Black Eagle Guard

The Black and White Academy, as the foremost academy on the Azure Wave Continent, owes its status not only to the backing of the Sacred Domain Liang Family but also to one crucial individual: Prefecture Lord Liu Wuxie.

Ge Changqing, one of the Myriad Treasures Tower's four chief stewards, knew better than anyone what kind of existence Liu Wuxie was.

He was from the same era as Liu Wuxie and deeply understood his terrifying power.

In that era, Liu Wuxie was unrivaled in his time.

Even the Sacred Domain Liang Family had to show him considerable respect.

As the saying goes, the strong are often lonely. Liu Wuxie had swept through all the powers of the Azure Wave Continent, with no one able to stand against him. Finally, he turned his gaze towards the Sacred Domain Liang Family.

With his own strength, he swept through the Liang Family's eight Venerables and four Protectors.

Even the Liang Family Patriarch's intervention ended in defeat.

In desperation, the Liang Family Old Ancestor was forced to appear, and he and Liu Wuxie entered the Liang Family Forbidden Ground.

No one knew who was stronger after that battle.

All that was known was that not long after leaving the Liang Family, Liu Wuxie went on to become the Prefecture Lord of the Black and White Academy.

With Liu Wuxie's arrival, the Black and White Academy entered an unprecedented golden age.

Many disciples joined the Black and White Academy simply to catch a glimpse of Liu Wuxie's demeanor.

For the past ten years, Liu Wuxie had not appeared in public, and all affairs of the Black and White Academy were handled by the five Grand Academicians. Now, upon hearing that Ge Changqing had received a personal transmission from Liu Wuxie, how could he not be shocked?

"No..." After a long pause, Ge Changqing reacted. "Chief Liang, are you certain it was Prefecture Lord Liu who personally transmitted?"

It couldn't be blamed that Ge Changqing was incredulous. Could an existence like Liu Wuxie go to such lengths for a mere Liu Family?

Yes!

The Liu Family was one of the three major families in Soaring Dragon City, but that was only within Soaring Dragon City.

The Azure Wave Continent was vast, with countless towns and cities, and innumerable powers stronger than the Liu Family. Could a small family like theirs even be considered significant?

It wasn't just Ge Changqing who didn't believe it; Liang Simeng felt the same way.

Even if they didn't believe it, what difference did it make? Liu Wuxie had indeed sent the transmission, and that was an unchangeable fact.

"Elder Ge, it is indeed the Prefecture Lord," Liang Simeng replied. Liu Wuxie's true nature was something Liang Simeng understood deeply. Even her father would have treated him with utmost respect, let alone herself.

"No wonder!" Ge Changqing's furrowed brow relaxed. "No wonder they could eliminate the Liu Family right under my nose without anyone noticing. So, it was Prefecture Lord Liu himself who took action."

Even though Ge Changqing still found it hard to believe, it was of no use. After all, only this explanation made sense.

However, he never understood why the Liu Family had provoked Liu Wuxie in the first place.

"Forget it!" Ge Changqing waved his hand lightly. "In that case, let's pretend this never happened."

"Mhm!" Liang Simeng nodded. "Elder Ge, after selecting the disciples tomorrow, I will return to the academy. I've troubled you during this period."

"Chief Liang, there's no need for such politeness," Ge Changqing said with a gentle smile. "Our Myriad Treasures Tower has a very good relationship with the Black and White Academy, so it's only natural that we trouble each other."

"Oh, right!" After a pause, Ge Changqing asked, "May I know who meets the Black and White Academy's standards this time?"

"Currently," Liang Simeng's gaze drifted out the window, "besides Liu Kai, who has already met his demise, there is Yang Xuan of the Yang Family, Zhao Xiong of the Zhao Family, and another is Zhang Shiqing of the Zhang Family."

"The Zhang Family girl?" Ge Changqing was slightly surprised. "I've seen that girl. Two years ago, she was already at the Ninth Level of Qi Condensation. I didn't expect her to remain dormant for two years before finally reaching the Mystic Spirit Realm."

As if recalling something, Ge Changqing said meaningfully, "Now that the Liu Family is destroyed, not only has the Zhang Family produced Zhang Shiqing, but I also heard that their son-in-law has an unusual connection with Pan Xu from the Black Eagle Prefecture. It's only a matter of time before they replace the Liu Family."

Qin Jishi?

A complex expression flickered in Liang Simeng's beautiful eyes.

Ge Changqing noticed this expression. "Chief Liang, do you know the Zhang Family's son-in-law?"

"I don't know him!" Liang Simeng denied. "Even if he knows Pan Xu from the Black Eagle Prefecture, what of it? In the end, he's just a Mortal."

Ge Changqing: "..."

Azure Wave Imperial Capital, North Commandery!

As the most prosperous city on the Azure Wave Continent, the Azure Wave Imperial Capital's prosperity was undeniable.

The entire Imperial Capital was divided into five Commanderies, each vast and stretching for thousands of miles.

The Black Eagle Prefecture was a transcendent power located in the North Commandery, holding a certain status throughout the entire Imperial Capital.

Outside the massive sect, a towering pillar pierced the clouds. At its apex stood a majestic black eagle with wings spread, its beak like an iron hook and its talons like steel blades.

The words "Black Eagle Prefecture" were carved in gold on the pillar, exuding a powerful oppressive aura.

Inside the prefecture, in front of a magnificent palace, flowers bloomed in profusion, birds sang, and the scent of blossoms filled the air. Under the trees, cages held golden finches, their chirps occasionally ringing out.

In the Yihe Hall, the residence of the Black Eagle Prefecture's Second Madam, dozens of maids stood on either side of the palace. Porcelain items were frequently thrown from the palace, shattering with crisp, melodious sounds.

These maids trembled, their hearts clenching with each broken piece of porcelain.

"Elder Sun, what did you say? Our Liu Family... our Liu Family was exterminated?"

Inside the palace, Sun Baitan stood grimly to the side. A beautiful woman exuding authority, with a voluptuous figure, captivating charm, and alluring grace, was filled with rage.

This beautiful woman was the Second Madam of the Black Eagle Prefecture Lord, Liu Qiang's sister, Liu Benlian.

"Second Madam!" Sun Baitan's voice was low. "According to the news I received, the Liu family has indeed... indeed been wiped out."

When Sun Baitan left Soaring Dragon City, before he could even return to the northern region of the Azure Wave Continent, he received news of the Liu family's annihilation. This shocked him immensely.

Although his trip to Soaring Dragon City had been a complete humiliation, hearing the news of the Liu family's destruction still left him utterly stunned.

Regardless of anything else, that was the Second Madam's maternal family. Upon hearing this news, he dared not hesitate. Sun Baitan hurried back to his sect and informed Liu Benlian.

Liu Benlian was consumed by rage, exactly as Sun Baitan had expected. Anyone else in her position would have been the same...

Slam!

Upon confirming the news, Liu Benlian violently slammed the cup in her hand onto the ground.

"Who... who did this..." It was evident that Liu Benlian's fair face was contorted with fury, and an overwhelming killing intent enveloped the hall, causing even someone of Sun Baitan's caliber to involuntarily shiver...

Although Liu Benlian was a woman, she was a Heavenly Dipper Realm expert and held a prestigious position in the Black Eagle Prefecture.

Sun Baitan could only imagine the tempestuous storm her fury would unleash.

In just a moment, the once elegant palace was in disarray.

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh...

In her extreme anger, Liu Benlian's chest heaved as she drew deep breaths that echoed through the surroundings.

After a long while, as her emotions began to calm, Liu Benlian spoke with chilling coldness, "Elder Sun, you mentioned earlier that the one who made an enemy of my Liu family was named Qin Jishi? And he has a connection with the Young Prefecture Lord?"

"That's right!" Mentioning Qin Jishi, Sun Baitan exuded a killing aura. "I imagine the Young Prefecture Lord has a deep connection with him, otherwise, why would I have suffered such humiliation?"

"Second Madam!"

Sun Baitan pondered for a moment, his eyes narrowing. "You suspect he is involved in this?"

"Precisely~" Liu Benlian clenched her fists. "If this brat can have a connection with the Young Prefecture Lord, he might also be connected to others. Whether or not he was the one who annihilated my Liu family, he must die..."

"Second Madam, you mean?"

"Have the Black Eagle Guard handle it."

"The Black Eagle Guard?"

Sun Baitan frowned. "Second Madam, mobilizing the Black Eagle Guard requires the Prefecture Lord's token. They only recognize the token, not the person."

"I know that, of course." Liu Benlian moved her hand and tossed a black eagle token over.

Sun Baitan: "..."

Looking at the black eagle token in his hand, Sun Baitan's eyes were filled with shock.

The Prefecture Lord had actually given the Black Eagle token to the Second Madam? He knew better than anyone what that implied.

It seemed their decision to support the Second Young Master was a wise one.

"Go, and remember, bring him back alive, or bring back his corpse."

"Understood!" A cold glint flashed in Sun Baitan's eyes. "Qin Jishi, this time I will flay you alive."

The Black Eagle Guard acting meant it was the Prefecture Lord's will. Even if Pan Xu found out, he would have to swallow his anger. Did he dare question his own father?