Urban Martial Saint

The cold and stern old man barely managed to dodge Du Canglang’s strike just now, but he never expected that Du Canglang could still unleash such a powerful blow from a distance.

Strength at their level meant that Internal Energy Release was indeed achievable. However, there was a limit to the distance. No matter how strong the Vigor Power, it couldn’t reach too far. Yet, Du Canglang’s strike seemed to defy the principles of power, as the force remained shockingly potent even from afar.

The cold and stern old man had already used all his abilities to evade Du Canglang’s previous strike. Now, as Du Canglang’s Vigor Power came from a distance, he had no way to avoid it. With a roar, he concentrated all his strength to withstand this blow. He calculated that, no matter how strong Du Canglang was, this was still a strike made from afar. Considering the distance, how much power could remain? By using all his might, he might not suffer significant injury.

However, when the strike hit him, the cold and stern old man suddenly realized he was wrong. When the strike landed, he felt a force like an overwhelming torrent crashing onto him. The strength he had gathered was almost instantly shattered. He was knocked backward, crashing into a stone wall before finally stopping. Before even landing, he was already spewing blood, and upon landing, he crumpled to the ground. This strike had severely injured him, leaving him incapable of continuing the fight.

Wan Yan Yong watched this unfold beside him, shivering in fear at the sight of the lord crumpled on the ground. He had just fought this cold and stern old man for a long time and knew that this lord’s strength was not less than his own; they were evenly matched. However, Du Canglang’s one blow crushed this lord, showing the immense strength Du Canglang possessed. Wan Yan Yong had heard tales of Du Canglang but never imagined his power could be so terrifying. To defeat a Peak Master with one strike, even if they had just entered that realm, was a strength unmatched by the Five Unmatches of the World.

Du Canglang was extremely calm. He casually placed Ye Qing beside him, glanced up and down at Ye Qing, and said coldly, ”Luckily I arrived in time, or your life would have been wasted!”

Ye Qing, observing Du Canglang, guessed that he probably was not aware that he had deliberately cut the rope and jumped down. He felt slightly relieved. At least until he got the Buddha’s Relic, Du Canglang probably wouldn’t do anything to him.

”From your words, it seems I should thank you for saving my life?” Ye Qing replied, curling his lips.

”No need for that.” Du Canglang snorted coldly and ignored Ye Qing. He turned his head to glance at the foreign people, finally resting his gaze on Wan Yan Yong, with a slight frown.

”A member of the Wanyan Family?” Du Canglang scanned Wan Yan Yong up and down, speaking in a deep voice, ”How come I’ve never heard of you before?”

”I’m of humble status in the Wanyan Family, not considered a major figure, so naturally, my name isn’t well known.” Wan Yan Yong hurriedly replied. In fact, he was part of a branch of the Wanyan Family. Like Nine-Fingers Wu Yong, he was separated from the Wanyan Family at birth to form his own faction, and he didn’t use the Wanyan name outside. Now, the Wanyan Family is making a grand move, summoning them all back, so he’s using his real name again. It’s no wonder nobody knows him.

”Hmph, even a Peak Master holds a humble status in the Wanyan Family. This suggests that their strength is extraordinary!” Du Canglang snorted coldly.

Wan Yan Yong smiled faintly, saying, ”No matter how strong the Wanyan Family’s strength, it does not compare to Senior Du. Senior Du was once a formidable figure and with unmatched prestige!”

”Hmph!” Du Canglang snorted, ”You don’t need to flatter me. I have no grudges with you or the Wanyan Family, so I naturally won’t make things difficult for you young ones.”

Upon hearing this, Wan Yan Yong couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief. He feared Du Canglang might attack them. Luckily, the Wanyan Family had no feud with Du Canglang, which was the best scenario.

”So Ye Qing is a friend of Senior Du.” Wan Yan Yong tentatively suggested, ”It was those Westerners who captured Ye Qing. Judging by their demeanor, they seemed to have ill intentions.”

”You don’t need to probe my words.” Du Canglang shot a cold glance at Wan Yan Yong, saying, ”I know you’re also interested in the Buddha’s Relic. Inform the Wanyan Family that the Buddha’s Relic belongs to me, Du Canglang. Those unafraid of death may come and find me. I have no grudges with the Wanyan Family, but I don’t mind starting some!”

Upon hearing this, Wan Yan Yong immediately fell silent. Du Canglang’s strength was top-level in that era, respected and feared by many. If they truly provoked someone like him, it would be troublesome for the Wanyan Family.

Ye Qing was watching from the sidelines. Seeing the situation unfold, he immediately said, ”Old Monster Du, don’t be fooled by Wan Yan Yong. He was forcing me to hand over the Buddha’s Relic to him earlier. Moreover, he kept saying that the hidden strength of the Wanyan Family would soon emerge and that no one in the world could oppose them. Everything, from the Buddha’s Relic to Heaven Earth Man Three Gates, belonged to them. Don’t be deceived by his silence now; he’s likely plotting to summon people to deal with you!”

Upon hearing this, Wan Yan Yong became anxious. Ye Qing’s words were meant to sow discord and provoke Du Canglang into attacking him. In fact, Du Canglang’s expression turned cold, and his gaze towards them became somewhat hostile.

”Senior Du, please don’t misunderstand!” Wan Yan Yong quickly pleaded, ”Ye Qing is sowing discord; I have no such intentions.”

”Is that so?” Ye Qing asked coldly, ”So, according to you, your Wanyan Family has no ambitions towards the Buddha’s Relic or Heaven Earth Man Three Gates?”

”This...” Wan Yan Yong gaped, unsure how to answer. The Buddha’s Relic and Heaven Earth Man Three Gates were coveted by nearly everyone. The Wanyan Family, especially, had been preparing for this opportunity for centuries and was determined to obtain them. Ye Qing’s question, if answered negatively, would not be believed by anyone.

Ye Qing sneered, ”Everybody knows that to find the Buddha’s Relic, they must first find me. Now that I’m with Old Monster Du, if the Wanyan Family gets wind of it, they’ll certainly send masters to track down Old Monster Du. Old Monster Du, I’m not trying to deceive you, but you’re a seasoned expert and shouldn’t be swayed by mere words. If you let him go, I predict that by tomorrow, Mount Duwang will be swarmed with Wanyan Family’s masters. Do you think the Wanyan Family only has one Peak Master? Their centuries-old accumulation isn’t that simple!”

Du Canglang’s brows furrowed, evidently considering Ye Qing’s words. Wan Yan Yong, on the other hand, felt panic rising and hastily exclaimed, ”Senior Du, even if I had the courage, I wouldn’t dare to gather people against you. Ye Qing is sowing discord. I swear, once I leave here, I won’t mention this matter to anyone, or may I die struck by lightning!”

Wan Yan Yong’s drastic vow truly went against the dignity of a Peak Master. In ordinary situations, he would never contemplate saying such words. But facing Du Canglang, he knew they stood no chance of survival if they confronted him directly. At this point, he disregarded his standing as a Peak Master; escaping was his only priority.

Listening to Wan Yan Yong, Du Canglang’s expression shifted unpredictably. He actually understood the Wanyan Family’s power, having encountered a formidable figure while dominating the world back in the day—Wanyan Hongfeng, the father of Wanyan Zong. Wanyan Hongfeng’s strength was certainly on par with him and Fu Qingping. Therefore, Du Canglang had always been wary of the Wanyan Family. Considering their centuries-old strength, he knew he could not compete with them head-on. Thus, he initially intended to let Wan Yan Yong depart and avoid making an enemy of the Wanyan Family. But now, Ye Qing’s words compelled him to reconsider.

If Wan Yan Yong truly escaped and alerted the Wanyan Family to come for Ye Qing, facing them alone would be immensely challenging. Consequently, Du Canglang hesitated, uncertain whether to release Wan Yan Yong.

Ye Qing, however, had other plans. The Wanyan Family and Du Canglang were not virtuous individuals. If he could cause a rift between them leading to conflict, it would be beneficial indeed.

”Wanyan Family vows are as worthless as passing gas; they stink but hold no credibility,” Ye Qing mocked. ”This is something you don’t know, Old Monster Du, but I have witnessed it myself!”

”Ye Qing!” Wan Yan Yong raged, glaring at Ye Qing, and uttered, ”Today’s matter, I, Wan Yan Yong, will remember. When the opportunity arises, you’ll pay for what you did today!”

”Will I?” Ye Qing sneered coldly, ”That’s if you can leave here alive, right, Old Monster Du?”

Wan Yan Yong turned to Du Canglang, noticing his expression remained unpredictable, and felt infuriated. Though he had uttered such an extreme oath, sacrificing his dignity as a Peak Master, Du Canglang still hesitated to release him, fueling his indignation further.