CHAPTER 536: CHAPTER 531: GIVE HIM A TASTE OF HIS OWN MEDICINE!_1

Meanwhile, inside a certain estate.

The Master of Yun State stood before a shimmering lake, about a hundred zhang wide.

WHOOSH!

Commander Nie appeared out of thin air, bowing as he said, "What are your orders, Lord Master?"

The Master of Yun State, gazing at the lake without turning his head, asked, "In the prison just now, were you planning to kill Ma San and the others?"

Commander Nie’s eyes flickered. He respectfully replied, "I dare not hide anything; indeed, I wanted to kill them to avenge Nie Yu."

The Master of Yun State abruptly turned his head and stared at Commander Nie, his eyes emitting a daunting glow.

Commander Nie looked flustered and quickly said, "I know I was wrong. Please punish me, Lord Master!"

"Sigh!"

The Master of Yun State fell silent. After a long moment, he heaved a heavy sigh. Turning his gaze back to the lake, he said, "The dead cannot be resurrected. You should try to move on."

"But..." Commander Nie hesitated, wanting to speak, his face filled with grief and indignation.

The Master of Yun State’s eyes flickered, and he suddenly said, "I am not saying that you cannot avenge him."

Upon hearing this, Commander Nie’s face lit up with elation.

"However, the precondition is that Ma San must hand over the Alchemy Flame."

"As you know, I specifically intended the Alchemy Flame for Mo Wushen. Had there been no accidents, Mo Wushen would have successfully obtained it."

"But who would have expected Ma San to interfere?"

"To be honest, this man has always kept a low profile, focusing on his cultivation without showing off his strength. He could be considered a man of great potential."

"However, he is not an Alchemist. Compared to Mo Wushen, his value is still far inferior."

The Master of Yun State stated.

Commander Nie bowed and said, "Your words are wise, Lord Master. I will see to it immediately."

"Wait," the Master of Yun State motioned him to stop.

Commander Nie asked, "Do you have any further instructions, Lord Master?"

The Master of Yun State said, "The Alchemy Flame is one matter. What I desire to know most is the Battle Art he used—the one that turns an enemy’s attack back on them."

Upon hearing this, Commander Nie’s eyes lit up.

"Here’s what we’ll do! Go and tell him that as long as he reveals the secrets of the Alchemy Flame and the Battle Art to me, I will give him a chance to live. After all, the Nine States War is about to begin; we need him to serve us," the Master of Yun State said.

Commander Nie frowned. "And what if he refuses?"

"Young people who fail to recognize the situation are not worth nurturing," the Master of Yun State said faintly, a cold glint flickering deep within his aged eyes.

"I understand."

Commander Nie acknowledged, bowed, then opened a portal and swiftly departed.

「Prison!」

Qin Feiyang and Fatty stood in the cell, lost in thought.

PITTER-PATTER!

Suddenly, footsteps were heard.

Soon, a guard in black armor appeared at the cell entrance. It was the Prison’s Guard Commander!

The Guard Commander stood at the door, cast an indifferent glance at Qin Feiyang and Fatty, then took out four dark iron chains from his Qiankun Bag and tossed them at their feet.

"Huh?" Qin Feiyang and Fatty simultaneously furrowed their brows.

They were no strangers to these chains, made from Gravity Divine Iron, which could seal a person’s Battle Intent and cultivation.

The Guard Commander said, "Put them on yourselves, or shall I do it for you? Your choice."

A cold light flashed in Fatty’s eyes, but he put on a sleazy smile and said, "Why don’t you put them on first and show us how?"

"Are you making fun of me?" The Guard Commander’s face darkened.

"Don’t misunderstand. I mean no disrespect," Fatty’s smile vanished, and he said seriously. "It’s our first time in prison, and we don’t know how to use these things. So, you need to demonstrate for us."

The Guard Commander looked at them suspiciously. But then, an astonishing murderous aura erupted from him.

Something as simple as shackles! Even if you’ve never seen them before, you could figure out how to use them just by looking at them once. Still saying you’re not making fun of me? You’re clearly treating me like a monkey!

BOOM!

With a single step, the Guard Commander lunged at Fatty, a palm striking out.

"You’re asking for a beating." Fatty chuckled, then employed the Step of Unification, instantly vanishing from the Guard Commander’s sight.

"Huh?" The Guard Commander was taken aback.

But before he could react, Fatty appeared to his right and slapped him across the face.

SMACK!

With a crisp sound, the Guard Commander was sent flying, half his face distorting as blood streamed from the corner of his mouth.

"So what if you’re an Eight-star War Emperor? Still a piece of trash." Fatty stood with his arms crossed, looking triumphantly at the Guard Commander.

"What’s going on?"

Just then, a hoarse, cold shout echoed as a streak of light tore through the air and landed outside the cell.

Who else could it be but Commander Nie?

Seeing the Guard Commander lying wretchedly on the ground, Commander Nie’s expression immediately darkened. He swiftly turned to Qin Feiyang and Fatty and roared, "Are you two trying to rebel?"

Fatty chuckled. "He tried to kill us first; we were just defending ourselves."

"Nonsense!" the Guard Commander scrambled up, knelt at Commander Nie’s feet, and wailed, snot and tears streaming down his face, looking utterly aggrieved. "Commander, I was wronged! I just asked them to put on the shackles, but they not only refused but also mocked me repeatedly! Sir, you must seek justice for me!"

A sinister glint flickered in Commander Nie’s eyes. He said to the Guard Commander, "You are dismissed for now."

"Yes." The Guard Commander stood up, shot a venomous glance at the two, then turned and quickly left.

Meanwhile, Commander Nie walked into the cell, looked at Qin Feiyang and Fatty, and said, "I will give you a chance to live."

Qin Feiyang said coolly, "A chance..."

But before he could finish, Fatty jutted out his chest and said disdainfully, "Opportunities aren’t given by others; they’re seized by oneself!"

"Huh?" Qin Feiyang was taken aback. Did this guy just cut me off?

Fatty, however, just smirked proudly at Qin Feiyang, making Qin Feiyang roll his eyes in exasperation.

Commander Nie’s gaze hardened, his tone threatening, "I advise you not to be stubborn. The Lord Master has said that as long as you hand over the Alchemy Flame and tell us the secret of that Battle Art, he will spare your lives."

"The secret of the Battle Art?" Qin Feiyang paused, then asked in confusion, "What Battle Art?"

Commander Nie replied, "The one you use to reflect others’ attacks."

"Oh!" Qin Feiyang and Fatty exchanged glances, realization dawning on them. So they’re after the Counter Curse Manual! These people are certainly ambitious!

Fatty’s eyes glinted mischievously. "How about this: if you kneel down now and acknowledge us as your masters, we’ll teach you that Battle Art."

Murderous intent instantly flashed in Commander Nie’s old eyes.

"Old fogey, let me tell you straight," Fatty said with a sly grin, "this Battle Art of ours is a peerless Divine Art. Once you obtain it, even that old witch might not be your match. At that point, you might even be able to kill her and take her place as the Master of Yun State. How about it? Tempting, isn’t it? This is your only chance. Miss this shop, and you won’t find another like it. Think it over carefully." Fatty chuckled deviously, his words laced with lethal temptation.

Commander Nie was indeed tempted. Who in the world wouldn’t want to be a Lord Master? Once one became a Lord Master, not only would they wield immense power, but they might also have the chance to meet the Emperor. Then, establishing a foothold in the Imperial Capital wouldn’t be impossible. After all, the Imperial Capital was the holy land that countless beings in the Nine States yearned for but could never reach!

After a brief hesitation, Commander Nie’s eyes flickered, and he asked doubtfully, "This Battle Art of yours... does it truly possess such immense power?"

Damn! Fatty was momentarily stunned. I just wanted to mess with this old coot, but I didn’t expect the old fogey to actually entertain the thought! In that case, let’s play along!

Fatty shot Qin Feiyang a subtle, knowing glance.

Then, Fatty ran to the cell door, poked his head out, and peered around furtively.

Seeing this, a hint of suspicion crept onto Commander Nie’s face.

Fatty turned back to Commander Nie and said, "To be honest, the power of our Battle Art can be described as heaven-defying. Even Perfect Battle Arts pale in comparison."

Really? Commander Nie was skeptical. Stronger than even Perfect Battle Arts? How could such a Battle Art exist in this world?

"Would an honest person like me lie to you?" Fatty rolled his eyes at him, then walked over to Qin Feiyang. "Boss, let him witness it."

"Alright." Qin Feiyang nodded and said with a smile, "Commander Nie, attack me with your full strength."

Commander Nie pondered for a moment, a cold glint flashing in his eyes.

This is an opportunity! If this Battle Art is truly as powerful as they claim, all the better. But if they’re bluffing, I can use this chance to kill this boy and avenge Nie Yu! As for the Lord Master’s orders, I can just make up an excuse later.

BOOM!

At this thought, Commander Nie hesitated no longer. His aged arm shot up, Battle Intent surging as he struck out at Qin Feiyang!

At the same moment, a murderous glint also flickered deep in Qin Feiyang’s eyes.

A brilliant golden light erupted from his palm as he thrust it forward!

In an instant, fist and palm collided. A terrifying shockwave erupted, sweeping out in all directions.

Qin Feiyang’s expression changed. With a thought, he unhesitatingly pulled Fatty into the ancient castle.

Immediately after, he was slammed like a cannonball into the wall behind him, spitting out a mouthful of blood as his internal organs suffered damage!

His arm was shattered, flesh and blood flying!

But at the same time, Commander Nie also lost his footing, staggering backward while coughing up blood.

Although his injuries were lighter than Qin Feiyang’s, he was utterly astounded, so much so that he didn’t even notice Fatty’s disappearance.

He was a Two-star War Ancestor, and this boy was merely an Eight-star War Emperor! There were several realms of difference between them, yet the boy had actually forced him back and even injured him! This Battle Art... it’s truly terrifying! If I could obtain it, perhaps I really could kill the Master of Yun State and take her place!

However, just as he was lost in these wild thoughts, Fatty and the Wolf King reappeared, each gripping a rib bone.

The moment they appeared, man and wolf lunged at Commander Nie without a word.

Simultaneously, Qin Feiyang, enduring the intense pain, pushed himself up, drew Blue Snow, and circled around behind Commander Nie.

THUD!!

The two rib bones smashed onto Commander Nie’s head almost at the same time with savage force.

Instantly, Commander Nie’s head spun, his vision blurred, and a ringing filled his ears. His scalp was split open, and blood gushed out!