When Castor appeared, Tian Qi honestly stated his reasons.

He clearly did not fear Castor and Austin would oppose him after learning his aims.

Castor and Austin wanted to recover to their peak and become the new Abyss Master.

Even if they knew Tian Qi's intentions, they would not change their directions and halt.

"Imperial Soul Monarch..."

Inside Nether City, Qin Lie had an odd expression. He was stunned by Tian Qi's words.

According to Tian Qi, he and Lieyan Yuan were stuck on the last step. They should have advanced towards that ultimate realm long ago.

But they feared Imperial Soul Monarch. They feared ending up like Austin and Cast...