Preparing to Break Off the Engagement!

Yun Shenwei first attacked with his most ordinary method, only to discover that while it could inflict damage, the damage was very limited. At this rate, even if he exhausted all his strength, he would not be able to completely eliminate the enemy.

There was even a chance that when he was exhausted, this magical beast would seize the opportunity to counterattack.

"Armor-Piercing Ability Increased!"

The Extraordinary Driver automatically identified the enemy's defensive state and directly changed the user's attack form.

In an instant, Yun Shenwei found that his speed had slowed. His attack power remained unchanged, but he had gained formidable penetrating power.

Not only that, Yun Shenwei felt that his vitality and defensive capabilities were steadily increasing. This was the legendary method of using armor to counter defense.

"Break!"

Yun Shenwei swung his fist. His attack had not looked particularly powerful before, but at this moment, it actually ignored the opponent's defensive shield and struck the tiger directly on the head.

"Roar!"

The Wind Spirit Tiger let out a miserable cry. The opponent's attack could completely ignore its defensive shield, which greatly surprised it.

Though it was merely a magical beast, its advantages in innate talent were obvious. That was why these magical beasts had survived for tens of millions of years.

Some magical beasts were naturally speed-oriented, so they excelled at sneak attacks. Others were naturally power-oriented, so they excelled at frontal assaults. Still others were balanced between offense and defense, just like the Wind Spirit Tiger.

"Normally, unless I used some special method, my attacks could never break through its defense. But now, I only need to casually throw a punch to injure it. This is simply too powerful."

As Yun Shenwei marveled at the strength of his attacks, he quickly discovered that his fists truly could ignore the opponent's defensive shield. Moreover, as the battle continued, the opponent's shield was consumed at an accelerating rate.

"Too strong!"

After realizing how effective his attacks were, Yun Shenwei intensified his assault. Before long, the opponent's shield completely dissipated, and its body was covered in blood.

"Burst!"

At this moment, Yun Shenwei did not hesitate in the slightest and changed the advantages on his body once again. All of them were concentrated on attack and speed.

"Emperor Wind Piercing Thrust!"

A thunderous sound rang out, and the fierce tiger was quickly slain.

After finishing everything, Yun Shenwei stored the corpse in the Dimensional Warehouse. Perhaps he did not think much of such things now, but he knew that even a mosquito was still meat. At the very least, he could sell it for some money after taking it back, and perhaps other disciples could use it.

Loot had to be collected. What a waste it would be to leave it behind for nothing. Besides, this magical beast had rampaged through the mountain range, slaughtering countless herbivorous magical beasts. It had indeed caused tremendous harm.

"Now, I can be considered to have done a good deed. But I've always kept a low profile and never left my name behind when doing good deeds. Getting some Resentment Value is enough."

After dealing with the magical beast, Yun Shenwei was thoroughly satisfied. Not only had he tested his strength, but during his battle with the beast just now, a great deal of Resentment Value had also appeared within its body.

Only then did Yun Shenwei understand that resentment was not produced solely by humans. Some other creatures could produce it as well.

"Haha, now I can get rich! In the future, not only can I provoke people into anger to gain Resentment Value, even some magical beasts can get angry. This is simply a blessing for me."

Thinking of his wonderful future, Yun Shenwei felt delighted. He continued deeper into the mountain range, seeking wild beasts to fight and test his own strength.

Several days later, Yun Shenwei had gotten ample practice in the forest and could perfectly adapt to the transformations of his own power. He was now far, far stronger than before.

If defeating Gu Ming had once required him to be serious and go all out, now half the time would be enough.

The armor-piercing ability could greatly weaken the opponent's defense, while the powerful burst could instantly subject an enemy who had lost their defenses to a massive impact. The perfect combination of these two abilities was seamless.

"Senior Brother! Where are you? The Sect Master needs to see you!"

At this moment, the calls of several disciples came from the forest.

After a moment's thought, Yun Shenwei quickly understood what it was about. Without another word, he ran back and found the people calling for him.

"Senior Brother!"

The Misty Cloud Sect disciple hurriedly cupped his fists in salute.

"Did you come looking for me because of the matter of breaking off the engagement?"

Without even wiping the sweat from his forehead, Yun Shenwei immediately asked. He felt that was probably the case, since he had made himself very clear before the competition.

"Senior Brother, you really are remarkably perceptive. The elders did indeed send us to relay this matter."

A look of astonishment appeared on the Misty Cloud Sect disciple's face. He had not expected his Senior Brother to be so clever. Before he had even explained the matter, the other party had already guessed it.

"The First Elder has already gone to the Nalan Family."

After thinking for a moment, the Misty Cloud Sect disciple told him everything he knew about this trip.

Yun Shenwei nodded, casually tossed him some cultivation pills, patted him on the shoulder, and headed back.

"Thank you, Senior Brother!"

The young disciple was overjoyed. He had never imagined that merely delivering a message would earn him such a great reward. He felt even more grateful toward his Senior Brother.

Outside the Misty Cloud Sect's main hall.

After learning the news, Yun Shenwei rushed back in a panic. When he arrived, he saw many people standing before the entrance.

"Disciple Yun Shenwei greets the Sect Master!"

Yun Shenwei spotted the Sect Master, Yun Yun, among the crowd—the woman who shared a sworn sibling relationship with him—and immediately cupped his fists in respectful salute.

At this moment, Yun Yun exuded a noble aura, and the people beside her were several familiar faces Yun Shenwei recognized.

Nalan Yanran, Second Elder Yun Li, Third Elder Yun Heng, and Deacon Ge Ye.

"You brat, nobody knows where you've been these past few days. Anyone who didn't know better would think you'd been assassinated."

Upon seeing Yun Shenwei, Third Elder Yun Heng stroked his beard and said with a faint smile.

"I can tell from the bloodlust on this kid that he must have been diligently cultivating again."

Second Elder Yun Li laughed heartily, then turned and said, "Sect Master, since Yun Shenwei has arrived, you should give the order."

"Mm, very well."

Yun Yun nodded gently, her gaze soft as she said, "This trip to the Xiao Family to break off the engagement is extremely important. Therefore, Second Elder Yun Li will personally lead the group."