As high-ranking members of the Shadow Sect, they naturally knew the capabilities of a shadow killer.
They also knew that facing a shadow killer alone was almost an insurmountable challenge.
But when the numbers were large, things were naturally different.
"Elder Feng, there's no need to waste any more time. The vital forces of the Shadow Sect are all gone. The Shadow Sect is now crippled, with only a few of you left. You can't make any significant waves!" Shadow said.
"Hmph!"
Elder Feng sneered, "Shadow, you joined the sect relatively recently. While your abilities are good, I tell you, you know nothing about the true power of our Shadow Sect!"
"Our Shadow Sect's growth and strength have never relied on those outer disciples! It's us, these core members!"
"As long as we old guys are here, the Shadow Sect will endure. Those people you killed, we can train more! But before that, you will inevitably pay the price for what you have done today!"
Shadow said, "What a pity."
"What's a pity?" Elder Feng frowned.
"It's a pity that all of you here today will also die!"
"Arrogant!"
"Outrageous!"
"Ignorant of heaven and earth!"
"Today, we will bury you here and avenge our fallen comrades!"
"Attack!"
Elder Feng and the others, with six remaining, formed a hexagon, surrounding Shadow.
At the same time, with a sharp shout, all six exuded an oppressive aura.
Boom!
Shadow's body disappeared from its spot, but the next second, it reappeared in mid-air.
It turned out that the combined pressure of the six had forced Shadow to be unable to use his shadow clone ability.
Shadow's expression changed slightly.
Elder Feng said mockingly, "Surprised? That's right. Your ability is too flawless. Our Sect Master had long ago devised a method to counter your shadow clones!"
"The purpose was to restrain you when you inevitably turned traitor! Today is your death day!"
"Attack!"
The six moved ferociously towards Shadow.
The immense aura shook the entire hall.
Shadow's face contorted.
He realized that his shadow clone ability, besides the Sect Master, could be countered by others.
In this situation, he was no longer suitable for using his shadow clone ability.
He roared, "A few dead men, dare to provoke me? I, the shadow killer, not only have shadow clones, but also unparalleled strength! Die!"
He brandished his scythe, engaging the six.
In terms of individual combat power, the strongest among them could only fight him to a draw.
But now, with their combined attack, Shadow was being pushed back steadily!
"Great Sun Vajra Dragon! You traitor, why don't you surrender quickly!"
"Die! Die, die..."
Shadow grew anxious, gradually losing ground and sustaining injuries.
"No matter who you are, no matter why you betrayed our Shadow Sect, you will die! Kill!"
The six roared, preparing to unleash a killing blow on Shadow.
Just as Shadow was unable to fend them off and was in grave danger, Elder Feng said, "A shadow killer wouldn't betray us without reason. Keep him alive, we'll interrogate him slowly!"
"Good! Cut off his limbs first!"
Two of them, holding large ringed sabers, lunged at Shadow's arms.
The other four blocked all of Shadow's escape routes.
"Chen Jie, aren't you going to save me! Do you want me to die?" Shadow roared in despair.
"Chen Jie?"
Elder Feng and the others' expressions changed.
The next second, the six felt an immense sense of danger.
Behind them, Chen Jie appeared and unleashed a sword strike.
A cold glint flashed.
With a *puff*, the two at the rear let out a scream of agony and both collapsed forward.
With a thud, these two fell to the ground, severely injured.
They turned their heads, "You, you are Chen Jie?"
Shadow seized the opportunity. At the last moment, he directly used his shadow clone ability and, a fraction of a second before the two large sabers reached him, vanished from his spot.
He reappeared beside Chen Jie.
"That's right, I am Chen Jie!" Chen Jie said.
"How is this possible! Besides Shadow, how could you have silently infiltrated our Shadow Sect headquarters! This is impossible!" Elder Feng exclaimed.
"Nothing is impossible! You know nothing of Chen Jie's abilities, and yet you dare to offend him!" Shadow sneered.
The few were so angered they almost spat blood.
This shadow killer was originally one of their own. He was supposed to kill Chen Jie, so why was he now mocking them for offending Chen Jie?
"We have four people left!"
Elder Feng's voice trembled as he pointed at Shadow, "You brought the enemy into our headquarters, you sinner!"
"Heh heh, Chen Jie wasn't brought by me. I was brought in by Chen Jie! Do you really think my shadow clone can carry people?" Shadow said with a cold laugh.
Elder Feng and the others felt a jolt of realization.
They suddenly understood that no matter how powerful Shadow was, it was unlikely he could have killed so many people silently.
Unless a more powerful martial artist was involved.
Now that Chen Jie had appeared before them, they understood that the true powerhouse was likely Chen Jie.
One shadow killer had already given them a headache; adding an even stronger Chen Jie, wouldn't that be even more troublesome?
Elder Feng looked at Chen Jie and said, "Chen Jie, you've killed so many people in our Shadow Sect, don't you think you've gone too far?"
"Oh? I admit I might have gone a bit too far. But your Shadow Sect has repeatedly attacked me, and targeted those close to me. Are your actions reasonable?" Chen Jie retorted.
"Nonsense! Who are we, and who are you? You are born weak. The strong do as they please!"
"We didn't know you were this powerful before, so attacking you was reasonable. After all, the strong don't need a reason to act!"
"Chen Jie, your abilities have now earned our recognition. How about this: apologize today, offer compensation to the deceased, and we can let this matter go. You can leave safely, and we won't make things difficult for you, what do you say?"
Chen Jie coldly sneered, "A perfect excuse! You speak very logically!"
Elder Feng's heart relaxed slightly, "Then hurry and leave, or things will get difficult when our Sect Master returns."
He chuckled inwardly. With the shadow killer beside Chen Jie, and only four of them remaining, it wouldn't be easy to capture Chen Jie.
When the Sect Master returned, they could find a way to pursue Chen Jie and make him suffer eternally as the ultimate revenge.
"Unfortunately, I don't accept."
"What?"
Elder Feng looked at Chen Jie in shock.
Chen Jie said calmly, "You are right. The strong do as they please, and the strong don't need to consider the feelings of the weak!"
"And right now, I happen to believe that you are the weaklings in my eyes. Therefore, I don't need to hold back."