Xiao Yan found the voice exceptionally familiar. Its owner was none other than Yan Di, who was now standing in front of him!
"Senior?"
"We do not have much time. I can send you and your friends away." Yan Di's voice echoed in Xiao Yan's heart once more.
At the same time, Yan Di said to the two from Soul Hall, "From what happened earlier, even if I cannot use spatial abilities, the two of you together are still no match for me, are you?"
"What do you need me to do, Senior?"
"After you leave, protect Xiao Zhi and send her back to the Flame Clan."
"I can do that!" Xiao Yan answered immediately.
Other than Yan Di, Xiao Yan had no solution to today's predicament. If they remained here, they would certainly be taken away by Soul Hall. Sacrificial Spirit Heavenly Venerate's earlier actions had clearly been aimed at him. His true targets were Xiao Yan's Dou Saint arm and the devouring ability belonging to the Nihility Devouring Flame within it.
Falling into Soul Hall's hands meant certain death, and it would even drag Zi Yan, who had followed him all this way, down with him. This was something Xiao Yan could never accept!
Just before Sacrificial Spirit Heavenly Venerate and Venerable Hui You's attacks arrived, Yan Di lightly tapped his storage ring and glanced at Huo Zhi, whom Xiao Yan was protecting at his side. Huo Zhi was still somewhat weak after forcibly using her soul power to kill Chen Xiao. Yet her clear, pure eyes were filled with trust in Yan Di.
Seeing Huo Zhi's gaze, Yan Di smiled faintly without thinking.
He took out two jade bottles from his storage ring, crushed them without hesitation, and inhaled all the fiery-red liquid within in a single