He never could have imagined that her talent was so terrifying. Had he known, even if it meant offending the Ghost King Valley, he would have made sure Song Wanníng stayed in Qingfeng Gang.
But now, it was too late.
Gang leader Song clenched his fists, silently wishing that Wu Mingxu and the others would arrive quickly. He could not accept Wu Rouyun breaking through the Mahayana stage.
Impossible.
Voices rose and fell in the courtyard. Wu Rouyun's face darkened like the bottom of a pot, fearing that Song Wanníng might get provoked and leave.
"Everyone, if you keep spouting nonsense, I suggest you leave immediately. My Langya Gang does not welcome you!" Her fierce shout finally brought silence to the courtyard.
"Wu Rouyun, we are only concerned about you, why won't you be grateful?"
"Exactly, I advise you not to overexert yourself."
Some still tried to take the opportunity to insult her, but the more rational gang leaders stayed silent from beginning to end.
Those who remained neutral were the smart ones. Most of those who intervened had grudges against Langya Gang.
At this moment, Wu Rouyun was truly angry. Her aura surged, and a long sword condensed from her yin energy appeared in her hand.
Just as she was about to swing it, Wu Mingxu and the other appeared at the gate.
"Gang leader Wu, did you not receive my message? Or are you determined to act against us Ghost King Valley?"
Wu Mingxu charged in, radiating aggression. Seeing Song Wanníng, calm and composed from start to finish, he felt a sudden discomfort.
Every time he saw Song Wanníng, he felt uneasy, a sickening sensation deep in his chest.
Fang Lan also glanced over, jealousy twisting her expression.
Why Song Wanníng?
A wild girl from some remote backwater could even overshadow her?
"Wu Mingxu, this is not your Ghost King Valley. If you dare act recklessly, do not blame me for being impolite!"
Seeing Wu Mingxu, Wu Rouyun's killing intent erupted. That bastard actually treats himself as untouchable.
"You—"
Wu Mingxu had not expected Wu Rouyun to be so disrespectful. His face immediately darkened.
"Are you willing to offend my Ghost King Valley for a fake? Think carefully!
If you regret it now, I can still give you a chance. Just drive her out, and I will pretend nothing happened!" He struggled to suppress the panic in his heart.
He felt that unless Song Wanníng was eliminated, she would become a grave threat. He needed Langya Gang to give up on Song Wanníng first, then find an opportunity to strike.
But Wu Rouyun simply lashed out with a palm, sending Wu Mingxu flying dozens of meters. This was no joke. The opportunity to show off was in front of Song Wanníng.
The blow stunned everyone in the courtyard. Even Fang Lan flinched in surprise. Who would have thought Wu Rouyun would truly abandon the Ghost King Valley entirely?
The courtyard fell silent. Wu Mingxu was dazed on the ground, unable to recover for a long time.
Song Wanníng observed the entire farce, a faint smile appearing on her lips. Her efforts in refining the pills had not been in vain; Wu Rouyun did not disappoint her.
And she would not disappoint Wu Rouyun either.
"Gang leader Wu, here is the pill you requested. Take a look. Are you satisfied?"
She tossed the pill bottle into Wu Rouyun's hands.
Wu Rouyun carefully poured out the contents into her palm. Three top-grade spirit pills lay there before everyone.
"Hiss—"
Everyone gasped, unable to believe their eyes.
"Those… those are really top-grade pills…"
"What kind of genius is she?"
"How could someone capable of refining top-grade pills remain unknown for so long?"
Their astonishment was understandable. Such a master of pill refining should have long been famous.
Wu Rouyun's heart also skipped a beat, hastily securing the pills to prevent the other gang leaders from harboring ill intentions.
"Thank you, Song Daoyou!"
She bowed respectfully to Song Wanníng. With these pills, she would eventually break through the Mahayana stage.
"No need for thanks. This is part of our cooperation. We each take what we need."
Song Wanníng's lips curled slightly. She had profited greatly this time.
Their friendly exchange deeply provoked Wu Mingxu. He rose with a darkened expression and rushed to Gang leader Song.
"Gang leader Song, Langya Gang dared to attack me. Now I need your help to purge them!"
Then he looked at the other gang leaders, shouting: "If any of you assist, I, Wu Mingxu, promise to request our Ancestor to personally refine top-grade spirit pills for all of you!
In the future, Ghost King Valley will prioritize providing pills to all of you!"
These words caused varying reactions among the gang leaders.
The leader of Fengyun Gang, having a grudge against Wu Rouyun, would not let this opportunity pass.
"I am willing to assist Ghost King Valley. Langya Gang has bullied us too much!"
"I can help too!"
"Yes, I am willing as well!"
Three gang leaders immediately stood in support of Wu Mingxu. Offending him now could result in restrictions on their own pill supplies. Not a profitable choice.
The remaining leaders hesitated, knowing there was another master capable of refining pills here besides Ghost King Valley.
"Good, good, good!"
As expected, Wu Mingxu bore a grudge against the others, a ruthless gleam in his eyes.
"Gang leader Song, assist me now. Kill Wu Rouyun of Langya Gang on the spot!"
He was furious. Throughout his cultivation, everyone had treated him politely. Wu Rouyun dared strike him for a mere worthless girl.
"Fine!"
Gang leader Song gritted his teeth, swallowing the last bit of regret, agreeing to Wu Mingxu's request. Others had agreed too. Once Wu Rouyun was eliminated, the pills would be theirs. They exchanged glances and attacked Wu Rouyun simultaneously.
The courtyard fell into a storm of shock.
Wu Yaozu turned pale, trembling. Facing his sister alone, he was no match.
"Wu Rouyun, you brought this on yourself. Accept your death!"
"In your next life, remember to open your eyes. Do not offend someone you cannot offend for the sake of a worthless girl!"
Wu Mingxu's gaze was merciless as he dragged Fang Lan into the attack. The remaining four gang leaders struck immediately. With combined attacks, Wu Rouyun's death seemed certain.
"Yaozu, take Song Daoyou away. You must protect her at all costs!"
Wu Rouyun knew today was dangerous. Her first thought was to protect Song Wanníng.
Wu Yaozu's eyes reddened, but he did not retreat. He ran resolutely to her side.
"Sister, I will protect you. I am not leaving!"