"What, what is this...?!"
Crash! The table shattered, and all sorts of utensils flew into the air. The guard, Dou Weijing, who wanted to set an example of how to act when faced with an unbearable reality, fainted. It wasn't just him. The servants rushed out through the back door, shouting, "It's too hot!" while the cooks hurriedly hid in the kitchen. The real problem was the members of the Guangma Corps filling the second and third floors.
"What, what’s happening? Is this a real fight?"
"Ahhh! Is the Grand Lord Third Young Master really going to fight?!"
"This is bad!"
Though a bit rough around the edges, everyone knew that the usually benevolent Grand Lord could turn into the most terrifying madwoman when her eyes went wild. It was no wonder that throughout history, the most fitting person to bear the title of the Guangma Grand Lord was Wei Honglian herself.
"No way!" They never imagined they would be fighting a disciple of the sect leader and one of the candidates for the next power. The temper that used to throw insults at the old demon lord was still intact.
"Ahhh!"
Wei Honglian's face, screaming like a beast, was truly a sight to behold. One eye was swollen, and her hair was a mess. Se Liang couldn't help but chuckle.
"She's really gone mad."
Boom! Wei Honglian charged forward. Though the Zhimiru was spacious, it was still a narrow place. To charge with all her might in such a location meant she truly couldn't see anything around her. Se Liang's eyes lit up.
"Fast."
This was different from the previous exchanges where she had taken a few hits. She had pushed her Qingxuan Demon Technique to the extreme, and shattered utensils flew everywhere.
Boom! Wei Honglian's eyes sparkled. Her determined punch was easily blocked by Se Liang's hand. It was surprisingly simple.
"Good impact."
Bang! Before her words could finish, a kick came up. It was a strike aimed at the upper right, targeting the chin. This technique emphasized speed and sharpness over weight. It was a remarkable blow that had outstanding power and anticipated follow-up strikes.
"Look at this?" Even in her rage, she could execute such a strike. It meant that her martial skills were instinctively ingrained in her. This meant she was someone who knew how to fight properly.
The fists and feet of the two moved wildly. Bang! The shockwaves erupted, and the wind howled. They unleashed dozens of strikes that could shatter stone walls. In the fierce exchanges, cracks formed on the floor, and the walls crumbled.
Whoooosh! A beautiful blue glow erupted from Wei Honglian's fist. Se Liang's eyes widened.
Crack!
"Ugh!" Wei Honglian's head snapped to the side. Sparks flew before her eyes. The technique that struck her chin and ear caused the demonic energy that had been rising from her hand to vanish.
"You're unleashing fist energy in this cramped space? Are you crazy?"
"Ahhh!"
Boom! Se Liang staggered back. But that was all. Wei Honglian's powerful strike had only pushed him back three steps without causing any real damage.
"Indeed."
Screaming like a lion or a beast, she charged forward with her palm raised, resembling a mad beast.
"She's a useful one."
Now Se Liang understood why Hong Wuyun had given her money. No matter what, she was someone he could trust in battle. Building a relationship might be difficult, but once established, she could be useful in many ways.
"Hong Wuyun, I was going to use her as bait, but the more I see her, the more appealing she becomes."
Whoooosh! Once again, a blue glow erupted from Wei Honglian's hand. Se Liang frowned.
"Except for her lack of moderation."
Crack!
"Ugh!" The blue glow vanished again. A peak master like her wouldn't struggle with the flow of energy after taking a hit. It was because Se Liang's technique had shaken her upper and middle dantian. This meant he could take her down whenever he wanted.
Though she was half mad with rage, she knew that well.
"This bastard!"
Boom! Se Liang's body jolted. This strike was quite powerful.
"Do you think I'm a joke, you bastard!!"
Crash! Se Liang's body smashed through three tables and slammed against the wall. This was the strongest strike he had taken so far. If he were to fight with the intent to kill, it would be one thing, but just taking it was quite burdensome.
"Indeed."
There was a reason why anything called the best had its reputation. Though it was not due to martial power, such a reputation could not be earned by a powerless organization.
"...Alright."
As Se Liang relaxed his stance to take another hit, he hesitated. Wei Honglian's face, which had been glaring at him, had turned expressionless.
"She's completely lost it."
At that moment, Se Liang noticed Jin Huo sitting by the window, staring blankly at him. Despite the chaos, the little fox did not run away, instead wagging its tail and watching the situation with curious eyes.
"That guy, what is he doing?"
When did he get there? Why had he forgotten about that creature? Wei Honglian's gaze followed Se Liang's to the window. She frowned.
"What is that?"
Though it had been right next to Se Liang, she was so startled by the sudden appearance of the Third Young Master that she hadn't even noticed it. That was why she was surprised to see Jin Huo now.
Hoo. She waved her hand. Using gentle force, she tried to chase it out the window. Even in this chaotic situation, she didn't want to take unnecessary lives. She was truly a person of common sense. Though she was the leader of a notorious organization, she still respected life to a minimum.
The problem was how her "action" appeared to Se Liang...
Flash!
As soon as Wei Honglian's force erupted, Se Liang's body moved like a beam of light.
Boom!
With a loud explosion, the window frame shattered. A hole was blasted through the solid wall of the Zhimiru. The sudden shockwave even startled Wei Honglian. My force was that strong?
Dust and debris fell from the broken ceiling. The few unfortunate Guangma members who happened to be there were thrown down to the first floor, quickly regaining their stance. All eyes turned toward the window.
Whoosh.
As the wind blew, clearing the dust, Se Liang was revealed, crouching there. His back was turned, so his face was not visible.
Wei Honglian's lips twitched.
"Good footwork."
Se Liang slowly stood up. His disheveled hair looked similar to Wei Honglian's. Though his back was turned, anyone could tell he was in a rough state.
Wei Honglian shouted, swinging her fists in the air.
"You! Turn around! If you act clumsily again, I'll kill you..."
At that moment.
Crash!
"Young Master! Are you alright?! Young Master! Young..."
In a panic, Ma Dongpil burst through the first-floor door, only to freeze in place.
"Huh? Huh?"
The first floor was a mess. More than half of the tables were broken, and cracks were everywhere on the floor. The atmosphere was far more ominous than the scene before his eyes. He could hardly breathe.
And there stood a woman exuding madness and several men, with Se Liang facing the shattered window.
Wei Honglian's eyes widened.
"What are you?!"
Ma Dongpil didn't even look at her.
"Young Master! Are you alright?!"
"..."
Se Liang did not respond. Wei Honglian, who had been silently glaring at Ma Dongpil, suddenly shouted.
"What are you, you bastard?!"
"Shut up!"
"What?"
"Do you know who that person is, causing this ruckus? He is the Third Young Master of our sect!"
"So what?!"
"…Huh?"
What are you going to do now? Ma Dongpil was momentarily stunned by the other party's ignorant reaction.
"You knew he was the Third Young Master and still acted like this?!"
"Shut up! Stay out of this!"
Have you ever seen such a crazy woman? Ma Dongpil's eyes blazed with anger.
"Guangma Grand Lord! Do you want to be executed for disrespect?!"
Swoosh!
In an instant, killing intent began to pour in from all directions. It was not Wei Honglian's killing intent, but that of the Guangma members. They had been holding back because he was the Third Young Master, but he was not someone they could tolerate, especially not for an unknown loudmouth.
"What is that guy saying right now?"
"Kill that bastard! Tear out his tongue!"
Boom!
The overwhelming killing intent created a thunderous echo. No matter how strong Ma Dongpil was, it was difficult to withstand the killing intent of two hundred people. Normally, he would have been tense and thought about retreating. But not now.
Ma Dongpil shouted.
"You dare unleash killing intent in this safe place?!"
Boom!
His shout was filled with powerful energy. It was a force stronger than any of the members present. Ma Dongpil had become nearly as strong as the commanders of the internal combat units.
A truly surprising level of energy and power. But his shout was like pouring oil on a burning house.
"What gives you the right to shout like that?!"
"Kill! Kill!"
"Slice him up, you bastard!"
Boom!
The killing intent that should have calmed down became even more intense. At this point, even Ma Dongpil couldn't help but feel flustered.
"This is insane!"
The Guangma Corps, known for their ferocity, was more than he had expected. With basic common sense, one could not overlook how serious the situation was, yet these fools were making even more noise.
Wei Honglian glared at Se Liang and said, "You guys. Get rid of this new fool so he can't be seen."
"Understood!"
Boom!
The Guangma members poured in. It was a feast, and they no longer saw anything else. Each drew their weapons and charged at Ma Dongpil, their eyes filled with genuine killing intent.
Ma Dongpil gritted his teeth. He realized that further conversation was meaningless.
Clang!
With a clean draw of his sword, he swiftly transitioned into a series of rapid strikes. It was truly impressive swordsmanship, but there was no one to admire it.
Clang!
With a single sword, several Guangma members were sent flying back. It was clear that Ma Dongpil's martial skills had reached a remarkable level.
The gap in power was evident. Naturally, the Guangma members posed no threat to him.
"Ahhh!"
"Kill!"
They were like a pack of wild beasts. With their fierce eyes blazing, they surged forward like a wave. The madness united in one heart was more terrifying than their numbers.
Ma Dongpil shouted one last time.
"Guangma Grand Lord! Do you truly want to see this to the end?!"
It was an empty cry. He was no longer of interest to Wei Honglian.
"Damn it! At this point, even the Young Master..."
Glancing at Se Liang, Ma Dongpil's eyes widened in shock.
Tzzzz!
A faint glow began to rise from Se Liang's turned back. It was not the fiery red demonic energy he usually emitted, but a thick, blood-like energy.
Wei Honglian smiled coldly.
"Bastard, so you finally want to show your true self..."
"Get down!"
This shout could not be ignored. The urgency and fear in his voice were immense.
Wei Honglian frowned.
"What about that guy's mouth...?"
"Get down! You'll die!"
"What?"
Boom!
Ma Dongpil, swinging his fists wildly, sent two Guangma members flying and rushed toward Se Liang.
"Young Master! Young Master! But killing is..."
At that moment, Se Liang's body glowed brightly.
Boom!
A sound so intense it silenced the Guangma members erupted. Wei Honglian's body, spitting blood, flew into the kitchen, crashing through it. She was hit so hard that she didn't even scream.
"...I see now."
The dark demonic energy that surged from her body roiled like boiling blood.
Holding the perfectly fine Jin Huo in one hand, Se Liang roared like an injured mother tiger.
"How dare you touch Jin Huo!!"
Boom!
Se Liang charged into the kitchen at an incredible speed. And a terrifying sound echoed.
Boom! Boom!