The Great Flame Imperial Dynasty, Feng Xi. It was a very simple statement, carrying not a trace of saintly might, but certainly not lacking in terms of presence.

Di Kan suddenly understood. “The Great Flame Imperial Dynasty? I’d totally forgotten all about that spirit seal.”

Elder Li said thoughtfully, “I did hear something about the Flame Emperor having a youngest daughter... Could it be her?”

Di Kan was a bit excited. “Now this should be good! Those people offended the Flame Emperor... Tsk tsk, just thinking about it makes me nervous for them!”

The Holy Lands and great clans weren’t afraid of the Great Flame Imperial Dynasty, but the Flame Emperor himself. He ranked among the finest Saint realm experts in the Eastern Wasteland.

Zhao Mengyou was determined to contradict him. “Though the Flame Emperor is strong, he’s not invincible. In recent years, border conflicts have intensified for the Great Flame Imperial Dynasty, so he’s firmly tied down. How could he come here so easily?”

For once, Di Kan didn’t argue with her. “That’s true. If the Flame Emperor could free up his hands, would we be having such a good time?”

If not for that, the Northern Domain would have already fallen into the hands of the Great Flame Imperial Dynasty. Would these families still be able to throw their weight around?

In just the span of a few words, the saintly might grew heavier and heavier, like a great mountain, pressing down heavily on everyone’s hearts.

Silently and suddenly, a middle-aged man appeared in the field, hands clasped behind his back. Exquisite patterns covered his grey robe. Faint traces of saintly might radiated from him, exuding the bearing of a deep and serene mountain. It was the Holy Master of the Myriad Transformations Holy Land.

He was the first to arrive upon receiving the news. To him, Chu Kuang wasn’t just a Holy Son who would strengthen and expand the Holy Land’s influence, but also a future partner to overcome trials and tribulations together. That was why he had treated Chu Kuang as an equal.

Now, Chu Kuang was dead, and so was his plan. As if that wasn’t enough, he had just discovered that Luan Ping and the others were also gone. The foundation of Myriad Transformations Holy Land was the shallowest. Just the deaths of these four Transcendent realm cultivators had already injured its core.

Upon seeing the headless bodies on the ground, the Holy Master could no longer suppress his killing intent. “Little girl, are you the Flame Emperor’s daughter?”

Feng Xi still had a nonchalant look on her face. “Yes, why?”

Just as the Holy Master was about to speak, he seemed to sense something and looked into the distance.

A moment later, two more figures landed. One was also middle-aged, the head of the Wu family from Central Continent stationed here, Wu Qian. The other was elderly, the Holy Master of the Yuhua Holy Land.

The two’s expressions darkened at the tragic scene that awaited. They also hadn’t expected their people to be wiped out completely. The foundations of the two families were only slightly stronger than the Myriad Transformations Holy Land. To say they weren’t distressed would be a lie.

The Myriad Transformations Holy Master glared murderously at Feng Xi. “Did you kill them?”

As a Saint realm cultivator, he could clearly see that Feng Xi’s strength was far greater than Luan Ping and Chu Kuang. Only she could have done such a thing. 𝘧𝓇ℯ𝑒𝓌𝑒𝑏𝓃𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭.𝒸ℴ𝓂

Gu Han interjected, “It wasn’t her. It was me. I killed all of them.”

A flash of approval passed through Feng Xi’s eyes. She had intended to quietly accept it and shoulder the burden for Gu Han. Who would’ve expected him to step forward? To others, his behavior would probably seem foolish and problematic, but in her eyes, it was having a sense of responsibility.

Wu Qian narrowed his eyes, clearly not believing him. “A cripple like you?”

Gu Han remained calm. “I’ve said this before, they weren’t hard to kill. One strike each. It didn’t take much effort.”

He was arrogant, treating the three as if they were just ordinary cultivators.

Yun Lie glanced at Feng Xi. “Ha! Seems your judgment really isn’t great. This is the person you want to protect? I’ve never seen someone so arrogant!”

Yun Fan couldn’t bear to listen anymore. Here we go again! So it really is one strike each, huh!

He stared at Gu Han. “Even if my sister is protecting you, can’t you show some restraint? Don’t you realize the state you are in? How can you still speak so arrogantly?”

Gu Han looked at him. “You think that if I kneel and beg them for mercy, they’ll let me off?”

Yun Fan was taken aback. “Probably... not.”

“Then why should I show restraint? They killed my friend. Just because I’m not as strong as them, I have to tuck my tail between my legs and accept it? In their eyes, the weak are born to be bullied. Yet when the weak resist, it’s arrogance, not knowing one’s place. On what basis?” Gu Han stared at Yun Fan. “You tell me. What kind of bullshit logic is that?”

Yun Fan was dumbfounded. I’m still a kid! How would I know?!

In the distance, Di Kan shook his head with a smile. “The logic is sound, but he’s not the weak one either!”

Meanwhile, the three grew murderous at Gu Han’s speech, their faces contorting ferociously.

“Since he seeks death, let’s grant his wish!”

“Not just him, but also that strange little girl with the eye technique!”

“Right, we can’t let her off!”

With the Flame Emperor here, they wouldn’t dare kill Feng Xi, but killing Gu Han shouldn’t have too many repercussions.

The Myriad Transformations Holy Master glanced at Ah Sha, who was unconscious in Gu Tian’s embrace. “Both of you, this girl needs to be kept!”

The other two immediately understood. Although they hadn’t seen Ah Sha’s eyes technique, they had a general idea from the transmissions of Luan Ping and the others. She had a heaven-defying ability that even they had never heard of! They were certain Ah Sha possessed a terrifying bloodline or physique. Capturing her for research was far more valuable than simply killing her.

Taking a deep breath, Gu Han held his sword and stood in front of Ah Sha.

Feng Xi suddenly said, “You three want to touch my junior brother? Have you asked me?”

“Little girl, you want to meddle?”

“Though the Flame Emperor is strong, the three of us combined might not necessarily fear him!”

“Besides, he probably can’t get away at all!”

The three turned gloomy. They had to kill Gu Han no matter what!

Feng Xi suddenly felt like drinking, so she took off her wine gourd and drank again.

“Zuo Yang, the junior brother you found is very good, very impressive. I’m quite satisfied.” Even though she didn’t seem to be using her cultivation to force out the alcohol’s effects, her aura grew even stronger. “Yun Fan, send the message!”

Yun Fan wouldn't dare defy her wishes. He immediately took out a dragon-shaped communication jade talisman. “Understood! Right away! Right away!”

Yun Lie cut in. “You dare?! For such a cripple, you would delay border war opportunities? This is—”

Feng Xi said indifferently, “Get lost.”

Though she made no move, a scorching intent struck Yun Lie and sent him flying. Yun Fan didn’t dare delay and immediately prepared to send the message.

Elder Li hesitated for a moment. “Divine Maiden, should we...?”

He felt that now was an excellent opportunity to offer timely help. With the foundation of the Tiansheng Hall and the Flame Emperor’s might, suppressing the three families shouldn’t be a problem.

Zhao Mengyou also seemed somewhat hesitant, but ultimately shook her head. “Elder Li, he’s already become a cripple. It’s meaningless.”

Elder Li sighed inwardly and said no more. He felt that Zhao Mengyou was a bit too utilitarian. If Gu Han could escape danger and recover later, there would truly be no way to remedy the regret.

The Myriad Transformations Holy Master flew into a rage. “You’re going too far! I’d like to see just how tyrannical the Great Flame Imperial Dynasty can be! Today, I will kill him right in front of you!”

He was about to make a move when suddenly, an extremely polite and courteous voice reached everyone’s ears.

“Everyone, can you please consider stopping for the moment?”