The other demons didn't stand a chance. Ripple wielded her sword with precision, and in the blink of an eye, the courtyard was littered with demon corpses.

Boss Huang saw the situation was dire and didn't step forward to fight. Instead, he seized the opportunity provided by the smoke to escape first.

Ripple sensed Boss Huang had fled, which made her a bit anxious. The vulture kept flying back and forth, its iron wings cutting through the air like knives and swords, making it difficult to defeat.

"Don't rush."

Gao Xuan advised Ripple, "In swordsmanship, avoid using brute force. This demon is well-versed in the martial arts, so just have a good game with him."

Ripple calmed herself and fully unleashed the essence of the Ripple Sword.

Waves of fleeting aqua-colored light appeared sporadically in the air, their transformations endless.

The vulture, having exchanged a few moves, sensed something amiss. The opponent's swordsmanship had soared, making the changes in the sword techniques hard to fathom.

The vulture couldn't locate Boss Huang, adding to its panic. Having lost the will to fight, it only wanted to find a chance to escape.

Yet, the continuous ripple of sword light enveloped all around, leaving no way out.

Left with no choice, the vulture resorted to desperation, launching arrows of feathers from its body.

Thousands of feather arrows shot out, piercing holes through the dense sword light.

The vulture targeted the largest hole, flapped its wings, and bolted through it. Yet, the aqua-colored sword light suddenly contracted and gathered.

The vulture, recklessly flapping upward, burst through the sword light and flew out. After flying a few dozen yards, its bare body split open under the sword light, soon disintegrating into countless fragments that scattered across the sky.

"Beautiful."

Gao Xuan praised, acknowledging that though the vulture's cultivation was a few grades higher than Ripple's, the fact that she killed it easily meant her swordsmanship had significantly improved.

Of course, without the Hongyi Sword, Ripple would have found it difficult to kill the opponent.

Gao Xuan waved his sleeve, and the smoke and bloodstains in the courtyard were all gathered by the Eternal Celestial Dragon Claw.

These demons had strong and robust bodies, their vital energy immense. They made excellent nourishment for the Eternal Celestial Dragon Claw.

Despite Gao Xuan's praise, Ripple showed no joy. Instead, she said despondently, "Master, that lion head escaped."

Gao Xuan laughed heartily, "That's how it should be. We'll see who dares to shelter this demon."

What a joke—it ain't easy for entities like Xuan Xiang to escape his watch. For a small lion demon to try and escape? Impossible.

Boss Huang was unaware of this, still secretly celebrating his quick escape. As for his dead subordinates, he cared little for them.

However, the killing of Qing Xiaoyi greatly angered Boss Huang towards Gao Xuan and Ripple. This matter couldn't just be left unresolved; they must be torn to pieces to quell his fury.

Qingyi Tower's vast success in Yong'an is not only backed by the Celestial Dragon Temple but also several other forces in the shadows supporting it.

The Celestial Dragon Temple was quite distant, and Boss Huang also feared Xuan Xiang, not daring to approach impulsively. Now, he could only seek Yuan Buyin of the Profound Sun Dao.

The top-grade girls captured by Qingyi Tower were largely sent to this Eight Tribulation Spirit Immortal.

Yuan Buyin was only one step away from achieving Human Immortal status. In terms of cultivation, he was one of the foremost figures in the Great Wind Country.

Though the Profound Sun Dao didn't have many followers among the common people, it boasted numerous loyal followers among the upper echelons of the Great Wind Country. Its emphasis on Yin Yang Dual Cultivation catered to the preferences of aristocrats and tycoons.

Though not as strong as Xuan Xiang, Yuan Buyin could communicate with the Emperor and various sects in Yong'an City, making him a true bigshot.

In terms of influence, his standing was slightly higher than Xuan Xiang.

He had done plenty of dirty work for Yuan Buyin, so for Yuan Buyin not to care wasn't feasible. Killing him was no issue, but Qingyi Tower would crumble.

Qingyi Tower didn't just cater to Yuan Buyin, but also the Celestial Dragon Temple, several major sects of the Great Wind Country, and the high-ranking nobles of the royal family. With so many involved, Yuan Buyin wouldn't dare not protect him.

Boss Huang rode a gust of demonic wind to the Profound Sun Daoist School, located in the East City District, home to royals and ministers. The deepest part of the East City District was the Imperial Palace of the Great Wind Country.

Due to the area's special nature, ordinary people weren't permitted entry.

Boss Huang frequented the area, familiar with the path. Riding the wind, he directly entered the Profound Sun Hall.

The Profound Sun Hall wasn't large but was constructed using Gold-Copper Alloy mixed with Star Stone Powder. Under the moonlight, it emitted a radiant golden light. The hall did not need candlelight, being luminous inside and out, as bright as day.

The exquisite incense burner emitted faint smoke that was almost imperceptible.

Yuan Buyin, the sect leader of the Profound Sun Dao, sat meditating beneath the statue of the Profound Sun Daoist Monarch. He wore the Furong Crown and a deep purple Daoist robe embroidered with the sun, moon, and stars, exuding an air of immortality.

Boss Huang had just entered the hall when Yuan Buyin slightly frowned, "What brings you here so late?"

Yuan Buyin was somewhat displeased. This was the heart of the Profound Sun Dao, yet Boss Huang barged in directly—too unruly.

However, given their collaboration of several centuries and Boss Huang's competence, he couldn't comment too much.

"Daoist, two cultivators invaded my mansion, killed Qing Xiaoyi, leaving only me to escape."

Speaking of Qing Xiaoyi, Boss Huang's lion-like, furry face revealed a sorrowful expression. He suddenly knelt to the ground, "Please, Daoist, uphold justice for me!"

Yuan Buyin snapped open his eyes, his pupils a purple-gold color with petals resembling lotus flowers subtly unfolding, his gaze sharp as swords that made Boss Huang's skin tingle slightly.

He coldly questioned, "Who would dare be so bold as to cause chaos in Yong'an City?"

"Two young cultivators from out of town, not sure which sect."

Boss Huang added, "One of them, a young girl with a Pure Yin Body, and a pure Divine Soul, I originally intended to capture and offer to the Daoist."

Yuan Buyin's gaze flickered, "A Pure Yin Body..."

He pondered for a moment before a cold laugh, "No matter who they are, I will make sure justice is served for you!"

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