The room quieted down, everyone's faces filled with confusion as they looked at Fang Yu.

After Fang Yu's aura faded away, tranquility returned, and all the pressure vanished without a trace.

Fang Yu surveyed them one by one, saying:

"I didn't kill you because I admire you! I see my own reflection in you!"

Reflection?

This statement sounded somewhat perplexing and even slightly awkward.

Like a senior speaking to a junior.

However... who could have known that the Fang Yu standing in front of them was the Dragon Emperor in his past life?

"Once upon a time, my brothers and I lived just like you... entrusting our backs to each other. Sadly, what I got in return was betrayal. Therefore, I can very much relate to your sentiments..."

"You are luckier than I am... Not only have you become cultivators revered by all, but you're also alive and well. I'm different... Most of my brothers have died..." Fang Yu's voice grew more prolonged.

"They didn't die at the hands of enemies... but were killed by their own people. Some were hacked to death, some died in the streets... heh, and some even died of overeating..."

"I was fortunate enough to survive... struggling to find a place for myself in this dog-eat-dog society. Thankfully, my efforts paid off... just as you've investigated—I became the Jiangzhou Iron Fist King, the revered Iron Fist King. After the Fang Family was exterminated, I continued my cultivation, returning to Jiangzhou to slaughter the entire Sun Family, the Zhao Family, and the Jin Family..."

"I can't even remember how many people I've killed..."

"All I know is that a lot of blood was shed, like a river, scentless and faint..."

Upon hearing Fang Yu's words.

These people before him were terrified.

Even though Fang Yu was once just a martial artist, his experiences, the blood on his hands, were all bone-chillingly horrific.

Fang Yu's gaze swept across each of their faces.

He continued, "But I'm different from your Demon Lord Gongsun Ao... The people I killed were not just my enemies... They deserved to die; shouldn't I avenge my brothers? Shouldn't I avenge their families? I always believe in the cycle of karma in this world; that every cause has its effect!"

"The people I killed all deserved it... I can honestly say I have not failed any of my brothers!"

His voice echoed around.

The listeners were lost in thought.

Seeing them deep in reflection, Fang Yu added, "In Gongsun Ao's eyes, you're less than dogs. But to me, it's the complete opposite... If you don't believe me... just look at the Fang Family now, and the Ye Family in Yanjing, the Luli Sect on North Mountain, and the Xu clan of the Northern Desert... Why did they submit to me?"

These words caught everyone off guard.

Indeed.

If he were truly a murderous demon, then why would these people still submit to him?

"I won't force you... You can think about it. If you choose to leave... the Eight Diagrams Flag you took from the Taia Sect, and the Illusion Spirit Dagger with which you failed to assassinate me; will the Taia Sect let you off the hook? And to put it bluntly, whether my Fang Family wants you or not isn't of much importance, to take you in would mean making an enemy of the Taia... I'm not that foolish."

This hit the nail on the head.

What they were worried about was the Taia Sect behind them, wasn't it?

A sect more formidable than the Bai Ze lineage.

If they were to act, even the Five Great Divine Palaces would have to pay attention to their mood.

The leader of the Black Mountain Four Devils asked in confusion, "Are you saying, you have a way to deal with the Taia Sect?"

Fang Yu glanced at him and said faintly, "Of course... I don't have the strength to take on the Taia Sect right now... But, I have my methods of ensuring your safety."

Upon hearing this.

Everyone lifted their heads, looking at Fang Yu full of expectation.

The Black Mountain Four Devils had also crossed paths with Fang Yu twice.

In those encounters, Fang Yu never tried to kill them, and if not for their differing stances, there would have almost been a sense of mutual admiration after the fights.

Having witnessed Fang Yu's strength themselves.

Following him, why worry about a bleak future?

They were convinced that one day, Fang Yu would become the strongest on the continent.

The leader of the Black Mountain Four Devils cupped his hands and said:

"If you can help us resolve the issue with the Taia Sect! We are willing to follow you!"

The other three demons followed suit, offering their salutations with clasped hands.

The thirty-six Xuantian-level experts behind them all bowed at the same time.

"Good..."

Fang Yu, bright-eyed and spirited, declared, "I promise you all... none of my brothers... will ever be treated unfairly! The Fang Family will never play with my brothers' lives. If you follow me, then you are my brothers... Not to mention the Taia Sect, even if the Five Great Divine Palaces and all Seventy-two Sects come forth... I, Fang Yu, will be the first to stand in front of you! Should the sky fall, I will be the one to hold it up!"

These words were impassioned.

They stirred people's souls.

Now that things had come to this.

What more is there to hesitate about?

These words were not just a promise, but also like an oath.

"We are willing to follow Mr. Fang!"

"We are willing to follow Mr. Fang!"

"We are willing to follow Mr. Fang!"

One voice outdid the last.

The sound was earth-shaking.

"Good!"

Fang Yu said the word "good" again; today's gains were beyond expectation, not only did he have a breakthrough in strength, but he also garnered the allegiance of so many experts, "The thirty-six Xuantian, you may keep your titles... As for the Black Mountain Four Demons, that name sounds awkward; since you are skilled in the Four Saint Generals' combat skills, you shall be called the Four Saint Generals, how about that?"

Upon hearing this.

The Black Mountain Four Demons bowed in unison: "We shall follow Mr. Fang's commands!"

"Mmm, that's settled then. The First Saint General Azure Dragon, the Second Saint General Vermilion Bird, the Third Saint General Xuanwu, the Fourth Saint General White Tiger!"

The thirty-six Xuantian behind him congratulated in unison—

"Congratulations to the Four Saint Generals!"

"Congratulations to the Four Saint Generals!"

Fang Yu broke into a smile and said, "You four possess the strength of the Supreme Heavenly Position, but your current power is quite modest... Now bearing injuries, once you have healed, I will assist you in breaking through to the Supreme Heavenly Position as soon as possible."

The four were taken aback and said, "Break through the Supreme Heavenly Position? That seems... unrealistic, doesn't it?"

"In any case... from now on, just unconditionally trust me..." Fang Yu said earnestly.

"We will follow all of Mr. Fang's instructions," said Azure Dragon.

Fang Yu turned to the thirty-six Xuantian behind him and said, "You thirty-six are also not to be underestimated. Take these Eight Diagrams Flags... they're of no use to me, but to other cultivators, they are a deadly arsenal. Someday, I will teach you all a formation that, combined with these Eight Diagrams Flag formation, will be invincible!"

"Thank you, Mr. Fang!"

"Thank you, Mr. Fang!"

Everyone bowed at the same time.

They knew that today's choice would affect their future.

No matter how weak Fang Yu is now... they could see boundless potential in him.

If it all turns out as promised... then even death is nothing to fear.

It's just a pity... Gongsun Ao did not give them the chance to pledge loyalty, but instead chilled their hearts first.

Just as they were preparing to leave—

Near the ruins, the sound of an alarm approached from afar.

"It's police cars!"

"Mr. Fang, we should leave... Cultivators have always avoided conflicts with ordinary people."

However, Fang Yu raised his hand and said, "No need..."

"Hmm?"

"I will contact their superiors... You have been injured and should not mobilize your Inner Essence. Just follow me... and return to the Fang Family openly!"

"Yes!" the crowd voiced unanimously!

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