The Might of the Gang Sword, Instant Kill in One Strike

Within Night Gazing Peak.

Liu Ruyan stared fixedly at Ren Xiaoyao.

Although Ren Xiaoyao admitted that he was indeed handsome, Liu Ruyan's gaze was far too lecherous. If he did not have some strength and confidence now, he would truly fear that Liu Ruyan would devour him clean.

After all, Liu Ruyan was a Demonic Maiden. Ren Xiaoyao suspected that she was more than capable of doing something like forcing herself on him.

"The Great Evolution Tome is so precious that Li Chunfeng surely would not let you get near it easily. You only need to find some Spider Silk and report it to me."

Liu Ruyan said with a smile.

"Mm."

Ren Xiaoyao nodded, pretending to humor Liu Ruyan before asking a question.

"I heard that Ren Ruohai was the one who released you from the Heavenly Prison. How did you persuade him to take such a huge risk and let you out?"

"Hehe, Young Master, don't misunderstand. I didn't sleep my way into persuading him."

Liu Ruyan seemed to realize what Ren Xiaoyao was thinking and explained.

"In truth, it is rather complicated. My assassination attempt on Princess Changle, my capture and imprisonment in the Heavenly Prison, my eventual release by Ren Ruohai, and my infiltration into the Imperial Observatory—it was all planned long ago."

"The higher-ups behind me must have reached a deal with Ren Ruohai. I was merely carrying out orders and do not know the terms of that deal. My goal and mission are to obtain the Great Evolution Tome."

"Still, there was one exception. I never expected that the scapegoat Ren Xuanji chose would be you. Logically speaking, with his status as the True Martial Sect's master, he could have chosen any expendable ghost. Yet he insisted on forcing you, his youngest son, onto a dead-end road. I cannot understand it either. Does he truly want you dead that badly?"

Ren Xiaoyao nodded upon hearing this.

Liu Ruyan, the Great Evolution Tome, and Yuan Tiangang—these three matters were connected.

And Yuan Tiangang's matter involved Imperial Power itself. Who knew how many schemes lay behind it.

As for Ren Xuanji and Ren Ruohai—

Ren Xiaoyao naturally remembered this debt. Sooner or later, he would settle the score with them completely.

Liu Ruyan also noticed that Ren Xiaoyao was in a foul mood, so she gave a coquettish laugh.

"Young Master, I came in too much of a hurry last time and missed out on something wonderful. This time, I have all the time in the world. Come with me to the mountainside. I found a cave there, and I'll let you experience the pleasures of Dual Cultivation. It will surely restore part of your Martial Talent."

The Corner of Ren Xiaoyao's Eye twitched.

As expected of a Demonic Maiden. Her games were truly wild.

In truth, Ren Xiaoyao was somewhat conflicted.

If he agreed to this Demonic Maiden's improper demand, the sacrifice would be far too great.

But if he refused Liu Ruyan, this Demonic Maiden would surely use force. Then he could only resist, and once he acted, he would have no choice but to kill Liu Ruyan.

After all, Ren Xiaoyao did not wish to reveal that he possessed some combat ability.

And only the dead could keep secrets.

Yet at that very moment, Ren Xiaoyao sensed something unusual.

A moment ago, Night Gazing Peak had still been filled with the croaks of frogs and chirps of cicadas.

But the next moment, the entire Night Gazing Peak fell into a deathly silence.

"Killing Intent?"

Ren Xiaoyao's Spiritual Sense detected a sinister aura emerging from the mountainside, seemingly rushing toward him.

"Something's wrong!"

Liu Ruyan also sensed that aura. Her expression turned incomparably ugly as she said,

"What is going on? This terrifying aura is at least at the Grandmaster Realm!"

At that moment, Lian Wanhe of the Evil Sect, who stood on the mountainside, did not hesitate at all. His figure surged to the mountaintop like a gale.

He had to complete his mission tonight, and quickly at that. Under the pretext of seeking revenge against Li Chunfeng, he was to kill Ren Xiaoyao.

"Li Chunfeng, get the hell out here!"

Lian Wanhe of the Evil Sect roared.

His voice was thunderously loud, bolstered by True Essence from the Grandmaster Realm, and it nearly rang throughout the entire mountain.

Liu Ruyan, a Martial Artist of the First-Rank Realm, was left dizzy by that voice alone.

"Th-this is the aura of the Evil Sect!"

There were only so many Martial Artists at the Grandmaster Realm in the martial world, and almost all were renowned figures. As a powerful figure of the Demonic Dao, Liu Ruyan naturally recognized that the one who had come to kill was Lian Wanhe of the Evil Sect from the Northern Pasture Sea.

At that moment, the Evil Sect also detected Ren Xiaoyao and Liu Ruyan.

Under the moonlight, his figure became an Afterimage. Within only a few breaths, he appeared before Ren Xiaoyao and Liu Ruyan.

"It's this kid!"

Lian Wanhe of the Evil Sect's gaze instantly fell upon Ren Xiaoyao.

He recognized him. Ren Xiaoyao was the target of his journey.

"What, it's just you two juniors? Why hasn't that cowardly turtle Li Chunfeng come out to see me? If he still refuses to show himself, I'll kill the two of you first!"

Lian Wanhe of the Evil Sect looked at Ren Xiaoyao and Liu Ruyan with a sinister smile.

Liu Ruyan hurriedly explained,

"Lord Evil Sect, I am Liu Ruyan, the Saintess of the Illusory Moon Demonic Cult. Our Illusory Moon Demonic Cult has always been on good terms with the Evil Sect, and our Cult Master is an old friend of yours. If you seek Li Chunfeng for revenge, please do not vent your anger on us!"

When facing Lian Wanhe of the Evil Sect, Liu Ruyan's face had also Turned White.

After all, the gap between the First-Rank Realm and the Super-Rank Realm was far too great. In Lian Wanhe of the Evil Sect's eyes, Liu Ruyan was merely an ant.

Hearing Liu Ruyan announce her identity, Lian Wanhe of the Evil Sect was rather surprised.

"What? Why is the Saintess of the Illusory Moon Demonic Cult also in the Imperial Observatory? Forget it! I cannot be bothered with you. Since you belong to the Demonic Cult, I can spare your life. But the little fellow beside you must die!"

Hearing this, Liu Ruyan hurriedly said,

"He is the Husband I have taken a liking to, and also someone I intend to recruit into the Illusory Moon Demonic Cult. Could Lord Evil Sect spare him for the sake of my Illusory Moon Demonic Cult? After all, every grievance has its perpetrator and every debt its debtor. Your enemy is Li Chunfeng; there is no need to make things difficult for a little fellow."

"No!"

Lian Wanhe of the Evil Sect snorted. "Sparing your life is already giving the Illusory Moon Demonic Cult face. If you do not know what is good for you, I'll kill you too!"

The Evil Sect's mission was to kill Ren Xiaoyao. Naturally, he could not let Ren Xiaoyao go.

Upon hearing this, Liu Ruyan shielded Ren Xiaoyao behind her and said, "Evil Sect, why must you go this far? We have not provoked you in any way."

This scene also left Ren Xiaoyao somewhat surprised.

Ren Xiaoyao had originally thought that under such circumstances, Liu Ruyan should flee immediately.

Yet this woman was actually willing to brave the Evil Sect's wrath to protect him?

"Hahaha, what a pair of devoted lovers. I never thought that a Demonic Cult Demonic Maiden could be so infatuated. Since that is the case, I'll send you to hell together. On the Yellow Springs Road, you can make a pair of Desperate Escape lovebirds!"

Lian Wanhe of the Evil Sect laughed sinisterly.

[Detected that you are facing the Evil Sect's killing intent. You have the following choices]

[One: Kill the Evil Sect in a high-profile manner under Liu Ruyan's gaze. You can obtain Liu Ruyan's admiration.]

[Two: Wait until Liu Ruyan is defeated and unconscious, then strike discreetly and kill the Evil Sect. You can obtain the martial art: Golden Bell Shield]

At that moment, lines of text appeared before Ren Xiaoyao's eyes.

What was there to hesitate over?

He decisively chose the second option.

Ren Xiaoyao had no interest in being admired by Liu Ruyan.

Moreover, he did not wish to expose the fact that he could wield Martial Dao.

At that moment, the Evil Sect charged at Liu Ruyan.

He did not draw the longsword at his waist, merely channeling True Essence into his fist.

His fist tore through the air, rumbling like rolling thunder.

Liu Ruyan's face Turned White. She hurriedly gathered her strength to defend herself, but the gap was too great. Before Liu Ruyan could react, the Evil Sect's fist struck her body.

That fierce attack directly shattered all of Liu Ruyan's defenses.

Like a kite with its string cut, Liu Ruyan crashed heavily onto the ground. She coughed up mouthful after mouthful of blood and quickly lost consciousness.

Then the Evil Sect's gaze met Ren Xiaoyao's, and he gave another sinister smile.

He then drew the longsword at his waist. Blood from the Huben Guards below the mountain still dripped from its chilling blade.

The Evil Sect was somewhat wary of Liu Ruyan's status and had not taken her life.

But Ren Xiaoyao was different. He had to die.

Spiritual energy quietly stirred around Ren Xiaoyao.

Although Ren Xiaoyao's Spiritual Sense had already determined that the Evil Sect's power was only one-tenth of his own, this was still his first battle. Ren Xiaoyao remained cautious and prepared his defenses.

"Kid, do you have any last words?"

The Evil Sect looked at Ren Xiaoyao coldly.

"You came specifically to kill me, didn't you?"

Ren Xiaoyao stared at the Evil Sect. "I want to know who sent you to kill me."

Ren Xiaoyao could tell that nearly all of the Evil Sect's Killing Intent was directed at him.

When Li Chunfeng was mentioned, the Evil Sect had not shown much emotional fluctuation.

That proved that he himself was the Evil Sect's target.

Another killing trap aimed at him!

Ren Xiaoyao truly wanted to know who the mastermind behind it was.

"As for that, I cannot tell you. You can die with your eyes wide open!"

"Hahaha!"

The Evil Sect leaped into the air, pouring True Essence into his longsword. The Cold Glint was blinding. Even the air was cleaved apart by this strike, erupting in wave after wave of explosive booms.

The Evil Sect was incredibly fast. His figure transformed into an Afterimage that ordinary eyes could not follow.

A savage grin had already appeared on the Evil Sect's face.

He seemed to have already seen the scene of Ren Xiaoyao being pierced through by his sword.

For an ant like this to be killed by a Grandmaster such as himself was an honor in itself.

But at that very moment, Ren Xiaoyao used spiritual energy to activate the Pure Yang Void-Breaking Gang Sword.

An invisible Gang Qi Sword instantly appeared at Ren Xiaoyao's fingertips and shattered through the void. Before the Evil Sect's disbelieving eyes, the Gang Qi Sword pierced through his longsword and his body as well.

Clang.

The Evil Sect's longsword fell to the ground, cleanly severed into two pieces.

The Evil Sect himself was also cut into two halves. His broken body fell to the ground as blood gushed forth.

"True... True Man Realm... you..."

The Evil Sect's voice carried unwillingness and terror.

He seemed to have many more words to say, but his throat could no longer produce any sound. He breathed his last completely.