Qi Hai had experienced many lives and eons throughout his long life, accumulating a great wealth of knowledge and experience. That enabled him to discern the origins of the demonic energy and the fetus’ condition with a single glance.

“Seven days,” he identified with a frown. “In seven days, the demon fetus will grow into a demon god. All of Exalted Major will be transformed into demonic soil then.”

“Seven days?!” shrieked the Exalted celestial emperor. He’d thought he would have another few hundred, or even a thousand years of leeway, and he’d sought assistance just for a probing expedition. Cold sweat beaded his forehead upon hearing Qi Hai’s shocking prediction.

“Seal off this place again,” Qi Hai continued, “or the fiend in the fetus will notice us.”

The celestial emperor quickly concealed the abode with a gesture.

“The demon fetus has been nurtured in the tomb for at least a hundred thousand years. The energy emanating from it proves it’s reached late maturity and will soon descend upon the world.” Qi Hai’s tone turned serious. “It must be dealt with now, or the consequences...