The Theocrats hadn’t expected the dao palace to intercept the citizens of the Grand-Orient Realm due to two reasons. First, Autarch Qian didn't know Li Wudi was aware of his whereabouts. And second, they didn’t think Tianming possessed the strength to kill Dongyang An and Meng Yifeng.

In the eyes of the Theocrats, Li Wudi, Bai Mo, and Ye Yi wouldn’t dare leave the Dao Palace. Hence, no one could stop Dongyang An.

"Godfather, has Autarch Qian returned?” asked Tianming.

"Not yet. He’s currently somewhere near the first of the Nine Divine Realms, the Archaion Divine Realm. Since I chopped off the autarch beast’s heads, he requires a saintly spirit herb that’s not found within the Theocracy to restore the beast to its original state. However, Autarch Qian has remained in one place for some time, so I’m guessing he already has a target. Once he obtains the herb he needs, he’ll definitely return. Before that, we must intercept those being escorted out of the Grand-Orient Realm," Li Wudi said in all seriousness.

"Godfather, since you haven’t taken any action, you might as well go...