Rencarnation Room {Other Story line}

A hard kick slammed into Xiao Yan's stomach, causing him to spit out a lot of blood, nearly losing consciousness and being thrown to the edge of the cliff.

"Kid, are you okay?" asked Yao Chen, communicating through the telepath.

"Uhuk-uhuk, ugh..." Xiao Yan winced in pain. "I just almost fainted." muttered Xiao Yan.

"Xiao Yan!" shouted Xiao Yi Xian, panicking at her companion's condition.

However, El remained standing calmly, her expression flat. His eyes narrowed, watching Mu Li's figure. "I already wanted to tell you that this Mu Li is stubborn. Even when he was injured quite badly by Xiao Yan's fist, he still wouldn't give up."

Mu Li smiled coldly, blood still dripping from the corner of his lips. "You guys really dare to play around with Mercenary Wolfhead. This time, I will make sure that you guys do not leave alive."

Mu Li stared fiercely at Xiao Yi Xian and El, the look in his eyes full of burning killing intent. "You Bich! You and the man carrying you will die together! Your mistake was choosing him over me!"

Xiao Yi Xian bit her lower lip, causing a slight cut. A dense hatred emanated from her, strong enough that El could feel it. "You despicable bastard! Thinking I would choose you is the right choice? I'd rather die than submit to you!"

Mu Li's anger grew even more intense. Greenish-colored Dou Qi began to envelop his body, indicating he was exerting all his strength. "Cheap woman!" he snapped, stepping forward angrily.

Dou Qi enveloped his fists as he used the lower Xuan Technique: Wood Hardening Punch. The energy condensed his fist, making it resemble hardwood capable of crushing anything.

Xiao Yi Xian closes her eyes tightly, preparing for the impact of the attack. But before the fist could strike, El leapt forward with an agile movement.

Boom!

The collision created a huge explosion, dust and stone fragments flying in all directions. The physical, pure kick without any Dou Qi directly hit Mu Li's fist.

However, the final impact sent Mu Li flying far back, his body slamming hard into the ground.

"Argh!" Mu Li cried out in pain, curling up with her right hand that appeared broken from the impact. He writhed in pain on the ground, losing his balance and strength.

Meanwhile, El landed gracefully, his leg unscathed. He took a quick glance at Xiao Yi Xian, making sure she was safe, then looked at Mu Li with a cold expression.

El sighed slowly, then set up a stance ready to fight again, predicting the next attack.

However, after El saw Mu Li's severely injured condition. It was confirmed, that the man might not be able to fight anymore.

Xiao Yi Xian opened her eyes as she heard the screams of Mu Li who was in pain, his hand broken from the collision with El. Her face stiffened for a moment, but an idea flashed through her mind.

"Ji Lan," El called in a soft voice. "Take me and Xiao Yan, I have a plan."

"But, we have to jump off this cliff. I have a plan, believe me," Xiao Yi Xian said seriously, watching El who was still holding her.

El nodded without further questioning. He immediately ran towards Xiao Yan, still keeping Xiao Yi Xian in his arms. When he arrived at the place where Xiao Yan was already seriously injured, El kicked him in the stomach.

The kick was not strong enough to hurt him further, but it was enough to make Xiao Yan fall off the cliff and simultaneously lose consciousness.

With Xiao Yi Xian in her arms and the drooping Xiao Yan falling off the edge of the cliff, El jumped down the cliff without hesitation. In the air, Xiao Yi Xian blew a sharp whistle while shouting, "Xiao Lan!"

Before long, a sharp screech rang through the air. A giant eagle with shimmering blue feathers appeared, flapping its wide wings.

Within seconds, the eagle swooped down on them. Xiao Yi Xian and El landed on its back, while the unconscious Xiao Yan was lifted up with its beak, like a bird carrying its prey.

On top of the cliff, Mu Li stared with eyes full of hatred. His broken hand was trembling, yet his anger was much stronger than his pain. "Remember this well! I'll make you regret it!" she roared, her voice echoing through the chasms.

On Xiao Lan's back, El casts a quick glance toward the cliff, his expression remaining level. "Too much talk," he muttered with a long sigh.

Xiao Yi Xian, though her face was still pale, only gave a small nod. "Mu Li will not stop so easily, but we have time now," she said, focusing on Xiao Yan's still unconscious condition.

***

At the Wolfhead Mercenary headquarters, a large hall with a majestic-looking yet dark throne, Mu Li knelt trembling before a middle-aged man.

Mu Li's bandaged and casted hands depicted the wounds he had suffered in his last assignment.

The middle-aged man sitting on the throne was Mu She, Mu Li's father and the leader of the Wolfhead Mercenary. With long flowing black hair and a bushy beard, his muscular body was clearly visible from his slightly revealing clothes.

Mu She sat on a stone throne decorated with the bones of a magic beast, adding to the intimidating aura he exuded.

Mu She's piercing gaze was fixed on his injured son, channeling a pressure that made the atmosphere even more tense. Without saying a word, he gripped the edge of the throne with her right hand.

Crack!

A cracking sound rang out as the grip crushed the bones on the side of the throne. Mu Li gulped, his body trembling violently, terrified at the thought of what would happen.

"Fa-Father, please forgive my failures. I promise, they will pay," Mu Li said in a trembling voice, trying to calm the fear that overcame his.

"I-I've also carried out Father's order to spread the rumor that Xiao Yi Xian obtained a high-level Xuan treasure from his ancestor," Mu Li said in a trembling voice.

"However, as of now, the situation remains calm. She's still hiding with her troops inside the Medicine House," he continued, forehead furrowed and head still bowed.

Mu She snorted, his voice deep and full of authority. "There's no need to rush. Sooner or later, human greed will move on its own. When that time comes, Xiao Yi Xian will be busy dealing with them."

He leaned forward, his sharp eyes locking onto Mu Li. "And, Mu Li, you didn't fail. You're just a little unlucky." A cold smile graced his face. "However, your efforts this time are still worthy of appreciation."

With his body trembling in fear, Mu Li ventured to look up, staring at Mu She who sat on the throne. "What do you mean?" he asked in a low voice.

"It's true, you didn't manage to kill them or get the treasure inside the stone box," Mu She said, his voice full of emphasis, every word piercing.

However, a sardonic smile graced Mu She's face. "But, the other treasures you brought are more than enough to buy the entire force in Qingsan City."

Hearing that, Mu Li breathed a sigh of relief, then again bowed his head. "Thank you, Father."

However, the smile on Mu She's face faded, replaced with a sharp frown on his forehead. "But you said, the one who injured you badly was Xiao Yan? And your hand was broken because of Ji Lan?"

"Yes, Father," Mu Li replied with some hesitation, trying to understand the direction of his father's speech. "Those two attacked me and killed many of our men."

Mu Li's eyes flashed with burning hatred. "And... that bitch! That damn woman! I swear I'll kill her with my own hands."

Mu She laughed widely, his voice echoing throughout the hall. "Hahaha! That's the spirit I want to see, Mu Li!"

Afterward, Mu She's gaze turned cold and sharp. "Those two kids have terrible talent, but they're too arrogant! Dare to play around with our Wolfhead Mercenary."

"Fine, Father! This son of yours understands!" exclaimed Mu Li in a loud voice, trying to show his determination. "I will order everyone to find out the whereabouts of Ji Lan and Xiao Yan. I will kill them myself!"

Mu She nodded slowly, a thin, threatening smile on his face. "Yes... With such talents, enemies like them must be destroyed before they grow stronger in the future."

While speaking, Mu She raised his right hand in an authoritative gesture, as if affirming an indisputable decision.