Upon seeing that it was Li Dai, both Master Puji and the members of the Tianyan Sect breathed a sigh of relief. Puji was worried that someone might actually turn up to sabotage his plans, while the people from the Tianyan Sect feared that some sudden, formidable entity might emerge. If that happened, even with their many powerful experts, they could still capsize in the gutter—especially in such a ruinous, ancient domain.
Li Dai's appearance at least allowed them to set their minds at ease.
It is a misconception to think that high-level mighty figures fear nothing; on the contrary, the deeper one's cultivation, the more one cherishes one's life. While seeking breakthroughs in various ancient ruins and secret realms, they always put their own safety above all else.
Chapter 610