Gong Muqing looked at Zhao Xiao and said coldly, "Do you want to continue this fight? In front of these ordinary people, making them laugh at our expense?"

With an icy tone, Zhao Xiao responded, "After slaughtering all of you, I will naturally kill them all as well!"

Gong Muqing scolded in anger, "Last name Zhao, are you an idiot? There's still a hidden powerful figure in the dark!"

On Zhao Xiao's refined face, a hint of disdain appeared, "A person who doesn't even dare to show his face...what kind of powerful figure is that?"

With a disappointed expression, Gong Muqing said, "Zhao Xiao, after all these years, it's sad to see that you haven't changed. Looking down on everyone, not taking anyone seriously..."

"So what?" Zhao Xiao sneered.

The crowd below was all dumbfounded, never imagining that the master of the renowned Azure Dragon Hall and the president of the Vermilion Bird Association had known each other for a long time! What's more... there seemed to be quite a few stories between them.

Even though the situation was precarious, the spark of curiosity was ignited in their hearts.

Gong Muqing shook her head, sighing, "Is it absolutely necessary to fight to the death?"

In Zhao Xiao's eyes, a sudden outbreak of icy killing intent emerged, "You lowly creature! With a heart as venomous as a snake, vicious and ruthless. You poisoned Tang in secret years ago. And today, you dare to play innocent in front of me. If I had known this earlier, why did it all start?"

Do you dare to bring up that incident? That cheap woman seduced you willingly..." Gong Muqing, seeing this,ness was full of resentment.

"Enough...you vile woman!" As Zhao Xiao snapped, he immediately made a move on Gong Muqing, and the two instantly engaged in battle.

The sight left the crowd below dumbfounded.

Gong Muqing was less experienced than Zhao Xiao, but had been thoroughly incensed. She attacked without reservation, as if she intended to die alongside Zhao Xiao... for a moment, the two were equals.

Chu Mo was somewhat speechless, twitching his mouth and mumbling, "Are they a pair of old rivals?"

Mr. Weichi bitterly smiled on the side, "I guess it's a grudge from many years ago?"

The old eunuch with no name echoed, "Our family would actually hope that the two of them could die together, that would be fantastic!"

Unfortunately, that was merely the old eunuch's wishful thinking.

The battle between Gong Muqing and Zhao Xiao quickly concluded.

Zhao Xiao allowed a sword to strike his left shoulder, spurting blood. However, he managed to thrust his sword into Gong Muqing's abdomen, the old-fashioned long sword piercing out from her lower back.

Gong Muqing let out a miserable scream, then a gush of fresh blood spurted from her mouth.

Her eyes, fixed on Zhao Xiao's face.

Zhao Xiao didn't flinch, and directly yanked the sword out.

Gong Muqing's body was wavering precariously in mid-air, tears silently rolling down her cheeks, "As expected, you're still as cold-hearted as ever, Zhao Xiao... Well, this sword strike is what I owe Tang. Between you and me, it's the end of our gratitude and righteousness!"

Zhao Xiao snorted coldly, his ancient sword sweeping horizontally, aiming directly at Gong Muqing's neck, intending to finish her off completely. He was preparing to behead her!

All the powerful people from the Vermilion Bird Association, who were all Gong Muqing's inner circle, went berserk at the sight. They rushed forward to attempt to save Gong Muqing.

The many powerhouse members from the Azure Dragon Hall also joined the fray at this moment.

Both sides began a bloody battle.

At this moment, Zhao Xiao's sword was resting on Gong Muqing's clean, white neck. However, for some unknown reason, he hesitated when he could have easily decapitated her in that moment.

A wisp of a bitter smile appeared on Gong Muqing's face, "Just now... I was fully aware of your weak spot and could...have stabbed...your chest with one sword... Though it might not kill...you... But, seriously injuring you would not be a problem, I suppose."

Struggle flashed on Zhao Xiao's face, he slightly nodded his head.

"I know...you hate me... for...killing Tang..." Gong Muqing was now speaking with difficulty, murmuring, "I loved you too much...and that's why...I hated her!"

"You stabbed me today, I... don't hate you." Gong Muqing's face revealed a gentle smile, "for your sword...that failed...to chop off my head, I thank you."

"You can leave." Zhao Xiao sighed, stating coolly, "The sword just now has completely drained your primordial energy. Your realm will rapidly descend to the Understanding Heart Realm, if you're fortunate enough to retain the Iron-Blood Realm, that's already luckier than most. Killing you now is pointless. You can leave."

With a sadness on her face, Gong Muqing laughed bitterly, "Leave? Why should I leave? I made a vow many years ago...either I become your wife; or, I die at your hands making you regret it!"

With that said, Gong Muqing threw herself violently onto Zhao Xiao's sword.

Whether he didn't react in time, or he didn't want to react, Gong Muqing ran straight into Zhao Xiao's sword, a bloody mark instantly appearing on her white neck, with blood spraying everywhere!

Her body...plunged straight down from the sky.

"Muqing!" Only then did Zhao Xiao seem to wake up, zapping to her side and catching her. His elderly face shedding tears, "Why did you have to do this?"

"You finally... called me Muqing... once again...I...can... rest in peace..." Gong Muqing's head tilted to the side and she passed away in Zhao Xiao's arms.

"Ah!" Zhao Xiao suddenly roared at the sky, "You bunch of people... you've all had a good time watching the show, right? All of you will have to keep my Muqing company in death!"

Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom!

Zhao Xiao's overwhelming vigor suddenly burst forth from his body.

This great being who had stepped into the Heavenly Heart Realm, cradling Gong Muqing's dead body, lunged directly at the Vermilion Bird Association's witnesses.

Those at the Understanding Heart Realm...kill!

Those at the Enlightening Heart Realm...kill!

In the blink of an eye, from the president to the elder council members of the Vermilion Bird Association, all perished at Zhao Xiao's hands, the master of the Azure Dragon Hall.

One could say that the downfall of the Vermilion Bird Association started with Chu Mo, but its destruction, however, happened under Zhao Xiao.

"He's so powerful!" Chu Mo squinted, trying his best to see clearly every single one of Zhao Xiao's moves. This was an excellent opportunity to observe and learn! Chu Mo didn't want to miss it.

But Zhao Xiao's moves were way too fast, and his attacks were incredibly precise, almost every strike resulting in a kill!

"Using the smallest force to exert the greatest power... A master is truly a master. There's really something different about them!" Mr. Tantai was just about able to keep up with Zhao Xiao's rhythm and marvelled.

In the sky, blood and flesh splattered around!

There were hardly any cries, all the powerhouses of the Vermilion Bird Association were practically slaughtered by Zhao Xiao alone.

In less than the time it took to burn a single incense stick, everyone of the Vermilion Bird Association was wiped out!

Zhao Xiao stood in mid-air, not a single drop of blood staining his ash grey Taoist robe.

He said lightly, "From today, the Azure Dragon Continent is under the rule of my Azure Dragon Hall! Today's defeat of the Vermilion Bird Association serves as a lesson to you all!"

His tone was indifferent, but his words were extremely domineering.

Then, Zhao Xiao glanced at the group on the ground, "It's your turn." (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, please vote on qidian.com. Your support is my biggest motivation. Mobile users, please read at m.qidian.com.)

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