334: Chapter 332: If you fall into my trap, I won’t be polite to you.

"Boom! Boom! Boom!"

Three exploding talismans detonated, releasing scorching energy that formed a massive energy wave, engulfing everyone in the vicinity.

The Transformation God Realm Cultivators immediately took action, forming energy shields to block the incoming energy.

After several dozen breaths, the energy from the exploding talismans gradually subsided. An Yuan, protected by the System's power, was unharmed. Her eyes, filled with chilling intent, immediately scanned the area to assess the situation.

Not far from her, Ling Yun's face was as black as the bottom of a pot; she had been quite close and was heavily affected by the blast.

The other Cultivators accompanying Ling Yun were in a similar state, though fortunately, the protection of the Transformation God Realm Cultivators prevented them from suffering too much damage.

Seeing Ling Yun and her group in such disarray, An Yuan surmised that Ling Yao and her companions were likely in an even worse state. Ling Yao had been so close to her that An Yuan assumed she had already perished.

She searched with delight, and as the surrounding smoke and dust cleared, she finally saw Ling Yao.

However, Ling Yao was not heavily injured; in fact, she didn't even seem to have a scratch.

She had returned to their team, protected by a thick energy barrier that shielded everyone.

Compared to the disheveled state of Ling Yun's side, they appeared completely unaffected.

Ling Yun also noticed the scene, exclaiming in surprise, "Ling Yao, weren't you just here? How did you get back?"

Ling Yao herself didn't know the answer, but she guessed that Gu Shengge must have pulled her back.

Otherwise, at such a close distance, even if she didn't die, she would have been half-crippled.

Gu Shengge no longer concealed himself. He stepped out from another side, having already left the team when he protected Ling Yao and her group, revealing his true form as he walked through the air.

"An Yuan, are you looking for me?"

Gu Shengge's words were steady and authoritative, causing everyone's hearts to tremble. Even when facing their respective emperors, they had never felt such a sensation.

An Yuan's face turned even paler, and she screamed internally, wanting the System to appear.

"System, I've found him! Where are you?"

"This guy's strength is terrifying! If you don't come out soon, I might be killed!"

But no matter how she called, the System gave no response.

Gu Shengge stood before them, looking down at An Yuan, Ling Yun, and their group below.

"Are you looking for me?"

Ling Yun looked at the anxious An Yuan in astonishment. She had previously said that the evil demon was colluding with Ling Yao, but she hadn't mentioned that this evil demon was so powerful!

She held onto a final shred of hope, but seeing An Yuan's anxious expression, that last hope vanished. This guy must be the evil demon An Yuan spoke of.

Ling Yun then saw Ling Yao and the Zhao Country Cultivators behind her all looking at her, and the thought of surrendering left her.

"An Yuan, the evil demon has appeared. What is your plan to deal with him?"

An Yuan was on the verge of tears. The System had told her to find the evil demon, making her think it had a way to deal with him. Who knew the System would just disappear!

Having walked into a trap, Gu Shengge was not going to be polite.

Gu Shengge raised his hand and pointed his index finger.

"Crack!"

Dazzling lightning shot from his fingertip, and a fierce bolt of lightning struck An Yuan.

An Yuan was hit, and before she could even scream, she was instantly reduced to ashes.

Ling Yun was completely dumbfounded. This was too unreliable! An Yuan had boldly led them to find the so-called evil demon, only for the demon to reduce her to ashes with a mere flick of his finger. How dare this foolish woman even seek him out!

Gu Shengge's gaze fell upon Ling Yun and her group. In an instant, their hair stood on end, and their bodies involuntarily began to tremble.

Ling Yao's face was filled with admiration. Because of her foreign Bloodline, her mother had taught her from a young age to be cautious and avoid conflict with her other siblings, especially the legitimate sons and daughters.

In such circumstances, being bullied was almost commonplace, especially in the oppressive Yin and Yang environment of the imperial palace.

At this moment, Ling Yao yearned for extremely powerful strength. If she possessed strength like Gu Shengge's—no, even if it was only a tenth of Gu Shengge's—it would be enough to suppress the entire Empire, wouldn't it?

"Ling Yao, we were also misled by An Yuan. Please quickly intercede for us!"

Ling Yun called out, her words carrying more of a condescending, commanding tone.

If it were the old Ling Yao, she might have succumbed, but the current Ling Yao suddenly felt an infinite disgust for that tone.

Her eyes grew cold, and she said in a deep voice, "Imperial Sister, you are so disrespectful and have angered Young Master. You must pay the price!"

Gu Shengge knew Ling Yao's thoughts perfectly. With a raise of his hand, lightning flashed in his palm, and bright, bloody lightning illuminated Gu Shengge's body, making him appear eerie and terrifying.

"Boom!"

Bloody lightning erupted, instantly annihilating Ling Yun and the Zhao Country Cultivators who followed her.

It all happened too quickly; Ling Yao hadn't even reacted. She hadn't intended for Gu Shengge to kill Ling Yun; she had only wanted Ling Yun to humble herself and beg her, so she could then intercede on her behalf.

Her face was filled with astonishment: "Young Master Gu... This, why did you kill them all?"

Ma Yuansheng and the other Zhao Country Cultivators were also trembling with shock. Although they had a competitive relationship, they were still part of the same Empire and had some private connections.

Now, the sudden death of their counterparts gave them an unparalleled shock, making their hearts tremble.

They even began to feel that Gu Shengge was indeed the evil demon.

Gu Shengge turned his head, glancing at them indifferently: "Are you telling me what to do?"

After Gu Shengge spoke, he sighed: "The Opportunities here are yours for the taking. No one will disturb you for ten days."

He had originally intended to wait for the System on An Yuan's body to appear, but that System seemed to have used An Yuan as bait, covering its escape.

So now, there was no need to remain with Ling Yao's team.

Ling Yao understood Gu Shengge's unspoken meaning and said in surprise, "Young Master Gu, are you leaving? We were too foolish just now. Since they dared to be so disrespectful, they deserved to die..."

Gu Shengge waved his hand: "No need to say more."

Gu Shengge stepped through the air, and with a single stride, he vanished from everyone's sight.

Ling Yao's eyes were filled with reluctance, but she also understood that an extraordinary figure like Gu Shengge would never linger here.

Ma Yuansheng stepped forward and whispered, "Your Highness, although Young Master Gu has left, the Opportunities here remain. These are our Opportunities and must not be missed."

Ling Yao nodded slightly, saying bitterly, "I understand. Let's explore the various Opportunities."

Gu Shengge left the team, stepping into the air, and from above the nine heavens, he released his Great Dao, invading this world.

Above the sky, dark clouds instantly gathered, and lightning surged. The space of the entire world began to tremble, and the cultivation of all Cultivators was affected. Those with unstable Realms even directly fell.

Countless Cultivators exclaimed in alarm, wondering if it was the arrival of the Dharma-ending Age, with the world withering away? (End of this chapter)