What Do You Mean Yun Shan Fought Wu Protector Over Xiao Yan?

Hehehe!

Upon hearing that laugh, which sounded like it belonged to no good, Yun Shan knew that the person from the Soul Hall had arrived!

The black mist that had appeared out of nowhere on the chair surged violently, with two scarlet lights flickering like will-o'-the-wisps within, firmly locked onto Yun Shan.

A chill emanating from the depths of his soul instantly swept over Yun Shan's entire body, causing him to tense his muscles almost instinctively, and his Dou Qi subconsciously accelerated its flow through his meridians.

The indifference on his face froze instantly, replaced by an undisguised fear and a hint of barely perceptible anger.

This Wu Protector is still as elusive as ever. In his eyes, the Forbidden Ground in the Back Mountain of the Misty Cloud Sect is completely ignored!

This is not merely a suppression of strength, but also a silent deterrent!

"So it was Wu Protector!"

Yun Shan forcibly suppressed the surging anger in his heart, his voice somewhat hoarse, and bowed in the direction of the black mist.

Out of the corner of his eye, he caught sight of Yun Leng kneeling on the ground. Under the terrifying pressure and sinister laughter of the other party, the latter's body, which was already trembling with fear, was now shaking even more violently, almost burying his head in the ground, not daring to even breathe.

"Hehehe..." The laughter from within the black mist was laced with a sickening mockery. "The Yun Shan Sect Master seems to be in a rather unpleasant mood?"

Two points of red light flickered faintly in the black mist, seemingly able to pierce through the heart:

"Is he worried about disposing of a few pieces of junk? Or... is he having some inappropriate thoughts?"

Yun Shan's heart sank suddenly.

The other party's words were loaded with meaning. Could it be that the other party had discovered his previous plan to join forces with the future Xiao Yan to deal with Wu Protector?

But he quickly calmed down. Although this person was powerful, it was absolutely impossible for him to know his thoughts. This was probably a deliberate test, or even a warning!

"What makes you say that?" Yun Shan took a deep breath, trying to make his tone calm and respectful. "Sect affairs are complicated, and as soon as I came out of seclusion, I had some incompetent fellows to deal with. I apologize for making you laugh, Wu Protector. I wonder if you have come in person today because there is something you need my help with?"

He adopted a humble posture, but still maintained some of the dignity expected of Dou Zong powerhouse.

Meanwhile, Yun Leng's mind raced. This mysterious person seemed to be even stronger than the old sect master, and the old sect master also seemed to be strangely respectful to this person. It seemed that this person must have a considerable power behind him, at least much larger than Misty Cloud Sect.

The black mist slowly undulated, and the two scarlet lights seemed to carry a substantial pressure, making Yun Shan feel that the surrounding air had become heavier.

The sinister voice of the Wu Protector rang out, laced with mockery:

"Need your help? Heh heh heh... Yun Shan, have you forgotten who helped you break through that damned Dou Zong barrier? Who gave you the chance to extend your life? You enjoy the power bestowed upon you by the Soul Hall, yet you put on airs with me here?"

Yun Shan's face paled slightly, but his anger grew even stronger. He had only accepted the Soul Hall's help because he had no other choice. Now that he had broken through to the Dou Zong, how could he remain subservient to others for long?

Then his breakthrough was for nothing.

He wants to make the Misty Cloud Sect great again!

But at this moment, he truly couldn't afford to offend someone like Wu Protector...

Moreover, he did indeed rely on the Soul Hall to break through to the Dou Zong, a stain he cannot erase, yet an undeniable fact.

He remained silent for a moment, and finally managed to utter only a few words:

"Yun Shan, I dare not."

This humble demeanor clearly pleased Wu Protector, who stopped making things difficult for Yun Shan and simply said:

"Your disciple has done quite well for the Misty Cloud Sect these past few years, even managing to recruit a Sixth-Grade Alchemist. Hehehe, a soul of this quality is quite tempting to this protector. If you don't mind, why don't you hand that alchemist over to me? I will then speak to the Hall Master on your behalf, and perhaps it can even help you break through to the next level."

When Yun Shan heard Wu Protector specifically request a "Sixth-Grade Alchemist," he was taken aback.

What Sixth-Grade Alchemist? Yun'er brought back just Xiao Yan, didn't she?

Etc!

Could it be that...?

Is Xiao Yan that Sixth-Grade Alchemist?

But then, Yun Shan's heart sank, and a chill instantly shot from the soles of his feet to the top of his head.

He never expected that the people from the Soul Hall would notice Xiao Yan so quickly!

However, judging from Yun'er's concern for that boy, and considering his amazing talent, Yun Shan knew that this was absolutely impossible!

At this moment, his desire to protect Xiao Yan was stronger than ever before, because it not only concerned Yun Yun's happiness, but also the future hope of the Misty Cloud Sect, and even his possibility of breaking free from the control of the Soul Hall!

A fourteen or fifteen-year-old Sixth-Grade Alchemist, Dou Huang expert?

This is simply a miracle!

We absolutely cannot let that Wu Protector deal with Xiao Yan!

If a sacrifice is absolutely necessary, then it can only be made to let that Gu He...

Yun Shan's mind raced, and he quickly made a decision.

Xiao Yan is the future of the Misty Cloud Sect and must not be harmed in any way!

After managing to get rid of that Wu Protector, I had Yun'er take Xiao Yan outside to hide. If something really happened to the Misty Cloud Sect, at least there would still be a spark left!

Thinking of this, he suppressed his turbulent emotions, forced a respectful but slightly embarrassed smile onto his face, and cupped his hands in a gesture of respect.

"Wu Protector, you may not know this, but that alchemist... uh... is Yun'er's fiancé. He was training with a Dou Zun expert a few years ago and only recently returned. He's someone you really can't afford to offend. If Wu Protector truly needs the soul of a Sixth-Grade Alchemist, then..."

Yun Shan started spouting nonsense with a straight face, claiming that his background in the martial world was all self-created, and by the time the Soul Hall investigated, Yun'er and Xiao Yan would have already left the Misty Cloud Sect!

Then, his expression hesitated for a moment, before he gritted his teeth and said, despite the pain:

"Our sect's guest elder, Gu He, is also Sixth-Grade Alchemist and can serve the Hall Master!"

He had no other choice. For the sake of the Misty Cloud Sect, and for Yun'er, who was both his disciple and his daughter, he had to resort to this desperate measure.

Upon hearing this, the crimson eyes in the black mist flickered slightly. They hadn't expected that the Misty Cloud Sect could even curry favor with a disciple of a Dou Zun expert!

The fact that the Dou Zun expert was able to train a Sixth-Grade Alchemist suggests that he is likely Seventh-Grade or even Eighth-Grade Alchemist. An alchemist of this strength is most likely an elder of the Danta. If you really provoke him, it will definitely be a big problem.

I can't just stay holed up in the Soul Hall forever, can I?

Moreover, once you reach the Dou Zun level, you can create Spatial Jade Slip. Just crush them, and they will sense it, tear through space, and rush over, killing you with a single slap.

Moreover, if that Dou Zun expert is also Eighth-Grade Alchemist, a wave of his arm could attract a large number of Dou Zun and Dou Zong experts to help him. At that time, the branch hall might even be destroyed. As a mere Dou Zong, it's best not to get involved.

With this in mind, Wu Protector decided to temporarily avoid confrontation.

"Hmph, you do have a good disciple. Fine, for the sake of that Dou Zun expert, I'll let it go this time!"

Hearing that Wu Protector had given up the idea, Yun Shan breathed a sigh of relief. Thankfully, things hadn't gotten to the worst possible point!

However, the next moment, Yun Shan heard Wu Protector casually instruct:

"By the way, I have something to ask you to arrange later: investigate the Xiao families in the Jia Ma Empire and compile a list for me. This is an order personally given by the Hall Master. If you don't handle this well..."

Wu Protector did not explicitly state the consequences, but Yun Shan knew clearly that the consequences of failing to perform his duties would be far beyond what he could bear.

But... a family surnamed Xiao?

Yun Shan thought of Xiao Yan again.

Could it be that Xiao Yan had already come into the Soul Hall's sights before he came to the Misty Cloud Sect?

This is bad!

Should we hand that kid over?

No, I can't do that. Yun'er cares deeply for that boy. If I hand him over, how can I face the disciple who regards me as his father?

Moreover, Xiao Yan is talented and shrewd. As long as he survives this calamity, his future will be limitless. We must hurry up and get them out of here!

Yun Shan felt a sense of urgency, but nodded calmly on his face:

"Wu Protector, rest assured, in this Jia Ma Empire, there is nothing that my Misty Cloud Sect cannot do!"

Wu Protector was quite satisfied with Yun Shan's attitude.

"Well, in that case, I, the protector, will await your good news!"

After saying that, the black mist rose into the air and flew outwards.

"Wu Protector, please wait!"

Suddenly, an untimely voice rang out, and Yun Shan immediately looked down at Yun Leng, who had suddenly spoken.

"Hmm? A mere Dou Wang dares to speak to me? Yun Shan, you really are 'skilled at managing your subordinates'!"

Wu Protector ignored Yun Leng and mocked him in a sarcastic tone.

However, Yun Leng suddenly raised his head, his bloodshot eyes fixed on the black mist, and roared:

"Wu Protector! The old sect master is lying to you! What Dou Zun disciple? That's all bullshit. That person doesn't have such a lineage at all. He's Yun Yun's disciple. He's only fourteen or fifteen years old, but he's already Dou Huang expert."

He hasn't been out there gaining experience; instead, he's been cultivating at the Jia Nan Academy. He is indeed a genius, but he certainly doesn't have any powerful connections, otherwise the Xiao Family wouldn't have fallen into such a state. Moreover, this person's name is Xiao Yan, and he might just be the person you're looking for!

Upon hearing this, Yun Shan's expression changed drastically. He never expected to be betrayed by Yun Leng, and immediately shouted:

"Yun Leng! You're asking for death!"

But Yun Leng was completely reckless; he didn't give Yun Shan a chance to stop him, and continued shouting at an extremely fast pace:

"Wu Protector! In my opinion, the former sect leader clearly intends to protect him! He wants to cultivate him as a trump card to oppose you and the Soul Hall!!!"

"Shut up!!!"

The rage of Yun Shan instantly surged to its peak, like a dormant volcano erupting!

The terrifying aura of Dou Zong was unleashed without restraint, pressing down on Yun Leng like a tidal wave.

His hair and beard bristled, and his eyes burned with murderous intent!

This good-for-nothing fool, this ungrateful traitor!

How dare they betray Xiao Yan so ruthlessly at this critical juncture!

In his rage, Yun Shan had no time to consider the consequences; he only wanted to crush this scourge to dust immediately!

He suddenly raised his right palm, and his boundless Dou Qi condensed into a giant palm capable of shattering mountains. With the power to crush everything, he mercilessly slammed it down on the Yun Leng on the ground!

This palm strike contained all his anger and killing intent; he was determined to kill Yun Leng with one blow and reduce him to ashes!

"Wu Protector, save me!!!"

Faced with this deadly blow, Yun Leng let out a desperate scream.

However, just as the colossal hand, imbued with destructive power, was about to strike Yun Leng's head—

"Hehehehe... Why is Sect Master Yun Shan in such a hurry? Is he going to kill us to silence us?"

The black mist surged violently, and two points of scarlet light suddenly flared up!

The dense, impenetrable black mist shot out suddenly as if it had a life of its own, arriving first and precisely positioned between the giant palm of Dou Qi and the Yun Leng of Yun Shan.

"Bang!"

A deep, muffled thud echoed through the Forbidden Ground chamber.

Yun Shan's furious palm strike, which was enough to instantly kill Dou Wang, was easily neutralized by the Wu Protector in the black mist. The giant palm dissipated, only causing a violent fluctuation in the black mist, but it did not harm Yun Leng in the slightest.

Yun Shan swayed slightly, his face drained of color, and as he looked at the black mist that had easily neutralized his attack, his heart turned cold.

"Hehehehe..."

The Wu Protector's laughter rang out again, filled with undisguised, chilling excitement and greed.

If Yun Shan wasn't in a hurry to make a move, he really had no intention of taking action against a Sixth-Grade Alchemist who might be a disciple of Dou Zun just because of this ant's obviously provocative words.

But Yun Shan's subconscious reaction at this moment clearly shows that what Yun Leng said was true!

If that's the case, then this Xiao Yan is quite interesting.

Regardless of whether the Xiao Family the Hall Master is looking for is the family behind Xiao Yan, the fact that that teenager could reach the Dou Huang Realm and become Sixth-Grade Alchemist is enough for him to personally investigate!

Thinking of this, the two crimson lights in the black mist stared intently at Yun Shan like hungry wolves, their chilling voices carrying a morbid excitement:

"Yun Shan, you're not being honest!"

The black mist churned for a moment, then muttered to itself:

"Dou Emperor at fourteen or fifteen years old, Sixth-Grade Alchemist, what's that kind of talent called again... Xiao Yan, right? What a coincidence, how interesting!"

As if savoring this earth-shattering news, Wu Protector's scarlet eyes, filled with a playful scrutiny of prey, swept over the shocked and enraged Yun Shan, finally landing on Yunling, who lay limp on the ground, exhausted from surviving the ordeal, yet now twisted with a gleeful Yun Leng after hearing Wu Protector's change in tone.

"Yun Leng, is it? You... are very good." Wu Protector's voice carried a strange hint of approval. "I will remember your loyalty and honesty. If what you say is true, then you will become the sect leader of the Misty Cloud Sect!"

He no longer looked at Yun Shan, whose face was ashen. The crimson light shifted towards the outside of the secret chamber, seemingly piercing through layers of mountain walls, locking onto the location of the powerful soul fluctuation he had sensed earlier. His eyes were filled with an insatiable greed.

"That brat named Xiao Yan, I'm going to have him!"

Upon hearing this, Yun Shan took a deep breath, unleashing his full Dou Qi, and directly unleashed the Great Sorrow Wind-Tearing Hand, striking at Wu Protector with a chilling tone:

"In that case, you might as well die!"