Chapter 189 - 186: The Crime of Harboring Treasure

CLANG!

A loud metallic clash echoed, sending sparks flying and erupting with explosive energy. Mo Qianqian’s spear, carrying his opponent’s sword with it, slammed into the shoulder of the Void Spirit Realm Second Level elder.

SPURT!

Blood sprayed through the air as the elder’s shoulder caved in from the crushing impact. Under the overwhelming force of the blow, the elder coughed up a mouthful of blood, his entire body plummeting straight toward the ground.

At the same time, anticipating this exact outcome, Mo Qianqian’s Spirit Body had already vanished from its previous position, suddenly reappearing below. It executed a Horizontal Palm Blade, slashing directly across the falling elder’s neck.

SLASH!

The severely wounded elder’s head flew into the air, blood erupting like a fountain, while his headless corpse continued its rapid descent toward the earth.

BOOM!

A thunderous crash shook the area as the body smashed a massive crater into the ground, kicking up billowing clouds of dust.

"What!!!"

The crowd gathered at the city gates was stunned, everyone staring in slack-jawed disbelief. A Void Spirit Realm Second Level expert had been killed by Mo Qianqian?

"How is that possible? How can he be so strong that he can even kill a Void Spirit Realm Second Level expert?"

"This is terrifying!"

"To be precise, he used his Spirit Body to ambush and kill the expert. This is the advantage of cultivating both as a Spirit Master and a martial artist. If caught off guard, you can be killed by a Spirit Master at any moment, even if you are only at a slight disadvantage. Of course, in terms of pure physical strength, Mo Qianqian is also incredibly powerful—he directly injured a Void Spirit Realm Second Level expert with sheer force!"

The crowd erupted into a chorus of shocked exclamations.

The Feng Family Patriarch and his entourage looked extremely grim, a trace of lingering fear flickering in their eyes. The Feng family’s Void Spirit Realm expert was dead, and they desperately wanted to charge out and exact revenge. However, it was glaringly obvious that they were no match for Mo Qianqian. Since he could kill even a Void Spirit Realm Second Level expert, rushing out now would be nothing short of a suicide mission.

At this moment, Mo Qianqian was also somewhat surprised. By unleashing his powerful killing move, his current strength was indeed sufficient to completely defeat a Void Spirit Realm Second Level opponent. He had also realized the lethal potential of a Spirit Master’s ambush. As long as he capitalized on the moment his opponent was severely injured or caught off guard, he could secure a one-hit kill by striking a vital point, no matter how strong the enemy was.

"Anyone who wants to steal my belongings better weigh whether they have the life to take them!" Mo Qianqian shouted deeply, his words serving as a stark warning to those harboring malicious intentions toward him.

At this declaration, the restless figures within Black Dragon City froze in their tracks. A man capable of slaying a Void Spirit Realm Second Level expert was not someone ordinary people could contend with.

Mo Qianqian flew over to the two corpses. Just as expected of Void Spirit Realm experts, both men carried storage bags, which Mo Qianqian promptly confiscated. He also retrieved his other spear, which was still embedded in the ground, and stored it away. With his tasks complete, he prepared to enter the city.

WHOOSH! WHOOSH! WHOOSH!

Right at that moment, several silhouettes hurtled toward Mo Qianqian at blinding speeds. Every single one of them was a Void Spirit Realm expert.

Mo Qianqian’s expression changed, and he immediately dashed toward the safety of Black Dragon City.

"Stop right there!"

Just as Mo Qianqian closed in on the city and his pursuers were about to catch him, a commanding shout rang out. A figure soared out from within Black Dragon City. It was a mature, valiant woman clad in black armor and a matching helmet. She did not exude any overbearing aura, yet she possessed an inviolable majesty. The newcomer was none other than the commander of the Black Dragon Army—Black Dragon!

The six elders rushing toward Mo Qianqian grimaced and abruptly halted their advance.

"Mo Qianqian belongs to my Black Dragon City. Gentlemen, please return," Black Dragon stated indifferently. Though her voice was feminine, it carried unquestionable authority.

"Black Dragon!"

At that moment, another elderly voice called out. From the sky opposite the city gates, three more figures flew toward them. Leading them was an old man wearing a golden dragon robe embroidered with the character for ’Wu.’ The elder’s face was incredibly weathered, and he was nearly entirely bald. The two men flanking him were equally advanced in years.

"That’s the leader of the Imperial Alliance, Wu Zonghai! The Supreme Emperor of the Great Wu Empire and the Alliance Leader!" someone in the crowd exclaimed.

The Black Dragon Army soldiers and the onlookers atop the city walls and at the gates all adopted grave expressions. Wu Zonghai, the Supreme Emperor of the Great Wu Empire, was also Alliance Leader Wu—the absolute strongest expert presiding over the Imperial Alliance. Now, Wu Zonghai was here, bringing eight Void Spirit Realm experts with him! The Imperial Alliance was deploying its entire roster of Void Spirit Realm masters in full force!

"Alliance Leader Wu has arrived personally with eight Void Spirit Realm experts. Is the Imperial Alliance planning to declare war on our Black Dragon City?"

"He must be here for Mo Qianqian."

"Mo Qianqian has been in Black Dragon City for less than a month. Is the city really going to protect him?"

"Would our Black Dragon City actually hand Mo Qianqian over? Where would that leave our reputation?"

The crowd murmured in spirited discussion, everyone harboring their own distinct thoughts.

"Alliance Leader Wu, what is the meaning of bringing your forces to my Black Dragon City?" Black Dragon asked, her tone laced with displeasure.

WHOOSH! WHOOSH! WHOOSH!

At this time, five figures streaked out from within Black Dragon City. These five were none other than the five Great Generals of Black Dragon City, all of whom were Void Spirit Realm experts. Behind them soared hundreds of Black Dragon Army soldiers, while columns of marching troops surged forward on the ground below.

"Black Dragon, this Mo Qianqian killed members of my Imperial Alliance. Today, we are here to apprehend him," Wu Zonghai announced.

"That is simply because the members of your Imperial Alliance are incompetent enough to be killed by a junior," Black Dragon retorted coldly. "Black Dragon City will protect Mo Qianqian."

The expressions of everyone on the Imperial Alliance’s side soured instantly. This was especially true for the forces of the Great Zhou Dynasty. After all, the Void Spirit Realm expert who had just died belonged to them. When it came to dealing with Mo Qianqian, they were far more desperate than any of the other dynasties.

"Black Dragon, Mo Qianqian harbors a supreme treasure. Can you truly protect him?" Wu Zonghai asked solemnly.

"You are welcome to try and find out," Black Dragon challenged, completely devoid of fear and unyielding in her stance.

"It is not just our Imperial Alliance that wishes to make a move. Others in the Realm of Chaos share the same intention. Can your lone Black Dragon City withstand the combined might of everyone in the Realm of Chaos?" Wu Zonghai pressed.

WHOOSH! WHOOSH! WHOOSH!

Just then, dozens of figures darted in from all directions. There were a full forty or fifty people in total, each radiating a formidable aura. Among them were no fewer than eight Void Spirit Realm experts, including three Void Spirit Realm Fourth Level elders. The rest were all cultivators at the upper levels of the Tongyou Realm.

Mo Qianqian furrowed his brows, astounded by the sheer number of people. The Imperial Alliance, combined with these experts from the Realm of Chaos, boasted a total of seventeen Void Spirit Realm masters. From the unidentified factions alone, there were three Void Spirit Realm Fourth Level experts. On the side of the Black Dragon Army, apart from Black Dragon herself, there were only five Void Spirit Realm Generals. As for the local families and other Void Spirit Realm cultivators within Black Dragon City, it was highly uncertain whether they would lend a helping hand. In fact, driven by greed for the treasure, they might even stab him in the back.

"Black Dragon, we have no intention of offending Black Dragon City. We merely wish to see that peerless treasure," one of the Void Spirit Realm Fourth Level white-haired elders stated.

Another Void Spirit Realm Fourth Level elder turned to Mo Qianqian, threatening him outright. "Possessing a treasure is a crime in itself. Mo Qianqian, you are indeed an exceptional prodigy, but with your current strength, it is absolutely impossible for you to protect that treasure.

"Do you truly believe the Black Dragon Army is sheltering you simply because you are a citizen of Black Dragon City?

"According to our information, you only recently joined Black Cloud City. Their only reason for protecting you is to seize the treasure for themselves.

"Even if we leave today, you won’t be able to hold onto it. You might as well bring it out for auction."

At these words, some people’s eyes lit up with excitement, while others frowned. An auction—the elder had actually proposed an excellent idea! However, not everyone present possessed the necessary financial backing. Then again, in terms of martial strength, they were no match for the Imperial Alliance anyway.

Hearing the elder’s proposition, even Mo Qianqian was momentarily stunned, bewildered by the mere mention of an auction.