In the blink of an eye.
Zhang Yang and the red-robed elder clashed.
The fierce collision generated terrifying waves of energy.
Instantly, everything within a ten-meter radius was flung away.
Even Qin Shengnan, who had entered the Hidden Yuan realm, was forced back repeatedly, exclaiming.
"Is this the gap between the peak of the Hidden Yuan realm and the Hidden Yuan realm? It's truly immense."
Although they were in the same realm.
The difference of just two words, "peak," resulted in a vast disparity in power.
However, this was understandable.
As a disciple of the Seven Kill Sect, Qin Shengnan knew something.
The path of martial arts was merely a beginning upon entering the Hidden Yuan realm.
Otherwise...
The Seven Kill Sect would not have gone to such lengths.
After numerous factions had suffered defeat more than ten years ago.
They were now once again targeting the secret hidden within Jiangnan City.
This secret was enough to make many factions eager.
Amidst Qin Shengnan's brief contemplation.
Zhang Yang and the red-robed elder of the Seven Kill Sect had already exchanged over ten blows.
They fought fiercely, neither gaining any advantage.
However.
Qin Shengnan had absolute confidence in the red-robed elder.
Therefore, she calmly walked towards the anxious Qin family members.
Speaking the pre-prepared words, she soothed them.
Soon, she had the Qin family members deeply grateful to her.
...
Boom!
Another palm strike was exchanged.
Zhang Yang and the red-robed elder each retreated ten steps.
Both their expressions were solemn, and their hearts were greatly shocked.
"Which faction do you belong to? Can you tell me?" the red-robed elder asked, seizing the opportunity.
Zhang Yang stared at him coldly, choosing not to answer.
His internal surprise was no less than the red-robed elder's.
This was the first time in a battle that Zhang Yang's true energy did not hold an advantage.
The red-robed elder's internal energy was no weaker than Zhang Yang's true energy.
However.
Zhang Yang was not worried.
Because he was fully prepared this time.
Since their realms were comparable and his true energy offered no advantage.
Then, the battle should come down to their foundations and endurance!
Suddenly.
Zhang Yang's gaze turned fierce, and he proactively attacked the red-robed elder.
He lunged forward, stomping his right foot on the ground.
Like a thunderbolt, he charged towards the red-robed elder.
With this punch, Zhang Yang broke through the air.
Seeing this, the red-robed elder dared not be negligent, his gaze becoming much more solemn.
He could tell that Zhang Yang was clearly using his full strength.
Therefore, he could not hold back any longer, or he would surely suffer in subsequent exchanges.
"Hmph, do you really think you're invincible?"
The red-robed elder snorted coldly and matched Zhang Yang's combat intensity.
Instantly, they clashed again.
But...
This scene greatly alarmed Nangong Yi and the black-robed elder.
They were very wary of this suddenly appearing peak Hidden Yuan realm expert.
His fighting style made them feel something was amiss.
Although peak Hidden Yuan realm experts were powerful, they also had moments of exhaustion.
When their internal energy was depleted, they were no different from ordinary people.
The opponent's decisive choice for such high-intensity combat.
Was he not worried about Qin Shengnan, who was watching from the side, suddenly making a move?
There was one person who could answer this question.
That was Fang Zheng, who was also hidden in the shadows.
Nangong Yi and Qin Shengnan did not know who the cloaked expert who had broken into the Qin family was.
But Fang Zheng knew who that person was!
This was Zhang Yang's 'master'!
This was an expert who not only possessed peak Hidden Yuan realm strength but also the realm of a Grandmaster Alchemist.
Others might not be able to maintain high-intensity combat for long.
But Zhang Yang's 'master' certainly could.
Fang Zheng guessed that Zhang Yang's 'master' must have brought plenty of recovery pills.
On the other side.
Qin Shengnan had already appeased the Qin family members.
And she had successfully replaced the deceased Elder Qin, becoming the backbone of the Qin family.
"Shengnan, can we win?" a Qin family member asked.
"Of course, with me here, the Qin family will be safe. You don't need to worry," Qin Shengnan said confidently.
"That's good. The Qin family is counting on you now." The Qin family members immediately breathed a sigh of relief.
Clearly.
Qin Shengnan's appearance gave them hope of survival.
Qin Shengnan chuckled and did not respond.
Her gaze remained fixed on the unfolding events in the arena, while her internal energy surged secretly.
She was waiting for an opportunity.
An opportunity to help the red-robed elder defeat the opponent.
In the blink of an eye.
Ten minutes passed quietly.
Both Zhang Yang and the red-robed elder bore injuries to varying degrees.
Their clothes were also torn to different extents.
After another exchange, they retreated, panting.
"Your strength is great, but with me here, you won't succeed today!" the red-robed elder gasped.
Zhang Yang glanced at him, spitting out a mouthful of blood.
He lowered his head slightly, reaching out to wipe the blood from the corner of his mouth.
And secretly popped a Great Return Pill into his mouth.
"Heh, whether I succeed or not, we'll find out," Zhang Yang sneered and charged at the red-robed elder again.
Seeing this, the red-robed elder also mustered his strength to meet Zhang Yang.
Bang!
This strike.
The residual power of their battle was significantly weaker.
It was like an ordinary Outer Body Refining realm practitioner, without causing much impact.
Seeing this, the red-robed elder smiled.
Zhang Yang, like him, was exhausted.
Then...
It was time for this battle to end.
"Shengnan, it's up to you now!" the red-robed elder shouted.
At this moment.
Qin Shengnan had already made her move, without needing the red-robed elder's reminder.
Instantly, Qin Shengnan's internal energy erupted, and she shouted.
"I will use your blood to commemorate my grandfather's spirit!"
As the words fell.
Qin Shengnan appeared before Zhang Yang with the speed of thunder.
The cold dagger in her hand, swirling with internal energy, slashed towards Zhang Yang's neck.
For the sake of her sect's mission.
The fewer peak Hidden Yuan realm experts in Jiangnan City, the better.
She wanted to minimize the risk.
Furthermore, the peak Hidden Yuan realm expert who appeared at the Qin family was Zhang Yang's master.
Therefore, Qin Shengnan could not possibly let him go.
However...
Qin Shengnan was happy a bit too early.
In Zhang Yang's originally pale and weak eyes, a sharp light burst forth.
His depleted true energy, like bamboo shoots after rain, erupted with powerful vitality.
"You? You think you're worthy of killing me?" Zhang Yang retorted with a cold laugh.
His true energy rippled outwards, knocking away the dagger from Qin Shengnan's hand.
"Not good! Shengnan, be careful!" the red-robed elder shouted.
However.
His reminder was too late; Zhang Yang's killing blow had arrived!
A fist filled with rage directly smashed towards Qin Shengnan.
Pfft~
Instantly.
Qin Shengnan spat out a stream of blood, her figure flying backward.
With a single blow, Qin Shengnan was heavily injured by Zhang Yang.
Seeing this, Zhang Yang quickly stepped forward, wanting to capture Qin Shengnan!
As long as he controlled her, Han Xiyao would be safe.
However...
The next moment, an unexpected change occurred.
The black-clothed elder who appeared at the Luo family materialized before Qin Shengnan, blocking Zhang Yang.
"You cannot kill her, she cannot die yet."