Turns Out, I’m In A Villain Clan!

Chapter 465 Yun Mo Kou Sky Pirate!

The wind roared past the hull of the Bai Clanʼs flying ship, clouds splitting like torn silk as it cut through the sky.

Bai Xueqing stood near the railing, sleeves fluttering sharply in the rushing air.

She was still mildly irritated.

Not furious anymore.

But not pleased either.

She had hurried. Actually hurried. Packed quickly, skipped a proper farewell with Master Qinglan-

All because she didnʼt want to keep Bai Zihan waiting.

Only to arrive and find that he hadnʼt arrived.

One minute.

Five.

Ten.

By the fifteenth minute she was convinced he was doing it deliberately.

And when he finally arrived-calm as always-she had unleashed her complaints without restraint. ”Where have you been? Do you know how long I was waiting?”

Only after hearing about Lin Xuanʼs fight against Yuan Jie did her anger gradually dissolve.

More so when he talked about Yuan Jie kowtowing several times.

After all, he was one of those annoying pests who were misguided into thinking that borrowed authority was their own and went around bullying everyone in the Sect.

She thought that it was fitting punishment for someone like him.

Now, as the flying ship sailed steadily above the sea of clouds, silence settled comfortably among them.

Bai Zihan stood with hands clasped behind his back, gaze distant.

Then-

Bai Zihan sensed something, followed by Bai Xueqing and then Chu Ziyan.

Kong Zhanhong was the last one. ”Young Master!”

Before he could say more-

A ripple spread across the clouds ahead.

Then another to the left.

And to the right.

From three directions, massive shadows pierced through the mist.

Flying ships.

Not one.

Not two.

Three!

They emerged in tight formation, hulls dark and armored, sails marked with an unfamiliar insignia.

Within moments, they had surrounded the Bai Clanʼs ship in a wide arc.

Not close enough to collide.

Close enough to block every escape route.

The central enemy ship advanced slowly forward.

Then-

A figure stepped onto its deck.

Tall and broad-shouldered.

Clad in dark armor etched with faint spiritual patterns.

His cultivation aura was undisguised.

He looked down at them as if examining trapped prey.

His voice boomed across the sky. ”Weʼve been waiting!”

A slow grin spread across his face.

Kong Zhanhongʼs eyes narrowed the moment he saw the insignia clearly.

A jagged silver hawk, wings broken by a streak of crimson lightning.

His expression changed. ”Yun Mo Kou Sky Pirates,” he muttered under his breath.

Kong Zhanhong stepped forward, gaze fixed on the surrounding ships. ”Young Master, theyʼve become infamous in the past years. They specialize in intercepting flying vessels along major trade routes.”

His jaw tightened. ”They target merchant ships, minor clans, sect disciples traveling without protection... anyone they judge weak enough.”

Bai Xueqingʼs brows furrowed. ”Bandits?” ”Yes,” Kong Zhanhong replied grimly. ”But not ordinary ones!”

His eyes lifted toward the armored man standing proudly on the central ship. ”Even the Imperial Family couldnʼt deal with them because of two main reason.” ”First-caution. They never strike unless they are certain of their advantage. They scatter immediately if anything feels wrong.” ”Second-strength.”

His voice lowered. ”Their leader is rumored to possess Great Ascension cultivation.”

The air seemed to grow heavier at those words.

Great Ascension Realm!

Someone capable of shaking a region.

Kong Zhanhong continued quickly. ”Large-scale operations have been organized before. Several major sects tried to encircle them.”

He gave a short, bitter laugh. ”They escaped every time. Their mobility is terrifying” ”And small operations would be crushed mercilessly,” Kong Zhanhong said bluntly.

Across the gap between ships, the armored man began clapping slowly. ”Impressive!”

His grin widened. ”To recognize us so quickly.”

His eyes shifted toward Kong Zhanhong. ”And even more impressive to recite our reputation so accurately.”

His gaze sharpened, locking onto Bai Zihan. ”As for the rumors...”

A pulse of pressure radiated outward from him.

Not fully unleashed.

But enough.

The clouds beneath his ship churned violently.

Spiritual energy trembled.

The oppressive aura pressed downward like a descending mountain.

Great Ascension Realm, confirmed.

The man spread his arms casually. ”You are correct!”

His voice deepened, losing its earlier theatrical tone. ”I am the leader of the Yun Mo Kou (Cloud Demon Marauders) Sky Pirates.”

A faint, dangerous smile curved his lips.

The surrounding ships shifted slightly, as if emboldened by his declaration.

Spiritual cannons along their hulls hummed with gathering power.

The pirate leader tilted his head. ”So surrender!”

He said confidently.

Bai Zihan remained calm. ”State your purpose,” he asked flatly.

The man laughed. ”What can our purpose be other than looting you?”

He said as if that were natural.

Well, Bai Zihan believed none of that nonsense.

They might be Sky Pirates, but right now, the way they had approached and surrounded them at such a perfect time-

It was certain that they had been waiting particularly for them.

Bai Xueqing stepped forward, chin lifting. ”Do you know who youʼre dealing with?”

Her voice was sharp. ”Do you even understand the consequences of targeting us?”

The leader threw his head back and laughed loudly.

The other shipsʼ decks filled with figures, all watching with amusement. ”Oh, we know exactly who weʼre dealing with.”

Bai Xueqingʼs expression turned icy. The manʼs gaze shifted toward her lazily. ”You must be Bai Xueqing, princess of the Bai Clan.”

He chuckled. ”And you must be Bai Zihan, correct?”

His eyes gleamed mockingly. ”Crippled genius of the Bai Clan!” ”Do you think we came without knowing who you are?”

His eyes narrowed, mockery turning colder. ”But what can you do?”

He spread his arms theatrically. ”You are alone right now!”

His gaze swept around their relatively small escort.

His smile widened.

The wind howled louder between the ships. Spiritual cannons along the enemy hulls began to glow faintly.

Bai Xueqingʼs heart thudded once in her chest-but her face did not show it. ”You dare?”

She said coldly. ”Dare?” the man repeated. ”Young miss, this is the open sky. Accidents happen.”

His voice dropped lower. ”And even if your Bai Clan seeks justice later...”

He shrugged. ”Would they even find out who did it? And even if they did, could they catch us?” ”Haha....

Several Sky Pirates laughed and obviously didnʼt think much about the Bai Clan.

After all, unlike clans and sects, which can be pinned down once they are identified as the culprit, the Sky Pirates roam the skies and are much more difficult to deal with.

The pirate leaderʼs laughter gradually subsided.

The grin on his face remained-but his eyes had turned cold.

He raised one hand slightly, and the humming of the spiritual cannons intensified. ”Let me give you a final piece of advice,” he said lazily. ”Surrender quietly!”

The word echoed across the open sky.

His gaze lingered meaningfully on Bai Xueqing before shifting to Bai Zihan. ”If you cooperate, I may be kind enough to leave you alive.”

A pause. ”Otherwise...”

The temperature in his voice dropped several degrees. ”Donʼt blame me for being cruel.”

The surrounding pirate ships adjusted formation slightly.

Array patterns began lighting up along their hulls-interlocking, layered, suppressive.

They had done this many times before.

Bai Xueqing stared at him for a long second.

Then-

She scoffed.

The sound was sharp and undisguised. ”Kind?”

Her lips curled faintly. ”You really shouldnʼt pretend.”

The pirate leaderʼs eyes narrowed. ”If you came to rob random merchants, you wouldnʼt need three ships.” ”If you came by coincidence, you wouldnʼt surround us the moment we left the sect.”

Her gaze sharpened. ”If youʼre here to capture us, then admit it.”

She tilted her chin slightly. ”But donʼt insult our intelligence with your bad acting.”

A faint ripple passed through the pirate ranks.

The leaderʼs smile disappeared completely.

For the first time-

His expression turned solemn.

The playful bandit façade fell away like a discarded mask.

His aura surged subtly, pressing down harder against the Bai Clan ship. ”...Sharp,” he muttered.

Then his voice rang out, no longer theatrical. ”Attack!”

The word fell like a blade.

Instantly-

The five pirate ships erupted with light.

Spiritual cannons roared to life.

Beams of condensed qi tore through the sky, ripping apart clouds in their path as they converged on the Bai Clan vessel. ”Defensive array!”

Kong Zhanhong shouted.

The Bai Clan ship trembled as protective formations flared into existence- golden barriers layering over the hull.

BOOM-!

The first cannon strike slammed into the barrier.

The entire ship shook violently. Shockwaves rippled outward, scattering clouds for hundreds of meters.

Another blast struck.

Then another.

The golden barrier flickered.

Although five ships were simultaneously attacking Bai Zihanʼs flying ship, they still werenʼt able to break through.

Well, compared to their flying ships, Bai Zihanʼs flying ship was top-notch, and it wouldnʼt be an exaggeration to call it the best of the best.

But of course, even the best ship under constant attack would eventually crumble. ”The defensive formation canʼt take many more attacks. Get ready to fight!”

Bai Xueqing said as she took out her sword.

It was the same for Chu Ziyan and Kong Zhanhong.