C91 The Empyrean Thunder Lightning.

Jiang Su was convinced that Lee Shiyan was spouting nonsense. If a Tribulation Crossing Stage Expert could simply raze the Hidden Space, then Shangguan Yue wouldn't have languished in the Thousand Feet Illusion for so long.

Moreover, Jiang Su's pinpoint accuracy in reaching the Hidden Space within the Myriad Origin Secret Realm upon his arrival was due to his system.

Even his wife wouldn't necessarily be able to find her way here directly.

Jiang Su drew the Life Sword from its sheath. Standing sword in hand, his eyes blazed with a cold light, and his aura underwent a dramatic transformation. Gone was the gentle restraint, replaced by a dense, palpable killing intent.

He had assumed the Original Sword Body!

Stepping out of the Barrier, Jiang Su's presence intensified with each stride, his sword energy growing thicker, so much so that even his hair bristled with its sharpness.

Every alteration in his demeanor signaled to the Bloodthirsty Devil Wolves that he was ready for battle.

Xi Junrong was so captivated by Jiang Su's retreating figure that he became lost in thought until Lee Shiyan's tug brought him back to reality.

"Eldest Senior Brother is truly impressive. He's got both the responsibility and the power, yet it's a shame we can't be of any real assistance," he mused.

Lee Shiyan was taken aback to see Murong Qi preparing to step out of the Barrier, following Jiang Su's lead. Was Murong Qi seeking his own demise?

With his Double Spiritual Root of water and fire, Murong Qi was inherently conflicted and unable to practice any cultivation techniques. Essentially, Murong Qi was not a genuine Sword Cultivator; he knew nothing of the sort. His advancement to the Foundation Stage was solely the result of his family's resources.

Lee Shiyan's face went through a series of changes, and just as Murong Qi was about to step out, he intervened. Murong Qi wore a grave expression that Xi Junrong had never witnessed before.

It was as if Murong Qi had undergone a complete transformation.

With a tone that brooked no argument, Xi Junrong declared, "Stay here. I'll go."

Jiang Su's initial target had always been the Wolf King.

The death of the Wolf King would throw the entire pack into disarray.

His icy gaze shifted from the two Bloodthirsty Devil Wolves blocking his path and locked onto the eyes of the Wolf King.

Under his piercing gaze, the Wolf King actually retreated a step!

"This is a born human warrior," declared the Wolf King, a statement only the wolf pack could comprehend.

The wolves, previously perceiving Jiang Su as gentle and harmless, now eyed him with caution.

A Bloodthirsty Devil Wolf subtly lifted its front paw into the air, then, in a flash, lunged at Jiang Su.

With the Life Sword in his right hand, Jiang Su channeled the immense spiritual force within him. He swung his blade, striking the menacing Bloodthirsty Devil Wolf with a vicious slash.

A vast gash instantly marred the Bloodthirsty Devil Wolf's hide. Jiang Su's formidable sword energy hurled it against a robust tree, which, unable to bear its weight, crashed down with a thunderous fall!

Dark blood seeped from the Bloodthirsty Devil Wolf, tainting the earth as if corroding it.

The blood ominously snaked towards the Barrier's perimeter. Murong Qi, upon noticing this, swiftly dropped to one knee and began chanting an incantation. Abruptly, an ice wall crystallized along the Barrier's boundary, thwarting the sinister blood's advance.

Meanwhile, several Bloodthirsty Devil Wolves howled and surged toward Jiang Su. They assailed him with a frenzied ferocity, as if craving his flesh and blood, fighting with raw, primal instinct!

Lee Shiyan, sword in hand, stepped beyond the Barrier. Witnessing the turmoil, he bellowed, "Come at me!"

The Wolf King, observing from the rear, paused momentarily.

It resolved to grant his wish.

"Kill him."

At the Wolf King's command, a Bloodthirsty Devil Wolf swiftly pounced on Lee Shiyan.

"Lee Shiyan! Watch out!"

The wolf's fur bristled as it sprang at Lee Shiyan with a savage snarl. Lee Shiyan stood his ground, his right hand igniting with a fiery orb.

As a Fire Spiritual Root, he wielded the element with ease. He hurled the fireball at the Bloodthirsty Devil Wolf, setting it ablaze. Though its face contorted in agony, the beast's onslaught did not waver.

With resolve, Lee Shiyan clenched his jaw and met the Bloodthirsty Devil Wolf's charge, his sword cleaving through the air. His swordsmanship was more than adequate, or he would not have dared to confront the threat head-on.

In a flash, he and the Bloodthirsty Devil Wolf had traded over ten blows.

Gasping for air, he realized just how exhausting fighting was; he yearned to just hide away.

Yet, he couldn't afford to—his duties wouldn't allow it.

He refused to be seen as weak.

"You'll never defeat me! I'll burn you alive!"

The flames continued to ravage the Bloodthirsty Devil Wolf's body, relentless as long as their master kept up the attack.

Nearly charred, the Bloodthirsty Devil Wolf persisted in its assault on Lee Shiyan.

It was only in direct combat with the Bloodthirsty Devil Wolf that Lee Shiyan discovered its lack of strength. Perhaps its prior death had weakened it, for Lee Shiyan couldn't sense its energy, and its cultivation seemed limited to the Foundation Stage.

Meanwhile, Jiang Su stood calmly and remarked, "It appears I need to brush up on my swordplay."

Weaving through the Bloodthirsty Devil Wolves, Jiang Su's Life Sword struck with precision. Each swing left a trail of sword marks in the air.

The wolves howled in agony, collapsing into pools of black blood, while Jiang Su, clad in white at the heart of the fray, remained immaculate despite the prolonged battle.

The Wolf King cast several glances at Jiang Su, seemingly contemplating retreat.

"This human is formidable. We stand no chance against him. He's merely at the Foundation Stage, yet he wields such an array of sword techniques," one Bloodthirsty Devil Wolf observed.

"Let's feign retreat, then encircle him," the Wolf King commanded.

Catching the Wolf King's gaze, Jiang Su narrowed his eyes, sensing the impending trap.

Without hesitation, he launched an offensive against the Wolf King!

"My king, this human isn't following any predictable pattern!"

The pack of Bloodthirsty Devil Wolves surged forward with furious howls.

"These Bloodthirsty Devil Wolves may appear to be at the Golden Core Stage, but I'm surprised to find they're only at the Foundation Stage. Let's finish them quickly. I fear the longer we linger in this eerie place, the more likely we'll encounter further complications."

Jiang Su gave a slight nod, his demeanor remaining cool and detached. Without warning, he spun on his heel and sprinted toward the Barrier.

The sudden move caught everyone off guard.

"Why is this human trying to escape?" a wolf inquired.

"Eldest Senior Brother, wait for us. Let's all head back to the Barrier to rest a bit."

Stopping just a step shy of the Barrier, Jiang Su was quickly joined by Lee Shiyan at his side.

Jiang Su then turned, his face breaking into a broad grin. The sight of his smile unexpectedly stirred something in Lee Shiyan.

But the warmth lasted only a second before Jiang Su's expression chilled, the aura around him growing heavy and oppressive.

Lee Shiyan, unsure of what to make of it, glanced up at the sky and noticed thunderclouds ominously gathering overhead.

His eyes widened in anticipation, curious about Jiang Su's next move.

To the Wolf King, Jiang Su mouthed a silent "farewell."

Simultaneously, a thunderous noise echoed through the Hidden Space, startling the owls perched amongst the trees.

And the owls, they were laughing.