The three of them were merely putting on a show, intending to continue their taunts towards Blue Moon.
But as they turned around, all three froze as if petrified, gasping in disbelief.
Not far in front of them, a figure had appeared.
The newcomer wore a golden mask, and judging by its design, it was undoubtedly Po Xiao, the very person they feared the most.
"This... how is this possible..."
The trio exchanged glances, their eyes wide with astonishment.
All three of them had cultivated the art of assassination, making them acutely aware of their surroundings, especially what was behind them.
Yet, Po Xiao had managed to sneak up behind them without a sound. They simply couldn't comprehend how he had achieved this!
"Haha, don't be so tense!"
"Even with me here, your numbers still hold the advantage."
The teasing voice reached them, but instead of easing their minds, it made the trio even more anxious.
They had indeed thought as much, but hearing it stated by their opponent made their hearts falter.
"Po Xiao, why are you here?"
"Aren't you supposed to be at the intelligence station for rescue? Why are you guarding this place? Aren't you afraid of being blamed by your superiors?"
Jiong Sen, though nervous, mustered his courage and questioned.
"Explaining it would indeed be a bit troublesome."
"But now that you're here, everything is solved!"
Ye Cang Tian said with a chuckle.
This was the truth. If the trio hadn't shown up, it would have taken him some effort to explain to Xing Yuan upon his return.
But now, it was different. Their arrival proved his judgment correct. Even if he had disobeyed Zi Long's orders, Xing Yuan wouldn't say a word.
The reason was simple: for the Dark Association, a Sky-level powerhouse was far more valuable than an intelligence station.
After all, an intelligence station could be rebuilt, but a lost Sky-level expert was not so easily cultivated.
"You!"
Hearing Po Xiao's words, Jiong Sen and the other two's expressions shifted.
There was no doubt that the opponent intended to take their heads as compensation, a prospect they could not accept!
"Alright, stop your whining."
"I have one last question. If you answer to my satisfaction, I might spare your lives!"
Seeing the trio about to speak again, Ye Cang Tian interrupted them and asked, "I believe the Bright Hall's operation this time is not just about assassination, is it? Tell me, what other objectives do you have!"
Ye Cang Tian had made this guess based on the Bright Hall's usual modus operandi.
This...
At his words, Jiong Sen and the other two exchanged glances, appearing flustered. None of this had escaped Ye Cang Tian's notice.
"Hmph!"
"The Bright Hall's actions are for revenge! Revenge for everything you did at Ting Feng Tower!"
The next moment, Jiong Sen snorted and said through gritted teeth.
"Heh, it seems you still don't intend to tell the truth!"
"It's fine, I'll play with you for a while! I believe you'll spill everything yourselves soon enough!"
Ye Cang Tian smiled faintly. The moment his voice faded, he had already vanished.
In a mere instant, Ye Cang Tian appeared before one of the bishops.
"Be careful!"
Seeing Ye Cang Tian flash towards him, Jiong Sen, unable to intervene, immediately warned him.
However, as his voice echoed, a muffled thud followed.
Immediately after, the bishop in red, like a kite with a broken string, was sent flying backward, a mouthful of blood painting a streak across the sky.
"One."
Ye Cang Tian extended a finger, a slight smile playing on his lips.
"Bastard, I'll fight you!"
Seeing his comrade struggling to get up on the ground, Qiang Sen gritted his teeth, his anger igniting as he charged forward with another companion.
On the other side.
Blue Moon also reacted and immediately rushed forward, intending to help.
But before she could get close, Ye Cang Tian dodged Jiong Sen's attack and landed a punch on the other bishop in red.
With a "wah," the bishop spat blood and, like his comrade before him, was sent flying backward, crashing heavily to the side.
Witnessing this, Blue Moon gave up on assisting and stood aside, her face filled with bitterness.
In just two moves, he had dealt with two Sky-level experts. Such strength was truly beyond her reach.
Now, with only Qiang Sen remaining, not only Ye Cang Tian, but even she was confident she could handle him. There was no longer any need for her to intervene.
"Two."
Ye Cang Tian held up two fingers and looked at Jiong Sen, smiling as he said, "Now it's just you left? Are you going to resist further, or will you cooperate obediently?"
"I'll cooperate with your grandpa!"
Jiong Sen's heart trembled as he roared in anger. At the same time, his figure flashed and he dashed towards the dark corner.
Now that he was alone, there was no chance of winning. His only option was to flee!
"Heh, do you think you can still escape from me?"
Seeing Jiong Sen fleeing in panic, Ye Cang Tian smiled, and his figure had already flashed forward.
In a mere instant, Ye Cang Tian blocked Jiong Sen's path.
Jiong Sen stopped abruptly upon seeing this.
His expression was extremely grim. He had used all his strength, yet still couldn't escape. It was clear he had no chance of getting away.
The next moment.
He glanced at Ye Cang Tian, a look of desperation flashing in his eyes. He raised his long cross sword and charged forward.
"Alas, you stubborn fool, why must you do this!"
Seeing this, Ye Cang Tian shook his head. His figure flickered, dodging the attack, and then he delivered a heavy punch to Jiong Sen's chest.
In the same manner, he sent Jiong Sen flying.
*Bang!*
Jiong Sen landed heavily, his face pale, and a look of despair in his eyes.
Just one punch had shattered all his meridians, rendering him completely crippled.
Beside him, Blue Moon watched everything that had unfolded, her gaze flickering.
Recalling her first encounter with Ye Cang Tian in the island ruins, he had been so weak back then. Who would have thought he would become so monstrous today?
In just three punches, he had dealt with three Sky-level experts. This kind of strength was simply unbelievable!
Now, she finally began to understand why Old Master Zhou had passed the Dragon Control Seal to Ye Cang Tian.
In such a short time, the man had gone from Xuan-level to a level she could only look up to. Such talent was truly beyond compare...
On the other side.
Seeing that Jiong Sen and the other two had been subdued, Ye Cang Tian glanced at Blue Moon and asked with a smile, "Blue Moon, you were startled just now. Would you like to vent your anger?"
Blue Moon finally came back to her senses, then shook her head and snorted, "I'm afraid it would dirty my hands."
Although the scene of the trio attempting to assassinate her moments ago still left her with lingering fear, she did not lash out.
She knew that captured by Ye Cang Tian, the lives of these three had reached their end, and there was no need for her to act.
Hearing Blue Moon's words, Ye Cang Tian walked towards the stone table, sat down, and lit a cigarette, taking a couple of puffs.
He then glanced at the trio and said, "Regarding the question I'm about to ask, if no one answers, then I apologize."
Without waiting for their agreement, Ye Cang Tian held up a finger and said, "First question, what is the true objective of the Bright Hall!"
Jiong Sen and the other two exchanged glances, and finally, their gazes shifted elsewhere. None of them answered.
Seeing this, Ye Cang Tian did not rush. He began to count down.
But the trio still showed no intention of speaking.
Gradually, as Ye Cang Tian uttered the word "zero," a silver light shot out, and a splash of blood bloomed around Jiong Sen.
The dagger pierced his neck, and a bishop in red fell to the ground.