22: Chapter 22 Whoever it is, they will all come to light this time!

However, hearing from the gatekeeping Disciples that she had succeeded through a sneak attack, the crowd immediately grew indignant.

It was as if Li Hanyi had done something unforgivable by heaven and earth.

Li Hanyi watched their clamor quietly, her face showing no emotion.

“All of you, come at me together.”

As soon as these words were spoken, the noisy crowd fell silent instantly.

The onlookers all showed expressions of shock.

Isn't this young girl's tone a bit too arrogant?

Among these Disciples, several had reached the Mortal Realm cultivation.

Although slightly inferior to the Instructor, they had strength in numbers; did she really intend to face them all alone?

Could it be that her coming to challenge the hall wasn't to make a name for herself?

But when they saw the pale-faced Jinyang Martial Arts Hall Instructor clutching his chest, everyone understood.

In this situation, the martial arts hall would certainly not let the matter rest.

The people of the Jinyang Martial Arts Hall were first stunned, then flew into a rage.

“Our Jinyang Martial Arts Hall has been established in Snow Moon City for many years; you are the first person who dares to be so insolent!”

Immediately after, several Disciples drew their swords and surrounded Li Hanyi in the center.

Their positioning vaguely carried a hint of mystery.

Someone in the crowd suddenly cried out in surprise:

“Six Yang Sword Formation?”

At these words, a commotion broke out all around.

The power of a sword Formation was well known.

These Formations, which emphasized coordination, often allowed a few people to exert several times their combat strength.

And this Six Yang Sword Formation of the Jinyang Martial Arts Hall was somewhat famous in the vicinity.

To think that they would actually use this Formation to deal with just one person.

The crowd held their breath, all wanting to see if this young girl who came to challenge really had the ability to cope.

The six people didn't say much; once the Formation was set, they acted as one, drawing their swords together and launching a fierce offensive against Li Hanyi.

Li Hanyi's expression remained unchanged; her eyesight was already extraordinary.

Although this sword Formation was somewhat clever, it was full of loopholes in her eyes.

If it were an ordinary person in the Diamond Realm, they might be trapped, but to her, it posed no threat.

Gripping her sword hilt, she executed the Yue Maiden Sword Technique, using the move 'Immortal Points the Way' to pierce directly through the flaw, then transitioned into a Lifting Sword Style.

With a miserable scream, one person flew out of the Formation and fell heavily into the crowd.

With one person flying out, the Formation was instantly broken.

Li Hanyi's figure flashed as she continuously executed the Yue Maiden Sword Technique; the remaining five people, like the one before them, spat blood and flew out one after another, knocking over a group of people.

In the blink of an eye, the sword Formation that the Jinyang Martial Arts Hall was so proud of was broken?

The onlookers could hardly believe their eyes.

Could it be that the Jinyang Martial Arts Hall was only this much?

But the reputation of this martial arts hall was not unearned; it was built through match after match.

There was only one explanation—

This young girl was simply too strong.

Despite her young age, her skills were far beyond imagination.

One wondered what kind of expert could teach such an outstanding Disciple.

Meanwhile, what was happening here had already been swiftly reported to the Ascending Heaven Pavilion.

...

The sixteenth floor of the Ascending Heaven Pavilion.

After hearing the report, Baili Dongjun sighed lightly and looked at Sikong Changfeng standing by the railing.

“What do you think?” he asked with a complex expression.

“What else can I think? I didn't expect the Demonic Cult's hands to reach so far; it seems it's time to take action.”

Sikong Changfeng appeared calm on the surface, but the veins on the back of his hand gripping the railing bulged.

“Are you sure it's not because of Qianluo?”

Baili Dongjun spoke.

Although his cultivation was higher than Sikong Changfeng's, he had never interfered much in the affairs of Snow Moon City.

“Qianluo? This has nothing to do with that girl; I'm just doing what needs to be done.”

Hearing these obviously insincere words, Baili Dongjun only shook his head helplessly.

Last night, they had followed Yin Luoxia into the city; after hearing that someone in the city had attacked Li Hanyi, Sikong Qianluo, and the others, Sikong Changfeng had picked up his long spear in a rage and swept through those martial arts halls one by one.

Fortunately, after learning that Sikong Qianluo was fine, Sikong Changfeng gradually calmed down.

“Then we'll do as you say. This time, Li Hanyi is taking action against these martial arts halls in Snow Moon City; should we intervene?”

Baili Dongjun asked.

“You still dare to intervene?”

Sikong Changfeng glanced at him, his tone carrying a hint of warning.

“Strong Sword Intent still remains where the Sword Qi erupted last night; as a sword user, you should be most clear about the strength of that Sword Intent's owner.”

Hearing him say this, Baili Dongjun sighed; it was indeed true.

The Sword Intent they felt at that battlefield last night was enough for them to catch a glimpse of the tip of the iceberg of the person's strength.

“We only need to handle the aftermath.

Li Hanyi has someone protecting her; her journey of challenging with the sword won't have any major problems.

What we need to guard against is these people becoming desperate!”

Sikong Changfeng spoke after a moment of reflection.

“But before that, we must first clean out the traitors.

Last night, the Law Enforcement Team was actually lured away for so long without being noticed; it seems the Demonic Cult's movements are even earlier than we anticipated!”

He continued.

“If there's anything you need me to do, just say the word.”

Hearing this, Baili Dongjun drained the wine in his cup in one gulp, his expression serious.

“Naturally, you must take action.

This time, I estimate that many experts from the Demonic Cult are lurking in Snow Moon City, but I just don't know who they are.”

Sikong Changfeng said.

“No matter who it is, they will surface this time.”

Baili Dongjun said in a low voice, thinking of Li Hanyi's current actions.

“Then it's settled.

Pass down the order: no one is to disturb Li Hanyi's sword challenge. At the same time, arrange for personnel to monitor the entire city to prevent the Demonic Cult and the pawns they've planted from making a final, desperate struggle!”

Sikong Changfeng instructed before leaving.

...

In a room in the backyard of the Jinyang Martial Arts Hall.

Song Jinyang's face was heavy, and his expression was anxious as he paced back and forth in the room, his mind unsettled.

The scene of that sky-filling Sword Qi suspended in the air last night still made him tremble with fear.

There was no news from the people he sent out, and the Martial Arts Hall Masters of the several halls that took action had all lost contact.

He sent people to investigate the situation, but that area had already been cordoned off by the Law Enforcement Team.

The moles they had planted in the Law Enforcement Team had also lost contact.

Everything seemed to be heading in the worst direction.

And there had been no news from the Holy Cult's side for a long time, which made him increasingly restless.

Just then, a martial arts hall Elder hurried over.

“Hall Master, someone has come to the Jinyang Martial Arts Hall to challenge with a sword and has already injured over a dozen Disciples!”

“What?”

Song Jinyang frowned, his face looking ugly.

Why did all kinds of trouble have to come looking for him?

He raised so many subordinates; were they just for show?

“Have the hall's Instructor handle it!”

He said coldly.

“Hall Master, Instructor Chen was seriously injured, even the door plaque was smashed, and the Six Yang Sword Formation we set up was broken by the opponent in just a few sword strikes!”

The Elder's tone carried a hint of panic.

Song Jinyang was startled.

To be able to break the Six Yang Sword Formation, this person was definitely no ordinary individual!

“How many people came? Do we know who it is?”

He asked, a premonition of disaster growing in his heart.

“It's a young girl who calls herself Li Hanyi!”

This Elder clearly didn't know about Song Jinyang's relationship with the Demonic Cult; otherwise, he wouldn't have spoken so directly.

As soon as Song Jinyang heard this name, his heart tightened.

He almost immediately understood that he might have been exposed.

After all, Li Hanyi was the main target of last night's operation.

Now the target was safe and sound, while not a single person he sent out had returned.

There was no need to guess further what happened last night.

The most important thing now was—how much did she actually know? And how should he respond?

While he was thinking, a bird's cry suddenly came from outside the door.

Song Jinyang's expression changed, and he immediately steadied himself.

“I understand. You all go and drive this Li Hanyi away first.”

He said to the Elder.

The Elder was stunned and looked at Song Jinyang doubtfully, but he still nodded in agreement and turned to leave.

After the person left, a dark figure quietly appeared in the room.

“Messenger!”

Song Jinyang cupped his hands in greeting.

“Last night's operation failed; everyone was wiped out. The one who took action was that martial arts hall's master.”

The dark figure said in a low voice.

Song Jinyang was shocked to hear this.

“But you don't need to worry too much; things haven't reached the worst point yet.

You next task is to capture Li Hanyi.

If that person really cares about her, they will naturally have misgivings.”

...

Let him take action?

Song Jinyang's heart tightened.

He had seen the scene of the sky-filling Sword Qi crisscrossing last night very clearly.

Was such a person someone he could afford to provoke?

If nothing else, he already felt deep regret for agreeing to take action against Li Hanyi yesterday.

Although it was true that Li Hanyi might pose a threat to them in this Ascending Heaven Pavilion competition and even take the top spot.

But if the people they sent out were outstanding enough, their goal wasn't impossible to achieve.

In the final analysis, it was greed that caused this harm.

Now Li Hanyi had come to his door personally.

He absolutely didn't believe that she didn't have the support of that expert from last night behind her.

Although Song Jinyang was confident that his chances of winning against a junior were extremely high.

But if that expert from last night was nearby, then he would probably be in danger.

Seeing Song Jinyang's expression shifting.

The man called the Messenger showed a look of displeasure.

“What? You have an objection?”

“I wouldn't dare, it's just...” Song Jinyang weighed his words and slowly voiced his concerns.

“No need to worry; our Holy Cult's Sword Immortal has already arrived in the city and will be looking out for you in secret this time.

If the person from last night shows up, the Great One will naturally step in to stop them!”

Song Jinyang looked up abruptly, a flash of shock in his eyes.

To be called a Sword Immortal, one must at least be a top expert in the Carefree Heaven Realm, or perhaps even an existence in the Half-Step Divine Roaming Realm.

Such a powerful figure had already arrived?

“Lord Messenger, could it be that the Holy Cult is about to take action?”

Song Jinyang's tone became even more respectful.

“These are not things you should worry about.

Once this matter is over, your joining the Holy Cult will naturally be a matter of course, and your contributions will not be forgotten.”

“Yes, I understand. Please put in a good word for me in front of the Sword Immortal!”

“That's a given. Hall Master Song can rest easy!”

As soon as the words fell, when he looked up again, there was no one left in front of Song Jinyang.

“The Holy Cult's great affairs are of grave importance, and I also hold a key position in this plan for Snow Moon City. Surely the Holy Cult will not allow any mishaps to happen to me!”

Thinking of this, Song Jinyang's mood lightened considerably.

Based on his knowledge of Snow Moon City, those who could contend with a Sword Immortal, besides that unfathomable City Lord, were only the famously renowned Baili Dongjun.

Thinking of that City Lord, Song Jinyang couldn't help but sigh lightly.