The Three Mountains Purple-Gold Light in your hand suddenly flared. The desire drained from Xiao Wan'er's eyes, leaving only purple-gold.
The pounding outside grew more frantic. A sword shrieked through the air, and a flash of Geng-Metal Sword Light split the protective array and cut the chamber door in two.
Lü Qingyu stormed in on five-colored sword light. Spirit swords fanned out behind her like a peacock's tail, their points aimed straight at Xiao Wan'er. "Xiao Wan'er! Hand over Junior Brother Zhou!"
But when she saw the scene inside, her fierce momentum faltered.
Amid the wreckage, Xiao Wan'er sat sprawled on the floor, her hair in disarray and her pale robes slipped halfway off her shoulders. An unnatural flush colored her porcelain skin.
Her peach-blossom eyes, usually brimming with affection, had lost focus and rolled upward.
Lü Qingyu strode around the tiny chamber, searching. There was no one else there. Only the carved wooden window stood open, with wind blowing through it.
A moment later, Xiao Wan'er sprang to her feet. "Lü Qingyu, did you take the wrong pill? What are you doing?"
Lü Qingyu sniffed, then waved a hand before her nose in disgust. "What is that smell in your room?"
Streams of icy water coiled around Xiao Wan'er, and her gaze turned dangerous.
The commotion had already drawn disciples of Little Green Peak to their doors. Lü Qingyu saw them peeking out and whispering among themselves.
"Forget it. I can't be bothered arguing with you."
"You think you can just leave?"
With both women poised to strike, Five Elements sword intent and Black Emperor Palm Aura collided with a thunderous crash. Spiritual power shook the entire chamber and sent its tables, chairs, and ornaments flying.
Just as the fight threatened to erupt, an enforcement elder from the flying