Upon receiving the Cult Leader's orders, the Seven-Finger Divine Lord immediately headed to the village where the slaughtered villagers were found.
After searching the surrounding area for clues, just like Ye Xuzhang, he also tracked the Blood Cloud Bandits to the mountain hollow where they were hiding.
The moment he arrived, the scene that unfolded before the Seven-Finger Divine Lord would be forever etched in his memory!
The world had lost its color.
Within a certain domain, everything was frozen in place.
"What kind of technique is this?"
"It can actually freeze time and space?"
The Seven-Finger Divine Lord's face changed dramatically as he exclaimed in shock.
Looking ahead, he saw a monochrome landscape, with only a single man clad in snow-white robes retaining his original colors.
Who was this man?
Because the man had his back to him, the Seven-Finger Divine Lord could not make out his features.
Even the man's silhouette appeared indistinct and hazy, fluctuating between real and illusory due to the mysterious technique.
The Seven-Finger Divine Lord circulated all his internal energy, attempting to see the man's figure clearly, but to no avail.
In the next instant, the black-and-white domain disappeared, and the man transformed into a streak of light, riding the wind and vanishing from the Seven-Finger Divine Lord's sight.
A shudder ran through his heart as he rushed into the hollow.
Before him lay over a hundred Blood Cloud Bandits, their bodies withered, hair turned white, and life drained away — completely dead.
"Who on earth is this man?"
"And what kind of technique is this?"
"Not only can it freeze time and space, but it also drains life force on such a massive scale?"
"I've never heard of or seen anything like this before!"
"This is simply unbelievable!"
This matter had to be reported to the Cult Leader immediately!
With that thought, the Seven-Finger Divine Lord activated his light-foot technique and swiftly left the area.
After dealing with the Blood Cloud Bandits, Ye Xuzhang returned to Cangxi City. He stopped at a tavern, drank some wine, and splashed a bit on his clothes before heading back to the Ye estate.
When he arrived home, Qi Yixuan noticed the scent of alcohol on him. She pouted slightly and said, "Husband, you're not a good drinker. You should drink less during social gatherings."
"Chun Mei, help my husband to his room to rest. I'll go make some sobering soup."
Back in his room, Ye Xuzhang lay down for a while before Qi Yixuan brought in the soup she had prepared.
After helping her husband drink it, she smiled faintly and returned to the southern courtyard.
Upon entering her quarters, Qi Yixuan's expression turned cold. "What are you doing here?"
"Cult Leader, I have urgent news to report."
The Seven-Finger Divine Lord then recounted everything he had witnessed.
After hearing this, Qi Yixuan fell into deep thought and murmured, "To drain the color from an entire domain — it seems this person is using a domain-based technique."
"But domain techniques are mostly auxiliary. I've never heard of one that can freeze time and space while draining life force."
"How strange. First, it was the sword expert who annihilated Zhao Tian Sect, and now another mysterious figure appears."
"What is it about this little Cangxi City that's attracting such attention?"
She turned to the Old Witch. "Have the Great Evil King and the others arrived yet?"
The Old Witch stepped forward respectfully and replied, "By all accounts, they should have arrived days ago. Perhaps something delayed them on the way."
Qi Yixuan nodded slightly. "These two mysterious figures have unclear motives. They may be targeting our Demon Cult."
"Once the others arrive, have the Great Evil King investigate who these people lurking around Cangxi really are."
"Understood."
At that moment, three strangers arrived outside Cangxi City.
The trio consisted of a six or seven-year-old boy, a stunningly beautiful woman, and a ruggedly handsome man.
The boy had fair, delicate skin, and his features looked as if they had been carved from jade. He appeared utterly adorable.
Yet, his aura was the strongest among the three.
Wherever he passed, the grass and trees showed slight signs of withering.
The woman had a graceful figure, enchanting curves, and a face of exquisite beauty. Her crimson lips and peach blossom-like eyes exuded an irresistibly seductive charm.
Such a woman would drive any man who saw her to madness.
The man, in contrast, was tall and muscular, with a rugged, imposing demeanor that exuded overwhelming intensity.
As night fell and the city gates closed, the three lit a bonfire in the woods outside the city, roasting wild game while chatting.
"Great Evil King, tone down your aura. If the Cult Leader catches you, she'll never let you off."
The Great Evil King snorted. "Mei Yu, you shouldn't talk. Once we enter the city, you better rein in your seductive aura."
"Don't think that just because you and the Cult Leader are both women, she won't punish you. The Great Luo Curse is no joke if her identity gets exposed."
Mei Yu sneered, rolling her eyes. "Hmph, mind your own business!"
"By the way, Blood Child, what role did the Cult Leader assign you to play?"
Blood Child replied calmly, "Her nephew."
Mei Yu burst into laughter. "Hahaha… The Cult Leader is really something. Having you, an old monster who's lived for over three hundred years, pretend to be her nephew!"
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