“Your battle has caused too much destruction, and the surroundings have been ruined, so you must stop fighting. Those who disobey will be executed!” the golden-armored man said.
Shang Tianhua looked at the members of the Vermilion Bird Sacred Clan, his eyes bloodshot, his battle saber trembling incessantly. He was unwilling, because his White Tiger Sacred Clan had suffered heavy losses, while the Vermilion Bird Sacred Clan had only lost a few people.
“Members of the White Tiger Sacred Clan and Vermilion Bird Sacred Clan, withdraw from this mission. Everyone else, prepare for battle!” Seeing that Shang Tianhua had no intention of retreating, the golden-armored man waved his arm. At this moment, a team in battle armor appeared behind him. They were the City Lord’s Mansion’s Law Enforcement Team, composed of elite personnel from various forces. Among them were members of the White Tiger Sacred Clan, but at this time, he could only withdraw. He couldn't fight alongside the City Lord’s Mansion’s Law Enforcement Team, nor did he dare to oppose the City Lord’s Mansion. Opposing the City Lord’s Mansion meant death, and as a member of the City Lord’s Mansion, he naturally knew its strength.
“Remnants of the Vermilion Bird Sacred Clan, just wait. I will definitely annihilate you,” Shang Tianhua said coldly.
“Are we afraid of you? We'll be ready anytime!” Qin Longxuan sheathed his long sword and replied.
Shang Tianhua put away his battle saber, instructed his men to collect the bodies of their clansmen, and was about to leave.
“Wait a moment. I am now informing you three that before the Azure Cloud Ranking Competition ends, you three are not allowed to fight within the city, otherwise, you will bear the consequences.” The golden-armored man gave his instructions, then led his men away.
Shang Tianhua did not respond and led his people away. At this moment, Qing Yi stepped forward to support Qin Chu.
Qin Chu’s injuries were very serious, especially the saber wound on his back.
Qing Yi helped Qin Chu into the courtyard, and the other members of the Vermilion Bird Sacred Clan also cleaned up the battlefield, then retreated into the courtyard.
“Young Lord, are you alright?” Qing Yi’s voice was filled with worry.
“I’m fine, Uncle. Please help me apply some medicine later.” Qin Chu wiped the sweat from his forehead, then collapsed. He didn't feel the pain during the battle, but now that the battle was over, exhaustion and pain overwhelmed him, and he fainted.
Shang Shu Yu, who was watching Qin Chu collapse from the periphery, was about to move but was stopped by Shang Shu Tianye. “The battle is over. He’s just injured and overly exhausted; there’s no major problem. It’s not appropriate to go over now. Let’s go!”
Upon returning to the Azure Dragon Sacred Clan’s castle, Shang Shu Tianye, seated in the main seat, pondered for a while. After some thought, he looked up and said, “The Vermilion Bird Sacred Clan is no longer something the White Tiger Sacred Clan can suppress. Even if the Blazing Thunder Sacred Clan makes a move, it will be useless. The Vermilion Bird Sacred Clan currently has no territorial map, so they cannot be surrounded and killed. The Vermilion Bird Sacred Clan has revealed two top-tier powerhouses, and whether there are more is unknown. Young Qin Chu’s potential is also terrifying. If I’m not mistaken, when he killed the King-level Cultivator, he used Saint Bone Energy. Sword Spirit Realm, Saint Bone Energy, Level Six Sword Intent, Level Four Battle Intent—as long as this boy doesn’t die, he will definitely achieve great things.”
“Father, can’t you help him? The White Tiger Sacred Clan can ally with the Blazing Thunder Sacred Clan, so why can’t we help the Vermilion Bird Sacred Clan?” Shang Shu Yu was a bit anxious because Qin Chu’s situation was quite critical.
“What’s the rush? The older generation of the Vermilion Bird Sacred Clan has appeared. Are they idiots? They would rather die themselves than let anything happen to Qin Chu,” Shang Shu Tianye said, looking at his daughter.
“But the City Lord’s Mansion has already ordered that those two from the Vermilion Bird Sacred Clan are not allowed to act. The White Tiger Sacred Clan can continue to gather forces, and the Blazing Thunder Sacred Clan is still eyeing them covetously,” Shang Shu Yu said, expressing her worries.
Shang Shu Tianye shook his head. “If Qin Chu wanted a way out, there are plenty. As long as he joins the Alchemist Guild or the Devil’s Castle, the White Tiger Sacred Clan and the Blazing Thunder Sacred Clan won’t be able to act recklessly against him. He hasn’t reached a dead end yet.”
“Husband, I really like that child. Besides, we had a good relationship with Qin Zhanye and Zhen Xueyan back then. We should take care of their child,” Zhen Han said.
“Let me think about it. Perhaps things haven’t reached that point yet,” Shang Shu Tianye said.
When Qin Chu woke up, he found his robes changed, his body cleaned, and his wounds all bandaged. Furthermore, the place he was resting was no longer the courtyard.
“Third Uncle!” Qin Chu sat up and greeted Qin Longxuan, who was standing in the room.
“Qin Chu, you’re awake. How do you feel?” Qin Longxuan’s eyes were full of concern.
“I seem to be overly exhausted, which should be related to the energy I activated. Also, the wound on my back affects my movement a bit,” Qin Chu said after moving his body.
“Third Uncle examined your body. You activated Saint Bone Energy, which caused too much damage to your body, leading to your coma. Remember not to use it recklessly in the future; your Saint Bone has not yet fully formed,” Qin Longxuan said.
Qin Chu nodded. “What’s the situation outside now?”
“To avoid being ambushed by the White Tiger Sacred Clan and the Blazing Thunder Sacred Clan, we evacuated that courtyard. Currently, we are at a more secretive dark spot of the Vermilion Bird Sacred Clan,” Qin Longxuan said.
“Is it safe? Don’t let anyone with ulterior motives discover us and sneak in,” Qin Chu said, somewhat worried.
Qin Longxuan told Qin Chu that no one had discovered them. He and Qing Yi covered their retreat and investigated, while Qin Longfeng acted to eliminate all tails.
“White Tiger Sacred Clan… I’ve noted both the new and old grievances,” Qin Chu coughed. The saber wound on his back was indeed quite severe.
Saint Martial City became lively. The battle between the two great Sacred Clans had spread. The Vermilion Bird Sacred Clan’s strong resurgence, and the fact that the White Tiger Sacred Clan Chief’s attack failed to defeat them, indicated that the Vermilion Bird Sacred Clan’s strength was already quite formidable.
Furthermore, there was Qin Chu. Many people now considered Qin Chu to be the top of the Azure Cloud Ranking, because for a long time, there had been no instance of a Heavenly Origin Realm Cultivator killing a King-level Cultivator. The difference between the two was not just in Cultivation, but also in special abilities. One could fly, one could not. How could someone who couldn’t fly kill someone who could? If they felt something was wrong, they would just fly away. Therefore, it was very difficult for a Heavenly Origin Realm Cultivator to kill a King-level Cultivator.
Qin Longfeng returned to the Alchemist Guild. He wanted to know how the Alchemist Guild viewed Qin Chu.
At this time, in the Alchemist Guild’s deliberation hall, three Vice Presidents and several Elders were discussing matters. Led by Gu Zhengxiong, one Elder’s opinion was to expel Qin Chu, because Qin Chu was at the center of controversy, and the Alchemist Guild should not get involved in this muddy water, as it would offend the White Tiger Sacred Clan.
“Gu Zhengxiong, are you becoming more and more useless as you get older? Is our Alchemist Guild afraid of the White Tiger Sacred Clan, and expelling an Alchemist because of the White Tiger Sacred Clan? You have no shame, but we do!” Shi Xun roared, slamming the table.
“Does the Alchemist Guild want to become a sanctuary for certain people?” Gu Zhengxiong roared back.
“Qin Chu moved into the Alchemist Guild before the great battle. Was it for refuge before? Are you afraid because it involves the White Tiger Sacred Clan? That’s how it is. What was before, will be in the future!” Shi Xun said.
“I support Vice President Shi’s opinion. Our Alchemist Guild does not participate in power struggles, but we are not afraid of any force, and we will not change our decisions because of any force,” Ji Xin said.
“I’ll go find the Guild Master to resolve this matter.” Gu Zhengxiong slammed the table, stood up, and left the meeting room.
“Before the Guild Master makes a decision, we will proceed according to our current approach. Let Gu Zhengxiong jump around as much as he likes, the shameless scoundrel,” Ji Xin cursed.