Chapter 496: Witnessing Xixi's Growth Over the Years, Today's Bloody Battle at the Golden Light Mans

Chapter 496: Witnessing Xixi's Growth Over the Years, Today's Bloody Battle at the Golden Light Mansion

The thick, nauseating scent of blood still lingered in the air, swirling and churning, with a hazy mist of blood still rolling through the courtyard.

The entire compound was eerily silent.

The Liu family cultivators, their eyes wide with shock, felt an icy chill down to their bones, as if they had been frozen by an extreme cold.

Their family's ancestor, a Two-Star War Saint, was their pride!

But...

He had been brutally slain right before their eyes!

Flesh and blood exploded, and the mist of blood enveloped the scene.

The cultivators' eyes bulged, all of them in disbelief, as they stared at the little girl wielding the pink Triple Combo Artillery.

This girl was only eight years old, her face still retaining a hint of childish innocence. Her chubby, baby-faced cheeks were full of elasticity, and her large, sparkling eyes promised future beauty.

Yet, this adorable, delicate little girl had just displayed extreme cruelty, killing a Two-Star War Saint with a single move.

How ruthless!

The Liu family members were completely stunned. They were only a second-rate aristocratic family, and this Two-Star War Saint ancestor was their greatest source of confidence. Now, their pride had been instantly shattered.

Xixi held the Triple Combo Artillery, her big eyes devoid of any hesitation or mercy. She was calm and composed.

She had experienced life-and-death trials, witnessed evil, and escaped death at the hands of a War Saint.

She had long passed the stage of being soft-hearted. She had given this War Saint a chance.

She had asked him to hand over the disciple who had injured a member of the Jin'guang Sub-Cult, and to disable his cultivation as well.

But the War Saint had refused.

Xixi tilted her head, lifting her chin slightly.

Could it be...

This War Saint ancestor was the pillar of their family, but was she, Li Nuanxi, the new sect leader, not the pillar of the sect? Could he so easily disgrace them and fail to protect even their own sect's disciples?

His intentions were sinister, and he was as despicable as Gu Chuan from the Tian Dan Shenzong, who had once chased and hunted her.

So, without hesitation, Xixi took action. She pulled the trigger, firing an Extreme Pressure Wood Raven from the Triple Combo Artillery's Divine Craft Barrett.

But she hadn't expected the weapon's power to be so terrifying! It was just a Wood Raven Thunder Pellet, yet it had turned a Two-Star War Saint into a bloody mist, killing him instantly.

Xixi felt a bit...

Like she had used a cannon to swat a mosquito.

"It seems... a bit of a waste."

Xixi muttered to herself.

Her words instantly shattered the silence around her.

Cries of agony filled the air—

Wails, shouts, and mournful howls...

A cacophony of sounds echoed endlessly.

Behind Xixi, Nan Lihu, Zhang Qingzheng, and the other elders of the Jin'guang Mansion were filled with mixed emotions as they looked at Xixi with changed expressions.

But now it seemed that Xixi's growth wasn't limited to her talent. She had also matured in handling matters and was no longer the little girl she once was.

Nan Lihu's emotions were the most complex. He couldn't help but compare Xixi to the girl she had been when she was at the Jin'guang Mansion. The change was immense!

However, Nan Lihu knew that this change was for the better.

A hint of relief flashed in his eyes. This transformation would ensure that Xixi, this little girl, wouldn't be bullied in the future.

Although... Who in this world could bully her now? And she also had a super-protective father!

Nan Lihu thought of Li Che, the man who had repeatedly created miracles.

"Teacher Nan Lihu, leave the rest to you. Drive them all out of the Jin'guang Mansion."

Xixi spoke, holding the pink Triple Combo Artillery with one hand.

Xixi puffed out her small chest, raised her thumb, and pointed at herself.

Her audacity and arrogance were overwhelming. Nan Lihu couldn't help but smile, feeling a sense of relief. In this world, one must be bold; otherwise, everyone would trample on you and mock your weakness.

"Very well."

Nan Lihu and Zhang Qingzheng took the initiative and headed towards the Liu family mansion.

The Liu family members immediately erupted in angry and resentful shouts.

"Nan Lihu, do you know who's backing the Liu family? It's the Second Prince! It's the Dajing Imperial Family!"

"The Jin'guang Mansion is adjacent to the Third Prince's Temple. You can't possibly take it over completely! You don't have the qualifications!"

...

The Liu family elders roared, their eyes red with fury. The death of their War Saint ancestor had crushed their hopes, driving them to madness. They no longer cared about saving face.

"The Second Prince?"

Xixi tilted her head, her eyes flashing.

Mentioning the Dajing Imperial Family reminded her of the hardships her family had endured in the Dajing God Capital.

Her face darkened.

Nan Lihu acted swiftly and ruthlessly, expelling the Liu family members. If they refused to leave, he didn't hesitate to kill them.

After a few deaths, the Liu family lost their courage and fled in disarray, finally realizing the gravity of losing their War Saint ancestor.

"Teacher Nan Lihu, let's go meet the Second Prince who backs the Liu family!"

Xixi declared, holding the pink Triple Combo Artillery, her eyes shining with determination.

She was going to make a name for herself!

Xixi remembered her father's words—in the human world, she could be as bold and audacious as she wanted.

So, this time, she had come to the Jin'guang Mansion to make a statement!

Xixi muttered to herself.

In the end, the imperial court's expeditionary army had come, and during that time, the sect master, her master, and her father had no choice but to send her out for training, as if leaving behind the sect's last hope.

Although the matter was resolved later, and the Qianyuan Shenzong survived, Xixi's impression of the event was profound.

She understood that the Qianyuan Shenzong had completely opposed many powers in the mortal world, and had already offended those who needed to be offended.

Therefore, when Xixi took over as the new sect master of the Qianyuan Shenzong, there was nothing left to fear.

Because the goal of these enemies was simple: to destroy the Qianyuan Shenzong, to annihilate it! To let the sect's companions die, to let her father and mother die, and to let Xixi... also die!

With this thought, she couldn't help but imagine those scenes.

In Xixi's mind, she couldn't help but recall the scene from back then at the Tiandan Shenzong, where Yun'e and Zhou Peng leaned against the trunk of a tree in the dense forest...

She didn't want to see that scene again!

A surge of rage welled up in Xixi's eyes, and the Hun Tian Silk around her body suddenly danced wildly, like a ferocious dragon.

Even the air around Xixi seemed to distort as a blazing flame ignited on her body.

Nan Lihuo's heart was filled with suppressed rage, and even breathing seemed to become difficult. The little girl... had truly grown to a level that was hard to believe.

"There's no need to go, they're here."

Suddenly, Xixi narrowed her eyes, carrying a pink Tricaliber Artillery on her shoulder. She flicked her two pigtails, and the aura of rage around her became even more intense.

Feng Zhiqi's eyebrows furrowed, and on his sturdy body, a powerful martial will was unleashed, causing his life force to tremble as if a heavenly gate was faintly visible!

Zhao Fangzhou and Tang Xiejia, both Martial Saints, also took a step forward to protect Xixi.

In the distance, on the long street of Jin'guang City.

An extremely luxurious carriage slowly approached, adorned with gold and gems, its brilliance overflowing. It was pulled by dragons covered in dragon scales, their whinnies filled with a mighty life force.

The luxurious carriage stopped in front of the Liu Family, where corpses were strewn everywhere, and the thick stench of blood still lingered.

The curtain of the carriage was drawn back, revealing a handsome face. The person wore a python robe and a golden crown, exuding a noble and handsome aura.

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh—

The wind blew, causing the python robe and black clothes to flutter.

At his waist hung a divine weapon, a long sword, emitting a powerful aura as if it could pierce through the clouds.

Inside the carriage, another figure sat upright, and when he stepped out, he was an elderly man dressed in a crimson robe.

The old man had two horns on his head, and just by sitting there, he exuded a mighty life force and a raging dragon's might.

Even sitting next to the Second Prince, this old man became the center of attention.

Xixi, carrying the Tricaliber Artillery, narrowed her eyes and stared at the horned old man, tilting her head slightly, "The Four Seas Dragon Clan?!"

"The Dragon Clan from Ancestor-Dragon Island?!"

Xixi's voice carried a hint of childishness, as she was just a little girl.

The old man showed no smile, his eyes sharp and vertical like snake pupils, staring at Xixi. From this little girl, he sensed a strong aura of malice!

This little girl...

Had she inherited the legacy of the Furious Third Prince Temple Deity, the Eight-Armed Yuren? The aura around her... truly made the Dragon Clan detest her! She must be killed!

A sharp killing intent flashed in the old man's eyes.

The Second Prince, with a faint smile, stepped out of the carriage, a sword at his waist, staring at Xixi and the devastated Liu Family behind her.

The smile on his face instantly disappeared, "Li Nuanxi, do you know that the Liu Family's ancestor was a member of my Lu Hengyi's staff?"

"You dare to kill him?!"

Xixi tilted her head, "I don't know."

Lu Hengyi felt his heart tighten. Facing such an innocent and carefree response, he couldn't bring himself to say harsh words for a moment.

But soon, a fierce look appeared in the Second Prince's eyes.

"The Qianyuan Shenzong is truly arrogant. When did Jin'guang City become your Qianyuan Shenzong's city? Jin'guang City is the city of our Dajing Empire!"

The Second Prince, Lu Hengyi, spoke in a deep voice.

He wanted to take the moral high ground first. If Xixi caused trouble for the Liu Family in Jin'guang City, the Qianyuan Shenzong, then he, Lu Hengyi, would cause trouble for Li Nuanxi in Jin'guang City, the Dajing Empire's city, to strike first and suppress Xixi's arrogance.

However, Xixi frowned, "Jin'guang City is the Qianyuan Shenzong's Jin'guang City!"

"Are you the Dajing Emperor? How dare you speak to me like this?"

"I am the sect master of the Qianyuan Shenzong. Who are you to talk to me? Tell your father to come and speak to me!"

Xixi said, hands on her hips, one hand holding the pink Tricaliber Artillery, her voice still carrying a hint of childishness.

Her words were filled with dominance.

Xixi knew that the Qianyuan Shenzong had completely fallen out with the Dajing Empire.

The Dajing court had even sent an expeditionary army to suppress the Qianyuan Shenzong. If not for her father's strength and the help of the masters from the Netherworld, the Qianyuan Shenzong might have been crushed long ago.

Xixi was furious and indignant. This Second Prince dared to come before her and claim that Jin'guang City belonged to the Dajing Empire! The more Xixi thought about it, the angrier she became.

"Pfft! Shameless!"

Xixi spat at the Second Prince, cursing him with a childish tone.

The Second Prince stood by the carriage, his eyebrows slightly furrowed.

Then, a mocking smile appeared on his face, "Jin'guang City is adjacent to the Third Prince's Weird Temple, and its uniqueness has long surpassed that of a mere city. The current Jin'guang City is not something the Qianyuan Shenzong can protect."

"Various powers have already entered Jin'guang City. Do you still think you can defend it? Do you even think you can drive out all the major powers? Does the Qianyuan Shenzong have that ability?"

The Second Prince spoke calmly.

"The Liu Family's ancestor was my staff. You killed a member of my staff, and this matter cannot be left unresolved... At such a young age, don't think that just because you've succeeded as the sect master, you can act lawlessly!"

"I'll capture you for now and teach you a lesson. Then, I'll let Lu Taibai come and take you away!"

After the Second Prince finished speaking, he turned to the old man beside him.

"Dragon God, I ask for your help."

"Teach this lawless child a lesson!"

The Second Prince said.

The East Sea Dragon Deity, a being comparable to a Divine Calamity cultivator, was so formidable that even the Second Prince had to completely set aside his status before such a presence.

The Four Seas Dragon Clan's relocation of Ancestor Dragon Island into the Nine-Dragon River within the Great Jing territory was also permitted by the Great Jing Emperor. Without the Emperor's approval, moving the island under the suppression of the land's spiritual energy would be no easy task.

The Second Prince's mother had connections with the Four Seas Dragon Clan, and although the relationship wasn't particularly close, it had become the Second Prince's most significant bargaining chip in his bid for the imperial throne!

"Good, such a young age, yet such a strong killing intent. It's time to educate their family properly. Being personally taught by Lu Taibai, it's no wonder they lack manners."

The old man spoke indifferently, and with a sudden flourish of his sleeve, the black robe on his body instantly billowed and whipped around!

In an instant, a vast and mighty soul of the heavens and earth spread out, and an overwhelming dragon's might enveloped the entire courtyard!

Even the void seemed to freeze, as countless divine essences gathered in mid-air, transforming into a three-zhang-long dragon claw that grabbed at the sky! Feng Zhiqi's face changed drastically, and he took a step forward, releasing the aura of a Four-Fold Martial Sage. He wanted to help Xixi withstand this impact.

Boom!

His entire body emitted a cracking sound.

Feng Zhiqi's face turned red, and his blood seemed to freeze and quiet down. This was the pressure of a divine calamity, and even top-tier cultivators at the pinnacle could not withstand it.

Feng Zhiqi had not yet reached the pinnacle level, and he only felt a suffocating sensation. Zhao Fangzhou, Tang Xiejia, Nan Lihu, and the others by Xixi's side also looked grim.

This was the current situation in Jin'guang City...

Those who dared to appear in Jin'guang City were undoubtedly top-tier forces with Divine Calamity cultivators in their ranks!

...

At the same time, in the most luxurious restaurant in Jin'guang City, the Third Prince, Lu Litong, was seated elegantly. The luxurious table was filled with exquisite dishes.

The Third Prince poured himself a glass of fine wine and took a sip. Behind him, Han Sixi, the purple-robed nun, stood silently.

Surrounding the table were figures in monk robes, each of them emitting a chilling and bone-piercing Buddhist light that made the Third Prince uncomfortable.

The Third Prince did not like this Buddhist light, but at this moment, for the sake of his bargaining chip, he had to please these monks.

In fact, Lu Litong was unaware that these monks with embroidered cicada patterns on their eyes would seek him out and propose a collaboration.

For such a rare opportunity, Lu Litong naturally wouldn't let it slip away; he would grasp it like a drowning man clutching at a straw!

After taking a sip of the fine wine, the Third Prince, Lu Litong, smiled lightly.

"My second brother has gained the support of the Four Seas Dragon Clan, and now it seems he's going to clash with Li Nuoxi."

"This little girl, an eight-year-old Martial Sage, is truly a monstrous talent. Now that she's become the sect leader of Qianyuan Shenzong, she's become even more arrogant, thinking that Jin'guang City is under the control of Qianyuan Shenzong?"

"Everyone, let's watch a good show."

The Third Prince, Lu Litong, was delighted to see the Second Prince and Li Nuoxi clash.

The news of the falling out between the Great Jing and Qianyuan Shenzong had reached him, of course.

"This little girl said she wants to expel one force after another from Jin'guang City! Haha... She's truly fearless like a young calf!"

The Third Prince, Lu Litong, felt he had heard something amusing.

Even if Lu Taibai and Lu Qiankun, the Divine Calamity cultivators, had come in person, they might not have been able to achieve this, right?

"Let's enjoy the show, fine wine, and delicious food while watching this entertaining spectacle. How delightful!"

The Third Prince, Lu Litong, burst into laughter.

However, at the banquet, the monks with embroidered cicada patterns on their eyes did not laugh along with him.

For a moment, the atmosphere at the table became slightly awkward.

The Third Prince, Lu Litong, narrowed his eyes but didn't find the situation embarrassing. He continued to laugh heartily.

Whether the Second Prince or Li Nuoxi lost face in this clash, he would be delighted!

Wasn't this worth laughing about?

He turned to look at Han Sixi behind him.

"Han Sixi, do you find this amusing?"

Han Sixi lowered her head.

Upon hearing this, she replied softly, "It's amusing, Your Highness."

...

...

It wasn't just the Third Prince in the restaurant who was paying attention.

At the moment Xixi and the Second Prince met, all eyes were on them.

Within Jin'guang City, one powerful will after another soared into the sky, sweeping and dancing wildly, causing the air to seem frozen as they scanned the surroundings.

Purple Palace Shenzong, South Sea Purple Bamboo Grove, Witch God Mountain, Daluo Royal Court, and various other powerful families and factions, including their Divine Calamity and Martial God cultivators, all released their powerful senses.

It seemed that everyone was keenly interested in this commotion.

After all, this collision might reveal the depth of Qianyuan Shenzong's heritage and whether Lu Taibai and Lu Qiankun had truly come.

But most importantly...

They wanted to see what kind of support the Underworld had given to Li Nuoxi!

The Underworld...

This force was indeed as famous as its name, and almost everyone had heard about the incident in Qitian City. Everyone knew that the Ghost Emperor of the Underworld had become the only Martial Immortal in this era, sitting at the inner gate of Qitian City and blocking the three Supreme Beings of the Divine Camp.

Everyone was aware of the close relationship between Li Nuoxi and the Underworld.

Therefore, what everyone was most curious about was the kind of assistance the Underworld had provided to Li Nuoxi!

...

...

On Jin'guang Peak.

Lee Che sat quietly in a grandmaster's chair, accompanied by his fellow disciple, Liu Yangyuan, as well as the elders Zhu Hongdou and Weng Wuyu.

Also present was Hu Yingyue, the head of the Imperial Astronomical Bureau, who was happily playing the erhu on his lap.

At this moment, as the Dragon Deity of the Four Seas Dragon Clan unleashed his aura, the entire Jin'guang City trembled.

Zhu Hongdou and the others' faces turned solemn, and their expressions became extremely grave.

"It's the aura of a Divine Calamity..."

Liu Yangyuan's face was grim. He glanced at Lee Che with a mixture of awe and reverence. "Elder Lee... During this time, Jin'guang City has been under the watchful eye of powerful cultivators from various factions. It's an unimaginable situation for Jin'guang City..."

"So, the pressure on our sub-cult has been immense during this period."

"Junior Sister... Sect Leader... This time, she's directly targeting the various factions. Isn't this a bit too hasty?"

The Target of Many

Lee Che nodded gently. "Yes, she will become the target of many... But it's nothing to worry about."

He took a sip of hot tea, a long-forgotten taste that brought back fond memories.

"Xixi has just become the sect leader, and with the passion of a new official, she wants to set the world ablaze..."

"It's a perfect opportunity for her to showcase her abilities in the situation at Jin Guang City."

Lee Che's voice was gentle, but it caught Liu Yangyuan off guard.

"Elder Lee, but that's a Divine Calamity..." Liu Yangyuan reminded him.

Lee Che glanced at him and nodded. "Rest assured, the little girl has grown up... She has quite a few trump cards up her sleeve."

"Let's see how Xixi has grown over the years."

"She's no longer the naive girl she was when she first experienced the resonance of the temple deity..."

"She's about to shake the world..."

For Lee Che, the threats within Jin Guang City that could affect Xixi were indeed few...

Even without using her Ten Fiends chess pieces, just her upgraded Immortal-grade Triple Combo Artillery would be enough to deal with these threats.

After all, most of the Divine Calamities that could act within Jin Guang City were of the One-Disaster and One-Tribulation realm.

Even those of the One-Disaster and Two-Tribulation realm wouldn't dare to act too boldly, as they would be targeted by the will of heaven and earth...

Therefore, for Xixi, Jin Guang City was a place to freely display her authority as the sect leader.

Xixi might not have been fully aware of this, but she trusted her father.

The trump cards her father had given her were Xixi's greatest source of confidence!

Suppress, occupy, and oppress the various powers of the Qianyuan Shenzong Jin Guang Sub-Cult...

Xixi wanted them to bleed today!

Today, Jin Guang City would be bathed in blood!

As Lee Che spoke, Liu Yangyuan fell silent.

He held Lee Che in awe, and although he might have had complex feelings about Xixi, his respect for Lee Che, the Divine Carving Saint, was immense.

Because this was the true embodiment of an extraordinary powerhouse emerging from an ordinary woodcarving shop!

Lee Che flicked his fingers, and the heavenly chessboard unfolded before them, revealing the scene of Xixi's standoff with the second prince...

It also showed the moment when the East Sea Dragon Deity attacked Xixi...

Liu Yangyuan, Zhu Hongdou, and the others couldn't help but take a deep breath.

When they witnessed a Dragon Deity comparable to a Divine Calamity making its move, the overwhelming pressure of the calamity seemed to seep through the image, freezing their blood.

The scene before them left them utterly dumbfounded.

"Ah..."

"Is that Xixi?!"

...

...

Boom!

Divine forces intertwined, and dragon might surged, coalescing into a three-zhang dragon claw. Around the claw, the space seemed to crack with intricate fissures.

The web of cracks was terrifyingly ferocious!

Boom! Boom! Boom!

The air howled and roared as the claw struck.

The raging gale of power swept up countless clouds of dust on the long street. The blue bricks on the ground couldn't withstand the force and began to shatter and explode, turning to dust!

Feng Zhiqi and the others felt their foreheads glow, their blood freezing as if a sharp arrow was piercing their brows, bringing them to the brink of death!

Feng Zhiqi roared, his eyes seeming to crack with rage!

In the sky, dark clouds gathered, and as the Divine Calamity acted in the mortal realm, the will of heaven and earth responded, brewing its oppressive power.

But it was just brewing; a One-Disaster and One-Tribulation Divine Calamity cultivator could still act lightly in the mortal world.

Feng Zhiqi's eyes widened in disbelief. He hadn't expected the situation in Jin Guang City to be this dire.

As soon as they arrived at Jin Guang City, a Divine Calamity cultivator personally intervened, intending to suppress and kill Xixi!

"Ahhhh!"

Feng Zhiqi's bones and muscles trembled, and his 36,000 pores spewed blood. At this moment, he broke free from the pressure of the Divine Calamity, clenching his fists and his eyes blazing with intensity.

"Sect Leader, be careful!"

Feng Zhiqi's will blazed brighter than ever before!

The long sword at his waist quivered, and in an instant, he drew it and slashed down with terrifying force, as if the gates of heaven were about to be opened!

In this moment, he broke free from the immense pressure, taking a crucial step forward.

Although Feng Zhiqi knew that this step meant little to the Divine Calamity cultivator, daring to defy the pressure and strike at the calamity with his sword was a transformation for him.

Xixi's eyes shone brightly as she watched Feng Zhiqi, like a brave man trying to hold back a collapsing mountain, and a warm current surged in her heart.

Xixi's Yuren temple mark on her forehead trembled, and her powerful Heaven-Man Perception erupted, spreading to the pink Triple Combo Artillery in her hand.

The countless Nine Immortal Rings on the artillery suddenly came to life!

Extremely compressed thunder orbs shot out from the six rapidly spinning barrels.

Accompanied by Feng Zhiqi's furious roar, he broke free from the oppressive shackles and unleashed a dazzling slash of light towards the dragon claw.

This was the most magnificent slash Feng Zhiqi had ever made in his life!

It was almost like a divine slash!

Feng Zhiqi felt a sense of liberation from breaking free, and a long-lost satisfaction without regret.

Even if he were to be killed by the dragon's claw after this slash...

He would die content!

Because this was the strongest slash he had ever made to protect his sect leader!

Boom!

The endless sharpness tore through the air, shredding the currents.

Everyone felt the dazzling light of the slash, as if countless arcs of lightning were dancing and intertwining.

Then, a roar of anger and surprise echoed.

Everyone saw countless dazzling slashes of light.

And the dragon deity beside the second prince suddenly transformed into a colossal dragon shadow that blotted out the sky, attempting to soar upwards, but only made it halfway.

The massive dragon body exploded into countless blood mists, and a miserable howl echoed.

It exploded in mid-air!

Feng Zhiqi maintained his slashing motion, his black hair dancing wildly.

He stared blankly at the rising and falling dragon...

His sword...

Was it that powerful?!

(End of Chapter)

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