Chapter 713: Great Turmoil

Chu Feng has set his sights on Stab Heaven, a hunting organization operating in the shadows. His decision to single-handedly challenge this colossal entity has sent shockwaves across the starry sky. He demonstrated immense power, showing no fear of the Dark Saint's threats. His response was immediate and direct: he publicly refined a seed-level hunter from their lineage. At the same time, many realized he was holding members of the Deity, Xilin, and Netherworld races captive.

This night was destined to be anything but peaceful. Chu Feng's challenge to a formidable assassin organization, along with his pronouncements and actions, left many deeply moved and speechless for a long time.

"Ignorant Earth native, you understand nothing! You disrespect the kings and saints of the dark domain, and you will regret it. The fate awaiting you will be wretched; at times, you will find that misery ten or even a hundred times more terrifying than death itself!" the Sub-Saint-level Dark Hunter's hoarse, demonic voice resonated from beneath his black robe. Then, a pair of eyes, like black holes, swept across, bringing the conversation to an end.

Chu Feng retorted, "I have a saying for you: choosing the wrong opponent will be the sorrow of your lives. The so-called Stab Heaven is destined to crumble, and your so-called assassin sacred land will ultimately turn to ashes."

The Dark Saint offered no reply, simply disappearing from the Primal Beast Platform. Only a chilling string of sneers, filled with disdain and contempt, lingered as he departed. In his estimation, Chu Feng was utterly insignificant. He believed that even a low-level Golden Body hunter dispatched by them could easily eliminate Chu Feng, let alone pose a threat to their ancient lineage, which had existed for countless eons.

In reality, many across the starry sky viewed Chu Feng as walking a tightrope. He was safe as long as he remained on Earth, but once he ventured out, he would face endless dark pursuits. No matter how powerful he was, could he truly evade one unforeseen attack after another? Assassins were most terrifying precisely because they didn't engage in direct power struggles; instead, they delivered a fatal blow when it mattered most.

This incident caused a massive stir on the Primal Beast Platform, sparking heated discussions among all races. The commotion was brewing, sweeping across all major platforms. Many evolutionary sects were already aware, and even numerous seasoned powerhouses looked surprised, finding Chu Feng utterly reckless. For many years, no one had dared to single-handedly challenge Stab Heaven, as it was considered suicidal. This organization, capable of hunting even Saints, was incredibly terrifying—a true behemoth.

What was most frightening was the rumor that the organization was backed by a Reflected Heavens-level evolver, potentially an incredibly ancient being. This was also the fundamental reason for the apprehension among all races. An ancient being from the Reflected Heavens, if provoked, could unleash unimaginable power! Of course, this remained pure speculation; no one could confirm if such an evolver truly existed behind them.

Conspiracy theorists even suggested it was the dark counterpart of one of the top ten races, a hunting organization they secretly supported. Others claimed the organization was another business unit of the colossal Transcendent Wormhole Company. Still others speculated it was a branch of a super-star sect from a fragmented universe within the chaos, operating in this starry region. In essence, the more one delved into and understood this dark organization, the more terrifying it seemed. The fact that no empires or powerful races had managed to eradicate them over all these years already spoke volumes about their strength.

Following this commotion, the atmosphere at the grand auction became subtly unusual. While many regarded Chu Feng as formidable and powerful, others felt his prospects were grim, believing that offending Stab Heaven could lead to a dead end.

"Everyone, I need your immediate feedback," Chu Feng announced as the auction reached its midpoint, urging participants from various races to provide information on Stab Heaven. Naturally, this message was conveyed privately. The Black Ox even individually threatened them, stating that if they failed to promptly provide valuable information, he would personally "finish off" their living Holy Sons on the spot.

The old donkey, looking quite prim and proper in his formal suit, then privately contacted the Deity race. With a serious expression, he declared, "My esteemed Deity race buyers, your goods have been packaged and will soon be shipped by Transcendent Express Company. Please make immediate payment tonight and provide the full details of Stab Heaven. Otherwise, overdue payment will result in the termination of shipment, and the goods will be discarded as defective into a latrine. We place great emphasis on product quality and user satisfaction, so please cooperate. Thank you!"

The elder from the Deity race, responsible for the bidding, glared intently at the old donkey across the intergalactic network, wishing he could directly strangle him if it were possible. Regardless, they would not permit the Deity Relics to be disgraced! Meanwhile, Northeast Tiger, Ouyang Feng, Zhou Quan, and others were also busy establishing private contact with the Xilin race, Great Dream Pure Land, and the Netherworld race, among others. Suddenly, a powerful undercurrent began to surge.

The silver-haired loli, Ying Xiaoxiao, approached Chu Feng and whispered, "You've run into big trouble. Stab Heaven is extremely brutal, and their connections run deep. Even our Sub-Immortal race wouldn't easily act against them under normal circumstances." Ying Zhexian also followed, feeling utterly uneasy about her sister. The young girl's words were often shocking, playing tricks on both her sister and brother, which left Ying Zhexian deeply concerned.

Chu Feng nodded slightly in acknowledgment. He naturally understood the terrifying nature of this dark domain's behemoth. Even if he hadn't known before, their words and actions today made it clear. These hunters operating in the dark were incredibly arrogant, even excessively so. After some of their members were captured, a Dark Saint even appeared and directly commanded him to release them. This was truly overbearing, an exhibition of supreme authority and an oppressive aura. Since embarking on the path of evolution, Chu Feng had never "knelt" before anyone. How could he tolerate a dark organization dictating to him and issuing such forceful commands? Even if Stab Heaven was formidable, it mattered little to Chu Feng. He had already provoked the top ten powers; why would he fear another assassin organization coming after him? He was ready for them; if they didn't yield, he would fight!

At this moment, Yuan Shicheng also approached. As the foremost young expert of the Prime Demon race, his background was naturally astonishing, drawing sidelong glances from everyone. His sister, Yuan Yuan, renowned as the tenth most beautiful woman under the starry sky, accompanied him. With a charming smile, her black dress accentuated her fair skin, making it appear even more radiant.

"Would you like us to intervene and mediate on your behalf?" Yuan Shicheng inquired, a handsome and distinguished figure with a calm demeanor and a gentle smile. Despite hailing from the Prime Demon race, he showed no demonic traits, embodying the image of a refined gentleman. Yuan Yuan, with her graceful figure and captivating curves, was even more captivating—seductive, stunning, and naturally alluring. She offered a faint smile, "We can help you resolve this." This was clearly an attempt to win him over; they recognized Chu Feng's immense potential.

Chu Feng's recent performance had already garnered the attention of the top ten powers. His ability to suppress the Myriad Star Body and single-handedly capture the Calamity-Free Divine Body and Primordial Magnetic Saint Body had inevitably shaken the major orthodoxies. Divine Body, Saint Body, and Myriad Star Body—in ordinary eras, these were all considered invincible physiques, possessing unparalleled bloodlines. Any one of them appearing would become a dominant force. Yet, in this era, they all appeared in the same generation, only to be suppressed by Chu Feng. This comparison was truly astonishing! Some even asserted that Chu Feng might be the next invincible figure to rise on this ancient planet after Yaoyao, capable of surpassing prodigies from numerous eras. Once he fully matured, he would be virtually unstoppable! This was precisely why the Deity race and Xilin race, fearing his potential, spared no expense in uniting with numerous evolutionary sects to eliminate Chu Feng.

Chu Feng expressed his gratitude for their goodwill, but he firmly stated he would never "kneel" to Stab Heaven. If they refused to yield, he would fight; it was no big deal.

Before long, Yuan Yuan's expression grew strained. She had recently attempted to contact Stab Heaven and now received their response: the dark organization flatly rejected her proposal, explicitly stating they would kill Chu Feng. They declared that even if Chu Feng paid a bloody price and knelt in apology, he would not be forgiven! "He offended our dignity!" was Stab Heaven's chilling reply.

Chu Feng smiled, but it was a cold smile. He unequivocally told Yuan Yuan and Yuan Shicheng not to say another word; he did not want them to mediate. "Offend their dignity?" Chu Feng stated calmly. "Next, I will trample their faces into the ground and utterly crush them!" In truth, he knew the Prime Demon race likely anticipated this outcome; they merely sought to do him a favor and make it known that they had attempted to mediate on his behalf.

"Chu Feng," Jiang Luoshen said, approaching him with a noticeable hint of worry, "I just learned from others' discussions how terrifying this dark organization is. It's an assassin group that has existed in the starry sky since ancient times. You'd best not leave Earth carelessly." Vajra and Silverwing Deity also appeared, concurring that remaining on the unsealed Earth was the safest option. Chu Feng merely smiled; he harbored no personal worries. In the distance, many evolvers secretly sighed, observing his composure. This man possessed truly remarkable fortitude; anyone else in his position would have been consumed by worry.

"Chu Feng, I have crucial news!" the old lama secretly transmitted. An evolutionary sect he was liaising with had just sent them a truly astonishing piece of information! This news originated from the Pegasus race, who repeatedly stressed the need for absolute secrecy. They insisted that they must not be exposed, and even if their involvement was mentioned, they would vehemently deny it. Some races harbored intense animosity toward Stab Heaven, having previously been targeted for assassination. The Pegasus race, for instance, possessing a sub-divine beast bloodline and renowned as one of the fastest races in the universe, was among them. Decades ago, a Sub-Saint from the Pegasus race, renowned for his research into temporal speed and widely acknowledged as superior among his peers, was on the verge of becoming a Saint when he was assassinated by Stab Heaven, leaving the race consumed by profound hatred. There were several other similar cases, which made these races eager to provide Chu Feng with information, ready to watch the conflict unfold from the sidelines.

"If this news is true, it's quite significant!" the Black Ox muttered, leaning closer. The information from the Pegasus race indicated that Stab Heaven had already entered Earth to establish a branch, as they greatly valued this ancient, reawakening planet. This dark organization believed that, even if the planet's natives couldn't dominate it in the future, it would undoubtedly thrive under the control of major extraterrestrial evolutionary sects, becoming a crucial location. Consequently, they also sought to get involved, secretly seizing control of a renowned mountain to establish a youth training camp. There, they planned to cultivate young hunters to evolve and grow in tandem with the planet.

"Wangwu Mountain!" Chu Feng exclaimed, a look of surprise on his face. This organization was formidable, indeed, to covet such a renowned blessed land. However, their operations were highly clandestine. They secretly propped up a force that could operate openly, while the assassin youth training camp itself was hidden deep within the blessed land.

The old lama revealed, "That group from Stab Heaven has already entered Earth and is in the process of establishing a branch. All personnel are already in place!" This was the most critical piece of information: a contingent of dark hunters was currently on Earth! Chu Feng smiled, a brilliant, radiant smile. It was truly a case of receiving a pillow precisely when one felt sleepy. He yearned to strike against this organization immediately, his killing intent boundless, hoping to dismantle one of their branches soon. And now, he had unexpectedly learned that those very individuals had already arrived! Moreover, the youth training camp reportedly had a considerable number of promising hunters, a key group destined for cultivation, intended to grow in tandem with the reawakening planet.

"We act tonight," Chu Feng declared. "I'll go directly to challenge them, and then I'll announce to the outside world that the Deity race provided me with the information."

"That's exactly what we should do," came the reply. "Let the Deity race take the fall, and we'll repay the Pegasus race's favor. The Pegasus race truly despises Stab Heaven, having monitored them for decades. Given Earth's unique circumstances, all evolutionary sects are starting on equal footing, having just arrived; otherwise, discovering this dark organization would be incredibly difficult."

As the auction once again reached a fervent stage, Chu Feng quietly slipped away, allowing no one to follow him. He intended to single-handedly sweep through a branch of Stab Heaven.

It was on this very night that the Stab Heaven organization publicly announced on their official platform that Chu Feng was now wanted across the entire universe, and a relentless hunting operation was about to commence. They publicly declared that even if Chu Feng were to kneel at their feet now, he would still die without dignity, with no chance of reprieve. His name, they claimed, had already been inscribed in red ink in the ledger of death by the judge's brush, a decree that would stand until his miserable demise.

Meanwhile, Chu Feng, his long blade strapped to his back, had already set off alone. He traversed the East Sea, covering thousands of miles under the moonlit night, swiftly reaching the mainland, and heading directly for Wangwu Mountain! This night was destined to ignite the world, as a series of major events were about to unfold.