Lightwatch was the second strongest emperor of Phantom. Of course, this spot belonged to Omni Emperor before his death to Unrivalled Monarch.

Nevertheless, his stately-level anima made him well-known throughout Sin. His original form was a tomb-watcher night demon. He found the dao and came across Specter Ancestor who took him in as a disciple.

“Buzz.” Two mightier figures appeared behind Ghost-matron Emperor, creating a perfect seal around the temple.

“Witch King and Golden Flower Emperor.” The crowd recognized him.

“I can see Witch King Emperor joining, but what about Golden Flower Emperor?” Another wondered.

“It must be a good deal for her.” An emperor said.

Witch King Emperor had strong ties with Phantom so his appearance was far from surprising. However, Golden Flower Emperor’s Sky Tree City was a member of Immortal Suppression.

This was Specter Ancestor’s moment to become a primal ancestor, hence the emperors acting as dao protectors.

“Ladies and gentlemen, do not approach or we will spare you no mercy.” Lightwatch’s warning echoed across the market.

Others who wanted to watch the primal ascension process hurriedly retreated and watched from afar. Being too close could be construed as malice, resulting in destruction.

“It’s time to back off.” Desolate gods and emperors who were normally arrogant and prideful knew this was not the time.

This cultivation event was earth-shattering and mistakes were not allowed.

“Just observe from a distance.” Hoarfrost told everyone.

Many powerful cultivators were displeased with their oppressive conduct. Nevertheless, this was a special situation. Even close friends could risk being attacked by all five emperors.

However, someone still appeared outside of Ghostway Temple.

“Who are you?!” Hoarfrost and Lightwatch immediately noticed him. Everyone else had the same reaction.

This person had a sword on his back, looking calm and carefree as if he was just walking by.

“Li Qiye!” Everyone knew his name after the event at Armament Temple.

“The greatest mortal, the son chosen by heaven!” Someone shouted.

“He’s here?” Some spectators became excited, especially those jealous of Specter Ancestor reaching the next level.

They didn’t dare to cause trouble themselves but wouldn’t mind seeing someone else interfering.

“He must not Specter Ancestor to ascend.” Nearly everyone attributed his arrival to malice.

“One more step and we shall attack.” Lightwatch’s imperial aura surged forward in waves.

“That’s fine.” Li Qiye said before walking forward, not heeding the warning.

The atmosphere became frozen but the emperors didn’t attack just yet.

“What do you want?” Ghost-matron Emperor asked, aware of Li Qiye’s deeds. She found his inexplicable abilities dreadful.

“Tell your old man to come down lest he fall from such height and die.” Li Qiye waved his hand.

The sarcastic statement made some want to laugh but kept it inside. They didn’t think Li Qiye was arrogant or ignorant at this point. Perhaps he had a problem with Specter Ancestor.

“He’s even more overbearing than them, talking about Specter Ancestor like this.” Someone regained their wits and commented.

“He’s chosen by the heaven, who’s higher than the heaven?” A big shot said.

“Uhh...” The person had no response.

“What is your purpose?” Ghost-matron Emperor said seriously.

“Nothing, I just like this place. Tell your old man to come down before I have to make him, it would not be pretty.” Li Qiye answered with a smile.

His casual tone sounded like an exchange at a street market, but listeners still felt suffocated.

“Return once Specter Ancestor is finished with his dao enlightenment.” Witch King Emperor said.

“Unfortunately, I’m not in the habit of waiting. Only others wait for me.” Li Qiye said, not caring about the three apex emperors and Specter Ancestor.