When Xu Qingtong saw the two Anyang Sect disciples attack, he formed a mudra with one hand and cast Black Tortoise Shield, placing it before him.
The flying sword and Golden Saber arrived one after the other and struck the Black Tortoise Shield.
The Black Tortoise Shield shook, its light dimming considerably, but it did not shatter and blocked both men's attacks.
"I have no grudge against either of you. Why strike to kill?" Xu Qingtong said coldly.
"You destroyed Senior Brother Tang's body and nearly took his life. Wasn't that a slap in the Anyang Sect's face? The Sect Leader has ordered us to leave you in the Secret Realm whenever the opportunity arises. Of course, your Storage Ring must be handed over to the sect!" the tall, thin man said.
"Junior Brother Mo, don't talk nonsense! Clearly, Patrol Instructor Xu was pursued by demon beasts, and we failed to rescue him in time. Patrol Instructor Xu died in their jaws!" Senior Brother Li said.
"Yes, yes! Patrol Instructor Xu was brave and invincible, taking on three sixth-tier demon beasts alone. In the end, his strength gave out, and he was unfortunately swallowed by the beasts!"
Watching the two echo each other in a convincing performance, Xu Qingtong could not help shaking his head. "Perhaps the demon beasts will fear me and turn on you two instead?"
The two froze, then immediately caught his meaning and said sinisterly, "You don't get to decide whom the demon beasts attack!"
With that, they controlled their treasures and continued slashing at Xu Qingtong.
"Since you're both determined to take my life, you can't blame me for what happens!" Xu Qingtong said mildly.
"Then let me see just how much you amount to, as someone who could destroy Senior Brother Tang's body!"
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