The reason the Theocrats had encountered such a dilemma was mainly due to arrogance, Autarch Qian included. Hadn’t he boldly left for the sake of the autarch beast’s recovery because he was sure of victory?

"Retreat! Return to the Sun-Moon Imperial Formation!”

"Fall back!” 

Under Dongyang Yun's command, the imperial army finally withdrew.

However, the Decimo Dao Palace chased the routed army from behind. Li Wudi went deep into the enemy's forces, one man against thousands. Together with the Stilljade Legion, he intercepted the enemy's exit.

"Stop Li Wudi!”

The Dongyang brothers knew that Li Wudi was key. If they didn't get rid of him, there would be no retreat, and the disparity between the two sides would grow even greater. The two quickly approached Li Wudi.

"His transformation must consume a lot of saint ki. He’s slaughtered too many—we have a chance to kill him!” Dongyang Yun said with eager eyes.

"Let’s do it,” said Dongyang Ling, his voice deep.

As they approached Li Wudi, two figures—one old and the other young—suddenly appeared...