Chapter 343: Domain Suppression, the Might of Fei Jian!

"Keep your eyes open. Though Cang County is small, intelligence indicates the Wei Family is protected by two Xian Tian Jing Qiang Zhe. This operation must be swift—capture the target and retreat immediately. No unnecessary complications."

Old Doctor You Chang Lao’s voice carried calm authority.

"Yes!" The others replied in low, resolute tones.

"But Old Doctor," one of the shadows spoke up, "if that person has deep ties to the Wei Family, what if he’s here in the city?"

The question hung in the air, and the others froze.

True—what if the very figure they feared most was present? Their mission would be exposed instantly.

Recalling their recent intelligence, unease settled over the group. They were confident, yes—but they knew full well, in the face of that one man, their strength was negligible.

"Relax," Old Doctor You Chang Lao said, unwavering. "The Qi here is too thin. Such a cultivation level as his—no way could he sustain his cultivation here. He wouldn’t be hiding in this city."

The logic was sound. If a being of such power were truly hiding in the area, the surrounding Qi would be chaotic, distorted—far from the current stillness.

Hearing this, the others exhaled, tension easing.

They moved.

The city wall, though high, was no obstacle to these elite figures. Not even a whisper of their presence escaped as they scaled it—silent as shadows without life aura—slipping into the Wei Family Residence like ghosts.

"Old Doctor Chen," Wei Fu Ren said warmly, gesturing to a newly served dish, "do try this. I had the kitchen experiment with Lu Xiao Langjun’s recipe. I wonder if it matches his taste."

"Truthfully, no need to go to such lengths," Old Doctor Chen replied with a chuckle. "As long as my belly’s full, I’m happy."

Just as Wei Fu Ren reached for his chopsticks, Old Doctor’s expression shifted.

Then—without warning—several eerie figures materialized in the hall’s entrance, lunging toward Wei Fu Ren.

"The Lady of the Wei Family!" Wei Xinghe cried out in alarm, his aura flaring as he stepped forward to shield her.

"Overconfidence," came a cold voice.

Before Wei Xinghe could act, the lead figure raised a hand—its arm stretching unnaturally, fingers clawing forward.

In that instant, Wei Xinghe felt the world collapse into that single, overwhelming palm. No matter how he dodged, no matter how fast he moved—he was trapped within its reach.

The pressure, the overwhelming aura—it was crushing. Fear flashed across his face. This opponent was leagues above him. Even at Xian Tian Initial Stage, he couldn’t withstand a single strike.

No… I can’t even move…

Just as despair took hold, a strange ripple surged from Old Doctor Chen.

It spread outward from him, rippling across the entire hall.

At the same time, Old Doctor You Chang Lao and the others felt an immense, crushing pressure slam into them.

Their attacks froze mid-motion—the hand clutching Wei Xinghe halted. The assassins rushing toward Wei Fu Ren were paralyzed in place.

"Domain? Impossible!" You Chang Lao stared, disbelief etched across his face.

Without hesitation, he unleashed everything—his full power, straining against the suppression.

Boom!

But even with his full effort, he couldn’t break free. His body was free, yes—but movement was sluggish, as if wading through thick mud.

And if he was this affected, the others were utterly immobilized.

Had Lu Qing been present, he would have been stunned. Master Chen’s control over Domain had advanced—further than ever before.

Seizing the moment, Old Doctor gently pushed Wei Fu Ren toward her husband.

Then, facing the paralyzed assassins with cold resolve, he spoke:

"Who are you? Why attack the Wei Family Head and his wife?"

His brow furrowed slightly.

He sensed something familiar in them—like the assassins who had tried to kill them in Sheng Cheng.

But You Chang Lao wasn’t interested in answers.

Realizing the old man before him was a being beyond comprehension, he made his choice.

A thread of his spirit activated an artifact hidden in his robes.

Instantly, a surge of power erupted from him—shattering Old Doctor Chen’s Domain suppression.

"Retreat!" he roared, turning and blasting outward at lightning speed.

The others followed without hesitation, fleeing in all directions.

Hmm?

Old Doctor had sensed the activation—just in time.

But the artifact’s power exceeded his expectations. Even his Domain control, so refined, was pierced with ease.

Of course, it wasn’t that he’d been weakened—only that he’d held back. He was protecting the household, the servants, the residence itself. He hadn’t unleashed his full power.

Had he done so, the entire Wei Family Residence would have been leveled.

As You Chang Lao and the others reached the outer walls, Old Doctor didn’t hesitate.

A flick of his will—a streak of radiant light shot from his body, streaking forward like a blade of pure energy.

In an instant, it pierced one of the fleeing figures from behind, passing cleanly through chest and back.

The assassin stiffened mid-leap, strength vanishing. He plummeted to the ground.

But the light didn’t stop.

It continued, slicing toward the next target.

Fei Jian!

You Chang Lao, watching the light’s path, eyes widened in shock.

He recognized it.

That was no ordinary technique.

That was Fei Jian—a legendary spell only known to ancient cultivators, a true immortal’s art.

This unassuming old man—possessed of Domain… and now, Fei Jian?

The revelation struck him like lightning.

He didn’t dare linger.

With every ounce of strength, he channeled his Spirit Soul Power into the unique treasure in his chest, his Brow Qi Cavity blazing.

A wave of black light erupted from his body, enveloping him.

In an instant, his speed multiplied tenfold. He shot forward, leaping over the wall—and vanished.

"No… Elder, save us!" The others, already shaken by their companion’s instant demise, now saw You Chang Lao abandon them.

Despair filled their eyes.

But Old Doctor’s attack did not relent.

The glowing light darted between them, relentless.

The assassins, cornered and desperate, tried to fight—but they were no match.

Old Doctor, having mastered Sword Qi Domain, wielded sword techniques of divine precision.

And Fei Jian—far more than just a projectile—was infused with profound sword principles.

No matter how hard they struggled, the light found them.

One by one, they fell—pierced through the chest, lifeless.

When all movement ceased, Old Doctor收回 the Fei Jian.

Wei Xinghe and Wei Fu Ren stood frozen, stunned by what they’d witnessed.

Only when the light was sheathed did Wei Xinghe finally speak.

"Thank you, Old Doctor Chen. You’ve saved me and my wife once again."

He looked at the old man with awe. The assassins had each been stronger than him. He couldn’t fathom what would have happened if Old Doctor hadn’t been here.

"Thank is unnecessary," Old Doctor sighed. "These men are dangerous. I fear this may have brought trouble upon you."

From the strength they’d shown in resisting Fei Jian, he was certain: they were the same faction that had attacked them in Sheng Cheng.

Wei Xinghe’s mind raced. "Old Doctor, do you know who they are?"

"I can’t be certain," Old Doctor replied. "But I’ll question them first."

He walked toward the courtyard, approaching the fallen assassins.

Wei Xinghe hurried after him.

In the yard, he saw the shocking truth—though lifeless, the assassins still breathed. They were alive, barely.

Their life force had been shattered, their meridians sealed by Old Doctor’s sword qi. Movement was impossible.

Seeing Old Doctor emerge, the assassins’ eyes filled with awe.

They’d sensed nothing—no danger—when they entered. Yet this old man was a force of nature.

"Speak," Old Doctor demanded, voice like iron. "Who are you? Are you from Wu Jian Lou? Why attack the Wei Family Head and his wife?"

The assassins’ eyes widened.

They hadn’t expected to be recognized so easily.

One of them, quick-witted, suddenly realized.

"You… you’re the Master of the youth who slaughtered Xuan Ming and the others in Sheng Cheng?"

The others gasped, recalling their intel.

Yes—Domain, aged appearance… it matched the description of the master in the legend.

But they hadn’t expected Fei Jian.

The sight of that glowing light, so swift, so deadly—it had shattered their world.

No Xian Tian Jing could survive it.

"Then you are Wu Jian Lou assassins?" Old Doctor confirmed, his expression grim.

A chill ran through him.

He knew from Tian Ji Lou Zhu Lou that Wu Jian Lou killers were ruthless, without ethics, willing to do anything.

This attack wasn’t just an ambush—it was a kidnapping. They wanted Wei Xinghe and Wei Fu Ren taken, for some hidden purpose.

Had Old Doctor not been here… who knew what would have followed?

"Old Elder," one of the wounded men pleaded, "we meant no harm. We were only hired to bring the Wei Family Head and his wife for a meeting. Please, spare us. We’ll offer great rewards!"

Others echoed, weeping.

"Please, spare us!"

"Let us live—we’ll change, we swear!"

Old Doctor watched them, their tears, their begging.

He wasn’t a killer by nature. That was why he’d spared them.

But he knew—Wu Jian Lou assassins were monsters in human form. Their remorse was likely an act.

If he showed mercy now… he’d be enabling evil.

After a long silence, he said, "Wei Family Head, I recall your household keeps Eagle Falcons—capable of Flying Eagle Message Transmission?"

"Yes!" Wei Xinghe replied instantly. "Old Doctor, who would you like to send word to?"

He now understood the gravity. These were Wu Jian Lou assassins—ancient, feared killers.

He knew little of them. The Wei Family had no records. But his son had spoken of Zhong Zhou—of a legendary assassin sect, long vanished for over a thousand years. Now, it was tied to one of the Four Secret Places—Xuan Kong Shan.

"Send a message to Lu Qing," Old Doctor said. "Tell him what happened. See if he can come."

He didn’t know how to handle them. Only Lu Qing could.

"Of course," Wei Xinghe said. "I’ll send it immediately. And the Ancestor is in the side courtyard—he’ll return as well."

Moments later, an Eagle Falcon burst from the Wei Family Residence, circling once before soaring toward Jiu Li Village.

(End of Chapter)

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