Lo Kenshi told what could be possibly happen.

  Shocking the everyone except for master Hu Bin.

  "Yes, it is possible. The Li clan will not miss this opportunity to eliminate any opposition." Master Bin said thoughtfully, stroking his beard.

  The room grew quieter as they contemplated the gravity of the situation. If the second prince were to accuse them falsely, the ripples of distrust and suspicion would spread throughout the city, potentially turning allies into enemies.

  Wu Rei, the most stoic of the group, finally spoke up.

  "If the second prince were to make a move against us without cause, it would be a declaration of war against all who stand for justice in Di. His allies would abandon him, fearing they could be next." His words hung heavy in the air, a grim reminder of the delicate political balance that held the city together.

  Hu Tao nodded, her eyes narrowing.

  "The Li clan is crafty. They would not let such an opportunity pass them by. They will surely use this to their advantage, painting us as enemies of the state." Her hand tightened around her sword's hilt, a silent promise of protection for the Hall and its inhabitants.

  Lo Kenshi nodded in agreement.

  "The second prince may indeed see us as a thorn in his side, but he also knows that to strike at us openly would be to invite the wrath of the other factions. He must tread carefully, using the emissary as a tool to gauge our loyalty."

  Master Bin's eyes darkened.

  "Killing the chicken to warn the monkeys, as the old saying goes." He leaned forward, his gaze intense.

  "He may use the chaos here as an example, a warning to other cities who dare to oppose his rise."

  The disciples nodded solemnly, understanding the gravity of the situation.

  The four princes of the empire have all notorious fame for being cruel and greedy more than the next, and they knew that he would not hesitate to make an example of them if it served his purpose.

  Master Bin stood, his gaze sweeping over each of them.

  "We cannot risk the Tri Body Hall falling into the hands of the corrupt. I have decided to temporarily close the Hall and move to the Ji empire, to the west. It's a place far from the current strife, where we can continue our work without fear of political entanglements."

  Joshua remembered what he learn about the geographic of this world.

  There is four big islands except for the Arctic/Antarctic, and the largest being the Heavenly Earth, that have four equal empire contending for supremacy.

  The Long Empire where he is currently at is at the west of the land block by mountains at the border of Su Empire which neighbors the other empires making rich by trade and vulnerable to be attack by all side.

  There is the Jo Empire at the northern land known for harsh cold weather but rich minerals and strong warriors.

  And lastly the eastern part of the land is the Federation ruled by merchants who group up to form one organization that ruled the land, few rumors say that they are the dogs trained by the owner of the next big island Bai Empire sole ruler of the island that is big as half of the Heavenly Earth.

  The Bai Empire is a desert Island known for the weakest and poorest of all the Island until the last emperor change it to a militaristic empire who sought to conquer other Islands. He had trained warriors and traded goods until his empire grew enough to threaten others and he was nearly successful but was thwarted by all empire joining together. Until today his successor still tried to accomplish the dream of the late emperor.

  The third big Island is ruled by the two empires called Sun and Moon empire, due to long history of fighting and sharing the land together they had formed an alliance together to fight the Bai Empire who had tried to conquer all big Islands before.

  The last big Island is known for its deadly winter and fiercest beast the Demon Island. Nobody had successfully conquer this land and even trying to go to this island is treacherous as storms plaque the seas surrounding it.

  As Joshua busy thinking.

  The disciples looked at each other in shock, the weight of their master's words sinking in. To leave their home, their city, was a drastic move, one fraught with danger and uncertainty.

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  Yet, they knew that Master Bin did not make decisions lightly. If he believed that moving was the best course of action, then they would follow.

  All except for Joshua and Wu Rei, whose hearts were torn.

  For Joshua, the village of Quinse was more than just a place; it was a symbol of new beginnings. The villagers had taken him in when he just arrived here and were powerless and injured, they had nurtured him back to health, and had given him knowledge. He felt a deep sense of loyalty to the people who had shown him kindness when he had none.

  Wu Rei, on the other hand, had a clan to consider. His family's legacy was bound to the city, and the thought of abandoning them to the mercy of the Li clan was unbearable. The bond between clan members was as unbreakable as steel, and the idea of leaving them behind was a betrayal he couldn't fathom.

  "Master," Wu Rei spoke with a firm resolve, "I must seek approval from my clan head, Wu. Our family has a duty to the Clan's territory and we cannot abandon them to the mercy of the Li clan."

  Master Bin nodded solemnly.

  "I understand your loyalty, Rei. But beware, your clan's involvement may bring unwanted attention. The Li clan will not rest until they have eliminated all opposition."

  Wu Rei bowed in acknowledgment.

  "I will tread carefully, master. I will not let their suspicion fall upon the Hall." With that, he left the room, his mind racing with the implications of his decision.

  Joshua watched his friend go, a flicker of doubt crossing his own face. He knew that his place was with the village that had taken him in, that had taught him the ways of this world and had given him the foundation for his martial cultivation. He took a deep breath and turned to face Master Bin.

  "Master," he began, "I too must remain here. The villagers of Quinse have done much for me, and I cannot abandon them."

  Master Bin studied him, his eyes filled with understanding.

  "Very well, Joshua. But remember, you are part of the Tri Body Hall, and we will always stand with you. If you need our assistance, do not hesitate to ask."

  Joshua nodded firmly, the weight of his decision heavy on his shoulders.

  "Thank you, master."

  Master Bin placed a hand on his shoulder.

  "We will not be far. Keep your wits sharp and your heart pure. Remember, the path of the righteous is fraught with danger, but it is the only path worth walking."

  With that, the master retreated to his quarters, leaving Joshua alone with his thoughts. The decision to stay behind was not an easy one, but he knew he could not leave the village that had become his home. He had a duty to protect them, to ensure that the Li clan's influence did not spread to the rural lands beyond the city's grasp.

  The next day, as the sun rose over the city, the Tri Body Hall was a flurry of activity.

  Disciples packed their belongings, whispering their goodbyes to one another, and the air was thick with the scent of incense and the murmur of final preparations.

  The master's decision had been made, and they would soon be on their way to the west, seeking refuge in the Su Empire.

  Joshua watched his fellow disciples from the shadows of the training hall, the flickering flames of his newfound Spirit Flame casting an eerie glow upon his face. He knew he had to make his own preparations, to be ready for whatever lay ahead.

  The village of Quinse had always been a peaceful place, nestled in the embrace of nature's beauty. But he knew that peace was fragile, especially with the Li clan's influence growing like a malevolent vine, threatening to choke the life out of the city.

  Yet, he clung to the hope that the second prince would overlook such a small and seemingly insignificant place. After all, what could a rural village offer to further his ambitions?

  He had seen the power of fear, how the legend of 'The Thunder and Rain' had made even the mightiest of the Li clan tremble.

  If the prince were to send his emissaries to Quinse, they would surely encounter the same fear, the same whispers that had taken root in Sunset Breeze Pass City. But fear alone would not be enough to protect the villagers. He had to be ready to face whatever was to come, to stand as their protector, their guardian.

  Joshua approached the village elder, the wise and respected Mr. Lan Chi. He told him of the impending danger, the shadow that loomed over their peaceful lives. The elder's eyes grew grave as he listened, the creases in his face deepening as he considered the gravity of the situation.

  "We must prepare," the elder said, his voice steady despite the tremble in his hands.

  "The chaos is not to be underestimated. We will gather our strongest men and train them in the ways of the martial arts. We will not be caught unprepared."

  Joshua nodded solemnly. He knew that the elder's words were true; the time for peaceful existence was coming to an end. The thought of the villagers being caught in the crossfire of a power struggle between the succession of the empire was too much to bear. He had to do something, had to use his newfound power to protect them.

  With a heavy heart, he took his leave, his thoughts racing with the possibilities that lay before him.

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  Joshua decided to explore the new world. The possibilities were vast, and there had to be some solution out there that could help in their struggle against the ensuing fight for succession. He had seen glimpses of other realms, worlds that held secrets and power that could be harnessed for himself.

  He took a deep breath and stepped into the crack, feeling the familiar tug of reality warping around him. The black void stretched out, swallowing him whole.

  Hiss

  He emerged on the other side, sword in hand, pistol and rifle at his side, ready to face whatever challenges the new world had to offer.

  Then expected as he landed, he felt immense itch all over his body, every time he enters new world he evolve this way and starting to get use to it.

  He shrug off the itch and started to look around his surroundings and was quite surprised to see something different this time.

  The new world was unlike anything he had ever seen, full of metal pillars that stretch across the sky. The air was thick with the scent of rust, and the light seeping through the dark skies. The ground beneath his feet is covered in metal, and he took a moment to adjust to the alien gravity that are much heavier than all world he had visited.

  Looking around for danger, he felt ominous.

  The buildings presumably were not made of stone or wood but of some strange, cold metallic material that hummed with a lifeless energy. The streets were eerily quiet, save for the occasional echo of distant machinery. The silence was oppressive, a stark contrast to the bustling life of previous worlds.