The first one to react was Mr. Tantai, who was sitting at the back!

The old man sprang up in an instant, blocking Chu Mo with an unimaginable speed.

Following closely were Mr. Weichi and the nameless old eunuch.

Human nature, which is often hidden, only reveals itself during the most dangerous moments, showing who shines the most amidst danger.

"Danger, step back!" Mr. Tantai pulled Chu Mo behind him and cried out loudly. At the same time, he warned Mr. Weichi and the nameless old eunuch: "Protect Young Master Chu!"

Mr. Tantai, his face solemn, had a quaint long sword appearing in his hand, ready to block the terrifying sword energy.

With his current realm, he understood how difficult it would be to block this sword energy. But in such a critical moment, if he didn't act, who else could resist?

He is the guardian of Great Xia!

What he guards is not just the emperor alone!

In this moment, Mr. Tantai had even forgotten about the existence of Chu Mo's master.

Bang!

A loud noise suddenly erupted from the sky.

For some reason, the sword energy released by the opponent exploded midway, transforming into waves of energy that spread out in all directions. Below, one could clearly see the violent surges of these invisible waves in the void.

Simultaneously, a voice echoed from afar: "Friend, well played! No wonder you dare defy the world, slaughtering my hall's powerful warriors. However, today will undoubtedly be your demise!"

With this voice, another figure appeared from the distance, speeding towards them.

The figure was even faster than the one who released the sword energy previously!

Releasing energy later but arriving sooner, the figure almost instantly appeared above Piaomiao Palace's Imperial Academy.

A large number of imperial guards immediately protected the emperor and others in the second-floor hall. Many guards, too, aimed their bows at the figure in the sky, showing extreme caution.

For today's Academy inauguration ceremony, the emperor had also made extensive preparations.

Therefore, while other princes and dignitaries were somewhat flustered, the emperor remained calm. Despite some tension, he had more faith in Chu Mo's master!

He had no other choice but to believe!

Due to various reasons, unbeknownst to them, the royal family had now tied their fate with Chu Mo.

Even till now, there was no turning back.

Therefore, faced with this sudden situation, the Emperor coldly said: "There is no need to panic! I am here!"

"Wait... you will all have no cause for panic soon." The figure slowly descending from the sky indifferently said: "All of you present today will accompany the deaths of those from Azure Dragon Hall! And your nation will be utterly destroyed because of this matter!"

This figure slowly descended and stopped in mid-air, about ten yards from the ground. He looked indifferently at Chu Mo, who was being protected in the middle by Mr. Tantai, Mr. Weichi, and the nameless old eunuch, and said lightly: "Bastard, I will not grant you an easy death!"

Chu Mo, who was protected in the center by the three men, smiled slightly upon seeing the newcomer: "So you are the Hall Master of Azure Dragon Hall? The rumored hermit? Do you think it's not beneath you to deal with me, an unknown pawn, personally?"

"To kill you alone would be a disgrace, but destroying your entire nation... It's not a disgrace for me to make a personal move!" While speaking, his eyes glanced at the void and he coldly said: "To the one who hides his head and reveals his tail, isn't it time to show yourself?"

Chu Mo studied this person carefully. He was an elderly man nearing his seventies, with neatly combed silver hair and a wooden hairpin in his bun. He wore a gray robe and his face was rosy, making him look very elegant.

Only in his eyes was there a strong killing intent.

At that moment, another massive group of people suddenly appeared in the distant sky, all levitating in the air!

Understanding Heart Realm!

A large group of powerful individuals from the Understanding Heart Realm descended upon the Capital!

At this time, a woman descended from the sky. She looked to be in her forties, with an attractive figure and beautiful features. Dressed in a long blue skirt, she looked incredibly noble.

Behind this woman, another massive group of people levitated in the air. At a rough count, there were around forty or fifty people!

The woman also descended about ten or so feet above the ground, forming an opposite angle with the elder dressed in a grey robe, each occupying a different position.

The Master of the Azure Dragon Hall!

The Chairman of the Vermilion Bird Association!

No one could have imagined that two such influential figures would actually appear in the mundane Capital.

Moreover, their main goal... was to kill a youth from the mundane world.

"You are Chu Mo? Where is your master? Tell him to roll out!" There was a murderous aura in the woman's eyebrows: "Just now, he blocked a sword attack for me, but now he seems to be afraid to show his face?"

All the ordinary citizens who came to watch were scared silly.

The Master of the Azure Dragon Hall and the Chairman of the Vermilion Bird Association, as well as those people who flew behind them, emitted a powerful aura that choked these ordinary citizens.

The emperor and several princes and ministers on the upper levels of the palace fell silent.

Behind the calm face of the Emperor was a bitter smile of helplessness: "Chu Mo... I hope your Master won't disappoint me!"

Xu Zhongliang, Fang Mingtong, and Xia Jing looked at each other.

Xia Jing suddenly bowed to Xu Zhongliang and Fang Mingtong: "I have many past offenses against both of you, I hope you won't hold it against me."

Fang Mingtong laughed heartily: "Prince, why say such things? We are all men of Great Xia! If Great Xia lives... we live; if Great Xia dies, we will all die together! What's this about offending or not offending? I, Old Fang, don't care about such things!"

Xu Zhongliang faintly smiled: "I once came across a small insect, resembling an ant and as small as a rice grain. Bit by one, and you would die within the time it takes for an incense stick to burn! There are countless ants in this world, but not every ant... can be casually crushed."

Fang Mingtong burst into laughter: "Scholars sure talk in circles! Just say directly, this group of big bullies may not be as scary as they seem. We, who in their eyes are just ants, might not be defenseless, right?"

Xu Zhongliang smiled slightly: "You old soldier, still so fiery despite your age."

Fang Mingtong laughed out loud: "Damn, if I wasn't fiery, wouldn't all the soldiers in the world become cowards? Boys, hear that? Minister Xu is asking if you still have your fire?"

"Kill!"

From all directions, a deafening roar echoed!

Tens of thousands of people shouted in unison. Although ordinary, their bravery could shake the heavens.

At least, with the roar of tens of thousands of soldiers, those civilians who were trembling with fear felt a warmth in their chests and their courage returned somewhat.

There was no expression on the face of the Master of the Azure Dragon Hall.

The eyebrow of the Chairman of the Vermilion Bird Association slightly raised, followed by a cold sneer: "That old man mentioned the Black Heart Ant, which is a first-order Primordial Beast. To you common folks, it indeed causes death with a single bite. But for us, it is just a insignificant creature that can be easily crushed. It's insignificant!"

The woman said this and looked at the Master of the Azure Dragon Hall: "Chu Mo, is mine!"

The Master of the Azure Dragon Hall, not even a brow moved, and said expressionlessly: "Beat it!" (to be continued. If you like this piece, you are welcome to vote for it on qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)

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