Meanwhile, the Left Guardian staggered forward, driven by the impact from behind. A sword mark had been carved into the Qi barrier protecting his body, but the attack had failed to penetrate his flesh and bones. At that very moment, Zi Hao had already prepared a powerful strike with full concentration. Wind swirled rapidly around his hand, and the Left Guardian had never imagined that an opponent who appeared to possess no Qi could unleash such an energy-filled attack. Confusion filled his mind. Where was this power coming from?Indeed, Zi Hao showed no signs of Qi flowing through his body. Even when he used his power, no trace of Qi could be detected. This was different from Song Que, who possessed the Black Qilin's ability to manipulate Qi and conceal it from others.As the wind-infused strike became impossible to evade, the Left Guardian could only do his best to avoid it. Planting his feet firmly into the ground, he exerted all his strength to dodge. However, Zi Shin's attack foll

Song Que walked away from the trail of blood he had left behind. His steps were steady, but his heart was in turmoil. He headed toward the ship, and once again, the people around him parted to allow him passage. In this world, those who were respected were those who possessed strength—a harsh truth Song Que understood all too well. The strong devoured the weak, and the cruel cycle continued without end. The aura of death lingering in the air followed him like a cold wind, creating an oppressive atmosphere wherever he went. At that moment, Song Que realized he had chosen the wrong path. Yet what could he do now? Was there anyone capable of changing a fate that had already been set into motion? Were the justifications within his heart merely excuses to comfort himself? Or was there truly a part of him that longed for bloodshed, power, and domination? The question lingered, tearing at the remnants of his humanity. Meanwhile, the Black Qilin dwelling within Song Que felt more alive t

Suddenly, Song Que appeared amid undetectable ripples of lightning, right beside City Lord Qian Jindai, who had been vigilant from the very beginning. Even so, the sudden appearance still caught him by surprise.In an instant, Qian Jindai waved his hand, summoning a shield into the air to block the power-packed punch.Bang!A thunderous boom erupted, causing every spectator to stare toward the center of the battlefield, where the City Lord was forced far back from his original position.The moment they realized someone had attacked the City Lord, his followers moved in unison and formed a prepared formation. A gigantic net was thrown into the sky with perfect coordination, creating a spectacular sight that stunned the distant onlookers.Qian Sugo rushed over and asked anxiously, "Brother, are you alright?"The City Lord steadied his breathing, determination flashing in his eyes."I'm fine. But his punch is incredibly powerful. I suspect this person has already reached the Peak Stage o

Meanwhile, a group of more than a dozen people stopped at the edge of the Misty Forest. They appeared hesitant to venture deeper, gathering together while discussing something among themselves.Song Que and his companions hid behind a gigantic tree, suppressing their cultivation levels to the lowest possible point. Their eyes remained fixed on every movement made by the masked group ahead.Suddenly, however, a mysterious figure appeared behind Zi Shin. The stranger attempted to abduct the beautiful young woman with an incredibly swift and silent movement.Song Que, who had spread out his Divine Sense and was monitoring the surroundings, immediately detected the unusual movement behind them. He spun around and lashed out with a powerful kick.Bam!The person attempting to kidnap Zi Shin was caught completely off guard by Song Que.The figure was sent flying violently, crashing into a tree trunk with a thunderous impact. The blow knocked him unconscious instantly, leaving him unable to

"Wow, this place is truly breathtaking! Who would've thought that beyond the darkness of the Misty Forest lies a world like a hidden paradise?" Zi Shin exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with wonder. The natural appreciation a young woman had for beautiful scenery was fully displayed on her face.Zi Hao was equally amazed. He never expected to discover a place like this, where the harmony of nature and the gentle sound of flowing water could soothe the soul, far removed from the hustle and bustle of the human world."It seems we've entered a world completely unknown to us," Song Que murmured, captivated by the mystical aura surrounding them. He immediately turned his attention to the compass in his hand and infused it with energy.The compass needle trembled before slowly pointing in the direction they needed to travel."We must remain cautious. There's no guarantee that the beauty of this place doesn't hide dangers beneath its surface. Sometimes, nature's charm can blind us to far more te