Turns Out, I’m In A Villain Clan!

Chapter 305 Entering Falling Star Empire! ”Who would have thought going to another Empire would be this tedious?”

Bai Zihan muttered.

He had naively thought he could simply go to the Falling Star Empire, find the branch of that organization, threaten their leader into revealing the location of their headquarters, and return.

But it wasnʼt as simple as that.

For one, you needed permission to enter the Falling Star Empire-otherwise, the border guards would apprehend you.

It was easy to get one from the Desolate Heaven Empire but there was also a need from the Falling Star Empire.

Well, it took some time but the permission was given at a condition.

The Emperor of the Falling Star Empire wants to meet with him.

Bai Zihan had treated this as a simple visit to gather information, but for the Falling Star Empire, it had turned into a grand diplomatic event. (What should I say the reason for my visit is?)

Should he be honest about his purpose?

There was little chance the Emperor would allow him to interfere within their borders.

Yet, considering how weak their empire was, perhaps they might accept it?

He could offer compensation if necessary. But if they refused... he would simply force the matter. ”Young Master, would you like to have tea?”

Luo Qing asked.

Luo Qing was accompanying Bai Zihan on this trip. It wasnʼt just her, but a group of powerful Bai Clan members as well, including Grand Elder Bai Ren.

This had all been arranged by his father, Bai Tianheng.

After explaining that it might be the organization behind the assassins sent against him and Bai Xinyue, he agreed.

Of course, for safety, a few people were sent along-though they might not be needed, considering Grand Elder Bai Renʼs presence.

In truth, it seemed Bai Ren had volunteered himself, valuing Bai Zihan too highly to risk his life carelessly.

That didnʼt mean sheltering him from all harm. After all, how could one grow without experiencing danger?

The journey from the Bai Clan estate to the border of the Falling Star Empire was long.

Fortunately, they traveled aboard a flying ship equipped with every necessity. When not watching the passing scenery, Bai Zihan would retreat to his room to rest. ***

The Bai Clanʼs flying ship cut through the clouds like a blade of silver light, banners fluttering proudly with the emblem of a soaring white dragon.

When the sprawling frontier of the Desolate Heaven Empire finally came into view, the soldiers stationed there stirred.

Rows of armored cultivators stood along the fortress walls, their spears glinting in the sun.

For a moment, a hush fell over the army as the enormous shadow of the ship loomed across the earth.

But then recognition flashed in their eyes. ”The Bai Clan...” ”Look! Thatʼs the Bai Clanʼs flying ship!”

Whispers rippled through the ranks, bewilderment spreading at the sudden arrival of such a prestigious clan. ”Looks like it is true that Bai Clanʼs heir wants to go to the Falling Star Empire.” ”Why does he want to go to such a weak Empire? Vacation?” ”Perhaps he is scheming something against them? You know it is Young Master Bai Zihan after all.”

The commander, clad in golden armor, quickly took to the skies, his aura rippling outward.

Bowing deeply midair, he cupped his fists toward the ship. ”Honored guests of the Bai Clan! We have received word from the capital. Permission has already been granted-you may proceed without hindrance.” The flying ship glided forward. The commander and his soldiers parted like a tide, their eyes lingering respectfully as the vessel soared past the border. ***

But the moment the flying ship crossed into the skies above the Falling Star Empire, the atmosphere shifted.

Here, the fortress walls were just as tall, the soldiers just as numerous-but their faces told another story.

Unease!

Caution!

The cultivators stationed here gripped their weapons tighter, their lines rigid yet faintly trembling as the shadow of the Bai Clanʼs vessel passed overhead. It was as if the heavens themselves had pressed down upon their empire. One should know-the flying ship of the Bai Clan was akin to a nuclear weapon. It could easily devastate much of the Falling Star Empire before anyone could stop it.

The commander of this post-a middle-aged man in dark steel armor-rose into the sky to intercept.

His eyes darted nervously between the enormous Bai Clan emblem and the scaled slip clutched in his hand.

Even as he tried to stand tall, his aura flickered, betraying the weight pressing upon him.

When his gaze finally fell upon Bai Zihan, standing calmly at the railing of the deck, he froze in an instant.

His breath caught-this was no ordinary visitor.

His hands trembled slightly as he held up the imperial slip, the seal of the

Falling Star Emperor pressed upon its surface. ”The... the Bai Clanʼs Young Master,” he said at last, forcing the words out. His voice, though loud, carried the strain of tension. ”Permission has been granted. You may enter the Falling Star Empire.

Furthermore...”

He hesitated, bowing lower, before continuing. ”By the order of His Majesty, I am to personally accompany you as an escort-if you do not find it disrespectful.”

The commanderʼs posture remained bent, his head lowered as though awaiting judgment.

The Bai Clan Member didnʼt answer and waited. The decision lay with Bai

Zihan. ”Very well. It is good to have a guide.”

It could be said that calling a commander a guide was an insult, but the commander didnʼt mind.

After all, many of the Bai Clan members aboard the flying ship were equal to him, Void Refinement Realm in Cultivation.

Moreover, there was one individual whose depth of cultivation he could not perceive at all. ”This humble general will serve faithfully.”

The flying ship rumbled onward, now with the Falling Star Empireʼs own commander trailing respectfully alongside-a guide, an escort, and a watchful eye, all in one.

From below, the soldiers dared not even whisper.

Their eyes followed the ship with a mixture of fear and awe, as though a great beast had just stepped into their lands.

The flying ship rumbled onward, crossing fully into the Falling Star Empire and leaving behind the nervous silence of its defenders.

Bai Zihan leaned lightly on the railing, his gaze calm but faintly amused. ”The difference is like night and day...”

He murmured. He was referring to the military strength of the two sides.

The Desolate Heaven Empire had many cultivators at the Core Condensation and Golden Core Realms, while the Falling Star Empire was mostly limited to the Core Formation Stage.

It didnʼt help that the Desolate Heaven Empireʼs weakest and most neglected border was the one facing the Falling Star Empire

While, on the other hand, the Falling Star Empireʼs border with the Desolate

Heaven Empire was the most heavily guarded, where their strongest forces were stationed.

Yet, even the strongest army of the Falling Star Empire could not compare to the weakest of the Desolate Heaven Empire. That was the difference in strength between the two empires. (What are they even doing in such a small empire?)

Bai Zihan thought. Well, there was no need to wonder for too long, since he was very close to getting the answer.