In this chapter, we learn about the twelve ancient gods that guard the twelve heaven-reaching towers of gods. According to legend, the emperor obtained the will from the gods and established the capital of the imperial family near the twelve god-towers. The emperor also organized a tournament to honor the twelve gods. The tournament is held annually, and the emperor becomes devout during the tournament. As for the hidden mysteries, he can't say for sure, but he does know that the northern lord is not there. He also asks about the relationship between the two swordsmen. He wonders if they'll risk their lives to save him when he's in danger someday, and he thanks the swordsman for his help. The swordsman tells him that the tower of gods tournament is soon to begin, and asks him how his cultivation is at the moment. He says that he is the only person who can inherit his legacy, and that he hopes the emperor will send someone with him to eliminate the enemy