Zhao Jundu and Lin Wu were the first to recognize this person. They bowed deeply, saying, “Your Majesty.” 

Zhao Junhong and Zhao Ruqin followed suit, suppressing the shock and awe on their faces.

The Radiant Emperor said, “No need for formalities on the battlefield. I’ve already checked the situation on the other side, and I’ve also communicated with Northridge Monarch. Place the entire realm on level one combat readiness.”

Everyone turned serious. Zhao Ruqin immediately jumped off the city gates and began issuing a series of orders.

That monstrosity on the other side might be able to traverse space, but the Empire’s interior territories possessed all kinds of anti-air defenses. Even ordinary warships would rarely enter enemy airspace without proper reconnaissance, let alone their superweapon. This placed Serene Pass at the top of the places at risk.

All of a sudden, everyone felt their consciousness shake. It was hard to tell whether the entire world was trembling or if they were feeling dizzy.

The flying city in the distance was shrouded in a hazy light. It seemed translucent at this point and somewhat surreal,...