CHAPTER 61: CHAPTER 61: DID THEY ALL COMMIT SUICIDE? (FIRST UPDATE)

Master Xuan Kong, a First-Grade Martial Artist, was actually defeated with a single palm strike? How could that be possible? Even if he was poisoned, Master Xuan Kong’s power was not to be underestimated. It was known that Master Xuan Kong rose to prominence by sparring with Grandmasters within the Merciful Temple, becoming the strongest First-Grade Martial Artist there. But now, Master Xuan Kong had lost.

"If you’re poisoned, you shouldn’t have fought, Master Xuan Kong. Why didn’t you heed the advice?" The effeminate man sneered. "Your Thousand Buddha Hand is indeed domineering, but its flaw is too obvious. As long as someone is fast enough, they can completely avoid your moves, even kill you.

"I forgot to introduce myself to everyone. I am one of the Blood Demon Sect Protectors, Scattered Soul!"

Scattered Soul?

The Black Robe, the White-haired Person, and now this Scattered Soul. I’ve already encountered three Blood Demon Sect Protectors. Others might not meet even one in their entire lives.

No, not three!

There should be four! Someone else, a First-Grade Martial Artist, is hiding in the shadows, not intending to show themselves, their aura also well-concealed.

I’ve encountered four of the Nine Great Protectors? This luck...

"What have you all decided? Will you join the Blood Demon Sect, or would you prefer to follow Master Xuan Kong’s path?" Protector Scattered Soul wore a chilling smile.

"I’ll join the Blood Demon Sect, just don’t kill me!" Zhao Tuozi hurriedly spoke up. For him, the Jianghu People of Fengxiang Prefecture already disliked their Thirteen Strongholds, so it might be better to join the Blood Demon Sect directly. Perhaps he could even make a name for himself in the future!

Elder Eagle Eye was silent for half a moment, then sighed and said, "I... will also join you!"

From then on, aside from the nearly unconscious Sun Tianhui and the slain Elder Xuankong, almost everyone else chose to join the Blood Demon Sect.

Xu Nian leaned back in his chair; the effects of the Nine Extremes Powder hadn’t taken hold in his body yet. The reason he hadn’t acted was because of the person hiding in the shadows. Compared to the current Scattered Soul and Jin Yutang, the aura of that hidden individual was even more potent; they were just a stone’s throw away from the Grandmaster Realm.

"Not bad! Jin Yutang, give them the antidote." Scattered Soul spoke with a sinister smile. "But don’t give them all of it; it’s better to leave some residual poison from the Nine Extremes Powder."

Hearing this, several people felt a chill in their hearts. But they were helpless; they were at someone else’s mercy, so they could only grit their teeth and swallow their anger.

When Jin Yutang was giving them the antidote, Scattered Soul turned his head, smiled at Xu Nian, and said, "Sect Leader Xu, now it’s our turn."

"I must say, you’ve got quite the nerve." Xu Nian remained seated, picked up his teacup to take another sip, and unnoticeably slipped a Top-Grade Detoxification Pill into his mouth. "Tsk, the tea tastes decent; it would be even better if it weren’t poisoned."

Xu Nian mused aloud, "I’m quite curious, how did you manage to make the Brocade Guard leave Fengxiang Prefecture?"

Seeing Xu Nian boldly drink the tea he knew was poisoned, Scattered Soul burst into laughter. This Sect Leader of the Profound Yellow Sect is truly interesting. It’s no wonder Black Robe died at his hands; it’s not without reason. A person like this makes killing enjoyable.

"Not bad, not bad, you really have piqued my interest. It’s only reasonable that Black Robe died by your hand." Scattered Soul stared at Xu Nian with a smiling face and explained, "Seeing as you’re about to die too, I might as well tell you—but you have to hand over the Nine Dragon Key. What do you think of this deal?"

Hearing this, Xu Nian slightly raised an eyebrow. What do I think?

Ha!

"Not much!"

Xu Nian’s tone suddenly changed. His voice became cold and stern as visible Internal Energy surged out of his body, swirling around him.

Open Door!

Internal Energy began to drain frantically. For Xu Nian, who had activated the Eight Gates Escape Armor, the distance of a table was more than sufficient. He had fifty years of Internal Energy to squander.

Before Protector Scattered Soul could react, he saw Xu Nian leap toward him at a speed he himself couldn’t match. A leg, whipping like a flail, smashed into his belly.

BANG!

PFFT—

Protector Scattered Soul instantly spat out blood, his body turning into a missile as he slammed hard into the house wall.

BOOM—

The terrifying force caused him to collapse a section of the wall, his entire body disappearing into the bricks.

One kick! Protector Scattered Soul was dead!

Before everyone could react, Xu Nian flashed over again, heading straight for Jin Yutang. Another kick lashed out. Buddha Three Shadowless Kicks wasn’t particularly valuable. However, when reinforced by the Eight Gates Escape Armor, it became a martial art rivaling the power of an Ultimate Technique.

One kick! Jin Yutang was also sent flying. This kick shattered all his bones; the CRACK! CRACK! CRACK! sent shivers down everyone’s spines.

Junlin and his team had been waiting; seeing their Sect Leader make his move, they no longer hesitated.

"Feng Wu, kill yourself and return first!" Panda urged. "I can’t detoxify you either; your only choice is to commit suicide and Reincarnate." After saying this, he joined Junlin in the fray.

Evil Queen Morgana picked up a table and charged toward the area densest with Blood Demon Sect followers.

Players within the Profound Yellow Sect received a System prompt at this moment.

[New Respawn Point established. First Resurrection does not deduct Contribution Points.]

Hearing this prompt, the players understood what it meant: a Teleportation Point. It was a direct invitation for them to head over to Fengxiang Prefecture City for a fight.

Suddenly, all the players waiting Inside the Profound Yellow Sect began to draw their swords and commit suicide, their corpses falling in various places throughout the Sect.

The Blood Demoness, who had been squatting at the Entrance of the Contribution Hall reading a book, was also startled by this scene. What’s going on? Why did all the Profound Yellow Sect Disciples commit suicide?

Jiangnan got up and ran to the entrance of Yingyang Hall to check, then she proceeded to the entrance of Gathering Sun Hall to investigate. She discovered that the two Arrays inside showed no reaction.

This time it seemed like the Profound Yellow Sect Disciples were really dead? But... what exactly happened just now? Why did they commit mass suicide?

「Firewood Shed in the Backyard of Jin Mansion.」

Players who had come through the Respawn Point also heard the sounds of combat from the Front Courtyard.

Seeing that all the players had followed him, Under the Phoenix Tree spoke with a baffled expression, "Why did you all come?"

"We accepted a Task to clear out the Blood Demon Sect followers. Where are they?"

"The Sword Team is all here! Don’t disgrace our team!"

"If anyone dares to steal the damaged mobs, don’t blame us for being ruthless!"

"Someone, keep a close eye on Daytime Alms for me! That bastard always likes to steal kills. Don’t let him do it again!"

"..."

Under the Phoenix Tree also realized something. The other players had received an extermination Task. However, because Junlin and his team had an Exclusive Task, this particular one wasn’t available to them. Fortunately, the Reward wasn’t high; otherwise, he would have complained to the Game Designer.

"Follow me! They’re just up ahead. There are plenty of mobs, enough for us to make a fortune."

Under the Phoenix Tree led the players straight toward the Front Courtyard...