Chapter 432: Chapter 431: Prisoner at the Foot of the Stairs
When Duanmu Cheng was controlled by Xu Jian, Yang Fei had already smashed the internal organs of the third Innate Realm expert with a punch.
He was bare-handed, seemingly not much of a threat, yet his combat strength far surpassed that of Wang Lei.
Three Innate Realm experts attacked him, and he killed one in the first wave of contact. Before the remaining two could join forces, he suppressed them one by one, and at the same time, he also managed to kill several capable fighters.
On the other hand, Wang Lei, with his formidable combat strength, heavily wounded an Innate Realm master with a single blade strike. With no Innate Realm masters to stop him, he moved through the enemies like a hot knife through butter, leaving a trail of blood wherever he went. None could withstand a single strike from him, and within moments, he had killed more than fifteen people with his steel blade.
Yang Fei and Wang Lei grew fiercer as the battle raged on.
However, the Duanmu aristocratic family’s members had long since been scared out of their wits.
Although they all roamed the Martial Arts World and had frequently encountered scenes of slaughter, with each possessing robust practical experience, they had never met anyone as ferocious as Yang Fei and Wang Lei.
With Duanmu Cheng being held by Xu Jian, the other Innate Realm expert guarding him was caught in a dilemma, afraid to make any rash moves.
He watched Xu Jian with extreme caution, not daring to approach and instead stepping backward to keep a safe distance.
Just now, his comrade had died right before his eyes, and this elder, with his profound and inscrutable Poison Technique, was terrifyingly powerful, already a fierce figure of the Divine Travel Realm – it was simply too dreadful.
He was already roaring inside his heart.
What kind of people has Mr. Four provoked? With such forces arrayed against him, even an aristocratic family like the Duanmus would need to deploy their most top-tier combatants to suppress them.
Soon, there were no more enemies around Yang Fei and Wang Lei.
The ground was already littered with more than thirty corpses.
The remaining dozen or so were either severely injured or unscathed but terror-stricken, and none of them dared to launch another attack.
Across from Wang Lei, the Innate Realm master whom he had severely injured in the abdomen showed a terrified expression and stared at Wang Lei, saying, "You... the technique you’re using is the Wang Family’s Thunderclap Saber Technique?"
The Innate Realm Elite Guard guarding Duanmu Cheng changed his expression and couldn’t help but look at Wang Lei, blurting out, "Are you a descendant of the Langya Wang Family?"
It was as if he had suddenly remembered something, and he immediately turned his head to look at Qi Hongshao and Qi Honglei, saying, "It is said that the Langya Wang Family once had a marriage alliance with the Qi Family... you are Qi Hongshao, so you..."
While speaking, his pupils shrank in shock as he looked at Wang Lei and said, "Are you the Wang Family scion who left the Langya Wang Family ten years ago?"
Wang Lei smiled indifferently, saying, "I didn’t expect that after ten years, there would still be people who remember me."
Hearing Wang Lei’s admission, the people of the Duanmu Family changed their expressions drastically. Duanmu Cheng, who had been released by Xu Jian, heard this and was greatly shocked, exclaiming, "The Langya Wang Family is getting involved in this matter?"
The Innate Realm Elite Guard twitched his mouth and cursed inwardly at the stupidity.
Duanmu Cheng came back to his senses and shook his head, saying, "That’s not right; you were expelled from the Wang Family and disowned ten years ago, and the Wang Family had publicly declared they had cut ties with you. Now, you’re no longer a descendent of the Langya Wang Family, so they wouldn’t bother with the Qi Family’s affairs."
Wang Lei said lightly, "That’s correct, I have nothing to do with the Wang Family anymore."
Duanmu Cheng immediately felt relief.
Although he was being held hostage by Xu Jian, uncertain whether he would live or die, if his personal actions brought catastrophic trouble to his family in the form of a powerful enemy like the Langya Wang Family, even if the family patriarch cherished him greatly, he would not protect him.
"So, you’re helping Qi Hongshao because she is your fiancée?" Duanmu Cheng asked.
Wang Lei did not deny it and nodded, saying, "That’s correct."
Duanmu Cheng took a deep breath, cursing his luck, but given the pressing situation, he had to swallow his pride and said, "What do you want to do next? Although I, Duanmu Cheng, am no genius, I am a direct descendant of the Duanmu aristocratic family, and the patriarch holds me in high regard. If you dare lay a hand on me, I guarantee you won’t be able to leave Muyun City alive."
"This place is already outside Muyun City," Wang Lei stated calmly.
Duanmu Cheng was at a loss for words and hurriedly said, "Even if this isn’t within Muyun City, the Duanmu Family still has significant influence here. Moreover, many people in my clan are aware that I was out on an errand today. If I don’t return, they will definitely send experts to investigate. Even the Hidden Sect is vast, but you will have nowhere to hide."
"Crack!"
Just at that moment, a clear sound of breaking bones echoed.
Duanmu Cheng broke out in a cold sweat and let out a miserable cry.
Xu Jian crushed his right shoulder, causing him insufferable pain.
"Still so arrogant even as a prisoner at my feet?" Xu Jian said indifferently.
Overwhelmed by the agony and gripped by immense fear, Duanmu Cheng realized just how dangerous his situation was.
Although he recognized Wang Lei’s identity and his own perilous fate, he knew nothing of Yang Fei or Xu Jian, and no longer dared to be arrogant.
Yang Fei and Wang Lei were already walking over.
The remaining members of the Duanmu Family didn’t flee in every direction; instead, they surrounded the area but not a single one had the courage to make a move.
The only Innate Realm expert from the Duanmu Family who was not injured locked eyes with Yang Fei, visibly on guard, and said in a deep voice, "Who are you? To possess such a cultivation realm at such a young age, not one prodigy from the Eight Great Forces can compare to you."
Yang Fei laughed heartily, "Am I really as awesome as you’re saying?"
The man nodded, "I speak no false words."
"Hahaha, thanks for the compliment," Yang Fei said with a light smile, his gaze falling back onto Duanmu Cheng, "Come with us, I have some questions for you."
Knowing he couldn’t escape, Duanmu Cheng replied, "Fine, I can cooperate with you, but I hope you can spare the others from the Duanmu Family."
Yang Fei shrugged carelessly, "Having already killed so many, my anger has mostly subsided. As long as they don’t seek death, I won’t take action again."
Unable to help herself, Qi Hongshao reminded him, "Yang Fei, if you let them go, our whereabouts will be quickly exposed. Even with Duanmu Cheng as a hostage, the Duanmu Family won’t let us off."
Yang Fei laughed, "When did I say I was planning to run away?"
Qi Hongshao was taken aback.
Yang Fei looked at Wang Lei and said, "Brother Lei, you take them and go ahead."
Wang Lei gave Yang Fei a look, hesitated slightly, then nodded, "Alright."
After speaking, he turned to Qi Hongshao and her sister Qi Honglei, and said, "Let’s go."
Feeling uneasy, Qi Hongshao asked Yang Fei, "Aren’t you and Senior Xu leaving together?"
Yang Fei shook his head with a smile, "We still have unfinished business. Don’t worry about us, Sister-in-law, you go ahead."
Qi Hongshao tried to say more, but Wang Lei cut in, "Don’t worry about them. Your presence here is more of a hindrance. Listen to me, and let’s go."
Seeing Wang Lei insist, Qi Hongshao, not one to be overly sentimental, grabbed her sister and knelt before Yang Fei and Xu Jian, sincerely saying, "Thank you both for your rescue. We will forever remember this great kindness."
Yang Fei waved his hand, and an invisible force lifted the sisters before they could fully kneel, casually saying, "Get going. If you want to thank someone, thank my Brother Lei. It’s best you find a way to have his back as soon as possible."
Wang Lei was at a loss for words.
Qi Hongshao’s face turned beet red.
Soon, Wang Lei led Qi Hongshao and Qi Honglei away.
Although many from the Duanmu Family remained, no one dared to follow.
After Wang Lei and the others had been gone for about the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, Yang Fei looked up at the remaining guards of the Duanmu Family and spoke lightheartedly, "What now, still here to rescue your young master?"
Duanmu Cheng knew the remaining men couldn’t save him, and understanding that Yang Fei intended to let them leave, he immediately said to the Innate Realm expert, "Go."
The Innate Realm expert, grasping Duanmu Cheng’s intent, decisively said, "We are leaving now, Mr. Four. Don’t worry, I’m going back to ask the clan’s experts to come forth."
Before leaving, he couldn’t resist throwing out a warning to Yang Fei and Xu Jian, "Mr. Four is from the direct lineage and is one of the most beloved grandsons of the old patriarch. I hope you both watch your actions."