Chapter 775: Threat

Inside Xuanzhou City, a deep gully stretched from the city center, directly marring its neatness, like a sudden scar appearing on a beauty's fair, jade-like cheek.

But at this moment, the people of Xuanzhou City had no mind to care about the gully; instead, they had all fallen into a dead silence.

This was because at the end of the gully, where buildings had collapsed, there was no sign of Mo Yuan.

At this moment, everyone finally confirmed that Mo Yuan had been defeated.

What followed immediately was a profound disbelief welling up from their hearts. They couldn't believe that the Heavenly Abyss Domain's renowned Divine Dwelling List prodigy had actually been defeated right before their eyes...

Moreover, the one who defeated him was merely a young man in the mid-stage of the Divine Dwelling realm!

"Mo Yuan... he actually lost..."

The Yi family members also stared at the scene in disbelief. Even powerhouses of the Heavenly Sun realm like Yi Qianji and Liu Tianying were somewhat dumbfounded.

The other young men and women were gulping uncontrollably.

They knew very well what a shocking scene this was.

If this news were to spread, it would undoubtedly cause a stir in the Heavenly Abyss Domain.

Their gaze fixed on Zhou Yuan's distant figure, and a look of awe emerged in their eyes. Especially when they recalled their earlier skepticism and disdain towards him, their faces flushed with shame, making them want to crawl into a hole.

Liu Ming, with slightly parted red lips, couldn't utter a single word. In her eyes, her brother was already a figure of pride. Yet, at this moment, gazing at Zhou Yuan's distant figure, she had to admit that even her proud brother was now completely overshadowed.

"How can he be so monstrous..." she murmured, a hint of bitterness in her voice.

Only now did she realize how naive and ridiculous her previous perceptions of Zhou Yuan had been.

"Qiu Shui truly has good judgment," Yi Qianji couldn't help but exclaim.

Earlier, all of them had questioned Yi Qiushui's decision, but Yi Qiushui had held her ground alone. And now, Yi Qianji and the others finally understood who was right.

They all knew well that if Zhou Yuan hadn't stepped forward today, their Yi family would surely have been defeated, and what they would have lost then was the position of Governor of Little Xuanzhou.

The loss would have been devastating.

Meanwhile, in the arena, Yi Qiushui's bright eyes were also sparkling with a strange brilliance as she gazed at Zhou Yuan's bare-chested, slender figure. In fact, she hadn't expected this outcome either.

She had initially only thought that Zhou Yuan's strength wouldn't be weaker than that of an ordinary late-stage Divine Dwelling expert, and hadn't truly placed all her hopes on him. But looking at it now...

This guy is truly extraordinarily powerful!

Yi Qiushui secretly let out a soft laugh, her smooth, oval face looking quite charming and captivating at this moment.

Compared to the Yi family's shock and elation, the Qiu family, at this moment, was utterly lifeless. Everyone's face was ashen, and the murderous intent in Qiu Long's eyes was almost bursting forth.

This outcome, how could they possibly accept it!

Their Qiu family had schemed tirelessly and endured for years, only now getting this opportunity. For this, they had even paid a huge price to secure the support of the Heavenly Spirit Sect and invited a Divine Dwelling List prodigy like Mo Yuan!

All of this should have been a sure thing!

But who could have known that this young man who suddenly appeared would directly tear their perfect plan into tatters...

"That little bastard!" Qiu Long's face twisted with rage.

Moreover, beneath his fury, Qiu Long also felt a lingering dread. That was due to the potential Zhou Yuan had displayed; if he was already so troublesome in just the mid-stage of the Divine Dwelling realm, how strong would he be if he reached the Heavenly Sun realm in the future?!

The Qiu family and Zhou Yuan had already become enemies. If this young man were allowed to reach the Heavenly Sun realm, that would be the true danger for their Qiu family.

Qiu Long's eyes flickered, and he said coldly, "This child cannot be allowed to live!"

Murderous intent emanated from him.

Thus, the moment his words fell, Qiu Long suddenly took a step forward, and powerful Genesis Qi erupted from heaven and earth, as if forming a giant radiant sun behind him, its light covering a hundred miles.

"What a ruthless and vicious young man!"

"Mo Yuan is a distinguished disciple of the Heavenly Spirit Sect. You dare to sever his arm? Today, I will capture you and hand you over to the Heavenly Spirit Sect for judgment!"

Qiu Long's furious voice resounded throughout Xuanzhou City. He was also cunning, directly invoking the name of the Heavenly Spirit Sect to intimidate everyone. After all, in this Heavenly Abyss Domain, the Heavenly Spirit Sect's status was not something anyone dared to challenge.

As his shout echoed, Qiu Long struck out with a palm, and brilliant Genesis Qi roared forth, directly transforming into a giant Genesis Qi palm which swept towards Zhou Yuan in an overwhelming grasp.

On that giant Genesis Qi palm, an extremely scorching fluctuation emanated. It was Heavenly Sun Qi, which only condenses within the Divine Dwelling after one enters the Heavenly Sun realm. This Qi is supremely potent and positive, capable of burning mountains and boiling seas, its power limitless.

From this, it was clear that Qiu Long was holding nothing back in his attack, full of murderous intent.

Qiu Long's move caught everyone by surprise. Even Zhou Yuan was startled, but then immediately, his eyes turned cold, and his figure darted out like a ghost, appearing beside Qiu Ling.

Qiu Ling's expression changed, and he quickly retreated.

But Zhou Yuan let out a cold laugh and swiftly, like lightning, grabbed Qiu Ling by the throat, then lifted him up and said coldly, "If you want him dead, then come at me!"

The giant Genesis Qi palm descending from the void suddenly paused.

Qiu Long's face twisted, and he roared, "Little bastard, let go of my son!"

"Qiu Long, how dare you!"

However, at this moment, Yi Qianji also recovered his senses and immediately roared in fury. His figure moved, appearing in the arena. With a flick of his sleeve, a surging torrent of Genesis Qi roared out, directly blasting the giant Genesis Qi palm into pieces.

Liu Tianying also appeared and chuckled, "Qiu Long, you are the head of the Qiu family after all. To attack a junior in front of so many people, are you trying to bring shame to your Qiu family?"

Qiu Long's eyes were gloomy, and he felt immense regret. It truly was the best opportunity to kill Zhou Yuan earlier, but who could have known that this young man was so vigilant and cunning that he would directly seize Qiu Ling, forcing Qiu Long to hold back.

At this moment, the countless spectators in Xuanzhou City finally snapped back to their senses and immediately erupted in boos. Qiu Long's action was indeed too undignified.

How could they not see that Qiu Long couldn't tolerate the Qiu family's defeat and wanted to vent his anger on Zhou Yuan?

Hearing the scornful jeers, Qiu Long's face twitched, but he had a thick skin and pretended not to hear. He merely stared coldly at Yi Qianji and Liu Tianying, saying, "This young man is malicious. He just broke Mo Yuan's arm; how can he not be punished?"

Yi Qianji sneered, "In a battlefield, it's always a matter of life and death. Do you think this is a game?"

Qiu Long cast a chilling glance at Zhou Yuan and said expressionlessly, "Yi Qianji, Mo Yuan's master is Ancient Flame Governor of the Heavenly Spirit Sect. I'm sure you know what his temper is like."

Yi Qianji frowned deeply, his expression turning grim. He naturally knew the great name of Ancient Flame. Among the nine mansions of the Heavenly Spirit Sect, Ancient Flame was one of the nine governors, a powerhouse of the Nascent Source realm.

However, this person was narrow-minded and extremely protective of his subordinates. He was notoriously difficult to provoke in the Heavenly Abyss Domain.

Seeing Yi Qianji's expression, Qiu Long's tone softened, and a faint voice rang out.

"Zhou Yuan crippled Mo Yuan's arm; this matter requires an explanation. If your Yi family doesn't want Ancient Flame Governor to personally come knocking, then hand Zhou Yuan over to me first. I will personally deliver him to Ancient Flame Governor, and out of respect for Ancient Flame Governor's prestige, he should only administer a minor punishment."

"So, Yi Qianji, don't make a mistake that harms yourself!"

"Hand him over!"

In his voice was a strong hint of threat.