Shen Ao was a steady and resourceful man, skilled at observation. At this moment, Xiang Yang's unusual behavior cast a faint shadow over his heart.
"If things were truly as Xiang Yang said, if he had long anticipated our scheme and ambush, why would he still willingly plunge headfirst into it? Could it be that he had another plan?
For instance, could this be a trap within a trap? We used the Yongzhou Governor's connections to lure him out of Yong City, while he willingly acted as bait to hook us, intending to catch us all in one net?
No, no, no, I'm overthinking it. Perhaps he simply regarded life and death as nothing."
Several thoughts flashed through Shen Ao's mind. Still, he carefully used his primordial spirit to sense everything within several miles. Finding no fluctuations or abnormalities, and confirming that Xiang Yang was the only true expert capable of contending with them, he finally relaxed.
Since no other experts lay in ambush, it clearly was not a trap within a trap.
"Enough nonsense. Make your move."
Yet Shen Ao still felt vaguely ill at ease. After settling the thoughts in his heart, he coldly spoke to the other five.
Xiang Yang flexed the fingers behind his back, occasionally making calculations. As he watched the six men encircle him in midair, his expression remained tranquil, while the light of wisdom that seemed to see through all things flickered in his eyes.
Mo Fengnian was the first to act in response to Shen Ao's words. The Pine Pattern Iron Sword left its sheath, and the moment he struck, it was a killing move.
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