323: Chapter is quick to make friends and early decline

However, this seemingly powerful attack failed to hit its target.

This was because Xue Yi and Xue Jiu flickered, appearing swiftly before the Eighth Seat like ghosts, easily blocking the onslaught of ice spears and blade energy.

At the same time, the other Blood Disciples also took action, surrounding Bai Yuan and the others in the blink of an eye.

Just as both sides were at daggers drawn and a great battle was about to erupt, a clear and pleasant voice suddenly broke the tense atmosphere.

"Stop!"

Everyone looked towards the source of the voice, and it turned out to be Nangong Ya who had spoken.

Hearing her shout, the team members who had already prepared for battle were all stunned in place.

Out of trust in Nangong Ya, they stopped the attacks they were about to launch.

Seeing that the other party had stopped, Xue Yi and the others did not continue to attack either, and for a moment, the entire scene fell into a strange calm.

Everyone's gaze was focused on Nangong Ya and the Eighth Seat, curious about what would happen next.

The Eighth Seat did not make any harmful moves towards Nangong Ya; he slowly extended his hand and gently stroked Nangong Ya's fair and tender cheek.

A trace of nostalgia flickered in his deep eyes, as if he saw a certain figure from the past through the woman before him.

Then, he sighed softly, "If my daughter were still alive, perhaps she would be as beautiful and charming as you..."

His words were filled with endless regret, and then he took a step back and waved his hand, "Take your people and leave!"

The Blood Disciple guarding the cage heard this and opened the cage holding Qin Hu, but the latter was completely paralyzed, only able to move his eyes.

A Blood Disciple grabbed Qin Hu and threw him directly towards the direction of Bai Yuan's team. Chen Qing immediately transformed into a giant eagle to catch Qin Hu.

"It's fine, he'll recover in a couple of days."

Chang Tingting checked Qin Hu's condition immediately, and hearing her words, everyone finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Thank you, Senior!"

Nangong Ya looked at the Eighth Seat with great surprise, then bowed respectfully.

"Senior, can we leave now?"

The Eighth Seat stared at Nangong Ya's lively eyes for a moment, then he waved his hand, "Go, I hope we don't have a chance to meet again."

The Blood Disciples who had surrounded them, including Xue Yi and Xue Jiu, also consciously made way until they all climbed onto the back of the giant eagle Chen Qing had transformed into and left.

"Lord, how should we deal with these people?"

Xue Yi turned back to his original head and asked in a deep voice. The Eighth Seat turned to look at the people in the cages who were watching them with terrified expressions and grinned hideously.

"Take them back. Investigate them thoroughly. Don't let a single one who should be killed escape."

After speaking, he turned to look at the ability users who had been brought back, "Kill them all! Whoever captured them gets them!"

"Yes!"

Instantly, screams echoed throughout the backyard, but they did not last long before disappearing.

At the same time, the once lively manor was now dilapidated, with only puddles of blood on the ground indicating that something extraordinary had happened here.

Xuanwu District, in this suburban area far from the bustling city, an ancient and mysterious castle stood quietly.

The castle was surrounded by a dense forest, a scene of tranquility and peace. However, in this seemingly calm place, an astonishing anomaly was quietly occurring.

In the center of the castle courtyard, a massive and bizarre-shaped tree grew.

Its branches were twisted and intertwined, as if countless giant pythons were wrapped around each other.

The leaves were a dark green, emitting faint, strange light.

Suddenly, this large tree began to twist violently.

The previously still branches instantly became extremely active, whipping wildly in the air like mad whips.

Every thick branch seemed to have its own independent consciousness, dancing erratically, dazzling the eyes.

At the same time, a pair of eyes suddenly opened between the insect-like patterns on the trunk.

Those eyes flickered with blood-red light, revealing an aura of evil and greed.

Its mouth opened and closed, as if trying hard to swallow or exhale some invisible force or substance.

As time passed, the aura emanating from this large tree actually increased slightly at a speed visible to the naked eye.

Even more astonishing was that within its dense canopy, dozens of strangely shaped fruits suddenly appeared.

These fruits varied in size and color, and were all covered in various patterns.

They hung densely on the branches, giving a chilling feeling.

"Soon, it's almost time..."

Just then, a dry, hoarse voice came from the insect-like mouth on the tree trunk.

The sound was like someone rubbing coarse sandpaper against old tree bark, harsh and unpleasant, causing goosebumps.

The voice echoed in the silent castle, as if carrying some unspeakable secret and premonition.

After a while, those fruits mysteriously disappeared again. Only it probably knew where they went.

Great Xia Thirteenth District, Baili Ziyuan slowly opened his eyes. Around him, besides Mo Xuan and Xia Yu, there were dozens of Ghost Generals, currently absorbing the surrounding grayish-white mist.

This was because Baili Ziyuan had dispersed and purified all the heavenly materials and earthly treasures exchanged for enhancing the soul, providing them for cultivation.

Suddenly, his phone placed beside him vibrated, followed by a call.

Seeing the caller ID, Baili Ziyuan's pupils contracted. The call was actually from the Dragon King, Dragon Xuanyuan!

"Hello, Dragon King!"

"Dragon Dark, he's dying!"

Dragon Xuanyuan's voice came from the other end of the phone, low and devoid of any emotion.

Baili Ziyuan knew who he was talking about, but why was it so much earlier than expected?

Didn't they say about half a year earlier? But it had only been a little over a month, and he was already failing?

However, he didn't think too much about it, just slowly got up and walked outside.

"King!"

Mo Xuan, Xia Yu, and so many Ghost Generals all stood up, but Baili Ziyuan refused them, "No need, I'll be back soon. You continue cultivating."

"Yes!"

Baili Ziyuan walked towards the experimental area, encountering many people along the way. Some greeted him, while others remained just as indifferent to him.

Baili Ziyuan didn't care about such situations. If others were enthusiastic, he was enthusiastic; if others were indifferent, he was indifferent. There was no need to pander to others.

Soon, he arrived at the room labeled Lord of Flesh. With his current authority, he was allowed to enter.

Upon entering, he saw many people. The Dragon King, Ba Xia, and Chao Feng were all there, in addition to a few strangers.