One of Our Own

Jin Xuanzi's thoughts blurred for a moment, then he regained his composure. As a Talisman Realm martial artist, his essence, energy, and spirit were perfectly integrated, almost one and the same. Unless the soul power was exceptionally strong and profound, it couldn't affect him for long.

"This woman has to die.

"Otherwise, I won't get away."

Having made up his mind, Jin Xuanzi's eyes instantly darkened. Brilliant golden light ignited along the edge of his hand, slicing through the air with a sizzling hiss as his left palm came down even faster.

Behind him, the fierce-faced Wu Envoy raised a palm as well, aiming it at Jin Xuanzi.

Sensing another enemy move, Jin Xuanzi's expression remained impassive. He made no effort to dodge or counterattack, instead pouring all his Talisman Power into a slash at Cloud Tiger's neck.

But just then, another heavy thud sounded by his ear. His vision blurred once more, and a powerful, strange feeling erupted in his heart. The person before him seemed like the woman he loved, a treasure he had guarded for years.

She was a woman he could never bring himself to hurt, a woman he had to protect with his life.

Cloud Tiger's mental Secret Technique had worked again.

"Well done."

Wu Envoy gave an almost imperceptible nod. His gaze brimmed with admiration as he looked at Cloud Tiger. This White Bone Sect ally didn't have many offensive martial techniques, but her various mental support techniques were truly impressive. Working with her was a delight.

Black light swirled around his palm, where a hideous fissure opened to reveal a nearly transparent, razor-sharp object.

Wu Envoy was confident that if this strike landed, it would bring their struggle to an end.

And they would undoubtedly be the victors.

Before Jin Xuanzi, Cloud Tiger's