AN - Stone me
"This is the Gu family!"
Ye Shi looked at the Gu family mansion in front of him, a hint of contempt flashing in his eyes.
Immediately, he planned to break right in.
At that moment, a Gu family guard reached out to intercept him.
"Stop, this is the Gu family, and you are not allowed to trespass—"
Before the words were finished, the guard was sent flying horizontally, smashing into the door with a loud thud. He coughed up a large mouthful of blood, barely clinging to life.
The sudden change shocked the entire Gu family.
Meng Peng, leading many guards, arrived at the scene. Upon seeing the corpse on the ground and the shattered gate, his eyes turned slightly cold. He glanced at Ye Shi, then his gaze landed on the old man in brocade clothes.
"You broke into my Gu family without reason and even killed one of our guards. You must give an explanation!"
Meng Peng spoke in a cold voice, but he didn't act rashly. The Gu family's reputation was strong, and anyone daring to cause trouble here would likely have an extraordinary background.
Moreover, the old man in brocade clothes seemed ordinary.
There were two possibilities: either he was truly an ordinary man, or his cultivation was so profound it couldn't be measured. Meng Peng leaned toward the latter.
The young men and women accompanying him were both masters in the Blood Refining Realm, so how could their elder be any less formidable?
When Meng Peng finished speaking, the old man in brocade clothes remained silent. Ye Shi, however, arrogantly responded.
"This is Elder Xue Wang of the Qingyang Sect. I am a true disciple of the Qingyang Sect. Not only can I kill a mere guard from the Gu family, but even if I were to kill the entire Gu family, who would dare oppose me? Bring Gu Qingfeng out now, and if we're in a good mood, perhaps we will spare your lives."
Upon hearing these words, the faces of the Gu family guards and Meng Peng darkened.
Qingyang Sect!
That name was well-known in Guangyang Prefecture.
Even though Baishidao had many masters, they were nothing compared to Qingyang Sect.
Before Meng Peng could reply, a cold, aloof voice echoed.
"What arrogance! Let me see who dares speak so insolently in my Gu family!"
As the voice rang out, Gu Yang slowly walked towards them. His expression grew even colder when he saw the dead guard.
When Gu Yang appeared, Yin Lu, who had remained silent, let her eyes brighten slightly. His handsome face stirred something within her heart.
Ye Shi noticed and immediately grew jealous, his face twisting with rage.
"You, the young master of the Gu family, dare to disrespect my Qingyang Sect? You're courting death—"
Before he could finish, Ye Shi attacked. A powerful force shot towards Gu Yang with murderous intent. He aimed to kill.
But Gu Yang stood firm, showing no fear. His body and blood vibrated as he used the Gu family's perfected boxing techniques. His punch was like a landslide, filled with immense force and weight.
In less than a breath, they had exchanged more than a dozen blows.
Ye Shi's previous arrogance disappeared, replaced by shock.
He had thought killing the young master of the Gu family would be easy. But in reality, Gu Yang's strength was not just formidable—it was terrifying.
Ye Shi quickly found himself at a disadvantage.
Just as he thought of retreating, Gu Yang's fierce attack overwhelmed him. Gu Yang parted his arms and struck Ye Shi with a deadly palm blow.
"Elder Xue, save me—"
In panic, Ye Shi called out for help, abandoning all pride.
Xue Wang's eyes flashed coldly. His right hand shot out like lightning, five fingers clawing towards Gu Yang's head.
This attack made Gu Yang feel a great threat, forcing him into a defensive posture.
However—
Before Xue Wang's blow could land, his palm was halted mid-air. Gu Qingfeng had appeared beside Gu Yang, his hand gripping Xue Wang's wrist like an iron vice.
In the next moment, Gu Qingfeng released his grip, and Xue Wang staggered back several steps before coming to a stop.
"Father!"
Gu Yang lowered his head, feeling ashamed.
If Gu Qingfeng hadn't intervened, he would have died at Xue Wang's hands.
Gu Qingfeng waved his hand, his expression indifferent. "You can leave now. I'll handle this."
On the other side, Ye Shi and Song Lan's faces paled with fear.
Xue Wang was an elder of the Qingyang Sect, far stronger than anyone in the Blood Refining Realm. Yet the man before them had easily repelled him, demonstrating extraordinary power.
"Bone Refining Realm... I didn't expect the head of the Gu family to be a master of the Bone Refining Realm. No wonder you've unified Baishi Dao. No wonder you dare to ignore the Qingyang Sect!"
Xue Wang's expression darkened, his gaze turning icy.
"But if the Gu family believes that merely reaching the Bone Refining Realm allows them to ignore the Qingyang Sect, you are gravely mistaken!"
Hearing this, Gu Qingfeng smiled gently and bowed politely.
"I have never underestimated the Qingyang Sect. My actions were merely hasty. I have not yet asked for your name or your position in the Qingyang Sect. May I know what brings you here?"
Xue Wang's expression softened slightly at the politeness but quickly returned to a cold demeanor.
"Hmph, I am Xue Wang, an elder of the Qingyang Sect. I am here because the Qingyang Sect has a task for the Gu family. If you perform well, the Qingyang Sect will reward you. Fail, and the consequences will be beyond what your Gu family can bear."
He stood with hands behind his back, looking down on Gu Qingfeng.
Hearing this, Gu Yang's anger flared, but Gu Qingfeng's expression remained calm.
"Serving the Qingyang Sect is an honor for the Gu family. I have long admired your sect. But tell me, does the Qingyang Sect currently have any strong figures in the Marrow Cleansing Realm?"
"Hah, do you even understand the Marrow Cleansing Realm? Throughout Taishan County, few can even reach that level."
Xue Wang scoffed, his tone filled with derision.
"While our Qingyang Sect may not yet have a master in the Marrow Cleansing Realm, our Sect Master achieved Golden Bone Perfection years ago. Breaking through is only a matter of time."
"I see!"
Gu Qingfeng's smile faded. In the next instant, he appeared in front of Xue Wang, gripping his face with five fingers and smashing him into the ground.
"You're not even in the Marrow Cleansing Realm, and you dare to act tough?"