However, to Xiang Tian's utter surprise, these individuals completely ignored his attitude, remaining entangled with the people within Flying Cloud City.

The disparity in strength between the two groups was too great, so Xiang Tian's companions were quickly defeated.

The people of Flying Cloud City surrounded Xiang Tian and his group, their eyes gleaming menacingly.

"Xiang Tian, I told you to surrender obediently, but you refused to listen. Now look, you've dragged all your comrades into this, risking their lives. Is this what you intended?" 𝚏𝐫𝚎𝗲𝕨𝐞𝐛𝕟𝚘𝐯𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝗺

"You truly are a vicious villain, not even sparing your own comrades."

"Let's not waste any more time. Let's annihilate them together!"

As they spoke, the contingent from Flying Cloud City charged directly at Xiang Tian and his group.

Seeing this, Xiang Tian closed his eyes in despair. After all, they had no room left for resistance.

But to everyone's astonishment, a long saber, aglow with Fire Light, fell directly in front of the crowd. Immediately after, they saw a figure hurtle down towards them like a meteor.

"Who is this?"

Soon, a figure appeared before them. The expressions of the people from Flying Cloud City changed. They exchanged glances, but no one recognized Wang Zhan.

After all, although Wang Zhan had achieved many accomplishments during this period, he had always maintained a low profile, merely seeking some peace for himself.

Wang Zhan lightly tapped his temples with his fingers, then spoke, his voice deliberate.

Upon seeing Wang Zhan, Xiang Tian's eyes gradually welled with tears.

He plopped down on the ground and stared intently at Wang Zhan. After a long moment, he finally said, "I never expected it to be you, Brother Wang."

Although he had heard what the others said earlier, he still couldn't believe such a coincidence.

After all, they had been here for several months, yet he had received no news nor seen anything related to Wang Zhan.

So, Xiang Tian himself had grown quite disheartened.

He knew that the Teleportation Formation they had used to get here was fraught with many dangers, and the slightest carelessness could lead to total annihilation.

Wang Zhan gradually approached him and patted Xiang Tian's shoulder, but when words reached his lips, he found himself at a loss for what to say.

Staring at the scar on Xiang Tian's face, Wang Zhan asked, word by word, "How did you get these?"

Xiang Tian chuckled and waved his hand, then shook his head and said, "Don't worry, they're just superficial wounds. Besides, they've already healed."

Although he said this, Wang Zhan's expression remained grim. After sweeping his gaze over the crowd before them, he asked, "Was it because of these people?"

Xiang Tian, at his side, said nothing.

Wang Zhan glanced at him and continued, "When we parted ways, I did tell you to control your temper and to use your brain more when facing any situation. But I didn't mean for you to let yourself be bullied for no reason.

"Look at you now. Aren't you just a complete doormat?"

Xiang Tian heaved a helpless sigh. Things had come to this pass, and it wasn't just the fault of these people before him; he himself was also largely to blame. Nevertheless, having come this far, he wasn't prepared to stop, nor did he have the chance to pursue those other paths anymore.

"Brother, I'll follow your lead in everything."

A faint smile touched the corners of Xiang Tian's mouth. In an instant, he moved to one side. Sweeping his gaze over the Martial Saints before him, he slowly began, "Since Brother Wang has already said so much, I won't keep hiding things. The reason I've ended up in this situation today is entirely because of this group in front of us.

"If it hadn't been for their aggressive provocations, I would have left this place long ago and wouldn't have encountered so many problems."

Wang Zhan smiled and nodded. He patted Xiang Tian's shoulder again and then said, "You are my brother. Naturally, I won't let you suffer such grievances for nothing. Since these people laid hands on you, I will make them pay a terrible price today."

Moreover, Wang Zhan had noticed that everyone with Xiang Tian was injured. It was evident that this was directly related to the people from Flying Cloud City, so he naturally had no reason to spare them.

Though Wang Zhan disliked bullying the weak and had no fondness for internal strife, matters had reached a point where they were stuck between a rock and a hard place.

The people from Flying Cloud City exchanged glances, and then bursts of laughter erupted.

"Kid, who do you really think you are, planning to take all of us on?"

"Don't say I didn't warn you. Be careful, or you might not even be able to save your own life in the end."

"Since he's prepared to make a move, let's give him a quick end. After all, Xiang Tian's friends are all just trash that must be eliminated."

Everyone nodded in agreement and then quickly charged towards Wang Zhan.

Wang Zhan scanned them dismissively, then clenched his fist. A dragon's roar echoed in the air. Before anyone could react, they felt a blast of strong winds strike their chests, sending them all flying backward.

"Damn it, this kid really is something else!"

Wang Zhan squinted his eyes but said nothing; this was all thanks to the Indestructible Azure Dragon Spell.

With that one move, Wang Zhan's true power became evident. At this point, who would dare to continue challenging him?

Everyone hastily retreated.

Wang Zhan ignored them, his gaze returning to Xiang Tian. "You don't look too good."

As he spoke, Wang Zhan took an elixir from his pocket and placed it into Xiang Tian's mouth.

Xiang Tian was startled and quickly asked, "Where did you get this medicine?"

"Naturally, I snatched it from those opponents I dealt with," Wang Zhan said evasively. He then quickly patted Xiang Tian's shoulder and added, "I hadn't realized until just now how severely your strength has been ravaged. Your internal organs have also suffered considerable impact. We must find a way to stabilize your internal injuries first."

However, there was no trace of worry on Wang Zhan's face; it seemed he already had everything under control.

"You have a way to heal my injuries?" Xiang Tian asked, looking at Wang Zhan beside him in astonishment, fully aware of how severe his wounds were.

Wang Zhan smiled and patted his shoulder, then continued, "If it were anyone else before me, I certainly wouldn't intervene. After all, your internal condition is indeed too chaotic; even for me, suppressing it wouldn't be such an easy task. But you are my brother. How could I possibly watch you remain in such peril?

"So, even if there seems to be no way, I will find one."

Upon hearing this, Xiang Tian looked gratefully at Wang Zhan, his eyes reddening.

The bystanders clenched their fists, exchanged glances, and began to murmur among themselves.

"Did you see that? This is true brotherhood."

"Then we should also stay close to Brother Wang; we are his brothers too!"

"Alright, let's not stay here any longer. We need to quickly find a place to treat Brother Xiang Tian's injuries."

Wang Zhan nodded, preparing to leave with everyone.

However, just as they were about to move, Xiang Tian's expression suddenly changed, and he collapsed.

In an instant, everyone's gaze converged on Xiang Tian, their faces filled with worry.

Wang Zhan quickly supported Xiang Tian. Looking at Han Junxiong beside him, he asked urgently, "Is there any place nearby where we can rest? Xiang Tian's internal condition is too complex; he absolutely cannot withstand strenuous travel. If we try to return to Kui City, we might not have enough time. We must find a place to rest nearby."

At this, Han Junxiong frowned slightly. He glanced into the distance and then said, word by word, "There is indeed such a place, but... we just had a conflict with the people in that city."

"Flying Cloud City?"

The surrounding crowd also frowned slightly. No one spoke, and the atmosphere grew heavy.

A cold smile touched Wang Zhan's lips. He stated, word by word, "I don't care what sort of grudges my brother has with the people of Flying Cloud City. However, seeing him in such peril, I certainly won't stand idly by. Furthermore, if that group from Flying Cloud City still intends to trouble my brother, they shouldn't blame me for being discourteous."

With that said, Wang Zhan hoisted Xiang Tian onto his back and moved swiftly towards Flying Cloud City.

The people behind him exchanged glances, then all nodded and quickly followed Wang Zhan.

Han Junxiong clenched his fists, his voice cold as he declared, "That's right! No matter what lies ahead, since Brother Xiang Tian is in trouble, we must brave it, even if it's the most dangerous place!"

"Brother Wang! Wait for me! I'll clear the path for you!"

「Half an hour later.」

They had arrived near Flying Cloud City.

Wang Zhan's expression also gradually became much more solemn. He looked at the tightly closed city gates and said softly, "Since we're already here, there's no turning back. Who among you is willing to go and knock on the gate?"