"What... what have you done?" The seventh son of the Li family stared at Gu Sheng in horror, the silver spear in his hand trembling uncontrollably.

Gu Sheng didn't answer him but silently raised the golden book in his hand. Under the illumination of the moonlight, the golden book emitted a dazzling radiance, seemingly containing infinite power.

"No... don't kill me!" The seventh son of the Li family backed away in terror, but it was already too late. Gu Sheng swung the golden book, and the silver spear broke instantly. Immediately afterward, the seventh son of the Li family's left leg was neatly severed.

"Ah—" A harrowing scream echoed through the night sky, chilling to the core. But Gu Sheng showed not a shred of mercy—he knew this was justice for the seventh son of the Li family. He swung the golden book once more, severing both of the seventh son's arms.

"Speak! How did Tingting's parents die?" Gu Sheng gazed coldly at the seventh son of the Li family sprawled on the ground.

At that moment, he resembled a Shura returned from hell—terrifying and majestic. Faced with Gu Sheng's interrogation and overwhelming pressure, the seventh son of the Li family finally broke down.

He wept bitterly as he confessed all the evil deeds he had committed and revealed the truth behind the deaths of Tingting's parents.

It turned out that, to seize Tingting's family heirloom, they cruelly murdered her parents and abducted Tingting, intending to sell her to the Smoke and Mist Cave Heaven for greater profit. Hearing this, a glint of cold light flashed in Gu Sheng's eyes—he never imagined the seventh son of the Li family to be so depraved!

"You beast!" Gu Sheng roared in fury, stomping on the seventh son of the Li family's face. "Did you think money and power would let you do as you please? You're wrong! Today, I'll make you understand what it means for evil to reap its reward!"

With those words, he raised the golden book, preparing to strike down on the seventh son's head! Just then, a figure suddenly descended from the sky, intercepting Gu Sheng's attack!

"Stop!" The newcomer shouted. "He's already received his punishment—spare his life!" Gu Sheng fixed his gaze and saw that it was Old Jiang and young Tingting who had arrived! Seeing the pathetic state of the seventh son of the Li family, they were both pale with fright!

"Please, young hero Gu, spare him!" Old Jiang pleaded. "He's already been made like this—let it be!" Tingting clung tightly to Gu Sheng's leg, weeping, "Big brother, don't kill him, okay?"

Looking at Tingting's pitiful expression, the fury in Gu Sheng's heart slowly subsided. He took a deep breath and put away the golden book.

"Thank you, young hero Gu, for your mercy!" Old Jiang expressed his gratitude. "From now on, my granddaughter and I will forever remember your great kindness!"

Gu Sheng didn't look back; he simply waved his hand, signaling them not to be overly formal.

Night deepened, and stars shimmered like gemstones scattered across the endless black curtain of the sky. Amidst this tranquil night, a thrilling confrontation unfolded in one corner of Breeze Town.

"Speak! How did Tingting's parents actually die?" Gu Sheng's voice was icy and unwavering, like a sharp blade piercing the seventh son of the Li family's very soul.

The seventh son of the Li family sat slumped on the ground, his complexion pale, his eyes filled with deep fear. Under Gu Sheng's immense aura of oppression, he finally broke down, his face contorted as he confessed everything.

"I... I admit it... it was me who killed Tingting's parents to seize their family heirloom..."

Upon learning the truth, a cold glint flickered in Gu Sheng's eyes. He felt no pity and directly abolished the seventh son of the Li family's cultivation, ensuring he'd never be able to commit further atrocities.

After dealing with the seventh son of the Li family, Gu Sheng unintentionally obtained a piece of "Source." It was a mysterious and precious resource for cultivation, containing immense power. Gu Sheng did not rush to absorb its power, aware that the current situation was not the best time. Carefully, he stashed the "Source" away and prepared to leave the place rife with conflict.

Just then, the distant cry of a strange beast broke the silence. Gu Sheng lifted his head and saw a group of riders on strange beasts quickly approaching Breeze Town.

"Boom—"

Accompanied by deafening hoofbeats, a group of imposing knights stormed into Breeze Town. They rode various exotic beasts—some resembling fierce tigers, others resembling giant wolves—each exuding an overwhelming aura.

The three leaders were young and handsome, their gazes radiating innate nobility and authority. Clad in magnificent battle armor and wielding dazzling weapons, they looked as though they had descended like Heavenly Gods.

"Is this Breeze Town?" one of them asked loudly, his voice resonant and commanding.

"Yes, my lord," one of the townsfolk replied timidly.

"Have you seen a family with the surname Jiang here?" another continued questioning, his sharp eyes sweeping across the gathered residents.

Gu Sheng's heart stirred—he realized these people might have come for the "Source." He quietly observed them, attempting to discern more from their words and actions.

"Noble gentlemen," Gu Sheng stepped forward and greeted them with a respectful bow, "May I ask what business brings you all here?"

"Who are you?" the leader coldly examined Gu Sheng. "We're searching for a family with the surname Jiang—what does that have to do with you?"

"Oh? Searching for the Jiang family?" Gu Sheng felt a ripple of unease but maintained a calm façade. "May I know what urgent matter these noble gentlemen have with the Jiang family?"

"That's none of your concern!" another interrupted Gu Sheng rudely. "If you know the whereabouts of the Jiang family, speak quickly! Otherwise, don't blame us for being harsh!"

Gu Sheng stiffened internally—these people were clearly no ordinary adversaries. He took a deep breath and slowly said, "Noble gentlemen, please calm down. I do not know the exact location of the Jiang family, but I can help inquire about it for you."

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