I became a god through frontier slaughter, and I crushed the academy's prodigies!

The rain stopped.

Or rather, it was evaporated by the towering crimson smoke.

Chi Xiao stood in mid-air, the towering wolf phantom behind him slowly dissipating, but his aura did not weaken with the end of the secret technique. Instead, it was like a newly sharpened peerless weapon, its sharpness even greater.

Half a step to the sixth level.

This level of power is itself a silent deterrent.

The golden dragon falcon, which was originally circling high in the sky and preparing to launch a second dive, abruptly stopped.

Its dark golden wings drew a sharp arc in the air, widening the distance between it and Chixiao.

below.

The Hellfire Black Scale Python's massive body coiled into a snake formation, its eerie purple pupils fixed intently on Chi Xiao.

As for the Shadow Demon with one arm missing, it had long since retreated into the shadows a thousand meters away, revealing only a pair of venomous eyes that dared not approach.

The battlefield fell into an eerie silence.

Only the sound of blood dripping from the black and gold longsword beneath Shen Tian's feet in the distance could be heard.

Tick.

This soft sound seemed to be a signal to break the deadlock.

"What? You're not playing anymore?"

Chi Xiao held his sword in one hand, the tip pointing diagonally at the ground, a smile on his lips carrying a hint of mockery and arrogance.

"Weren't you shouting so enthusiastically just now? Come on, keep going!"

He took a step forward.

boom!

The air exploded with this step.

The three peak fifth-tier beast kings all retreated half a body length.

This is momentum.

If they were at the peak of the fifth rank, the three of them working together, even at the cost of severe injuries, could keep Chi Xiao in Jiangcheng forever.

But this half-step to the sixth rank... that's a different story.

That was a leap in the level of life, the beginning of a qualitative change.

If they were to kill Chixiao now, at least one of the three would have to die, and the remaining two would be crippled.

Moreover, Qin Zhenshan is also lurking in the Jiangcheng defense line, dozens of kilometers away, watching with predatory eyes.

Once they fight to the bitter end here, Qin Zhenshan will definitely rush out to beat the dog when it's down.

This deal is a total loss.

"snort."

Golden Dragon Falcon uttered a stiff human word.

Although the tone was strange, as harsh as fingernails scraping glass, every word was crystal clear.

"Chixiao, you don't need to goad me."

It hovered in mid-air, looking down at the devastated battlefield with a hint of mockery in its eyes.

"We really don't need to fight you to the death right now."

"It's not worth risking our lives for a mere second-tier city."

Chi Xiao narrowed his eyes, his fingers tightening slightly as he gripped his sword.

The strange beasts gained intelligence and not only learned tactics, but also how to weigh the pros and cons.

This is more terrifying than a mere wild beast.

"If you don't dare to fight, then get lost."

Chi Xiao said coldly,

"Or would you like me to give you a ride?"

"Of course we'll leave."

The Golden Dragon Falcon's enormous beak opened and closed slightly, its voice carrying an unsettling sense of superiority.

"However, Chixiao, don't get too cocky."

"You think you can defend this wretched place just because you've broken through to the sixth rank?"

Chi Xiao frowned slightly.

He naturally knew what the other person was saying.

"Look at the current situation of you humans."

The Golden Dragon Falcon let out several piercing laughs.

"In the East Sea, the seventh line of defense has been breached by sea beasts. In the Northern Ice Plains, your 'Ice Emperor' is being held back by two Beast Emperors and is barely able to protect himself."

"Even in the Kyoto area, there is now a great deal of conflict."

"Your Dragon Kingdom is like a leaky, dilapidated ship, slowly sinking."

"shut up!"

Chi Xiao roared, his sword intent surging forth.

"Spreading rumors and misleading the public!"

"Whether it's slander or not, you know in your heart."

Jin Guanglong Falcon was not annoyed by being interrupted; on the contrary, he became even more smug.

It glanced at Chi Xiao, then at Shen Tian below, who was covered in blood, its eyes filled with amusement.

"More importantly... Chixiao, you can't hide anymore."

"Half-step to the sixth rank, what a rare combat power."

"Given the current situation, do you think those old guys up there would let someone as capable as you continue to be stuck in a small place like Jiangcheng as a babysitter?"

As soon as those words were spoken...

Chi Xiao's gaze, which had been as firm as a rock, wavered almost imperceptibly.

Jin Guanglongjun caught this slight wavering and laughed even more wildly.

"The transfer order will be issued soon."

"Maybe three days, maybe a month."

"You will go to a more important battlefield to fill those unfillable holes."

"At that time..."

Jin Guanglong Falcon's dark golden pupils turned towards Jiangcheng, his tone chilling.

"Only Qinzhen Mountain remains here."

"We'll come back and take this city then."

"These millions of blood offerings throughout the city are nothing more than snacks stored here."

This is an open conspiracy.

They are waiting, waiting for the right moment.

The human race may appear to be holding out, but in reality, their battle lines are stretched too thin, and their high-level combat capabilities are severely lacking.

Once Chixiao is transferred away, Jiangcheng will be a lamb to the slaughter.

on the ground.

Shen Tian slowly raised his head.

He was listening.

Every word was clearly audible.

Weakness is the original sin.

midair.

Chi Xiao took a deep breath of the blood-scented air, and his silver-gray pupils returned to their calm, still state.

"That's for later."

He slowly raised his heavy sword, the tip pointing directly at the golden dragon falcon's brow.

"But before I leave."

"As long as you dare to cross the line."

"I swear, even if it costs me my half-step to the sixth rank, I'll cut off all three of your heads and use them as footballs!"

"roll!!!"

The last word exploded like a thunderclap.

A terrifying sonic boom, carrying a tangible sword intent, exploded and spread through the air.

A hint of apprehension flashed in Jin Guanglong's eyes.

It knew that this madman was capable of both his words and deeds.

"Let's go."

Jin Guanglong Falcon gave Chi Xiao a deep look, then glanced meaningfully at Shen Tian on the ground.

"I hope that next time we meet, that little brat's meat will be a bit chewier."

Done.

With a flap of its wings, it stirred up a raging wind and flew headlong into the depths of the wilderness without looking back.

Neither the Hellscale Python nor the Shadow Demon hesitated for a moment.

They come quickly and go quickly.

As the signal for the Beastmaster to retreat was given.

The boundless horde of beasts in the distance, like the receding tide, retreated madly into the depths of darkness.

They didn't even bother to take away the corpses of their companions.

All that remained was a scene of devastation and the pungent smell of blood.

Only the wind after the rain remained, blowing across the ruins and making a mournful sound.

The crisis is over.

Chixiao slowly descended from the sky.

The domineering aura that had just erupted has now receded rapidly, like the tide going out.

His face was somewhat pale, a side effect of the backlash from the secret technique.

It must be said that the words of those three beast kings did indeed have a chilling, almost demonic, flavor.

This perfectly describes the harsh reality that Jiangcheng is currently facing.