"Xing Yuan, don't be foolish. He isn't your good disciple; he is Hua Xia's Ye Cang Tian!"
Kong Ling suddenly remembered that Xing Yuan might still think Po Xiao was his disciple, and thus unwilling to act. He quickly added this information.
Listening to Kong Ling's roar, Xing Yuan's gaze swept towards Kong Ling, and he chuckled, "Kong Ling, don't get agitated. Remain calm; I haven't said I won't intervene!"
Hearing this, Kong Ling instantly breathed a sigh of relief. As long as Xing Yuan made a move, and he sacrificed his remaining old life, he didn't believe Po Xiao could be stopped!
Moreover, with Xing Yuan's arrival, coupled with the presence of quasi-Heavenly ranked experts like Huang Shan and Lü Luo, if they joined forces, Po Xiao would absolutely not be able to leave alive.
"Since that's the case, Xing Yuan, hurry up and make your move. I'm severely injured and cannot hold on for much longer!"
"Also, where are your subordinates? Have them attack together. Po Xiao's cultivation techniques are incredibly peculiar; don't suffer any losses!"
Xing Yuan heard this, chuckled, and waved his hand, "Kong Ling, for this situation, I alone am sufficient. They don't need to make a move."
As he spoke, Xing Yuan slowly drew his long sword.
Seeing this, Ye Cang Tian immediately became vigilant and assumed a defensive posture.
However, in the next instant, a bizarre scene unfolded. Xing Yuan swung the long sword in his hand, but it ultimately did not strike him. Instead, it plunged towards Kong Ling by his side.
Before Kong Ling could react, the long sword had already pierced his chest.
"This..."
In an instant, everyone present was stunned.
Whether it was Ye Cang Tian, Lan Yue, or Gu Hai, who was fighting Xiao Hei, their eyes widened instantly. Even Kong Ling himself was no exception!
No one had expected that Xing Yuan, who once ruled the Dark Association, would help Ye Cang Tian stab Kong Ling, and directly at a vital spot.
"Xing Yuan! What the hell do you mean by this!"
"Are you here to reap the benefits of a fisherman!"
"If you want to rule the Dark Association, you could have discussed it with me. I am heavily injured and need to go into seclusion for recovery, so I would naturally yield my position. But why must you kill me!"
Feeling his life force rapidly draining, Kong Ling roared at Xing Yuan!
He instantly understood. Xing Yuan might want to reclaim the Dark Association and simultaneously eliminate him, a powerful competitor.
It was just that he didn't understand why Xing Yuan would make a move on him now, with Po Xiao still in front of them!
Hearing this, Xing Yuan gave Kong Ling a playful smile and said indifferently, "Kong Ling, do you think my cultivation techniques would be passed on to just anyone?"
What!
With these words, Kong Ling's eyes widened, and he asked in confusion, "Did you already know his true identity?"
Ye Cang Tian also froze, then cast a questioning glance.
"Of course!"
Xing Yuan snorted lightly, then his gaze shifted to Ye Cang Tian, saying, "Kid, I didn't expect you to be so reckless, but it seems the outcome is quite good now!"
"You! You, you really knew my identity long ago?"
"I always thought I was careful in everything I did. Why did you see through my identity?"
"Also, since you saw through my identity, why didn't you kill me?"
Ye Cang Tian looked at Xing Yuan blankly and asked, bewildered.
"This is a long story. I will explain it to you later."
Xing Yuan glanced at Ye Cang Tian and continued, "His time is running out. I presume you still have questions?"
At these words, Ye Cang Tian finally reacted, nodded, and glanced at Kong Ling, saying, "Kong Ling, who exactly is that Heavenly-ranked traitor from the Yin Group!"
Ye Cang Tian had not expected such a turn of events. But with Xing Yuan's reminder, he calmed down and quickly inquired.
He had been investigating the traitor all along but had never gotten any results.
Now that the opportunity had arrived, he naturally would not miss it. And given Kong Ling's status, he should know the traitor's identity.
The traitor of the Yin Group?
Kong Ling was startled, and then a sinister smile appeared on his face.
He glanced at Ye Cang Tian and slowly said, "The traitor of the Yin Group, I do know him. I personally persuaded him back then. However, I will not reveal him!"
In Kong Ling's view, the events at the Dark Association would eventually be reported back.
Once the other party knew everything that had happened here, that person would naturally step forward to take charge and avenge him.
Therefore, he naturally would not disclose the other party's identity.
Seeing Kong Ling's mocking smile, Ye Cang Tian frowned and said, "Kong Ling, you should know that I am determined to get information about this traitor. Why do you suffer torment for the sake of a traitor?"
"Hmph! Po Xiao, use whatever means you have!"
"I will never utter a single word about that person. If you don't believe me, then try it!"
Kong Ling looked at Ye Cang Tian with disdain and said.
"..."
These words made Ye Cang Tian smile wryly.
Kong Ling was at the end of his life. If he were to use any further means, the other party might not be able to endure it, and he would be powerless.
After a moment of silence, Ye Cang Tian's face suddenly showed a smile, and he slowly said, "Kong Ling, it doesn't matter if you admit it or not. In fact, we have already locked onto a suspect."
"Hmph, you're still trying to trick me. I advise you to save your energy!"
Kong Ling glanced at Ye Cang Tian disdainfully. He had seen all sorts of situations! He recognized the other party's ulterior motives almost at a glance.
"Whether it's a trick or not, you'll know when you hear it."
"The person I'm talking about is dressed plainly, acts very mysteriously, and his codename is Chen Yi!"
Ye Cang Tian said with a smile. In reality, he didn't know whether Chen Yi or Hao Tian was the real traitor.
He was just casually mentioning one of them now.
And by observing the other party's expression, without the need for an oral reply, any abnormality in his expression would be enough to explain everything.
On the other side, sensing Ye Cang Tian's gaze, Kong Ling directly closed his eyes, chose to remain silent, and his face was completely devoid of expression.
Seeing this, the corners of Ye Cang Tian's mouth curled up slightly, and in the next moment, he burst into laughter, "Hahaha, thank you, Lord Kong Ling, for your guidance! I understand! It seems our guess was correct!"
What!
With these words, Kong Ling's eyes snapped open. He looked at Ye Cang Tian blankly and said gloomily, "What are you talking about! When did I guide you!"
Hearing this, the smile on Ye Cang Tian's face became even brighter, "The moment you opened your eyes, you told me everything."
Through Kong Ling's reaction, Ye Cang Tian had basically confirmed Chen Yi.
If the traitor were not Chen Yi, Kong Ling could have continued to keep his eyes closed and ignored him.
It was precisely because he had guessed the real traitor that Kong Ling subconsciously wanted to defend him, hence opening his eyes.
"How cunning!"
Kong Ling continued with a cold laugh, "Whoever you think it is, let it be. I have no interest in dealing with matters of the afterlife."
"Hehe, you're still trying to confuse my judgment with such an attitude. It seems it really is Chen Yi!" Ye Cang Tian smiled and said teasingly.
"I said, those are matters of the afterlife. I have no interest!"
Kong Ling's tone clearly intensified. Perhaps due to excessive agitation, he suddenly spat out a mouthful of blood, and his whole body withered even further.
On the other side, seeing that Kong Ling was clearly on his last breath, Ye Cang Tian sighed and said, "I originally intended to settle accounts with you, but I'll let it go now. The grudges between us are all settled."
After all, he was a prominent figure who controlled the Dark Association. Ye Cang Tian would still give him some face before his death.
Hmph!
Kong Ling exerted all his strength and let out a cold snort, "It's not over. If there is a next life, I will seek revenge on you..."
"I'll be waiting!"
Ye Cang Tian said indifferently. As his voice faded, Kong Ling's head lolled to the side, and he had perished.
Thump!
Just as Kong Ling breathed his last, a sound came from the other side. Gu Hai had given up his fight with the Netherworld Hunter Tiger and had knelt on the ground.
When everyone thought he was about to mourn for his master, the words that followed made everyone scorn him.