Xia Tianze laughed upon realizing what had transpired. “That makes more sense. The ten offshoots remain the rightful rulers of Myriad Abyss then. Heaven has preserved their fates.”

“You’re speaking in riddles, senior.” Jiang Chen smiled wryly.

“No need to call me senior, young man. If you pass this trial, you will be the new lord of Veluriyam Capital. All that perplexes you about this realm will be made plain then. When that time comes, I will be your subordinate as well. Why then, should you call me senior?”

Jiang Chen blinked. “Were you Great Divine Veluriyam’s servant, senior?”

“Quite so. Among the six palaces, I am the only guardian who was the great divine’s loyal...