"Dead... dead?"

The two powerful figures from the Chen Family following behind widened their eyes in disbelief.

The man in black had a strength at least at the level of Qi Blood Second Transformation, yet he died so easily.

"Could that person be a Martial Artist of the Bone Marrow Refining Realm?"

The elder from the Chen Family swallowed and murmured incredulously.

Among Martial Artists of the Qi Blood Realm, the strength gap isn't that large. Even a martial artist of Qi Blood Three Transformations can't easily kill one of Qi Blood Two Transformations.

"Impossible, the Xu Family only has one Martial Artist of the Bone Marrow Refining Realm, and he stays within the Xu Family, not acting lightly."

"The person must have learned some kind of extraordinary skill, allowing them to unleash power far beyond their own. Such skills have limitations, typically allowing only two or three strikes before they can't continue."

Another middle-aged man shook his head and said.

"Even if trained in an extraordinary skill, to silently approach and suddenly kill isn't an easy task."

"This person's speed, ability to hide their aura, and attack are all extremely impressive. Since when did Songyi City have such a powerful Martial Artist?"

"I feel that this person might very well be an ally invited by the Xu Family," said the middle-aged man.

"Whoever they are, as long as there's no malice towards the Chen Family, it's fine."

"Take this person back; I want to see who dares to act against my Chen Family."

The elder smiled coldly and walked towards the lifeless man in black on the ground.

He tore off the black cloth covering the man's face and, by the clear moonlight, could see a slightly aged face.

"Zhao Chen from the Zhao Family. This old fellow kept a low profile all his life, yet died so insignificantly."

"Take the body back, and tomorrow we'll demand an explanation from the Zhao Family."

The middle-aged man chuckled and carried the body back toward the Chen Family.

At this time, several more fires were rising within Songyi City, mostly in areas controlled by the Feihong Gang.

However, they did not go to support as those places had strong individuals stationed, and if a formidable opponent appeared, a different emergency signal would be sent.

...

Xing Family Residence.

The Great Elder and Xing Hongwei stood on the rooftop, silently observing the distant rising flames with a calm expression.

"To leave Songyi City unscathed, such a thing rarely happens."

"Now it's up to the Xu Family to decide, whether to protect people or to choose the interests of Songyi City," Xing Hongwei said lightly.

Their action tonight was mainly to serve as a warning to the Xu Family.

As the second batch of the Feihong Gang's personnel leaves, most assets would be transferred, leaving only a few strong individuals to guard Songyi City's main areas.

Acting tonight, it would be best to successfully kill a few strong individuals from the Feihong Gang, but even if not, it's mainly to give them a warning.

What happens next depends on the Xu Family's choice.

If the Xu Family values the people, they will send more personnel to protect those leaving, abandoning more interests within Songyi City.

If the Xu Family values the interests more, they will reduce personnel to primarily guard Songyi City's territory.

"With Xu Yunhu's temperament, he would likely choose to prioritize people."

"However, I'm concerned there might be a change, and the Deputy Commander might intervene," the Great Elder said with a somewhat serious expression.

Without the City's control, their Xing Family is currently the most powerful clan in Songyi City.

However, if the Deputy Commander, who mainly represents civilian power, intervenes, it would be troublesome.

The reason he's Deputy Commander isn't due to a lack of strength but because he lacks backing and family support.

Regarding strength, the Deputy Commander is actually the most powerful Martial Artist openly known in Songyi City.

"Bo Xuan will keep an eye on him."

"Given the tense situation, the Deputy Commander's primary responsibility is to guard Songyi City and won't interfere in our matters."

Xing Hongwei said lightly, "Great-Grandfather's cultivation with the Guiyuan Skill hasn't encountered any issues, has it?"

"Nothing major."

"The Guiyuan Skill is indeed an incredible Cultivation Technique, worthy of the legendary path of Immortality. Grandfather's strength has not only returned to its peak but has also reached a new level."

"However, despite being suppressed through the Secret Technique, Grandfather's temperament has changed, often revealing bloodthirsty killing intent in his eyes."

The Great Elder spoke, with a flash of concern in his eyes.

"Keep an eye on Great-Grandfather's situation whenever possible. If something's wrong, immediately stop Great-Grandfather from continuing the cultivation; it might still be recoverable."

"We've already entered into a collaboration with the Nine Nether Sect, with no way to extricate ourselves. At worst, we entirely pledge allegiance to the Nine Nether Sect, joining the chaos, asking for a blessing from the Demon God."

Xing Hongwei gazed at the distant sky, speaking lightly.

In the distant sky, several more fires rose, and a faint cold smile appeared on his face.

Xu Family, huh.

Did you really think you could leave this time unscathed?

Thinking a bit too optimistically.

If we don't strip a layer of skin off the families backing the Feihong Gang, how could the Xing Family easily let them go?

It's a pity that the Nine-Star Gang led by the Zhao Family also entered into cooperation with the Nine Nether Sect, or else the gains for their Xing Family this time would have been even greater.

...

There was a large commotion within the city, with patrol soldiers mobilizing continuously.

Lin Zheyu took advantage of the night's cover, moving quickly within Songyi City.

Several more places sent distress signals; those acting were almost all experts, striking successfully and fleeing swiftly.

The timing of their action is quite interesting, right before the second batch of the Feihong Gang personnel leaves.

It's quite apparent they're causing trouble, not allowing the Feihong Gang to leave so easily.

"Hahaha, if you have the guts, come catch me!"

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