In the afternoon, the scorching sun shone brightly.
The Setting Sun Peak was ten thousand meters tall, shrouded in the brilliant sunlight. It looked even more dazzling and magnificent.
No one lived below the waist of the mountain. Vines and shrubs grew all over the mountain walls.
The waist of the mountain was covered by white clouds and thick fog. The mountain walls were so steep that they were almost perfectly straight.
There was a platform at the top of the mountain that was dozens of miles wide. It had already been built into a bustling city.
There were tall and majestic city walls protecting it. Rows upon rows of houses and palaces sat in the city. They shone with golden light under the scorching sun.
This city was named Setting Sun City. It had thousands of years of history and was one of the most important cities in the Luoshui Divine Kingdom.
The city was heavily guarded both inside and outside. Teams of armored guards with swords could be seen patrolling the city.
Even in the sky outside of Sunset City, there were many guards riding spirit beasts and flying birds, circling and cruising in the sky.
Ji Tianxing arrived at the gates of Setting Sun City. He was only allowed to enter after showing his identity token.
Half an hour later, he passed through half of Setting Sun City and entered the Palace of Longevity.
The Palace of Longevity was named after Holy Emperor Longevity.
For thousands of years, Holy Emperor Longevity had been guarding this place. He was responsible for the safety and daily operations of the Setting Sun Divine Mine.
At this moment, the Palace of Longevity was in a tense state of alert. There were guards and soldiers lined up both inside and outside.
Many scouts and messengers hurried in and out of the Palace of Longevity to report and convey all kinds of news.
Perhaps Holy Emperor Longevity had already received news that Ji Tianxing was coming.
When he stepped into the palace and announced his identity, the guards all bowed respectfully to welcome him.
A guard captain led him into the Palace of Longevity and arranged for him to stay in a courtyard called Pine Tree.
"Young Master Ji, Lord Holy Emperor has instructed that if you come, you should stay in Pine Tree temporarily.
You must be tired from rushing over from the Luoshen Mountain. Rest here today.
Tomorrow, I will bring you to meet Lord Holy Emperor. "
After the guard captain explained the situation to Ji Tianxing, he tactfully withdrew from the courtyard.
Ji Tianxing stood in the Pine Tree Courtyard, looking around with an indifferent expression.
The courtyard was located in the depths of the Everlasting Luck Palace. It could be considered a quiet place amidst the chaos. The environment was extremely quiet and secluded, suitable for recuperation.
Apart from him, there were also a dozen guards and nine young maids in the courtyard. They were all there to serve him and were on standby at all times.
Although Ji Tianxing had been on the road for more than 20 days, he didn't feel tired at all.
However, with Holy Emperor Changyun's arrangements, he could only stay for the time being and wait until they met tomorrow.
"The entire Sunset City is in a state of alert, and the Changyun Palace is very busy.
Looks like the situation at the border is getting more and more tense. I reckon that Holy Emperor Long Luck is already very busy, right? "
Ji Tianxing murmured in a low voice. Then, he entered his bedroom and sat down to adjust his breathing.
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A day passed quickly.
At noon the next day, Ji Tianxing was meditating in his room when footsteps suddenly came from outside the door.
Then, he heard the guard captain respectfully report, "Reporting to Young Master Ji, the Holy Emperor is here!"
Ji Tianxing stopped cultivating. He stood up and straightened his clothes before walking out of the room.
He stood still in the courtyard and saw six golden-armored guards standing on both sides of the door. They respectfully knelt on the ground to welcome the Holy Emperor.
A middle-aged man in a golden robe strode through the door and entered the courtyard.
This man was eight feet tall and had broad shoulders. He had a head of white hair that reached his waist and a dignified face. He exuded the arrogance and domineering aura of a Martial Saint.
His steps were like the wind, and the wide purple cloak on his shoulders also fluttered in the wind.
Ji Tianxing could obviously tell that this man was the Everlasting Luck Martial Saint who was in charge of the Sunset Divine Mine.
Moreover, the Everlasting Luck Martial Saint's style of doing things was obviously swift and decisive.
Other than the Everlasting Luck Martial Saint, there was also a tall and handsome young man behind him.
This person had the strength of a Tribulation Stage cultivator. He looked somewhat similar to the Everlasting Luck Martial Saint, and there was an air of arrogance between his brows.
Ji Tianxing guessed that this young man was most likely the Everlasting Luck Martial Saint's nephew.
The Everlasting Luck Martial Saint arrived in the courtyard and stood ten steps away from Ji Tianxing. After sizing him up, he smiled and said, "Welcome to the Sunset City, Young Master Ji!
Young Master Ji just arrived yesterday and must be mentally exhausted. I was also busy with military affairs, so I didn't receive you. Please forgive me, Young Master Ji. "
The Everlasting Luck Martial Saint's voice was dignified and loud. His attitude towards Ji Tianxing was also more polite.
Ji Tianxing's expression was calm as he cupped his hands and bowed. "Ji Tianxing greets the Everlasting Luck Divine Emperor."
"No need for formalities." The Everlasting Luck Martial Saint nodded slightly and walked into the guest hall. "Let's talk inside."
Then, the three of them entered the guest hall and sat down. Immediately, a servant girl came forward to serve tea.
The Everlasting Luck Divine Emperor sat on the main seat and looked kindly at Ji Tianxing. He asked, "Young Master Ji, although the scenery of the Sunset City can't be compared to the Luoshen Mountain, it's still a rare scenic spot in the world. You can stay here for a while."
Then, he pointed to the young man sitting on the right and introduced him. "This is my son, Su Chen. You're all young people, so you can get to know each other.
Back then, Su Chen was also a God Disciple of the Divine Nation. He cultivated on the Luoshen Mountain for more than twenty years. I believe you'll have something to talk about. "
Ji Tianxing looked at Su Chen and nodded slightly in greeting.
Su Chen also looked at him with a smile and cupped his hands. "Su Chen greets Young Master Ji. During this time, my father has been busy with government affairs. I'm afraid he has no time to accompany Young Master Ji.
During this time, I'll take care of Young Master Ji on behalf of my father. "
Although Ji Tianxing didn't need anyone to accompany him, he couldn't reject Su Chen's politeness. Thus, he nodded.
"Thank you, Young Master Su."
Then, Ji Tianxing looked at Divine Emperor Changyun with a solemn expression. "Divine Emperor Changyun, I believe Granny Long has told you that I'm here to resolve the danger of the Divine Mine.
I saw the tense atmosphere inside and outside Setting Sun City and guessed that the situation at the border was worrying.
Divine Emperor, can you tell me the specific situation at the border? "
Hearing this, Su Chen frowned inwardly but didn't show it on his face.
Divine Emperor Changyun had expected this question. He said indifferently, "Before you came, Granny Long sent me a message and explained the situation.
I believe you have some understanding of the situation at the Setting Sun Divine Mine.
There are more than two hundred and sixty mines in the Divine Mine. Each mine is managed by two commanders. There are hundreds of supervisors and tens of thousands of miners under them.
There are more than a hundred mines near the western border. More than eighty have been taken by the Heaven End Divine Nation.
There are only a dozen mines left, but they have been invaded. Large amounts of ores and veins are lost every day.
The armies of the Heaven End Divine Nation and the Heaven End Divine Nation are facing each other outside Drifting Cloud Mountain.
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