83: Xiao Tianxiong's resentment

After speaking casually, he continued to lead the young man deeper into the stronghold.

He didn't care about the affairs of those big shots.

He only knew that bringing this newcomer into the Gang today would net him some benefits.

Suddenly,

a firework exploded in the sky.

"Enemy attack!"

"All hands, on alert!"

The entire Qingfeng Stronghold instantly sprang into action, everyone holding long sabers and battleaxes, preparing to defend against the enemy.

"Someone is attacking Qingfeng Stronghold! Which faction is so audacious?" The young man was slightly panicked. He had only just joined Qingfeng Stronghold; surely it wasn't about to be wiped out already?

The middle-aged man's face registered shock, but he quickly calmed himself down.

"What's there to panic about!"

"With the First Chieftain here, the sky won't fall!"

The Qingfeng Stronghold's base had been relocated many times, always because someone had come knocking on their door.

But every single time, the First Chieftain had turned the tide.

Qingfeng Stronghold had always emerged safe and sound.

"Come on, let's get back to processing your admission."

"Look at how spineless you are. What are you so chicken of? I regret bringing you back to the Gang!"

The middle-aged man said coldly.

The young man cowered behind the burly man, not daring to say another word.

*Bang! Bang! Bang!*

Another series of warning fireworks went off. The middle-aged man could even hear the sounds of slaughter, drawing closer and closer to the Qingfeng Stronghold's headquarters.

At this moment, his expression finally changed.

He ran to the Qingfeng Stronghold's watchtower and saw a group of people launching an assault on their outer defensive line. The Gang's Disciples were retreating in defeat.

The entire Qingfeng Stronghold was filled with the sounds of battle. Even though all their elites had been deployed, it was still of no use. The enemy's attack was swift and fierce, and the encirclement was growing tighter.

Anyone who tried to flee was cut down on the spot.

"How is this possible? They are all Innate experts!"

The middle-aged man was shocked; every single one of the attackers was several times stronger than him.

"Wait... Qilin Robes, Demon Suppression Blades... These are Demon Suppression Guards!"

As those people drew closer, he could finally see their faces clearly.

The middle-aged man's face was filled with utter disbelief.

He looked up and saw a Great Golden Condor circling in the sky above Qingfeng Stronghold.

A tall man leaped down from the Great Golden Condor and shouted, "Xiao Tianxiong, come out and fight!"

Xiao Tianxiong was indeed the real name of Qingfeng Stronghold's First Chieftain.

"How dare you touch Qingfeng Stronghold! This Chief will make your blood splatter on the spot!"

Broad-shouldered and powerfully built, Xiao Tianxiong let out a roar. He wore a deep black Tiger-Head Robe, his facial features sharp and chiseled like they were carved by an axe.

The two clashed for over a dozen moves in mid-air. Wang Chao quickly suppressed him, leaving Xiao Tianxiong completely unable to fight back. The cold gleam of the Demon Suppression Blade flashed, and with a single strike, Xiao Tianxiong was instantly sent flying dozens of meters away.

"Where did the Second Chief go?"

Xiao Tianxiong roared at the entire stronghold. This opponent was extremely powerful; only by joining forces with the Second Chief would they stand a fighting chance.

The Qingfeng Stronghold's base had only been moved here a few days ago.

How did these Demon Suppression Guards find this place? Could there be a mole?

"First Chieftain... the Second Chief seemed to have gone out just now!"

The middle-aged man replied tremblingly, not daring to look Xiao Tianxiong in the eye.

"Ah... damn it!"

Xiao Tianxiong was furious. The Second Chief had always been reliable and had never made a mistake. Why did he happen to go out on some business tonight of all nights, just when the Demon Suppression Guards were attacking Qingfeng Stronghold?

Could it be?

The mole was the Second Chief!

If so,

then everything made sense.

Goddammit!

"Wen Kai, get the hell out here! This Chief is going to hack you alive!"

Xiao Tianxiong clutched his Gold-Ringed Broadsword, his anger reaching the heavens. The Second Chief, whom he trusted so deeply, was actually a Demon Suppression Guard! What the actual f*ck... Ah!

He had even led the Demon Suppression Guards to attack his Qingfeng Stronghold!

The remaining Gang members were shocked. Their proud First Chieftain couldn't even last a dozen rounds against the opponent before falling into a disadvantage.

The Demon Suppression Guards who came this time were too strong. Whether in terms of high-level or low-level combat power, they far exceeded the limit of what Qingfeng Stronghold could withstand.

The Third Chief had not returned, and the Second Chief had seemingly defected.

Today, Qingfeng Stronghold was in danger of being completely destroyed.

Atop the Azure-Eyed Golden Eagle, a figure stood beside Chu Jiang. It was indeed the Second Chief, Wen Kai. At this moment, he had already changed into the attire of a Demon Suppression Guard.

Even his facial features had changed by seventy to eighty percent.

And the name Wen Kai was merely one of his many aliases. He had executed a total of three undercover missions, climbing higher with each one.

He was exceptionally gifted.

"Aren't you going to see your old boss?" Chu Jiang said with a half-smile.

"Forget it, Commander Chu, please don't tease your subordinate!"

"Xiao Tianxiong treated me well, but I am already a Demon Suppression Guard. No matter how well he treated me, I will not change my allegiance."

"In life, I am a member of the Demon Suppression Division; in death, I am a ghost of the Demon Suppression Division!"

"This is the oath I took upon joining the Demon Suppression Division, and I will fulfill it with my life!"

Wen Kai spoke solemnly.

Chu Jiang showed a look of appreciation. Being an undercover agent was arguably the hardest job.

Once exposed, there was only death.

It was like walking a tightrope every single moment; the slightest misstep would plunge one into an abyss.

In this line of work,

there were no fools.

Only those with immense perseverance, great wisdom, ruthless hearts, and sharp reflexes could survive in the long run.

He continued to watch the battle below. Xiao Tianxiong's strength was considered quite formidable among those at the Peak Vajra Realm, but unfortunately, he had encountered Wang Chao.

As one of the top three Centurions of the Yunzhou Demon Suppression Division, if any random nobody could match him, then the Yunzhou Demon Suppression Division might as well pack up and go home.

After a few more moves,

Xiao Tianxiong was exhausted, covered in blade wounds, and bleeding profusely.

He looked at the Demon Suppression Guards closing in on him. More than half of the Qingfeng Stronghold's Gang members were already dead or injured. His heart sank to the bottom; today, there was likely no turning the tide.

Just as he was thinking,

the Void Realm rippled, and a person wearing the Qilin Robes of a Commander appeared before him.

His aura was as vast as the ocean.

It was unknown how many times stronger he was compared to Wang Chao, who had just fought him.

Chu Jiang struck with a palm, sending Heart Fire through the air and into Xiao Tianxiong's body.

He lightly clenched his hand.

The Heart Fire instantly began to burn within Xiao Tianxiong's heart. The burning of his heart caused him agonizing pain, making him wish he were dead.

His face contorted to the limit, and his veins bulged like coiled Dragons.

"Ugh... Urgh... Mmh..."

Xiao Tianxiong endured the pain, trying his best not to make a sound. However, the burning of the Heart Fire penetrated deep into his Soul, making it impossible to withstand, leaving him able only to let out low groans.

"Name the mastermind behind this!"

Chu Jiang said calmly, wasting no words on him. Regardless of whether he would speak or not, he would first let the Heart Fire burn him for a bit to make him feel the pain.

"I..."

Xiao Tianxiong was prepared to hold out to the death, resolved never to reveal his employer's identity.

But the power of the burning Heart Fire was too immense, making him wish he could die immediately.

"I'll... talk. Just give me a quick death!"

"People from the Sword King Sect contacted me. They gave me a vast amount of cultivation resources and hidden weapons specifically designed to pierce True Qi."

"Taking people's money to eliminate their troubles!"

"This Chief has no regrets. This world is just that cruel!"

"If you don't fight your way to the top, you'll be eaten by others."

"Kill me! Give this Chief a quick death!"

Xiao Tianxiong laughed miserably, a trace of relief flashing in his eyes.

"This Commander will grant your wish!"

Xiao Tianxiong let out a smile, but in the next second, Chu Jiang's words plunged him into an abyss of ice.