Zhou Yan mused: Could this black-robed man have a grudge against the man in black?
Thinking of this, Zhou Yan shook his head.
There was no basis for such a guess.
However, Zhou Yan remained vigilant, as the existence of the man in black was always a potential threat.
Whoosh!
The next moment, the black-robed man leaped into the air, turning into a wisp of black smoke and charging directly at the Silver Demon Wolf.
Clang clang clang!
In an instant, the two were locked in fierce combat. With every clash, winds howled, air currents surged, and explosions echoed.
“So powerful…”
Witnessing this, everyone’s eyes widened in shock.
“Run…”
After a brief moment of stunned silence, these martial apprentices snapped back to reality, their hearts filled with terror. They fled in a panic, vanishing without a trace in the blink of an eye.
“Boy, you’re asking for death!”
The black-robed man cursed angrily, slashing his blade fiercely and instantly severing a head.
Pfft!
Blood spurted, a mist of red rose, and the corpse fell to the ground.
Having instantly killed the black-robed man, the Silver Demon Wolf, with agile movements, swiftly lunged towards Zhou Yan.
“Hmph!”
With a cold snort, Zhou Yan shifted his body, evading the attack.
Immediately, he raised his right hand, and a blazing lightning glow erupted from his fingertips.
Rumble!
In a flash of lightning, a brilliant sword energy appeared, striking the Silver Demon Wolf fiercely.
Instantly, a pained cry rang out as the Silver Demon Wolf staggered, injured.
Bang!
The next moment, Zhou Yan shifted his steps, closing in again. He brought down a punch, striking the Silver Demon Wolf’s abdomen heavily, causing it to grunt and be sent flying backward.
Thump! Thump! Thump!
In an instant, Zhou Yan moved like a dragon, relentlessly throwing punches that rained down upon the Silver Demon Wolf.
“Awooo!”
With a piercing howl, the Silver Demon Wolf struggled and thrashed, trying to get up. However, under Zhou Yan’s assault, it had no chance.
Not long after, the Silver Demon Wolf lay on the ground, covered in blood, completely unconscious, its life hanging by a thread.
“Alright, you can go now!”
Zhou Yan withdrew his fist and stood, speaking to Zhang Wenjie.
“Thank you for your intervention, sir, for saving us!”
Zhang Wenjie’s face was pale as he bowed in gratitude.
“It was nothing.”
Zhou Yan said dismissively.
“Hmm?”
Suddenly, Zhou Yan frowned slightly and looked north, seemingly sensing something.
“Sir, please forgive my brief absence!”
Zhang Wenjie cupped his fists and then headed straight north.
“Interesting…”
Zhou Yan murmured to himself, then stepped into the Lin family compound, preparing to find someone in charge.
“Young Master… are you really going to help them?”
Seeing Zhou Yan leave, Wang Pangzi hesitated for a moment before hurrying after him.
“These are all ordinary people; I cannot stand by and do nothing…”
Zhou Yan shook his head and said slowly, “Moreover, I still owe them a favor…”
Hearing this, Wang Pangzi nodded and no longer tried to dissuade him.
…
Soon, Zhou Yan arrived at the Lin family.
“Patriarch Lin, why don’t you show yourself?”
Zhou Yan stood with his hands behind his back, scanning the surroundings with a cold smile.
“Heh heh… Zhou Yan, you are indeed cautious!”
Suddenly, a chilling laugh echoed, and an old man appeared before Zhou Yan.
His hair and beard were gray, he wore loose linen clothes, and he possessed a vigorous spirit with piercing eyes and a profound aura, exuding a sinister presence.
“Patriarch Lin, Lin Yuanshan!”
Zhou Yan’s gaze swept over the old man, and he inwardly felt a sense of awe.
“Boy, you are Zhou Yan?!”
Lin Yuanshan’s eyes flickered as he stared at Zhou Yan. After a moment of contemplation, he asked coldly, “Yesterday, at the city gate, you killed the Liu family’s second young master, Liu Yunlong, and robbed the spiritual medicine. It was indeed you!”
“Lin Yuanshan, what grievance do I have with Liu Yunlong? What business is it of yours that you are intervening in this matter?!”
Zhou Yan’s brows furrowed as he asked in a deep voice.
“Hmph…”
Lin Yuanshan snorted, “Liu Yunlong was a distinguished guest of my Lin family. If he were killed and I did nothing, wouldn’t that be a disgrace to the Lin family?!”
“Since that is the case, then I shall discipline you…”
A cold glint flashed in Zhou Yan’s eyes, and a smile touched his lips. As he spoke, he suddenly stepped forward, his five fingers forming a fist, and punched through the air.
This punch was simple and unadorned, yet it contained the might of a surging tide, vast and immense.
Boom!
As this punch was unleashed, a dull thunderclap sounded in the void. The power of the punch was world-shattering, like the collapse of heaven and earth.
“What…”
Lin Yuanshan’s face turned ashen, his heart filled with dread.
At this moment, Lin Yuanshan felt as if this punch before him could destroy the entire continent, unmatched in its dominance.
“Break!”
At the critical juncture, Lin Yuanshan reacted swiftly. He flicked his right hand, and a jade pendant appeared in his palm, emitting a brilliant radiance. It grew rapidly, revealing itself to be a protective armor.
Clang…
A sound of metal striking metal rang out. The armor blazed with light, blocking Zhou Yan’s punch.
“A defensive magical artifact!”
Zhou Yan’s eyes narrowed, a gleam of surprise appearing within them.
“You insolent brat, you are too arrogant!”
Lin Yuanshan roared, his eyes cold. “Today, this old man will send you on your way!”
Hum!
As soon as the words left his mouth, Lin Yuanshan’s figure flickered, and he attacked like a phantom, a claw striking down with immense force towards Zhou Yan’s chest.
“Heh heh… A mere trick, and you dare to show it?!”
Seeing this, Zhou Yan scoffed and met the attack with a punch.
Instantly, fist and claw collided with a crisp sound, followed by a powerful wave of energy that spread out. Lin Yuanshan staggered back three steps, a look of surprise on his face.
“Boy, your cultivation is actually a level higher than mine!”
Lin Yuanshan’s expression was grim.
Although he had just reached the seventh level of Body Tempering, his exceptional talent and sufficient cultivation resources made his strength not weak. He could even contend with, or even suppress, those at the eighth level.
Unfortunately, Zhou Yan’s physique was robust, his strength far surpassed that of martial artists of the same level, and coupled with Zhou Yan’s profound martial arts, his combat power was greatly amplified.
“Enough nonsense, take your life!”
Zhou Yan, too lazy to bother, leaped forward and charged at Lin Yuanshan.
“Bastard!”
Lin Yuanshan roared in fury, wielding his claws and lunging forward.
Bang bang bang…
Fist and claw clashed, and fierce energies raged, snapping trees in half and sending splinters flying.
“What’s going on? Why is there such a violent commotion here?”
“Who knows? Perhaps some expert is sparring!”
Discussions could be heard from nearby residences, but no one dared to approach and watch.
After all, the residual power from the duel of two masters was ferocious. Any ordinary martial artist encountering it would be utterly destroyed.
“Hmph!”
Suddenly, a cold snort rang out, like thunder from the heavens, causing people’s eardrums to ache and their minds to tremble.
“Ah…”
Piercing screams echoed from several nearby houses. Some died on the spot, while others were injured and spat blood.
“How dare you!”