"Insolence!"
After her initial shock, the roc-winged woman erupted in fury. Her aura burst forth with the majesty of a storm, and a lifelike golden roc appeared behind her head, poised to spread its wings. Its savage presence locked onto Xiao Ying!
"Hmph!"
Xiao Ying snorted. His thoughts raced as he connected to Totem Power and drew upon the formation's power. The Dao-Splitting Golden Blade shone brilliantly in his hand, its blade light flickering with a chilling sharpness.
"Creee!"
The Golden Roc manifestation suddenly spread its wings and soared into the heavens, becoming a gigantic bird a thousand zhang long. Its cry pierced the nine heavens and echoed across the sea.
"Hm?"
Xiao Ying's heart tightened. He looked in surprise at the roc-winged woman, who seemed to be facing a formidable enemy. Was she sending a warning? Calling for reinforcements?!
It seemed he had taken things a little too far. If he drew the Battle Immortal King here, he would truly be in deep trouble!
Was a dignified Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal really this timid and cautious? Facing a Spirit Shaman of the Barbarian Tribe, she had called for help before they had even started fighting?
"Wait..."
The Myriad Flower Lady and the others stared in stunned embarrassment. Blood Wolf King Yan Fuchong hurriedly called out, then quickly introduced her to Xiao Ying. "Please calm your anger, High Priest! This is Taishu Jingping, lord of Black Rock Island and supreme commander of the Battle Saint Guards under the Battle Immortal King. The Immortal King personally bestowed the Golden Roc Sacred Garment upon her. She is known as the Nine-Heaven Golden Roc!"
Windcloud Ancestor's expression changed slightly, and he hastily tried to soothe them. "A misunderstanding! A misunderstanding! Please remain calm, fellow Daoists. We can talk this through..."
As they spoke,