A few breaths later, Li Guanqi and Ye Feng arrived above the southern part of the city.

 

In front of them stood three cultivators of the Golden Elixir Realm, standing in the void.

 

The one on the far left was the black-clothed person who had been secretly watching them.

 

At this moment, he removed his black robe, revealing his appearance.

 

He wore a black robe embroidered with gold, had a small and thin frame, sharp ears, and a monkey-like face.

 

His beady eyes constantly roved over the two of them.

 

In the middle was the burly man with a long scar on his face, Yu Kai.

 

His aura was the strongest, and the pressure he emitted was the most intense.

 

On the far right was Luan Ying, a woman with a graceful figure, her face covered with a light veil.

 

The two sides stood fifteen meters apart. Li Guanqi clasped his hands in his sleeves, slightly hunched, and looked at them calmly.

 

His gaze lingered particularly on the woman on the far right.

 

Ye Feng stood beside him, holding his sword sheath, saying nothing.

 

Yu Kai, the leader, glanced at the beady-eyed man beside him, then turned to Li Guanqi with a slight smile.

 

In a soft voice, the man said, "You look unfamiliar, young friend. I am Yu Kai, the leader of the Dark Blood Alliance."

 

"There might be some misunderstandings. How about we sit down and talk?"

 

Li Guanqi shook his head slightly as he spoke.

 

"Leader Yu, is it?"

 

"I don't think there's any misunderstanding, nor is there anything to discuss."

 

Upon hearing this, Yu Kai's expression changed immediately. It was clear he hadn't expected such a blunt refusal.

 

A cold glint flashed in his eyes as his face darkened, and he forced a smile.

 

"Oh? Is that so?"

 

Li Guanqi turned his head to look in the direction of the city gate and spoke softly.

 

"From the moment we entered the city, I assume Leader Yu has had his eyes on us?"

 

"First, you sent a beauty to greet us and offered us Blood-Boosting Pills."

 

"Then, you secretly infiltrated our room and finally had someone tail us."

 

By this point, Yu Kai's eyes had narrowed, and he couldn't help but think to himself.

 

"Which prominent family does this kid belong to… or is he a rogue cultivator?"

 

"Otherwise, how could he be so experienced!"

 

"But isn't he a bit too young?"

 

As he pondered, Yu Kai's eyes unconsciously scanned the surroundings.

 

This scene was keenly captured by Li Guanqi.

 

He simply said, "Stop looking."

 

"If the family's protectors were so easily found, what would be the point of protecting?"

 

Upon hearing this, Yu Kai's heart tightened!!

 

"They must be from a prestigious family!!"

 

In the blink of an eye, Yu Kai's demeanor changed to one of servile humility.

 

Bowing slightly, he smiled and said, "Ah, haha, I didn't recognize Mount Tai."

 

"May I know which family you two young masters belong to? The Feng family?"

 

Ye Feng was inwardly shocked, not expecting Li Guanqi to intimidate the other party with just a few words!

 

But outwardly, he remained calm and composed.

 

Li Guanqi's lips curled into an inexplicable smile.

 

He spoke softly, "Stop trying to fish for information. I won't reveal my background."

 

Upon hearing this, Yu Kai's forehead began to bead with cold sweat.

 

The beady-eyed man beside him also squinted at Li Guanqi, but when Li Guanqi turned to look at him, he quickly put on a fawning smile and nodded.

 

Li Guanqi continued speaking to himself.

 

"Leader Yu, did you establish your base in Lingchang City?"

 

Yu Kai stood up, somewhat restrained, and nodded slightly.

 

"Indeed."

 

"Then may I boldly ask, what business are you in?"

 

"Robbing or killing?"

 

Before Yu Kai could speak, the thin man beside him spoke coldly.

 

"Isn't that a bit much?"

 

"You go east, I go west. If you're just passing through, hurry along and don't meddle."

 

These words were blunt, but Yu Kai remained silent.

 

Li Guanqi glanced at the man, his eyes narrowing slightly without moving.

 

Behind him, the Sword Coffin suddenly opened!

 

A crimson long sword floated beside his shoulder, its blade pointing directly at the man!

 

Purple lightning coiled around the sword, and an indistinct aura erupted from Li Guanqi.

 

Under the immense pressure, Li Guanqi tilted his head slightly and looked at the man.

 

In a calm voice, he said, "Do you believe I can pierce your heart?"

 

Upon hearing this, Yu Kai's face changed dramatically!

 

Sword flight!! And this aura…

 

It faintly carried a sharp intent, clearly the initial manifestation of Sword Intent!!

 

"These two… are definitely not simple!!"

 

Looking at the young man, Yu Kai no longer had any trace of contempt. He quickly played the peacemaker, waving his hand and speaking.

 

"Wei San, watch your words!"

 

"Speak to our friends with respect!"

 

After scolding him twice, Yu Kai frowned, appearing very angry.

 

The blindfolded young man before him was likely the bodyguard of the richly dressed man beside him.

 

The young man was clearly familiar with the underworld lingo, obviously a death warrior trained by a major family from a young age!

 

He had only recently come to Lingchang City and didn't want to stir up trouble.

 

Especially not with people from a major family out on a training mission, whose backgrounds were unclear.

 

He completely abandoned the idea of recruiting the two for his own use.

 

Scanning the surroundings nervously, he was convinced that the protectors were hiding nearby, possibly even close to him without his knowledge!

 

Yu Kai first cupped his fists towards the void, then smiled and nodded at Ye Feng.

 

Seeing that Ye Feng ignored him and just waved his hand towards the direction behind him, Yu Kai felt even more relieved that he hadn't acted rashly.

 

"Indeed!!! I'm so damn smart! Those from major families are truly different."

 

Turning to Li Guanqi, the man smiled softly and said, "Brother, don't be angry. I was blind earlier."

 

Swish!

 

A storage bag appeared in Yu Kai's hand, which he tossed to Li Guanqi with a light smile.

 

"A small gift, consider it an apology from my brother to you two young masters."

 

Without even looking, Li Guanqi put the storage bag away.

 

Still maintaining his harmless demeanor, Li Guanqi smiled and put away the Red Lotus Sword.

 

Just as Li Guanqi was about to leave.

 

Suddenly!!

 

Li Guanqi looked down and saw a skinny boy being thrown out of a mansion's back door!

 

This scene was so reminiscent of that snowy night!!

 

Li Guanqi trembled all over, looking at the bloodless boy, and thought of the Blood-Boosting Pills from earlier.

 

In an instant, he understood everything…