But what kind of person was Li Juetian? The Second Supreme, surpassed only by the world's number one, Yun Biechen. If he handed over his son under these circumstances, how could he maintain any standing afterward? Thus, negotiations were attempted, but every single one collapsed instantly after mere moments, leading only to fiercer and more intense conflict. Finally, the Blood Soul Villa could not sustain the attrition; to continue fighting meant total annihilation, becoming mere fodder for the Xuan Beasts and fertilizer for the earth.

Reinforcements.

And so, Li Juetian and Shi Changxiao were compelled to jointly issue the Supreme Summoning Decree, appealing to all Xuan practitioners across the world for further aid. Beyond that point lies the situation known to Jun Mowu and the others now.

This affair had completely escalated...

And everyone involved was utterly bewildered, having no clue as to why such a thing had occurred. Even the two Xuan Beast Kings who instigated the trouble were confused. That person only instructed us to deal with the Blood Soul Villa, but for what purpose? We have no idea.

This question not only frustrated them but left Li Juetian and his Blood Soul Villa, the victims, feeling even more perplexed, frustrated, and furious. Who on earth did we offend? How did this calamity descend upon us so suddenly? What powerful figure is pulling the strings behind all this? Everything is far too bizarre. Ba?! Li Juetian had asked He Chongxiao and Xiong Kaishan countless times, "Why? We’ve had peace for so many years, even engaging in trade. Now you attack us as if we are irreconcilable enemies without a word of explanation... Even if you declare war on my Blood Soul Villa, shouldn't you offer a reason first?" Ah, yes, Li Juetian’s request was entirely reasonable and justified. Even wars between nations have a cause!

Every time they reached this point, the two beasts were struck dumb! They were in the wrong, after all. Could they possibly say: We lost a bet, and that person dislikes your Blood Soul Villa, so here we are. We just intended to lightly break your son’s legs, nothing more? How embarrassing would that sound? It makes us seem like hired thugs for someone else... Regardless, we are renowned figures who command a faction!

The two beasts stammered, and when pressed too hard, Xiong Kaishan’s foul temper flared up: "Damn it, you are merely the Second Supreme, yet you dare interrogate us? Who the hell do you think you are?" Especially after Xiong Kaishan uttered the following sentence, Li Juetian never asked again. The conflict between the two sides only became exponentially more brutal and ruthless. Now, even if the Xuan Beasts wished to retreat, Li Juetian would absolutely pursue them into the Heavenly Punishment Forest.

He exploded with rage... because Xiong Kaishan delivered a truly classic retort: "No reason. I just find you annoying! Your Blood Soul Villa just has a face begging to be hit! Didn’t you rely on having more people to bully us two brothers back then? Today, we rely on having more beasts to bully you bastards! What are you going to do about it? You old pervert, past eighty, and you’re still fooling around with young girls to father sons for you! Even if you, shameless old man, feel no shame, as your neighbor, I'm blushing with embarrassment... So, I just want to teach you a lesson..."

That single sentence almost made the over one-hundred-year-old Second Supreme, Li Juetian, spit blood! And the battle between the two sides escalated immediately after that statement! Furthermore, the Supreme Summoning Decree was issued in Li Juetian’s fit of uncontrollable fury following those words! From that moment on, the two sides had truly reached a point of mutual, irreconcilable destruction...

Thus, tens of thousands of people and Xuan Beasts were gathered and slaughtering each other in utter confusion. This directly led to the current scene of mountains of corpses and seas of blood, forging an unresolvable enmity, yet not a single person knew the true reason why...

Even the instigator of this whole incident, the young master Jun Mowu, was dazed and astonished. I just wanted you guys to cause some minor destruction, alright? Not kick off a world war! This conflict can’t be blamed on me... I didn't mean it; I am truly innocent! Of course, if Li Juetian knew the real cause—that his hard-built Blood Soul Villa nearly met its end because his precious son wanted a concubine—he would probably spew a mouthful of bright red blood and die on the spot.

What is a femme fatale? Without anyone knowing, this term was demonstrated in the most authentic and authoritative way, using the bones of countless Xuan Beasts and the fresh blood of countless masters, while the masses gazed heavenward, seeking the truth...

Throughout all ages, both ancient and modern, across all lands, there are legends of beauties causing the downfall of nations, but never has any beauty caused such devastation among the martial world, even dragging the beasts into it...

Guan Qinghan, this Young Mistress of the Jun family, has certainly set a precedent. It is likely not only unprecedented but also the last of its kind! If judged solely on this point, Young Mistress Guan Qinghan of the Jun family could certainly be hailed as the foremost beauty in the universe... Of course, this beauty shares one trait with all the sensational beauties of history across all eras and nations: innocence.

Even more innocent than them! Because Guan Qinghan has absolutely no idea this is happening. She herself is grieving the autumn moon thousands of miles away in the capital, completely unaware that the world outside is already steeped in mountains of bleached bones because of her...

This entire affair is, in fact, an eternal cold case! And beneath the earth, a certain Young Master was also frowning deeply in thought. What exactly is the reason for this Xuan Beast Tide? Why such a grand mobilization? It truly requires deep consideration... Jun Moxie stood quietly underground, turning the matter over and over in his mind, feeling that he couldn't grasp the core of the issue; there must have been a development that exceeded his original projections. Finally, he made up his mind: To hell with it, what does this Xuan Beast Tide have to do with me? This beast tide is actually a good thing for me! Besides, if I really were to go to the Heavenly Punishment Forest, it would be to search for treasure. As for blocking the beast tide, whoever wants to go can go; I simply don't have the leisure time for such things... Furthermore, those old geezers above ground are truly detestable! To plot so meticulously to deal with Third Uncle, to deal with the Jun family, and even to attempt to annihilate my Jun family in one fell swoop! Hmph... If this can be tolerated, what cannot be tolerated! In an instant, the Young Master Jun moved some distance away, silently slipping out of the ground, naturally still cloaked in invisibility.

This is the marvel of the Yin-Yang Evasion Technique; even the most powerful masters would find it difficult to trace his presence. Although the former Great Supreme Lei Wubei sensed faint traces, he never truly located Young Master Jun. While surprised by the keen senses of a Supreme-level expert, Young Master Jun’s confidence in his own Yin-Yang Evasion Technique only grew stronger; if even a Supreme master couldn't detect his tracks, let alone the lesser shrimp! Xiao Fengwu was clearly not present in this secret meeting room where everyone was gathered. Perhaps, given his status, he wasn't qualified to participate in such a high-level discussion. Jun Mowu would not forget the primary objective of his presence here.

That precious item capable of causing a reaction even in the Hongjun Pagoda... Hmph, the Xiao family’s Soul Sustaining Jade? That name is annoyingly complicated! Jun Mowu grumbled inwardly, a slight twist to his lips. Xiao Buyu’s divine sense restraint? The Thousand Mile Soul-Guiding Incense? Humph, humph, once I secure it, I'll immediately stash it in the Hongjun Pagoda. I doubt even a divine sense restraint from a Great Luo Golden Immortal would be of any use then! As for that damned Thousand Mile Soul-Locking Incense... No matter how formidable your incense is, it can't chase into my consciousness, can it?

Isn't this the so-called 'The Dao ascends one foot, the Devil rises ten feet!' You dare challenge me? You are better than you! It’s rare that the elders of the Xiao family would be so thoughtful as to isolate Xiao Fengwu in a separate room, just waiting for me to steal it. Isn't this tantamount to handing it over to me on a silver platter? How could I possibly refuse such goodwill, how could I not accept it with a smile? If I were to slight the intentions of Elder Er Xiao Buyu, Jun Mowu would feel he had committed an unforgivable sin...

This Second Elder of the Xiao family is not only magnanimous and generous, but also extremely accommodating...

Thus, Jun Moxie began to eagerly search every room for the location of the treasure. Since they had gone to such great lengths to set up this scheme for me to steal it, it shouldn't be hard to find! Jun Moxie calmed his heart and carefully probed the powerful divine thoughts emanating from the rooms. Indeed, he discovered a common thread: nearly everyone had dispersed a thread of spiritual energy, faint yet present, monitoring the central secret chamber. Under the shroud of so many mental powers, anyone who barged in rashly would certainly have no chance of retreating unscathed.

Jun Moxie chuckled inwardly, entirely without fear, and proceeded to stealthily approach that secret chamber. Damn it, you all think you are Supreme-level experts, monitoring with just divine sense? You either think too highly of yourselves or too little of me! Everything unfolded exactly as he expected.

Xiao Fengwu, his face still bearing a slight pallor, sat cross-legged in the center of the room, eyes closed in meditation. His hands rested before his chest, gently supporting a jade pendant—the very object that was the objective of Young Master Jun’s trip, the Soul Sustaining Jade.

This jade pendant was, of course, genuine, not counterfeit. Jun Moxie could even feel an extremely pure and vast energy concealed within it. As Xiao Fengwu breathed and circulated his Xuan Qi, a tiny bit was being drawn out from the pendant, slowly transforming into an absorbable form of Xuan Qi energy that seeped into Xiao Fengwu’s meridians. After every two cycles of Xuan Qi circulation, it could be observed that Xiao Fengwu's complexion had improved by an almost imperceptible degree.

So this is how the Xiao family utilized the Soul Sustaining Jade. Jun Moxie instantly understood.

Young Master Jun could clearly feel the pure energy slowly transferring into Xiao Fengwu’s body. Although what Xiao Fengwu absorbed was merely a drop in the ocean compared to the colossal energy contained within the jade pendant, the Young Master still felt deeply pained: such a despicable brat, and one belonging to the lowly Xiao family, how dare he enjoy such a premium item?

This conduct was sheer extravagance that angered both heaven and man! Only when it is in my hands would it be perfectly appropriate, worth its value, a match made in heaven, seamless and perfect... Thus, Jun Moxie felt no hesitation. His body swept forward rapidly. Within the void, his right hand formed an eagle's claw, drifting ethereally as he reached out! His movement was like lightning!