Fiery Demon Valley's Conspiracy

With the two men in black dead, the pressure on the female students immediately eased. Working with Lu Yunxiao, they killed every last one of the black-clad attackers who had surrounded them.

"Yunxiao, Junior Brother, thank you." The female students panted heavily as they thanked Lu Yunxiao.

"As long as you Senior Sisters are unharmed." Lu Yunxiao nodded and replied calmly.

The female students smiled, but when they looked at the fierce battle ahead, their smiles faded. Their Dark Eyebrows drew together, and none of them felt at ease.

"Who knows where these people came from? Tonight's ambush was clearly premeditated. They want to wipe us out in one fell swoop. Unlike the attacks we encountered before, those people attacked out of greed to rob us of our valuables. These people simply want our lives."

A female student in white spoke coldly, killing intent flickering in her eyes.

"Jia Nan Academy has established itself in the Black Corner Region and enjoys great prestige, but it has also offended quite a few people. Though those people do not dare confront the academy openly, they have plenty of tricks up their sleeves in secret. They are deliberately taking revenge on the academy."

As soon as the girl in white finished speaking, another female student in yellow continued with an ugly expression.

"The call for help has already been sent, but we do not know when the academy's rescue team will arrive. Judging by the current situation, although we have launched a strong counterattack, the enemy seized the initiative. The battle is still extremely unfavorable for us."

Another female student in purple spoke softly, her tone filled with deep worry.

The many Experts of the Jia Nan Guard Unit were all tied down, while the academy's instructors and students were fighting desperately as well. Yet they were still somewhat overwhelmed. Jia Nan Academy was clearly at a disadvantage, and if this continued, they might truly be unable to hold on.

"Senior Sisters, please do not worry too much. The academy will surely respond in time. We only need to fight the enemy bravely. As long as we do not give up, we can hold out until the academy's reinforcements arrive."

Seeing the female students filled with concern, Lu Yunxiao could not help offering reassurance. In this situation, there was only one choice: fight to the death, stall for time, and wait for reinforcements. If they wanted to live, this was their only way.

"Junior Brother is right. We should focus on killing the enemy." Hearing Lu Yunxiao's words, the female students sighed, suppressing the worries in their hearts as they spoke resolutely.

They understood it as well. In such circumstances, worrying was useless. Fighting with all their strength was the proper course.

Lu Yunxiao smiled faintly. "Then, Senior Sisters, let us fight side by side."

As he spoke, Lu Yunxiao lightly flicked his wrist, and the Flying Rainbow Sword bloomed with dazzling cold light.

"Alright, then let us fight side by side." The female students smiled, then charged together at the black-clad men not far away.

Boom! Within the camp, a red Light Orb and a yellow Light Orb collided violently, producing a tremendous blast.

Waves of energy swept outward. In an instant, sand and soil flew through the air, while dust filled the sky.

"Cheng Yuanbo, so it really is you, you bastard! Is Fiery Demon Valley planning to go to war with Jia Nan Academy?"

With a sharp cry, Jia Nan Academy's female Dou Ling threw a punch. Dense earthen-yellow Dou Qi enveloped her fist, carrying a terrifying force.

"So what if we are? Zhang Yuyan, do you think Fiery Demon Valley fears Jia Nan Academy?"

"Your Jia Nan Academy opposes Fiery Demon Valley at every turn. Today, we will slaughter every student here. Consider it a painful lesson for you, so you may understand the consequences of becoming enemies with Fiery Demon Valley."

Cheng Yuanbo showed no fear. Scarlet-red Dou Qi surged around his hand as he directly met Zhang Yuyan's incoming punch.

Fiery Demon Valley was also an old power in the Black Corner Region, and it had never been on good terms with Jia Nan Academy. Today's ambush had been launched entirely by Fiery Demon Valley in retaliation against Jia Nan Academy.

The two fists collided, sending layers of airwaves surging outward. Zhang Yuyan did not stop, following up with one punch after another.

"A bunch of rats, capable only of such despicable tricks! If you have the guts, face Jia Nan Academy head-on!"

Zhang Yuyan drove Cheng Yuanbo back with a punch and shouted loudly.

"All warfare is based on deception. The process does not matter; the result does. Zhang Yuyan, you are still too naive."

Cheng Yuanbo was completely unmoved by her provocation. His right hand moved continuously, blocking Zhang Yuyan's punches one by one.

In terms of foundations, Fiery Demon Valley was certainly inferior to Jia Nan Academy. Without outside aid, it was impossible for them to confront Jia Nan Academy head-on.

Furthermore, Jia Nan Academy had a dean who was as elusive as a divine dragon, appearing without a trace. He was a true top-tier Strong Person. Even Old Ghost of the Earth Demon, Fiery Demon Valley's valley master, was deeply wary of him.

Thus, ambushes were all they could do. They wanted nothing more than to disgust Jia Nan Academy, and clearly, such tactics were effective.

If the students here were truly slaughtered today, Jia Nan Academy's reputation would certainly suffer. That was exactly what Fiery Demon Valley wanted to see.

"Damn it!" Zhang Yuyan was no fool. She naturally understood Fiery Demon Valley's sinister scheme, and her fists immediately became even more ferocious.

Cheng Yuanbo blocked them one by one as the two fought fiercely within the camp.

"Die!" Lu Yunxiao thrust his sword straight ahead. The Flying Rainbow Sword gleamed with piercing cold light as it once again pierced through a black-clad man's chest, ending his life on the spot.

"Thank you for saving me." Beside Lu Yunxiao, a new student spoke softly, his face full of gratitude. Had Lu Yunxiao not arrived in time, he would truly have died.

"No need to thank me... Hm, it's you!" Looking at the somewhat familiar face before him, Lu Yunxiao froze for a moment. He remembered this person. Among the new students recruited in Mo City, aside from himself, this was the only one who had received a D-rank evaluation—a one-star Dou Zhe.

"Yes, it's me. My name is Zhang Yun. I am from Mo City too," the new student quickly said.

"I know. I remember you." Lu Yunxiao nodded and spoke in a Soft Voice.

Since they were both from Mo City, Lu Yunxiao's attitude toward him became somewhat gentler.

"The battle here is dangerous. You should retreat and stay with the other new students. It is safer there for now."

Lu Yunxiao spoke calmly.

"No, I am a Dou Zhe too. I can be of help."

To Lu Yunxiao's surprise, Zhang Yun's fighting spirit was exceptionally high. This made Lu Yunxiao regard him with a little more appreciation.

"Then be careful. I'm going ahead." After saying goodbye, Lu Yunxiao once again rushed toward the battlefield. At this moment, fighting was what mattered most.

Watching Lu Yunxiao's departing back, a trace of admiration flashed in Zhang Yun's eyes. Lu Yunxiao was even younger than him, yet his strength was astonishingly powerful. He was truly worthy of admiration.

Clenching his fist, Zhang Yun raised the blade in his hand and charged straight at a black-clad man as well.