Why Must You Force Me

Wang Family, Mud Loach Street.

After obtaining the Dark Energy method of the Great Tablet Shattering Hand, Wang Sheng, having studied it, managed to advance the Great Tablet Shattering Hand to the Great Accomplishment stage (1/3000) in less than half an hour of closed-door cultivation.

Wang Sheng now possessed an additional surge of Dark Energy within his body.

"Both the Forging Gold Technique and the Great Tablet Shattering Hand have reached the Dark Energy stage. I now have double the power, and with my identity as a Body Refiner, plus the Blood Stacking Technique cultivated to the second level as a safety net, I can make my move!"

Wang Sheng muttered to himself.

Under the shroud of night, Ershui City seemed uncharacteristically restless.

Wang Sheng, dressed in black and masked, with an ordinary long sword at his waist, moved across the rooftops.

His physique, tempered by the Dark Energy surge, had sharpened his senses. He could hear the sounds of murder, arson, pursuits, and escapes from various locations in the distance.

"Has it really come to this!"

Wang Sheng surveyed his surroundings, realizing that Ershui City by day and by night were like two different worlds.

By day, it was peaceful and serene, tranquil and safe.

By night, it was fraught with danger and constant fires.

However, this slaughter was currently limited to a certain group of people and had not yet affected ordinary citizens. Many even seemed to enjoy seeing the misfortunes of corrupt wealthy families, clapping their hands in approval.

Wang Sheng did not interfere in any of the chaos, choosing to be the mantis behind the cicada.

His objective today was clear: to kill Jin Cang.

Thousand Cranes Tower.

Wang Sheng stood in a dark alley, looking up. From the brightly lit tower, the faint sounds of music and singing could be heard. The large red lanterns hanging outside added to the festive atmosphere, painting a picture of a prosperous and peaceful era.

Jin Cang was somewhere within the Thousand Cranes Tower, indulging in food and drink.

"Enjoy your last supper,"

Wang Sheng whispered, and then his figure completely vanished into the darkness.

Time passed.

The moon climbed higher in the sky.

The land was bathed in moonlight, becoming surprisingly bright.

Wang Sheng had been sitting in the shadows, contemplating and cultivating the third level of the Blood Stacking Technique.

The movement of the moon exposed half of his position.

Just as Wang Sheng was about to change his location, Suddenly, A figure leaped over the wall and fell into the alley.

The smell of blood instantly filled the entire alley.

Even without looking, Wang Sheng could guess that this person was likely cut into a bloody mess.

"Save me, please, save my life. I am the Young Master of the Liu Family. Hurry and take me into the Thousand Cranes Tower. I'll give you a hundred taels of gold."

The person who fell to the ground, covered in blood, tried to struggle to his feet but couldn't. He could only beg Wang Sheng, who was sitting nearby, to save his life.

Wang Sheng had no intention of getting involved in such a pursuit. He stood up, intending to move to a different spot and leave.

But when he heard the name "Liu Family," his eyes flickered, and he stopped.

"Liu Family? Which Liu Family?"

Wang Sheng asked.

"The biggest Liu Family in Ershui City! I am the Young Master of the Liu Family. Hurry and take me into the Thousand Cranes Tower. I'll definitely give you a hundred taels of gold, quickly! Hurry and take me inside!"

The Young Master of the Liu Family said this with great agitation, glancing behind him from time to time, his eyes filled with fear.

Wang Sheng hadn't expected the night to be so lively, with even the Liu Family falling victim.

Just as Wang Sheng was about to step closer to inquire and understand what had happened, Then, Wang Sheng stopped.

He looked up.

Three breaths later, Several figures leaped over the wall in pursuit.

"Heh heh, Young Master Liu, you're quite fast. Your Thunder Leg cultivation is pretty good! What, not running anymore? The Thousand Cranes Tower is right in front of you! What a pity, what a pity!"

Among the pursuers, a bald, masked man at the forefront sneered.

"You'd best not bring trouble upon yourself! Leave quickly!"

Another masked man looked at Wang Sheng and spoke with a threatening tone.

Wang Sheng nodded and was about to leave.

Whatever could destroy the Liu Family couldn't be simple.

He couldn't be bothered to offend an unknown force over a bit of money.

"Wait a moment. I saw you seemed to want to save someone just now. Why don't you just stay put."

Seeing Wang Sheng retreat, the bald man thought he was scared and immediately decided to kill him, taking his money as well.

"Save someone?"

"You're mistaken. I have a grudge against the Liu Family. I can't wait to kill him!"

Wang Sheng said.

However, Wang Sheng's explanation only made the bald man believe he was even more afraid and terrified, desperately trying to distance himself from the Liu Family!

"Hahahaha..."

"Why all the nonsense? We're here to kill you!"

The bald man laughed heartily and waved his hand, ordering a subordinate to test Wang Sheng's strength.

Wang Sheng's previously calm expression immediately turned cold.

"Why? Why do you have to force me to act!"

He had already seen that these people were all Bright Energy cultivators. He didn't know the specifics, but he guessed the strongest among them was only at the Bright Energy Grand Perfection.

"We're forcing you to act. What can you do about it?"

Before the masked man who stepped forward to probe could finish speaking.

Pfft!

A sword light, like a white silk ribbon, flashed across.

The masked man's head flew off with a whoosh. It took a few breaths for the blood from his neck to react and gush out.

His body fell to the ground with a thump.

In response, the entire alley became extremely quiet, or rather, deathly silent!

"Gulp!"

Someone swallowed hard.

The sword light was too fast!

It was far beyond the range that Bright Energy could block!

"Dark Energy Master!"

"This guy who was actively backing down just now is actually a Dark Energy Master!!!"

The bald man's mind was about to shatter. He roared furiously.

"You, a dignified Dark Energy Master, why were you afraid of a few Bright Energy cultivators like us? Weren't you deliberately luring us into killing you!"

"No, this is encountering a sinister master. He deliberately used this move, advancing by retreating. Too ruthless, too inhuman!"

In an instant, Countless thoughts flooded the bald man's mind, cursing Wang Sheng's ancestors for eighteen generations.

If you can't find the book by its title, try searching for the author. Maybe they just changed their name!

But now, The bald man spoke with extreme deference and a fawning tone, "Senior, it was our fault for not recognizing your greatness and offending you. We are willing to offer all our wealth to compensate you! Please spare our lives, Senior!"

"Please spare us, Senior, spare us..."

The other two black-clothed men also quickly begged for mercy.

Wang Sheng's expression was indifferent. He didn't say a word and walked forward with his sword.

The aura of death swept towards them.

A tremendous pressure instantly enveloped the hearts of the three masked men, like a huge boulder pressing down on them, scaring them into trembling.

If a Dark Energy Master wants to kill someone, who can stop him except another of the same level!

We're going to die!

We're really going to die!!!

"Senior, Senior, Senior, please reconsider! Senior!"

The bald man was in a panic, cold sweat dripping down his forehead. After shouting several times and seeing Wang Sheng getting closer, he disregarded the cult's rules and yelled, "We are disciples of the Heavenly Mandate Cult. The Heavenly Mandate Cult is about to dominate the situation. The Southern Ridge army is advancing towards Jiangling Prefecture. Why doesn't Senior abandon the darkness and join the light, submitting to our Heavenly Mandate Cult!"

However, There was still no response.

Thump, thump, thump...

Each of Wang Sheng's footsteps landed like a blow on the hearts of the bald man and his companions, making their hearts pound and blood rush to their faces, contorting their features into grimaces.

"Damn it, let's fight him! Charge into Thousand Cranes Tower!"

The bald man roared.

Hearing this, the other two men in black immediately drew their swords and charged forward.

However, The next moment, The bald man fled in the opposite direction.

"Son of a bitch!"

Before the two men in black could curse, they were engulfed by Wang Sheng's sword light, their heads instantly severed from their bodies.

The bald man didn't escape either. A sword thrown by Wang Sheng struck him, piercing his heart.

"Sigh!"

"Why did you force my hand!"

Wang Sheng sighed as he spoke.

The bald man, still clinging to a sliver of consciousness, was filled with endless resentment, wanting nothing more than to curse Wang Sheng. Who the hell forced him!

On the other side, A figure rose to their feet. It was the Young Master of the Liu Family, whom no one had paid attention to earlier.

He was covered in blood, swaying several times, but he did not fall.

"After taking some pills, I've managed to cling to life."

Knowing his dire condition, the Young Master of the Liu Family spoke directly to Wang Sheng, "Senior, spare my life. Name your price."

Wang Sheng nodded and said seriously, "Oh, really? Name my price!"

"Then I'll..."

"Kill you!"

Wang Sheng raised his palm and struck towards him.

"Roar..."

"You forced me to do this!"

The Young Master of the Liu Family was prepared. Seeing that Wang Sheng would not agree, he immediately unleashed his full potential.

"You've just gone through a fight, you must be depleted."

"You practice sword techniques. Without your sword, you can't unleash the full power of your Dark Energy techniques with your bare hands!"

"I'm now activating the third level of the Blood Stacking Technique, maximizing my physical potential."

"I definitely have a chance! I definitely have a chance to break through, to escape, to survive!!!"

The Young Master of the Liu Family was muttering to himself, but as he unleashed his potential, his muscles bulged, making him look like a small giant. When he collided with Wang Sheng, he roared, his aura incredibly intimidating.

Wang Sheng's expression remained calm.

He brought his palm down.

Double the power of Dark Energy surged out like a tidal wave.

Immediately after, The Young Master of the Liu Family was like a punctured balloon. His fist and arm shattered into dozens of pieces. His massive body collapsed under the terrifying force, shrinking drastically. His entire body suffered comminuted fractures, almost turning him into a dwarf. He was sent flying back with a whoosh, crashing heavily against the wall behind him.

He was embedded in the wall, turning into a pulp of flesh.

Then, the wall collapsed with a roar, kicking up a cloud of dust.

"Who told you I was skilled with a sword? Without my sword, I'm even stronger."

Wang Sheng shook his head.

When he had been wielding his sword earlier, he had used Dark Energy to perform the White Dragon Sword Technique, which was still in the Bright Energy stage. It was like upgrading from gasoline to diesel, which did indeed enhance the sword technique's power.

However, because his mastery of the sword technique had not reached the required level, the killing power he unleashed was inferior to true Dark Energy stage techniques.

Therefore, Wang Sheng without his sword, using Dark Energy and its accompanying techniques, was his fundamental strength.

"What a shame, I didn't get a chance to kill Jin Cang!"

Wang Sheng sensed someone approaching.

Still, the night wasn't without its gains. The Liu Family was finished. He had also killed the Young Master of the Liu Family, which was some consolation.

"I think I just heard my nephew's voice."

"Is that friend inside? Could you please come out and meet me."

At this moment, Jin Cang's voice sounded from outside the alley, solemn and tinged with urgency.

Wang Sheng stopped his steps.

Jin Cang, He's out!

Wang Sheng thought for a moment and understood the reason.

No wonder this Young Master Liu ran all the way here; he probably wanted to ask Jin Cang for help.

The Zhao Family Martial Arts Academy had always had connections with the Liu Family, Dan Family, Zheng Family, and others.

It was within expectations that Jin Cang would be involved with the Liu Family.

Perhaps Jin Cang was even the Liu Family's son-in-law. That was a high probability.

"I did indeed encounter a Young Master Liu who was being chased. I saved him, and he's unconscious now. I don't want to come out, so you can come and rescue him. But I need three hundred taels of gold."

Wang Sheng said.

Outside the alley, "Don't go in, in case it's a trap!"

Jin Cang's companion said cautiously, looking at the dusty alley shrouded in darkness.

"It's fine!"

"Even a late-stage Dark Energy practitioner couldn't kill me in a few moves."

"If I'm in danger, you can rush in to support me."

"However, I don't think the friend inside is so foolish as to dare to attack the personal disciple of a Transforming Energy Grand Martial Master."

Jin Cang said, his voice loud enough for Wang Sheng inside the alley to hear.