Shenfeng's capital suddenly entered a state of lockdown. Its defenses activated as fog gushed out around it, preventing others from observing what was occurring within.0

On a mountain peak outside the city, Tu Jiuniang frowned at the sight of what was happening.0

"Your Majesty, Shenfeng's capital suddenly activated its defenses. The situation doesn't seem favorable to us," one of her subordinates reported.0

"Are there any spies in the capital who can report to us?" Tu Jiuniang asked.0

"There are, but they can't approach the capital. The Divine Emperor is nowhere to be seen. We don't know why they suddenly activated their defenses."0

"Could they have learned of our plan?" Tu Jiuniang murmured in worry.0

She turned to another subordinate. "Have you reported what's going on to the Immortal Emperor?"0

"I have, Your Majesty. He said that Yuan Wudi would soon arrive to assist you. Your objective is to stall the Divine Emperor and prevent her from leaving."0

"Very well!" Tu Jiuniang...0