C13 Everyone Loves the Devil

After ensuring Ye Xiong was safe, Yang Wei re-engaged in the fray.

With Yang Wei's arrival, it didn't take long for the assassins to be decimated.

The survivors were hastily retreating, supporting their not-yet-dead comrades.

Yang Wei chose not to pursue them.

Despite her serious injuries, Ye Yunyun managed to smile.

"Brother-in-law, you're incredible! You've sent all those bad guys packing."

Yang Wei replied, slightly embarrassed, "Not at all, the credit goes to Brother Ye Xiong and Sister Yunyun."

Ye Yunyun chuckled. "Brother-in-law, you're being too humble."

It seemed that Yang Wei and Ye Yunyun had overlooked something.

"Brother Yunzhe is still engaged in combat!"

Exchanging a glance, they dashed toward the ongoing fierce battle.

Ye Yunzhe and Huang Jinfeng were still locked in combat.

Ye Yunzhe was bleeding profusely, completely drenched in blood.

In contrast, despite his severe injuries, Huang Jinfeng was continuously emitting a black mist from his body. His wounds were healing almost instantly, thanks to the dark energy.

Yang Wei was internally exasperated. How could they possibly win?

He had just inflicted a severe injury, and in the blink of an eye, Huang Jinfeng was fully restored. It was as if he was a cheater in a video game, utterly unkillable. How could they continue this fight?

"Bang!"

Ye Yunzhe was slammed to the ground by Huang Jinfeng's punch, breaking several bones and leaving him unable to stand.

"Shua!"

As Huang Jinfeng raised his hand, enveloped in black Qi, to strike Ye Yunzhe, Yang Wei intervened without hesitation.

"Look after Brother Yunzhe!"

After giving Ye Yunyun a quick directive, Yang Wei clashed with Huang Jinfeng.

Golden Astral Qi met the black mist in a cataclysmic confrontation, turning the sky and earth dark with their battle.

Several critically injured assassins nearby were extinguished by the shockwaves of the two formidable forces.

Meanwhile, Ye Yunyun supported Ye Yunzhe to the safety of a wall corner.

Ye Yunzhe gasped for air before issuing a warning.

"He practices the Immortal Technique of the Devil Dao. To defeat him, you must land a killing blow in one strike; otherwise, his flesh and blood will regenerate endlessly, and he'll wear you down to death."

At that moment, Huang Jinfeng burst into raucous laughter.

"What good does telling him do? Even you, Ye Yunzhe, with your Fourth Level Pulse Opening, are no match for me. Do you really think a mere kid at Body Refining Level 8 can take me down in one hit? Hahaha, Ye Yunzhe, you've become dumber than a pig since we last met."

Ye Yunzhe was well aware that Yang Wei stood no chance against the deranged Huang Jinfeng.

But who else could rescue the Ye family from this dire situation?

As expected, after a brief clash with Huang Jinfeng, Yang Wei was riddled with bloody wounds, his bones shattered to bits.

Huang Jinfeng, observing Yang Wei's pitiful state, cackled wildly.

"Look, I was right, wasn't I? Ye Yunzhe, did you honestly think a young upstart who's all talk could save your Ye family? Hahaha, such a ludicrous fantasy! Enough, kid, I'm done toying with you. Time to die!"

With those words, Huang Jinfeng conjured a long sword wreathed in dark mist.

"Rest easy, kid. Once you're dead, I'll send the Ye family to join you straight away!"

With a laugh, Huang Jinfeng sent his sword flying with such speed that it cleaved the dark clouds above.

"To hell with that!"

Just as the Black Sword came within inches of Yang Wei, time stood still once more.

The world spun, and Yang Wei found himself back in the Cultivation World.

Opening his eyes, Yang Wei saw the familiar stream and the familiar forest and breathed a sigh of relief.

"Thank goodness I switch worlds quickly enough. A fraction of a second later and I might have actually been on my way to hell."

Once his excitement settled, Yang Wei focused his thoughts, and the Light Screen materialized.

Host's name: Yang Wei

Level: 10 (1,080/1,400)

Body Refining Level 8

Martial Summoning

...

Yang Wei surveyed his attributes on the light screen and mumbled to himself, "Body Refining Level 8 is barely cutting it now. Good thing I pushed myself up two levels last time, or I might not have made it this far today."

Out of nowhere, a strange voice echoed from nearby. "Youngster, there's no need for such drama. This is just how it is for humans. You might be strong for the Body Refining Stage, but going up against a warrior in the Pulse Opening Stage would be a death wish."

Yang Wei was startled! Who else could be speaking here besides himself and the system?

Curious, Yang Wei turned toward the source of the voice, and to his surprise...

It was just a small white fox.

The fox, noticing Yang Wei's gaze, spoke with a hint of irritation, "What's with that look? As if I'm just a 'small fox'? You're underestimating me, young man. I'd watch my back if I were you."

Yang Wei was astounded. The fox could read his mind? Who or what was this creature?

The fox then giggled behind its paw. "What's the matter, young man? Scared? Since you've asked so earnestly, I'll be generous and reveal my identity. I am the renowned White Fox Immortal Sovereign, beloved and revered since the age of gods and demons."

"Shocked, aren't you? It's understandable. After all, mortals and demons alike tremble in fear before the Immortal Sovereign. I won't hold it against you."

Yang Wei was sweating profusely, his heart pounding. Was this fox an enemy or an ally?

The fox continued, now with a playful smile, "Oh dear, you're sweating from fear? Don't worry. As long as you don't cross the line, I, the Immortal Sovereign, have no intention of harming you."

"What intrigues me is that you're not from this world. So, how did you arrive here?"

The fox cocked its head and gazed at Yang Wei with an innocent expression.

Yang Wei, visibly shaken, finally managed to stammer, "Elder, I... um..."

"Never mind, never mind. If you're reluctant to share, I won't pry. I am, after all, quite benevolent. I never force others against their will."

Yang Wei was at a loss for words. You already knew, didn't you? Is it really necessary for me to spell it out—that I can leap between two worlds at will?

The Fox gazed at Yang Wei, a mischievous smile hidden behind her hand.

"Wow, young man, from what I've seen, you've only trained in martial arts for a mere thirty years, yet you've managed to reach what your people call Body Refining Level 8. Should I call you a prodigy?"

"Or perhaps you're harboring some unspeakable secret?"

With that, the Fox chuckled behind her hand.

"Let's just drop it. I know you won't spill the beans. After all, I, the Immortal Sovereign, am a good... Fox, and I won't press you."

Yang Wei was rendered speechless once more.

The Fox's laughter subsided as she adopted a more serious tone.