“Tian Can, you’re going too far!”
“Everything we found in the tomb has been given to you. The rest is what we accumulated over time, and it’s not much, just enough for daily necessities…”
Upon hearing this, Xuan Bing erupted in fury.
Having humbly handed over all his treasures was already a profound humiliation for him.
Yet, Tian Can was still not satisfied and was escalating the demands. This action was truly unbearable for Xuan Bing.
Even if Tian Can Tower was powerful, they should at least have some bottom line!
“You’re not convinced? Then there’s nothing I can do.”
Tian Can sneered dismissively and turned to Duan Dao, saying, “Old buddy, I’ll leave this to you.”
“Wait…”
Seeing Duan Dao drawing his weapon and approaching with an evil smile, Xuan Bing quickly extended his arm to stop him.
It was absolutely not worth fighting Tian Can Tower at this moment. With Tian Can presiding, they would have no chance of winning.
Approaching further, Xuan Bing told everyone to do as Tian Can said and hand over their Qiankun bags.
There was no other way; their lives were far more important than mere possessions.
Seeing Xuan Bing back down, Tian Can’s face showed a hint of triumphant amusement and he gestured for Duan Dao to halt temporarily.
Then, his gaze flickered to Ye Cangtian, who had been watching the entire spectacle.
“Ye Cangtian, don’t pretend you don’t see.”
“They’ve all handed over their Qiankun bags, why haven’t you?”
“Do you think the Yin Group can protect you?”
Tian Can’s voice reached him. Ye Cangtian smiled faintly and said, “Tian Can, you’re just a stray dog. What right do you have to bark at me!”
You!
With that single sentence, Tian Can’s face turned crimson with rage.
His greatest humiliation in life was being defeated by Po Xiao and having Tian Can Tower destroyed.
Now, Ye Cangtian’s provocation struck a raw nerve, making him furious.
“Ye Cangtian, you’re excellent, full of character. I’m telling you now, even if you hand over your Qiankun bag, you will die today!”
Tian Can said venomously.
Originally, he hadn’t intended to kill Ye Cangtian, as Ye Cangtian was a member of the Yin Group.
Although the Yin Group didn’t rule the Dark Ruins, they had considerable influence within the ruins. In Tian Can Tower’s current state, Tian Can did not want to completely offend the Yin Group.
But Ye Cangtian was too audacious; he could no longer tolerate it.
“Tian Can, you’re not the only one who wants me dead, there are many others!”
“But I am still alive and well, while those who came to attack me are already dead and gone.”
“You and Duan Dao are both injured. Are you sure you can keep me here?”
Ye Cangtian glanced at Tian Can with a hint of mockery in his eyes and spoke slowly.
At the same time, listening to the exchange between Ye Cangtian and Tian Can, the people of the Anti-Dark Alliance slowed down their pace in producing their Qiankun bags.
Ye Cangtian was clearly capable of fighting a Di-level expert, and both Tian Can and Duan Dao were injured. It was uncertain who would win.
If Ye Cangtian emerged victorious, their belongings would be safe.
“Hmph, some gaps are only realized when it’s too late!”
Tian Can snorted lightly, turned to look at Duan Dao, and tapped his finger.
Understanding Tian Can’s gesture, Duan Dao immediately moved without a word towards Ye Cangtian.
Duan Dao wore an icy smile. Ye Cangtian’s reputation was considerable, but he didn’t take it seriously.
Through a secret technique, he could unleash the combat power of a Di-level realm. Even if Ye Cangtian had one foot in the Di-level realm, he would never be his match.
“You’re so slow. If you’re here to die, don’t you know to hurry?”
“Haven’t you heard, the sooner you die, the sooner you reincarnate?”
Ye Cangtian glanced at Duan Dao and said irritably.
Hearing this, Duan Dao was instantly enraged. He let out a furious roar and suddenly flashed forward.
Simultaneously, his old, withered hand reached out, aiming directly for Ye Cangtian’s neck.
*Snap!*
The next moment, a light sound was heard. Duan Dao’s hand missed its target. Ye Cangtian had easily evaded Duan Dao’s attack.
This was not the end. Ye Cangtian’s large hand suddenly shot out, instantly grabbing Duan Dao by the neck. The speed was so great that everyone around couldn’t react.
*Crack.*
A crisp sound echoed. Duan Dao’s neck snapped, and Ye Cangtian casually tossed him aside. He didn’t stir again.
“This…”
Seeing such a scene, Xuan Bing and the others’ eyes widened in disbelief.
Duan Dao’s strength was not to be underestimated. Even if he was slightly careless against Ye Cangtian, he shouldn’t have been killed in a single move.
On the other side, Tian Can’s eyes also widened. The sudden, unexpected turn of events left him stunned.
Immediately after, Tian Can’s face flushed rapidly, and the killing intent in his eyes intensified.
Who was Duan Dao?
He was Tian Can’s brother for decades. Even after Tian Can Tower’s foundation was destroyed, with Duan Dao by his side, Tian Can was confident of rising again.
This alone showed the importance of Duan Dao to Tian Can.
Yet, such a person was instantly killed by Ye Cangtian in one move. For a moment, Tian Can’s hatred surpassed even his hatred for Po Xiao!
“Ye Cangtian, I, Tian Can, swear here today to take your head and pay respects to my brother!”
With a roar, Tian Can glanced at the remaining guards around him and ordered, “All guards, listen up! Kill Ye Cangtian at all costs. Anyone who disobeys will be personally sent on their way by me!”
His voice spread, and the shivering Tian Can Tower guards immediately snapped back to their senses and drew their weapons.
Although Ye Cangtian was powerful and they dared not face him, Tian Can had lost control. If they didn’t follow orders, they would likely be annihilated on the spot.
Therefore, they had no choice but to brace themselves and charge forward, as it was at least their only hope of survival.
“Xuan Bing, if not now, then when!”
Ye Cangtian roared, and his figure shot out like an arrow.
Since they had crossed paths with Tian Can Tower today, he might as well destroy them completely.
However, with his strength alone, it wouldn’t be easy to annihilate Tian Can Tower. If they were routed and scattered, he would be spread too thin.
Thus, he had to mobilize the Anti-Dark Alliance. The harsh demands Tian Can had made earlier were still fresh in his mind, and he was confident the Anti-Dark Alliance would not refuse.
“Kill!”
Ye Cangtian was the first to charge, and Xuan Bing immediately shouted a kill command.
Then, he led his men into the fray.
Xuan Bing had long been fed up with Tian Can’s tyranny. Now that Ye Cangtian had taken the initiative and possessed the ability to challenge a Di-level expert, he decided to take a gamble.
If they won the gamble, the Anti-Dark Alliance’s assets would be preserved.
If they lost, it wouldn’t be a loss.
At least in his twilight years, he had felt the passion of fighting alongside a rising star. A glorious death would be the best outcome.
“You old cur, I’ll deal with you first!”
Seeing Xuan Bing lead his men into battle, with Tian Can Tower guards falling into pools of blood, Tian Can, who was preparing to ambush Ye Cangtian, suddenly became enraged.
With the strength of Tian Can Tower, the cost of surrounding and eliminating Ye Cangtian wouldn’t be too high.
As long as the regular guards could keep Ye Cangtian’s attention occupied, he could launch a surprise attack from the shadows.
But with Xuan Bing’s intervention, Tian Can Tower’s guards were forced to shift their focus to the Anti-Dark Alliance.
The Anti-Dark Alliance had a similar number of people to the Tian Can Tower guards, and these guards were not the elites of Tian Can Tower, their combat power being limited, resulting in heavy casualties.
These were Tian Can Tower’s remaining forces. Seeing them being wiped out, how could Tian Can endure it?
The next moment, he brandished his katana and charged into the fray.