108: Ice Beads Plot

Within a secret chamber at the Tianwaitian Headquarters, Jun Xiaoyao sat cross-legged on a cold jade bed, holding an ice soul pearl. The ice soul pearl emitted a faint blue light, casting a cool, clear glow throughout the chamber. He closed his eyes and focused his mind, attempting to perceive the power contained within the ice soul pearl, preparing to break through to the Land Immortal Realm.

At the same time, in another part of the Headquarters, Zhao Gao was discussing the recent Jianghu situation with the Marshal of the Unruly.

"Marshal of the Unruly, the Icebound Valley was attacked, and the ice soul pearl was taken. This news must have spread throughout the Jianghu by now." Zhao Gao frowned, his eyes revealing worry, "Other forces probably won't sit idly by while Beyond Heaven grows so powerful; they will surely make a move."

The Marshal of the Unruly crossed his arms, his expression stern: "Hmph, if they dare to come, they are seeking their own death. However, we still need Luowang to strengthen intelligence gathering and closely monitor the movements of all parties."

"It has already been arranged." Zhao Gao nodded, "It's just that, although this operation was successful, it also exposed our strength. I'm afraid it will attract some unnecessary trouble."

"Trouble?" The Marshal of the Unruly sneered, "With the Young Lord here, what is there to fear? Moreover, our strength should indeed be known to those forces, so they won't dare to act rashly."

As the two were conversing, a scout from The Net rushed in, kneeling on one knee: "My Lord, we just received news that the Nangong Family of the Central Region has allied with several surrounding families and is secretly gathering manpower. It seems they intend to target our Beyond Heaven."

"Nangong Family?" A hint of killing intent flashed in the Marshal of the Unruly's eyes, "They certainly have guts, daring to jump out at this time."

"It seems we need to teach them a lesson." A ruthless glint flashed in Zhao Gao's eyes, "Marshal of the Unruly, what do you think we should do?"

The Marshal of the Unruly pondered for a moment, then said: "First, have The Net investigate their gathering location and action plan, then we'll decide. I will select a group of elite The Unruly members, ready to strike at any time."

"Good, I'll go arrange it now." Zhao Gao said, then turned and left.

The Marshal of the Unruly watched Zhao Gao's departing back, secretly pondering. The Nangong Family was a powerful force in the Central Region. Their alliance with other families this time was likely out of fear of Beyond Heaven's rise, wanting to nip it in the bud before its Foundation was stable. But they didn't know that Beyond Heaven's true power was far beyond their imagination.

Meanwhile, in a hidden mountain valley in the Central Region, Nangong Lie, the family head of the Nangong Family, was discussing the plan to deal with Beyond Heaven with the heads of several other families.

"Everyone, Beyond Heaven's power has expanded rapidly in recent years. If we don't curb it, it will surely become a major threat to us in the future." Nangong Lie's expression was solemn, his gaze sweeping over the crowd, "This time, united, we must uproot Beyond Heaven."

"Patriarch Nangong is right." Ouyang Xiong, the family head of the Ouyang Family, echoed, "Beyond Heaven acts arrogantly, repeatedly seizing resources from all sides, which has long aroused public indignation. This alliance will surely succeed."

"However, Beyond Heaven's strength is not weak. How should we proceed?" another family head asked.

Nangong Lie smiled faintly, took out a map from his 懷 and spread it before everyone: "As far as I know, Beyond Heaven's Headquarters is located in a hidden place, surrounded by numerous mechanisms and defensive Formations. But I have found a secret passage that can bypass these defenses and directly attack the Headquarters."

Everyone looked at the map, a hint of surprise flashing in their eyes.

"This plan is brilliant!" Ouyang Xiong praised, "As long as we can attack the Headquarters and capture Beyond Heaven's Young Lord, all problems will be solved."

"However, we must not be careless." Nangong Lie reminded, "Since Beyond Heaven could rise in a short time, it must have its extraordinary qualities. We must be fully prepared for a swift, decisive strike."

Everyone nodded in agreement and began to discuss the specific action plan in detail.

And at the Tianwaitian Headquarters, Jun Xiaoyao had already emerged from the secret chamber. He put away the ice soul pearl and summoned Zhao Gao.

"Zhao Gao, have there been any movements in the Jianghu recently?" Jun Xiaoyao asked.

"Reporting to Young Lord, the Nangong Family of the Central Region has allied with several families and is secretly gathering manpower, seemingly intending to harm our Beyond Heaven." Zhao Gao truthfully reported the news from the scout.

A cold glint flashed in Jun Xiaoyao's eyes: "Nangong Family? They are quite restless." He frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, then said, "Have The Net continue to investigate their movements. At the same time, tell the Marshal of the Unruly to be prepared. If they dare to act rashly, give them a lesson they will never forget."

"Yes, Young Lord." Zhao Gao took his leave.

Jun Xiaoyao watched Zhao Gao's departing back, secretly pondering. The Nangong Family's actions, though unexpected, were reasonable. Beyond Heaven's rise had threatened the interests of many forces, so their alliance against Beyond Heaven was inevitable. But Jun Xiaoyao was not afraid; he believed in Beyond Heaven's strength, and even more so in his own plans.

A few days later, news came from The Net that the Nangong Family and others had finished gathering and were heading towards the Tianwaitian Headquarters. They advanced stealthily along the secret passage Nangong Lie had found, believing themselves to be completely unnoticed.

"Young Lord, the Nangong Family and others have entered our ambush." Zhao Gao reported to Jun Xiaoyao.

Jun Xiaoyao's lips curled into a cold smile: "Good timing. Inform the Marshal of the Unruly to proceed as planned."

"Yes." Zhao Gao acknowledged the order and immediately notified the Marshal of the Unruly via a message talisman.

At this moment, the Nangong Family and others were cautiously advancing along the passage. Suddenly, shouts of battle erupted from all around, and countless black-clad The Unruly members swarmed out from all directions, surrounding them completely.

"Oh no, we've fallen into an ambush!" Nangong Lie's face changed drastically. He hadn't expected Beyond Heaven to know of their actions in advance and set up an ambush.

"Hmph, Nangong Lie, you have great audacity, daring to scheme against my Beyond Heaven." The Marshal of the Unruly slowly appeared before everyone, riding a black horse, his silver spear glinting with cold light.

"Yuan Tiangang, it's you!" Nangong Lie gritted his teeth, looking at the Marshal of the Unruly, "You were prepared all along."

"Your every move has been under The Net's surveillance." The Marshal of the Unruly sneered, "Today will be your day of reckoning."

With that, the Marshal of the Unruly swung his silver spear, leading The Unruly to charge towards the Nangong Family and others. A fierce battle immediately ensued between the two sides.

Although the Nangong Family and others were not weak, they were caught in an ambush, their Formation in disarray, and gradually fell into a disadvantage. The Unruly were well-trained and coordinated, and under the leadership of the Marshal of the Unruly, they were like tigers entering a flock of sheep, pushing the Nangong Family and others back repeatedly.

"Patriarch Nangong, what should we do?" Ouyang Xiong looked at Nangong Lie with a terrified expression.

"Fight to the death!" Nangong Lie roared, holding a long sword, and charged towards the Marshal of the Unruly. He knew that if he couldn't break through today, he would surely die here.

Seeing this, a hint of disdain flashed in the Marshal of the Unruly's eyes. He flicked his silver spear, and a sharp spear gleam shot towards Nangong Lie. Nangong Lie quickly raised his sword to block, and with a "clang," his arm went numb from the shock, and he retreated several steps.

"With only this much ability, you dare to oppose my Beyond Heaven." The Marshal of the Unruly sneered, and again swung his silver spear, the spear gleam like lightning, directly pressing towards Nangong Lie. Nangong Lie struggled to resist, but ultimately he was no match for the Marshal of the Unruly. He was pierced through the chest by a spear and fell to the ground.

"Patriarch Nangong!" Everyone exclaimed in shock.

"Kill! Leave no one alive!" The Marshal of the Unruly roared, and the morale of The Unruly was greatly boosted, fighting even more valiantly. Seeing that the tide had turned, the Nangong Family and others knelt down, begging for mercy.

"Spare us! We will never dare to be enemies with Beyond Heaven again!" Ouyang Xiong cried out.

The Marshal of the Unruly looked at the kneeling supplicants, a flicker of hesitation in his eyes. He turned to a Luowang Assassins beside him and asked, "The Net has an order, how should these people be dealt with?"

The Luowang Assassins respectfully replied, "Marshal of the Unruly, the Young Lord has ordered to kill one to warn a hundred, to eliminate future troubles."

The Marshal of the Unruly nodded, a hint of killing intent flashing in his eyes: "Hmph, if that's the case, then don't blame me for being ruthless." With that, he swung his silver spear, cutting down Ouyang Xiong and the others one by one.

After a fierce battle, the Nangong Family and others were completely annihilated. The Marshal of the Unruly ordered his men to clear the battlefield, bury the bodies, and then returned to the Tianwaitian Headquarters with The Unruly.

"Young Lord, the Nangong Family and others have all been annihilated." The Marshal of the Unruly reported to Jun Xiaoyao.

Jun Xiaoyao nodded with satisfaction: "Well done. Have The Net continue to monitor the movements of other forces. If there are any anomalies, report them immediately."

"Yes, Young Lord." The Marshal of the Unruly took his leave.

Jun Xiaoyao watched the Marshal of the Unruly's departing back, secretly pondering. Although they had successfully repelled the attack from the Nangong Family and others this time, Beyond Heaven's path to rise was destined not to be smooth. He must continuously strengthen Beyond Heaven's power to establish a foothold in this ever-changing Jianghu.

Meanwhile, other forces in the Jianghu were shaken upon learning of the Nangong Family's fate. They had not expected Beyond Heaven's power to be so formidable, easily resolving the combined attack of the Nangong Family and other families. For a time, all parties became more wary of Beyond Heaven, not daring to provoke it easily. However, some forces were secretly plotting even greater conspiracies, attempting to deliver a fatal blow to Beyond Heaven. The situation in the Jianghu became increasingly complex.