"Iron Palm" Wu Zhong, "Mandarin Duck Saber" Xiao Lingling, "Long Arm Fist" Liao Pei, "Iron Flute Scholar" Xiang Kun, and Gong Simeng led the disciples of the Heroic Sakura Association like fierce tigers descending a mountain, seizing victory in pursuit, leaving the enemy fleeing, armor abandoned, and corpses strewn across the land.

In this splendid victory, they not only slaughtered numerous stubbornly resisting foes but successfully recruited over three thousand defectors from the dark to the light. After this battle, the strength of the Heroic Sakura Association grew rapidly like bamboo shoots after rain, and their morale soared to the highest point.

The smoke of battle had not completely dissipated, yet Shi Feiyang had already set his sights on a more crucial place. A layer of faint white mist emerged around him, indicating the rapid operation of the Bright Jade Technique, with intense cold emanating from his body, seemingly capable of freezing all things in the world.

Shi Feiyang activated the Bright Jade Technique and resolutely stepped into the raging sea of flames.

With his body protected by Profound Ice, he moved through the fire sea as if no one was there, and with each step, the flames were repelled by the cold, scattering sparks. Shi Feiyang's gaze was extremely sharp, constantly searching within the fire for the hidden money and provisions of the Vajra Stronghold.

Finally, in the sturdy iron room that was the former Village Chief Fang Yi's study, he discovered a secret underground passage. Following the passage deep down, he came upon a vast cellar, filled with a stockpile of money, provisions, and weapons that were hard to estimate.

Subsequently, Shi Feiyang summoned the Lark and Bi Yan'Er, two fairies from the Divine Dragon Pagoda to assist. With their mana, the money, provisions, and weapons were smoothly transferred to the Divine Dragon Pagoda, becoming a solid backing for the future development of the Heroic Sakura Association.

Over at Qingfeng Pavilion, upon learning that Vajra Stronghold was under attack, Su Yao swiftly led her seven Altar Masters and some maids, along with her daughter Yang Xue'Er, who was worried about Shi Feiyang, using Lightweight Technique to hurry over.

Witnessing the devastation before their eyes, everyone was stunned into silence.

Vajra Stronghold had been reduced to ruins, with raging flames still rampaging, the firelight reddening half of the horizon.

Su Yao was shocked, staring in disbelief, as she never expected Shi Feiyang to have such formidable power, capable of completely destroying Vajra Stronghold in such a short time.

And Yang Xue'Er, upon seeing Shi Feiyang leap into the sea of flames, her emotions instantly collapsed.

She cried out in grief, "Grand Squad Leader Shi, Hero Shi, Shi Feiyang, Brother Shi, Feiyang, why do you suffer so? Come back, come back!" Her voice was tinged with sobs, tears streaming unchecked down her cheeks.

She recklessly tried to rush forward, only to be tightly held back by Su Yao.

Su Yao reacted quickly, immediately holding Yang Xue'Er and skillfully pressing her "Lingtai Acupoint" and "Yixi Acupoint," then instructed the maid to carry Yang Xue'Er back to Qingfeng Pavilion and guard her strictly, to prevent impulsive actions.

At this moment, Su Yao's face revealed a complex expression, with both awe for Shi Feiyang and deep concern for her daughter. She regretted proposing to betroth her daughter to Shi Feiyang.

She also understood that Shi Feiyang was not seeking his own end; he was either searching for some precious treasure in the flames or cultivating some mysterious technique. Alas! This young man is truly audacious and unpredictable. To jump into the roaring fire, is he not seeking his own doom? Alas!

Su Yao and her seven Altar Masters and maids all sighed repeatedly and shook their heads, departing incredulously from Vajra Stronghold and returning to Qingfeng Pavilion.

Meanwhile, Fang Yi and Tiger Subduing Fist master Lin Danyang, having led over ten thousand troops to attack the ruins of Changsheng Castle in pursuit of Shi Feiyang and others, found the place empty on arrival. Fang Yi's heart cried out in alarm, realizing he might have fallen into Shi Feiyang's trap, quickly ordering a swift retreat from the ruins of Changsheng Castle, hastening back to Vajra Stronghold.

When they returned to Vajra Stronghold, the sight before them cut their hearts like knives. The once unbreakable Vajra Stronghold had now become a sea of fire, thick smoke rolling, with the firelight illuminating their faces of despair.

Fang Yi and Lin Danyang stood before the fiery hell, grief-stricken to the extreme, tears flowing uncontrollably, wailing endlessly.

Subsequently, supporting each other, they led their remaining more than ten thousand disciples stumbling down the mountain, temporarily seeking a new place of refuge, and sent people to investigate Shi Feiyang's whereabouts, and whether the destruction of Vajra Stronghold was the doing of the Heroic Sakura Association.

Returning to the ruins of Changsheng Castle, Shi Feiyang, despite the fatigue from the post-battle, immediately began to arrange follow-up matters. He instructed everyone to lead their teams to set up tents for rest while he patrolled alone.

His figure in the ruins appeared particularly towering, the moonlight fell upon him, outlining a resolute silhouette.

The heroes and the more than twenty thousand disciples of the Heroic Sakura Association, witnessing this scene, were all moved by Shi Feiyang's sense of responsibility, requesting to join the patrol, but Shi Feiyang firmly refused.

At this moment, Liao Pei walked beside Shi Feiyang, softly saying, "Grand Squad Leader, I, as an elder of the association, could the Grand Squad Leader give me face?" Shi Feiyang laughed heartily, responding, "Elder Liao, you are indeed more hard-working than the younger generation! Since Elder Liao intends to patrol, then I bother you to do so." After speaking, Shi Feiyang turned and entered his tent, and not far away, Gong Simeng smiled sweetly upon seeing this.

The next morning, the sun was bright, with a gentle breeze, leaves swaying lightly in the morning light, enjoying this tranquil and beautiful time. Around the ruins of Changsheng Castle, various flowers bloomed in profusion, emitting bursts of fragrance, attracting bees and butterflies to collect nectar. In the distance, the mountains appeared ever more lush and green under the morning sun, making one feel refreshed and relaxed.

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