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The wind howled through the street, and the air seemed to grow colder.
Yet the hearts of everyone present felt even chillier.
"Could it be... Ye Ran?" Someone said it in disbelief.
Liu Sheng wore a wry smile and replied, "He said he's from You Luo Temple, and he's young with advanced cultivation. Aside from their Holy Son, who else fits the bill?"
"Hiss!"
An icy silence descended upon the group.
Ye Ran, the Holy Son of the Apex Demon Gate
His talent is unparalleled, and he is blessed with Heaven and Earth's favor. He entered You Luo Temple at the age of eight, laid his foundation at twelve, and attained the Golden Core at seventeen. Such a rapid cultivation speed was unprecedented in the vast lands, making him a reincarnation of the Great Emperor.
As the future successor to Leng Wuyan, the Sect Master of You Luo Temple, he was destined to become a formidable figure who would shake the realms.
He has also become a point of interest for major sects.
Unbelievably, Wang Yue's drunken provocations led to the involvement of such an individual.
Wang Yue's death was justified!
Liu Sheng stood up and took the initiative, saying, "This is an issue between You Luo Temple and the Wang family. It has nothing to do with my Liu family. I'm leaving, everyone!"
With that, he turned and departed.
Others quickly followed suit.
"It has nothing to do with my Zhang family!"
"The Sun family as well; I barely know Wang Yue!"
"I was only passing by tonight; the Meng family is uninvolved!"
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Just moments earlier, they had been networking and clinking glasses with Wang Yue to discuss cooperation, but now they couldn't distance themselves fast enough.
The Wang family was finished, and they had no desire to be embroiled in their downfall.
After all, this was the You Luo Temple we were talking about!
Binding all the families in Howling City, not a single one dared to raise their hackles!
"You old dogs! You were just fawning over the young master, and now you want to shift the blame when something goes wrong?" Wang Yue's guards snapped in anger.
They had come from Lincheng to ensure Wang Yue's safety.
Now that something had happened to their master, they were facing dire consequences!
"I'll report this to our patriarch! You'll just wait for the Wang family's retaliation!" the guard leader said righteously.
The group fell silent and looked at one another.
"You Luo Temple doesn't need to acknowledge the Wang family... But this is a massive problem for us," Liu Sheng lamented.
"Hmph, it's good that you're aware of your fear!" the guard leader sneered.
However, everyone simply ignored him and began conversing in low voices.
"So, we mustn't let this matter spread."
"Indeed, our only option is to silence them."
"The Zhang family agrees with the proposal."
"So does the Sun family."
"The Meng family..."
The guard leader was taken aback. "What do you mean?"
"What are you waiting for? Let's take care of it." Liu Sheng grinned coldly.
"Kill!"
Blood spurted, and the empty street echoed with cries once more.
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Ye Ran returned to his sect and took a hot bath, which was administered by Ah Qin.
Today marked the first time he had taken someone's life since his time travel, but he didn't feel hypocritical about it; he regarded it as a matter of course.
This was a chaotic world—a world where people cultivated immortality and devoured one another!
To live, you required countless justifications, but to kill, a single reason sufficed.
Wang Yue had truly earned his fate.
The system task had exposed Wang Yue's vile deeds, and it would be no exaggeration to call him wicked.
Still, Ye Ran had no intention of being a righteous avenger.
Even without the mission, Wang Yue would have met his end today!
Ye Ran called upon the system in his mind.
The task had been successfully completed.
[Mission Completion Degree: Perfect]
[Received Advanced Treasure Chest x1]
Ye Ran opened the treasure chest.
''Congratulations, Host!
You have acquired the supernatural power "Demon-Subduing Light Fist."''
"Supernatural Power?" Ye Ran's heart raced.
This was the first time he had received a reward categorized as a supernatural power.
He examined the prize description more closely.
The Demon-Subduing Light Fist is the ultimate Buddhist skill.
When using it to its full extent, your arms will emit a golden radiance, your fingers will become like shining pearls, and your fists will shine brilliantly!
With a single strike, demons are vanquished, ghosts wail, and gods are driven to despair!
It can be considered an invaluable tool for exterminating malevolent spirits!
"This is some amazing stuff!" Ye Ran exclaimed
He extended his right hand, initiated the supernatural power, and his palm illuminated the room as brightly as daytime.
The entirety of his right hand was transparent, allowing one to see the bones and veins beneath the skin, making it appear as though it were composed of pure white jade.
"Wow, this is incredible!" Ah Qin clapped her hands excitedly. "Master Holy Son, what's the name of this move?"
Ye Ran increased the brightness by three notches, then waved his hand to extinguish the radiant light.
"This technique is called flashlight."
"What a powerful flashlight!"
"Oh?"
Ye Ran asked curiously, "Do you understand what I meant by that?"
Ah Qin shook her head and replied seriously, "I don't understand, but it's clear that Master Holy Son's supernatural power is the most powerful of them all."
Ye Ran couldn't help but burst into laughter. He pinched Ah Qin's tiny face and quipped, "You're truly an enthusiastic fan."
"Hey hey!" Ah Qin giggled sweetly.
Although she didn't understand the meaning of the word "fan," the physical contact between them made her feel extremely happy.
"By the way, Master Holy Son, you returned late today. Were you practicing?" Ah Qin inquired while massaging him.
Ye Ran leaned back comfortably in the tub and nonchalantly replied, "No, I went on a date with the Sect Master tonight."
"A date with the Sect Master?" Ah Qin blinks in bewilderment.
Ye Ran: ┌(.д.)┐
Oops, I misspoke!