Chapter 994: The Annoying Fly

The resounding echoes spread throughout the immortal island's cave abode, and dark clouds obscured the rising sun!

Gu Qingcheng, with bloodshot eyes, stood atop the clouds, looking down. His hair whipped wildly in the wind, his face disheveled, devoid of the previous delicate beauty. His eyes were filled with ferocity, and an overwhelming aura enveloped the heavens and earth.

The ground beneath the cave abode began to crack, and the earth trembled incessantly. The wrath of a sage brought devastation to all living beings. Servants were in chaos, immortal beasts scattered in panic, as if the apocalypse had arrived...

Ripples appeared in the air.

Two graceful figures emerged, shouting sharply.

"Gu Qingcheng!"

Gu Qingcheng narrowed his eyes at the shout, and upon recognizing the newcomers, he snorted coldly.

"So, you have someone to back you up. No wonder you dare to treat me like this. Hmph! Bai Piaopiao, if you think having Su Jie's help can intimidate me, you're sorely mistaken!"

"Today, if you don't give me an explanation, my Gu family will not let this matter rest!"

Despite his disheveled appearance and tattered robes, Gu Qingcheng exuded an extraordinary ferocity, completely shedding his previous demeanor. His eyes were filled with malice, striking fear into anyone who met his gaze.

This ancient clan sage, who had suffered a great humiliation, was determined to reclaim his dignity!

However, his current state failed to stir any reaction in Bai Piaopiao and Su Jie. The two women exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with faint amusement.

In the past, they might have been somewhat intimidated by such a display of rage. But now, with Yi Feng's current level of cultivation, if a real fight broke out, Gu Qingcheng would be in for a tough time.

Seeing Gu Qingcheng's aura surge, seemingly unwilling to back down, Su Jie stepped forward, standing in mid-air, and spoke sternly.

"Gu Qingcheng, I advise you to leave now, or you will regret it."

Gu Qingcheng was momentarily stunned, then burst into arrogant laughter.

"Hahaha!"

"Su Jie! Don't overestimate yourself! I was humiliated by Bai Piaopiao first, trapped for seven days by the Great Desolate Seven Extremes Formation. If this matter escalates, even you alone cannot withstand the wrath of my Gu family!"

"Usually, I might give you some face, but today, in the face of my rage, if you still don't know your place, can you bear the consequences?"

"Hmm?!"

Gu Qingcheng's words were as arrogant as ever, even bordering on delusional. His speech was filled with his own grievances, never mentioning his past arrogance and harassment. His double standards were extreme, a far cry from the refined and gentle facade he once maintained.

At this moment, Gu Qingcheng had completely shed his pretense of grace.

Su Jie's eyes showed helplessness, knowing that she couldn't reason with this ancient clan young master.

She glanced at Bai Piaopiao and sent a mental message.

"You try to talk to him. It's best to end this matter here."

Bai Piaopiao understood and, for the sake of the bigger picture, spoke earnestly.

"Gu Qingcheng, this matter started because of me. If you're still upset, I'm willing to offer an apology another day. How about that?"

An apology from a sage was a significant concession. Bai Piaopiao's words gave Gu Qingcheng ample face.

However, Gu Qingcheng's eyes revealed a knowing smile, and he became even more domineering.

"Hmph! You wretched woman!"

"I treated you with such leniency, bestowing upon you the tenderness others could only dream of, and yet you side with a waste! Now you put on this act of goodwill, but it's only because you're afraid I'll kill that waste!"

"Now you're scared? It's too late!"

His words were sharp and venomous, a far cry from his former graceful demeanor.

Not only did Su Jie's eyes grow colder, but even Bai Piaopiao's expression turned serious. The two women exchanged a glance, abandoning any intention to persuade him further, their eyes filled with increasing mockery.

Seeing the two women fall silent, Gu Qingcheng's face grew even more arrogant, his confidence and dominance swelling.

"What?"

"Now that I've seen through your schemes, you dare not respond?! I attained enlightenment through chess, my strategies and schemes surpass all under heaven. How dare you try to deceive me with such petty tricks, how laughable!"

Bai Piaopiao inwardly sneered.

This ancient clan young master was truly narcissistic and arrogant, accustomed to bullying the weak, thinking that everyone in the world should pamper him and cater to his whims. He had no idea that there were always greater powers beyond his reach.

She wasn't afraid that something might happen to Yi Feng. Yi Feng had already withstood Su Jie's full-powered sword strike. Dealing with this defeated opponent of Su Jie's would be a piece of cake.

What she feared was that Yi Feng might accidentally kill this spoiled chess sage, escalating the matter and causing trouble for Yi Feng.

Why couldn't this guy understand basic reasoning...

Bai Piaopiao had now completely seen through Gu Qingcheng's irredeemable arrogance. Seeing that trouble was imminent, her eyes were filled with helplessness.

"He truly doesn't know what's good for him."

Su Jie also gave up on persuading him and sighed to Bai Piaopiao.

"Forget it."

"Since he's so confident and insists on challenging Yi Feng, let him go ahead. Sometimes, a little hardship isn't necessarily a bad thing. We've done all we can."

The two women's voices weren't loud, but Gu Qingcheng, being a sage, heard every word clearly.

Seeing their helpless expressions and their feigned concern, Gu Qingcheng was so angry that he laughed, as if he had heard the biggest joke.

"Heh..."

"Hahaha!"

"How amusing, truly amusing! I, Gu Qingcheng, have roamed the realms for thousands of years, encountering countless so-called prodigies. In terms of talent and cultivation, there are few I've ever taken seriously."

"A waste like him, and yet you hold him in such high regard, putting on this act as if he's some kind of master. This is too funny!"

"Yi Feng, is it? Fine, fine! Let's see who will come out worse!"

With his hair disheveled, Gu Qingcheng's eyes were filled with ferocity, his voice roaring across the heavens and earth.

"Yi Feng! Come out and face your death!!!"

The roar, infused with the power of the Dao, reverberated throughout the cave abode, causing the surrounding immortal beasts to tremble in fear!

In a courtyard below.

Yi Feng walked out, sporting two dark circles under his eyes. Last night, he had been lost in deep contemplation, tossing and turning until dawn, only managing to fall asleep briefly. Now, he was still somewhat dazed.

Although he had gained some cultivation, his long-standing lazy habits had become ingrained. Being suddenly disrupted, Yi Feng couldn't adjust, and being disturbed early in the morning only added to his frustration.

Dazedly stepping out of the small courtyard, his eyes still heavy with sleep, but more apparent was an indescribable sense of melancholy, as if life had lost all meaning. From a distance, he looked like a confused young man, devoid of any imposing aura.

His eyes were vacant, scanning his surroundings aimlessly.

It seemed someone was looking for him... Where were they? Never mind, it probably didn't matter anymore...

His face was one of utter despair, resembling a disheveled old man.

Looking down at the dazed and confused figure, with those lifeless eyes that seemed even more pitiful than before, Gu Qingcheng sneered, his disdain growing stronger.

"This is the kind of trash you think can make me suffer? You must be out of your minds, trying to scare me off with such nonsense. How utterly ridiculous!"

With that, the fury in Gu Qingcheng's eyes intensified, and he stood with his hands behind his back, exuding extreme arrogance.

"For the sake of such an ant, I've been reduced to this state. His worthless life will be the price to quell my rage. Consider it a great mercy on my part!"

As soon as he finished speaking.

Gu Qingcheng extended two fingers of his right hand, and a sacred sword materialized from the void, shooting forward with a burst of energy!

A casual wave of his hand summoned a sacred weapon, showcasing the profound heritage of the ancient clan. However, this casual attack didn't cause Bai Piaopiao or Su Jie any concern. They merely sighed in silent pity.

Gu Qingcheng was truly blinded by his arrogance, attacking so recklessly.

Under the two women's watchful eyes, the sacred sword shot forward like a meteor, emitting a terrifying hum. Though not as powerful as Su Jie's strike, it was still an impressive display of force!

Seeing the sword flying towards him, Yi Feng felt even more irritated. He had already withstood Su Jie's sword strike; why should he bother with some pretty boy? Instinctively, he waved his hand forward!

With a single swipe, a massive surge of energy erupted!

"Boom!!!"

The terrifying force took shape, like a fierce gale rushing towards the sky, resembling a tidal wave rolling across the heavens!

The overwhelming wave nearly blotted out the sky, and the sacred sword flying towards it was like a lone leaf entering the ocean!

In an instant, the sword was completely engulfed by the tidal wave, its light extinguished. The wave continued to surge forward without pause, swallowing even Gu Qingcheng in an instant!

"Argh!!!"

A piercing scream echoed through the cave abode!

Bai Piaopiao and Su Jie were stunned, standing frozen in mid-air, their clear eyes trembling with shock!

So powerful...

This casual move was terrifying to such an extent!