The Qin family lay in ruins.
Outside, chaos reigned.
Yet, within the Gu family, a calmness prevailed.
In the wake of the Qin family's destruction, various factions, fearing Gu Qingfeng's ruthless reputation, hurried to pay their respects.
However, Gu Qingfeng had no intention of slaughtering these visitors.
After all, wiping out every faction in the Baishidao underworld wouldn't serve his interests.
As night fell, Meng Peng rushed in.
"Master, we have news. The Tianyun Sect is attempting to unite the major forces against the Gu family."
"Tianyun Sect—"
Gu Qingfeng's gaze hardened.
"I haven't bothered them yet, but it seems they're seeking their own demise. If they want to challenge me, I'll oblige."
"What's the plan, Patriarch?"
"With the Qin family already destroyed, eliminating the Tianyun Sect is trivial. We'll quash any dissent, and the rest will surrender."
His cold demeanor signaled his determination; he had already condemned the Tianyun Sect to destruction.
Initially, Gu Qingfeng had considered taking action against them, but with the Qin family's downfall fresh, he had other matters to attend to.
Moreover, he had hoped the Tianyun Sect might yield to the Gu family. Their considerable strength, especially with a peak Blood Refining Realm warrior among them, could bolster the Gu family's power.
But now, time was of the essence. The Tianyun Sect was courting disaster.
Gu Qingfeng looked at Meng Peng and asked calmly, "What's the situation at the Tianyun Sect?"
"Yun Tianxing is uniting factions and planning a demon-slaying conference in three days to target the Gu family."
"In three days—"
Gu Qingfeng nodded slightly and sent Meng Peng away.
Soon after Meng Peng left, a gentle breeze wafted through, and Gu Qingfeng looked up to see Xu Yulan entering.
He stood to greet her.
"It's late, Madam. Why aren't you resting?"
As he spoke, he noted her visibly rounded belly, softening his expression.
With his heightened senses, he could feel the faint life within.
Xu Yulan gently stroked her belly and whispered, "I heard that you wiped out the Qin family?"
"They forced my hand. I can't allow any threats to the Gu family to remain."
Gu Qingfeng's tone turned cold, but he quickly regained his composure.
Xu Yulan shook her head slightly. "The Qin family was powerful, well-respected in the martial arts world. Destroying them will surely bring trouble."
"Trouble—"
Gu Qingfeng smiled confidently, a formidable aura radiating from him.
"The martial arts world respects strength. The weak fear trouble, but the strong do not. Today, I dismantled the Qin family. If anyone dares to oppose me, they'll face the same fate."
Xu Yulan, captivated by his words and resolute demeanor, found herself entranced.
She had initially married Gu Qingfeng out of gratitude, but as she spent time with him, she discovered countless admirable qualities—qualities that drew her in deeper, especially in moments like this.
Suddenly, Gu Qingfeng's intense aura softened, and his voice became gentle.
"You don't need to worry about these matters. I'll handle the Gu family's challenges. Just focus on resting and caring for our child."
"Um..."
Three days later, the Tianyun Sect hosted a grand banquet, inviting various powerful factions to attend.
When Yun Tianxing arrived, many stood to greet him.
"Greetings, Sect Master Yun!"
"Master Yun has arrived!"
Yun Tianxing nodded graciously, a smile lighting his face.
As he surveyed the assembled strongmen, a sense of pride surged within him.
Today, they would take down the Gu family.
The grandeur of the occasion marked the dawn of a new era for the Tianyun Sect.
"I'm delighted to see you all here, and I appreciate you giving my Tianyun Sect this honor!"
Yun Tianxing spoke slowly, gradually silencing the chatter.
His demeanor shifted, becoming serious as he raised his voice.
"First, the Chu family and the Tiegu Gang were destroyed without cause, and now the Qin family has fallen. Gu Qingfeng's actions have strayed into the realm of evil. Such behavior cannot be tolerated by us in the martial arts community.
If the Qin family was destroyed today, tomorrow it could be the Tianyun Sect—or any of you present here.
Therefore, we must put an end to the Gu family's tyranny. Today, I have summoned you all to strategize on how to confront Gu Qingfeng—"
"Gu Qingfeng is merciless; he deserves to die!"
"Yes, such cruelty can only come from a devil!"
"Before the Gu family arrived, Baishidao was peaceful. If they can destroy the Qin family today, they will surely target us next. We must not allow the Gu family to exist!"
"Destroy the Gu family!"
"Destroy the Gu family!"
The crowd erupted in fervor.
Yun Tianxing watched with satisfaction as their emotions ignited.
With their resolve stirred, taking down the Gu family would be much easier.
At that moment, a commotion erupted outside the Tianyun Sect's gates, followed by a shadow hurtling through the air, crashing down onto a table with a resounding thud, shocking everyone.
"Who dares to disturb my Tianyun Sect!"
Furious, Yun Tianxing turned, but his expression shifted when he recognized the figure.
"Gu Qingfeng—"
Although he had never met Gu Qingfeng, he had seen enough portraits to know him well.
The others' faces mirrored his shock; none expected the head of the Gu family to arrive unannounced while they plotted against him.
Gu Qingfeng stood with his hands behind his back, his indifferent gaze sweeping across the crowd before settling on Yun Tianxing.
"Why go to such lengths to deal with me? I'm here now. Anyone who wishes to confront me can come forward. I will fight to the end!"
His words sent a ripple of apprehension through the assembly.
Suddenly, someone shouted, "Gu Qingfeng, don't be arrogant! I'll take you on!"
With that, an old man sprang from the crowd, moving with the swiftness of a monkey, launching an attack toward Gu Qingfeng.
Unfazed, Gu Qingfeng responded with a sudden punch, colliding with the old man's palm. The force shattered bones, and a horrifying scream escaped the old man's lips as pain coursed through him.
In the next instant, Gu Qingfeng snapped his fingers, and a gust of wind erupted, causing the old man's head to explode in an instant, silencing his screams forever.
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