An Shan's face was filled with terror as Bai Li Changqing closed in. The power that Bai Li Changqing had unleashed earlier was terrifying—it had been strong enough to sever his arm. With only his right arm left, An Shan had no chance of fighting Bai Li Changqing. Moreover, he had no weapon to defend himself.
"Your domain power is indeed quite strong," Bai Li Changqing spoke as if talking to himself, completely ignoring An Shan's words.
This so-called Gravity Domain did indeed make his body feel unbearably heavy. However, with his [Amplification Domain] and the power of Jiemie's [Hell's Cross Formation], the enhancements to his strength and speed largely offset the negative effects of the Gravity Domain. It wasn't a perfect balance, but it was enough for him to handle a wounded An Shan.
He didn't even need to use his [Bloodthirsty Frenzy] skill.
Seeing Bai Li Changqing approaching step by step, An Shan's face turned pale. In an instant, he abandoned all thoughts of fighting and turned to flee.
He could clearly sense that if he stayed here any longer, he would surely be killed by Bai Li Changqing.
Bai Li Changqing watched the fleeing An Shan with a cold smile. His figure blurred as he dashed forward.
As soon as Bai Li Changqing exited the range of the Gravity Domain, his body felt much lighter. He sped up even more, quickly catching up to the fleeing An Shan.
Feeling the pursuit closing in, An Shan waved his right hand, sending out a massive surge of energy. The energy condensed into a gigantic ice dragon that roared as it charged toward Bai Li Changqing.
"Hmph!"
With a cold snort, Bai Li Changqing swung his sword, cleaving the ice dragon in two. The icy energy dissipated instantly.
But by this time, An Shan had already flown quite a distance away.
"You won't escape."
Bai Li Changqing raised his Jiemie sword, aiming at the retreating figure.
[Nether Flame Soul Slash]!
With a powerful swing, a terrifying white flame shot out from his sword, hurtling toward An Shan at incredible speed.
Just as An Shan thought he might escape, a chilling sense of danger washed over him. He turned his head in horror, only to see the massive flame barreling toward him.
Boom—
The fire engulfed him in an instant, his body turning into a burning fireball as he plummeted to the ground.
In mere moments, his charred body hit the ground with a heavy thud, scorched and blackened.
But he wasn't dead yet.
"Damn it..."
An Shan struggled to rise, his injuries severe, but his status as a Martial Saint kept him from dying immediately.
Bai Li Changqing's strength had grown beyond anything An Shan had expected. His power had clearly reached the level of a Martial Saint.
"You just wait... I will kill you..."
As he spoke through gritted teeth, ready to flee once more, a figure suddenly appeared before him.
"You..."
An Shan's eyes widened in disbelief as he looked up at Bai Li Changqing, who had appeared in front of him.
"Goodbye, Elder An."
Bai Li Changqing's voice was cold as he swung his sword down.
This time, An Shan had no chance to evade. His body was cleanly sliced in half by Jiemie.
A fountain of blood sprayed into the air.
[Killed a Martial Saint-level opponent, gained 100,000,000 evolution points]
[Absorbed Martial Saint-level blood essence, gained 1000 energy points]
[Absorbed Martial Saint-level blood essence, gained 1000 energy points]
...
"One hundred million evolution points!"
Ye Fan, observing from within the sword, couldn't contain his excitement.
With this 100 million points, just another 100 million or so would allow him to evolve once again! Soon, he would reach the pinnacle of becoming an SSS-rank weapon!
Bai Li Changqing closed his eyes, feeling the surge of energy coursing through Jiemie. The sword absorbed the power of those it killed, passing much of that energy to its wielder.
He could feel the immense energy filling his body—it was exhilarating.
"Ahh..."
After a moment, Bai Li Changqing exhaled deeply and opened his eyes. He glanced at An Shan's corpse, took his storage ring, and left the scene without hesitation.
...
Ten days later.
The grand wedding between the Dragonmoon Princess and the prince of the Ice Dragon Empire had finally begun.
The Dragonmoon Princess had already been escorted out of the Dragon Empire and was on her way to the Ice Dragon Empire.
All of Dragon Empire was in celebration, believing that this marriage would bring lasting peace.
But then, disaster struck.
As the Dragonmoon Princess crossed into the ceasefire zone between the Dragon Empire and the Ice Dragon Empire, a large force suddenly appeared—soldiers of the Ice Dragon Empire!
"Wasn't there supposed to be a ceasefire!?"
The Dragon Empire soldiers guarding the city were caught completely off guard as the forces of the Ice Dragon Empire stormed forward, slaughtering them by the dozens.
...
"Report!"
"Xingtian City in the northwest has fallen!"
"Zhaomeng City has also been conquered!"
...
One by one, urgent reports reached the court of Dragon Empire, and the officials' faces turned pale.
"That damned Ice Dragon Empire!!!"
Dragon Empire's Emperor, Ye Longcang, roared in fury. He slammed his hand down on his throne, standing up with his entire body trembling in rage.
He had never imagined that the Ice Dragon Empire would be so shameless. Using the marriage to lower the Dragon Empire's guard, they had launched a surprise attack!
"Grandmaster!"
"At this rate, how long until they reach Dragon City?"
Ye Longcang turned to an elderly man standing nearby.
The old man trembled, biting his lip as he spoke, "They'll be at our gates within three days..."
His words sent a wave of dread through the hall, and the ministers' faces paled even more.
Three days.
In just three days, the Ice Dragon Empire's forces would lay siege to Dragon City!?
"Damn it! Damn it!!!"
Ye Longcang raged, but there was nothing he could do. After a few moments of venting his fury, he sank back into his throne, looking defeated.
It seemed as though everything was falling apart.
...
Meanwhile, Bai Li Changqing was seated in a tavern in a small town, casually enjoying a light meal.
Suddenly, a loud commotion erupted outside, drawing his attention.