Though she had just resoundingly defeated a Moon Eater, an existence on the same level as her, whose cultivation was higher than her own, she displayed no pride or joy at her achievement. In fact, she did not even glance in Ji Daopian’s direction.

It was as if the outcome of their duel was only logical and reasonable. An ending that could not be any more common.

Thud!

Ji Daopian fell to his knees heavily, his head bowed low. He gritted his teeth as he said, “Royal father… Daopian is useless.”

“Rise, it was not your fault.” The Burning Moon God Emperor gave a dry chuckle. He gently raised a hand and a gentle but irresistible power pushed Ji Daopian to his feet. “On the contrary, your control over the Burning Moon divine power has increased yet again and your father is comforted by this fact.”

Ji Daopian raised his head, hot tears streaming down his face.

As a Moon Eater, he had caused disgrace to the Burning Moon Realm. But he was currently receiving affirmation and comfort rather than a furious glare and rebuke from the Burning Moon God Emperor.

When he rose to his feet, the frustration and humiliation he felt from being defeated had transformed into...