The night.
Nancy and Gui Wu returned.
Ye Cangtian, unwilling to blindly trust, specifically asked Nancy and Gui Wu to investigate Chen Shengcai and gather more information.
Upon their return, the two women immediately approached Ye Cangtian.
The information provided by the woman earlier was largely accurate. Chen Shengcai had a very poor reputation on Moon Island, known for bullying the weak and oppressing the good, having committed countless misdeeds. The islanders harbored resentment but dared not speak out.
Furthermore, the two women gathered two more pieces of information.
First, to board Sun Island, one required a permit personally issued by Chen Shengcai.
Second, it seemed an assassin had recently arrived on Moon Island, and Chen Shengcai was mobilizing his men to hunt this assassin...
After briefly recounting their findings, Gui Wu glanced at Ye Cangtian and asked, "When do you plan to make your move?"
Ye Cangtian was already seeking revenge against Tingfeng Tower. Now, with Chen Shengcai's wickedness, it was only natural for Ye Cangtian to dispense justice while he was at it.
Upon hearing this, Ye Cangtian smiled and said, "Better late than never, I want to act today. After all, our time is limited. But the problem is, I'm also very interested in that assassin..."
"Heh, I advise you to mind your own business. Although your goals likely involve eliminating Chen Shengcai, it's best not to get involved!"
"Besides, anyone being pursued by disciples of Tingfeng Tower is likely not very strong!"
"Even if you contact them, it probably won't help your mission."
Listening to Ye Cangtian, Gui Wu said indifferently.
Ye Cangtian was silent for a moment, then slowly nodded. Gui Wu's words held some truth.
He then dismissed the thought.
Afterward, Ye Cangtian, Gui Wu, and Nancy left the room.
Not long after, the trio, taking advantage of the night, infiltrated the City Lord's Mansion.
However, before they could even locate Chen Shengcai's exact position, an alarm sounded. Seeing this, the three immediately concealed themselves in a corner.
The next moment, the dark City Lord's Mansion was bathed in light.
Immediately, a black figure burst out of the study within the mansion. Before they could escape the premises, they were surrounded by disciples of Tingfeng Tower.
"How could it be her!"
Seeing the bronze mask on the black figure's face, Ye Cangtian's eyes widened.
He had never expected to see Huang Yi here.
The opinion from the Dark Association's headquarters had not yet been conveyed.
Ye Cangtian had arrived here ahead of schedule. Before this, there shouldn't have been any other members of the Dark Association here.
Why was Huang Yi appearing here?
Ye Cangtian was somewhat bewildered. Subjectively, he felt this matter was definitely not arranged by Zi Long.
The reason was simple: Zi Long was aware of Tingfeng Tower's strength, and Ye Cangtian was about to move against Tingfeng Tower. At this time, Zi Long would never send a Huang-level member.
Firstly, to avoid alerting the enemy.
Secondly, even if a Huang-level member were sent, Zi Long should have communicated with him to avoid disrupting his plans.
Thinking of these, Ye Cangtian became even more puzzled as to why the other party was here and what their clandestine mission was.
"Save her?"
On the other side, after seeing the Dark Association mask, Gui Wu glanced at Ye Cangtian and asked.
"Heh."
Nancy pouted, giving Gui Wu a look akin to staring at an idiot.
In her opinion, Ye Cangtian belonged to the Stealth Group, and the other party was from the Dark Association. They were irreconcilable enemies, and she would be glad if the other party died.
Little did she know that Ye Cangtian had a dual identity?
"Let's wait and see."
Ye Cangtian said. After all, Nancy was still present, and she was unaware of his dual identity, so it was best to avoid making a move.
Of course, if Huang Yi couldn't hold on any longer, he couldn't just watch.
After all, Shangguan Yun was very fond of Huang Yi. As a brother, he couldn't just stand by and watch his brother's beloved fall into someone else's hands.
*Clap! Clap! Clap!*
Applause sounded. The disciples of Tingfeng Tower made way, and a middle-aged man walked out.
A playful smile adorned his face as he mockingly said, "Little thief, trying to lure me away with a diversion, you're still too green!"
Huang Yi scanned the people around them, then focused on the man, questioning him with a grim expression, "Chen Shengcai, do you recognize the mask I'm wearing?"
"Recognize it. Isn't it the mask of a Huang-level member of the Dark Association?"
"What's so great about that?"
"Do you think the Dark Association will avenge a mere Huang-level member like you if I kill you?"
Chen Shengcai's smile turned disdainful upon hearing this.
Huang-level members were plentiful in the Dark Association; they had as many as they wanted. Why would they care about this one?
Besides, this person was here to steal and assassinate. If the Dark Association didn't want to get involved, they wouldn't publicize the matter.
Therefore, Chen Shengcai felt no apprehension towards the bronze mask.
"Hmph! You can try to see if the Dark Association will avenge me!"
Huang Yi snorted. Although she spoke defiantly, her small hands clenched into fists, betraying her inner panic.
All of this did not escape Chen Shengcai's eyes.
Because of this, Chen Shengcai's smile widened, and a wicked glint gradually appeared in his eyes as he scanned Huang Yi's figure.
After a moment, he said, "Actually, I don't like violence. As long as you take off your mask and behave yourself, your life might be spared!"
"Pfft!"
Sensing his gaze, Huang Yi realized his ill intentions and her expression turned cold. She said, "Shameless! If you have the guts, come at me. Let's see how I'll kill you!"
"Heh, still a wild horse. I like that..."
Chen Shengcai gave a wicked smile and waved his hand, saying, "Brothers, leave her to you. Remember not to hurt her face!"
With that, the disciples of Tingfeng Tower surrounding them charged forward without hesitation.
...
In the corner.
Ye Cangtian watched Huang Yi fall back, his brow furrowed. "Let's go, help her!"
As he spoke, Ye Cangtian tore off a piece of cloth, masked his face, and then stepped out.
Seeing this, Gui Wu and Nancy followed suit, masking themselves and following.
"What a day, one incident after another!"
On the other side, Chen Shengcai, who had been observing the entire time, immediately noticed Ye Cangtian and the other two. Seeing that all three were masked, he knew they were uninvited guests.
"Chen Shengcai, I'm not one for unnecessary action. Be obedient, and perhaps I'll spare your dog's life!"
Ye Cangtian glanced at Chen Shengcai and said indifferently.
"Heh, who do we have here! Everyone's got a bigger mouth than the last!"
"You dare threaten me on my own turf? It seems you don't know how you're going to die!"
"Fine, seeing as you've brought two more young ladies, I can give you a quick end. State your name! I don't kill nameless spirits..."
Chen Shengcai was amused by Ye Cangtian's words, but as his gaze swept over Nancy and Gui Wu, his eyes immediately revealed a look of greed.
Although he couldn't see the full appearance of the two women, their perfectly rounded yet slender legs, their delicate waists, and their near-perfect figures were truly irresistible to him.
"Heh, little ghost, he's got his eyes on you. What do you think should be done?"
Ye Cangtian, instead of getting angry, looked at Gui Wu teasingly.
He hadn't intended to personally deal with a minor character like Chen Shengcai. Now that the man was ignorantly lusting after the two women, he was truly helping.
Little ghost?
Gui Wu glared fiercely at Ye Cangtian. Although she knew Ye Cangtian was trying to conceal his identity by calling her that, the moniker was truly unacceptable.
However, she didn't express her displeasure publicly.
She turned to Nancy and said, "Little Xi, did you hear that? That scumbag has his eyes on us. Can you tolerate that?"
"I..."
Nancy's eyes widened instantly. She truly couldn't tolerate this, but Gui Wu's lazy attitude of pushing the responsibility onto her made her even more annoyed.
She merely let out a soft snort and said nothing more.
Seeing this, Gui Wu's face darkened, and she said softly, "Little Xi, don't tell me you're itching for a spanking again? Perhaps when we get back, sister can help you relax?"
"You..."
Her words instantly ignited Nancy's anger, but knowing she wasn't Gui Wu's match, she could only grit her teeth in frustration and step forward.
Rather than be abused by Gui Wu, she might as well step out and abuse someone else, channeling her frustration.
"Oh, damn it! Kid, you're quite shameless!"
"You actually let a woman make a move? Are you even a man?"
On the other side, Chen Shengcai's expression changed when he saw Nancy step forward. He gritted his teeth and shouted at Ye Cangtian.
He was already infuriated that the other party hadn't revealed his name.
Now, to let a woman make a move was clearly a sign of disrespect, which he absolutely could not tolerate.
However, Nancy on the opposite side didn't waste any words and immediately attacked.
Her figure flickered instantly, closing in on Chen Shengcai.
At the same time, a silver cross longsword appeared in her hand.
*Clang!*
In just one exchange, Nancy knocked away Chen Shengcai's saber, her sword pointing directly at his throat.
In an instant, Chen Shengcai was stunned. He was a late-stage Xuan-level expert, yet he was subdued in a single round. He found this outcome utterly unacceptable.