The black-clad assassin felt the terrifying power emanating from Tangyu and Xuanyuan Wushang and let out a strange cry: "Not good, damn it, there are actually two such powerful individuals. Xuanyuan Sword Technique, a member of the Xuanyuan Clan. Pangu Nine Axes, a disciple of the Jiuzhou Immortal Sect. Damn it—"

After the black-clad assassin's scream, the offensive from Tangyu and Xuanyuan had already reached the assassin, smashing down heavily upon the black-clad person's Sword Force, instantly destroying it completely. The terrifying power exploded outward in layers, like a colossal cosmic collision.

The Third Axe of the Pangu Nine Axes, in itself, bore an incredibly fearsome power, capable of splitting the heavens and cleaving the earth, with a single axe swing enough to startle the very firmament. And when the Xuanyuan Sword Technique was unleashed, it was as if the great Emperor Xuanyuan himself had returned, with the Sword of the Emperor descending. The supreme Immortal Might swept down, forcing everything to submit at Xuanyuan Wushang's feet. People from the Holy Land inherently possessed an unrivaled regal aura, and at this moment, Xuanyuan Wushang had transformed into a War God.

As for Tangyu, he seemed more like a Demon God.

The combined assault of the two, even if faced by someone at the Zifu Realm, could potentially be repelled, let alone someone at the Golden Core Ninth Layer?

The black-clad person let out yet another scream, turning around in an attempt to flee in disarray, unable to contend against the onslaught of Tangyu and Xuanyuan.

This scene left the onlookers staring wide-eyed in shock and amazement. Their gaze was one of astonishment as they looked at Tangyu and Xuanyuan.

"So it's someone from Xuanyuan Holy Land, no wonder they're so monstrously formidable. His realm, at most, is Golden Core Fourth Layer, yet his strength can completely rival the Golden Core Ninth Layer. Truly worthy of being from the Holy Land. Those from the Holy Land who dare to venture out are all unparalleled geniuses."

"That guy is even more abnormal; a disciple of Jiuzhou Immortal Sect, having cultivated the Pangu Nine Axes, a Supreme Immortal Technique, to such a terrifying level. This guy's strength isn't any weaker than the one from Xuanyuan Holy Land. And his realm should be about Golden Core Third or Fourth Layer, right?"

"Anyway, both of these guys are too extraordinary. Truly, there is always someone stronger, and one's natural talent seems insignificant in their presence."

After three months of cultivation under the Bodhi Tree, Tangyu advanced to Golden Core Realm Third Layer, and Xuanyuan Wushang also advanced to Golden Core Realm Fourth Layer. Pan Chenyu, on the other hand, was promoted to Golden Core Second Layer, and was just a little shy of the Third Layer. However, given this level of battle, Pan Chenyu couldn't participate. With his strength, he could at most deal with an average Golden Core Sixth Layer opponent.

The black-clad person tried to run, but Tangyu let out a cold snort: "Thinking of escaping? It's not that easy, stay here for me!"

Tangyu once again dashed toward the black-clad person, Xuanyuan Wushang naturally had no intention of stopping either, and also charged out powerfully again. Earlier, Tangyu and Xuanyuan's joint strike had already injured the black-clad person. Now with both going all out once more, the black-clad person's face turned cold and dismal, not daring to fight anymore, desperately trying to escape. The black-clad person's speed was extremely fast, yet Tangyu and Xuanyuan Wushang's speed was not inferior to his.

Tangyu suddenly moved, unleashing the spell "Ground Shrinking", instantly reaching the black-clad man's side, and the Pangu Axe slashed down directly.

"What, such speed, not good, dangerous!" the black-clad man screamed once more, with no way to escape now, he gritted his teeth to meet Tangyu's descending Pangu Axe. The black-clad face turned viciously frantic as he was pushed to the edge of life and death, leaving him with no choice but to fight desperately.

Upon seeing Tangyu employ "Ground Shrinking," a glimmer of awe flashed across Xuanyuan Wushang's eyes: "What a formidable technique, it must be a spell, compressing a hundred yards into an inch, arriving instantly, truly a fearsome skill. A sudden move like this can indeed be instantly lethal."

Xuanyuan Wushang didn't hesitate for a moment, pursuing at the fastest speed to assist Tangyu.

Rumble——

The Pangu Axe came slashing down heavily, as if smashing the heavens and earth apart, with a thunderous boom, earth-shattering. Brilliant light ripped through the void, transforming into a giant axe slashing towards the black-clad man. The black-clad person's Sword Force shimmered as he exerted all his strength to meet it. Instantly, both clashed fiercely in the air, causing an earth-shaking roar. Streaks of cutting edge fell upon the black-clad man's body, tearing numerous rents in his black robe.

Obviously, the black-clad man had some protective treasure on him, yet even so, he suffered, with his body marked with numerous wounds and appearing extremely battered. He spat a large mouthful of fresh blood, retreating desperately with an expression of utter despair.

The black-clad man already knew his fate wouldn't be favorable. Damn it, as a Golden Core Ninth Layer, he thought this assassination would be a guaranteed success, yet he hadn't anticipated ending up in such dire straits. As a Golden Core Ninth Layer, he was being tormented by two youngsters. This outcome was something he could not have foreseen.

At this moment, Xuanyuan Wushang's Emperor's Sword also slashed down. The black-clad man barely had any strength left to block it; faced with life and death, he could only resist desperately. Clenching his teeth, he fought to defend, but he simply couldn't withstand Xuanyuan Wushang's sword, being struck to vomit more blood, his body crashed heavily onto the ground, cracking the incredibly hard rock surface and leaving a large pit.

Both Tangyu and Xuanyuan Wushang swiftly descended, with Tangyu's Pangu Axe and Xuanyuan Wushang's Emperor's Sword directly aimed at the dantian of the man in black. With just a slight movement, they could take his life instantly.

The man in black was already gravely injured and essentially had no strength left to resist.

Tangyu coldly glared at him and demanded, "Speak, why do you want to kill Sun Wukong? We have no past acquaintance, no grievances, so why such a vicious act?"

The man in black had a sinister and ugly look, ignoring Tangyu's question. He snorted coldly and said, "I kill when I want to kill, why do I need a reason? It's just a spiritual monkey, killed and done. A spiritual monkey is a natural spiritual object, its Golden Core contains inherent spiritual energy. Obtaining this Golden Core would be a Great Restorative Pill. While not comparable to a lower-grade Immortal Treasure, it's not far off. Why do you think I wanted to kill this spiritual monkey?"

Tangyu frowned slightly. Spiritual objects indeed have something extraordinary, born of heaven and earth. Not to mention the Golden Core of a spiritual object, even its blood and flesh are not ordinary. The Golden Core of a spiritual object could indeed be considered a Great Restorative Pill. Even if it can't allow one at the Golden Core Ninth Layer to break through to the Zifu Realm, it can still enhance one's cultivation.

That explanation seems reasonable, yet Tangyu felt something was off about the situation.

Xuanyuan Wushang looked at the man in black, frowning slightly and said, "No, his purpose isn't that simple. He has evil energy, with malicious thoughts. Speak, who on earth are you? Say it, or don't blame us for being rude."

"Heh, today I fell into the hands of you two little brats, I suppose it's a shipwreck in the gutter. Today, there's no way I, an old man, can survive. Believe it or not, kill if you want, give me a quick death. You two little brats think you can threaten me, it's laughable." The man in black sneered mockingly.

Tangyu knew well that the purpose of this man in black was not simple, but who was he really? Tangyu felt that something very complicated was brewing behind this matter, like a sky-covering conspiracy.

Still, nothing could be learned from this man in black.

Xuanyuan Wushang's expression suddenly changed: "Not good, run quickly, he's going to self-destruct."

With Xuanyuan Wushang's shout, Tangyu also got an immediate jolt and hurriedly left. Just as they left, the man in black exploded like a bomb. The detonation of a Golden Core Realm Ninth Layer is indeed powerful enough to harm even a Zifu Great Power.

The terrifying energy, like a massive wave, slammed heavily against Tangyu and Xuanyuan Wushang. However, since they escaped quickly, the impact wasn't enough to harm them, only causing some pain at most.

Once it settled down, the place had been blasted into a pit a hundred meters deep, with the center of the pit a bloody mess.

Xuanyuan Wushang flew over, and Tangyu followed. Xuanyuan Wushang picked up the man's remnants to examine them, and soon with a movement of his hand appeared a blood-red token. Seeing the token, Xuanyuan Wushang's face moved slightly: "As I expected, it seems actions have already begun."

Tangyu arrived beside Xuanyuan Wushang, and asked confusedly: "What do you mean? Who exactly is this man in black?"

Xuanyuan Wushang looked at Tangyu and lowered his voice for only Tangyu to hear: "People from Hongchen Palace."

"Hongchen Palace?" Tangyu was momentarily stunned, looking at Xuanyuan Wushang in surprise. Just then, Pan Chenyu came over, and he too frowned upon hearing Hongchen Palace: "So soon, they're emerging?"

Xuanyuan Wushang nodded: "Hongchen Palace has always been hidden and never left a trace, only a code name. Unexpectedly, they've appeared this time, and infiltrated Luoyu Immortal Palace. It seems there's an unparalleled conspiracy targeting each power for assassination. Sun Wukong is a natural spiritual object, this time gaining enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree. If he grows, he'll become a fearsome War God. Hence, Hongchen Palace intends to destroy Sun Wukong in advance."

Pan Chenyu nodded: "Only this possibility. This attack indicates Hongchen Palace has started moving, and soon a bloody storm will come. The peace of the Cultivation World won't last much longer. If Hongchen Palace erupts fully, it signifies the arrival of the Red Dust Calamity in our Cultivation World. This matter is not minor; we must report back to the sect and let them prepare in advance."

Xuanyuan Wushang nodded: "Preparation is necessary, or the consequences will be unimaginable."

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