by Translator: Pokka; Author: 我本纯洁 (I Am Pure); Licensed From: Migu
Ouyang Chuanqi opened his mouth, but he eventually shook his head with a bitter smile, deciding not to say anything.
Inwardly, he thought, I was planning to look for Zhan Wushuang after a while, but it looks like I have to bring that forward.
After leaving Ouyang Chuanqi's villa, Xiang Shaoyun headed straight to Feng Xiaosha's villa. As the core disciples all resided in the same area, it wasn't hard for him to locate Feng Xiaosha's place.
However, Feng Xiaosha was an elder's personal disciple. Thus, Xiang Shaoyun was uncertain if he would be home. However, he couldn't hesitate much as he was here to settle his grudge with Feng Xiaosha. The two were hostile toward each other, and Feng Xiaosha had even tried killing him several times in the dark but had failed each attempt.
For the past three years, he had been busy cultivating. He also had two spies by Feng Xiaosha's side. Since the other party hadn't done anything too overboard, he wasn't bothered to deal with him. But now, Feng Xiaosha's subordinates had been provoking the Overlord Legion repeatedly. It was time to teach him a lesson.
Feng Xiaosha was a top-30 expert on the Dragon Phoenix List and was much stronger than Di Lin. He had excellent speed and had long reached the level of comprehending footwork intent. His nickname was Squall, the reason the faction he founded was named Squall.
Coupled with the rumors that Feng Xiaosha had a close relationship with Elder Feng Huosuo, many disciples decided to show him some respect, and they would not lightly choose to offend him. Currently, there were about 100 disciples gathered at Feng Xiaosha's villa. They seemed to be in the midst of a discussion.
Seated atop the main seat, Feng Xiaosha was flanked by Mu Qingyu and Wang Xin. The two were his left- and right-hand men. Like him, they were already Dragon Ascension Realm experts before entering the academy.
Over the three years, they had reached the fourth stage, and they were not far away from the fifth stage. As for Feng Xiaosha, he had recently exited seclusion. He was now a sixth-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivator possessing remarkable strength.
Chapter 762: Here to Create Trouble
Feng Xiaosha was listening to the reports of recent updates from his subordinates when he suddenly heard some disturbance outside. Soon, someone ran inside and said, "Reporting to the chief, Xiang Shaoyun from the Overlord Legion is here."
"So wha—What?! You're saying that bastard, Xiang Shaoyun, is here?" Feng Xiaosha exclaimed, jumping to his feet after he had instinctively spoken nonchalantly.
"Yes. He is requesting to see you, chief," his subordinate replied.
"Good. What a courageous fellow. Let me see if there is anything special about the renowned Xiang Shaoyun. He actually dares to come here?" Feng Xiaosha said with his eyes narrowed. "Everyone, heed my command. If Xiang Shaoyun dares to take even a single step into the villa, beat him up. Show no mercy."
Everyone replied together, "Yes, chief."
They then left the hall. Apart from Mu Qing and Wang Xin, there were two fourth-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivators and about a dozen third-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivators among them. These were the elites of the Squall.
Following behind them was Feng Xiaosha. He even had someone carry a chair out. Sitting on the chair, he looked like he was waiting for a good show to unfold.
Xiang Shaoyun, it doesn't matter how strong you are. If you dare to step inside my villa, I will ensure you leave on stretchers, thought Feng Xiaosha with a sneer.
At this time, Xiang Shaoyun was right outside Feng Xiaosha's villa. Looking at the disciples blocking the entrance, he smiled. "Is this how the Squall welcomes your guests? Wow, you guys are quite an enthusiastic bunch, aren't you?"
It was quite a surprise to Xiang Shaoyun that he would stumble upon their meeting the first time he was here. This was really lucky!
"Xiang Shaoyun, to see our chief, you need to get through us. Otherwise, feel free to scram," shouted a third-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivator while pointing at Xiang Shaoyun.
Everyone in the academy knew Xiang Shaoyun was strong. He was now ranked 15th on the Dragon Phoenix List. Nobody would dare lightly offend someone like that. But because the Squall currently had numerical superiority, they showed him no fear.
"So you mean I can't see Feng Xiaosha if I don't beat all of you up?" asked Xiang Shaoyun with a sneer.
"Audacious! You dare call our chief by his name?" berated the third-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivator.
"Oh, you definitely haven't seen the extent of my bravery," said Xiang Shaoyun with contempt. He abruptly turned into a gust of wind and charged forward.
Before the third-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivator could even react, he felt a burst of wind against his face.
Pa!
"AHHH!"
A crisp sound rang out, followed by a wail.
The Squall members were shocked. Looking at the third-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivator, who was also a captain, they found that he had collapsed on the ground with his hands clutching his face. He cut a miserable figure. As for Xiang Shaoyun, he was back where he was standing, as if he had not moved at all.
"Y-You bastard! Everyone, go! Beat him up!" shouted the infuriated third-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivator when he saw the sneer on Xiang Shaoyun's face.
At his command, the others attacked. These were second-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivators. When they attacked together, they were indeed quite imposing. As for the third-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivator, he held nothing back and attacked as well. Multiple powerful beams shot toward Xiang Shaoyun.
There were fist attacks, palm attacks, kicking attacks, and so on. Each attack was launched with nothing held back. It was clear these Squall members truly thought little of Xiang Shaoyun.
Narrowing his eyes, Xiang Shaoyun attacked as well.
Havoc Dance: Finger!
He sent several finger beams out, each of them aiming at an opening. The finger beams arrived at the openings before the attacks reached him. All his opponents' attacks were thus disrupted, and painful wails rang out. One should never look down on these finger beams. The vicious energy used to power them was astonishingly destructive.
"Ahhhh!"
After a series of wails, they hastily retreated. Xiang Shaoyun took the chance to press forth and entered the villa. It might seem like Xiang Shaoyun was striding forward slowly, but for some reason, the Squall members couldn't get a good look at him before he was already inside.
Xiang Shaoyun was discovered the moment he entered. The people inside surrounded him without any hesitation. There were about 100, each a prodigy in his own right. They were confident Xiang Shaoyun wouldn't be able to escape with them attacking together even if he had a pair of wings.
Regardless, they were still in a core disciple's villa. They would most certainly not attack with zero inhibitions. Seated right at the middle of the courtyard, Feng Xiaosha questioned, "Xiang Shaoyun, what is the meaning of this?"
"What is the meaning of this? I'm here to create trouble," said Xiang Shaoyun earnestly after flashing them a wicked smile.
"Who do you think you are? You dare challenge the Squall?" berated a fourth-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivator, his finger pointing at Xiang Shaoyun. He had an odd name, Linggu Gele, and he was on the Jiao Luan List.
"I'm nobody. Also, you're so ugly I wouldn't even want you as my son," said Xiang Shaoyun with contempt while lazily digging into his ear.
"Bastard!" Linggu Gele shouted before charging forth with a saber in hand.
"Gele, there is no point fighting him alone. There are so many of us. What can he do? Everyone, go. Cripple him!" commanded Feng Xiaosha.
With that command, the people in the villa started attacking Xiang Shaoyun. The few people nearest to Xiang Shaoyun did the same. While attacking, they took great effort to control the range of their attacks so as to not harm their own people or damage the villa.
Facing the incoming attacks, Xiang Shaoyun howled with laughter, "Today
, I will wipe the floor with all of you! You shall learn that 'overlord' is not just a title!"
Instead of withdrawing, he stepped forth and rushed right into the incoming attackers. Attacking with both hands, he sent them into the ground before their attacks could even touch him.
The first person had all his teeth broken, the second person had his abdomen kicked, the third person had his testicles kicked...
Not only was Xiang Shaoyun fast, but he was also akin to a prophet capable of seeing the future. No matter how his opponents attacked, he seemed capable of reacting in advance and aiming his attacks at their weak points. It was truly inconceivable.
This was the true stage for Xiang Shaoyun's self-created Havoc Dance. It worked brilliantly in group battles.
Chapter 763: One Against One Hundred
Xiang Shaoyun's lone intrusion into Feng Xiaosha's villa had attracted the attention of the nearby core disciples as well. The disciples residing in the area started soaring to the sky to observe the situation within Feng Xiaosha's villa. When they saw Xiang Shaoyun fighting the Squall members all by himself, they gasped in alarm.
"Is this Xiang Shaoyun a lunatic? He actually dares to charge into Feng Xiaosha's lair alone against so many enemies? How brazen!"
"He's definitely courting death. Even if he is strong, numbers are not easily overcome."
"Are the Overlord Legion members all completely useless? Don't they know to accompany their overlord?"
"If Xiang Shaoyun can leave safely today, he will truly earn my respect."
...
In Feng Xiaosha's villa, the Squall members attacked one after another, each of them launching heavy attacks, determined to defeat Xiang Shaoyun.
These disciples had remarkable combat strength, and each was capable of fighting those that were two stages higher in cultivation. They also had a considerable amount of trump cards. Not even a peak Emperor would be able to gain an advantage over them here.
Unfortunately for them, they were facing Xiang Shaoyun, who was even scarier than peak Emperors. Not only was Xiang Shaoyun incredibly fast, but his reaction speed was also unrivaled. Although he had a lot of opponents, he could see each of their moves clearly. Using feints, force redistributions, punches, and kicks, he wiped the floor with these disciples.
"Ahhhh!"
The Squall members were sent flying one after another. Blood sprayed everywhere, the scene of their battle brutal. Xiang Shaoyun had fought them in close range, and he had also restrained himself. Even so, each punch and kick was still heavy enough to surpass his opponents' tolerance.
In a few breaths of time, more than 10 were sent flying away. The 10-plus people sent flying crashed into their companions and created the domino effect, giving Xiang Shaoyun the opportunity to wipe the floor with even more of them.
Due to the sheer number of people he was facing, it wasn't quite possible for Xiang Shaoyun to take all of them down. No matter how fast he was, it was only a matter of time before he made a blunder.
Suddenly, someone appeared from an unexpected angle, stabbing a shiny dagger at Xiang Shaoyun's back.
Xiang Shaoyun had just sent two people to the ground and evaded the attacks of three other people. Thus, the sneak attack caught him by a complete surprise. The attack struck him, causing him to hiss in pain.
Fortunately, his flesh was extremely tough, his muscles stopping the dagger from penetrating too deeply. He could sense a numb sensation on his wound. Evidently, the dagger was covered in poison.
It completely infuriated Xiang Shaoyun. He lunged forward, grabbed at an incoming disciple, and slammed them onto the ground. He then quickly sidestepped to avoid the dagger wielder's follow-up stab and made his counterattack.
"Coward!" With a roar, Xiang Shaoyun clawed at him. His arm shot over like a bolt of lightning, and as he grabbed the dagger wielder's wrist, he twisted his hand.
Crack!
"AHHH!"
The dagger wielder's wrist snapped, causing him to wail miserably. Xiang Shaoyun did not stop at that. He gave the dagger wielder's abdomen a heavy kick, sending his opponent flying away. The dagger wielder crashed into a few incoming attacks, knocking his companions off their feet.
Xiang Shaoyun quickly used the power of lightning to cleanse his body of poison. He was forced to temporarily be on the defensive, and he focused on dodging to ensure his safety. In the eyes of others, this action was proof that he was barely hanging on.
"He can't last any longer. Let's finish him!" someone shouted.
The shout seemed to drive the Squall members crazy as they attacked madly. Relying on the Overlord's Nine Nether Steps and his reaction speed, Xiang Shaoyun evaded all the attacks. He was even able to lure the Squall members into attacking their own companions instead, causing complete chaos in their midst.
After a while, Xiang Shaoyun finally cleared the poison from his back. There was no longer anything holding him back.
"Alright, I'm not playing anymore," said Xiang Shaoyun coldly as he finally increased the might of his attacks.
Lightning Bolt Fist!
Using his innate lightning and the profundity of lightning, he powered his fists, sending numerous destructive lightning punches everywhere.
The Lightning Bolt Fist was only a peak king-grade technique. It was no longer useful for someone of Xiang Shaoyun's cultivation level. However, with the inclusion of the profundity of lightning, the technique actually reached the level of emperor-grade techniques.
Heavy and overbearing punches shot everywhere, sending the disciples flying. A series of rumbles rang out from within the villa, accompanied by the Squall members' painful groans. They were incapable of withstanding Xiang Shaoyun's punches.
"Qingyu, Wang Xin, you guys go as well. If we allow Xiang Shaoyun to continue rampaging like this, the Squall will lose all its prestige," said Feng Xiaosha with an unsightly expression.
At his command, the people around him joined the chaotic battle as well. Suddenly, a change occurred as Mu Qingyu and Wang Xin changed sides and attacked the two fourth-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivators beside them.
The betrayal had happened too abruptly. The two fourth-stage Dragon Ascension Realm cultivators weren't even able to react before they were smashed to the ground. Mu Qingyu and Wang Xin did not stop at that as they pressed on to attack the other Squall members as well.
"Mu Qingyu, Wang Xin, have you gone crazy? I told you to attack Xiang Shaoyun! Why are you attacking our own?" Feng Xiaosha roared furiously.
Mu Qingyu and Wang Xin had been following him since before they had joined the Dragon Phoenix Academy. They were absolutely loyal, hence why they were his left and right arms. He was having a hard time believing their betrayal.
Alas, the truth was right before his eyes. No matter how he roared, he couldn't change the fact.
The sudden betrayal further dropped their morale, allowing Xiang Shaoyun to continue beating the Squall members. In the span of a few breaths, over 100 people were left sprawled across the ground, groaning in pain. Feng Xiaosha stared blankly at all that was happening, his entire body shaking.
"Xiang Shaoyun, I will never spare you!" Feng Xiaosha howled with an ashen face. He had finally decided to personally attack.
But instead of attacking Xiang Shaoyun, he targeted Mu Qingyu and Wang Xin. For him, these traitors were even more unforgivable.
"I am your opponent," said Xiang Shaoyun as he flashed forth like a phantom.
Chapter 764: Xiang Shaoyun, You're Shameless
Xiang Shaoyun was no slower than Feng Xiaosha. Before Feng Xiaosha could reach Mu Qingyu and Wang Xin, Xiang Shaoyun appeared before him. The two launched their attacks at the same time. Instantly, they exchanged over 100 moves, creating explosions all around them.
Feng Xiaosha’s combat prowess was comparable to a peak Emperor's. However, he was unable to gain any advantage against Xiang Shaoyun. The discovery greatly alarmed him, but he could not end it in this manner since the fight had already started. O
therwise, he wouldn't be able to stand tall in the academy.
Feng Xiaosha was thoroughly infuriated. "Xiang Shaoyun, today, one of us will die!"
Naturally, Xiang Shaoyun showed no fear. After all, he was here today to create trouble.
"You will be the one to die," replied Xiang Shaoyun unyieldingly.
As the fight intensified, the enforcers finally arrived.
The captain roared, "Stop right now, or don't blame us for not showing any mercy!"
After one final exchange, Xiang Shaoyun and Feng Xiaosha separated from each other. Even so, their faces were still filled with displeasure. It was obvious both were still furious.
"What are you doing? Don't you know that you can't create trouble within the core disciples' residential district?" questioned the captain.
Feng Xiaosha landed on the ground and said loudly, "Lord enforcer, you're just in time! Xiang Shaoyun is too overbearing! He came to my villa and started beating up my brothers! Lord, please uphold justice!"
Feng Xiaosha’s anger was apparent from his tone.
The captain replied with displeasure, "Are you teaching me how to do my job?"
Only then did Feng Xiaosha realize his mistake. He quickly replied with a much milder tone, "This disciple dares not!"
"Hmph!" the captain snorted coldly. He looked at Xiang Shaoyun, and a smile bloomed on his face, "Overseer Xiang, what matter brings you here, I wonder?"
The attitude the captain showed the two was completely different. Feng Xiaosha started having a bad premonition.
"Lord enforcer, you're just in time! I was passing by today when they suddenly stopped me. And then they started beating me up! Look at this wound on my back! I was forced to defend myself!" said Xiang Shaoyun with a sullen tone. "I was merely appointed an overseer by the principal, but that actually caused them to view me with hostility. They claimed I was weak, not worthy of being an overseer. They also claimed that this person, Feng Xiaosha, should be the overseer instead. I agree with them, honestly. But the position of an overseer is not something I can give away casually! So I tried to reason with him, but he actually commanded his subordinates to surround and attack me! If it weren't for these two chivalric brothers helping me, I would have been killed by now! Lord enforcer, please uphold justice!"