With that, the gathering came to an end. The cultivators from the three sects all wore expressions of excitement and quickly returned to their rooms to prepare for the battle that would take place in a few hours.

Alaric Ye also returned to his room, checking his storage bag for the usual pills and talismans. He also informed Little White and Little Strong, who were cultivating inside the Ancient Ring, and couldn't help but feel a slight anticipation for the upcoming battle.

After all, Alaric's main purpose for participating in the demon-slaying operation was to hone his skills and break through his cultivation level, hoping to reach Foundation Establishment soon.

"My senior sister always said that only in life-and-death battles can one find the opportunity to break through bottlenecks. So unless absolutely necessary, I must fight personally in the upcoming battles."