James was ecstatic.

After spending all that time and effort, he finally surpassed the Eighth Inner Gate. Now, he only needed the strengthen himself up to the Eighth Inner Gate’s peak. Then, he would be capable of challenging the ninth barrier’s defender in the celestial abode.

James quickly got up and walked toward the custodian.

The custodian turned around, and a robe appeared in her hands. She passed it to James.

James realized the flames had completely burned away his clothes. With an embarrassed expression, he took the clothes handed over by the custodian and said, “Thank you.”

He quickly got dressed.

The traditional robe fit him very well.

The custodian turned to face him and nodded. Her pretty face was satisfied as she said, “Yes, very good. You’re cultivating much faster than I expected.”

James could not help asking, “How long has it been since I came to this ancient battlefield?”

He was focused on cultivating and lost track of time. Therefore, he had no clue how long