"People of my Fire Phoenix clan fear no one!"
...
Many within the Fire Phoenix clan knew that Zhou Yan had killed Huo Wu, and now, with Zhou Yan once again slaying a disciple of their clan, the Fire Phoenix people’s hatred for Zhou Yan grew even more intense.
Instantly, many figures mobilized, tracking Zhou Yan's movements, intent on killing him.
However, not long after Zhou Yan departed, a figure suddenly appeared above the Fire Dragon Pool.
This figure was the elder from the Flame Tiger clan.
"Zhou Yan, though your strength has ascended to the ninth level of Condensation Qi, you are still no match for this old man!"
"You best surrender obediently, and perhaps this old man will spare your life. Otherwise, do not blame me for being ruthless!"
The elder of the Flame Tiger clan stared at Zhou Yan and spoke in a deep voice.
Zhou Yan’s expression turned ashen.
However, he did not refute the Flame Tiger elder's words.
For he knew that he was no match for the Flame Tiger elder.
"Hmph, your Fire Phoenix clan dared to attack my Xuanwu City, and you must pay a heavy price!"
"Today, let me make you taste the wrath of my Xuanwu City!"
Zhou Yan said coldly, his tone laced with intense killing intent.
"Hahaha, the Lord of Xuanwu City is indeed imposing!"
"Precisely, worthy of being our Lord of Xuanwu City! Such an arrogant and defiant attitude is just like our clan leader's!"
"This Zhou Yan is quite the prodigy. At such a young age, he already possesses such formidable strength. His future achievements will be extraordinary!"
"Indeed, with such talent, he is truly worthy of being the Lord of Xuanwu City. The rise of our Xuanwu City is within sight!"
...
Within Xuanwu City, the populace was immensely excited, their gazes upon Zhou Yan filled with adoration.
"Well said, 'Fearing no authority'!"
"However, these Fire Phoenix trash dared to provoke me, they must pay the price. These individuals must die!"
The elder of the Flame Tiger clan snorted, a chilling killing intent flashing in his eyes.
"Boom!"
In the next instant, the Flame Tiger elder shot into the sky, hovering in mid-air. He clenched his fists forcefully.
"Buzz!"
Immediately, torrents of fiery brilliance surged from his body, akin to a blazing sun.
A colossal serpent, hundreds of feet long, suddenly materialized. It possessed three pairs of wings on its back.
"Roar!"
The giant serpent roared towards the heavens, its gaping maw emitting earth-shattering bellows.
"Hiss~"
In the next moment, the giant serpent shot forward, carrying an endless tide of flames, directly pouncing towards Zhou Yan's location.
Upon seeing this, Zhou Yan’s brow furrowed.
This giant serpent was even more formidable than those who came before!
"Whoosh!"
Just as the giant serpent was about to close in, Zhou Yan's body accelerated abruptly, and he fled.
Zhou Yan's speed was astonishingly fast. In the blink of an eye, he vanished from his original spot, causing the giant serpent to strike empty air.
"Damn it, you dare to flee? You are courting death!"
The giant serpent roared in fury, its colossal body writhing in the void, pursuing in all directions.
Not only the giant serpent, but the elder of the Flame Tiger clan also swiftly followed behind, chasing Zhou Yan.
"Zhou Yan, stop for me!"
The elder of the Flame Tiger clan continuously cursed at Zhou Yan.
However, Zhou Yan acted as if he heard nothing, his figure flickering incessantly, weaving through the forest, evading the giant serpent's grasp.
"Zhou Yan, you are seeking death! Your actions have violated the rules of our Fire Phoenix clan!"
The elder of the Flame Tiger clan said, his anger palpable.
"Hmph, then come and try to see who is truly ruthless!"
Zhou Yan snorted, his eyes filled with intense killing intent.
Zhou Yan's figure moved like lightning, darting through the mountains and forests.
The elder of the Flame Tiger clan and the giant serpent followed closely, relentlessly pursuing Zhou Yan.
Zhou Yan weaved through this stretch of jungle, each change of direction causing the elder of the Flame Tiger clan and the giant serpent to miss their mark.
And Zhou Yan's speed remained a constant, unwavering pace, showing no signs of weakening.
The elder of the Flame Tiger clan’s expression grew increasingly grim.
"Zhou Yan, you little brat, you dare to toy with me! Today, I will make you understand what true power is!"
As the words fell, the giant serpent flickered and vanished from sight, while the elder of the Flame Tiger clan also disappeared from his original position, reappearing above Zhou Yan. He raised an arm, and an unstoppable gale of wind slammed down towards Zhou Yan.
This elder of the Flame Tiger clan was a genuine expert at the seventh level of Condensation Qi, and his strength surpassed even that of the Fire Phoenix clan leader. Therefore, Zhou Yan dared not be the least bit negligent.
Zhou Yan swung his arm, and countless sword beams surged forth, meeting the attack.
"Bang! Bang! Bang!"
The two forces collided, erupting in a series of violent explosions. Terrifying ripples spread outwards, shaking the entire forest.
"So strong!"
"This Zhou Yan is indeed worthy of being the Lord of Xuanwu City; he can actually withstand my attack!"
"However, though his strength is considerable, he has no chance of survival under my might!"
A cold glint flashed in the elder of the Flame Tiger clan's eyes as he continuously unleashed palm strikes towards Zhou Yan.
Each collision resulted in a violent roar, as if the very heavens were being shaken.
Zhou Yan, however, continued to dodge, his face filled with shock, constantly evading.
The elder of the Flame Tiger clan was truly enraged, launching attacks at Zhou Yan time and again.
While dodging, Zhou Yan channeled his spiritual energy, casting a series of defensive talismans to protect his entire body.
However, under such a powerful assault, even with Zhou Yan's spiritual talismans, the consumption of spiritual energy was still alarmingly rapid.
A fine sheen of sweat began to appear on Zhou Yan's forehead, and his face revealed a trace of pallor.
"Puff!"
Finally, one of Zhou Yan's defensive talismans was shattered by a palm strike from the elder of the Flame Tiger clan. Blood sprayed out, staining his robes.
"Zhou Yan, surrender your life!"
The elder of the Flame Tiger clan cackled and charged towards Zhou Yan once more.
Despair flickered across Zhou Yan's face.
The elder of the Flame Tiger clan was too powerful; he was simply unable to contend with him.
Zhou Yan attempted to break through with all his might, but the elder of the Flame Tiger clan held him firmly, preventing any escape.
"Rumble!"
Just then, an aura of destruction descended. A colossal serpent, burning with scorching flames, appeared in mid-air.
As soon as the giant serpent materialized, it charged towards the elder of the Flame Tiger clan, baring its fangs and claws. Its speed was like lightning.
Upon seeing this, the elder of the Flame Tiger clan's face took on a grave expression.
"Hmph, since that is the case, this old man will have to spar with you and show you what a true powerhouse is!"