Gold Ingot was killed, while the Swordsaint and Lan Yi the Female Saint were injured and forced to flee. With that, the Demon Slayer Sect’s assassination plan ended in utter failure. Ye Chuanfeng, the Earth Fiend Demon Sovereign, and Qin Wushuang also left Cang City at the first opportunity, fearing they would be targeted by Saint You Heng and trapped there. 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

News spread like wildfire, shocking the major powers of the Eastern Region.

The Demon Slayer Sect and the Myriad Treasures Pavilion were both top-tier forces comparable to the Holy Land Imperial Clans. This time, over Su Han, the Demon Slayer Sect had not hesitated to offend the Myriad Treasures Pavilion. Most importantly, the plan had failed. Su Han was not dead; instead, it was the Demon Slayer Sect’s top assassin, Gold Ingot, who had perished in Cang City. This outcome shocked countless people.

"What kind of unforgivable crime did this Su Han commit to make the Demon Slayer Sect invest so heavily?"

"I heard he previously killed six of the Demon Slayer Sect’s Slaughter Stars and even snatched a Holy Artifact from one of their Saints. That enraged Saint personally planned this assassination, but it unexpectedly failed. Now even Gold Ingot has died by his hand—all Seven Great Slaughter Stars of the Demon Slayer Sect have fallen to Su Han alone. This is a blood feud that can only end in death!"

"Although Su Han’s background is ordinary, his ability to stir up trouble is incredible. The Myriad Treasures Pavilion has made it clear they will protect him, while the Demon Slayer Sect is determined to kill him. I’m afraid the Demon Slayer Sect and the Myriad Treasures Pavilion are now headed for a confrontation because of him!"

Across the major Daozhous, fervent discussions erupted over the matter. As the epicenter of the event, Su Han was naturally the main topic. He had already become renowned in the Eastern Region for breaking into the top ten of the Young Demonic Prodigies List. After an incident like this, he couldn’t avoid fame even if he wanted to.

"The Myriad Treasures Pavilion suffered a loss this time and will definitely seek revenge. The Demon Slayer Sect’s killing intent toward Su Han hasn’t died, so they surely have other plans. With both the Myriad Treasures Pavilion and the Demon Slayer Sect being top-tier forces, more trouble is bound to arise."

Some saw the situation clearly and sighed with concern for the stability of the Eastern Region. If the Myriad Treasures Pavilion and the Demon Slayer Sect were to clash, the entire Eastern Region would be thrown into turmoil. The resulting chaos would bring suffering to ordinary people and mid- to lower-tier Martial Artists.

***

In the Tian Luo Net Holy Land, the Tian Luo Saint soon learned of the news.

That worthless Gold Ingot! He had such a perfect opportunity and still failed to kill Su Han. He deserved to die!

The Tian Luo Saint’s face was incredibly dark as he cursed, his composure completely shattered. The Demon Slayer Sect’s assassination plan had been perfect. The problem, in the end, was Gold Ingot—he wasn’t strong enough. Not only did he fail to kill Su Han, but he was killed by him instead. Moreover, with the Demon Slayer Sect’s failure this time, another smooth attempt would be far more difficult.

That country bumpkin’s growth rate is terrifyingly fast. He actually managed to kill Gold Ingot. I heard he has already reached the Great Achievement of the Holy Body. If he catches up to my realm, I’m afraid it won’t be easy for me to kill him anymore.

After cursing Gold Ingot, the Tian Luo Saint focused his attention on Su Han. He hadn’t taken this country bumpkin seriously at first, but Su Han was growing too quickly. He had not only killed five of his followers, but now even Gold Ingot—who was ranked sixth on the Young Demonic Prodigies List, not far behind himself—was dead.

This won’t do. I must find a way to kill him, or he will become a severe thorn in my side!

The Tian Luo Saint paced back and forth, his mind racing as he quickly considered his options.

That Su Han must not be allowed to continue growing!

***

Somewhere in the Demon Slayer Sect, the Seven Kills Saint flew into a rage upon learning that the plan had failed. He massacred ten cities, leaving a thousand-mile stretch of land scorched, a ruin of utter desolation.

Useless trash! Couldn’t even kill a junior in the Heavenly King Realm, and I even lost my Reincarnation Holy Mirror!

The Seven Kills Saint was a bald, vicious-looking old man, surrounded by countless wailing spirits that made him appear like an envoy of the Grim Reaper. He was immensely strong, a powerhouse at the Saint Realm Ninth Layer. Within the Demon Slayer Sect, his power was second only to the Sect Leader.

Now that the Seven Great Slaughter Stars had been completely wiped out, new ones would have to be cultivated. On top of that, he had lost both the Dragon Slaying Demon Banner and the Reincarnation Holy Mirror. How could the Seven Kills Saint possibly stomach this humiliation?

Su Han, you will spit out everything you’ve taken from me. You were lucky to escape this time, but you won’t be so fortunate again!

The Seven Kills Saint’s eyes were filled with gloom, his killing intent toward Su Han practically overflowing.

Yet he did not strike immediately. He knew this failure would inevitably provoke retaliation from the Myriad Treasures Pavilion. Although powerful, he didn’t dare to single-handedly provoke a war between the two great forces. Thus, he could only hold back for now and wait for the next opportunity.

***

Meanwhile, in a certain part of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion, Jun Zhantian, the First Sequence, wore a displeased expression.

His trip to the Dragon Palace Ruins had been fruitful, increasing his strength considerably, yet his rank on the Young Demonic Prodigies List remained unchanged at eighth place.

Meanwhile, Gold Ingot, who ranked sixth on that same list, had been slain by Su Han.

As the First Sequence of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion, Jun Zhantian felt a sense of crisis. Tongyan and Saint You Heng’s protection was a clear sign of their high regard for Su Han. There was no telling when they might bring him into the fold. At that point, his position as the First Sequence would no longer be secure.

The position of First Sequence in the Myriad Treasures Pavilion represented not just status, but was also a symbol of power and wealth. As the First Sequence, Jun Zhantian wielded immense authority, capable of mobilizing Saints at critical moments. The cultivation resources at his disposal were also vast.

Jun Zhantian had worked too hard to reach this position. He would never be willing to simply hand it over.

Thus, he regarded Su Han as his number one enemy. Even if he couldn’t act openly, he would find ways to impede Su Han’s progress.

The title of First Sequence is mine, and no one can take it from me. Su Han, I hope you know your place. Otherwise, don’t blame me for being ruthless!

A vicious glint flickered in Jun Zhantian’s eyes. He had paid too high a price for this position and would not let anyone steal it from him. He would kill anyone who tried.

In contrast, Zhang Xiaowan and Lan Xi, fellow Sequence Disciples of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion, felt no such hostility. In fact, they were practically jumping for joy.

"Little Su Su is so awesome! He even killed Gold Ingot! It looks like he’ll break into the top five when the Young Demonic Prodigies List is next updated." Zhang Xiaowan’s face was flushed with excitement, as if she herself had been the one to slay Gold Ingot.

Su Han is my best friend! The stronger he gets, the fewer people will dare to bully me. When the time comes, I’ll take Little Su Su with me to teach a lesson to everyone who offended me.

Zhang Xiaowan fantasized excitedly, while Lan Xi watched with adoring eyes, the affection in her heart growing ever stronger. Unfortunately, her secret crush was destined to bear no fruit, for Su Han already had someone he loved.

***

This incident shook the entire Eastern Region and all of its powers.

And Su Han, as the central figure, became the subject of discussion and attention from countless people.

His name now resonated throughout the Eastern Region.