James emphasized, “It's crucial to grasp one thing. Regardless of whether Xanthakos commands the Gate of Mystery or not, his Primordial Spirit resides here. As long as he cannot expel me, then I will pose a threat to him.

“So, whether he reigns as the head of the Five Path Emperors, seizes control of the Forty-Ninth Heaven, or even commands the Wuia Temple and the Path Designation Bead, he remains bound to my will.”

Lesia glanced at the others and said, “Then there’s no need for us to leave…”