Chapter 1765: Chapter 1763: Conspiracy
"Who exactly are you!" Ximen Yu initially had disdain for these so-called Spatial Predators, but after crossing paths, he realized that the leader of this Black Wind Marauder was quite powerful. Although there was some gap compared to him, it was minimal. Even he couldnât easily deal with this guy in a short time.
"Whatâs wrong? Want to beg for mercy?" The scruffy man grinned as he fought, saying, "Shouldâve said so earlier. Hand over three hundred thousand Vital Energy stones, and Iâll let you go!"
"A fine gentleman gone rogue?" Ximen Yu said solemnly, "Your cultivation is strong. If you come to our Ximen Family, you could become an Offering of the Ximen Family. Why bother being an aimless Plunderer?"
The scruffy man chuckled, "Are you trying to recruit me?"
Ximen Yu nodded, "Indeed, someone like you shouldnât be in a place like this. You deserve a bigger stage, and our Ximen Family can provide you that stage. Can you tell me your name?"
The scruffy man paused, then smiled, "I donât mind telling you, my name is Yuan Ying. As for becoming an Offering of the Ximen Family, sorry, I donât like restraints. I enjoy the feeling of freedom."
"Yuan Ying? Do you think you can live leisurely in the Ancient Ruins on your own? Your thinking is too naive!" Ximen Yu said sternly.
Yuan Ying chuckled, "How could it be just me? I have so many brothers!"
Ximen Yu sighed, "So, you refuse the Ximen Familyâs invitation?"
"Hand over three hundred thousand Vital Energy stones, and we can sit down and talk about this!" Yuan Ying chuckled.
Ximen Yu shook his head, "If thatâs the case, then I wonât be polite anymore. Just a pity for such a good talent!"
As he spoke, Ximen Yuâs demeanor shifted, and his aura surged again. A greatsword appeared in his hand, glinting with a faint purple light, exuding a very dangerous aura.
"A Divine Artifact!" Yuan Yingâs expression changed, but quickly returned to calm, "Donât think youâre the only one with a Divine Artifact; I have one too!"
With that, a white light flashed in Yuan Yingâs hand, and a battle halberd appeared in his grasp, emitting an aura similar to that of the greatsword, also a Divine Artifact.
For a mere Spatial Predator to wield a Divine Artifact was simply beyond Ximen Yuâs comprehension. After all, in the resource-scarce Ancient Battlefield, even a common mid-sized Sect might not have a Divine Artifact!
If he werenât protecting the Little Princess this time, the Family Head wouldnât have entrusted this greatsword to him. But why did Yuan Ying have a Divine Artifact too?
At this moment, Ximen Yu suddenly realized that the Little Princessâs actions were very secretive and shouldnât have caught the attention of the Predators. But why did the Black Wind Predators seem to know their route in advance and lay in wait here? Could someone have had their eyes on the Little Princess all along?
With this thought, Ximen Yu stared intently at Yuan Ying, "Someone hired you to attack us, right? Otherwise, why would you suddenly attack our Ximen Familyâs airship and demand such an exorbitant amount, even willing to fight?"
Yuan Ying didnât deny it, just smiled, "I get paid to do a job, never cheating anybody!"
"Who is it?" Ximen Yuâs eyes flashed with a sharp light, "Someone actually dared to plot against the Ximen Family; theyâre courting death!"
Yuan Ying shook his head, "Donât waste your efforts. Do you think Iâd tell you? I can only say, itâs someone we Black Wind Predators canât afford to provoke. Naturally, someone who can manage to provoke your Ximen Family. Talking more is pointless, are we fighting or not?"
Upon hearing this, Ximen Yu no longer had the mind to continue the battle. His only thought now was to return to the airship and protect the Little Princess!
"Donât think about getting back to the airship!" Yuan Ying saw through Ximen Yuâs thoughts and said, "One of my tasks is to keep you occupied!"
"What?" Ximen Yu abruptly turned his head, seeing the Black Wind Predatorsâ airships had already breached the Ximen Familyâs airshipâs defensive shield, with dozens of experts flying towards the airship.
Ximen Yuâs expression changed drastically, "Damn it!"
But Yuan Ying blocked Ximen Yu instantly, "Your opponent is me; I wonât let you go back before you defeat me!"
"Then you die!" Ximen Yu was filled with anxiety and anger, his greatsword transformed into a lightning bolt, slashing toward Yuan Ying. Wherever the greatsword went, space seemed to distort.
Yuan Ying, however, remained unpanicked. His battle halberd spun in a circle, directly blocking Ximen Yuâs attack. With a flick of his wrist, the halberd, like a venomous dragon, thrust towards Ximen Yuâs chest!
With a loud boom, Ximen Yuâs greatsword shielded his chest, repelled heavily by Yuan Ying, even causing his spirit to stir and Blood Qi to surge!
This Yuan Ying had been hiding his strength all along; it was truly terrifying!
The Ximen Familyâs airshipâs defensive shield was breached, and another Guardian of the Ximen Little Princess said solemnly, "Little Princess, we have no retreat now, only to break through the encirclement. Iâll cut a bloody path for you now!"
As he spoke, the man wielded dual swords, shouting as he charged toward the Black Wind Predators.
The dual swords danced, and though the manâs strength wasnât as high as Ximen Yuâs, he was still a master of Later Stage Azure Sky Realm. Under his onslaught, the Black Wind Predators retreated step by step, seizing the chance to take the Little Princess and break through.
"Ximen Yu, Iâll take the Little Princess and leave first. Once youâve handled things here, hurry to meet us!" the man shouted, "The Little Princessâs safety is the priority, Iâll protect her first!"
With that, he turned into a meteor with the Little Princess, leaving the airship, rushing toward the distance!
Ximen Yu breathed a sigh of relief; with Ximen Chengâs protection, the Little Princessâs safety was somewhat assured. Nevertheless, there was a tinge of dissatisfaction.
By shouting so loudly, wasnât Ximen Cheng revealing to everyone that the Little Princess was in his custody?
Indeed, upon hearing Ximen Cheng, the second-in-command of the Black Wind Predators exulted, "Everyone, follow me. We must catch those two!"
Ling Feng, hiding in the shadows, raised an eyebrow. He didnât know much, but he was aware of the significance of the Ximen Familyâs Little Princess!
Thinking for a moment, Ling Feng sneaked quietly behind them.
Ximen Cheng darted through the stars with the Little Princess, unable to shake off the pursuing Black Wind Predators.
"Little Princess, hide first. Iâll lead them away, then come to you!" Ximen Chengâs expression was anxious, "At this rate, if caught, itâs difficult for me to protect you with my strength!"