Jiang Chen had kept the spark of hope alive for the human race. The Vermilion Bird’s ascension further fueled the spark.

News of the bird’s ascension reached all parts of the human domain in less than a day. Cultivators from around the domain left Veluriyam Capital still bubbling with excitement and brought the uplifting development back to their territory.

The Vermilion Bird sought Jiang Chen out after everyone had left.

“Young lord Chen, things aren’t looking too good here,” it said in a low voice.

“Did you discover something new, Brother Vermilion? The current human domain is a hapless group...