Target Found

High in the sky, a white phantom shot out with an incredible whoosh. It flew across the borders of the Di Rong Kingdom and into the airspace of the Purple Thistle Kingdom. This person was none other than Bing Chengzi. Closely following behind was a white, trailing streak of light – the Snow Dragon, the guardian spirit beast of the Great Snow Mountain Snow Flood Dragon Mountain!

At this moment, Bing Chengzi was extremely anxious. After receiving the urgent report from his disciple Man Hu, he didn't hesitate for a moment and immediately set off from the Great Snow Mountain. He even brought down the mountain with him the spirit beast Snow Flood Dragon, which hadn't descended from the Great Snow Mountain for thousands of years.

He knew the situation was dire; even Yin Baikang and Hu Changshou, who were allied with him, were likely to turn against him. His Great Snow Mountain lineage wasn't powerful; besides himself, only a few of his disciples had high cultivation levels. Then there was the mountain-guarding spirit beast Snow Flood Dragon, which was equivalent to a mid Spirit Transformation stage cultivator. Now, he had no choice but to rescue it at all costs.

If they don't do everything in their power to save Yan Zhuixing, the curse on him won't spare him. Even if they could abandon themselves, they can't abandon their disciples. They're like father and sons!

Originally, with its cultivation level, the Snow Flood Dragon was no match for Bing Chengzi's flying speed. However, the Snow Flood Dragon was born with the ability to ride the wind and waves, and already possessed the initial attributes of a dragon. Its natural strength lay in speed!

Although the Snow Flood Dragon cannot speak, it has developed intelligence and can sense its master's anxiety. Otherwise, it wouldn't have brought it down the mountain and traveled so frantically.

On another border of the Purple Thistle Kingdom, a mountain range cuts across the land. Yet, on this desolate mountain range, hundreds of people now stand, perched on treetops, waiting for something.

These people were all Spirit Transformation stage lords from various countries, guarding this place not for anyone else, but specifically for Bing Chengzi, who might pass through. A large-scale search was underway ahead, and some of them absolutely would not allow Bing Chengzi to interrupt it.

For example, there was Yin Baikang, whose face was grim. Yin Baikang narrowed his eyes, his gaze seemingly casually drifting towards Shangguan Taiping on the treetop in the distance, a hint of resentment in his expression. Needless to say, who else but Shangguan Taiping could have spread the news so widely? This was tantamount to ruining his plans.

Actually, he originally planned to go ahead and kill Shangguan Taiping in the Purple Thistle Kingdom to prevent the news from leaking out. Who knew that Shangguan Taiping was so cunning, spreading the news ahead of time. Soon after, rumors spread that lords from various countries were making their moves, and Yin Baikang naturally couldn't sit still any longer.

He was very confident in the power he held, but no matter how strong his power was, it couldn't withstand so many Spirit Transformation stage experts coming to rob him! This forced him to personally step out to support the World Commerce Association.

A group of experts from the Cultivation World kept glancing around, fearing that two people would appear: Bi Changchun from the Demon Ghost Domain and Wen Lanfeng from the Biyuan Kingdom. If these two came, some people's dreams would likely be shattered.

In fact, many people were hoping for the appearance of these two top experts in the Cultivation World, since they were unlikely to obtain Yan Zhuixing anyway. It would be better for Yan Zhuixing to fall into the hands of Bi Changchun and Wen Lanfeng, so that everyone would feel at ease.

However, to this day, neither of them has appeared. Everyone couldn't help but sigh, "These are truly masters who have confidence in their own abilities! They have no interest in any extraordinary techniques or methods that dominate the Cultivation World; they only believe in themselves."

Now that things have come to this, many people have secretly passed down the order: if Yan Zhuixing is found, kill him without mercy, preferably grind his bones to dust, and make sure his body doesn't fall into the hands of others.

Even if I managed to seize it, I'd probably face attacks from the crowd. Since I'm not destined to enjoy it, I might as well destroy it and let everyone continue with the status quo.

Sikong Jue, standing to the side, glanced at his master's gloomy face and knew he was in the wrong. He should have immediately ordered Guan Zhongkai to Yu Landu at all costs upon receiving the news; then this trouble wouldn't have happened.

Even if the World Commerce Association manages to acquire it now, the price they will likely pay will be very high.

A figure flew over from a distance. Mu Lianqiu bowed to Yin Baikang and his master, then transmitted his voice, "Grandmaster, Master. Our people have discovered the escape route of Yan Zhuixing and the others. However, there are too many forces following us. Even if we find Yan Zhuixing, it will probably be a bit troublesome."

Yin Baikang transmitted his voice expressionlessly. "Those who are scattered in the search, concentrate your efforts. Lian Qiu, go and convey my decree to all branches, and mobilize all cultivators with cultivation Tribulation Transcendence stage to come and provide support. Sikong, go to the scene to keep watch. Anyone who dares to steal, show no mercy, kill them without mercy! I will take responsibility for everything."

Yin Baikang was really determined this time; he wasn't about to let someone else snatch away the prize he had already got his hands on.

The two accepted the order. Mu Lianqiu dashed down the mountain to notify the various branches, Sikong Jue quickly flew towards the search area.

Sikong Jue a stir, attracting a large number of onlookers. Nearly a hundred Spirit Transformation stage experts took to the air, chasing after Sikong Jue. This infuriated Yin Baikang, who was powerless to do anything about it. He didn't have the ability to order everyone to stay still, and even if he did, they wouldn't listen to him; he wasn't Bi Changchun.

Shiyu City, the capital of the Yaxi Kingdom. A banquet had been prepared in the reception hall of the Shiyu City Branch of the World Commerce Association. Niu Youde, seated at the head of the table, was feasting, accompanied by Yu Landu. As for Guan Zhongkai, Niu Youde had already sent him out to gather information.

Yu Landu in a very good mood, cheerfully pouring wine for Niu Youde. She didn't need to worry about anything; she just needed to stay close to Niu Youde. Guan Zhongkai would bring her the latest news later anyway. It was really great to be able to have fun while keeping up with the latest developments in the Cultivation World.

As the two were eating and drinking, they suddenly heard dozens of whooshing sounds of flying objects disappearing into the sky. It seemed very urgent. And judging from the sounds, the individuals seemed to be quite powerful. The two exchanged a slightly startled glance, wondering what had happened.

At this moment, Guan Zhongkai strode out from outside the gate, excitedly saying, "Senior Niu, we've found him! We've discovered Yan Zhuixing's whereabouts."

Yue Qianchou's eyes lit up, and he put down the pig's trotter in his hand, hurriedly asking, "Did you catch it or kill it?"

Guan Zhongkai sat down and shook his head, saying, "Not yet, but it should be soon. Now that we've found his trail, we're probably not far from catching him."

"That's right." Yue Qianchou chuckled and continued gnawing on the pig's trotter. He thought to himself, with so many people involved, it would be difficult to catch him alive. He feared that many would rather kill Yan Zhuixing than let him fall into the hands of others.

Yu Landu asked, seemingly casually, "Brother Guan, what happened outside just now? It seems like quite a few cultivators with cultivation levels above the Tribulation Transcendence stage left! Did something happen?"

Guan Zhongkai couldn't possibly reveal this matter; it was a decree personally issued by his grandmaster to mobilize manpower. He shook his head nonchalantly and said, "It's nothing. Some fools have barged into this branch, and the person in charge here has gone to gather manpower to help them. It's no big deal."

Yu Landu an "Oh," still somewhat puzzled. The three of them then continued eating the food and drinks piled high on the table...

In the dense forest, Zhang Zunsheng had initially led a few dozen people on a search. However, many reinforcements arrived later, and now hundreds of people were advancing side by side in the forest. Even the sky above the trees was being followed by a group of people. Among them, there were six people at the late Tribulation Transcendence stage Realm.

Sixth Brother hid in a nearby ravine, quietly observing the movements ahead. He had originally planned to try to sneak away, but even with the signal arrow fired, the densely packed search party ahead made it impossible to get past.

Judging by the time, only about half an hour has passed, still nearly halfway through the full hour. Needless to say, judging from the situation here, the situation on the senior brother's side is probably not much better.

A bitter smile appeared on his face. Sixth Brother pulled out a whistle and ducked into the ravine. Gritting his teeth, he raised the whistle, found an opening above, and pulled the trigger...

"Chirp..." A piercing sound rang out, and a dazzling blue light rapidly rose into the sky from the forest. With a loud "bang," it exploded into a cloud of blue smoke.

It resembles a blue mushroom cloud, with a long stem indicating its origin. At night, this mushroom cloud emits a blue light to guide the way.

Chaos erupted instantly across the entire airspace. All eyes were fixed on the blue mushroom cloud, and someone shouted first, "The World Commerce Association has located the target! Charge!"

"Speed up, faster!"

"We can't let Yan Zhuixing fall into someone else's hands, charge!"

"Go and provide support!"

Shouts erupted everywhere; everyone was in a frenzy. There was no other way; they had all received death orders. In an instant, countless people surged forth from all directions. Those who had been searching in the woods in the distance also emerged to check the direction, all rushing towards the blue mushroom cloud.

Zhang Zunsheng and the others, who were searching, were all stunned as they watched a blue light rise in the distance. Someone exclaimed in surprise, "Has someone spotted Yan Zhuixing ahead?" This was the 'Sky-Shaking Arrow' that was fired only when the target was spotted.

Sure enough, everyone then saw a figure quickly dart to the left. Zhang Zunsheng shouted, "Catch him!" Hundreds of people immediately gave chase.

From the air, the commotion of these hundreds of people stirred up the entire grove of trees. With a loud bang, followed by several screams, several large trees fell to the ground.

It's already open!

Those who had initially been hesitant, fearing a diversionary tactic, could no longer resist. The other side had clearly spotted their target, and the fighting had begun; what was there to hesitate about? They charged forward at top speed, recklessly. The chaotic crowd surged into the woods...

Just as the whistle rang out, the four fleeing members of the Man Hu all stopped abruptly, startled. The Seventh Brother turned around, tears streaming down his face, and cried, "Sixth Brother, didn't we agree on an hour? It's not over yet!"

"Take cover!" Man Hu, also in tears, pulled him aside. The four quickly hid in a small, shallow, and narrow cave, huddling together tightly. Three of them were weeping silently; Yan Zhuixing's lips were tightly pressed together...

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