One Kill, or Robbery Pays Faster

Xiao Yan began to wonder if his family was being affected by his luck, as they were also encountering such a classic scenario.

But upon closer reflection, he realized that the problem wasn't with himself, but with the world!

In this world where people only cultivate fighting Dou Qi and not character, there are many like Mu Li and the Shi Jing, who are present at every stage of cultivation.

"If I don't want to suffer like this, I need to improve myself. When I become famous and invincible, there won't be anyone like this anymore." Xiao Yan inexplicably gave himself a shot of adrenaline.

Outside, he looked at the Shi Jing, whose face was growing increasingly grim, and said in a firm voice, "Shi Jing Dou Zong, you are now a Dou Zong. Apologize to them and leave Yan City, or I will punish you according to my own methods."

The Shi Jing rubbed his ears and suddenly burst out laughing, "Haha, how ridiculous!"

"Do you really think that just because you're Seventh-Rank Alchemist, you have the power to contend with our sect and the Lion Underworld Sect?"

"I'm only giving you some face because you're Seventh-Rank Alchemist. Do you really think I'm afraid of you?!"

Xiao Yan had no interest in listening to the Shi Jing's old tricks and simply extended his hand.

His physique is now close to that of Tier 8 Magical Beast. In terms of physical combat ability alone, he can rival High-Star Dou Zong, and his speed is extremely fast.

His outstretched hand caught everyone, including the Shi Jing, completely off guard.

Before he knew it, Xiao Yan's hand was already on the Shi Jing 'Shi Jing neck, gripping it in his palm and lifting it into the air.

The Shi Jing, his face filled with disbelief, swayed in the air trying to break free. "How is this possible!"

Xiao Yan exerted a little force, and the Shi Jing's face immediately turned pale due to insufficient blood supply.

Sensing the power of Xiao Yan's physical body, the Shi Jing's tone softened. "I'll leave, I'll leave right now! Master Yan Xiao, please forgive me!"

Xiao Yan silently bestowed upon it the title of "Master of Face Changing" in his heart, and then said, "I never give people a second chance."

As soon as he finished speaking, Xiao Yan suddenly exerted his strength, unleashing a terrifying force in his hand.

The physique of Shi Jing Dou Zong Master was as fragile as an eggshell under this terrifying force.

With a snap, the Shi Jing's neck was broken, and it was lifeless.

The entire venue was deathly silent.

No one anticipated this scene, and no one believed that the punishment Xiao Yan spoke of would actually be to take their lives.

At this moment, their shock at Xiao Yan's combat strength was overshadowed by their shock at Xiao Yan's courage.

The fact that Shi Jing Four-Star Dou Zong, was so easily crushed shows that Xiao Yan's combat strength is indeed strong and astonishing.

But compared to Xiao Yan's courage, this is nothing.

As an elder of the Lion Underworld Sect, Shi Jing may not have reached the high-level positions within the sect, but he was still an elder of the Lion Underworld Sect.

He came to Yan City to participate in the Vientiane Auction, caused trouble, injured his body, and lost face, but these are not problems, and the Lion Underworld Sect will not come to investigate.

But Xiao Yan killed him anyway!

An elder, even if not a high-ranking member, is definitely a visible representative of the Lion Underworld Sect.

If an elder of a sect is killed in public, the sect will definitely retaliate if it doesn't want its members to fall out.

In other words, Xiao Yan killing the Shi Jing is nothing special, but the consequence is that it could very likely attract High-Star Dou Zong or even Dou Venerate level experts to settle scores.

Even if Yan Xiao is Seventh-Rank Alchemist, he is still far from being Dou Zun expert expert.

"This Yan Xiao thinks that just because he's Seventh-Rank Alchemist, no one can touch him? How utterly foolish."

"Judging from his voice, he doesn't seem very old. Becoming Seventh-Rank Alchemist at such a young age is understandable, but it's a pity he offended the Lion Underworld Sect. His good days are coming to an end."

"I hope it won't affect the auction. I'm really interested in his items, and I've prepared quite a few good things for them."

The murmurs gradually rose, and although they were speaking in hushed tones, everyone present possessed cultivation, making their voices all the more audible.

Xiao Yan listened to these discussions but didn't care. Since he dared to kill the Shi Jing, he wasn't afraid of the Lion Underworld Sect's revenge.

In the original story, the Lion Underworld Sect was supported by the Soul Hall and pushed out to fight against its Flame Alliance. Including those recruited later and those supported by the Soul Hall, they could gather more than thirty Dou Venerate, almost sweeping across the entire Northwest Continent.

The Lion Underworld Sect is not as powerful as it once was. Perhaps its strongest member is still Six-Star Dou Venerate, but it is not invincible.

In particular, he isn't without Dou Venerate on his side...

"Do you all think that Master Yan Xiao is acting rashly?"

The Shi Jing is backed by the Lion Underworld Sect, and Master Yan Xiao may also have another force supporting him.

Even without that, given Master Yan Xiao's alchemy skills, sects that are no weaker than the Lion Underworld Sect would be very willing to protect him.

Therefore, everyone should refrain from making sarcastic remarks at this time.

A steady and powerful voice rang out from the crowd on both sides of the street.

Xiao Yan looked in the direction of the voice and found that the speaker was quite old, dressed in a golden robe with several lifelike giant pythons embroidered on it, as if they were about to come to life.

"Mo Tianxing, the sect leader of the Black Emperor Sect? He actually came too!"

"So it was Sect Leader Mo speaking! His insight has been truly enlightening!"

"Yes, how could Master Yan Xiao be so reckless? He must have someone backing him up."

The wind direction changed abruptly.

Xiao Yan looked at the normal Mo Tianxing with great interest, a feeling he couldn't quite describe.

This villain, who became his enemy in the original story, now seems to be a rare and intelligent person.

"No wonder the Black Emperor Sect has stood strong in the Black-Corner Region for so many years, Mo Tianxing is a talent." Xiao Yan had a thought of recruiting him.

Mo Tianxing is intelligent, and his cultivation as Four-Star Dou Zong is not bad either. Furthermore, the Black Emperor Sect has been deeply involved in the auction industry for many years. If he joins Tian Shu, the assistance he will bring will definitely be significant.

Xiao Yan gave Mo Tianxing a deep look, but didn't say anything more.

Recruiting is necessary, but not now. The best time will be when he has dealt with Demon Flame Valley and is the sole power in the Black-Corner Region.

He took off the Storage Ring on the Shi Jing's hand, examined it briefly, and a smile unconsciously crept onto his lips.

As an elder of the Lion Underworld Sect, Shi Jing possessed immense wealth, and having come to the auction this time, he had prepared a considerable amount of gold coins and treasures.

The most precious item among them was a Flame Pole Flower, which was suitable as the main ingredient for Tier 8 Medicinal Pill. It seemed to have been prepared for use in a barter auction of the Ice-Fire Energy Gathering Pill, but now it was given to him for free.

"Robbing is still the fastest way to make money," Xiao Yan thought to himself.

He's now increasingly eager to destroy Demon Flame Valley and make a fortune in one fell swoop.

Shaking off the greed in his mind, Xiao Yan carefully collected the Shi Jing's corpse, intending to use it to refine puppets later.

After completing this step, he said to Xiao Ding, "Take the person to the main hall and wait for me. I need to finish reading the letter I haven't finished reading yet."