Wayfarer

Chapter 831: Madam Rouge Takes Action

Chapter 831: Madam Rouge Takes Action

High in the sky above the city of Yongding, Han Gucheng took down multiple layers of the defensive formation around Yongding in just two blows. His strength was formidable indeed.

A frightening blizzard spawned around Yongding.

"Again? Is Yongding some sort of disaster magnet? Boundless Immortals keep showing up to attack it!"

"This Boundless Immortal is terrifyingly strong. What are we going to do?"

"I should never have come to Yongding as a spy. My heart can't take it!"

Countless spies from various factions were filled with dread; in contrast, the bulk of the citizens remained calm. By now, they had grown used to such fights. They believed in Xiao Nanfeng and were certain that they would survive this crisis.

After Han Gucheng struck the city twice, he frowned suspiciously. Why hadn't Xiao Nanfeng shown up?

"Isn't Xiao Nanfeng in Yongding? That's even better. Now, break!" Han Gucheng shouted.

He punched forward once more. This time, his strike produced an endless vortex of ice and snow that swirled around his fist, like an army charging forward. It crashed into the final layer of Yongding's defensive formation. Even before the devastating blow landed, the barrier around Yongding was shaking violently.

At that moment, a delicate hand reached up from below and formed a seal with two fingers. The seal surged with a soft pink glow and was surrounded by countless peach blossom petals. It was beautiful, refined, and looked as if it wouldn't withstand any damage at all. Even so, as it struck Han Gucheng's technique, unparalleled force burst forth in a dazzling pink glow.

The clash of energies exploded into a storm of peach blossoms and snow that spread in a fierce blast across land and sky, forcing everyone to shield their eyes.

Amidst a series of deafening booms, the two techniques canceled each other out, leaving the city's defensive formation unscathed.

Startled, Han Gucheng shouted, "Who's there?"

He had anticipated that Yongding would be defended only by Xiao Nanfeng's avatar and whatever imperial might he could draw on. Who was this Boundless Immortal who had emerged out of nowhere? She was so powerful that she could block his empowered attack with just a casual move!

Emerging slowly from within the city was a woman in a dress adorned with peach blossoms, a stunning beauty whose gaze was filled with arrogant confidence. Her blend of beauty and dominance struck everyone with awe.

"Han Gucheng? You're in the wrong place," she said with a faint smile.

Han Gucheng narrowed his eyes. "Who are you?"

He felt a dangerous aura emanating from the mystery cultivator, a domineering aura he didn't feel even from saints—and from a woman, no less! Just who was this mysterious opponent?

"I'm a guest whom Xiao Nanfeng invited. I suggest you leave before I start to fight you in earnest, or I can't guarantee that you'll walk away alive."

The woman was, of course, Madam Rouge. Her gaze was cool and commanding. It was clear she considered Han Gucheng beneath her; she had complete confidence in herself.

Han Gucheng's face contorted in surprise. Just where had Xiao Nanfeng found such a powerful helper?

"I would advise you not to meddle in others' affairs, Miss," Han Gucheng replied coldly.

"Xiao Nanfeng has already promised me a reward, and I must secure it at any cost. I'm meddling whether you like it or not."

Down on the ground, Xiao Nanfeng had emerged from a hall to observe the fight. He frowned upon hearing Madam Rouge's words. What reward? He hadn't promised her anything! He would rather fight Han Gucheng on his own than sing for her!

Even so, with Madam Rouge already having engaged Han Gucheng, he could hardly interrupt now. He grumbled silently to himself.

"Did he promise you a reward? Very well. If you don't interfere, I'll give you ten times what he offered," Han Gucheng replied.

Ten times?

Xiao Nanfeng raised his eyebrows. Was Han Gucheng going to sing Madam Rouge a hundred songs? That would be a sight to behold.

"Your cultivation of the heart is interesting, but you're no match for me." Madam Rouge smiled.

The peach blossoms into which the snow giants had transformed didn't all fall to the ground. Rather, they spread across the vast, snowy landscape, infecting the snow and turning it all into peach blossoms.

All the snow that came into contact with the peach blossoms exploded in a puff as new peach blossoms bloomed.

The entire realm of snow was quickly overtaken by peach blossoms, as if the flowers and snow were fighting for dominance over the realm.

This scene left the countless cultivators of Yongding utterly bewildered. They were unable to comprehend what they were seeing.

Han Gucheng's scalp pricked in horror. "Just who are you?!"

"Are you going to leave, or not?" Madam Rouge demanded.

Han Gucheng grimaced in a mix of defiance and hesitation. This woman's strength truly shook him to his core, but how could he leave so easily?

"If you won't reveal your identity, then so be it. I'd like to see just how strong you are," Han Gucheng declared. He charged toward Madam Rouge.

Madam Rouge's eyes grew cold. "More like you're so ignorant and inexperienced that you don't recognize who I am. If you want to die, then so be it."

Madam Rouge struck with her palm, summoning a whirlwind of peach blossoms that surged around her. A fierce storm swept toward Han Gucheng.

"Die!" Han Gucheng roared, punching forward.

A torrent of snow surged from his fists.

Palm and fist collided with a thunderous boom, creating a massive storm of snow and blossoms that erupted into a dazzling burst. The blast sent shockwaves through the void, causing it to ripple and warp. The intense light left many onlookers temporarily blinded.

As the shockwave subsided, Han Gucheng was sent flying. He tumbled thousands of meters before stabilizing himself.

Blood trickled from his mouth in disbelief as he turned to Madam Rouge, who still seemed to be treating everything casually.

"Your Majesty?" His subordinates rushed over to him.

"We're leaving!" Han Gucheng declared.

Without any hesitation, he and his subordinates fled toward the horizon.

Madam Rouge watched them leave thoughtfully, without giving chase.

Within moments, Han Gucheng and his subordinates had vanished into the horizon.

There, Han Gucheng spat out a few more mouthfuls of blood.

"Your Majesty, are you alright?" one of his subordinates asked.

Han Gucheng wiped the blood from his mouth. He replied, "That woman is as strong as my main body. Where in the world did Xiao Nanfeng find such a formidable cultivator? Investigate her. I want to know exactly who she is!"

"Understood!" his subordinates replied.

Back in Yongding, after repelling Han Gucheng, Madam Rouge turned and flew back to the city. Her display had left countless people in shock and awe. Just who was this woman? Could she be the empress of Dazheng?

Madam Rouge returned to Xiao Nanfeng. Her arrogant demeanor faded away, replaced by an expectant smile. "There. I've sent him away. Don't forget the reward you promised me."

Xiao Nanfeng's face turned dour. Had he been tricked?

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