"Qingxuan!"

Almost the moment the battle ended, Luo Bingyun flew over directly, held Luo Qingxuan, and stuffed various healing elixirs into her mouth as if they were free.

However, Luo Qingxuan still showed no response, her breath so weak it was almost imperceptible—saying she narrowly escaped death might only be comforting words.

But now, everyone's focus was not on Luo Qingxuan, but on Wang Junze.

Even the Black Mountain Demon King and Ximen Piaoxue had a concealed killing intent in their eyes.

The potential Wang Junze displayed in that sword just now was truly terrifying.

Those at a lower realm might not fully understand, but they were well aware of its significance—it wasn't just sword intent, it was a true path embryo.

What concept is this?

From Heaven-Stepping to Void Shattering, even to Divine Travel, with enough time, one can slowly break through, but Entering the Path is much more difficult.

Entering the Path itself means one must grasp an understanding of a particular great path, forming their own path embryo.

This step is extremely difficult, countless cultivators have been stuck there!

Even many so-called geniuses can become stuck in this realm for their entire lives, unable to advance.

Yet with that sword, Wang Junze already possessed a path embryo. Although its power was still weak, the threshold had been crossed.

In other words, just relying on the comprehension of this sword, before breaking through Entering the Path, Wang Junze's cultivation journey would have almost no obstacles. He need only steadily accumulate strength to smoothly break through.

The key point is... he's only at the Heaven-Stepping Realm!

Have you ever seen a Heaven-Stepping Realm cultivator so abnormal?

Even in the Capital City, where talented individuals abound, such potential is rare!

Without exaggeration, Wang Junze can be considered one of the top geniuses worldwide.

With such a genius, as long as he doesn't fall, his future in the Saint Realm is practically guaranteed!

In recent decades, the most renowned sword path genius known to the world is... Qu Lishang.

Just the thought that Wang Junze could be the next Qu Lishang, who wouldn't harbor murderous intent?

Especially since both the Black Mountain Demon King and Ximen Piaoxue already have enmities with the Profound Moon Sword Sect!

"Zhou Dongfei, hand over Wang Junze to me, and I'll leave immediately."

With a chilling glint in his eyes, Ximen Piaoxue spoke deeply.

The Black Mountain Demon King had previously agreed that once Wang Junze and Luo Qingxuan completed this battle, he would retreat. However... Ximen Piaoxue never agreed to that.

Moreover, he believed that both the Demon King and the Deserters would inevitably cooperate tacitly with him to pressure the Profound Moon Sword Sect again.

"Reneging on your word, huh, Ximen Piaoxue, do you really think I'm easy to bully?"

With eyes showing terrifying killing intent, Zhou Dongfei suddenly stepped forward, causing the surrounding void to seem to tremble, demonstrating his determination.

Previously, he had conceded for the greater good. Now, with Wang Junze achieving such a stunning feat, killing Yuan Shouyi, how could he agree to such terms, destroying hope?

"I have a Blood Bodhi in my hand, which has a near-reviving effect."

Unchanging countenance, Ximen Piaoxue continued, "As long as Sect Leader Zhou agrees, I can offer the Blood Bodhi, saving your sect's Saintess's life."

Upon hearing the name Blood Bodhi, everyone's hearts couldn't help but skip.

This is a truly top-tier heavenly treasure, incredibly precious even to Saint Realm powerhouses. Under the Saint Realm, having a Blood Bodhi almost equals having an extra life.

Now he's willing to exchange a Blood Bodhi for Zhou Dongfei's concession, showing just how much Wang Junze matters to him.

"Dream on!"

Shooting Ximen Piaoxue a cold glance, Zhou Dongfei said sternly, "Wang Junze is my direct disciple who has achieved great feats for our sect. If I can sacrifice such a disciple... then what face do I have to be this sect leader?"

The offer is indeed tempting, but regardless of public or private interests, Zhou Dongfei can't agree to such terms.

Know this: Wang Junze's fate is tied to Luo Qingxuan. Giving up Wang Junze is like sacrificing Luo Qingxuan's life too!

Moreover, if this matter spreads, even if the Profound Moon Sword Sect survives, it would lose all face and morale, causing it to crumble internally.

"Everything has a price!"

Ximen Piaoxue spoke again, "Does his life really outweigh all the lives of the Profound Moon Sword Sect combined?"

"Zhou Dongfei, let me be clear, if you refuse, I will join forces with the Black Mountain Demon King to slaughter everyone in the Profound Moon Sword Sect. I guarantee... not a single person from your sect will leave alive today!"

Ximen Piaoxue obviously knew how damaging it is to Zhou Dongfei's reputation to give up Wang Junze, but he wants Zhou Dongfei to make a choice: the sect's legacy or Wang Junze's life!

Furthermore, human nature is unpredictable. Even if others from the Profound Moon Sword Sect want to protect Wang Junze, when they themselves face life or death, who would still want to sacrifice their chance of survival for one Wang Junze?

As long as the Profound Moon Sword Sect itself shows dissenting voices, Zhou Dongfei might not be able to stand firm.

It must be said, Ximen Piaoxue's provocation was as sharp as his sword, stirring hearts sharply, causing many disciples of the Profound Moon Sword Sect to hesitate inwardly.

"I dare you to try!"

However, at this moment, not far away, Su Yuwei grasped a Divine Talisman with bravado and spoke.

"???"

For a moment, the entire scene froze, as if no one expected Su Yuwei to say such words for Wang Junze—is she truly mad?

Yet the real madness was yet to come!

With icy intent in her eyes, Su Yuwei said sternly, "As the Commandery Princess, I've already reached an agreement with Jing Yuan. Previously, you forced Wang Junze, Luo Qingxuan, and Yuan Shouyi into a deadly battle, violating our agreement, and now you want to use this way to kill him?"

"General Gao!"

"This subordinate is here!"

With a soft sigh in his heart, Gao Hongliang knew the Commandery Princess's patience had reached its limit.

After all, she had mobilized the Changling Army northward for Wang Junze's revenge at any cost.

For the greater good, she had repeatedly endured, watching Wang Junze fight Lin Yuan, even Yuan Shouyi to the death, but now that Wang Junze had clearly won, she couldn't tolerate him being put to death by such means.

Even Gao Hongliang dared not oppose Su Yuwei's wishes anymore in such a situation.

"If anyone dares to touch Wang Junze now, lead the Changling Army to fight without hesitation, kill the opponent regardless of the cost—can you do it?"

Su Yuwei asked coldly.

"This subordinate... obeys!"

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