All of the high level kings and even second and third step kings of Hopeless Major remained quietly out of the limelight. Raucous catcalling rose from a few first step kings and ordinary disciples yet to reach kinghood.

Yet, this modest force alone was sufficient to force the Windcall and Turtledove King back. They retreated uncertainly, dark scowls on their face.

“Turtledove King and Windcall King! I recognize you two!” a third step king suddenly called out. “You accompanied the Kaleidoscopic King to Hopeless Major the day our eminent ruler displayed her invincible prowess. You saw her negate the Nineworld Origin Cannon and cut off three of the World King’s limbs!

“You dare show your face now because you think the Empyrean King will punish us for our insurrection. You think she’ll kill a swathe of disciples...