Having reached her peak late in the Foundation Stage, Jing Hong was powerful in her own right, even though she could have easily ascended into the Golden Core Stage if she so chose.

She had been too quick in her training that her fundamentals needed more work. Hence Emperor Ao's decision to prevent her from ascending so that she could focus on the basics while amassing more experience.

"ROAR!"

The Zombie let loose a thunderous howl with anger, churning ...