Martial Master

"Shangguan Xier, you've finally arrived?" Feng Shaoyu quietly observed Shangguan Xier, the woman he had once been so familiar with, now utterly a stranger. He said calmly, "I think it should be you who needs to explain."

"Great Emperor, why bother talking with her? Kill Shangguan Xier, and this world will belong to our Xuanyuan Empire."

"Indeed, kill Shangguan Xier, destroy the Piao Miao Palace, and under the heavens, only the Xuanyuan Empire will reign supreme."

Several formidable figures from the Xuanyuan Empire stood proudly in the void, wiping blood from the corners of their mouths, looking at Shangguan Xier with a mix of emotions. They were glad that Shangguan Xier dared to come alone. As long as they killed her, the Piao Miao Palace would inevitably fall, and once the Piao Miao Palace was destroyed, what other force could take over the world from the Xuanyuan Empire?

Only the Xuanyuan Empire!

But they were also angry because Shangguan Xier's power was overwhelming. Earlier, with just a wave of her hand, she had made them vomit blood, and it seemed she hadn't even used her full strength. How could they not be shocked and angry?

Was Shangguan Xier's strength really this terrifying?

Of course, although shocked and angry, they were still filled with confidence. With the Great Emperor present, they were confident Shangguan Xier couldn't escape death.

Because under the heavens, no one could match the Great Emperor.

So, they were both alarmed and pleased, emitting a terrifying killing intent as they slowly advanced, intending to enclose Shangguan Xier, blocking any escape route or hope.

Facing the actions of the Xuanyuan Empire's strongmen, Shangguan Xier remained motionless, coldly watching Feng Shaoyu.

She completely ignored the Xuanyuan Empire's experts. At this moment, her gaze was solely on Feng Shaoyu.

When had the rift between them begun?

She couldn't recall. Perhaps, it was after the closure of the Ancient Yu Realm, when the Demon Tribe was exposed and everything began spiraling out of control. And then, the mysterious Heavenly Dao organization, their inexplicable clashes, even the attacks on the Piao Miao Palace.

It seemed like there was a hidden hand behind the scenes, slowly pushing them towards this inevitable confrontation between the Piao Miao Palace and the Xuanyuan Empire. Even to the point of finally standing on opposite sides.

But Shangguan Xier didn't care about these things. She cared about Feng Shaoyu's thoughts and what was in his heart. She wanted to know what Feng Shaoyu thought of all this. Was he forced, or did he have ulterior motives?

She lifted her head, gazing into Feng Shaoyu's eyes, hoping to glean some clue from them. But she was disappointed.

Feng Shaoyu's eyes were so calm, even carrying a hint of indifference, as if they were strangers.

A sudden, inexplicable anger began to burn in Shangguan Xier's heart.

"Great Emperor?"

At this moment, the experts from the Xuanyuan Empire had surrounded Shangguan Xier and couldn't help but look towards Feng Shaoyu.

Their bodies emitted terrifying vital energy, and weapons appeared in their hands. Instantly, the terrifying power of rules swept out, enveloping Shangguan Xier layer by layer. Those rules became ancient chapters, suppressing all under heaven.

They awaited Feng Shaoyu's command. With just a word from him, they would strike like lightning to kill Shangguan Xier.

However, Feng Shaoyu's response was cold, "All of you, stand down."

Feng Shaoyu said coldly, his voice neither sad nor joyful.

"Great Emperor?"

The top experts of the Xuanyuan Empire were stunned.

They must have misheard. Did the Great Emperor really tell them to stand down? Instantly, they showed doubtful expressions, unable to help but look at Feng Shaoyu.

Because they believed there was no way the Great Emperor would give such an order at this time.

"I said stand down. Didn't you hear?" Feng Shaoyu said coldly again, an invisible pressure emanating from him.

"Yes!" Though puzzled, they were forced to suppress their murderous intent and slowly retreated. In their hearts, endless doubts arose. What had happened to the Great Emperor? Ever since Shangguan Xier arrived, the Great Emperor seemed a bit odd.