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The person spoke in an arrogant tone, daring to make such remarks without understanding the situation. Anyone familiar with East City knew that it had to be a relative of Jing Li, the Captain of the Guard from Eastern City Manor. Jing Li had managed to establish himself in East City and was involved in many shady dealings, and this distant relative had contributed significantly to his success.
On this particular day, Zhang Yu was feeling extremely bored while drinking at a tavern when he suddenly received a message from an informant: Dai Sheng Jia had been blown up. He immediately lost his composure; after all, Dai Sheng Jia was crucial to his cultivation. Most of his resources came from Jing Li. While he could care less about Jing Li's fate, Dai Sheng Jia absolutely could not afford to be in trouble.
Before he could clarify the situation, he found himself at the scene. From a distance, he heard Northern Crossing Qing's voice and rushed over. However, upon getting closer, he was left dumbfounded.
The Eight Vice Principals and several Transcendence Cultivators stood there, watching him with amusement. The mocking expressions in their eyes were evident, and the surrounding cultivators couldn't help but burst into laughter.
Zhang Yu wasn't entirely incompetent; he had some talent in cultivation and was even stronger than Wuxuejun, just a step away from reaching the Immortal King realm. But in this situation, he truly didn't know how to handle it!
He shot a fierce glare at Jing Li before approaching Northern Crossing Qing.
"Fellow Daoist, may I ask what caused such a significant conflict with Dai Sheng Jia?"
At that moment, he wore a smile as if the previous comment hadn't come from him at all. However, Northern Crossing Qing didn't even spare him a glance.
"Just wait over there."
Zhang Yu was petrified on the spot, while the surrounding cultivators erupted into laughter. They had seen people get slapped in the face before but never someone who walked up to invite it. Given how things had escalated, it was clear that there would be no easy resolution; why would he step forward now if not to seek trouble? Even if they allowed him to retaliate, he had to consider his own life!
At that moment, Liu Weishou emerged from Dai Sheng Jia, cradling someone in his arms.
"I found them; they're not seriously hurt."
Seeing Liu Weishou appear eased Northern Crossing Qing's mind. Now that they had located the person, everything would be easier to handle. As for Changsun Shuibai's current state, only the young master could resolve it; that no longer mattered as long as the person was safe. He wasn't worried about Changsun Shuibai's life but rather whether any body parts might be missing. However, it seemed that Changsun Shuibai was clever enough to activate his equipment's defenses at the first sign of danger.
"Isn't that Ke the Shopkeeper from Yan Wu Studio? How did he end up being carried out of Dai Sheng Jia?"
"Are you stupid? Isn't it obvious? Dai Sheng Jia has done this kind of thing more than once or twice."
"That's true; it's just that this time they were unlucky enough to get caught red-handed!"
"Yes, but I've never heard of such cultivators at Yan Wu Studio!"
"So what if you haven't heard? Just because you didn't know about those four types of pills before doesn't mean they can't appear at Yan Wu Studio now!"
The surrounding cultivators were buzzing with discussion, and upon hearing this, Zhang Yu felt an overwhelming urge to slap Jing Li on the spot. In Chaos City, as long as you weren't caught, you could get away with anything. But now, trouble had come knocking at their door.
Zhang Yu was also calculating whether he should distance himself from the situation. These people were clearly not easy to deal with. Moreover, he sensed a familiar aura emanating from them.
This was definitely the first time he had encountered these individuals, so why did he feel this way? He just couldn't recall where he had seen them before. This feeling momentarily distracted him from the fact that he was still at the scene, leaving him oblivious to what Northern Crossing Qing and Jing Li were discussing afterward.
It wasn't until a voice called out that he snapped back to reality.
"Yu, you have to stand up for me!" Jing Li exclaimed urgently. "These people came in and turned Dai Sheng Jia into this! Not only did they ruin Dai Sheng Jia, but they also framed me! They brought this person in!"
Many cultivators outside scoffed at Jing Li's words; even Zhang Yu felt his face flush with embarrassment. If it were true that someone framed him, that would be one thing, but Zhang Yu knew for a fact that this was all Jing Li's doing.
The earlier downfall of Yan Wu Studio was entirely his handiwork.
"Enough." Zhang Yu could no longer bear to watch. In this situation, even if he took charge, they wouldn't give him any face.
The cultivators present were all sharp-eyed. They had witnessed the strange occurrences at Yan Wu Studio firsthand. If Dai Sheng Jia was behind it, it would be a death knell for Yan Wu Studio. Several alchemists in the studio had either met with accidents or left. Some cultivators even reported seeing one of the alchemists fighting outside the city.
If Yan Wu Studio were to disappear just like that, no one would bat an eye. However, it was puzzling how Yan Wu Studio managed to make a comeback with such vigor. Given their past grievances, Dai Sheng Jia would never let this go easily.
Jing Li didn't expect Zhang Yu to turn against him at this moment. He realized that this was no act; it seemed that the other party was indeed someone he couldn't provoke.
Although Zhang Yu reprimanded Jing Li, it wasn't realistic for him to simply ignore the situation. Even without any familial ties to them, given the profits he had made over the years in Dai Sheng Jia, he had no choice but to face it head-on.
"My friend," Zhang Yu said, "I am Zhang Yu, leader of Eastern City Manor. Is there some misunderstanding here? Let's sit down and discuss how we can resolve this matter. Some things can't be undone even if you kill him; besides, causing such a ruckus isn't going to help anyone. Don't make it difficult for me."
Zhang Yu believed he had already lowered his stance significantly, yet the person across from him showed no sign of listening.
"Rich Gold, take those people down. Once Shui Ming wakes up, let him decide their fate. Anyone who dares to resist—kill them!"
As Northern Crossing Qing's words fell, not only did Jing Li's expression change, but even Zhang Yu's face turned pale. The onlookers among the Cultivators wore expressions of intrigue, but they all tacitly began to retreat.
They understood that if a fight broke out, their only option would be to flee East City; otherwise, there would be no safety for them at all.
Zhang Yu was furious at this point. After being slapped in the face repeatedly, if he continued to endure it, how could he, as the leader of East City, ever show his face again? Without a second thought, he sent out a message to gather his subordinates and stepped forward to stand beside Jing Li.
"Everyone, report to the Lord's residence immediately."
Now that the mask had been torn off, Zhang Yu felt there was nothing left to fear. Even if they were Transcendence Cultivators, the Lord's residence had ways to deal with them.
At this moment, Northern Crossing Qing began to scrutinize his opponent more closely.
"Are you sure you want to do this?"
His tone remained calm and unruffled, making it impossible for anyone to discern his thoughts.
A shiver ran through Zhang Yu; could it be that the other party had some hidden cards? Before he could ponder further, he heard Northern Crossing Qing speak again.
"Forget it. What you do is none of my business. Just kill them all."
The softness in his words seemed to suggest that he was discussing something quite elegant. Perhaps killing a few people truly meant nothing to this group of Cultivators.
"Young Master, Yan Wu Studio cannot be bullied without consequence. If necessary, we can change locations. But the Cultivators in East City should never think they can buy a single pill from Yan Wu Studio."
At this point, even the gazes of the surrounding Cultivators shifted. Zhang Yu felt like crying. With this declaration, he would find no refuge in East City or even in Chaos City. He knew just how popular the four types of pills from Yan Wu Studio had become recently. The murderous intent reflected in the eyes of those Cultivators around him made it clear that they were ready to kill him.
Of course, these people would not blame Yan Wu Studio; in the end, they had to bear the consequences themselves. The thought of it made him want to leave everything behind.
At that moment, dozens of streaks of light descended from the sky.
"Commander."
It was the Guardians from the city who had rushed over. Zhang Yu glanced at his own forces and then at Northern Crossing Qing and the Nine People, feeling a surge of determination.
"Take all these people back to the Lord's Mansion."
The crowd erupted in an uproar; Zhang Yu was truly daring!
Hearing Zhang Yu's words, Jing Li couldn't help but smile confidently. Once they entered the Lord's Mansion, these people would no longer be able to act recklessly. Although he would have to spend a lot this time, he brushed it off thinking about future matters.
Northern Crossing Qing frowned upon hearing this. It seemed he had talked too much; he should have just killed them directly and captured a few leaders instead.
With the Guardians and Dai Sheng Jia's original personnel, there were already over a hundred people present, but he didn't take them seriously. What were they compared to the Treasure Beasts on Treasure Path?
The Nine Streams Collective wore smiles on their faces; what could be more enjoyable than a good fight?
"Lecherous Liu, keep an eye on Shui Ming. The rest of you follow me into battle."
With that, Northern Crossing Qing summoned his Beast Spear, pointing its tip directly at Zhang Yu.
The crowd stirred, and even the distant Cultivators watching from afar began to show signs of closing in. Zhang Yu knew that these Cultivators were not there to help him but rather to deal with him.
"The Lord's Mansion is conducting business; any idle people must leave immediately, or face execution!!!"
The authority of the Lord's Mansion still held weight. Upon hearing Zhang Yu's words, most of the Cultivators quietly retreated, leaving only a few steadfastly standing their ground.
These individuals are Loose Cultivators, some of whom possess considerable talent. The strong presence of Northern Crossing Qing has given them a glimmer of hope. They came out with only a one in a thousand chance.
"Thank you all. If you need anything in the future, feel free to visit Yan Wu Studio. You don't need to get involved in this matter; it's just a few insignificant pests."
Northern Crossing Qing looked at them, realizing that their assistance was unnecessary, but he had to accept their goodwill for now.
These Cultivators were not impulsive individuals, especially since the people from Yan Wu Studio didn't regard them highly. Thus, they clasped their fists in salute and returned to the crowd.
Zhang Yu wanted to remember these individuals but was suddenly met with a surge of iron-blooded energy rushing toward him.
"Formation!"
At this moment, he finally recognized the familiar feeling he had sensed earlier. Before entering Chaos City, he had been a member of a certain faction and even the captain of a Squad.
The aura emanating from Northern Crossing Qing and his companions triggered his memories. Although there were only eight of them, they exuded the might of hundreds, even thousands.
What did this signify? Someone like him, who had once left a Squad, could understand. Formations have different levels, and the one they were using was clearly of a very high grade—something even major factions might not possess.
These Eight People created an aura that felt like at least a hundred individuals, indicating that they were likely members of a hundred-person Squad. If that were true, then these individuals were not to be trifled with; even East City Chairman Yingjun would think twice before provoking them.
Now, he found himself not only having offended them but having done so gravely. He could already envision his tragic end if anything were to happen. Had he known that Yan Wu Studio had such deep connections, he would never have agreed to Jing Li's actions against them.
However, there was no time for such thoughts now; Northern Crossing Qing was charging forward with the might of their formation.
The distance between them was short; Northern Crossing Qing pointed his spear and encircled everyone within it. His control over power was exceptionally refined. Aside from those being attacked, not an ounce of force leaked out. The nearby observing Cultivators didn’t even have their garments lifted by the wind.
Seeing this scene, all the Cultivators gasped in shock. At this moment, everyone understood that these individuals had mastered the control of Celestial Essence; they were not Transcendence Cultivators but rather adept at manipulating it like true Cultivators. As long as they didn’t provoke their true fire, they could engage in battle for days on end. If they couldn’t kill you outright, they could simply release their Celestial Essence and bring silence to the entire world.
The Nine Flows Generation formation was specially crafted for them by Zuo Dao. It was divided into nine layers from one to nine people; one person could form a formation, and nine could also do so. The more people involved, the greater the power unleashed.
Dealing with a group of Celestial Sovereign level figures, the Eight People formation of Northern Crossing Qing completely suppressed their opponents. The adversaries, wary of provoking them, could only resort to control spells in an attempt to restrain them.
This battle was frustrating not only for those being beaten but also for the spectators. After some thought, they realized there was truly no other way to deal with the Eight People except for mutual destruction, which depended on the opponents' mood.
Controlling Vitality so effectively, would it really be more complicated for them to face a robbery?
Occasionally, flashes of light could be seen as treasures were destroyed; relying solely on their own shields was insufficient to withstand the enemy's attacks, forcing them to sacrifice their artifacts. Yet even defensive treasures crumbled like dirt under Northern Crossing Qing's assault.
One Cultivator summoned Azure Mist, only to have it split in half by a massive blade resembling a door. Another Cultivator activated a disposable artifact, the Yimu Tengshe Rope, but it was struck at its head by Northern Crossing Qing's spear and exploded into pieces.
These disposable artifacts were somewhat better; at most, they would injure a Cultivator's Divine Sense. However, some blood-sacrificed treasures, once destroyed, caused their owners to spew blood uncontrollably.
At this moment, Zhang Yu could only barely protect himself, as at least half of the attacks were directed at him. After all, he was equipped better than anyone else!
He also recognized that the opponents were establishing their authority.
There are many ways to employ formations in battle, and what Northern Crossing Qing was using now was a show of strength. They could eliminate their foes in a short time but chose instead to drag it out until the enemies' Vitality was completely exhausted.
When the bodies of Dai Sheng Jia Jing Li and his companions were lined up before the city lord's mansion, no one doubted Yan Wu Studio's power any longer. Some smaller factions even reined in their ambitions. Didn't they see the City Guard Commander and his men kneeling nearby, having lost their cultivation?
From that day forward, the name "Yan Wu Studio" resounded throughout Chaos City.
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