In front of the residence of Huo Feng, Lin Feng, and Zi Ling, nearly everyone's gaze was fixed on Zhai Yangtian. After all, he was the eldest disciple of Huo Feng. With their master and the Protector absent, he held the highest authority.
Zhai Yangtian felt an immense pressure, but he valued the bond of brotherhood deeply. Even though he knew he was no match for them, he could not simply hand over his junior brother. His master often taught him to cherish the ties between fellow disciples. The master had said that no one could disturb his junior brother during his seclusion! Therefore, before his junior brother emerged from his retreat, they had to stand firm.
Taking a deep breath, Zhai Yangtian turned to face the crowd and spoke with a serious expression. Wu Yiceng's imposing presence was also fully revealed; he needed to bolster his own authority. However, Master Brother, Dong Feng and Mu Feng had brought so many people. We are simply not their match! If we were to clash with them, we would either be dead or severely injured! Is it worth it for a reckless senior brother? Are our lives as ordinary disciples not worth anything?
At that moment, an Inner Sect Disciple spoke up in fear, unwilling to risk himself for a mere direct disciple. As he voiced his doubts, others began to echo his sentiments, making Zhai Yangtian's position even more difficult.
"Everyone disperse! We will hold the line!" At that moment, Huo Feng's second disciple, Jing Zhu, spoke disdainfully, her temper flaring. Dressed in black robes, she looked striking and confident at just twenty years old. "A bunch of useless fools! No wonder other peaks call us all worthless!"
With danger approaching, they were not united but instead focused on their own safety. What did our master teach you all? Jing Zhu continued her tirade passionately. Although she knew this would likely lead to punishment or even worse consequences for herself, her fiery spirit and talent drove her to stand up for her fellow disciples.
As soon as she finished speaking, the Inner and Outer Sect Disciples appeared relieved and showed no shame in retreating to watch from a distance. For them, whether Lin Feng lived or died or ended up crippled was merely entertainment.
Their master was far too indulgent toward this incoming junior brother. Engaging in such reckless acts without facing any repercussions was unacceptable. While they were indeed fellow disciples, there were limits to what they should do for a reckless and ignorant junior brother. After all, Dong Feng and Mu Feng were fierce adversaries who would not hold back in a conflict.
The one who had never spoken up, Huo Feng's Third Brother, Shi Xiangliu, suddenly broke the silence. Her tone was flat, laced with a hint of displeasure and jealousy. She was also among those who felt discontent towards Lin Feng and Yu Ziling.
At just twenty years old, she was from Zhenwu Peak, and she couldn't understand why their Master held such high regard for these two newcomers. What did they have that was so special?
"Third Junior Sister, have you lost your mind?" Jing Zhu stared at Shi Xiangliu in disbelief. "You are a direct disciple of our Master, how can you speak like that?"
At that moment, Zhai Yangtian, Bai Chen, and Duan San were all taken aback. It was shocking to see the usually gentle Shi Xiangliu harbor such thoughts. Duan San had a bond with Lin Feng that was not to be dismissed. Even Bai Chen remained steadfast in his loyalty, not to mention their elder brother and Second Junior Sister, who cared deeply for their fellow disciples.
Everyone had their own aspirations! If Third Junior Sister was unwilling to stay, then she should leave! Moreover, Si Shidi and Wu Shidi should reconsider as well!
Zhai Yangtian quickly gathered his thoughts, a faint smile breaking through his resolute expression. He turned to face everyone at the peak, wielding a long sword that radiated a terrifying aura, showcasing his stance.
"You are all too stubborn! It is meaningless to act for those who are not worth it."
Shi Xiangliu shook her head with a sigh and spoke gently before departing from the scene.
"Useless!" Jing Zhu shouted angrily, shooting a cold glare at Shi Xiangliu.
"Senior Brother, Senior Sister! We will stand guard here together unless we fall completely!" Bai Chen declared with unwavering determination.
"Haha! Huo Feng is truly amusing!" Tian Guanyun sneered. "Most choose to disregard their fellow disciples and become cowardly fools; it fits Huo Feng's usual style perfectly. The name 'Useless Peak' is well-deserved!"
Wei Mu added mockingly, "But there are still four loyal individuals among you. Yet uselessness remains uselessness; you Huo Feng disciples will forever be labeled as such."
As their words fell, thousands of disciples erupted into raucous laughter, while those from other peaks joined in the ridicule. In their eyes, Huo Feng was nothing but a joke!
"Enough of this chatter; let’s take action! If you want to trouble my junior brother, you’ll have to step over my dead body first!" Zhai Yangtian could no longer hold back his frustration.
The madness displayed by Lin Feng might just be the attitude that Huo Feng should embody, the fierce brilliance that fire ought to possess. Jing Zhu, Bai Chen, and Duan San were all poised, their momentum like a raging tide, ready to fight to the last breath. Such a touching bond among fellow disciples! I was almost moved to tears.
If you seek death, then I shall grant it to you! Zhai Yangtian, you were never my match before, and you are not now either. As long as I do not break through to the second layer, I will always be the number one of the Yang Yi Layer.
Tian Guanyun spoke in a strange tone, then disdainfully launched an attack. In his hand was a broad weapon that appeared plain but was as formidable as mountains and rivers. Dong Feng's stance was steady and flawless, yet it lacked a sharp and aggressive aura.
At the same time, Wei Mu, the Tian Jiao of the second layer, wore a cold expression. He wielded a long and slender green weapon that resembled a sword. His figure flickered, leaving behind a powerful aura of Ling Qi in his wake. Mu Feng's attacks were continuous and complex, but his defense was somewhat weak.
Zhai Yangtian and his three companions held their breath and focused their minds, unleashing their strongest momentum like four raging fires surging towards the two who charged forward along with the thousands of disciples behind them. Just as the two sides were about to collide, two fierce auras suddenly erupted like an ocean in turmoil.
The heavens trembled and shook Huo Feng! In an instant, two figures moved at an incomprehensible speed, appearing between both sides. One graceful figure had three thousand strands of hair flowing beautifully; with a wave of her hand, she released flames that burned everything in sight.
Boom! Tian Guanyun's mountain-like presence collided with Yu Ziling's fire. A terrifying shockwave surged outward. The explosive force sent disciples from both sides flying backward in their charging states.
Meanwhile, Lin Feng charged out like a hurricane, fierce and unstoppable; mountains crumbled before him as he unleashed an astonishing momentum that left everyone in shock and disbelief!
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