Chapter 395: Xiao Yan: "Heh heh, Lu Bu, need some assistance?"
"Quite bold, I must say!" Across from them, the white robed young man leading the four Heavenly Demon Phoenixes sneered repeatedly. "You're the ones who purchased the Heavenly Phoenix Wings at the auction, right?"
Lu Bu's expression remained calm as he gazed indifferently at the three men and one woman in the distance, his eyes gradually taking on an amused glint. "Ah, so it was you... Who was it earlier? Feeling uncomfortable, huh?"
If his guess was correct, the white robed young man with multicolored pupils was none other than Nine Phoenix, the young master of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan. Lu Bu remembered in the original story how this guy teamed up with Hun Yu to try and extort something from Xiao Yan, only to meet a tragic end.
"Kid, you're courting death!" Before Lu Bu finished speaking, the man with a sinister expression and thin lips standing next to Nine Phoenix barked harshly.
Boom!
A violent aura surged forth from the man like a storm, creating powerful gusts of wind.
A Two Star Dou Venerate!
Behind Lu Bu, Medusa and Yun Yun exchanged glances. Their beautiful eyes, initially solemn, began to glint coldly. Though his aura was strong, his breathing was uneven, and his expression betrayed signs of weakness. It was clear his soul had suffered damage.
Obviously, this sharp featured man was the one who had tried to probe their private room earlier and was struck back by Lu Bu!
"Friend, allow me to introduce myself. I am Nine Phoenix. Perhaps you've heard of me?" The white robed Nine Phoenix cupped his hands slightly, speaking with an air of calm.
"Never heard of you," Lu Bu interrupted flatly.
A flicker of coldness passed through Nine Phoenix's eyes. Taking a deep breath, he continued, "Surely you're aware of my Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan's rules. No one is allowed to possess the flesh or feathers of our clan. I ask you to return the wings and spare me from taking further action."
"Oh, is that so?" Lu Bu's lips curled in a faint smile. "In that case, why don't you go after the original owner of the Heavenly Phoenix Wings? Wasn't it him who put them up for auction?"
This retort caused a flash of anger to flicker in Nine Phoenix's eyes.
"Young master, why waste words on him? Just kill him!" A curvaceous woman in a nine colored dress snarled coldly. Her delicate features, initially charming, were marred by a hideous killing intent.
Her aura surged forth, a powerful force erupting from her petite frame.
A One Star Dou Venerate!
Judging by their strength, these individuals were likely the elites of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan Nine Phoenix's trusted aides, carefully selected by Huang Tian to support him in the future.
"Ah, I had hoped for a peaceful resolution, but conflict seems inevitable," Nine Phoenix sighed lightly.
"This is what you call peace?" Yun Yun sneered, drawing her cyan longsword as a cold light glinted in her eyes, her gaze fixed on the man and woman emanating killing intent.
Medusa remained silent, her expression icy. Lightning arcs flickered around her as a sharp killing intent surged, ready to erupt at any moment.
"Leave now, and I'll overlook this," Lu Bu said flatly. As the young master of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan, Nine Phoenix wasn't someone Lu Bu wanted to completely antagonize at least not yet. He was willing to give them a chance to retreat.
"Hah! This is the first time I've met someone more arrogant than me!" Nine Phoenix laughed coldly, amusement and mockery in his gaze.
"Zhao Shu, kill him," Nine Phoenix ordered decisively. Since this was an enemy, there was no need for hesitation he must die.
At his command, an elderly man stepped forward, his presence radiating an oppressive force like a towering mountain.
Boom!
The ground beneath Lu Bu and his companions buckled under the immense pressure, sinking as if struck by a giant hammer.
"A Half Saint?" Yun Yun and Medusa's faces turned grave as the oppressive force bore down on them, making it difficult to breathe.
With a single stomp, Lu Bu unleashed a surge of energy that dissipated the Half Saint's oppressive aura. His eyes glinted coldly as he flicked his wrist, summoning a jade slip into his hand.
"What terrifying physical strength!" The woman in the nine colored dress exclaimed, her eyes widening in surprise as she watched Lu Bu remain unaffected under the pressure of a Half Saint.
"Hmph, so what if he's strong? He's just a human how can he compare to the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan?" The sharp featured man sneered disdainfully.
"Boy, you could have lived, but you dared to offend the young master," the elderly Heavenly Demon Phoenix said indifferently. Raising his hand, he condensed spatial energy into a massive hand, which descended with crushing force.
"Hahaha… The Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan really loves bullying the weak, don't they?" A voice filled with aged laughter echoed from the distance. Blood red flames surged, and the overwhelming spatial hand was instantly obliterated.
Lu Bu raised an eyebrow, slowly relaxing the grip on the jade slip in his hand.
In the distance, two figures approached swiftly. It was none other than Yao Chen and Xiao Yan.
"What's the meaning of this?" Nine Phoenix's voice was icy as he addressed the newcomers. "This is a matter of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan."
"I am Yao Chen," Yao Chen replied indifferently. "I simply can't stand your clan's bullying."
"Yao Chen, the Medicine Saint?" The four Heavenly Demon Phoenix elites gasped. How could they not recognize one of the most renowned figures in the Central Plains? Yao Chen had helped the Pill Tower capture Hun Mie alive, forcing the Soul Palace to cede territory and pay reparations. Even true Dou Saints would think twice before acting arrogant in front of him.
Xiao Yan glanced at Lu Bu's plain looking face and smirked smugly. See? This is the power of reputation. You really ought to learn from me.
"Heh heh… Need some help, Lu Bu? Don't worry, it's free!" Xiao Yan quipped with a raised brow, clearly enjoying himself.
Lu Bu rolled his eyes, unimpressed.
"Do you really intend to meddle in this?" the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Half Saint growled. Though he didn't want to provoke Yao Chen, he couldn't simply back down if Yao Chen insisted on interfering.
"I've already said I despise bullies," Yao Chen said coolly, his energy surging as he locked onto the Half Saint.
"Young master?" The Half Saint hesitated, unable to discern Yao Chen's intentions.
"Boy, I'll say it one last time hand over your storage ring. Out of respect for the Medicine Saint, I'll let you leave alive," Nine Phoenix said coldly, his eyes flashing with malice.
"Damn it, this idiot!" Xiao Yan muttered, cursing silently. He knew Lu Bu hated threats and insults to his allies more than anything else.
Predictably, Yun Yun and Medusa's eyes gleamed with killing intent, while Lu Bu simply chuckled softly.
Before the laugh had fully faded, Lu Bu stomped the ground. A flash of golden light streaked across the air.
"Young master, be careful!" The Heavenly Demon Phoenix Half Saint's expression changed drastically as he shouted a warning.
"What incredible speed!" Yao Chen murmured, his expression slightly startled. If he weren't a Half Saint himself, he doubted he could even follow Lu Bu's movements.
But it was already too late.
Before Nine Phoenix could react, a golden streak of energy slammed directly into his face.
Boom!
Nine Phoenix let out a pained scream as the force sent him flying backward, smashing into the canyon wall with a deafening crash.
Rumble!
The ground trembled as massive boulders tumbled down, burying Nine Phoenix beneath them. In his place stood Lu Bu, as plain and unassuming as ever.
"Tch… Noisy feathered bird," Lu Bu muttered with a cold smirk.
"Young master!" The two remaining Heavenly Demon Phoenix elites shrieked, rushing toward the pile of rubble in a panic.
In the sky above, the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Half Saint's face turned exceedingly grim.
Xiao Yan's lips twitched. I knew it!
Boom!
A brilliant burst of multicolored light shot into the sky as Nine Phoenix slowly stood up from the pile of rubble. His face, more handsome than Xiao Yan's by a few degrees, now bore a deep shoe print, with twin trails of blood running from his nostrils, leaving him looking utterly miserable.
"Yun Jie, Your Majesty, take care of that man and woman. Kill them, no need to hold back!" Lu Bu flicked his sleeves, purple gold light flashing in his eyes as he gave his icy command.
Xiao Yan and Yao Chen's expressions shifted sharply. They hadn't expected Lu Bu to issue a kill order so decisively.
On the opposite side, Nine Phoenix, who had been seething with hatred and a desire to rip Lu Bu to pieces, froze upon hearing those words. He had never imagined that this person would harbor such murderous intent toward him.
Before Lu Bu's words had fully landed, Yun Yun and Medusa launched themselves forward. Their movements were lightning quick, their figures streaking through the air like sharp blades. Green wind energy and seven colored lightning transformed into deadly glimmers of light, stabbing toward the backs of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix man and woman.
"Bastard, you're courting death!" The sharp featured young man roared furiously. His fingers morphed into sharp claws, slashing fiercely toward Medusa's slender, pale neck.
Clang!
The sound of metal clashing rang out as a seven colored lightning arc burst into existence. The sword aura and claw strike collided, creating a sharp, piercing sound like blades grinding together.
The man grunted, his arm going numb as his body was flung backward uncontrollably.
"Dammit… This woman has such terrifying strength!" The young man's face filled with shock and disbelief as he stared at Medusa. His entire arm was now paralyzed. How could her physical strength surpass that of a Heavenly Demon Phoenix? It was unthinkable!
She's incredibly strong! Xiao Yan watched, feeling a heavy weight in his chest. Without using his Heavenly Flame or clan lineage abilities, he was certain he wouldn't stand a chance against her.
As Medusa landed gracefully, a cold gleam flickered in her eyes. Her slender foot stomped hard against the ground, her figure turning into a streak of icy light as she charged forward again.
Boom!
A sharp explosion erupted. Before the young man could react, the flashing sword tip was already upon him, reflected in his sharp hawk like pupils.
"Bastard!" the man roared in anger, though his heart was consumed by fear.
Bang!
A muffled sound echoed behind him as golden wings sprouted from his back. With a flash of golden light underfoot, he vanished in an instant.
Xiao Yan's expression grew serious. As expected of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix, known for their speed. I can sense his movements, but I can't react fast enough. It seems Queen Medusa will have her hands full…
Before the thought could fully form, Medusa's figure also disappeared in a burst of golden light, her already lightning fast speed suddenly rivaling that of the young man.
"Die!" Medusa's cold voice echoed as her sword, wrapped in a halo of seven colored lightning, thrust forward mercilessly toward the young man's face.
"The Phoenix Step? How does she know it?" The Heavenly Demon Phoenix Half Saint's expression shifted, sensing imminent disaster.
Slash!
A streak of golden light flashed, and a spray of blood burst forth as two figures reappeared in mid air.
"Ahhh!" The young man let out a blood curdling scream, clutching his right eye as fresh blood gushed between his fingers, staining the ground red.
Medusa's cold gaze flickered with disdain as she flicked her sword, sending a bloodied eyeball flying.
"How ruthless… She truly lives up to her reputation as the infamous Medusa, Queen of the Serpent People!" Xiao Yan's eyelid twitched, a shiver running down his spine at the sight. How in the world did Lu Bu tame such a terrifying woman?
"Bastard, I'll tear you apart!" The young man howled in fury, his remaining eye glowing with a bloody light as his rage reached a fever pitch.
Golden light surged across his arms, transforming them into razor sharp eagle claws. Their aura was fierce, brutal, and filled with a suffocating killing intent.
With an enraged roar, he lunged at Medusa like a feral beast.
"Hmph!" Medusa snorted coldly. With her longsword in hand, her slender, pale legs stomped the ground fiercely, propelling her forward like a sleek, deadly panther.
Her sword arced high above her head before slashing down in a blinding crescent, cutting through the air like a gleaming moon.
Clang!
A shockwave of energy rippled outward as the roaring young man was forced back once more, a groan escaping his lips. A faint bloody mark now adorned his claws, a testament to Medusa's incredible strength.
"Medusa's physical body is terrifyingly powerful… She can even clash head on with a Heavenly Demon Phoenix!" Xiao Yan's heart raced in shock, utterly awed by her ferocity.
"Feng Yang!" the Heavenly Demon Phoenix woman shrieked, her voice trembling with disbelief. In just a few exchanges, Feng Yang a Two Star Dou Venerate had suffered such devastating blows.
With a flash of golden light, she launched herself toward Feng Yang.
"Your opponent is me!" Yun Yun's cold voice rang out as green flames burst from beneath her feet, emitting a strange, oppressive wave of energy.
Boom!
A pillar of molten fire erupted from the ground, forcing the Heavenly Demon Phoenix woman to stumble backward from her invisibility, her robes scorched and charred as the acrid smell of burning fabric filled the air.
"Huh?" Xiao Yan's eyes widened in shock. Yun Yun's attack bore a striking resemblance to the Earth tier technique "Great Earth Fiery Flame" he had obtained from a Dou Saint's inheritance. But what was even more surprising was her strength she had reached the peak of Nine Star Dou Venerate!
Xiao Yan's expression turned incredulous. How is this possible? Is my Dou Emperor bloodline really just decorative?
"Don't look so surprised," Yao Chen said lightly. "The Green Lotus Core Flame naturally possesses the ability to trigger volcanic eruptions. For a Dou Venerate, condensing a pillar of magma is no great feat."
"That's not the point!" Xiao Yan muttered, his eye twitching. He decided it was better not to tell Nalan Yanran about this she'd be crushed.
"Die, you wench!" the Heavenly Demon Phoenix woman screamed as her wings spread wide, her killing intent surging like a storm.
But before she could attack, Yun Yun's hand glowed with a strange, invisible flame. A peculiar wave rippled outward, paralyzing the woman mid charge. Her pale skin turned bright red, as though scorched by invisible fire.
Slash!
Yun Yun's arm flicked, sending a serpent of green flames darting toward her opponent.
Boom!
The flames erupted, and the woman let out a piercing scream as she was sent flying, her once beautiful face now a mangled, bloody mess of burnt flesh and fresh blood.
Xiao Yan quickly turned away, disgusted. He didn't want nightmares.
"As expected of Lu Bu's women… Even their attacks aim for the face," Xiao Yan muttered under his breath.
Yun Yun frowned slightly. She's still alive? A One Star Dou Venerate really is tough.
"This combat style…" Yao Chen's expression turned serious. Yun Yun was controlling two flames simultaneously something only those with a Flame Mantra or the Spirit Tribe's bloodline could achieve.
"Could Yun Yun be a Spirit Tribe member?" Yao Chen thought, astonished. The Spirit Tribe had long since vanished, yet here was someone displaying their techniques.
Watching his two subordinates get utterly crushed, Nine Phoenix's expression turned ashen.
"I gave you a chance to live, but you didn't cherish it," Lu Bu said with a faint smile. "Now, I'll take your life!"
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