Brother Ye, thats awfully unkind of you. Why are you only targeting me?

Gu Li leaped backward several paces, then tilted his head as if feigning helplessness.

You ought to be attacking Black Dragon, not me! he sighed. For better or worse, were both from the Modern Realm, arent we?

Despite his nonchalant exterior, Gu Lis heart trembled instinctively.

He managed to dodge Ye Zichens sudden attack, albeit barely. Even so, the force of the shockwaves alone stung his face.

Hmph, so you inherited the power of the Master of the Three Realms after all, snorted Gu Li darkly. He looked directly at Ye Zichen, his gaze completely focused. But youre going to die anyway.

Shut up, said Ye Zichen, barely sparing Gu Li a glance before lashing out once more.

He wasnt attacking randomly; hed thought this through. As he stood between Black Dragon and Gu Li, Black Dragon clearly gave him a stronger sense of crisis.

Facing two enemies at once was difficult.

If he took both of them on at once, hed undoubtedly be at a disadvantage. It was better to go all out and finish off Gu Li, then worry about Black Dragon.

This was no time for complacency. He had to act prudently.

Hah! Ye Zichen roared, then attacked without any extra flourishes. He simply slammed his fist at Gu Li.

Bang.

This time, though, Gu Li didnt dodge. Instead, he raised his right arm and took Ye Zichens fist head on.

Tch.. Ye Zichens fist shook as it collided with Gu Lis arm. He couldnt help but gasp.

What a strong body, he exclaimed inwardly, then took a few quick steps backward.

Brother Ye, youre really hurting my feelings, said Gu Li, patting his arm.

Then he looked at Ye Zichen in confusion. What are you only attacking me for? How about you go fight Black Dragon instead? I guarantee I wont try any surprise attacks.

As soon as Gu Li finished his sentence, Black Dragon spoke up as well. I can promise the same thing. You two can settle your personal grudges privately; I absolutely wont intervene.

Black Dragon was undoubtedly telling the truth. Yes, hed worked with Gu Li to taunt Ye Zichen earlier, but that was only because Ye Zichen was their mutual enemy.

There was no way he could forget how much he hated Gu Li.

If not for the fact that he hated Ye Zichen even more, he might very well have teamed up with him to fight Gu Li instead.

Gu Li wasnt particularly surprised by Black Dragons response. He fully understood the nature of their relationship and hadnt truly expected Black Dragon to help him.

He was just glad Black Dragon wasnt actively working against him.

Even so, he maintained his usual playful grin and laughed, Black Dragon, Boss, youre really heartless!

Same to you, said Black Dragon indifferently. He shrugged, then took a few steps back. Carry on, you two.

What a tragedy! said Gu Li, stroking his cheek. He sighed, expression pained.

Before long, he got his expression back under control.

Brother Ye, you hit me twice. It would be rude not to return the favor said Gu Li. Be careful!

His words were polite, but Ye Zichen didnt let his guard down. Despite Ye Zichens caution, Gu Lis attack was extremely crafty.

The resulting ear-splitting rumble drew the Beast Region experts attention. They scattered their enemies. As they caught their breath, they turned to look at the source of the commotion.

Thats. Isnt that Emperor Ye?

Hearing this, practically everyone turned to look.

It really is him!

After repeatedly confirming Ye Zichens identity, the warriors faces lit up with joy.

Then they heard someone call out, Emperor Ye has returned with reinforcements! Before long, more allies will arrive. Everyone, youd hold out until they get here!

These words powerfully stimulated the bloodied soldiers will to fight. They fought even harder. Before long, it seemed as if the demons and zombies were on the verge of retreat.

Emperor Ye, your appearance really seems to have boosted their morale.

After a brief struggle, Gu Li created distance between himself and Ye Zichen, then grinned as he watched the battered soldiers fight their way through the battlefield.

Ye Zichen remained silent. He simply stared ahead, nerves taught.

There was a gulf in their abilities. Even though it wasnt immediately obvious, it was clear enough for him to sense it.

If hed absorbed the power of the seal himself, Gu Li couldnt possibly defeat him. However, the little golden sword had swallowed it all up instead.

As expected.

Gu Zichen stood high in the sky. As he watched their fight from above, he couldnt help but frown. Just as he predicted, without the power of the seal, Ye Zichen was weaker than Gu Li.

It wasnt a big difference. Even so, it was undoubtedly fatal. You have to remember.

Black Dragon stood a few paces away, watching like a tiger stalking its prey.

He said he wouldnt intervene but if he sensed that Ye Zichen was vulnerable, would he really just sit and watch?

Things didnt look good.

Gu Zichen couldnt intervene. Hed spent more than eighty percent of his strength warding off those old fogies from the God Realm.

He had no strength to spare!

Crack.

Gu Li cracked his neck. He, too, had sensed the gap in their abilities.

Brother Ye, are your hands trembling?

A grin tugged at Gu Lis lips. He stretched lazily, then there was a loud crash as a pair of grey wings sprouted from his back.

They see you as their savior. If I defeat you, dont you think theyll sink into despair? Thing is, I just love watching others sink into despair. The look in their eyes as they abandon all hope. Its truly beautiful.

Rumble.

Instantly, he spread his wings and his light-brown skin turned to bronze. He narrowed his wild grey eyes and said, you have something of mine. Its about time I take it back.

Whoosh.

Suddenly, Gu Li disappeared from Ye Zichens line of sight. His sudden disappearance stunned even Black Dragon..

Even he couldnt locate Gu Li!

Ye Zichen didnt move. He simply closed his eyes, shocking Black Dragon even further.

Had he given up?

Given his understanding of Ye Zichen, there was no way hed do something like that. It seemed he was using his spiritual awareness to try and pinpoint Gu Lis location.

Die.

Suddenly, Gu Li appeared behind Ye Zichen.

He drew closer, so close his attack would be all but impossible to dodge.

Bang!

Rumble.

Rumble.

He attacked like lightning, his blow practically impossible to avoid. Gu Li was at an absolute advantage. Shockingly, though, he soon felt himself slammed into the earth. When he looked up, he saw Ye Zichen spread a pair of pure, snow-white wings.

If not for you, I mightve forgotten I have wings like that too!