Enforcer Hall.

Elder Ji sat in the rest room, her brows knitted tightly together.

KNOCK, KNOCK!

A series of knocks sounded.

Elder Ji said angrily, "Didn't I say not to disturb me if it's not important?"

CREAK!

The door opened.

Qin Feiyang walked into the rest room with Ren Wushuang.

Qin Feiyang smiled. "Elder, what's troubling you? Such a fiery temper?"

Elder Ji glanced at them and scolded, "Who are you? How dare you barge into my rest room!"

"Elder, calm down."

Qin Feiyang took out an Appearance-Restoring Pill and tossed it into his mouth.

His appearance instantly transformed.

Elder Ji shot up, staring at Qin Feiyang in joyful surprise.

Qin Feiyang smiled faintly. "Elder, you won't blame me, will you?"

"You rascal!"

Elder Ji came forward and playfully slapped Qin Feiyang on the head, saying angrily, "If you're back, you're back! Why all the cloak-and-dagger? Are you asking for a beating?"

Qin Feiyang grimaced. He genuinely couldn't understand, what was so mysterious about it? It was clearly Elder Ji who had too short a temper. Besides, if he hadn't altered his appearance, he would have probably caused a city-wide uproar by now.

Seeing Qin Feiyang's expression, Elder Ji couldn't help but shake her head and chuckle. She rubbed his head, her eyes moistening.

"The Yan Pan Mountains are extremely dangerous. You must have suffered a great deal on your journey!"

Her voice was also a little hoarse.

Qin Feiyang was deeply touched. He smiled and said, "It's all thanks to my sister's help that I managed to get out of the Yan Pan Mountains alive."

"Your sister?"

The beautiful woman was slightly startled. Only then did she recall the stunningly beautiful woman standing beside him.

She turned her head, looking at Ren Wushuang with suspicion.

"Elder, this is Ren Wushuang. She's the master of the Beast Emperor of the Yan Pan Mountains. The Lion Headed Hawk on her shoulder is the Beast Emperor itself."

"Sister, Hawk, this is the Elder Ji I've often told you about."

Qin Feiyang introduced them with a smile.

Ren Wushuang bowed. "Greetings, Elder Ji. Thank you for looking after Feiyang these past two years."

It seemed she had completely immersed herself in the role of Qin Feiyang's sister. This also proved that she genuinely regarded Qin Feiyang as her younger brother.

"Miss Wushuang, you're too polite. Feiyang is a disciple of the Martial King Palace; looking after him is our duty."

Elder Ji chuckled, then pulled Qin Feiyang aside and said in a low, serious voice, "Alright, rascal, fess up. Where did you abduct this 'sister' of yours from?"

"Abduct?"

Qin Feiyang was dumbfounded. She never fails to say something shocking! Ren Wushuang isn't some three-year-old girl; how could he possibly abduct her? If anyone did any 'abducting,' it would more likely be Ren Wushuang abducting him, right?

"Elder, don't worry. She's completely trustworthy," Qin Feiyang said with a smile.

Actually, he knew Elder Ji was worried about Ren Wushuang's background.

Elder Ji glanced at him doubtfully, then turned and walked to the coffee table. Looking at Ren Wushuang, she smiled. "Wushuang, please sit."

Ren Wushuang nodded and sat by the coffee table.

While making tea, Elder Ji smiled and asked, "Feiyang hasn't caused you any trouble, has he?"

"Actually, I'm the one who has been troubling him," Ren Wushuang replied with a gentle smile.

Elder Ji said, "If I may ask, Miss Wushuang, where are you from? I've been to the Yan Pan Mountains several times, but I don't recall ever seeing you."

Ren Wushuang said with a calm smile, "I've been in secluded cultivation in my Cave Mansion for many years. It's quite normal that Elder hasn't seen me."

This was a battle between two women; Qin Feiyang couldn't interject, nor did he dare to. After all, these were two bona fide War Emperors.

Throughout the conversation, both Elder Ji and Ren Wushuang appeared very amicable. However, Ren Wushuang made no mention of the ruined lands.

"HA HA..."

"You brat! Seeing you back makes this old man want to give you a good thrashing!"

After a moment, a hearty laugh sounded from outside the door.

Yan Nanshan and Elder Wan walked into the rest room, both beaming.

"Greetings, Hall Master."

"Greetings, Elder Wan."

Qin Feiyang hurried forward to pay his respects.

Yan Nanshan sized up Qin Feiyang, clapped him firmly on the shoulder, and nodded. "It's good you're back."

The words were simple, yet they tugged at Qin Feiyang's heartstrings.

Elder Wan asked, "Feiyang, is this your sister?"

Qin Feiyang nodded and introduced Ren Wushuang and the hawk.

"The Beast Emperor!"

Both men stared at the Lion Headed Hawk in astonishment. Who would have thought this little rascal could get connected with the Beast Emperor of the Yan Pan Mountains! The saying 'great fortune follows a narrow escape from death' really is true.

After some small talk, they got down to business.

Qin Feiyang asked, "Hall Master, Elders, has Zuo An made any moves lately?"

Yan Nanshan shook his head. "No. Ever since he used Jiang Zhengyi's identity to infiltrate the Treasure Pavilion, he hasn't shown his face in public."

"What about Lo Qianxue?" Qin Feiyang asked.

"She came to Yan City shortly after the incident," Yan Nanshan said. "She's temporarily staying at the Flying Phoenix Building. Chief Li is looking after her, so her safety isn't an issue. We also haven't told her that the Jiang Zhengyi she knew was Zuo An in disguise."

"Indeed, we can't tell her. She'd break down," Qin Feiyang sighed deeply, then asked, "Any leads on the other War Emperor?"

"None." Yan Nanshan shook his head.

Qin Feiyang said in a low, serious voice, "We can't wait any longer. We must take the initiative. If Zuo An breaks through to become a Nine-Star War Emperor, he'll be even harder to deal with."

"Do you have a plan?" Yan Nanshan looked at him expectantly. In terms of strength, he far surpassed Qin Feiyang, but when it came to strategy, he had to admit he wasn't Qin Feiyang's match.

Qin Feiyang said, "On the way back, I was thinking it over, and I did come up with a plan. But I'll need your cooperation, Hall Master, Elders."

"Let's hear it," Yan Nanshan said.

"We'll beat the grass to startle the snake and make them panic!"

"Once they're in disarray, they'll naturally expose their weaknesses!"

A cold light flickered in Qin Feiyang's eyes.

This time, he would ensure the Blood Slaughter Palace was utterly annihilated! Zuo An would have no chance of ever making a comeback!

"Beat the grass to startle the snake?"

Yan Nanshan and the others exchanged glances, their eyes full of confusion.

Qin Feiyang continued, "First step: I infiltrate Zuo An's cultivation room."

"Absolutely not!"

His words were met with immediate and unanimous opposition.

Zuo An is a major demonic figure; sneaking into his cultivation room is simply a death sentence!

Qin Feiyang smiled. "Anyone else would indeed be courting death, but I'm different. I have the ancient castle. If I hide inside it, he'll never find me."

Ren Wushuang pondered for a moment, then said, "If you insist on going, the Hawk and I will accompany you."

"That would be best, naturally."

Qin Feiyang was overjoyed. With these two backing him up—especially the Hawk, whose aura when it previously erupted was even a notch stronger than Yan Nanshan's—he'd have the means to protect himself even if Zuo An discovered them.

The beautiful woman (Elder Ji) asked, "And the second step?"

"Let's wait until the first step is complete before discussing that."

Qin Feiyang took out an Image Crystal Stone and established a 'contract bridge' with Yan Nanshan. He then looked at Ren Wushuang and smiled, "Sister, do you have an Image Crystal Stone?"

"What do you think?" Ren Wushuang retorted.

Qin Feiyang gave a wry smile. Only after asking did he realize what a stupid question it was. Ren Wushuang was from the state office, after all. She could afford even a Transformation Pill, let alone an Image Crystal Stone.

After Ren Wushuang took out her Image Crystal Stone and they established the contract bridge, Qin Feiyang stood up. Looking at Yan Nanshan, Elder Wan, and Elder Ji, he said, "Wait for my signal."

"Be careful," Yan Nanshan cautioned.

Qin Feiyang nodded, took out a Shape-shifting Pill, transformed into the appearance of a young man, and sent Ren Wushuang into the ancient castle. This devastating beauty... definitely can't bring her along.

Then, Qin Feiyang left the Martial King Palace.

He walked on, stopping here and there, until at noon, he found himself standing before the main entrance of the Flying Phoenix Building.

He hesitated for a moment, but in the end, decided not to go in to find Lo Qianxue. These are critical times; I can't afford any unnecessary complications.

「After a while」

He arrived at the Treasure Pavilion.

"Hmm?"

As soon as he entered the main hall, he spotted two old acquaintances.

It was Lin Hao and Lin Huo!

The two were at a counter, apparently selecting something, while an employee behind the counter was fawningly making recommendations.

Living quite the carefree life, are we? Well, your doomsday is fast approaching. Qin Feiyang sneered inwardly.

Just then, an employee approached, smiled at Qin Feiyang, and asked, "Welcome, Sir. How may I help you?"

Qin Feiyang said, "Take me to the auction hall. I'd like a VIP room."

The employee said apologetically, "I do apologize, Sir, but all our VIP rooms are currently occupied for today."

"Oh?" Qin Feiyang was surprised.

The employee explained, "This afternoon, a Top Grade Vermilion Glazed Pill is up for auction, so the Family Heads of all the major families have already reserved their spots."

Qin Feiyang understood at once.

"Why are you explaining so much to him?"

"One look and you can tell he's just some country bumpkin who's never seen the world."

Two harsh voices suddenly interjected.

Qin Feiyang raised an eyebrow and turned to look at Lin Hao and Lin Huo.

They were indeed the ones who had spoken.

The two of them looked at Qin Feiyang with arrogant disdain.

Qin Feiyang retorted, "And who do you think you are? Does the Treasure Pavilion belong to your family? Or was the Top Grade Vermilion Glazed Pill refined by your family?"

"Well, well!"

"Still daring to talk to us like that?"

Lin Hao and Lin Huo jeered, advancing menacingly towards Qin Feiyang.

The surrounding crowd couldn't help but fold their arms, ready to watch the show.

The employee also hastily retreated to the side.

Qin Feiyang was only three or four meters away from Lin Hao and Lin Huo to begin with.

In just a few steps, the pair were standing before Qin Feiyang.

Lin Hao sneered, "Do you have any idea who we are?"

"I don't know who you are, but I do know that the Top Grade Vermilion Glazed Pill was refined by Qin Feiyang."

"I also heard that someone named Lin Huo had his 'family jewels' kicked in by Qin Feiyang. Was that you?" Qin Feiyang stared at Lin Huo with a teasing smirk.

Lin Huo's face instantly contorted.

He glared at Qin Feiyang with a sinister expression. "Tell me your name! I guarantee I'll have your entire family exterminated!"

"You?" Qin Feiyang looked utterly disdainful.

"Arrogant trash! I'll kill you first!"

Lin Huo roared in fury, killing intent surging in his eyes as he lashed out with a palm strike at Qin Feiyang.

A Two-star Martial Ancestor?

Qin Feiyang shook his head. Lin Huo had already broken through to Two-star Martial Ancestor back at Yiyi and the Eldest Prince's wedding. So much time has passed, and he's still at the same level? His aptitude is truly appallingly bad.

Actually, Lin Huo's aptitude was quite good. Compared to his peers in Yan City, he could definitely be considered outstanding.

However, Qin Feiyang's cultivation progress was so astonishingly fast that, in comparison, Lin Huo truly seemed like a dullard.

Qin Feiyang lifted his arm and casually waved it.

SLAP!

He easily batted Lin Huo's arm aside. Lin Huo staggered, almost sent flying by the impact.

Qin Feiyang said nonchalantly, "With such meager strength, don't bother showing it off and embarrassing yourself."

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