God-Level Special Forces Soldier

”This matter cannot be settled just like that!” Master Guanghuai first set the tone, then shifted the topic: ”But all fellow brothers should understand, the urgent task is to obtain that legacy, so…”

After speaking, he deliberately looked at the reactions of Master Guangmie and Saintly Sea Daoist. The former had returned defeated at Xiao Tian’s hands, with his longstanding reputation severely damaged.

While the latter had his senior brothers killed by him, leaving Saintly Virtue Daoist as the sole survivor, who had become a laughingstock. It’s no exaggeration to say that they hated him to the core!

”For now, let’s not take the initiative to attack.” Master Guanghuai saw that the faces of his two fellow brothers didn’t look good, and then added: ”However, if he comes to us, be sure to make him never return!”

Only upon hearing this did Master Guangmie’s expression slightly ease, while Saintly Sea Daoist began to look forward to Xiao Tian arriving soon to meet his doom, taking this chance to destroy him.

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Meanwhile, among the foreign forces, discussion naturally began intensively; Xiao Tian’s actions were truly bewildering.

However, the silver-haired man who stared at Kunlun Mountain all day since arriving, remained distant from the crowd.

”Tsk tsk tsk, that Hunter truly acts against common logic!”

In a pitch-black mist, that familiar voice arose once more, causing the silver-haired man’s lips to curve in disdain. Then his eyes became filled with fighting spirit: ”It seems that this time, I must exchange a few moves with him!”

After hearing the silver-haired man’s words, laughter erupted in the pitch-black mist that seemed to block all light, as if hearing something amusing: ”You? I don’t think you can defeat that Hunter.”

The silver-haired man was not annoyed, his fighting spirit unwavering, instead he confidently said: ”Don’t say that Hunter might be bluffing now, his power likely has already dropped, but even if he’s at his peak, so what?”

”Am I afraid of him?” The silver-haired man ignored the mocking laughter from the mist and boldly declared.

Eventually, the laughter in the thick mist abruptly ceased, then a voice came: ”I’m quite looking forward to seeing you flee in defeat; it must be a spectacular, beautiful sight!”

The silver-haired man’s expression changed: ”You’re that confident he’ll win? Or are you simply trying to belittle me?”

The thick mist slowly moved off into the distance, and the voice sounded more distant: ”No, I’m just increasingly interested in that Hunter, good luck!”

Staring at the inky mist that vanished at the far edge of his sight in an instant, the silver-haired man’s fist clenched tightly.

Hunter, prepare to be hunted by me!

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Elsewhere, Melinda followed Xiao Tian back into the depths of Kunlun, drawing countless glances as they traveled boldly, prompting everyone they encountered to avoid them by a wide margin!

For this tenth-ranked Hunter on the Dark List, these treasure-seeking loners showed great apprehension, as if encountering a plague god.

Similarly wary of him were the experts from third-party factions, who, after discussions, agreed he was not to be trifled with. The top-ranked masters unanimously decided that it was more advantageous to observe for now.

This was expected, as Xiao Tian had no grudges with them, and it wasn’t worth risking their lives over a ranking.

Besides, anyone could see the current third power was merely a shadow of its former self, only marginally stronger than those treasure seekers gathered together.

Only a fool would intervene for those deceived, doing a thankless task that could cost them their life at an unguarded moment!

However, the deep-seated fear towards Xiao Tian wasn’t solely from being scared by the Hunter title.

The higher the ranking or the grander the title, it’s still just a name. Without strength to back it, who would take you seriously?!

If they’re feeling bold, these free-spirited adventurers could even call themselves anything they like. Ultimately, one must have a certain level of power, or else they’d become nothing but a laughingstock!

The news of Xiao Tian killing the blonde man has now been public, causing others to fear his might and not dare to act rashly. Otherwise, just the title of Hunter would not be enough to intimidate everyone in the current climate.

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”Is it necessary to be so ostentatious?” Melinda, holding Xiao Tian’s hand and noticing the gazes around them, asked somewhat discomfortedly.

”It is!” Xiao Tian nodded lightly, saying: ”Firstly, it clarifies the past rumors about Jiang Kaishan and you. Secondly, the more conspicuous we are, ironically, the safer we become.”

Melinda, hearing Xiao Tian’s first reason, pinched his waist unhappily, but she was puzzled by the second reason: ”Isn’t attracting attention less safe instead?”

”Generally, yes.” Xiao Tian explained: ”But don’t you reckon that a weakling like Jiang Kaishan having a stunning beauty by his side invites endless trouble?”

Melinda blushed: ”Quit joking, be serious.”

Xiao Tian pondered for a moment, then said: ”It’s actually not difficult to understand. Superficially, it looks like we’re putting ourselves in the spotlight, but perhaps that makes us safer.”

”Because neither the Dao Yi Sect nor the Water Drop Organization is sure whether I’m bluffing or actually have regained my strength.”

Melinda couldn’t help but object: ”But what if they send someone to test us, won’t our cover be blown?”

”Do you remember what I told you?” Xiao Tian smiled and shook his head, then seeing Melinda still frowning, he hinted: ”Their purpose for coming here.”

”Oh!” Melinda’s tightly furrowed brows immediately relaxed, showing a look of sudden realization.

Melinda finally understood Xiao Tian’s reliance, whether it’s the Dao Yi Sect or the Water Drop Organization, their objective here is absolutely different from those treasure seekers.

The treasures soon emerging were merely side notes; their ultimate goal remained that mysterious legacy.

At such a time, both sides are closely watching each other. Any party sending personnel would be immediately known by the other, and then unpredictability follows, definitely unfavorable to them!

Moreover, the manpower required to besiege Xiao Tian is also a concern. Sending too few would be gifting food; too many would draw the other’s attention. Under mutual restraint, nobody dares to act rashly!

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In the Kunlun Sect’s council hall, over a dozen elders sat solemnly, awaiting Sect Leader Daoist Tianxing to speak.

”Fellow brothers, I believe everyone has an understanding of the energy fluctuations beneath our sect’s mountain, so I won’t reiterate old points here!”

Daoist Tianxing spoke, waving the Duster in his hands: ”Next, I will introduce two friends to everyone.”