On the city wall, only a handful of East Desolation City warriors and guards remained, along with Ling Chen and Liu Feiyue. After this battle, even the City Lord of East Desolation City had fallen. Elder Geng, the most powerful figure in East Desolation City, had also been killed by Chu Tiange. But Chu Tiange couldn't even block a single sword strike from the woman before him. It was truly terrifying.

Ling Chen looked at the cyan figure with a rather solemn expression. She wore a simple cyan robe that, despite being slightly loose, couldn't hide her figure—creamy skin, a well-defined bust and buttocks, and a delicate waistline. Even without seeing her face, it was easy to predict that her beauty must be peerless.

Ling Chen deliberately avoided staring at the graceful cyan figure. He then folded his hands in respect and said, "Thank you for saving my life."

He then looked towards the fleeing Chu Tiange and Mei Ji and said solemnly, "Both of them are disciples of the Demon Cult. Why did you let them go? Why not kill them both with a single strike?"

"Chu Tiange is the most favored disciple of Demonic Sect Master Sikong Yi. If I killed him, how could Sikong Yi let it go?" Liu Feiyue shook her head. "I don't want to bring great trouble upon myself. As long as Chu Tiange isn't killed and is merely taught a lesson, Sikong Yi won't pay attention to such a trivial matter."

"As for you, young man," Liu Feiyue glanced at Xu Chao's corpse lying nearby, then at Ling Chen, "by killing a disciple of the Elder of Myriad Beasts, you're likely in for trouble."

"Everyone fears trouble, but there was no choice. If I hadn't killed him, he would have killed me. Even if I had the chance to choose again, I would still kill him," Ling Chen said lightly, no hint of regret in his eyes.

"Oh?" Liu Feiyue seemed genuinely surprised, then chuckled. "Courage is good, but your current strength is pitifully weak. Forget the Elder of Myriad Beasts himself, even his Big Disciple, Teng Beast, could easily kill you."

"There are always mountains beyond mountains. Chu Tiange alone pushed you into dire straits, Ling Chen. You have a long road ahead of you."

"I know that."

Ling Chen nodded. He understood this principle well. Among the younger generation, there were many hidden talents, likely far more than he was aware of. Above the Heavenly List was also the Young Master List. The Heavenly List was merely a ranking of talents, all with Cultivation below the Great Master level. The Young Master List, on the other hand, ranked individuals whose Cultivation exceeded the Great Master level and who were under forty years of age. The Experts on that list were Ling Chen's true competition.

Previously, Ling Chen's strength hadn't reached that level, so he hadn't encountered them. But now, he was slowly approaching it. The upcoming Martial Arts Convention would be an excellent opportunity to test his strength.

This Martial Arts Convention was only for the younger generation, those under thirty years of age. As for those over thirty, they would compete for the title of Martial Arts Supreme. These individuals were generally leaders of various sects and prominent figures within the Martial World. Someone like Liu Feiyue, being over thirty, was ineligible for the younger generation's Martial Arts Convention. She could only contend for the position of Martial Arts Supreme.

Otherwise, I truly couldn't imagine how I could compete with such figures.

"For saving my life today, I will repay this kindness generously in the future." Ling Chen bowed to Liu Feiyue, his expression full of gratitude.

Although I'm unsure why Liu Feiyue saved me, I won't probe further. Perhaps it was out of chivalry? Who knows.

"No need. I have other matters to attend to. I'll take my leave." Liu Feiyue spoke calmly, then promptly used her Light Skill to glide off the city wall, disappearing from sight in moments.

Coming and going like a shadow, without a trace... Truly befitting the most mysterious one among the Four Outstanding Talents.

Ling Chen walked to the edge of the city wall and looked down, but he couldn't even see her shadow. Shaking his head, he turned and walked away.

「At this moment, atop a mountain three miles from East Desolation City, a graceful figure in cyan stood, gazing at the distant city.」

Her robes fluttered, a sword at her waist; it was Liu Feiyue, who had just parted from Ling Chen.

RUSTLE...

The sound of footsteps. A Swordsman in Cyan Robes, wearing a Dou Li, appeared soundlessly behind Liu Feiyue.

"Master!" Upon seeing the Cyan-robed Guest arrive, Liu Feiyue immediately bowed to him, her expression respectful.

"Have you seen the boy?" The Cyan-robed Guest's voice was elusive, as if two voices were layered together.

"I have." Liu Feiyue nodded. "Ever since he left Aqua Country Royal City, I've been following him. Earlier, he was being pursued by Xu Chao, Mei Ji, and Chu Tiange of the Demon Cult. I intervened and saved him."

"His strength should be around the Martial Master Eighth Level. Before I intervened, he managed to kill Xu Chao while fighting two opponents."

"Oh?" The Cyan-robed Guest's voice also held a hint of surprise, and his tone seemed to carry a hint of amusement. "I didn't expect the boy to have some talent. He hasn't shamed his ancestors."

Hearing this, Liu Feiyue was also slightly surprised. I still don't know what the relationship is between this Ling Chen and Master, but I'm certain there's some connection. Otherwise, why would he ask me to protect Ling Chen all this way?

"Master, what exactly is your relationship with this Ling Chen? Why go to the trouble of saving him?" Unable to suppress her curiosity, Liu Feiyue couldn't help but ask.

"I knew his father. I owed him a favor, and now I'm repaying it to his son," the Cyan-robed Guest said faintly. "Alright, don't ask too many questions about things that don't concern you yet. Continue following him. You don't need to intervene unless he is truly facing a Life and Death situation. And this time, you really didn't need to reveal your identity. Next time, it would be best if you changed your attire before taking action."

"Yes," Liu Feiyue replied with utmost respect.

My master is incredibly mysterious. Although he seldom appears in the Jianghu, I'm certain that very few people in the Martial World can rival him. Since Master said I shouldn't ask, I won't.

「...」

Now, outside the city, with the troublesome Demon Martial Artists gone, the remaining guards and warriors of East Desolation City had more energy to deal with the Beast Tide. However, many parts of East Desolation City's walls had been breached, creating large gaps. Numerous Exotic Beasts swarmed into the city through these gaps, posing a significant threat. Fortunately, enough warriors remained within the city to deal with these invading Exotic Beasts.

Ling Chen also helped clear the Exotic Beasts outside the city. As long as the threat from the Exotic Beasts remained, East Desolation City could not be considered safe.

After nearly half a day's effort, the Beast Tide was finally repelled.

The refugees who had taken shelter in the city from other places also gradually left East Desolation City over the next few days, embarking on their journeys home.

Ling Chen, however, decided to stay in East Desolation City for the time being and settled down in an inn.

"Young Hero, your bathwater has been prepared," the attendant outside his room said respectfully.