That the newcomer had easily ripped apart Jin Naluo’s forcefield meant that he was also a very strong sixth step king. Tall and muscular, he wore a black combat outfit and his eyes glittered out of his face like the night stars. They were fixed on Lu Yun; if it wasn't for Jin Naluo’s presence, the newcomer would’ve already torn Lu Yun to pieces and sifted through the wreckage of the city lord’s body for the key to the Hongmeng Tower.

Regardless, Lu Yun could feel an overwhelming pressure bearing down on him. It slammed against his heart and mind, trying to crush his psychological defenses.

“Enough.” Jin Naluo suddenly rose to his feet and stood in front of Lu Yun, shielding him from the...