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Then I'll trouble A Yang to help me extract the Qilin Blood."
Nie Feng's attitude was resolute; when he realized he might harm Ming Yue, he decided to abandon this power.
"The power of the Mad Blood can easily make you surpass Xiongba."
Chu Yang reminded him again.
"I understand, but I don't want it. I almost killed Ming Yue just now. I hate this power."
Nie Feng replied with certainty.
Chu Yang nodded. Being emotional was Nie Feng's strength and also his weakness; his choices were never rational.
Having consumed all of the Kirins' blood, Chu Yang could sense the Mad Blood within Nie Feng, and with just a thought, he could activate it.
As the Qilin Blood was activated, Nie Feng appeared to be in great pain.
It felt as if Chu Yang was forcibly tearing a vital organ from his body without anesthesia.
Nie Feng's hair turned from black to white, and his skin became shriveled, as if he had transformed into an old man in his twilight years.
This was the state of losing a large amount of vitality in a short period.
Chu Yang then replenished Nie Feng's body with pure vitality, and his skin immediately returned to normal, though his white hair remained unchanged.
Ming Yue watched Nie Feng anxiously, biting her lip.
A moment later.
The Qilin Blood within Nie Feng was completely purged, and he looked as if he had suffered a severe illness, utterly weak.
He managed to thank Chu Yang, then collapsed to the ground. Seeing this, Ming Yue rushed forward to support him.
"The Mad Blood is gone. Tell me what has happened recently."
Chu Yang had stayed in Lingyun Cave for a long time and didn't know how much had happened in the outside world.
Nie Feng recounted the process of Bu Jingyun and Tian Xia Hui (Under Heaven Society) turning against each other with a gloomy expression, blaming himself for not listening to Chu Yang, which led to Kong Ci's death during their struggle.
To this, Chu Yang could only sigh, "It is fate."
"I didn't expect Master… Xiongba to be so ruthless. If Senior Brother Yun returns, I will definitely kill that old scoundrel with him!"
Nie Feng clenched his fists in anger.
"If Bu Jingyun returns, he might even kill you. He hates Xiongba, but doesn't he hate you too?"
"I told you long ago not to speculate about a girl's affection with your own thoughts."
Chu Yang said indifferently.
Nie Feng gave a bitter smile, falling into self-reproach.
"Feng, let's go. Let's find a secluded place to live in reclusion."
Ming Yue earnestly persuaded Nie Feng to leave; she truly didn't want to get involved in any more trouble.
"With Wu Shuang City fallen, Tian Xia Hui (Under Heaven Society) is undoubtedly the largest gang, with its influence spread across the land. If Xiongba wants to find us, there's nowhere to hide…"
"Even a divine man like Mud Bodhisattva couldn't escape."
Nie Feng's meaning was clear: unless they cooperated with Bu Jingyun to kill Xiongba, he and Ming Yue would not be able to escape the pursuit of Tian Xia Hui (Under Heaven Society).
Ming Yue was about to say more when Chu Yang suddenly reached out to stop her, saying, "On this point, Nie Feng and I are in agreement. If Xiongba doesn't die, you two won't have a peaceful life."
"Leave Xiongba to me. However, once this matter is settled, the life-saving grace between us will be cleared."
Chu Yang's words sounded like he was drawing a clear line with Ming Yue, which made her feel very uncomfortable, and she nodded silently.
Nie Feng sighed, feeling some regret in his heart. In his opinion, Chu Yang was a very loyal friend, and if he hadn't ignored the advice, things might not have escalated to this point.
"Then when do you plan to act?"
"In a few days, when Sword Saint arrives, we'll act together."
"You want to fight Xiongba and Sword Saint at the same time? A Yang, I know your martial arts are excellent, but doing so is still overestimating yourself."
"Sword Saint's fate is sealed; he can only barely unleash his last sword. I want to see his final sword."
Understanding Chu Yang's intention, Nie Feng and Ming Yue no longer tried to persuade him and prepared to leave Tian Xia Hui (Under Heaven Society).
Before they left, Chu Yang handed Snow Drink Blade and the compiled Six Arts of Arrogant Cold to Nie Feng, "These are things I found in Lingyun Cave. They are your Nie family's saber techniques and weapon."
Nie Feng solemnly took the two items, tears flickering in his eyes. That year, he had personally watched his father being carried into Lingyun Cave by the Kirins.
Now seeing these, he could largely confirm his father's fate.
"No words can express my gratitude for such a great kindness. I hope there will be an opportunity to repay you in the future."
Nie Feng clasped his hands, his eyes firm.
Having given what needed to be given, Chu Yang left before them, his figure disappearing into the night.
Nie Feng held Ming Yue's hand and left Tian Xia Hui (Under Heaven Society) without taking anything from the Wind God Hall, not looking back.
A few more days passed.
The Sword Saint of Wu Shuang City suddenly appeared in Tian Xia Hui (Under Heaven Society), declaring that he would fight Xiongba to the death seven days later.
Without Duan Lang reporting, other disciples would naturally ask him to come out and uphold justice for Wu Shuang City.
The arrogant Xiongba naturally accepted the challenge.
Sword Saint left satisfied.
For a time, the decisive battle between the two sides shocked the entire martial arts world, and the whole world watched this duel.
When Sword Saint left, Chu Yang followed closely behind him.
He knew Sword Saint was going to find Nameless.
Not long after, Nameless's disciple Jian Chen appeared, and the two began to fight. Chu Yang hid in the distance, observing their swordplay.
Sword Saint had not yet comprehended Sacred Spirit Swordplay's Sword Twenty-Three. His Sword One to Sword Twenty-Two were cleanly broken by Jian Chen using one of Mo Ming Swordplay's forms, [Unrenowned].
This move was Nameless's insight from years of battling Sword Saint, all passed on to Jian Chen, and it did not mean Jian Chen's strength was superior to Sword Saint's.
Both sets of swordplay were good, but Chu Yang still wanted to see Sword Twenty-Three, and also Nameless's Ten Thousand Swords Return to Origin.
After his defeat, Sword Saint laughed heartily, extremely unrestrained. Even though he lost completely, he did not vent his anger on Jian Chen.
The two could be considered to have become acquainted through battle. Jian Chen then took Sword Saint to meet his master, Nameless.
Chu Yang naturally followed behind them.
Dusk was falling.
The two entered a small courtyard.
Chu Yang heard the sound of an erhu from afar, its melody sorrowful and poignant, moving listeners to tears.
After confirming Nameless's residence, Chu Yang was about to leave when a Vicissitudes voice suddenly came to his ear.
"Young friend, since you've come, why not come into the courtyard and sit for a while, allowing me to fulfill my duty as host?"
Chu Yang had been careful enough, using magic and Ninjutsu to conceal his tracks. Most masters would not have been able to detect his presence.
Yet, Nameless still discovered him.
One could only say that the Heavenly Sword realm was truly terrifyingly powerful.
If not for the power suppression of the world level, these people might really be able to contend with the captains in Soul Society.
Chu Yang simply stopped hiding and walked out from the darkness into the small courtyard with a calm demeanor.
In the courtyard, Nameless had set up a table with wine and dishes, sitting opposite Sword Saint, while his disciple Jian Chen stood guard nearby, holding Hero Sword.
The two looked at Chu Yang in surprise.
Nameless smiled and said, "This person was indeed following the two of you."
Sword Saint's expression darkened. He hadn't noticed someone following him, which was impossible given his martial arts cultivation.
When he looked at Chu Yang again, he noticed that the other party looked very young, even a few years younger than Jian Chen beside him.
Sword Saint was stunned for a moment, muttering, "Truly, the younger generation is formidable."
Jian Chen was not as calm as Sword Saint. In his opinion, Chu Yang was definitely not a good person, so he asked in a deep voice, "Who are you, sir? Why are you acting so suspiciously?"
Chu Yang rolled his Byakugan. Could a bad person tell you exactly what they were doing?
Seeing that the scoundrel in front of him ignored him, Jian Chen couldn't help but feel a surge of anger. Holding Hero Sword, he leaped forward to stand before Chu Yang.
His first move was the Mo Ming Swordplay he had just fought Sword Saint with.
After using Observation Haki to predict Jian Chen's movements, Chu Yang circulated Dragon Elephant Prajna Palm, using the power of twenty dragon elephants to flick his finger.
His fingertip collided with the tip of Hero Sword, and an unparalleled force erupted instantly.
Jian Chen flew straight backward, and the Hero Sword in his hand continuously emitted sword cries, which, at first listen, sounded like a person's desperate screams in a crisis.
Nameless and Sword Saint's eyes simultaneously showed a grave expression.
Hero Sword was not some cheap junk found on the streets, but a divine weapon crafted by "Grand Swordmaster," the founder of the Sword Sect, a thousand years ago.
The divine weapon had a spirit, and its mournful cry at this moment seemed to indicate it was suffering unbearable pain.
This was something no ordinary master could achieve.
"Jian Chen, come back!"
Nameless, who had originally intended for Jian Chen to test Chu Yang's strength, suddenly became anxious.
Jian Chen was, after all, a young man. Being sent flying by Chu Yang's single blow made him lose face somewhat, and anger flared in his heart. Disregarding his master's command, he delivered another sword strike.
Chu Yang had no intention of falling out with Nameless, so he held back his strength, directly using Dragon Capturing Hand to pull Hero Sword from Jian Chen's grasp.
Jian Chen, deprived of Hero Sword, was both shocked and enraged, and even more afraid of his master's reprimand.
"What a move!"
Sword Saint couldn't help but exclaim loudly.
"Indeed, it is exquisite."
Nameless nodded in praise with a smile.
Jian Chen's face darkened even further, not daring to utter a single sound.