Wang Lian had naturally considered killing her in return as well, but thanks to the Black Tower's assistance, he had managed to see through several aspects of Zhao Xiaoxiang's true strength.
Before, when he could not see clearly, he had thought that if he made a sacrifice, his chances of killing her in return would be high. But now that his perspective had broadened, he felt Zhao Xiaoxiang's terror more and more deeply.
No wonder the Ancient Clan people all wanted her dead. If she reached Grand Sovereign first, then even if Ancient Cosmos brought out every last thing it had hidden away, it would be useless.
At this moment, he could clearly sense an exceedingly terrifying power within Zhao Xiaoxiang's body. As for just how terrifying it was—drawing on the Black Tower's power, he had deduced all manner of futures, and in every single one, he was beaten to death alive.
Run! Only by running—
would he have a chance.
The sword light flickered out of existence as he prepared to flee into endless dimensions and erase his trail.
But just then, a great seal suddenly slammed toward him. Its power was not strong, yet it carried a profound freedom and mystery. Space and time seemed to freeze for a trillionth of an instant.
Such a tiny span of time could ordinarily be ignored, but at a critical moment like this, it was fatal.
Zheng Xin had made his move, using his treasure, the Universe Great Seal, to deliver an exceptionally crucial strike.
As a Child of Heavenly Mandate, boldness tempered by caution was the standard. Indeed, if Wang Lian could spare a hand now, he could kill Zheng Xin in a single move. Yet Zheng Xin still dared to involve himself in the battle. Such courage was unquestionably