Within the Fire Clan sect, Yan Zhanfeng, one of the Eight Generals Bathed in Fire, escaped, while Yan Lang and two other Ninth-Grade Heavenly Venerable experts were directly killed by the mysterious Fire Clan expert.
As for why they had to be killed, it was naturally to destroy the evidence, since they weren't like Yan Zhanfeng who could return to the Cosmic Origin and leave in an instant.
Yan Lang and his companions need to use a teleportation array to leave, but the Ascenders won't give them that chance. If they are caught, giving the Ascenders leverage over them, this matter won't be so easy to resolve.
Just as Yan Lang and his two companions exploded, more than a dozen powerful figures from the Firmament Hall, led by Ao Zhantian, appeared.
Ao Zhantian only noticed the situation at the Eighth Heaven after sensing the mysterious expert from the Fire Clan make a move, and he immediately rushed over.
Seeing the ruins of the Fire Clan sect after the great battle, how could Ao Zhantian not know what the Fire Clan was up to behind the scenes?
" Fire Clan, are you truly challenging my bottom line?"
Looking up at the sky at a 45-degree angle, Ao Zhantian uttered these words.
The Fire Clan naturally didn't respond. Ao Zhantian stared coldly at the sky for several seconds before turning his gaze back to Lin Heng: "How are you? Are you alright?"
Lin Heng smiled slightly and waved his hand, saying, "That Yan Zhanfeng only possessed Cosmic Origin Energy of the Yan Lang, and he couldn't unleash his original strength. If it weren't for the intervention of the person behind the Fire Clan, I would have left him here forever today."
'hiss!'
Upon hearing Lin Heng's words, Ao Zhantian and the others gasped in shock, their faces filled with astonishment.
As one of the top figures in the Fire Clan, Yan Zhanfeng's strength was naturally well-known to Ao Zhantian and the others.
Yan Zhanfeng, one of the Eight Generals Bathed in Fire of the Fire Clan, was almost killed by Lin Heng?
As for the veracity of Lin Heng's words, Ao Zhantian and the others did not doubt them.
After all, if Yan Zhanfeng hadn't been in danger, why would that mysterious expert behind the Fire Clan have risked being discovered by the Ascenders to make a rash move?
Ao Zhantian carefully examined Lin Heng, his eyes filled with both surprise and delight. How long had it been since he last parted ways with Lin Heng?
But he never expected that Lin Heng had grown to the point where he could fight against the Fire Clan's Eight Generals Bathed in Fire.
Even though he used some trickery this time, Yan Zhanfeng only separated his Cosmic Origin from his body and could not exert his original strength, it was still far stronger than Ninth-Grade Heavenly Venerable.
However, when Ao Zhantian looked at Lin Heng, he discovered that Lin Heng was only at the Eighth-Grade Heavenly Venerable level.
This made Ao Zhantian even more impressed. No wonder he was chosen by such a powerful figure; he was truly terrifying.
After a moment of reflection, Ao Zhantian spoke again, " Lin Heng, what exactly happened today? Tell me the details."
In response, Lin Heng briefly recounted the events from his arrival at the Fire Clan sect to the appearance of Ao Zhantian.
Of course, Lin Heng only briefly mentioned how he defeated Yan Zhanfeng.
Even with his formidable strength, Lin Heng wouldn't easily reveal his Ao Zhantian.
After Lin Heng finished speaking, Ao Zhantian frowned. "Those bastards from the Fire Clan are quite decisive. They killed their own people immediately after making their move, leaving us no evidence whatsoever."
Now all that remains is a battlefield ruin; it's unrealistic to use this to cause trouble for the Fire Clan.
"Palace Master, I think we need to discuss the Heavenly Ghost Fire Spirit Array with the other four parties."
Behind Ao Zhantian, a man dressed in a blue robe, with delicate features and carrying a heavy sword on his back, spoke.
Just Ao Zhantian, due to his concern for Lin Heng's safety, Ao Zhantian had temporarily suppressed the matter of the Heavenly Ghost Fire Spirit Array. Now, reminded by his subordinate, he nodded and said, "I just checked with my soul. Although the array is destroyed, the array flags of the Heavenly Ghost Fire Spirit Array are still there. This time, we must give the Eight Great Imperial Clans a warning, otherwise, who knows how many powerful members of our Ascenders side will fall victim to their poisonous hands."
After hearing Ao Zhantian's words, Lin Heng suddenly interjected, " Hall Master Ao, in my opinion, we cannot compromise on matters of principle. If you keep giving in, the other party will only take advantage of you."
Ao Zhantian gave Lin Heng a meaningful look, but did not reply.
However, it was clear that the dozen or so people behind Ao Zhantian's head lit up with excitement and their fighting spirit soared after hearing Lin Heng's words.
However, given Ao Zhantian's silence, they could roughly guess his decision, so they suppressed their Ao Zhantian spirit once again.
After Ao Zhantian simply said to Lin Heng, "Since you are alright, I need to return to the First Heaven to discuss the Heavenly Ghost Fire Spirit Array with the other parties. Remember, next time you have contact with the Eight Great Imperial Clans, you must bring someone from our Ascenders with you."
Ao Zhantian giving Lin Heng his instructions, Ao Zhantian waved to his men and disappeared instantly.
This hasty arrival and departure left Sun Yuan somewhat bewildered.
"The people from the Firmament Hall came here just to see if you're safe?"
Sun Yuan rolled his eyes, puzzled by the other party's intentions.
Lin Heng explained with a smile, "The appearance of the Firmament Hall serves two purposes: first, to check on my safety, and second, to inform the Eight Great Imperial Clans that they are keeping a close eye on me—it's a warning."
In fact, Ao Zhantian wanted to stay and talk to Lin Heng about other things, but Lin Heng's words had made the experts of the Firmament Hall somewhat restless, so Ao Zhantian had no choice but to take them away first.
After listening to Lin Heng's explanation, Sun Yuan shook his head and changed the subject. "What do you plan to do about today's events?"
Sun Yuan wasn't the type to suffer in silence, and neither was Lin Heng.
"Do I even need to say it?"
"Since they've given me such a generous gift, I naturally have to reciprocate."
As Lin Heng spoke, his gaze drifted toward the Nether Ancestor Puppet behind him.
Lin Heng and Sun Yuan were naturally not suited to take action, but the Nether Ancestor Puppet was a good assassin. Using it to deal with the forces under the Fire Clan was the best choice.
Lin Heng smiled, Sun Yuan understood. However, there was still one thing that puzzled Sun Yuan.
" The Nether Ancestor Puppet is certainly a good choice, but it's just a puppet; it won't autonomously consider completing the mission."
Sun Yuan voiced his doubts.
Without anyone to guide or lead it, how can the Nether Ancestor Puppet complete its mission?
Lin Heng wiped his lips with his hand and asked Sun Yuan, "Are you thirsty after fighting for so long?"
Sun Yuan was taken aback. He was about to question Lin Heng about why he was thirsty at this time, and besides, how could they be thirsty with their cultivation levels?
Before he could even speak, Sun Yuan immediately realized the true meaning behind Lin Heng's words and said with a smile, "Now that you mention it, I do seem a bit thirsty. I've heard that there's a subordinate force of the Fire Clan seventy million miles southwest of here, and the wine they produce there is quite good; it would be perfect for quenching your thirst."
Lin Heng nodded. "Then let's go there and moisten our throats."