Amidst the colossal city that resembled an altar, a thick scent of blood lingered in the air, casting a heavy atmosphere. A middle-aged Martial Artist approached the group led by Xiao Ye and Shen Tu.

"Uncle Wang, what happened?"

Though Shen Tu was a young man, he ranked first on the True Dragon List with formidable prowess, holding a very high status even within such a huge force as the Pure Yang Alliance in the Western State.

His expression darkened immediately.

"Lord Shentu, the Pure Yang Alliance selected seven geniuses to participate in the quota battle for the True Martial Baptism in the Eastern State. They had arrived at this branch, awaiting your arrival.

"But three days ago, a large number of mysterious experts suddenly launched an ambush. Each was incredibly powerful, comparable to the Elder Level powerhouses in our Pure Yang Alliance."

"Although we quickly retaliated, they still managed to kill four geniuses and cripple another one’s cultivation."

The middle-aged Martial Artist’s face was filled with anger.

What!

Upon hearing this, the group appeared as if struck by lightning, their expressions drastically changing.

The seven geniuses of the Pure Yang Alliance were ambushed, resulting in four deaths and one crippled?

Even Xiao Ye’s eyes flickered.

He had spent time with Shen Tu and understood the immense power of the Pure Yang Alliance.

A force of such stature in the Western State, akin to a giant, could sweep away entities like the Thunder Sect and the Witch Demon Clan effortlessly.

Yet still, someone dared to target the geniuses of the Pure Yang Alliance. The purpose was clear: to weaken the strength of the Pure Yang Alliance faction. This is an unforgivable enmity indeed.

"Who did this!"

Enormous killing intent burst from Shen Tu’s body. Even he couldn’t remain calm, a fierce gleam burning in his eyes.

"We’ve already sent the news back to headquarters. The Alliance Hierarch is enraged and has ordered a thorough investigation. However, based on the subordinates’ analysis, those daring to attack the Pure Yang Alliance and capable of deploying so many strong experts are likely the forces in the Western State equal to us."

"Now, the forces of the Northern State and Southern State have already moved to the Eastern State. The True Martial Baptism quota battle is imminent. It’s tough for our Pure Yang Alliance to find another batch of strong geniuses. What should we do, Lord Shentu?"

The middle-aged Martial Artist’s face was filled with urgency as he spoke.

Indeed!

Time is too tight!

Among the seven geniuses in the city, only two still have strength left. How can they participate in the True Martial Baptism quota battle with such disadvantage?

It’s a huge loss!

One must admit, the forces that launched this ambush on the Pure Yang Alliance’s geniuses had truly malicious intentions!

"Brother Shentu, worry not. With me here, you can depart immediately; we mustn’t delay the time for the True Martial Baptism."

At this moment, a voice disrupted the tense atmosphere, causing the middle-aged Martial Artist to slightly pause. He then noticed the black-robed youth Xiao Ye, standing shoulder to shoulder with Shen Tu, on the same Single-Horned Eagle, surprise filling his eyes.

He knew that Shen Tu had been searching for strong geniuses for the Pure Yang Alliance during this time, but he didn’t know whom he had found.

Could it be this person?

For Shen Tu to personally invite him, his strength must be exceptional. But his demeanor was quite arrogant.

Bear in mind, the geniuses selected by the various forces in the Three Great States are never weaklings.

Moreover, with the Pure Yang Alliance’s geniuses suffering heavy casualties and being at an absolute disadvantage, securing a quota for the True Martial Baptism is incredibly challenging.

"Hmph, such an audacious claim. I don’t know whether to commend you for your confidence or criticize your lack of awareness. Lord Shentu, is the genius you personally sought after such an arrogant person?"

"Our Pure Yang Alliance has suffered such a blow, with only two of the seven geniuses remaining, yet the other two states have extremely strong geniuses appearing. We have no hope of winning. If so, why waste time?"

"Lord Shentu, I’ve discussed with Anan, and we suggest canceling the decision for the Pure Yang Alliance to head to the Eastern State. I don’t want to go and die."

At this moment, a mocking voice came through, and two figures flew from the city.

It was a male and a female.

The man was tall and handsome, wearing an exquisite robe seldom seen in the Ancient Era, his face pale and sickly. His gaze was cold, and his eyes slightly narrowed, resembling a snake eyeing its prey, clearly not an easy character to deal with.

The woman seemed to be in her twenties, exceptionally beautiful, dressed in a light green veil, her figure tall, even taller than ordinary men.

Her waist was soft, graceful and charming, with a natural beauty that defied any deliberate adornment, possessing an indescribable elegance and nobility.

The young man sneered, staring at Xiao Ye with utter rudeness.

"Qiong Sen!"

"Guo An’an!"

Seeing the pair, Shen Tu frowned slightly, evidently troubled by their attitudes.

"Lord Shentu, although the True Martial Physique is incredibly rare, we are geniuses of the Pure Yang Alliance. You wouldn’t want us to go and die, right?" 𝐟𝕣𝗲𝕖𝕨𝗲𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝗲𝚕.𝗰𝚘𝐦

"Of course, if certain arrogant individuals, heedless of the danger, are blinded by the True Martial Physique, they can go by themselves without dragging us to our deaths."

The young man named Qiong Sen continued, very bluntly.

"Brother Shentu, I agree with his decision too."

"Coincidentally, I believe taking too many cowards will be a nuisance. If a fight breaks out, and they’re scared out of their wits by other forces’ genius, I’ll have to waste effort looking after them."

"For the Pure Yang Alliance’s Three Great States forces’ True Martial Baptism quota battle, I’m enough."

Before Shen Tu could speak, Xiao Ye’s calm voice echoed, directly rebutting Qiong Sen, leaving everyone startled.

The words were filled with hostility, showing no respect for Qiong Sen!

"What did you say? Cowards? Who are you calling a coward!"

"If not for waiting for you, how would we have suffered an ambush?" Indeed, Qiong Sen’s body trembled upon hearing, his narrowed eyes opening sharply, cold light surging forth.

Beside him, Guo An’an also widened her beautiful eyes.

The genius found by Shen Tu actually dared to confront Qiong Sen like this?

Shen Tu chuckled softly and didn’t intervene.

Seeing Shen Tu remain passive, the Pure Yang Alliance Martial Artists accompanying him, aware of Xiao Ye’s identity, dared not intervene either.

"Getting ambushed and injured is due to lacking strength, blaming no one. Living in this era requires adapting to its rules, not accusing others."

"Should you someday be killed by an enemy, would you blame the enemy for being too strong?"

"I disdain being with individuals like you. This time, the Pure Yang Alliance needs only me." Xiao Ye said calmly, hands clasped behind him.

From the moment Qiong Sen appeared, he was mocking Xiao Ye, repeatedly claiming the Pure Yang Alliance’s seven geniuses, directly excluding him, he wouldn’t be polite.