99: Chapter 99 How could it be controlled by someone?

At that moment, the place had already become a wasteland.

No, to be more precise, it was two massive circular craters connected, as if struck by meteors.

Bodies lay strewn haphazardly on the surrounding ground, over a hundred of them, with some people still moaning in agony.

"What... what exactly happened?"

The self-destruction of two experts at the level of Carefree Heaven Realm and Great Carefree Realm far exceeded imagination in its destructive power.

The stronghold guarded by Mo Qixuan of Heaven Beyond Heaven was instantly blasted into ruins.

The entire stronghold immediately fell into chaos; the Heaven Beyond Heaven Disciples left behind suffered heavy casualties, with nearly half lost.

The few Evil Path powerhouses allied with Heaven Beyond Heaven, as well as the members of the Yin Gui Sect, all wore expressions of shock.

When had they ever witnessed a scene of people self-destructing right before their eyes?

They simply couldn't figure out what had happened.

Although Mo Qixuan possessed considerable strength, he hadn't retreated very far when the self-destruction occurred.

Fortunately, he hadn't sustained fatal injuries.

However, he now felt a wave of dizziness in his head, only recovering after quite some time.

Staring at the wreckage and ruins before him, he stood frozen in place.

Did two Venerable Envoys really self-destruct right in front of me?

What was going on? What could have driven them to such despair?

Mo Qixuan was utterly perplexed.

He shook his head, and amidst his chaotic thoughts, he finally recalled the words the two had shouted as they charged into the council hall:

"Dare to move against me? This is just the interest!"

A flicker of shock passed through Mo Qixuan's eyes.

A notion began to form vaguely in his mind.

Yet, this notion startled him.

Because it was too unbelievable.

Cannot Be Bound were Venerable Envoys of Heaven Beyond Heaven, masters of numerous secret arts, possessing formidable strength and excelling at joint combat.

Their status within the Holy Sect was extremely high.

How could they possibly be controlled?

Yet, if they hadn't been controlled, who would choose mutual destruction over a simple disagreement?

The more Mo Qixuan thought about it, the more something felt off.

Connecting this further with the purpose of their mission and those meaningful words, an idea gradually surfaced in his mind.

The one who acted was likely the Martial Arts Hall Master of the Nameless Martial Arts School!

Although there was no concrete evidence, Mo Qixuan was almost certain.

He never imagined that this Martial Arts Hall Master not only possessed heaven-defying swordsmanship but also had a method to control experts of the Great Carefree Realm!

Forcing two Great Carefree Realm experts to self-destruct—such a method was not only unseen but unheard of!

Illusion arts, suggestion-based Cultivation Techniques are typically more effective against practitioners of lower Realms.

Among top-tier experts, such methods can almost only serve as auxiliary means.

Now, Mo Qixuan was beginning to regret provoking this Nameless Martial Arts School.

Previous intelligence suggested the other party didn't seem involved in the conflicts here.

As long as they weren't provoked, they likely wouldn't retaliate.

Unfortunately, realizing this now was too late.

What he pondered now was whether to continue executing the original plan.

Cannot Be Bound were already dead.

Once dead, any words were useless; the Holy Sect's operation could not fail.

Originally, Mo Qixuan had planned to deploy personnel to attack those Northern Li geniuses gathered around the Martial Arts School when the Gu Xu Grand Formation was activated.

This would embroil the Martial Arts School in trouble.

If those geniuses died at the Martial Arts School's doorstep, the responsibility would naturally fall on the Holy Sect.

But the Holy Sect was already at odds with these forces and did not fear them.

It wasn't that Mo Qixuan looked down on these Sects; it was just that for Heaven Beyond Heaven, aside from a few major Sects, other forces truly didn't amount to much.

Thus, he didn't particularly care.

However, if they died right at the Martial Arts School's entrance, that debt would be placed on the Martial Arts School's head.

After all, compared to a behemoth like Heaven Beyond Heaven, a seemingly isolated Nameless Martial Arts School was obviously an easier target.

Naturally, some short-sighted individuals would go to provoke it.

At that time, the Martial Arts School would either embark on a bloody massacre or be overwhelmed dealing with it, having no time to attend to other matters.

The Holy Sect could then take the opportunity to complete its own arrangements.

But now, the other party was probably already enraged.

"No, we must act immediately!"

The plan will proceed as originally intended.

Since we've already incurred enmity, we might as well go all the way.

Ultimately, those who acted against the Martial Arts School weren't Heaven Beyond Heaven's core Disciples to begin with.

It didn't matter how many died.

Moreover, they couldn't stay here long.

With such a huge commotion, people from Snow Moon City would arrive soon.

"Protector Lord, this..." A surviving Disciple approached with fear, but his words were cut short.

"Gather our things, we're moving out immediately!"

"Yes!"

Upon receiving the order, everyone immediately sprang into action.

"What exactly happened?" Wanwan walked over, her expression complex.

Bian Bufu and the others also approached, faces full of confusion.

Wen Cai Ting and her several handsome, young lovers all had torn clothes and were covered in dust.

"Where are Elders Yun and Xia? Has the Holy Sect's Protector Lord seen them?"

Bian Bufu asked with a furrowed brow.

Previously, Yun and Xia had been discussing the action plan with the person before them.

Yet now, the meeting place had been blasted into ruins.

"We suffered a life-for-a-life assault by a master. Your Sect's two Elders were caught in it and likely perished."

Mo Qixuan responded slowly.

Hearing this, Bian Bufu's face immediately darkened.

He had come on the orders of his Senior Sister Zhu Yuyan to assist Heaven Beyond Heaven in dealing with Snow Moon City.

Before departing, his Senior Sister had cautioned him to prioritize preserving their strength above all.

Let Heaven Beyond Heaven and others do the fighting.

Who would have thought that before the plan even commenced, the Yin Gui Sect had already lost two Elders.

"Lord Demon Concealment, we've found Elder Yun and Elder Xia!"

Two Yin Gui Sect Disciples hurried over to report.

Upon hearing this, Bian Bufu immediately pressed:

"What's the situation? Are they still alive?"

"Reporting to Lord Demon Concealment, the two Elders' bodies are... not intact. We only found their heads!"

Bian Bufu's heart sank as if plunging into an icy abyss.

Although he harbored improper thoughts towards that stunningly beautiful Senior Sister, he also held a deep fear of her.

Zhu Yuyan's methods and ruthlessness were all too clear to him, her Junior Brother.

Losing two Elders this time was undoubtedly a heavy blow to the Yin Gui Sect.

He would definitely face severe punishment from his Senior Sister upon returning.

The mere thought of Zhu Yuyan's terrifying methods soon caused fine beads of sweat to cover Bian Bufu's forehead.

"Protector Mo, what do we do about this? Didn't you say the situation was under our control?"

Bian Bufu's face shifted uncertainly. His gaze fell on Mo Qixuan not far away. A thought turned in his mind: he wanted to shift the blame, test the other's stance, and perhaps even seek some benefits.

This way, the punishment might be lighter.

"Since it's a plan, unforeseen events are inevitable."

Mo Qixuan, however, didn't take the bait, his tone indifferent.

"This incident was indeed triggered by a sudden development within the city."

Just as Mo Qixuan was about to elaborate, he suddenly remembered these people had shown considerable interest in that Martial Arts School before, especially the leader Bian Bufu, who seemed to have other schemes.

If he revealed the truth, they would likely back out.

So he swallowed his words.

"This place is not safe to stay. We must relocate immediately.

The plan will commence the day after tomorrow. Once this matter is concluded, I will request instructions from the Sect Leader to compensate for your losses."

Mo Qixuan stated calmly.

Hearing this, Bian Bufu finally gave a slight nod and fell silent.

Wanwan stood quietly nearby, listening without uttering a word.

But she already had some suspicions in her heart, faintly feeling this matter might be related to that Martial Arts School.

Within Snow Moon City.

The Law Enforcement Team reacted very swiftly.

After all, that Martial Arts School was an object of special attention for Snow Moon City's higher-ups.

They greatly feared someone causing trouble there, leading to major complications.

Earlier, two figures had rushed out from the school at high speed, causing quite a stir in the city.

Many couldn't catch up, including those with exceptional lightness skills.

Just as the Law Enforcement Team arrived at the scene, several individuals were found slumped before the Martial Arts School's gate, their major acupoints sealed, unable to move, only their eyes betraying terror.

"They are members of the Demonic Sect. Teacher instructs you to take them back for thorough interrogation!"

The gate remained closed, the voice emanating from within the school.

Upon hearing this, the Law Enforcement Team didn't dare linger. They cupped their hands in salute, took the individuals, and headed straight for the inner city.

Baili Dongjun, Sikong Changfeng, and the Elders stationed in Snow Moon City by various factions gathered together upon receiving the news.

"What's the situation?"

"Their mouths are very tight."

Hearing this, Sikong Changfeng frowned deeply.

These Demonic Sect members were notoriously tight-lipped and difficult to crack.

"Father, I'll go invite my Senior Sister over!"

Sikong Qianluo, who had been standing behind Yin Luoxia, suddenly spoke up.

"My Junior Sister has a way to make them talk."

Sikong Changfeng looked at the excited gleam in his daughter's eyes and nodded helplessly.

"Fairy Luoxia, I must trouble you and Qianluo to go together."

"Alright."

Yin Luoxia assented and left with Sikong Qianluo.

The hall was left with Baili Dongjun, Sikong Changfeng, and the others.

"The Demonic Sect actually dared to make a move this time. They're probably here to rescue that little demoness."

Yue Qing's identity was already known to everyone present.

Previously, Baili and Sikong had tried to take her from Su Rui but were refused and didn't dare force the issue.

"The Demonic Sect didn't just send these few people. This woman's identity is likely not simple."

The Elder from the Lei Clan spoke up.

"Indeed. It seems you've also heard some rumors."

Baili Dongjun nodded.

The two figures who had fled from the Martial Arts School had already stirred waves in everyone's hearts.

"It seems that person managed to escape from the hands of that Martial Arts Hall Master."

Someone speculated in a low voice.

"That Hall Master's skills are no ordinary feat. To escape from such a master, they must be an important figure on the Demonic Sect's side!"

Thinking of this, everyone's hearts grew heavier.

The matter of Li Changsheng joining the Martial Arts School during the day had already been a significant shock to them.

However, they didn't know much about Li Changsheng himself, mostly hearing bits and pieces from rumors.

Perhaps his personality was easygoing, even a bit eccentric.

But regardless, that Hall Master's strength was definitely not inferior to the City Lord of Xueyue City.

To escape unscathed from such a person showed the other party's strength was not to be underestimated.

"Enough wild speculation. We'll know once the results come out."

Sikong Changfeng interrupted everyone's discussion.

"After dawn, everyone prepare. Starting tomorrow, we will gradually clear the formation nodes the Demonic Sect has set up outside the city."

"That's no problem. I've already made arrangements. The Tang Sect also sent word saying they can arrive tomorrow to provide support."

Hearing this, Sikong Changfeng nodded, but his expression remained grave.