At the same time.

In the Dan Pavilion.

A fierce argument erupted between the Western Spirit Grandmaster and Liu Zhenlong.

The Western Spirit Grandmaster shouted angrily:

"Liu Zhenlong, what are you trying to do?"

"Zhou Yu is not only the Martial Pavilion Minister but also a Grandmaster-level Alchemist. Instead of helping, you're planning to stab him in the back."

"Doing this will put the Dan Pavilion in a very disadvantageous position."

Liu Zhenlong sneered:

"Such a woman's perspective."

"That boy Zhou Yu is naturally rebellious. Since he refuses to submit and join our Dan Pavilion, his existence is a threat to us."

"As a threat, he must be eliminated as soon as possible."

"I'm doing this to maintain the prestige of the Dan Pavilion, unlike you, who have seen its prestige plummet under your leadership."

The Western Spirit Grandmaster blocked Liu Zhenlong's path, angrily saying:

"Nonsense!"

"As long as I'm here today, I won't allow you to harm Zhou Yu."

"Unless, you kill me first."

Seeing this, Liu Zhenlong became furious.

"Do you think I don't dare?"

At this moment, a disciple rushed in.

"Vice President of Western Spirit, Vice President Liu, Lord Cloud King just issued an order."

Upon hearing this, Liu Zhenlong frowned.

"What did Lord Cloud King say?"

The disciple took a deep breath and said:

"Lord Cloud King said that no one from the Dan Pavilion is allowed to participate in tonight's siege of Zhou Yu."

Upon hearing this, Liu Zhenlong became furious.

"Why?"

"This is the perfect opportunity to get rid of that brat."

The disciple shook his head and said:

"Lord Cloud King did not say."

Hearing this, Liu Zhenlong's face turned grim.

Though he had a deep background, Cloud King was a King Realm Martial Artist, and an old one at that, worthy of his caution.

Since Cloud King ordered the Dan Pavilion not to deal with Zhou Yu, if he forcefully sends people, it might incur the wrath of Lord Cloud King.

At that time, not only would he fail to eliminate Zhou Yu, but his own situation might also become difficult.

After a fierce internal struggle, Liu Zhenlong clenched his fist and said:

"I understand."

Upon seeing Liu Zhenlong give up, the Western Spirit Grandmaster sighed in relief.

She then looked at Liu Zhenlong.

"Vice President Liu, it's getting late. I'm going to rest. Don't get too upset; it's harmful to your health."

With that, the Western Spirit Grandmaster turned and left.

Watching her back, Liu Zhenlong vowed to himself.

This woman, someday he would deal with her harshly.

...

South Suburb Farmhouse.

Seizing the moment when Cold Blade King's Sea of Consciousness was injured, Zhou Yu executed the Eight Devil Blade Cuts.

This strike indeed forced Cold Blade King into a passive stance.

Instinctively, he punched to block.

However, even though he was a King Realm Martial Artist with a robust body, the Golden Demon Blade was no toy; it was a weapon for a peak King Realm expert.

This slash almost shattered Cold Blade King's fist.

Fortunately, his Gang Jin was strong enough to block this strike.

However, a deep wound appeared on his fist, blood gushing out.

Meanwhile, this slash fully ignited Cold Blade King's fury.

"You court death!"

Cold Blade King roared with rage.

Simultaneously, the Gang Jin within him exploded like a bomb.

Boom!

Zhou Yu, caught off guard, was struck by the terrifying Gang Jin and sent flying.

He was blown hundreds of meters back before stabilizing himself.

After successfully landing a hit, Cold Blade King's eyes burned with fury.

"Boy, you've thoroughly angered me."

"I will make you know what it means to experience a fate worse than death."

As he spoke, Cold Blade King flashed towards Zhou Yu, his fists raining down viciously.

Facing the frenzied Cold Blade King, Zhou Yu completely lost the chance to counterattack. He could only use the Golden Cauldron Technique to defend continuously.

In the blink of an eye, Zhou Yu was soaked in blood from head to toe.

This continued for a full three minutes.

During these three minutes, Zhou Yu endured hundreds of punches, and even had several bones broken.

Throughout, Zhou Yu did not retaliate even once.

He seemed to have lost all power to resist.

Bang!

Cold Blade King landed another punch, sending Zhou Yu flying.

Zhou Yu spat out a mouthful of blood, collapsing to the ground and creating a ditch.

Through this bloody ordeal, Cold Blade King finally vented all the anger from being wounded by Zhou Yu earlier.

Now, looking at Zhou Yu on the ground, he sneered:

"What?"

"Weren't you arrogant?"

"Why don't you fight back?"

"Have you given up?"

Lying motionlessly on the ground, Zhou Yu faced Cold Blade King's mockery.

Seeing this, Cold Blade King frowned.

"Boy, what trick are you playing now?"

"Feigning death?"

Just as Cold Blade King was about to strike again, a sudden change came over him. He keenly sensed something was off about Zhou Yu's aura.

On the ground, Zhou Yu suddenly stood up.

As he rose, a terrifying force of Qi and Blood burst from within him without warning.

Even Cold Blade King was knocked back two steps by this sudden force.

After stabilizing himself, his face darkened immensely.

"Late stage of the Body Refining Saint Realm?"

"You actually used my pressure to refine your body and broke through!"

In this life-or-death moment, Zhou Yu used it as a breakthrough to refine his body.

This was a blatant slap in the face for Cold Blade King.

"You damn brat."

Cold Blade King cursed.

"If I don't cripple you today, I'll never be able to show my face again."

At this moment, Zhou Yu had already completed his breakthrough, reaching the late stage of the Body Refining Path in the Saint Realm, with his body's Qi and Blood Power surging continuously.

This made his battle intent soar rapidly, eager to unleash it fully.

Zhou Yu laughed heartily.

"Thanks for helping me break through, senior!"

"To show my gratitude, I'll give it my all next!"

As he spoke, Zhou Yu's Golden Demon Blade shuddered, and the Gang Jin within him surged wildly, pouring into the blade.

The Golden Demon Blade unleashed a saber gang far more solid than before, crashing down fiercely.

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