Martial Conquest of the Nine Desolates
Chapter 556 - 542: Killing Someone with a Borrowed Knife

Chapter 556: Chapter 542: Killing Someone with a Borrowed Knife

Boom! Boom! Boom!

The twenty-three disciples of the Four Symbols Sect simultaneously unleashed the grandiose King Realm behind them, their imposing aura soaring straight to the Nine Heavens, shattering the void as if a piece of the Universe itself was bearing down, firmly locking onto the disciples of Taiyi Palace’s Earth Hall present at the scene.

Swoosh!

Swoosh!

...

Disciples of Taiyi Palace who were training in other areas of the basin sensed the commotion and flew over one after another. As soon as they saw the regalia on the others, their expressions subtly changed.

Any disciple that had joined Taiyi Palace for a few years knew of the Four Symbols Sect.

"Everyone, we are disciples of Taiyi Palace, and I believe you have recognized us as well. What brings you here? What teachings do you wish to impart?" Wu Pojun stepped forward, standing in front of the Taiyi Palace’s disciples, and spoke coldly.

He wanted to use these disciples from the Four Symbols Sect to eliminate Xiao Ye, but now he could not show his intentions.

"Heh heh, since you’ve recognized us, we’re disciples of the Four Symbols Sect, why bother asking unnecessary questions? Many geniuses from our sect have fallen at the hands of your Taiyi Palace Elders, wouldn’t that warrant our revenge?"

At this moment, a beautiful young woman standing next to the silver-haired Senior Brother Qi couldn’t help but retort sharply.

Hearing her words, the faces of the Earth Hall disciples from Taiyi Palace changed slightly, as each of them, unwilling to show weakness, summoned their King Realms.

"Hmph, if the Four Symbols Sect wants revenge, then bring it on. I’m certainly not afraid of you!"

"Indeed, if it’s a fight you want, then let’s have at it!"

...

The twelve Earth Hall disciples cried out in unison, and then retrieved their weapons from their Space Rings, their formidable aura skyrocketing, standing off at a distance against the disciples of the Four Symbols Sect.

While they were outnumbered, they absolutely would not retreat.

The atmosphere had tensed to the point where it seemed swords were drawn and crossbows loaded.

The silver-haired Senior Brother Qi did not speak; he stood with his hands behind his back at the rear of the crowd, scrutinizing these Earth Hall disciples and weighing the potential losses and gains from the ensuing battle.

Their mission was important, but if slaughtering the Earth Hall’s disciples could be achieved without much effort, he certainly wouldn’t hesitate.

What he feared the most was that these Earth Hall disciples had some profound trump cards since, after all, in the entirety of Central State, Taiyi Palace was only second to the Four Great Emperor Domains, and in terms of heritage, Taiyi Palace was indeed more profound than their Four Symbols Sect.

Just as both parties were on high alert, ready for battle, Wu Pojun suddenly burst out laughing and flew forward.

"My friends, you’re disciples of the Four Symbols Sect and you outnumber us. It’s understandable that you bear enmity towards our Taiyi Palace. If our positions were reversed, I’d feel the same."

"However, I advise you not to start a fight, for we hold the trump card that can annihilate you!" Wu Pojun sneered as he spoke.

Trump card!

Upon hearing these words, the pupils of the silver-haired Senior Brother Qi involuntarily constricted, and a heavy feeling settled in his heart; he had guessed correctly that these Taiyi Palace disciples indeed possessed a trump card.

"Do you think we’d believe you just because you say you have a trump card? And how do you know we don’t have our own trump cards?" The silver-haired Senior Brother Qi stepped forward, fixing his gaze on Wu Pojun, and slowly said.

"Oh? It seems you’re the leader of this group." Wu Pojun’s eyes shifted, falling onto the silver-haired Senior Brother Qi.

"Let me tell you, among us brothers, there is Junior Brother Xiao who has yet to appear. He possesses the Heavenly Martial Order granted by our Main Hall’s top-ranked brother, Lin Feng."

"If activated, it can unleash a force equal to a full-strength strike from Brother Lin Feng. Do you think anyone among you can withstand it?" Wu Pojun glanced fleetingly toward Xiao Ye’s direction, then spoke indifferently.

So much was happening here, yet Xiao Ye had not shown up.

Lin Feng!

Hearing this name, all disciples from the Four Symbols Sect involuntarily inhaled sharply, fear uncontrollably welling up in their eyes.

In all of Central State, amidst countless powers and numerous sects where geniuses were legion, the most famous were those cultivated by the mightiest forces like the Four Great Emperor Domains and Taiyi Palace.

And within Taiyi Palace, ever since Jun Shitian departed, Lin Feng had unquestionably become the most outstanding disciple.

This name reverberated tremendously among his contemporaries in Central State, his formidable strength undeniably certain.

A full-strength attack from such a person, they feared, not even a combined defense could withstand.

"Senior Brother Qi, I think this guy is just bluffing. We shouldn’t believe him and should just strike directly. Even if we can’t kill them, at least we should make them pay a price!"

"Yeah, let’s just take action. Why bother listening to his gibberish!"

...

Several young disciples immediately transmitted their thoughts to the silver-haired Senior Brother Qi.

"It’s better to err on the side of caution and not act hastily, with the option to stay in Chaoyang Valley for a few days to probe their reality. If he dares to deceive us..." Senior Brother Qi, with a glint of cold light in his eyes, said partway.

Upon hearing this, the disciples of the Four Symbols Sect frowned at each other, eventually reluctantly withdrawing their aura.

They had no choice, they had to follow the silver-haired Senior Brother Qi’s orders on this mission, otherwise they risked breaking the sect’s rules.

"Hmph, let’s find a place to cultivate first, and I will naturally ascertain the truth." After speaking, Senior Brother Qi led those young men and women away to an area to sit down and begin cultivation.

Seeing this scene, the Taiyi Palace’s Earth Hall disciples finally breathed a sigh of relief.

While they weren’t afraid of a confrontation, it was best to avoid fighting if possible, especially considering the numerical and apparent cultivation advantages the other side held.

"Go back to your cultivation. I will keep a watch over these Four Symbols Sect disciples for you. If anything happens, I will naturally inform you," Wu Pojun said indifferently at this moment.

The Earth Hall disciples were briefly stunned, then, with grateful nods, returned to their cultivation.

"Heh heh, now the timing is just right." Two hours later, when the basin fell into quiet once more, Wu Pojun silently took action and headed towards the silver-haired Senior Brother Qi.

"Hm? What do you want, coming to me?" The meditating Senior Brother Qi felt the disturbance, opened his eyes, and coldly said to the approaching Wu Pojun.

"It seems you’re not too happy to see me. Too bad I was actually planning to give you a treasure." Wu Pojun feigned helplessness and shook his head as he spoke.