Chapter 1223: Chapter 1223: Four-direction City Lord Mansion
Clang...
Cold white sword light, burst forth like a sudden flash.
At the same time, a blood-red hue emerged on the sword body.
Bang... Hiss...
The sword body instantly shattered several Qin Family Elders’ palm winds and left a sword mark on their arms, causing blood to flow profusely.
"Several Martial Artists at the Second and Third Layer of the Saint Emperor Realm trying to kill me? How presumptuous."
Xiao Yi sneered coldly.
The scornful tone immediately caused these few Qin Family Elders’ faces to darken, gloomy as water.
"No wonder he’s a powerful figure capable of killing Evil Cultivators, his accomplishments seem indeed genuine." Elder Qin squinted his eyes.
"It’s worth me making a personal effort."
In fact, for a powerhouse like Elder Qin to personally deal with a young person is indeed daringly incomprehensible.
However, knowing Xiao Yi’s accomplishments outside, Elder Qin came personally.
The moment Elder Qin arrived, it indicated that he placed Xiao Yi in the status of a powerful figure rather than a mere young Martial Arts Genius.
"Heh." Xiao Yi smiled indifferently.
The Cold Flame Sword in his hand trembled, forcibly dissipating the martial arts power that sealed his surroundings.
"Elder Qin coming in person indeed shows exceptional boldness."
"But, the Four-direction Contest is about to start."
"If suddenly the Qin Family lacks an Elder Qin and a few elders, I think that would be quite interesting."
The chilling words fell, as a tint of blood gradually permeated the air.
"You’re courting death." Elder Qin’s face turned cold, understanding fully the meaning of Xiao Yi’s words.
"I’ve been renowned for many years, and it’s the first time I’ve encountered such an arrogant young Heavenly Talent like you."
"You’re also the first to dare to speak to me like this."
"But young talents like you, the more arrogant, the quicker they fall, and today is no exception."
Boom...
Elder Qin’s figure moved instantly.
The seemingly aged palm contained an overwhelming might.
Primordial Power surged in his palm, resembling a whirlwind of destructive force.
"Hm?" Xiao Yi squinted his eyes, instantly feeling a deadly threat.
"Blood Realm Slash..."
Xiao Yi raised his sword, prepared to strike with all his might.
But at that moment, a figure appeared out of nowhere.
The appearance brought a gust of strong wind sweeping in.
As the strong wind swept through, the martial arts barrier that was supposed to seal this place shattered instantly.
"Hm? Martial Arts Wind?" Elder Qin’s face showed surprise, and upon seeing the newcomer, he retracted his hand repeatedly.
"Vice Hall Master of Wind Shattering Hall." Elder Qin coldly eyed the newcomer.
Indeed, the newcomer was the Vice Hall Master of Wind Shattering Hall.
"What do you mean by this?" Elder Qin asked with a frown and a deep voice.
"Ever since Xiao Yi broke the marriage alliance at the Guu Family, he has been involved in the Four-direction Domain’s disputes."
"Even if I kill him, it breaches none of your Wind Shattering Hall’s rules."
"Elder Qin misunderstood." The Vice Hall Master shook his head.
"This time, I am here not as the Vice Hall Master of Wind Shattering Hall."
"Merely in my personal capacity."
"If Elder Qin wants to fight, feel free to strike."
"You want to protect this boy?" Elder Qin squinted, his face instantly cold, "Do you think you can stop me?"
In terms of strength, Elder Qin was definitively above the Vice Hall Master of Wind Shattering Hall.
Previously, when Xiao Yi first sensed the Vice Hall Master of the Eight Palaces, he could roughly gauge their depths.
But sensing Elder Qin and Old Master Guu, he found them unfathomable.
"Under normal circumstances, probably not." The Vice Hall Master chuckled.
"But I owe Xiao Yi a life, and it’s time to repay."
With that, the Vice Hall Master took a step forward, blocking Xiao Yi behind.
Sweeping aura, astonishing martial arts power, erupted instantly.
"You..." Elder Qin’s face turned somewhat unsightly.
Even if the Vice Hall Master of Wind Shattering Hall came as a personal matter, he couldn’t possibly openly kill a vice hall master holding actual power in a city where the halls of the Ancient Peak were located.
Not to mention that the Wind Shattering Hall Main Hall in Four-direction City is one of the ten main halls under the main hall.
"Xiao Yi." Elder Qin clenched his teeth, staring directly at Xiao Yi.
"This time, you survived by sheer luck."
As the words fell, Elder Qin’s figure flickered and vanished into thin air.
But, clearly visible, in the moment before his disappearance, his face was full of killing intent.
Boom...
With the departure of Elder Qin, the martial arts barrier surrounding the area collapsed instantly.
"Phew." The Vice Hall Master inexplicably sighed in relief.
"Luckily, this guy has some scruples, otherwise, Xiao Yi the Vice Hall Master, today we could have met our doom here."
Xiao Yi smiled and asked, "Why is the Vice Hall Master here?"
The Vice Hall Master replied, "With the Four-direction Contest about to start, such a grand event draws all factions to watch."
"I came to watch the contest too."
"Just happened to encounter Vice Hall Master Xiao Yi in danger."
In fact, Xiao Yi’s promotion communication hadn’t been fully processed yet; it had only been a few days.
His title was still the Chief Steward of Wind Shattering Hall.
However, the Vice Hall Master still addressed him as Vice Hall Master Xiao Yi.
"I see." Upon hearing, Xiao Yi showed an understanding expression.
"Let’s go together to the City Lord’s Mansion," the Vice Hall Master suggested.
Xiao Yi nodded, "Thanks to Vice Hall Master this time."
If Elder Qin hadn’t been wary of the Vice Hall Master, a deadly fight with such a veteran Martial Arts Emperor, Xiao Yi wouldn’t have much confidence.
"Vice Hall Master Xiao Yi is too kind," the Vice Hall Master chuckled.
"We’re comrades, naturally, we should help each other."
"Just like at Tianling Forest back then, in such an urgent situation, didn’t Vice Hall Master Xiao Yi decisively cover for us?"
Xiao Yi nodded slightly.
...
In no time, the two arrived at the City Lord’s Mansion.
The entire mansion was exceptionally grand and vast.
As expected of the City Lord’s Mansion of the Four-direction City’s most powerful city, even top sect locations could hardly compare.
Xiao Yi glanced around and nodded, "It’s indeed lively."
At this moment, within the mansion, the massive square was already crowded with martial artists.
Judging by numbers, it was far over tens of thousands.
Around, the viewing seats were already arranged.
The eight Vice Hall Masters and the seats for martial artists from the eight main halls were positioned on one side, second only to the first seats.
"Vice Hall Master Xiao Yi, would you like to sit with me?" the Vice Hall Master asked.
Xiao Yi shook his head, "I’d rather be by myself."
The viewing seats of the Eight Palaces were purely for observing, with no martial artist participating in the contest.
To avoid suspicion, it was better for him to be alone.
After speaking, Xiao Yi turned and walked to the side.
At this moment, a crisp voice called out, "Young Master Xiao Yi."
"Xiao Yixiao."
Looking towards the voice, it was Fang Family Master and Fang Muxue.
The Fang Family’s seating was right beside.
Xiao Yi smiled, then walked slowly towards the Fang Family’s seating.
Fang Family Master motioned for Xiao Yi to sit beside him.
Xiao Yi nodded and sat down casually.
"Haven’t seen you for two days, Xiao Yixiao seems stronger," Fang Family Master remarked with slight surprise.
For a strong figure like him, sensing such changes is indeed sensitive.
Xiao Yi nodded, "Two days of retreat, just a bit of gain."
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