"But Mihos is indeed injured. Regardless of whether Lin Qi has reached the Middle Stage of the Bone Forging Realm or not, he already possesses such strength," the Golden-Furred Gorilla said. "He's so young yet holds such prowess at the Middle Stage of the Bone Forging Realm. The Human Race over there will surely protect him at any cost. Now, if we want to take over Red Moon Town, it's going to be difficult."

The Initial Stage of the Bone Forging Realm, while important to all races, doesn't represent a master worth much attention.

However, once someone ascends to the Middle Stage of the Bone Forging Realm, it's different. Even among stronger races, such individuals can become elders within their race. They become figures of significance, no longer unimportant.

"It's merely an ascension to the Middle Stage of the Bone Forging Realm," the elegant lady sneered dismissively. "Monsters are rampant these days, and the cleanup work on the front lines is becoming increasingly challenging. It's only a matter of time before those of us in the Bone Forging Realm are summoned to the front lines to tackle these monsters. Whether his meager strength can ensure his survival at that time is uncertain."

"He is indeed a minor matter," replied the Golden-Furred Gorilla with a laugh. "This time, the City Lord has already issued a summoning order, gathering us high-tier Bone Forging Martial Artists to take action and prepare to hunt down that Earth Dragon. We are to handle the high-level lords that stand guard nearby, which isn't an easy task. Currently, the Human Race has only two high-tier Bone Forging experts; one guards the front line's key town, and one elder has to act with us this time. If that elder dies, the Human Race will be completely finished."

A race's ability to thrive in the city entirely depends on its top-level strength. The Human Race has already lost a top-level Bone Forging master. Now it's supported by two high-tier Bone Forging experts. If they lose one more, the race will completely fall into the ranks of the weak.

Then, forget about the outlying towns; even the residential areas in the city center will be hard to preserve.

Chasing Light City, outskirts, White Feather Shop.

"None of them returned?" Isaac listened to his subordinate's report, and his face grew exceedingly grim.

The losses this time were too great!

Not only had he lost a large number of Martial Artist subordinates he had painstakingly cultivated, but even the treasures he took from Red Moon Mountain were now seized by the Black Obsidian Martial Arts Hall.

Now, his plans to gradually expand in Chasing Light City were unattainable.

"Gang Leader, perhaps we should quickly flee," suggested an elder. "It's obvious this is a direct attack from the Black Obsidian Martial Arts Hall. If we don't escape, we might not be able to save our lives."

The entire stronghold was wiped out, not leaving a single survivor. With such ruthless methods, no one would believe Black Obsidian wasn't targeting them.

They were merely Refining Organ Realm Martial Artists; if a Bone Forging expert targeted them, even staying in the city wouldn't be safe.

"Flee?" Isaac's face turned livid, hesitating momentarily.

He had worked hard over the years to establish roots in Chasing Light City. To leave now and start over in another city would take an unimaginable amount of time.

But if he didn't flee, being hunted by a Middle Stage Bone Forging Martial Artist would truly be a dead-end.

"No! I still have a chance!" Isaac gritted his teeth. "Since Lin Qi won't let me live, don't blame me for being ruthless!"

"Gang Leader, he defeated Mihos—a Middle Stage Bone Forging expert," said a White Feather Gang elder, looking at Isaac's borderline mad expression with some fear.

Facing a Middle Stage Bone Forging expert, they would be lucky just to flee. To provoke him actively would surely mean no chance of survival.

"Black Obsidian Martial Arts Hall only has Lin Qi as their formidable figure. As long as Lin Qi disappears, the whole Black Obsidian Martial Arts Hall will collapse," Isaac retorted with a cold laugh. "I might not be able to deal with him, but there's someone who can, and once he's dead, I'll have the opportunity to reestablish myself in Chasing Light City."

"Gang Leader, are you planning to..." The White Feather Gang elder immediately understood something, looking uneasy.

"The Red Moon Commerce was willing to offer five thousand Energy Crystal Stones for that Body Strengthening Secret Technique. I don't believe five thousand Energy Crystal Stones can't buy his life!" Isaac's eyes gleamed with madness, prepared for one final gamble.

What he accumulated from Red Moon Mountain was now all placed in the stronghold. To wrest it from Black Obsidian Martial Arts Hall was obviously impossible, but if Lin Qi, the Hall Master, were to die, he'd still have a chance to reclaim it. Even if he could retrieve only a portion, he could make a comeback.

Chasing Light City, an underground bar in the city center.

Although the sun had just risen in the sky, the bar was already bustling, and everyone inside had at least the strength of a prospective martial artist. These individuals were either engaged in discussions or gathered around the large screens in the hall, watching the fights and battles displayed, occasionally placing bets.

Isaac entered the bar, well used to its scene, and headed directly to the largest private room.

The two high-tier Martial Artists guarding the room glanced at the Red Moon Badge on Isaac, confirmed it was correct, and opened the door, allowing him to enter.

Inside the private room, there was no luxurious décor, only a sofa and a holographic projection of a red moon.

"I want to discuss a business deal," Isaac sat on the sofa, directly addressing the holographic red moon. "Does your offer for purchasing that Body Strengthening Secret Technique still stand?"

With Isaac's words, the holographic red moon soon replied with a mechanical voice: "Our Red Moon Commerce always conducts fair trade. Once we set a price, it never changes, so you can rest assured, Isaac Gang Leader."

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