Upon seeing the black-robed youth who suddenly appeared in everyone's sight, everyone's expression was momentarily stunned. Then, when both sides came to their senses, two different expressions appeared on the faces of everyone present.
Upon seeing Xiao Yan's return, the Burning Flame Valley members were naturally overjoyed. They had personally witnessed his terrifying combat power; with Xiao Yan present, the so-called Origin King experts of these two sects were practically useless.
On the contrary, when Xiao Yan appeared, everyone from both sects couldn't help but show expressions of fear. The scene from a month ago resurfaced in their minds. Compared to the people of Burning Flame Valley, they undoubtedly had a better understanding of Xiao Yan's terrifying combat power, having personally experienced it. As far as they were concerned, it was a miracle that they survived Xiao Yan's heavy hammer blows, so how could they dare to face him again?
Upon seeing this god of war return, everyone involuntarily retreated. This comical scene drew mocking expressions from many powerful figures in Burning Flame Valley. At the same time, high in the sky, a smile appeared on the old face of the Ancestor Fen Tian upon seeing Xiao Yan's return.
With Xiao Yan's return, the pressure on his heart naturally lessened somewhat. At least now, when facing these guys from the Ghost Hall, he felt more confident. Although he didn't know why, as long as Xiao Yan was there, he always felt that there was still a chance for things to turn around.
"People like you are always so repulsive, neither human nor ghost. If we don't wipe you out, this continent will never have peace."
With a clenched fist, a massive, jet-black ruler instantly appeared in his palm. At the same time, a sharp aura emanated from Xiao Yan's body, forming a whirlwind around him that swept outwards.
"Hmph, you sharp-tongued brat, if it weren't for your surprise attack last time, Burning Flame Valley would have been wiped out long ago. But this time, there won't be so many surprises!"
Seeing this, Ren Kui sneered and glanced at the people from the Ghost Hall. As long as they were there, Xiao Yan naturally didn't need to worry. He didn't even need to worry about the Ancestor Fen Tian. As for the group of experts from the Burning Flame Valley, he could easily make them suffer once he made a move!
"Huh?"
However, just as Ren Kui finished speaking, the Ghost Hall expert beside him suddenly exclaimed in surprise, his crimson gaze fixed on Xiao Yan flickering slightly as he asked in astonishment:
" Nine-Star Origin King? Weren't you supposed to be Eight-Star Origin King? How come it's only been a month..."
"Oh? You've really investigated me thoroughly. I was indeed Eight-Star Origin King a month ago, but that was a month ago. Now, I'm at the Peak Origin King!"
The moment the words fell, an extremely powerful aura suddenly swept out from Xiao Yan's body. The powerful aura caused many people present to change their expressions, and even Ren Kui couldn't help but widen his eyes. Although this aura could not threaten him, Xiao Yan had actually raised his cultivation from the Eight-Star Origin King to the Peak Origin King in just one month. Such a cultivation speed was simply too terrifying!
"Good lad, you've broken through again!"
It was only at this moment that the Ancestor Fen Tian noticed the change in Xiao Yan's aura. He couldn't help but burst into laughter, his face filled with joy. Now, no matter who in the Burning Flame Valley broke through in cultivation, it was a great thing, especially since Xiao Yan's cultivation had broken through to the Peak Origin King. If combined with his formidable combat power, he could probably even fight against Origin Emperor level expert. This was another great help!
"Sorry for the delay in getting back. Fortunately, everyone is safe and sound."
Upon hearing the words of the Ancestor Fen Tian, Xiao Yan, with a kind expression, couldn't help but show a hint of apology. The former, however, laughed and waved his hand, seemingly unconcerned. The Ghost Hall Master, on the other hand, snorted coldly and sneered:
"It's just breaking through to the Peak Origin King; the result is the same no matter what. Today, you must come back with us, no matter what!"
The moment the words fell, the body beneath the black mist suddenly trembled, and a terrifying aura swept outwards in all directions. At the same time, the black mist dissipated, revealing a figure dressed in a black robe and wearing a mask.
What's most astonishing is that the aura and pressure emanating from this person's body are so strong that they surpass even the power of Origin Emperor. This guy is clearly another super powerhouse at the Yuan Zong level!
Behind him, two other Ghost Hall experts simultaneously released their auras, clearly two Origin Emperor Yuan Zong one Origin Emperor. Such a lineup, if it were to join the teams of the two sects, would be a huge blow to the Burning Flame Valley!
"Heh heh, Xiao Yan, Fen Tian, today is your death day!"
A sharp, eerie laugh rang out from Ren Kui's mouth once more. Immediately afterward, with a thought, Vajra Puppet flashed to Xiao Yan's side. Beside him, Xie Shan looked at Ren Kui's ferocious smile, and the chill in his heart grew stronger. He cautiously glanced at the Ghost Hall members out of the corner of his eye, and his emotions tightened slightly.
He had never heard of the Ghost Hall before, and he never expected that Ren Kui would be involved with the Ghost Hall. He was quite wary of these inhuman and ghostly beings, yet Ren Kui had kept it all hidden until today. This intention was probably not just directed at Burning Flame Valley...
Thinking of this, a subtle, chilling glint flashed in Xie Shan's eyes as he looked at Ren Kui.
"Heh, you want to eat me? I'm afraid you don't have that big an appetite!"
Upon seeing the Vajra Puppet approaching, Xiao Yan showed no fear whatsoever. Instead, he looked at the Vajra body with a slightly strange expression, his mind racing.
Although this Vajra Puppet is quite powerful, it is ultimately crafted from human flesh, and therefore still requires a physical form.
"Puff!"
With a slight lift of his hand, a burst of crimson flame slowly bloomed in Xiao Yan's palm, forming a beautiful Fire Lotus. Flames danced on the lotus petals, appearing almost alive and possessing a certain liveliness. The moment the flame appeared, the temperature of the surrounding area suddenly rose, and the expressions of many people in the arena changed accordingly.
"This is... Heavenly Flames?!"
Although he had long heard that Xiao Yan possessed Heavenly Flames that ordinary people could not control, Ren Kui was still somewhat shocked when he saw it in person. Of course, at the same time, he also felt a sense of greed.
No one can resist the allure of the most domineering power in the world!
However, Xiao Yan scoffed at this, ignoring the other party's chilling gaze. He clenched his fist, and the Fire Lotus in his palm exploded, turning into flames that swept in all directions.
Such flames naturally could not harm the powerful figures present, but when they landed on the puppets, they were like dry wood meeting a raging fire, instantly bursting into flames. Especially under Xiao Yan's deliberate control, the crimson flames spread extremely quickly, leaving no room for argument.
Under the raging flames of the Red Lotus Karmic Fire, all the puppets present trembled and convulsed involuntarily. In the end, everyone present could only watch helplessly as their puppets melted under the Heavenly Flames flames, until finally, all the steel bodies were melted into a pool of molten iron!
Looking at the Vajra Puppet, although it was also severely melted by the Heavenly Flames, it was still a terrifying existence comparable to the Peak Origin Emperor. With the help of Ren Kui, the flames were barely extinguished. However, even so, the Vajra Puppet was left with only a broken body. Even if it could fight again, its strength would be greatly reduced.
At this moment, this Vajra Puppet, comparable to Peak Origin Emperor, is utterly useless!
" Xiao Yan... Xiao Yan... Xiao Yan! Today, I will kill you with my own hands!"
Ren Kui was furious that his greatest asset had been destroyed. As his internal Origin Qi surged wildly, his entire body trembled violently and uncontrollably. His face turned bright red, and his eyes flashed with murderous intent. Just as he was about to make a move, Xiao Yan waved his hand, and a beam of light shot out, meeting his attack head-on. It was none other than the Northern King!
" Northern King, kill him!"