The elders of Tribulation Peak that didn't belong to the three great houses felt even more like they were part of the sect now. But as the war hadn’t yet ended, it was no time for excessive celebration.

"Sect Master Jian, you made your way back so soon," Tianming said when he saw Fang Taiqing and Jian Wuyi together.

"Yes. I came back as soon as I could to deliver the good news," Jian Wuyi said.

"Imperial Son, we truly owe you all a lot," Fang Taiqing said.

"It's thanks to all our efforts."

"That's right. By the way, we're short on time, so I have to briefly consult you about two things."

"Please do, Sect Master Fang."

"The first is about disbanding the cities." He paused to collect his thoughts. "I've already given the order to disband the cities. Do you have any objections to t...