War had begun in the upper continents starting with the strongest cultivators.

Others outside of the battlefield trembled in fear. Sects and kingdoms recalled their disciples and tried to evacuate. There were no winners for regular cultivators.

They were as feeble as ants compared to the conquerors and dao lords. This was a matter of survival, not glory.

Alas, how many could stay safe under the wrath of the battles? Some thought about running back down to the lower continents or hiding in the illusory realms…

As for Li Qiye, he returned to the courtyard in Imperial...