The King-rank Cultivators retreated to recover wherever they could.
As they had decided, it wasn't too late to resume clearing the cracks since the immediate danger had been dealt with.
They could afford to take their time.
Pushing themselves beyond their limits now would only increase the risk of death—a risk none of them were willing to take.
No matter how precious the rewards were, they weren't worth the centuries of life they still had ahead of them.
One by one, the King-rank Cultivators left.
Brian also flashed back to the Supers Association, but instead of making his presence known, he teleported straight into the office of the people in charge.
At that moment, the branch manager of the Supers Association and Deputy Manager Leo were deep in discussion about the current state of the city.
"The situation isn't looking good." Deputy Manager Leo stated grimly.