The elders present were suddenly startled, finding it utterly unbelievable that Chu Yunju would speak in such a manner, as if the lives of these people were mere playthings in his eyes.
At the same time, Guiying and the others emerged from the Hundred Flowers Pavilion, their moods dampened. Guiying had wished to share a drink with Baihua Xianzi, but had no opportunity at all.
"To think that the dignified Killing Saint would be so infatuated by a woman. If Master were to find out, you would surely be reprimanded!" Mudan said coldly, her expression appearing displeased.
"As long as the mission is completed satisfactorily, Master will naturally not blame me!" Guiying chuckled, "Besides, would you lot truly report me to Master!"
"We certainly will not!" Lu Fan smiled slightly, "However, today's events are likely not as simple as Senior Brother imagines!"
As soon as he finished speaking, an elder from not far away strode forward, casting a glance towards Guiying.
"It's you?" Guiying's expression turned unfriendly as he recognized the elder, "What, did your master send you?"
"Within the Hundred Flowers Pavilion, you claimed to be from the Killer Dynasty. My Holy Son harbors considerable doubt, and thus sent me to test you!" the elder stated directly, without any pretense. As a member of the Xuan Guang Holy Land, he naturally possessed an air of confidence.
"You speak with quite an arrogance!" Guiying retorted coldly, "If he wishes to test me, why doesn't he come himself, instead sending an unknown person like you!"
The elder's expression was indifferent, yet he sneered, "Who is my Holy Son that he would easily appear? If you are indeed from the Killer Dynasty today, we will naturally not make things difficult for you. But if not, then you might meet your end here!"
Following these words, Guiying let out a cold laugh. He had not expected Chu Yunju to be so afraid of death, choosing to send his subordinate to probe rather than acting himself to deal with him.
Meanwhile, near the Hundred Flowers Pavilion, many people were observing, their anticipation growing. Both the elder and Guiying's group understood the situation perfectly. It was inconvenient to fight within the Hundred Flowers Pavilion; now that they were outside, it seemed no one would hold back.
"Mudan, if I kill him, I shouldn't be violating the Dynasty's rules, right?" Guiying shrugged, a cold smile playing on his lips.
"That is natural. If someone provokes you, killing them is upholding the Dynasty's dignity," Mudan nodded, a faint smile appearing, as if all of this were insignificant in her eyes.
"That's good then!" Guiying's smile turned chilling and meaningful as he looked at the elder, "You wish to test me? If so, then make your move!"
"You wish to kill me?" The elder's brow furrowed, his expression immediately turning cold as he stared directly at Guiying.
"Since you intend to act, how could I let you live!" Guiying shrugged, "Wouldn't that be disrespectful to the Killer Dynasty!"
The elder's face turned ashen, yet he hesitated to make a move. After all, he was unaware of Guiying's true strength, and if he were to attack, he might not survive.
"What, are you scared?" Seeing the elder's expression, Guiying sneered, "If you're scared, then scram quickly, lest I have to do it myself!"
The elder forced a wry smile. Even if he was hesitant, he had to act, otherwise, how could he explain himself to Chu Yunju.
Upon the city walls, Chu Yunju stood erect, his eyes narrowed. He was eager to see if Guiying truly possessed the strength of a Killer Dynasty assassin. Meanwhile, atop the Hundred Flowers Pavilion, Baihua Xianzi gazed at the scene before her with a calm expression, sipping her wine, appearing quite elegant.
"Sister, you are truly a femme fatale, capable of causing such a stir. It's no wonder you are the genius of our Hundred Flowers Valley, seen once in a century!" Baihe whispered softly, "If only I had such charm. Then I could become the top courtesan of the Hundred Flowers Pavilion and earn more spiritual energy for the Hundred Flowers Valley!"
"Being the top courtesan of the Hundred Flowers Pavilion is not so easily achieved," Baihua Xianzi smiled, "One must understand human relationships and often be coveted. That feeling is not good."
"To be coveted means one possesses great charm. I wish for that, but my strength and looks are insufficient," Baihe revealed with a hint of bitterness.
"You have not fully matured yet. When you truly grow up, you will naturally understand these principles," Baihua Xianzi waved her hand, her words carrying a deeper meaning.
And at this very moment, Guiying had already made his move, striding towards the elder. Since he had decided to act, he would not back down. In that instant, the elder's throat was seized by him, rendering him unable to move, his eyes filled with fear.
Seeing this from the city walls, Chu Yunju's expression instantly turned grim. He had clearly not anticipated Guiying's formidable strength. The elder was a Saint, and although not exceptionally outstanding, he was by no means someone so easily captured. Guiying's ability to achieve this was sufficient to demonstrate his immense power.
Meanwhile, within the city, the crowd was also slightly surprised, their assessment of Guiying's strength now beyond doubt.
"I am from the Xuan Guang Holy Land, you cannot kill me!" The elder, filled with terror, cried out repeatedly, his body trembling with fear. Guiying's aura was powerful and suffused with killing intent. If he were truly to kill him, the elder truly had no means of resisting.
"Actually, I didn't intend to harm you!" Guiying shrugged, "Unfortunately, you are too ignorant of the world. Since I have made my move today, how can you hope to survive."
With these words, Guiying's aura surged violently, preparing to bring about the Saint's untimely demise. Seeing the scene before him, Chu Yunju leaped down from the city walls abruptly, "He is from our Xuan Guang Holy Land. I sent him to test you. Since you are from the Killer Dynasty, the Xuan Guang Holy Land will naturally not offend you. Why not release him directly, and avoid escalating the matter!"
"What, now you're afraid knowing I'm from the Killer Dynasty?" Guiying said coldly, "Do you truly believe people from the Killer Dynasty can be bullied at will?"
"I did not mean that. If you insist on thinking so, there is nothing I can do!" Chu Yunju smiled faintly, "However, if you kill someone from the Xuan Guang Holy Land, even if you are from the Killer Dynasty, you will likely be punished. The Holy Land's authority is not to be questioned!"
"Is that so?" Guiying smiled faintly, and in the time it took to flick a finger, the elder in his grasp instantly perished, without even a chance to resist, his eyes filled with utter despair.
Concurrently, Chu Yunju's face turned livid. He had never imagined Guiying would show him such blatant disregard, even leaving him in such an awkward position.
"Well, what do you think? I killed him, and what can you do to me?" Guiying shrugged, a cold sneer gracing his lips.
"You have truly audacious courage, daring to kill even someone from the Xuan Guang Holy Land!" The surrounding elders exclaimed in shock.