The First Venerable of All Paths

"Brother-in-law, help me!"

Upon seeing Mingche, Wenlin's face lit up with joy, and he exclaimed.

However, Fang Xuan exerted force with his palm, which rendered Wen Lin powerless.

"It's clear!"

Li Xintong's expression changed slightly, and her demeanor became somewhat solemn.

Even she had heard of Mingche's achievements.

This person is definitely a figure among the younger generation.

There aren't many people who can defeat him.

"Fang Xuan, what should we do?"

Li Xintong said in a low voice, "I can sense that besides Mingche, there are a large number of martial artists around."

As a second-grade Soul Master, Li Xintong possesses extremely keen perception.

She noticed that martial artists were constantly approaching from all around.

One of the auras was even more terrifying.

Before long, they were surrounded.

"What else can we do?"

Fang Xuan remained completely calm, saying in a composed tone, "It's nothing more than a battle."

Just one war?

Li Xintong looked at Fang Xuan in surprise and whispered a reminder, "But that's Ming Che, are you sure you can handle it?"

The language was quite cryptic.

She was warning Fang Xuan that although Ming Che had only recently advanced to the Condensation Realm, he had once single-handedly killed a whole group of demon beasts.

Among them were five demon kings.

At such a young age, to possess such terrifying combat power, Ming Che is definitely among the top ten of the younger generation that Li Xintong knows.

Perhaps this ranking doesn't mean much to others.

However, Li Xintong herself comes from an extraordinary background, and has been hailed as a genius since childhood.

The people around her are also all kinds of geniuses.

"No one can be sure until they actually fight."

Fang Xuan chuckled and said, "However, it won't be easy for him to keep me here."

Just as Li Xintong was about to say something, Fang Xuan said, "I might not be able to look after you for a while, so you have to be careful."

"Take care of yourself first."

Li Xintong gave a soft snort, then hesitated before saying, "If, and I mean if, it really comes to the point of no return, I will protect you."

Fang Xuan looked at Li Xintong.

Even through the black cloth covering her face, Li Xintong could still feel Fang Xuan's intense gaze.

"Don't misunderstand."

Li Xintong hurriedly lowered her head to hide the blush on her cheeks.

"I... I'm just afraid that if it's you, there will be no one to refine pills for me."

Fang Xuan shook his head and smiled, then looked at Ming Che.

"Young Master Ming, are you making such a big fuss because you're holding a grudge about what happened at the auction?"

Fang Xuan's voice was very calm.

They were not in any dire situation whatsoever.

"If word gets out, wouldn't I be branded as narrow-minded?"

His words were full of sarcasm.

"You certainly have a sharp tongue."

Mingche was not angered by Fang Xuan's words.

However, a cold, sharp glint flashed in his eyes.

"You killed my brother, and we're going to settle this score properly."

With a wave of his hand, a large number of Ming family warriors emerged from all around, forming an encirclement.

Among them, there are seven or eight martial artists at the Qi Condensation Realm.

The remaining Qi Gathering and Body Refinement Realm martial artists were all carefully selected elites.

"Fang Xuan, you have no way to escape now."

Seeing so many martial artists, and with Ming Che present, Wen Lin said smugly, "If you know what's good for you, release me immediately, otherwise..."

"Snap!"

Before Wen Lin could finish speaking, he let out a scream, his face contorted in pain, and large beads of sweat dripped down his face.

It turned out that Fang Xuan had grabbed his shoulder and pulled hard.

Fang Xuan actually managed to dislocate Wen Lin's entire arm.

"If you dare bark again, next time it'll be your neck that gets broken."

Fang Xuan's tone was icy cold, devoid of any warmth.

"Kid, don't go too far!"

Seeing that Wen Lin's screams had become hoarse, Wen Kui immediately roared, "What do you want from me if you fall to the ground? You'll have to release my young master!"

With Wen Lin still in Fang Xuan's hands, Wen Kui had no choice but to submit.

At the same time, he had already decided that once the young master was freed, he would tear Fang Xuan to pieces, so that he wouldn't even be able to keep a complete corpse!

"Trying to negotiate with me?"

Fang Xuan chuckled and said, "How about this, if you kill Ming Che, I'll let this piece of trash go."

Wen Lin was furious when Fang Xuan called him a good-for-nothing.

But with his life still in Fang Xuan's hands, Wen Lin dared not speak out against his anger.

Fang Xuan's words caused Wen Kui and the others to change their expressions drastically.

As for Mingche, a sinister killing intent flashed in his eyes.

This Fang Xuan is truly courting death.

"I can't do that."

Wen Kui took a deep breath, suppressing his anger, and said, "Change it!"

"Okay, I'll give you one more chance."

Fang Xuan said calmly, "Take your men and retreat. Can you do that?"

"able!"

Wen Kui immediately said, "As long as you release my young master, my Wen family will no longer interfere in this matter."

As he spoke, Wen Kui looked at Ming Che with a pleading expression.

It seems they are seeking Mingche's opinion.

To put it nicely, the Wen and Ming families are allies.

To put it bluntly, the Wen family is nothing more than a vassal of the Ming family.

In any case, a clear-headed attitude is very important.

"Brother-in-law..."

Wen Lin said weakly, "Save me, I don't want to die."

Now he has finally come to his senses.

Fang Xuan was able to kill Ming Yang not through any schemes, tricks, or despicable means.

He was no match for Fang Xuan.

Right now, survival is the most important thing.

Seeing this, Mingche waved his hand indifferently.

He certainly didn't care whether Wen Lin lived or died.

However, the two companies are officially allies, so we still have to give them that much face.

"Fang Xuan, you saw it too."

Wen Kui said, "Release my young master, and the Wen family will retreat immediately!"

"Fang Xuan, be careful, it might be a trap."

Li Xintong reminded them telepathically, "With Wen Lin in their hands, they will at least be hesitant to act rashly. If you release Wen Lin, you will have no bargaining chips."

"It doesn't matter."

Fang Xuan smiled.

"I hope you keep your word, otherwise I won't hesitate to kill you."

After saying that, Fang Xuan threw Wen Lin away into the distance.

"Young Master!"

Wen Kui's expression changed, and he rushed straight towards Wen Lin, catching him.

"Young Master, are you alright?"

Wen Lin was pale, looking extremely disheveled because he had lost an arm.

But as soon as he regained his footing, Wen Lin roared in a ferocious voice, "Attack him all at once! Kill him!"

"Kill him!"

Wen Lin roared angrily as well.

"A leopard can't change its spots."

Seeing the Wen family warriors rushing towards him, a flash of killing intent appeared in Fang Xuan's eyes.

The next moment, he clenched his fists tightly.

"puff!"

Two golden-red flames immediately appeared in his palm.

"The flames of war will spread, go!"

The golden-red flames first shot out as tiny sparks, then merged into a sea of ​​fire, engulfing all the Wen family's warriors.

"Aaaaaah!"

In an instant, screams rose and fell.

Whether they are Body Refining Realm or Qi Gathering Realm martial artists, anyone who comes into contact with the Undying Phoenix Flame will instantly turn into a fire person.

"Bang bang bang!"

The next moment, a muffled explosion rang out, and all the Wen family warriors were blown apart and died on the spot.

Burn them all to the ground!

In just a few breaths, apart from Wen Lin, only Wen Kui and another Qi Condensation Realm martial artist remained in the Wen family.

"this......"

The scene before them shocked the others.

They stared at Fang Xuan in horror, at the golden-red firebirds that had gathered together and were perched on his shoulders, their hearts filled with utter shock.

What terrifying flames!

What ruthless methods!

Even Mingche was somewhat surprised, and then a hint of greed appeared in his eyes.

Such a flame, if only I could obtain it.

His combat power will increase several times over.

At that time, he will use the Beast Taming Hall as a springboard to enter that super power that everyone yearns for.

"This is no ordinary ground fire."

Li Xintong looked at the golden-red firebird on Fang Xuan's shoulder with surprise in her eyes.

She felt a tremor emanating from the golden-red firebird, a tremor that seemed to originate from the very soul.

It was as if this flame was above all living things.

It's just... too immature.

It is far from mature.

However, for Fang Xuan, since his divine soul broke through to the first rank, he has become more adept at controlling the Undying Phoenix Flame than before.

The power of the flames also increased several times over.

"It seems you really enjoy going back on your word."

Fang Xuan looked at Wen Lin and said indifferently, "You may not be able to bear the consequences."

"Kid, what are you so arrogant about?"

Suppressing his fear, Wen Lin said sternly, "You wouldn't dare kill me in front of my brother-in-law, would you?"

"Oh?"

Fang Xuan chuckled lightly, "Why do you think... I can't do it?"

Fang Xuan's words made Wen Lin feel inexplicably uneasy.

Mingche seemed to sense something and subtly distanced himself from Wenlin.

"burst!"

At this moment, Fang Xuan's lips moved slightly.

The next moment, Wen Lin felt a terrifying power surging wildly within his body, like a river of thunder.

"Ouch, it's so hot!"

Wen Lin let out a pig-like scream, tearing at his clothes and skin with all his might.

"Brother-in-law, save me..."

However, Mingche distanced herself from him again.

"Click-clack!"

Cracks began to appear on Wen Lin's skin.

Golden-red flames immediately overflowed from these cracks and then enveloped Wen Lin's entire body.

"Bang!"

With a muffled thud, Wen Lin exploded.

Wen Kui, who was closest to him, was also affected, with half of his body burned and ulcerated by the flames.

"Wow!"

By the time the flames died down, Wen Kui was severely injured and had no fighting ability left.

"Young Master, is he dead?"

He stared blankly at Wen Lin, who had vanished into nothingness, as if his soul had been ripped away.

For the sake of a mere Qi Gathering Realm youth, the Wen family not only lost more than a dozen elite soldiers, but also their young master died.

Wen Kui had no idea how to explain this to his clan when he returned.

The only way to appease the Wen family's anger is to capture Fang Xuan.

"You little bastard, I'll kill you!"

With a roar, Wen Kui grabbed the Nine-Ring Blade with his remaining hand and slashed at Fang Xuan.

"Stubborn to the end!"

Fang Xuan snorted coldly, took off his bamboo hat, and threw it at Wen Kui.

"Whoosh!"

The bamboo hat came whistling through the air, only to be shattered by Wen Kui's blade.

However, what awaited him was a fist strike filled with domineering power and killing intent.

"Slay the enemy's might, break the mountain's defenses!"