Young Master in Flower City

Outside Seven-Star Tower Hall.

At this moment, too many people were gathered outside the Seven-Star Tower Hall. These people were mostly from various major sects; they had all come by invitation with the sole purpose of waiting for Xiao Tianyu. They stood on both sides of the stairs, their eyes fixed on the figure at the bottom of the stairs—an entirely masked form, dressed in black nightwear, tall in stature, but with a face obscured.

However, under the illumination of a crescent moon high in the sky, there was something enchanting about her presence, making it clear she was a woman.

"Why is it a woman? Where is the Fortress Master of the Twelve Flying Peng Castles?" Someone from Seven-Star Tower above frowned slightly, speaking to a person beside him: "Go and inform the Tower Master that the visitor is not the Fortress Master of the Twelve Flying Peng Castles!"

"Yes!" The person nodded and left.

Not long after, a group emerged from the Seven-Star Tower Hall, led by two individuals, with many powerful people trailing behind them.

"Greetings to the Tower Master and Guild Leader..."

The figures on the countless steps slightly bowed.

Indeed, the two leading the group were Duan Xingnan and Zhan Wushuang, with powerful individuals from the two great sects following them.

At this moment, Zhan Wushuang frowned slightly, speaking coldly to Duan Xingnan: "Didn't you say the Fortress Master from Flying Peng Castles would come? What's going on here? Who is this woman?"

Upon hearing this, Duan Xingnan's eyes emitted a strand of cold murderous intent, clearly recognizing the black-clad figure below. But then again, Shangguan Biyue was someone taught by Duan Xingnan himself; how could he not recognize her?

Then, Duan Xingnan said indifferently to Zhan Wushuang: "Perhaps something changed along the way, but I believe he will surely appear!"

"It seems even the mighty Seven-Star Tower Master is uncertain. If this grand set-up for one person doesn't work out, you and I, the two major sects, will risk becoming the laughingstock of the world!" Zhan Wushuang's tone was sarcastic.

Duan Xingnan did not respond, his gaze sweeping to the black-clad person below, coldly saying: "Shangguan Fei, is it worth it for you to do this?"

At these words, many of the Seven-Star Tower's strongmen were taken aback. Was the person below truly the Seven-Star Tower traitor, Shangguan Fei? If it was her, what was she doing here? Could she be sacrificing herself for the Fortress Master of Flying Peng Castles?

"Tower Master, is she truly traitor Shangguan Fei?" Skywalker couldn't help but ask.

"Who else if not her?"

"Then I'll go down and seize her for the Tower Master's judgment!" Skywalker said.

Duan Xingnan waved his hand with a slight smile: "No rush!"

Afterwards, his gaze fell on Shangguan Fei, continuing: "Shangguan Fei, if you're willing to return the management rights of Biyue International and work for the Seven-Star Tower again, I will pardon your past actions! And with your talent, your future Martial Arts achievements might not be inferior to mine!"

Shangguan Biyue did not respond. Instead, two blades emitting a frigid glow appeared in her hands, perhaps the best response to Duan Xingnan.

Seeing this, Zhan Wushuang smiled slightly: "It seems the management of Seven-Star Tower isn't as foolproof as it seems, or there wouldn't be traitors. Moreover, I believe this woman was the Assassin sent by the Tower Master's side, yet now she's defying Seven-Star Tower and sacrificing herself for the Fortress Master of Flying Peng Castles. How interesting!"

Zhan Wushuang's words were filled with barbs, sarcasm dripping heavily, making Duan Xingnan's expression unpleasant. A defector from one of the three major powers in the Martial Combat Realm was no trivial matter.

Immediately, Duan Xingnan responded: "Is President Zhan here to help stand against the enemy, or to laugh at my Seven-Star Tower? If to laugh, please, President Zhan, do leave. But let me remind you, if the Twelve Flying Peng Castles are not destroyed today, the consequences later, I'm sure President Zhan knows better than I."

"Nowadays, our two major sects are like grasshoppers tied to the same rope. If the boat capsizes, you and I both perish!" Duan Xingnan's voice was cold. Since the Assassin's Guild had agreed, it would be difficult to retreat.

"Why get upset, Tower Master Duan? I'm just speaking casually. Surely, Tower Master Duan has more tolerance than this, right?" Zhan Wushuang laughed without it reaching his eyes.

Duan Xingnan ignored him, his gaze fixed on Shangguan Biyue, coldly stating: "Since you fail to appreciate kindness, kill her on the spot, and I want to see if Xiao Tianyu will appear for you!"

"He won't. Stop dreaming!" With that, Shangguan Biyue lifted her foot, though a woman, her icy killing intent was extremely chilling.

"Presumptuous!" Skywalker stepped forth, but Duan Xingnan said faintly: "No need for you to act!"

With those words, Duan Xingnan looked down upon the various sects: "Those who can kill this person will be friends of Seven-Star Tower. If not, they will be our enemies. Consider the consequences carefully!"

Upon hearing this, the hearts of the people from different sects trembled. They already knew the dominance of Seven-Star Tower, but they hadn't imagined it to be this tyrannical. However, at this point, they had no retreat, or they feared severe repercussions from Seven-Star Tower.

As for Shangguan Biyue, she remained silent, stepping towards the staircase with no regard for the major sects on either side.

"Just a woman; how strong can she be!" At that moment, a youth from Sea Sand Sect spoke: "Her life is mine!"

With those words, the youth's face held a touch of lasciviousness, soon accompanied by a chilling aura. His figure lunged forward, reaching a hand towards Shangguan Biyue's chest.

It wasn't hard to see, this person from Sea Sand Sect was a despicable lecher, but it wasn't surprising, rumors said Shangguan Fei was of peerless beauty, capable of captivation. To spend a night with such a woman would, indeed, be a life's great joy.

Just as the youth's hand lunged, Shangguan Biyue's enchanting eyes shot out a freezing gaze like a sharp sword piercing everything, causing the youth's heart to seize, sensing something bad was about to happen.

Swish.

As anticipated.

Just as the youth's claw was about to grab Shangguan Biyue's ample bosom, a flash of cold light streaked through the night, trailing a frosty shadow, causing the youth's expression to change drastically, hurriedly attempting to retract his right hand.

Shangguan Biyue had been Seven-Star Tower's top assassin, her swiftness was beyond ordinary.

Moreover, an assassin's primary method: quick, ruthless, accurate.

Pff~

A gentle sound, blood burst forth, and the youth from Sea Sand Sect's hand flew into the air. In a flicker, Shangguan Biyue's figure moved so swiftly, the youth didn't have time to scream before a cold blade traced across his neck, blood gushed out like a fountain.

Then, under everyone's gaze, the youth clutched his throat, a touch of unwillingness in his eyes as he fell into the pool of blood.

Silence.

For a moment, the entire space was quite tranquil, even the sound of quickened breathing could be heard easily.

Clearly, all were astounded by Shangguan Biyue's skill, such swift sword skill, such a terrifying person, and the foolishness of Sea Sand Sect to lust after her was simply courting death.