Whoosh——

At this moment, two black shadows flashed through the night and entered the Zhao residence.

Lin Zheyu's expression changed slightly, and he hid in the darkness.

"Are they people from the Zhao family?"

Lin Zheyu felt a bit intrigued.

Among the people who acted tonight, the Zhao family should also be involved. It's possible that one of the three people he killed belonged to the Zhao family.

Zhao residence.

In the courtyard.

Zhao Guanbin and Zhao Guanhua were together, facing two men dressed in black.

The two men had already removed the black cloth from their faces, revealing two somewhat aged faces, appearing to be in their sixties.

The expressions on all four of their faces were a bit grim.

"Did something happen to Zhao Chen?"

Zhao Guanhua said with a grim look.

Tonight, their Nine-Star Gang mobilized three people. One was from the Zhao family, and the other two were experts from two other families.

Zhao Chen was the strongest among the three.

Zhao Guanhua had considered various possibilities but never thought Zhao Chen would encounter trouble.

Zhao Chen was proficient in leg skills, his strength reaching the second transformation of Qi Blood. Even if he encountered a powerful opponent, he should have been able to hold out until others arrived to support him.

"Did the old guy from the Xu family make a move?" Zhao Guanbin frowned.

If the old guy from the Xu family made a move and worked with other martial artists of the Qi Blood realm, it might be possible to hold Zhao Chen back for a while.

But they should have at least been able to send a signal for help.

"Impossible."

"The old guy from the Xu family is being watched by the Xing family. If he makes a move, Xing Rui would intervene." one of the men in black said.

"Could it be that the Xu family invited help?" another man in black suggested.

"Possible."

"Did anyone else encounter trouble?" Zhao Guanhua asked.

"Yes, a total of four people died. Three died silently, and the other one was besieged by several Xu family experts. Although they sent a signal for help, they couldn't hold out until reinforcements arrived."

The man in black said.

"Silently lost three lives?"

"The Xu family was well-prepared to have invited such a powerful expert." Zhao Guanbin said with a serious expression.

"Stay here and don't wander around. I'm going to the Xing family to take a look." Zhao Guanhua said.

"Don't go. The Xu family invited such an expert; they have big plans. Brother, it's better for you to stay with the family as a safety precaution. I'll go take a look."

Zhao Guanbin pondered for a moment and said.

At this crucial moment, his brother couldn't afford to take any risks; it was better for him to step forward.

"Alright, you three go together."

Zhao Guanhua pondered for a while, then took out several bottles of elixirs and poison powder from his arms and handed them over.

"This poison powder is the Zhao family's most precious Earth Boron Poison. Take it with you and take the antidote first. If you encounter a master, scatter the poison immediately."

"Even if it's a Bone Marrow Refining Realm martial artist, once poisoned, they'll become stiff, with their Qi blood circulation slowing down, leaving only a tenth of their strength."

Zhao Guanhua said solemnly.

This is the Zhao family's most precious poison powder, effective even against Bone Marrow Refining Realm martial artists, and can have some impact even on Huajin Level experts.

The two men in black received the poison powder; Zhao Guanbin already had his own.

They took out the antidote for Earth Boron Poison and took it in advance to prevent themselves from being affected by the poison first.

This antidote is very potent, and taking too much can have side effects on the body. Unless it's an emergency, Zhao Guanhua wouldn't use it lightly.

After taking the antidote, the three of them leaped over the wall and disappeared into the night.

Zhao Guanhua watched their departing figures, his expression unreadable, muttering to himself: "Cooperating with the Nine Nether Sect, I don't know if it's a blessing or a curse."

...

Lin Zheyu hid in the dark, watching the three leap from the mansion, a slight smile playing at the corner of his mouth.

He finally found an opportunity.

For nearly a month, he had been hiding in the shadows, keeping track of Zhao Guanbin's movements, looking for a chance to make a move.

But he had never found a good opportunity.

And tonight, with all the commotion, Songyi City in chaos, and Zhao Guanbin leaving the Zhao family, it was the perfect time to strike.

He quietly followed them.

The night was dark, the moonlight bright.

Lin Zheyu quietly followed behind Zhao Guanbin and his companions, not very far behind.

He fully activated the Turtle Breath Skill, lowering his presence to the minimum. Paired with his masterful Golden Swan Skill, he moved like a phantom.

About four miles away from the Zhao residence, Lin Zheyu finally found the perfect moment to strike.

Boom!

A dull sound erupted as the power of his Qi Blood flooded into his legs, employing the Qi and Blood Burst Skill. His figure shot toward Zhao Guanbin like a cannonball.

Sensing the disturbance from behind, the three swiftly scattered the poison powder in their hands.

Zhao Guanbin quickly reacted, his foot power exploding, rushing forward while scattering the poison powder behind him.

In his peripheral vision, a black shadow rapidly approached at an astonishing speed.

"Such speed!"

Zhao Guanbin was shocked. Such astounding speed, even a Bone Marrow Refining Realm martial artist, might not be able to achieve it.

Bam!

As the thought flashed in Zhao Guanbin's mind, he had no time for more as he was struck by a terrifying palm.

An incomparably powerful force transmitted from the opponent's palm.

Zhao Guanbin spat a mouthful of blood, the intense force sending him flying.

Lin Zheyu landed a direct hit, didn't spare Zhao Guanbin a glance, and quickly disappeared into the night.

The air was thick with the smell of poison; he dared not linger.

Screech!

The two men in black quickly reacted, sending out signals while rushing toward Zhao Guanbin.

When they reached Zhao Guanbin, he was barely breathing, eyes wide open in death.

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh.

Lin Zheyu saw the signal being sent as well and moved swiftly, heading toward the desolate countryside.

He didn't return to his courtyard immediately, fearing he might be followed and his identity exposed.

"With Zhao Guanbin dead, the matters in Songyi City are nearly resolved. I can leave without worries." Lin Zheyu said quietly to himself.

Except for Senior Brother Han Mo, nothing in Songyi City held his interest or concern.

"Hmm?!"

Lin Zheyu's expression shifted as he stopped, looking toward a dark corner ahead.

Two figures emerged from the darkness, blocking Lin Zheyu's path.

"What keen senses."

"You have quite the methods, taking down so many of our men. But how many times can you unleash such powerful attacks?"

The elder at the forefront said to Lin Zheyu with a faint smile.

The person was Xing Rui.

He looked at Lin Zheyu confidently, clearly not regarding him as a threat.

Since learning the Guiyuan Skill, his strength had changed dramatically, growing stronger by the day.

Not only had he regained his past peak, but he had advanced further!

"To have found me, you have some skill."

Lin Zheyu said with a slightly hoarse voice, laughing.

"Ha, just some minor tricks."

"Are you coming with us willingly, or should we invite you to come along?" Xing Rui said blandly.

"What if I refuse?"

Lin Zheyu sneered, releasing the suppression of the Turtle Breath Skill completely, letting the power of his Qi Blood surge, roaring through his veins.

The strength of the two before him was formidable; he couldn't discern the old man's true power. He appeared aged, yet the Qi Blood power within him was terrifyingly strong.

The other person emanated an aura of only the second transformation of Qi Blood realm, yet there was something about him that made Lin Zheyu cautious.

But it was nothing more than caution.

If he exerted all his might, using the Qi and Blood Burst Skill with Golden Swan Skill, he believed these two couldn't stop him.

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