The Blood Fiend Gang members grew even more excited upon hearing that Viper and Scorpion's master was also present.
Their master was a Grandmaster-level expert, renowned throughout the martial world and a top figure in the assassin community.
"Senior Brother, should we make a move and finish him off while we have the chance?"
Scorpion felt a sense of urgency.
Viper remained silent, but a fierce glint appeared in his eyes.
"No need to rush. Let him revel in his brief moment of triumph. When he's exhausted, that will be our prime opportunity to strike!"
Viper sneered, "Besides, I heard from over there that the woman accompanying this brat is quite beautiful. If we capture her, it would surely be a most enjoyable endeavor."
"It seems I must abduct her when the time is right."
"Hahaha, exactly, exactly!"
The other two chuckled lewdly.
It had been a long time since something like this had happened.
"You brat, you actually crippled my grandson. You truly are audacious!"
Blood Fiend looked at Zhou Xuan, his voice icy cold, wishing he could tear him limb from limb right then and there.
"Crippled?" Zhou Xuan shook his head. "His life should have ended long ago. I merely expedited his journey."
"Hmph, I hope you don't beg for mercy from me later. I will certainly make you regret what you've done today!"
As Blood Fiend's words fell, dozens of experts suddenly emerged from the surroundings, each radiating a terrifying aura, as if Asuras had descended.
Zhou Xuan's face showed surprise.
He had initially thought that only Viper, Scorpion, and the Blood Fiend Gang leader were present.
It seemed he had been mistaken; there were other masters here.
"Zhou Xuan, I didn't expect you to provoke the Blood Fiend Gang. You won't be leaving here alive today."
It was Viper speaking.
Viper's gaze was fixed on Zhou Xuan.
He already knew that Zhou Xuan possessed a miraculous cultivation technique, one that countered the body-tempering arts that Blood Wolf had practiced.
Under such circumstances, even if dozens of them joined forces, they might not be able to defeat Zhou Xuan.
He was also calculating that by having one party restrain Zhou Xuan while another drew his attention, Zhou Xuan would be unable to escape.
Zhou Xuan sneered, "I haven't had the chance to witness the strength of your Blood Fiend Gang yet."
"Haha, young man, you are too arrogant. Do you truly believe that someone of your mere Transcendence realm can contend against the Blood Fiend Gang?"
"Let me tell you, our Blood Fiend Gang is far more than you can afford to offend."
"Furthermore, you will absolutely not leave here alive!"
"Old man Blood Fiend, why waste so many words? This is a martial arts arena. If you dare to bring your men to kill me mid-match, you won't be able to survive in the Silver Triangle."
Wang Sheng and Bai Li Lie also secretly mobilized their forces, notifying Lin Zhilong.
Zhou Xuan coldly scoffed, "Come on, let your two helpers join as well. Whoever that Viper and Scorpion fellow is, get up here! I'm in a hurry!"
These words of utter contempt, spoken from Zhou Xuan's superior position, caused Viper and Scorpion to exchange glances before immediately leaping onto the stage.
"I haven't seen anyone in the Silver Triangle dare to challenge my junior brother and me simultaneously. Kid, you're quite boastful!"
"Alas, today you shall see. This young master is here to broaden your horizons."
Viper and Scorpion's brows furrowed as they both attacked!
"Hmph!"
"Bang bang bang..."
A series of deafening sounds erupted, and the fierce shockwaves of air sent dust flying on the arena. The figures of the two continuously dodged each other's attacks, and for a time, it was impossible to determine a victor!
"Both my junior brother and I have mastered the Diamond Shield from the Gu Yang Divine Skill! You, a mere sprout, actually think you can defeat me with this technique? You're practically courting death!" Viper roared.
"Diamond Shield? Heh, how laughable! You two, who haven't even grasped the fundamentals of your own martial arts, have the nerve to call yourselves practitioners of the Gu Yang Divine Skill?"
"The foundation of your technique is merely a fragment left behind by an ancient mighty being!"
Zhou Xuan's words momentarily stunned Viper and Scorpion.
Were the divine arts that were revered in the Silver Triangle and by their master actually worthless remnants from some Chinese martial arts masters?
This reality was difficult for them to accept!
"With just this little skill, you still aspire to master the Gu Yang Yang Divine Skill's Golden Bell Shield? Truly pathetic!"
"Damn it!" Viper snapped, "I don't think you're qualified to know about the Diamond Shield!"
"Words are meaningless. Let's settle this with our fists!"
"Oh? Then I shall give it a try!"
Zhou Xuan chuckled, "To uphold the orthodoxy of Chinese martial arts, I truly must show you some skill. Otherwise, if you haven't seen good things and mistake trash for treasure, I will also feel great pain."
Zhou Xuan's words struck a nerve, enraging Viper and Scorpion to the point where their Dao heart almost faltered, and they were on the verge of uttering profanities.
The two clashed again, and after several more fierce exchanges, Viper finally fell into a disadvantageous position!
"How is it? Have you practiced the Diamond Shield to the fourth level?" Zhou Xuan asked casually.
"Hmph! Don't think you can defeat me just because of this!" Viper gritted his teeth.
"I simply enjoy defeating you!"
Viper and Scorpion once again became entangled in combat!
"Boom!"
"Boom!"
"Rumble--"
Within a few moves, Zhou Xuan had integrated the Nine Yang Divine Skill with the ultimate technique of the Golden Bell Shield.
With the perfect fusion of pure Yang true energy and the Golden Bell Shield, Viper and Scorpion found themselves unable to even get close to Zhou Xuan, let alone defeat him.
"Damn it! Why are you only attacking and not defending?"
Zhou Xuan grinned maliciously, "What? I'm being shameless. When this match ends, no matter what, you won't be able to harm me!"
"I will win!"
Viper and Scorpion were helpless. After exchanging a look, they unleashed their ultimate techniques.
Zhou Xuan, after their combined efforts, was no match for them. The Golden Bell Shield was forcibly repelled.
He then beckoned to the two, "Come on."
"The second level of the Golden Bell Shield's defense, Viper's Spitting Tongue."
This was Scorpion's most formidable ultimate technique, and also Viper's most powerful.
"The third level of the Golden Bell Shield, the Body-Protecting Mystic Qi."
This Body-Protecting Mystic Qi could make the entire body as solid as an iron barrel, making it difficult to damage unless using common martial arts projectiles or hidden weapons.
"Zhou Xuan, watch! Now that your protective technique is gone, let's see how we can kill you in one move!"
Seeing Viper and Scorpion's ultimate techniques, a smile appeared on Zhou Xuan's lips.
He could still withstand such powerful moves for a while. He would think of other strategies after the match ended.
Just as Zhou Xuan finished his thought, he felt two sharp palm winds rushing towards him.
He immediately crossed his arms in a defensive posture, simultaneously channeling the Nine Yang Divine Skill and the Nine Yang Divine Palm.
This was his most proficient fighting style.
The two ultimate techniques struck Zhou Xuan's arms, only to be repelled. Both Viper and Scorpion were knocked back several steps.
They exchanged a glance and charged forward again.