Chapter 753: Night Raid

Horses, with Genesis Qi surging beneath their hooves, galloped past at lightning speed, as if taking flight.

Yi Qiushui rode a tall, powerful horse, her upper body held straight. Her clothes, clinging to her body, revealed a slender waist and prominent curves, while her legs were long and straight.

Her appearance and demeanor were both exceptional. Although Zhou Yuan was somewhat immune to Yi Qiushui's charms, having grown accustomed to the flawless beauty of Yaoyao, in the eyes of Mu Chao and the other young masters from various families in Xiaoxuan Province, Yi Qiushui was undoubtedly their goddess. Otherwise, they would not have risked offending the Qiu family by following her all this way.

Of course, more importantly, the Yi family's strength was also considerable. Although their foundation in Xiaoxuan Province was not as deep as the Qiu family's, a senior member of the Yi family held a significant position in the Tianyuan Region. Therefore, if they could win Yi Qiushui's favor, it would be a great benefit to their respective families.

"In another day, we will reach Xuanzhou City," Yi Qiushui said, gazing into the distance with her bright eyes. "If Qiu Ji and his group haven't given up, then tonight will be their last chance to act."

Hearing this, Mu Chao and the others' expressions all became stern.

They did not doubt Yi Qiushui's judgment. In Xiaoxuan Province, probably no one was unaware of the Yi family's young lady's intelligence. When the Yi family first arrived, it was precisely due to her strategizing that they managed to establish a firm foothold. If it weren't for the sudden accident involving the Yi family head this time, in a few more years, the true leading family in Xiaoxuan Province would likely have shifted from the Qiu family to the Yi family.

"Given Qiu Ji and his group's strength, it won't be easy for them to simply overwhelm us," Yi Qiushui said softly. "However, I'm concerned they might bring in unknown outside help."

Mu Chao said, "Almost all of the Qiu family's forces are currently stationed in Xuanzhou City, making it difficult to deploy them externally. And the local families in Xiaoxuan Province probably wouldn't dare to easily meddle in the competition between our two families. I've racked my brain, but I can't think of any overt force that would assist Qiu Ji."

Yi Qiushui lightly bit her red lip with her pearly teeth. This unconscious gesture was full of charm, drawing Mu Chao's gaze and making his eyes much more fervent.

"Regardless, we must be fully prepared tonight," she said.

Yi Qiushui's pretty face was solemn. Her gaze suddenly flickered to a carriage at the back, where Zhou Yuan was inside. For some reason, at a moment like this, she found herself thinking of him.

Perhaps it was because Zhou Yuan was the first man she had ever met who dared to so boldly demand things from her.

Mu Chao, who had been observing Yi Qiushui, noticed her gaze. He immediately felt a little uncomfortable and asked in a teasing tone, "Qiushui, you're not actually taking that kid's words seriously, are you?"

The other men and women nearby also chuckled softly. Over the past few days, Zhou Yuan had undoubtedly become their topic of conversation.

Yi Qiushui smiled faintly, withdrawing her gaze. She had excellent self-restraint and had never mocked Zhou Yuan, although deep down, she harbored considerable doubt about his claims.

"Miss, that guy hasn't even shown his face these past few days. He even needs someone to deliver his food," said Zhao Yue, Yi Qiushui's personal guard, who was following closely.

At this, she subtly pouted and said, "It feels like we've invited an ancestor here."

Yi Qiushui couldn't help but smile, giving her a sidelong glance, and said, "He saved Dong'er. If we really have to serve him like an ancestor, so be it."

Zhao Yue felt a bit helpless. It was fortunate it was Yi Qiushui; otherwise, if it were anyone else, they probably would have driven that fellow away long ago.

"Sister Yue, please remind Zhou Yuan that something might happen tonight," Yi Qiushui said after pondering for a moment. "We might not be able to look after him then. Tell him to find an opportunity to leave on his own if he finds the situation going awry."

If a major battle breaks out tonight, it will undoubtedly be extremely fierce. Zhou Yuan's strength is unknown, and he's severely injured; a single misstep could easily mean his end here.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Yue's helplessness deepened. But since it was Yi Qiushui's instruction, she could only turn her horse around and quickly approach the carriage. She then conveyed Yi Qiushui's message, and without even waiting for Zhou Yuan's reply, she rode away.

Inside the carriage.

Zhou Yuan slowly opened his eyes. He sensed within his body and saw that his Divine Dwelling had once again become brilliantly bright. Vast and powerful Genesis Qi flowed within it, transforming into countless shimmering Genesis Qi stars.

All the injuries in his physical body had also fully recovered at this moment.

Now, he had finally regained all his strength.

Moreover, he could clearly feel that after this severe injury, both his Genesis Qi foundation and his physical body had improved somewhat.

"Tonight, huh..."

Zhou Yuan's eyes flickered slightly. It seemed Xuanzhou City was not far off now. Once he reached Xuanzhou City, he should also find an opportunity to understand the current situation of the Tianyuan Region.

The night was cool.

Faint moonlight illuminated the sleeping camp, with only the remnants of bonfires flickering.

In the darkness, figures quietly moved like specters, converging from all directions and gradually surrounding the camp.

A figure made a gesture.

Instantly, the dark figures shot out like wolves, directly charging into the camp. Sharp arcs of Genesis Qi then whistled towards the tents.

However, the moment those Genesis Qi attacks shattered the tents, a cold light suddenly appeared inside, and figures shot out, clashing with the dark assailants.

Boom! Boom!

Instantly, the sounds of clashing Genesis Qi shattered the tranquility of the night.

The two groups fought intensely. Screams echoed one after another, and the scent of blood permeated the camp.

Yi Qiushui, Zhao Yue, Mu Chao, and others gathered together, repelling all the surging dark figures.

However, Yi Qiushui did not show any signs of relaxation. Her eyes fixed on the darkness not far away, where Qiu Ji's figure slowly emerged.

"Yi Qiushui, I told you, you wouldn't reach Xuanzhou City," Qiu Ji said indifferently. His sinister gaze appeared exceptionally terrifying in the dark night.

Yi Qiushui's narrow eyes slightly squinted, and she calmly said, "Qiu Ji, with your strength, you can't defeat us."

Qiu Ji grinned and said, "Of course not. Yi Qiushui, you're at the mid-stage Divine Dwelling realm, having opened eight Divine Dwellings. In Xiaoxuan Province, there are indeed very few people at the same level who can surpass you."

Although Qiu Ji himself was at the mid-stage Divine Dwelling realm, he had only opened six Divine Dwellings. In every aspect, he was inferior to Yi Qiushui. However, no significant concern was apparent on his face.

Yi Qiushui held her long sword, from which blood was dripping. Her eyes slightly lowered, she said, "Then why bother coming here just to die in vain?"

"Or is it because you found external help that you're so confident? But in today's Xiaoxuan Province, I don't think any family would be willing to meddle in the conflict between the Yi and Qiu families, would they?"

Qiu Ji chuckled, "What these families are best at is self-preservation. Before our two families determine a victor, it's naturally impossible to expect their full support."

"So, I didn't place any hope in them."

Yi Qiushui's graceful brows furrowed slightly, and she slowly said, "If not these overt families, then it must be some covert forces in Xiaoxuan Province?"

Qiu Ji chuckled, "As expected of the Yi family's young lady, your mind is truly sharp."

He stretched out his palm and clapped gently.

Instantly, wild Genesis Qi surged through the air. Yi Qiushui lifted her pretty face, and her expression subtly changed as she saw dozens of figures cloaked in dark red, standing on the branches of a large tree not far away.

At the forefront, a figure stood with arms crossed, a hideous scar on his face making him appear extremely fierce. At the same time, an immensely powerful Genesis Qi fluctuation slowly emanated from his body.

Mu Chao, Zhao Yue, and the others watched the figures in dark red cloaks, their expressions changing dramatically.

As for Yi Qiushui, she took a deep breath, biting her silver teeth slightly, and a cold voice rang out.

"So, it's the most notorious… Wind Devil Bandits of Xiaoxuan Province."