"Yan'er! Yan'er!"

Ling Feng called out a few times, his heart suddenly tightened: Could Tuoba Yan have encountered an unexpected situation?

A hint of anxiety flashed in Ling Feng's eyes. Judging from the battle traces at the scene, the fight hadn't lasted long, and it was clear that the opponent's strength was far beyond Tuoba Yan's, so she was subdued in an instant.

Perhaps, knowing she was no match, Tuoba Yan fled the scene as soon as the fight started.

But no matter what, someone must have attacked Tuoba Yan!

Ling Feng clenched his fists, his robe fluttering without wind, filled with a sharp killing intent.

He was furious!

Numerous thoughts flashed through Ling Feng's mind instantly. Since his arrival on Tianhuan Island, he had first killed Jian Chen from the Second Elder's faction, perhaps Tuoba Yan was taken as a hostage due to his actions.

Additionally, Murong Huang from the Deserted City seemed to harbor deep hatred for him and was also aware of Tuoba Yan's existence, making it highly possible that he acted against her.

Aside from these two, Ling Feng couldn't think of any other enemies he had on Tianhuan Island.

At this moment, a graceful and elegant figure entered from outside the door, a purple shadow flashed by, and a peerless beauty, standing gracefully, stood ten steps away from Ling Feng, smiling warmly, "Congratulations to Young Master Ling for obtaining the opportunity to advance to the Late Stage of the Divine Origin Realm."

"Murong Zining?"

Ling Feng's pupils shrank as he coldly stared at this woman, hatingly saying, "Did you capture her?"

"Young Master misunderstood." Murong Zining chuckled softly, "Miss Tuoba was not taken by me, but was merely invited as a guest. You must know, in this Tianhuan Island where fish and dragons mingle, and you have killed the descendant of the Second Elder's faction, it would be surprising if the Second Elder didn't seek revenge."

"In fact, if not for my intervention, your dear confidante might have already met with a mishap."

"Are you implying that the people from the Second Elder's faction acted, and you saved Yan'er?"

Ling Feng's gaze on Murong Zining softened slightly, as he spoke in a deep voice, "Then why not let Yan'er appear?"

Murong Zining's lips curled in a faint smile, "As I said before, it's not safe here, and not knowing when you'll return, I could only invite Miss Tuoba to stay at my residence as a guest."

"Well, thank you indeed!"

Ling Feng's voice carried a trace of coldness.

Perhaps Murong Zining truly saved Tuoba Yan from the Second Elder's hands, but this woman definitely had no good intentions!

Holding Tuoba Yan under control was no more than a means to control me!

Moreover, by Murong Zining's side, there's also the Murong Huang who hates me to the core!

Tuoba Yan's situation is evidently not very good.

"Young Master is too kind."

Murong Zining smiled softly, "I have said before, I hope to be friends with you. You know, I've been seeking out a genius with exceptional Soul Talent like you to explore the Miracle Sea together. And you, Young Master, are my ideal choice. If you are willing to help, I'd be most grateful."

"Hahaha!"

Ling Feng laughed loudly, "Even if Lady Murong hadn't mentioned it, I still wish to venture into the Miracle Sea to explore. Now that I've returned, please let Lady Murong return Yan'er. I thank you in advance for your assistance."

"No need to rush, Young Master."

Murong Zining smiled slightly, "As I said, it's not safe here. Why not join me in returning to the Deserted City, where it's safer."

Accompany her to the Deserted City?

Ling Feng sneered, wasn't that simply walking into the lion's den?

"Lady Murong, whatever your conditions are, just state them directly, no need to beat around the bush."

Ling Feng's voice turned even colder.

Murong Zining's lips curled into a smile, "Young Master Ling, you're indeed a smart person. Fine, I won't hide it then; I've heard that when you were climbing the Soul Stairs, you obtained a Soul Refining Secret Technique? "

Indeed!

Ling Feng snorted lightly in his heart; this woman surely had no good intentions!

"The Secret Technique was a gift from the Queen. If you want it, you can seek out Queen Huanxin!"

Ling Feng's gaze turned cold; it seemed there was no point in continuing the conversation.

If you won't release Tuoba Yan, fine, I'll just abduct you first!

Seeing Ling Feng's attitude, Murong Zining also dropped her friendly façade, coldly saying, "Ling Feng, you truly don't know how to appreciate kindness! It's one thing if you didn't respect me, but you've repeatedly embarrassed me. I've been gracious enough not to hold it against you. However, during the test with Queen Huanxin, you greatly humiliated Murong Huang."

"They say, when hitting a dog, one must consider its owner. Even if Murong Huang is just a dog of the Deserted City, you must understand that behind him stands the Deserted City itself. Do you realize who you're opposing?"

By the end, Murong Zining's voice was clearly more aggressive.

She valued Ling Feng's talent and hoped he could help her, but Ling Feng repeatedly disrespected the Deserted City.

This had started to wear on Murong Zining's patience.

Although she wanted Ling Feng's aid, she also knew he was unruly and hard to control. Thus, she believed controlling Tuoba Yan was the best way to hold sway over him.

Moreover, Murong Zining was equally determined to obtain the Ancient Soul Refining Method.

"Even if opposing the Deserted City, so what?"

Ling Feng sneered, gazing at Murong Zining intently, saying, "Murong Zining, I advise you not to do anything stupid!"

"Ling Feng, I've known you were stubborn from the start! Fine, I'll give you one more opportunity!"

Taking a deep breath, Murong Zining said in a cold voice, "Tomorrow at noon, do you dare to duel at the West City gate? If you win, you can proceed to the Miracle Sea, and I will return Tuoba Yan to you!"

"If you lose, I won't harm that woman, but you must hand over the Soul Refining Secret Technique, and when we venture into the Miracle Sea, you must obey my orders!"

Pausing momentarily, Murong Zining continued, "Of course, you can refuse. However, I can't guarantee that the delicate beauty will remain unharmed. Murong Huang seems very interested in her too."

"How dare you!"

Ling Feng's eyes narrowed, reaching out his hand towards Murong Zining's neck.

A purple light flashed, and Murong Zining's figure flew backward, laughing, "Ling Feng, I will await your presence at noon tomorrow!"

In the next moment, the purple light vanished, and Murong Zining disappeared into the sky. She was indeed remarkable, being the youngest Half-step Human Emperor in the Tianlan Sea Domain!

Yet so despicable! Might as well change her name to Murong Scum!

Ling Feng cursed internally, his eyes blazing with fury.

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