King Zhen Dong's Reward: Snow Phoenix Carved Feather (Part One)

"Although your Asura Sect is strong, Qin Qing is a disciple of my Hundred Flowers Palace. It seems unreasonable for you to snatch her like this." Although Elder Meng's face was very ugly when she saw the appearance of Luo Wuxue, the leader of the Blood Hall, she was still unwilling to give up and wanted to make a final struggle.

"Hmph, if I heard correctly, Miss Qin Qing seems to have left behind resources to follow my Asura Sect Disciples? We're going to rob her? I think it's you who should be doing this," Luo Wuxue said in a deep voice, turning his face to the side.

"The child is ignorant and has been deceived by the sweet words of your Asura Sect Disciples. As an elder of the Hundred Flowers Palace, I absolutely cannot sit idly by and watch my disciples go astray," Elder Meng said, straightening his body abruptly.

"So, you Hundred Flowers Palace wants to start a war with our Asura Sect?" Without wasting any more breath arguing, as Large Sect located in Yanling Commandery, Luo Wuxue didn't need to care much about such Small Sect. She directly used the concept of inter -Sect warfare to settle the matter.

"You..." Elder Meng's expression changed upon hearing Luo Wuxue's words.

Sect war? How dare she? A few days ago, the Asura Sect Inner Sect wiped out Twelve Small Sects in one fell swoop. This move shocked the surrounding area. Although the headquarters of the Hundred Flowers Palace is not in Yanling Commandery, once the Asura Sect makes a move, not a single Hundred Flowers Palace disciple in Yanling Commandery will be able to escape.

"Is your Asura Sect a place where there is no reason?" Elder Meng shouted angrily, pointing at Luo Wuxue and not daring to accept the so-called Sect war.

"Reasoning? You force your way against the wishes of your disciples, and you call that reasoning? Your Hundred Flowers Palace is trying to forcibly take away the women of our Asura Sect Disciples, and you call that reasoning? Enough talk. If your Hundred Flowers Palace truly refuses to let go, then let's start a Sect war."

Luo Wuxue, the leader of the Blood Hall, exuded a bloodthirsty aura. He spoke in a deep voice, his words extremely forceful, befitting a disciple of a large sect.

"Yes, at worst we can wage a sect war. Even if all twelve small sects are destroyed, it won't make a difference if your Hundred Flowers Palace is destroyed..." As the Blood Hall Master spoke, several Blood Hall disciples behind him stepped forward, their killing intent surging and filled with a bloody aura. They were all at the Reversal Realm cultivation level.

The Blood Hall Disciples specialize in assassinations, so naturally, their aura of blood is incredibly strong, giving the impression of Venomous Snake lurking in the shadows.

"Hmm? He's Zhang Kuang..." Zhuge Xiang raised an eyebrow slightly.

The disciples beside the Blood Hall Master all possessed the cultivation of the Returning to Simplicity Realm, but Zhang Kuang was only at the Meridian Opening Realm. His cultivation was far inferior. However, what truly alarmed Zhuge Xiang was that the iron spear behind Zhang Kuang actually rang out and trembled slightly, its aura filled with an indomitable penetrating power.

"Spear Intent!? Zhang Kuang actually comprehended Spear Intent, no wonder..." Zhuge Xiang was surprised by the Spear Intent displayed by Zhang Kuang. Then he suddenly realized that it was no wonder Zhang Kuang, with his Meridian Opening Realm cultivation, was qualified to stand next to Luo Wuxue. Having comprehended Spear Intent, Zhang Kuang's value would naturally increase many times over. His success rate in entering the Deity Transformation Realm would be a million times higher than others.

Elder Meng's eyes widened in disbelief. Zhuge Xiang was Asura Sect Disciple. Although he had not reached the Deity Transformation stage, he had already comprehended a powerful Sword Intent. Such a genius made Elder Meng envious. However, looking at Zhang Kuang, Elder Meng was dumbfounded. He was another disciple who had comprehended the Spear Intent, and he only had the cultivation of the Meridian Opening Realm stage.

My god, how many geniuses in the Asura Sect can comprehend the Weapon Intent without even reaching the Deity Transformation stage? You'd rarely encounter one like this every three to five years, and I've actually met two today? Could this be the true foundation of a Major Sect?

Given Luo Wuxue's domineering nature and the power of the Major Sect, they had no choice but to retreat if they didn't want to be wiped out. Therefore, Elder Meng retreated. However, as he left, he looked at Qin Qing with some resentment and disappointment, saying, "You are young and ignorant, blinded by so-called love. If you want to be with Zhuge Xiang, you must constantly improve yourself. Otherwise, you will have to separate from him in the future, and by then, it will be too late for regrets."

Qin Qing understood Elder Meng's last words. If she didn't return to the Hundred Flowers Palace, her cultivation would naturally slow down. However, Zhuge Xiang's talent was astonishing. Once the gap between the two widened, they would inevitably become strangers. That's how it is in the Cultivation World.

Finally, Elder Meng left. Qin Qing was held in Zhuge Xiang's arms, her eyes glazed over, unsure if her decision was right. But lying in Zhuge Xiang, Qin Qing became resolute again. No matter what, staying by Zhuge Xiang's side would surely greatly improve her artistic level in playing the zither.

Forcing back a Nascent Soul stage expert from a small sect was like a trivial matter to Luo Wuxue; he showed no sign of pride. He simply turned to Zhuge Xiang, his eyes burning with intensity, and said, "I see you exude a bloodthirsty aura. It's a waste for you to stay in the Battle Hall. How about I transfer you to my Blood Hall? With your talent, it's not impossible for you to replace me as the Blood Hall Master in the future."

Looking at Zhuge Xiang and sensing the powerful Sword Intent emanating from him, as well as his dominance over the Deity Transformation Stage Cultivator from the Hundred Flowers Palace, Luo Wuxue Luo Wuxue pleasantly surprised by both his talent and courage. He was already delighted by Zhang Yang's Zhang Kuang in comprehending Spear Intent, but seeing Zhuge Xiang Luo Wuxue with even greater excitement. Such a genius was too good to miss; more importantly, such a talent, if kept in the Battle Hall ...

Luo Wuxue's words made the Blood Hall Disciples were at the Return to Simplicity Realm look at Zhuge Xiang with envy. As a disciple of the Battle Hall, Luo Wuxue's willingness to associate with a powerful figure from the Battle Hall showed his high status in Luo Wuxue's heart.

"Thank you for your kind offer, Hall Master Luo, but I feel quite content staying in the Battle Hall," Zhuge Xiang shook his head and declined Luo Wuxue's invitation.

Although the Blood Hall is also a combat hall, it mainly focuses on one-on-one assassination missions. For Zhuge Xiang, gaining experience is best achieved through large-scale melee battles. Zhuge Xiang's decision to join the Battle Hall was made after careful consideration, and he would not change his mind easily.

"You don't understand. Your development in the Battle Hall is definitely not as good as in the Blood Hall. The Battle Hall is not as simple as you think." Shaking his head, Luo Wuxue couldn't say some things openly in front of everyone.

"I know, is Hall Master Luo referring to our War Hall Master? I'm the kind of person who's not afraid of trouble, I'm afraid of having no trouble at all. Pressure is what motivates me, isn't it?" Zhuge Xiang replied with a grin.

His words stunned Luo Wuxue. If he understood what kind of person the War Hall Master was, why did he still choose to stay in the Battle Hall?

Taken aback, Luo Wuxue's eyes suddenly lit up as he stared intently at Zhuge Xiang, his gaze as if he were looking at a priceless treasure. He nodded and said, "Haha, you have ambition. With your character, you will surely become famous Yanling Commandery in the future. Since you have made your decision, I will not say more. But one last thing: the Blood Hall's doors will always be open for you."

Luo Wuxue clearly found Zhuge Xiang's talent and personality to his liking. After leaving behind a few words, he turned and left. Zhang Kuang was the last to leave, his eyes filled with fighting spirit as he stared intently at Zhuge Xiang, saying, "When we return to the Inner Sect, I will challenge you again."

"I'd be happy to oblige," Zhuge Xiang said with a smile, looking at Zhang Kuang. He also wanted to see just how strong Zhang Kuang had become after comprehending the Spear Intent.

The Blood Hall members turned and returned to the Inner Sect. Seeing that the matter here had been resolved, the crowd that had gathered on the street gradually dispersed, though they were still discussing it amongst themselves.

Some marveled at the Asura Sect's power, some admired Zhuge Xiang's courage, and of course, some felt Qin Qing had made the wrong choice. As Cultivator, she should prioritize cultivation; being too entangled in emotions would surely lead to a bad future...

Qin Qing remained silent amidst the gossip, simply holding Zhuge Xiang tightly. Her actions had practically amounted to betraying the Hundred Flowers Palace, yet holding Zhuge Xiang brought her a sense of peace. Qin Qing whispered, "Zhuge Xiang, I have nothing left now, I am nothing at all. Please, never betray me."

"Don't worry, even if you have no cultivation at all, I will never abandon you in the future," Zhuge Xiang replied with a righteous air in response to Qin Qing's words.

Although he didn't have deep feelings for Qin Qing, she was still his woman, so naturally he wouldn't abandon her.

"This scene is truly enviable, such a passionate love. I didn't want to disturb them..." Just then, a familiar voice rang out.

Upon hearing this, Zhuge Xiang turned his head and was slightly taken aback. "Brother Dongfang?"

Indeed, the one who spoke was none other than Dongfang Yan, the young master of the Dongfang Family. The two old servants beside him were gone, replaced only by a robust middle-aged man.

He couldn't sense any aura from this middle-aged man, but Zhuge Xiang's instincts told him that he was dangerous, a danger far greater than that emanating from Qing Mingzi, Zhen Yeming, or Elder Meng.

"We parted ways in Rakshasa City, Brother Dongfang, didn't you already return? How come you've appeared in Ink Martial City so soon?" Zhuge Xiang asked, looking at Dongfang Yan with some surprise.

After parting ways that day, Zhuge Xiang and Lu Yuling rushed back to Ink Martial City without stopping. Dongfang Yan had taken Situ Zhaixing back to the Dongfang Family, so why was he now in Ink Martial City? Hadn't he gone back? How could that be? Was there anything more important than Situ Zhaixing's matter?

"Masters at the Deity Transformation stage Artifact Flight; the best can travel Three Mountains and Five Sacred Peaks Five Lakes and Four Seas in a single day. I came to Ink Martial City today to find Brother Zhuge. I have already delivered your things to you..."

With a slight sway of his pink folding fan, the Young Master Yin Dongfang Yan, still exuding a delicate and feminine aura, spoke in a sweet, coquettish voice. (To be continued...)