Chapter 5443

When the warship descended, Jared supported Onneas as they got off the vessel. Aurelius was the first to step forward.

At the sight of the spiritual light bathing Onneas and the intimidating aura of the four Celestial Guards, Aurelius hurriedly bowed. “Greetings, Ms. Dusko. I’m Aurelius of Celestia. Your righteous intervention has pulled level six back from the brink of ruin. You have my eternal thanks!”

“Ms. Dusko!” dozens of voices echoed at once. Infinides, Yuliana, Artemis, and the other survivors bowed low as well, their eyes shining with feverish hope.

None of them had dared imagine Jared could really convince the overlord of Celestial King Palace-let alone arrive flanked by an escort strong enough to silence an army.

Yuliana hurried to Jared’s side, her violet robes whispering around boot-tops as she inspected him for hidden wounds.

Moisture trembled at her lashes. “You have no idea how close we were to losing sleep over you, Jared.”

Jared gave her hand a light, reassuring pat. “With Ms. Dusko herself watching my back, what trouble could possibly cling to me?”