A tremor ran through the entire Liu family mansion, as if an earthquake had struck.
"Is someone fighting?"
Without hesitation, Wu Tao opened the door and rushed toward the location of the disturbance.
In front of the Liu family mansion, two groups of people were confronting each other.
The group by the mansion were the experts of the Liu family.
On the other side stood a group of men in gray.
Leading them were a portly middle-aged man and a powerfully built man clad in black.
...
On the Liu family's side, one person lay on the ground, spitting blood. It was clear he had been gravely injured and was unable to get up.
"Heh heh, Liu Dasheng, it seems you haven't learned your lesson. If you don't hand over that Ten Thousand Year Violet Copper Essence Stone today, we'll be back every day."
"And every day we'll injure one of your Liu family experts. Let's see how long you can last."
The portly middle-aged man said with a sinister smile.
Liu Dasheng, the head of the Liu family, was pale and bloodless, appearing to be heavily injured.
He ordered a servant to help the injured Liu family expert to his feet and said coldly, "The Ten Thousand Year Violet Copper Essence Stone was passed down by my Liu family ancestors. It has nothing to do with your Sun family, so why should I give it to you?"
He paused, then the head of the Liu family spoke again, "Sun Da Niu, you dare to cause trouble openly within the city? Aren't you afraid of punishment from the City Lord?"
The portly middle-aged man sneered and scoffed, retorting, "My Sun family established ourselves in Lin City long before your Liu family. You're an outsider, what right do you have to gain the City Lord's support?"
"Hand over the Ten Thousand Year Violet Copper Essence Stone quickly, or your entire clan will be exterminated one day."
...
The portly middle-aged man continued, "Moreover, now we have the assistance of an elite inner disciple from the Demonic Heavenly Gate."
"Fellow Daoist Dongfang Xiangshan, please teach him a lesson he won't forget, so he doesn't stir up trouble again after his wounds heal."
Dongfang Xiangshan was a burly man like a colossal iron tower, his muscles bulging. The aura of a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator radiated from him, giving the impression that he wasn't a man but a mammoth, possessing immense power.
Dongfang Xiangshan let out a wild laugh, his eyes sweeping unscrupulously over the Liu family members.
Then, a cold smile appeared on Dongfang Xiangshan's face.
Dongfang Xiangshan spoke, "Head of the Liu family, how are you feeling after taking my palm strike half a month ago? I'm afraid your internal injuries haven't fully recovered yet!"
Having said that, Dongfang Xiangshan strode step by step towards the Liu family members.
"Bang!" "Bang!"
The ground began to shake, and the sound of massive footsteps striking the earth reached everyone's ears.
Beneath his towering physique, the Liu family members felt an unprecedented pressure.
Dongfang Xiangshan's immense height and exaggerated strength were terrifying. His eyes, as large as bronze bells, brimmed with killing intent.
Then, Dongfang Xiangshan moved. He didn't use any spells or artifacts, only channeling his spiritual energy and raising his right hand to deliver a massive palm strike.
"Elephant Stomp Breaks the Void!"
Dongfang Xiangshan cultivated the Giant Elephant Demon Transformation Art, tempering his body to be as formidable as an ancient colossal elephant. Even attacks from mid-grade or high-grade artifacts could barely breach his defense. His body was too terrifying, containing power that ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivators could not match. Compared to other demonic cultivators, Dongfang Xiangshan didn't practice any insidious techniques; instead, he poured all his combat prowess into his physique. His strength was so great that even a real elephant would struggle to match him.
Dongfang Xiangshan swung his enormous, fan-sized hand, as if wielding the power of the earth. This palm strike could indeed shatter mountains and forests.
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Liu Dasheng, the head of the Liu family, wielding the top-tier defensive artifact, the Eight Treasures Exquisite Pagoda, barely managed to block the attack. However, his injuries worsened, and he spat out another mouthful of blood.
"Hmph, a futile struggle. A weakling with a weak artifact. I'll tear you apart."
Seeing this, Dongfang Xiangshan clenched his fist and punched Liu Dasheng again.
...
*Chisss!*
A burst of sword energy flashed, stopping Dongfang Xiangshan.
"Who is it?"
Dongfang Xiangshan's expression turned grim.
Wu Tao strode forward, speaking in a cold tone, "You're disturbing me. Hurry up and leave."
Sun Da Niu thought it was some expert, but upon seeing a young man barely in his twenties emerge, he burst into laughter. "Liu Dasheng, you're really getting old. Don't tell me this brat is an expert you hired? Do you really think he can stop an elite disciple of the Demonic Heavenly Gate?"
On the other side!
Dongfang Xiangshan glared with his bull-like eyes and said menacingly, "Kid, no matter who you are, you'll die today for daring to obstruct me."
Liu Zhi'ai, standing nearby, saw Wu Tao appear. Her face first lit up with joy, then a look of worry flickered. She asked Wu Tao in a low voice, "Benefactor, why have you come out?"
Wu Tao didn't answer directly but retorted, "Who are they?"
Liu Zhi'ai sighed, a hint of sorrow crossing her delicate face. Then she gritted her teeth and said, "That detestable fatty is the head of the Sun family in Lin City. He's always coveted my Liu family's territory in Lin City."
"Before, because our families were of similar strength, he didn't dare to provoke us. Recently, he hired this elite inner disciple of the Demonic Heavenly Gate, significantly increasing his power. A month ago, he injured my father."
"I went to collect the Myriad Herbs for Divine Vitality Grass precisely to treat my father's internal injuries."
"Oh!"
Wu Tao nodded upon hearing this and remained silent.
Liu Dasheng, the head of the Liu family, wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, his face pale. He asked, "Zhi'ai, is this young brother the benefactor who saved you?"
"Yes, Father."
"Since he is our savior, then take him to rest." Liu Dasheng did not want to involve Wu Tao further.
Liu Zhi'ai's expression was complex. She hesitated for a moment, then ultimately did not speak.
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"Want to leave? It's not that easy. Die!"
Dongfang Giant Elephant's expression turned ferocious. He struck towards Wu Tao with his palm. The immense black palm energy tore through the air, emitting a shrill, heart-pounding sound. It was truly terrifying.
*Clang!*
A broken ancient sword was unsheathed. Wu Tao swung his sword.
...
Sharp sword energy sliced through the air!
With a *chisss*, it cut through the black palm energy. A chilling light instantly erupted and slashed towards Dongfang Giant Elephant's neck.
"Not good, this sword energy is powerful!"
Dongfang Giant Elephant's face changed. Spiritual energy surged throughout his body, and a protective light flared.
*Bang!*
The sharp sword energy slammed fiercely onto Dongfang Giant Elephant's bronzed neck, but the result was astonishing. A faint black light flickered, and the sharp sword energy, like an egg hitting a rock, vanished the next second.
"Hahahaha!!!"
"You think you can kill me with such means? Another weakling. Today, I'll show you the price of meddling. Die!"
Dongfang Giant Elephant laughed maniacally and lunged towards Wu Tao with his fan-sized hands. Black light flashed, transforming into waves of energy that pressed down on Wu Tao, exhibiting astonishing might.
Wu Tao retreated rapidly, his wrist flicking. Sword light rolled, breaking free from the surrounding pressure of the energy waves. He thrust out dozens of times within the narrowest of margins.
...
"Bang bang bang!!!"
The ground resounded with continuous impacts. Dongfang Giant Elephant, like a ferocious elephant, wildly brandished his hands, his pressure astonishing, his aura peerless. Dongfang Giant Elephant grew stronger as he fought! His entire body exuded sharp intent, unleashing his formidable strength without reservation, advancing with an unstoppable momentum. Dongfang Giant Elephant used both fists and feet, creating bursts of air that seemed to tear through the void, striking in all directions.
Wu Tao, seasoned by countless battles and forged in seas of blood, was equally formidable, neither evading nor yielding! He directly charged forward with his broken ancient sword, engaging Dongfang Giant Elephant in close combat. The broken ancient sword danced in Wu Tao's hands, carving paths of cold, sharp sword energy that crisscrossed the battlefield.
Where paths crossed, the brave prevailed, the victor feasting on flesh, the loser becoming bones! The continuous clashes of fists and swords generated powerful gusts of wind. The awe-inspiring momentum and killing intent emanating from their collisions instilled fear in everyone present.
"Whoosh!!!"
The members of the Liu and Sun families, along with others, stared in stunned silence, scarcely believing they were witnessing a battle between two Foundation Establishment cultivators.
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Both Wu Tao and Dongfang Giant Elephant were peerless prodigies, their combat power far exceeding that of cultivators at the same level. As time slowly passed, their clashes grew increasingly fierce. After an hour, a victor emerged.
Dongfang Giant Elephant began to falter under the strain of exhaustion. Wu Tao pressed his advantage, his broken ancient sword dancing, unleashing dozens of snow-white sword flowers. The sword momentum was sharp, ruthless, and terrifying. After hundreds of exchanges, Dongfang Giant Elephant felt the hairs on his back stand on end. He knew he couldn't continue like this. If he did, not only would he fail to win, but he would also lose his life.
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