“Yin Huacheng is dead?”
A single stone stirred up a thousand waves, and everyone was greatly shocked.
That Yin Huacheng was the highest Realm among those who came from the Qingyuan Sect this time.
Not many people present dared to say they could steadily defeat him.
Dead?!
“He’s truly dead. He died about a mile outside the Manor. His body has already been carried back.”
From the pale faces of the Burning Jade Forest Disciples, it was clear.
Yin Huacheng was not just dead; he died quite horribly.
For a moment, countless people turned their gaze towards the Qingyuan Sect.
However, most of the Qingyuan Sect members looked as usual, without the expected anger and excitement.
It was as if a stranger had died.
Li Mo, with a solemn expression, said:
“I think there’s definitely something fishy about this. We should go take a look.”
.........
The wind and rain continued as before.
Tonight was destined to be a sleepless night.
In the front hall of Dongli Manor, a straw mat was laid out, with faint bloodstains seeping through. If it weren't for the fact that it was Yin Huacheng, it would be hard to tell that the deceased was a person.
“How tragic.”
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“I don’t even know what weapon the other party used; it definitely wasn’t a sword or a saber.”
“Hiss... a dignified Guan Shen Five Apertures, without even a chance to call for help. He was instantly killed with one blow!”
Everyone began discussing, their faces filled with fear and unease, with surprise and uncertainty.
Yin Huacheng was considered a strong Martial Artist in the Guan Shen Realm.
Yet now he was instantly killed, as if someone had crushed a chick.
“Someone has already been sent to inform the Elder.”
“Senior Brother Ouyang, what do you think?”
“Brother Tie, what about you?”
Luo Yu looked at the two.
One of them was the second-highest Realm among the Qingyuan Sect Disciples, and also the chief of Ruyi Peak.
And Tie Qi was not only the senior Disciple of Gangdou Sect but also an experienced Executioner.
“The killer didn’t use Inner Breath, nor did he use Yi Soul.”
Ouyang was a young man with a somewhat troubled expression, shaking his head as he looked at Yin Huacheng’s corpse.
Didn’t use Yi Soul?
Didn’t use Inner Breath?
In other words, Yin Huacheng was literally beaten to death by brute force?
Hiss.....
Sounds of gasps echoed one after another in the hall.
To kill a Guan Shen Realm Martial Artist with brute force, is that something a human can do?
Too brutal.
“The weapon the perpetrator used should be... a hammer!”
“Moreover, that person only made one move.”
“The one who attacked should be a killer from Rain Listening Pavilion, practicing an extremely domineering Body Refining method.”
Tie Qi’s expression was extremely heavy.
He could only discern this much, after all, he hadn’t witnessed it firsthand.
“Used a hammer?”
“Killed with one hammer blow?”
“Rain Listening Pavilion?”
Everyone looked at each other, and the timid ones swallowed their saliva.
Bai Jinghong’s arrogance disappeared from his face, and he silently began to calculate in his mind.
The more he calculated, the paler his face became.
If he were in the same situation, his fate would likely be similar.
Yin Huacheng also cultivated a Body Refining technique; he knew this, and purely in terms of physical body, he was slightly stronger than him.
This small Eastern Wilderness, actually has such a terrifying existence?
“It’s the Northwest Hammer King!”
At this moment, a tender young girl’s voice spoke.
What?
Many gazes turned to Luo Yao, who had just spoken.
“Yes, it’s the Northwest Hammer King.”
“I once saw him make a move; he smashed Night Ghost Liu Heng into a pulp with one hammer.”
“And listening to his voice, he’s not very old either, he should be a big brother.”
Luo Yao lifted her small face, with a hint of triumph.
Luo Yu fell into deep thought. Previously, he had dismissed the existence of this Northwest Hammer King, but now he truly had some doubts.
Everyone else also fell silent, lost in thought.
An extremely brutal, vicious killer from Rain Listening Pavilion, who likes to smash people to death with a hammer, was nearby.
According to custom, they should have been filled with righteous indignation, saying a few grand words, and expressing their full cooperation with the Qingyuan Sect in apprehending the culprit, to make the scene look good.
But no one dared.
What if the perpetrator hadn’t gone far?
“In broad daylight, under a clear sky!”
A very angry voice came.
Everyone couldn’t help but be stunned, looking at the dark and stormy night outside, with strong winds and heavy rain.
“Bold villain! How dare you attack and kill a Disciple of our Sect!”
“I, Li Mo, will never rest until he is punished!”
The young man finished his watermelon, smashed it on the ground, and said with righteous indignation.
The young talents present all blushed a little.
They had just felt fear and didn’t dare to even utter a sound.
Look at him, how upright and honorable, how noble and pioneering.
It was said that this Li Zhenchuan was righteous and hated evil, and the rumors were indeed true!
“Brother Li is magnificent!”
“Brother Li is flawless!”
The hall erupted in cheers, some gave thumbs up, and then applauded warmly.
But the cheers quickly stopped.
Because... the wind and rain outside seemed to have suddenly stopped?
No, it wasn't that the wind and rain stopped, but that all the raindrops were firmly held in place, unable to fall.
It was the domain ⊛ Nоvеlιght ⊛ (Read the full story) of an Inner Scenery Realm expert.
Yin Hua Xuan walked in expressionlessly, his aura like a furious lion.
Beside him were Inner Scenery Realm experts from various forces of Ziyang Prefecture.
Earlier, they had searched a hundred-mile radius, not letting even a fly escape, but they found no trace.
If the other party hadn't grown wings and flown away, then there was only one possibility.
“Come out.”
“This old man already knows you.”
The voice echoed, deafening, and almost everyone lost themselves at that moment. The awe-inspiring sound went straight to their hearts.
Everyone felt a lump in their throat, a feeling that their deepest secrets could not be hidden.
Li Mo also felt as if he was being targeted by a Vicious Beast.
But he didn't feel the slightest bit of unease.
Is that all? Far inferior to Master.
Yin Hua Xuan’s gaze lingered on Li Mo for a moment.
He remembered that when they left the Sect, Yin Huacheng had a conflict with him?
But....
This child is skilled with a sword, and is only in the Inner Breath Realm.....
“Elder Yin Hua, the culprit may not be here.”
“Who knows what strange methods the Rain Listening Pavilion villains have to escape far away.”
“My Burning Jade Forest will assist you in a full investigation.”
The middle-aged scholar spoke, breaking the oppressive atmosphere.
“That person might have come for the Blood Phoenix Secret Realm.”
“Hmm, they will surely appear in the Secret Realm then. If my Disciples have any news, we will certainly share it.”
The other Inner Scenery Realm experts also spoke up.
“Yao’er.”
“You’ve seen that person. Come and tell us what features he has.”
After all, something happened in the territory of Burning Jade Forest.
They also gave due importance to the death of a Qingyuan Sect True Disciple.
That night, the elite of the Sect were dispatched, and several Inner Scenery Realm experts were mobilized, causing a huge commotion. For a time, Qinghe County was on edge, and even petty thefts ceased.
But no matter how big the commotion, there was always little result.
Moreover, Qinghe County is no longer dominated by one family; some forces, though not rooted in Ziyang Prefecture, are also beyond their thorough investigation.
This large-scale mobilization was destined to be all thunder and no rain from the start.
Furthermore, the Blood Phoenix Secret Realm is about to open.
At that time, how many True Disciples will die?
The next day
Red Maple Mountain, fifty miles outside Qinghe County.
The maple leaves here are open all year round, always this blood-red color. Today, this vibrant red is even more enchanting, as if it wants to dye the layered clouds.
It’s unknown if it has any connection with the Blood Phoenix that fell here.
Now, forces from all directions are gathering, countless Martial Artists from various factions converging.
The Secret Realm is about to open.