Chapter 1721: Driven Back with a Single Palm
Ghost Hand Laojiu continued, "Previously, when Ling Xiao fought against Sun Wu Shuang, he clearly only had the cultivation level of the Yin-Yang Realm Fourth Layer.
But when he fought Sun Yuan Ji, he unleashed the strength of an expert in the Yin-Yang realm fifth level."
"It seems he indeed hid his cultivation, but could he really kill a martial artist of the Yin-Yang Realm Eighth Level with only the cultivation of the Yin-Yang realm fifth level?"
Shui Shen Zi frowned deeply.
Not only him, the others also found it somewhat unbelievable.
This is also why Shaw Little Monster was always unwilling to believe that Ling Xiao killed Sun Yuan Ji.
If facing an ordinary martial artist at the Yin-Yang Realm Eighth Layer, geniuses could challenge one level higher, possibly even two levels.
But don't forget, Sun Yuan Ji wasn't an ordinary martial artist; he was a genius martial artist. With a Black White Mysterious Jade Martial Soul and the Yin-Yang Cycle Technique, he was quite formidable.
Could Ling Xiao possibly kill him while crossing three levels? Is it possible?
"Liu Lian, come out quickly; otherwise, we will destroy your Willis Clan today!"
Shaw Little Monster suddenly shouted towards the mansion.
He needed the truth, and maybe Liu Lian could tell him.
Because this woman Liu Lian wasn't good at lying at all.
Even if she lied, it would be seen through at a glance.
The other people also hoped Liu Lian could clarify things, so they didn't stop.
After a moment, Liu Lian, dressed in a pink gown, slowly walked into the courtyard. She glanced at everyone calmly and said with a faint smile, "I, Liu Lian, indeed have such great influence; I didn't expect the Heavenly Sea Seven Little Saints to all come."
"Hehe, you really have recovered, and it seems your cultivation has also returned—interesting, interesting."
Little Dot was the first to fly to Liu Lian's side, observing her for a moment, clapping his hands and laughing.
"Indeed, I have recovered, and that's all thanks to Brother Ling."
Liu Lian said faintly.
In fact, she was several years older than Ling Xiao. Her address of Brother Ling was purely a term of endearment, unrelated to age.
"I want to ask you, were Sun Wu Ji, Sun Wu Shuang, and Sun Yuan Ji all killed by Ling Xiao?"
Shaw Little Monster didn't care about Liu Lian's health; he was more concerned about his revenge.
"Are you questioning me?"
Liu Lian gave Shaw Little Monster a cold glance and retorted.
"Yes, I am questioning you, so what?"
Shaw Little Monster unleashed his savage aura, engulfing Liu Lian.
The message was clear: refuse to cooperate with me, and I will destroy you.
"So what? We, the Willis Clan, don't welcome people like you. Get out!"
Liu Lian's pupils contracted suddenly, and she raised her right hand.
A terrifying force surged through the air.
This force pierced through Shaw Little Monster's aura, then directly struck his body, flinging him out of the Willis Clan's courtyard.
What!
The Seven Little Saints were shocked to see this scene.
Though the reason for the blow was predominantly because Shaw Little Monster couldn't defend himself in time, it was evident that Liu Lian's strength surpassed Shaw Little Monster's.
"Haha, interesting. This girl's cultivation has returned to the Yin-Yang Realm Tenfold!"
Little Dot said excitedly, "This Ling Xiao, I really intend to meet him."
"I want to meet him too."
Shaw Little Monster gritted his teeth. He stood up and had no intention of retaliating.
As a martial artist, especially a genius martial artist, he realized just from this one blow that he was definitely not Liu Lian's match; to force a counterattack would end in disgrace.
After all, there is a vast gap between a martial artist at the Yin-Yang Realm Ninth Level and one at the Yin-Yang Realm Tenth Level.
He is a genius, and so is Liu Lian.
Thus, the thought of challenging someone above his level didn't even cross his mind.
"If you want to find Brother Ling, let me advise you not to be foolish—you can't possibly be his opponent."
Liu Lian said faintly.
"Could it be that his cultivation level is the same as yours?"
Shaw Little Monster asked with a frown.
"No, his cultivation level is only Yin-Yang Realm Fifth Layer, that much I can confirm."
Liu Lian said calmly.
"Liu Lian, are you insulting me? Even if I'm not your match and would be kicked out of the Seven Little Saints, it doesn't matter. But you're saying I can't even face a martial artist at the Yin-Yang Realm Fifth Layer?"
Shaw Little Monster was furious.
"If you don't believe me, you can try, but I don't want your Sun Family's four geniuses to all die at the hands of one person. If you don't believe me, then so be it."
Liu Lian's tone was cold, but in reality, she was worried about Ling Xiao.
After all, even she felt that challenging Sun Wu Mu, who was at the Yin-Yang Realm Ninth Level, would be very difficult for Ling Xiao with only a Yin-Yang realm fifth level.
The gap in cultivation was too large.
Though cultivation isn't the only measure of combat power, such a wide difference is definitely unfavorable.
But unfortunately, Shaw Little Monster wouldn't accept her advice.
This guy was raised by demon beasts; in his nature, there's a beast-like ferocity and madness.
"Hmph, I simply don't believe it. If I, Shaw Little Monster, can't defeat a martial artist at the Yin-Yang Realm Fifth Layer, I'll automatically leave the Seven Little Saints and give this position to you."
Shaw Little Monster snorted coldly and then turned to leave: "Liu Lian, I will bring Ling Xiao's head to pay tribute to my three brothers."
"Everyone, shouldn't we join this spectacle?"
Wanɡ Xianɡ smiled lightly, stepped gently, and floated up, following Shaw Little Monster toward the Yingjie Building.
Chang She and Zhu Nan also followed.
Ghost Hand Laojiu and Little Dot chased after them.
Shui Shen Zi disappeared on the spot, turning into a water-blue light, also heading towards the Yingjie Building.
"No, I must go see for myself. In case Brother Ling is in danger, maybe I can help."
Even though Liu Lian trusted Ling Xiao, she was still worried for him, as Ling Xiao's cultivation wasn't as strong as she had imagined.
Shaw Little Monster's involvement indeed caused concern.
In any case, at this time, there wouldn't be any danger for the Willis Clan, so she didn't need to stay at home.
With that thought, she also took off into the air, moving very quickly.
In an instant, she caught up with the few people ahead.
Among the Seven Little Saints, only Shui Shen Zi had the deepest cultivation, but it wasn't beyond the Yin-Yang Realm Tenth Layer.
Liu Lian's cultivation was on par with Shui Shen Zi; naturally, she was stronger than the Seven Little Saints.
This is also why some said Liu Lian might have become one of the Four Heroes of the Heavenly Sea if not for being poisoned.
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Yingjie Building!
The calm after the slaughter had not lasted long when suddenly several figures flew from the horizon.
They then directly landed in the courtyard.
This scene startled a large number of candidate martial artists inside Yingjie Building.
"The Seven Little Saints all came?"
People were amazed to see these seven and were somewhat surprised.
"Where are the martial artists from the Heavenly Dynasty Empire staying?"
Shaw Little Monster asked directly.
These people had privileges, and they didn't need to stay within Yingjie Building. Therefore, they weren't particularly familiar with its layout.
"Over there!"
Someone pointed, indicating an elegant secluded courtyard within Yingjie Building.
"Such a courtyard was given to martial artists from a rebel empire to live in; truly a bunch of useless people."
Shaw Little Monster snorted coldly, feeling even more displeased.