"Wan Mingxuan, I spared your life in Dragon City before, giving you a chance to mend your ways!"
"But I never expected you to become even more deranged, colluding with the Five Poisons Sect, poisoning your elders, and nearly causing irreversible consequences!"
"Today, I personally kill you, which can be considered making amends for letting you return!"
Ye Cangtian looked coldly at Wan Mingxuan, his gaze filled with killing intent.
He truly regretted sparing the man's life back then!
"Deranged? Heh..."
Wan Mingxuan sneered contemptuously and continued, "Ye Cangtian, what great ruler throughout history hasn't been considered mad? If they can, then so can I!"
As he spoke, the spiritual energy around Wan Mingxuan turned green, and he activated his Wind Element.
Even though he knew he was no match for Ye Cangtian, he still had to fight to the death!
"Hmph!"
Seeing this, Ye Cangtian let out a disdainful snort and then moved.
*Clang!*
With the clash of weapons, Wan Mingxuan's arm was severed by the Death Scythe.
Before Wan Mingxuan could recover from the pain, Ye Cangtian's large hand shot out and grabbed him by the neck.
This time, Ye Cangtian gave him no chance to fight back!
"Any last words?"
A cold voice asked. Wan Mingxuan looked at Ye Cangtian, sneered dismissively, and said, "Ye Cangtian, do you know why I lost?"
Huh?
Ye Cangtian's brow furrowed. He believed the reason for the man's failure was not what the man thought, so he asked, "Tell me."
"I lost due to timing and strength!"
Wan Mingxuan said slowly. If he had been more patient and waited until he reached the Heaven rank before acting, then no one could have shaken his position as Tower Master.
But as it was, although he had ascended to the Tower Master position, all his security relied on others.
This led him to be powerless as he watched Ye Cangtian destroy everything he had!
"I don't think so."
Ye Cangtian glanced at him and said indifferently, "Everything you've done is unforgivable. Even if you had Heaven-level strength, even if it wasn't me who appeared, your position as Tower Master would still be precarious!"
He paused and continued, "You must understand that evil deeds will ultimately lead to one's own downfall!"
"Hmph! You are the victor now, you can say whatever you want!"
"But you won't be the victor forever. One day you will fall, and when you do, all truth and disputes will be overturned!"
"I'll be waiting above to see that day arrive. Make your move!"
Wan Mingxuan snorted. In his view, justice or evil was irrelevant; victory was what mattered.
Only the victor could rewrite history and have a future.
*Crack!*
As Wan Mingxuan finished speaking, Ye Cangtian directly snapped his neck. There was no longer any need for further conversation.
The next moment, Ye Cangtian turned to Feng Lingzi and walked towards him, saying, "Senior, I'll need you to personally handle the guards outside!"
"Alright, leave it to me!"
Saying this, Feng Lingzi, along with Feng Xiang'er, left the grand hall and went to the railing on the third floor.
He scanned the densely packed guards below the tower and cleared his throat.
"I have an announcement to make. Please prepare yourselves!"
"Wan Mingxuan colluded with the Five Poisons Sect, poisoned the Second Tower Master Yi Feipeng, and imprisoned me in a secret realm within the myriad mountains, thereby seizing the position of Tower Master!"
"Now, rescued by Ye Cangtian of the Hidden Organization and Ye Zhengxuan of the Blazing Fire Academy, I have seen the light of day again and, with Ye Cangtian's help, have purged the corruption..."
"I know many of you were coerced by Wan Mingxuan. As long as you repent and make amends, I will not hold grudges..."
As Feng Lingzi's voice faded, the guards who had been filled with killing intent calmed down.
That's right, many of them had been bought off by Wan Mingxuan. But now that Wan Mingxuan was dead, what would they gain by fighting to the death?
Moreover, even if they stood their ground, their subordinates would not support them.
Now that Feng Lingzi had decided to let bygones be bygones, this was their best opportunity to turn back.
Therefore, in an instant, all the guards of the Swift Wind Tower knelt on one knee and bowed to Feng Lingzi.
Seeing this, Feng Lingzi showed a satisfied smile and said, "Alright, return to your posts and apprehend those petty thieves from the Flying Cloud Pavilion!"
As the guards dispersed, Feng Lingzi returned to the grand hall.
He and Feng Xiang'er bowed to Ye Cangtian and said, "Young man, thank you for all you've done for the Swift Wind Tower."
"Not at all, it was what I should have done."
Ye Cangtian quickly helped them up and continued with a smile, "Senior, the remaining matters are internal affairs of your Swift Wind Tower. It would be best for you to handle them personally."
Feng Lingzi nodded at this and then walked to the main seat and sat down.
The next moment, he looked at the Third Tower Master and said, "Zhenxing, I understand your actions to plan for your descendants, but you went too far, and therefore, I must punish you!"
As he spoke, his eyes darted around, and he continued, "Your entire family will be confined to the secret realm in the Myriad Mountains to reflect on your actions. None of you may leave the secret realm without my command!"
Although the Third Tower Master's offenses were such that killing him would not be an exaggeration.
However, Feng Lingzi ultimately couldn't bring himself to do it. The reason was simple: the Third Tower Master was a Heaven-rank expert, and keeping him might be useful in the future.
After all, the Flying Cloud Pavilion had already instigated trouble, and with the matter of the Four Great Seals, the ruins would likely fall into chaos soon.
If the Swift Wind Tower had more Heaven-rank experts, it would increase their chances of winning.
The Third Tower Master nodded in response.
He knew that although he had lost his freedom this time, being able to be with his family was the best outcome.
"Senior, I have something to say. I don't know if I should say it!"
Just then, Ye Cangtian's voice rang out.
Feng Lingzi looked at Ye Cangtian and gestured for him to speak, saying, "Young man, don't hesitate to speak your mind!"
Hearing this, Ye Cangtian nodded and then said, "Senior's punishment seems a bit inappropriate. It's a waste of such powerful combat strength. I believe it would be best to let the Third Tower Master atone for his crimes by rendering meritorious service!"
Atone for his crimes?
Feng Lingzi looked at Ye Cangtian with confusion and remained silent for a moment before saying, "You mean you want the Third Tower Master to lead men to clear out the petty thieves from the Flying Cloud Pavilion? Isn't that letting him off too easily?"
"Of course not."
Ye Cangtian shook his head and then asked, "Senior, before assigning a task to the Third Tower Master, let me ask you a question: what do you think of the Five Poisons Sect?"
"Wicked and heretical, they deserve to be punished by everyone!"
Feng Lingzi blurted out, his expression changing. He had already guessed Ye Cangtian's intention.
The next moment, he quickly asked, "Young man, you're not suggesting letting the Third Tower Master lead troops to destroy the Five Poisons Sect, are you?"
"Yes and no!"
Ye Cangtian continued, "To be honest, I've always wanted to destroy the Five Poisons Sect, but with the strength of the Hidden Organization alone, it's difficult to eradicate them completely. Therefore, I need to ally with some partners. I wonder if you are willing!"
Feng Lingzi fell silent.
After a long while, he finally said, "Young man, the Five Poisons Sect has five branches and one headquarters, and their influence spreads throughout the ruins. Even if we join forces, it will be difficult to eradicate them!
Of course, if the Hidden Organization deploys troops, the Swift Wind Tower will certainly not stand idly by. However, I can only say we will do our best to ensure the outcome..."
Hearing this, Ye Cangtian smiled slightly. As long as the other party was willing to cooperate, everything could be discussed.
"Senior, I won't hide anything from you. In addition to us, the Blazing Fire Academy will also cooperate with the operation."
"Furthermore, I've received accurate intelligence that the Five Poisons Sect intends to encroach upon the Imperial Dragon Villa, and the Imperial Dragon Villa despises them to the core."
"Therefore, if we take action, the Imperial Dragon Villa is very likely to lend us a hand..."
Hmm?
Upon hearing Ye Cangtian's words, Feng Lingzi's eyes began to gleam, and he started to ponder.
With three peak forces acting together, plus the Hidden Organization, which was only slightly less powerful, such a union was unprecedented.
If they couldn't even destroy the Five Poisons Sect with this alliance, it would be a colossal joke!
Thinking this, he revealed a faint smile and said, "Good, the Swift Wind Tower is willing to lend a hand to the Hidden Organization to eradicate this tumor in the ruins!"
Saying this, he glanced at the Third Tower Master standing beside him and continued, "Zhenxing, have you heard all this? Are you willing to atone for your crimes?"
The Third Tower Master nodded directly in response. He knew very well that if he made a contribution this time, his family would not have to be confined to the secret realm and lose their freedom!
Therefore, he naturally would not refuse.