Inside the pavilion, only the seven Domain Masters from before knew what Shi Chun and his companion had been up to.

Upon seeing Shi Chun jumping out again, the few Domain Masters who were aware of the situation looked towards Life Continent Domain Master Wei Mo with a smile.

Wei Mo himself felt discontent upon setting eyes on Shi Chun and the other person, his expression immediately turning sour. He wondered who these two rascals were intercepting this time and whether they intended to lash out at other sects in Shengzhou. Hadn't they already caused enough ridicule and mockery before? Were they really going to smear his face with disgrace once again?

Maybe not, he hoped for the best, but observing the actions of Shi Chun and his companion springing out, it seemed too much like a robbery; their demeanor was smooth and natural, hardly resembling novices to such deeds.

Whether or not one knew of Shi Chun and his companion's backgrounds was inconsequential, as there were staff on site specifically to attend to these high-ranking figures. With a simple gesture, someone in charge would come over to explain...

In the field, Yuling Sect Elder Fei Zhengong finally saw his sect's disciples in the mirror image and sighed with relief while also tensing up.

The relief came from seeing that three of his disciples had escaped pursuit, and the tension arose because the three disciples clearly had sustained serious injuries.

The reason for hurriedly paying to access this mirror image was that he had unintentionally caught a glimpse of his own Yuling Sect disciples being pursued and beaten in someone else's mirror image.

After paying, he had to wait in line for quite some time before it was his turn.

"Elder Fei, those are your Yuling Sect disciples…" an acquainted elder from another sect kindly reminded him.

However, before he could finish, his words were drowned out by the noisy voices of "Shi Chun, Wu Jinliang."

Seeing Shi Chun and Wu Jinliang blocking the way in the mirror image, Fei Zhengong was startled and exclaimed, "What are they up to?"

An elder from another sect soothed him, "Mr. Fei, do not panic. Those two, one has just entered High Martial and the other only has Initial Martial cultivation. They are insignificant in front of your sect's disciples."

Fei Zhengong argued, "They have immobilization charms from Wu Kang Mountain Envoy; with my disciples grievously injured, and not knowing the audacity of those two, if handled improperly, there could be dire consequences."

Upon hearing this, the elder beside him swallowed his words.

Having just escaped one dangerous situation only to encounter another, Fei Zhengong felt incredibly agitated and anxious, "Aren't they people of Shengzhou? Are the entrances to Shengzhou and Ying State so close?"

No one by his side could provide an answer; they could only watch the mirror image intently, unsure what Shi Chun and his companion intended by blocking Yuling Sect disciples' path—whether to fight or to withdraw, nor could they discern what they were chattering about.

Elder Ke, while fixating on the image, asked those around him, "Which sect are the people on the other side from?"

He feared they might be people from Shengzhou, still remembering the heavy-handed warning Life Continent Domain Master Wei Mo had given him earlier; he really couldn't bear any more pressure.

No one around him could provide an answer either.

Veiled in a cloak, Feng Chi also focused intently, not hiding and even popping out for a stroll; she was quite curious.

Lan Qiaoyan and her daughter in the stands were also watching closely.

Young Master Nan was also focused intently.

The only ones not quiet were the nobles who had just been chatting and socializing in the stands; because of the reaction on site, they were now asking around about the identity of Shi Chun and Wu Jinliang.

Inside the pavilion with the best view, Xuan State Domain Master Chi Rang, after watching the mirror image for a while, then asked seriously, "Those two in black, which sect are they confronting? It isn't Shengzhou again, is it?"

Those in the know chuckled secretly, aware that he wanted to tease Wei Mo.

The person managing the event immediately approached and replied, "They're not from Shengzhou. They're from the Yuling Sect of Ying State."

Ying State Domain Master Wei Xuanzhang, who had just learned about the prior jokes from someone else, had been smiling and nodding, seemingly understanding, but upon hearing the person in charge, he suddenly became stiff and couldn't smile anymore. How had it become related to his own side? He stared at the mirror image and interjected, "The entrances for Shengzhou and Ying State are close?"

The person responsible thought for a moment and replied, "They're not that close; there are eleven Xun Gates in between."

Wei Xuanzhang asked, "Weren't they said to have strayed from the group? Why would just the two of them run so far?"

Someone jested, "Obviously because people from Ying State are good-looking, they went specially to have a look."

Laughter and teasing erupted among them. They were all figures of equal status, and in private, they were not as stern as outsiders might imagine.

Wei Mo breathed a slight sigh of relief as long as there weren't more conflicts with Shengzhou people. Of course, he was now a bit curious about what those two rascals were doing so far from the Shengzhou troops.

However, as the mirror image had already vanished, nobody could see what happened next.

Xuan State Domain Master Chi Rang glanced at Wei Xuanzhang, who was bantering with others, a thought flashing through his mind: the troops of Ying State and Xuan State had entered through the same Xun Gate; possibly, it was his own Xuan State's people who had injured them?

After the image switched, Yuling Sect Elder Fei Zhengong couldn't stay seated any longer, hastily instructing the disciple beside him, "Go, pay for another viewing."

"Yes." The disciple swiftly accepted the command and left.

The field was now filled with voices of discussion, everyone seemingly curious about what would happen in the footage that had been cut away.

Upon seeing this development from the stands, Young Master Nan couldn't help but give a wry smile, acknowledging that this was all because of the overtime broadcast he had requested. Otherwise, no one would be paying such attention.

The mother and daughter, Lan Qiaoyan, who were about to leave, sat back down. They also wanted to request a broadcast to see how things would unfold but restrained themselves from mentioning it. Clearly, they weren't planning on leaving anytime soon...

In reality, Shi Chun and his companion immediately crouched down to hide as soon as they spotted someone.

When someone approached, the two quickly jumped out to block the way.

What to say, what to do, Wu Jinliang was very familiar with the drill, having his own set of tactics. He would pick someone and shout at them, brandishing his saber, "Thieves from Xuan State, where do you think you're running to!"

To probe for information, one had to shout like this, had to bluff like this. If they were from Xuan State, they would naturally assume a ready-to-fight stance; if not, they would naturally start to explain themselves, making it easier to gather information about the troops from Xuan State.

Judging by their flustered and disheveled appearance, the two concluded that these weren't likely members of a powerful faction from Xuan State.

Three bloody and wounded individuals, sensing the urgency of the situation, assumed a defensive posture. Upon hearing the accusation, the leading man hastily clarified, "Misunderstanding, the two of you. We are not from Xuan State, we are Disciples of the Yuling Sect from Ying State." He even showed them a small tag from his bracelet to prove it.

Seeing that they indeed were not from Xuan State, Shi Chun lowered his saber, "So it turns out you three are the brave heroes from Yuling Sect. Why are you in such a sorry state?"

The leading man replied, "Exactly because we were chased by the thieves from Xuan State that you spoke of."

Shi Chun and Wu Jinliang exchanged a glance, knowing exactly how to proceed in this scenario with just a look.

Wu Jinliang already appeared enraged, "Where are these Xuan State thieves? Please lead the way. I'll kill one if there's one, a pair if there are two, and not let a single one off!"

The three of them exchanged looks. The Yuling Sect Disciple with a wounded arm, unable to exert strength and holding up his arm, asked, "May I know from which sect the two of you disciples hail?"

He wanted to confirm their identities.

Shi Chun, gesturing to Wu Jinliang to calm down with a hand, said, "Junior brother, be patient."

Then he turned to the three and said, "Brave heroes, we apologize that we cannot reveal our identities. My brother and I have killed many disciples from various sects in Xuan State, making enemies aplenty. I'm sure you brave heroes understand our precaution and would agree to act as if you've never seen us afterward, yes?"

"Of course."

The three of them responded perfunctorily in succession.

Then, the leading man hesitated before asking, "Do the two of you have a vendetta against the people from Xuan State?"

Shi Chun: "A deep and abiding enmity. They killed my junior sister!"

Wu Jinliang let out a mournful cry to the heavens, "My poor junior sister, oh my sister as fair as flowers! Not only did they murder her, but they also desecrated her. This feud is irreconcilable! Xuan State dogs, for every one I find, I shall kill one, and for every pair, I shall kill the two. I will not spare even half!"

No wonder, the three sighed remorsefully, making a sympathetic gesture. The leading man even cursed, "Truly beasts, doing whatever they please because they have the power!"

Shi Chun continued, "Rest assured, brave heroes, just lead us the way. Once we find the Xuan State thieves who pursued you, you can withdraw. The killing is not your concern, leave it to me and my brother."

The Yuling Sect Disciple with a long gash across his chest said, "They were numerous, at least a dozen. We lost two fellow Sect members and only managed to escape by throwing the Insect Extreme Crystal we had."

Shi Chun responded calmly, "What does it matter if there are many? I do not fear their number, only that my saber might not have enough to cut."

Wu Jinliang held his saber menacingly as he spoke, "The number of Xuan State troops that have perished under my saber is no less than a hundred, not to mention those who have fallen to my senior brother."

Suddenly, he pointed his saber at the three, "If you don't lead the way, you're accomplices of Xuan State, and I'll slaughter you three first!"

The three were startled by these words. Seeing the imposing saber, clearly not an ordinary weapon, they didn't dare to provoke its owner.

"Junior brother, you mustn't behave rashly!" Shi Chun pressed down his large saber, maintaining a scholarly demeanor, "A wrong has its perpetrator, a debt its debtor; one mustn't involve the innocent." He then reversed the grip on his own saber and bowed to the three, "I would trouble you to lead the way."

The three from Yuling Sect were now full of solemn reverence, knowing they had encountered experts. After exchanging looks, the leading man answered, "Alright, we're not sure if they're still around. We can only try our luck. If we do encounter them, we three are injured and truly can't lend assistance."

Shi Chun waved his hand dismissively, "I'll say it again: you lead the way to find them, the killing is our responsibility. For such worthless curs, the sabers in our hands are more than enough!"

"Alright," the leading man agreed, then made an inviting gesture for them to follow.

Shi Chun, ever scholarly, said, "Thank you for the trouble."

Then he turned to Wu Jinliang, "Junior brother, keep the pace down; they are injured. Walk slowly, there's no rush."

Wu Jinliang naturally understood his meaning. Fearing that the three might be of High Martial Upper Realm cultivation and worried that moving too fast might cause them to fall behind and reveal their own capabilities, he immediately said, "Senior brother, rest assured, I understand."

The group of five thus set off together.

Although the three from Yuling Sect did not know the identities of the pair, they were inwardly looking forward to the encounter. They had suffered before and lost two lives, almost losing their own. Now, to have someone avenging them was naturally exciting.

From time to time, they glanced at Wu Jinliang's saber, having never seen one like it before. They surmised that the owner of the saber must be an extraordinary person.

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