I Fabricated the Techniques, but my disciple really mastered them?

Shen Kui was dead. Although his surprise attack did not kill the Ferocious Mask, it had severely injured the adversary. What was more significant was that this was the first time such an incident had occurred within the forces of Heavenly Slaughter Earth Shadow, and it was just the beginning of the upheaval.

The Ferocious Mask's breath was weak, and the injuries were extremely grievous. Had it not been for his formidable strength, he would likely have perished by now.

Even so, his injuries were so severe that it would take years of convalescence to recover fully, and even then, the damage to his foundation meant his power had slipped.

"My lord…"

The person in charge of the stronghold who had killed Shen Kui hurried over, wishing to treat the Ferocious Mask's injuries.

"Stop!"

The Ferocious Mask said with a changed and stern look in his eyes.

The person in charge of the stronghold stopped in his tracks, his eyes full of innocence. His lips moved slightly as he said, "My lord, I have nothing to do with this…"

He was unjustly accused. How could he have known that a member of Earth Shadow would betray them?

"I know you're not involved, but this is a serious matter. Whether the plans of Heavenly Slaughter Earth Shadow have been leaked remains to be investigated.

"Send for the others to come here…"

The Ferocious Mask's gaze shifted slightly, his voice becoming gentler as he issued the command.

"Yes, my lord!"

The person in charge of the stronghold felt his face beneath the mask go slightly pale, his heart sinking; he seemed to be in danger!

Lord Heavenly Slaughter was the one he had informed to come here. Wouldn't he be suspected after being attacked?

He was only speaking this way because he had been severely injured and feared that he might take advantage of the situation.

If the other members of Heavenly Slaughter Earth Shadow arrived, would he find himself in danger?

Or even be treated as a traitor?

Heavenly Slaughter Earth Shadow had never had a traitor before, and he couldn't imagine what might happen to the first one.

His gaze landed on the Ferocious Mask ingrained with two leaves, signifying that he was a Second-leaf Heavenly Slaughter.

Heavenly Slaughter was categorized by strength, and a Second-leaf Heavenly Slaughter was not the weakest but also not among the strongest.

Rumor had it that a Seven-leaf Heavenly Slaughter was a warrior of the Immortal Heavenly Venerable Realm.

Earth Shadow, on the other hand, was not categorized by strength, but by their ability to infiltrate and the deeds they accomplished or the missions they completed.

"My lord, I have sent the message."

The person in charge of the stronghold reported respectfully after finishing the task.

"Cough cough, very good!"

The Ferocious Mask nodded, maintaining vigilance despite grave injuries.

For a moment, the stronghold fell silent, the atmosphere growing tense.

The person in charge of the stronghold looked at the body of Shen Kui lying on the ground, his eyes flickering with thought. The true traitor was dead, and it was he who had first come into contact with him.

It was also he who had sent the message summoning Lord Heavenly Slaughter here.

The more he thought, the more his heart sank, and he stole another glance at the Ferocious Mask. Despite severe injuries, the man retained only a tenth of his strength.

Moreover, he was still on guard, wary of him.

"My lord, do you suspect me?"

Finally, the person in charge of the stronghold spoke up in a heavy tone.

"Why would that be? Don't overthink it!"

The Ferocious Mask felt a pang of anxiety.

"The traitor is dead, and I was the last one he saw before dying. I'm also the one who notified you, lord. It's normal to suspect me, but I truly am innocent."

As he spoke, he suddenly gritted his teeth and drew his weapon.

"My lord, you were ambushed, why didn't you die? If you had, all of this trouble would have been avoided!" .net

The person in charge of the stronghold suddenly had a realization—the only thing he needed to happen was for Lord Heavenly Slaughter to die. Then the one responsible for the ambush would be Shen Kui, and he himself would be innocent.

It was just that he was too weak to save Lord Heavenly Slaughter in time.

Yes!

That was exactly it!

"You traitor!"

The Ferocious Mask roared with anger, disregarding his injuries, bursting with a powerful aura as he lashed out and prepared to flee.

However, how could he, with such grievous injuries, manage to escape?

A brief confrontation erupted within the stronghold, ending quickly in silence.

The chest wound on the Ferocious Mask had grown larger, and by then, he had already taken his last breath.

"My lord, you died at the hands of a traitor…"

The person in charge of the stronghold muttered to himself.

Tumult spread among Heavenly Slaughter Earth Shadow as a traitor had appeared. For a time, everyone became more vigilant, fearing an unexpected attack from those around them.

Unseen, the impact of Shen Kui's actions on Heavenly Slaughter Earth Shadow would continue.

Meanwhile, Xu Yan, the instigator of all this, was completely unaware, still thinking that Shen Kui was a member of the Wan Family, who had gone to attack members of the Wan Family after his return.

He was going to attack Wan Tianlin.

Xu Yan had already entered a major city on Dahai Mountain.

Then, he discovered that a bounty had been placed on him, and those behind the bounty were the Wan Family!

"Very well, very well. While I have been cultivating, you have been looking for me, wanting to take me by surprise, huh?

"Having killed Wan Tianlin, let's see what the Wan Family can do to me!"

Xu Yan was furious in his heart.

He didn't even bother to conceal his identity and strutted around the city. He even deliberately visited a shop owned by the Wan Family to spread word that he was looking to sell the Blood Heart Fruit.

"The man wanted by the Wan Family has appeared, seize him!"

"The chance to serve the family and win favor for young master Wan Tianlin has come!"

Several True Kings in the city were excited beyond measure.

Xu Yan, whom they had desperately sought, had actually appeared!

Especially the Martial Artists of the Wan Family, who seemed to see a vision of their own advancement through merit.

Xu Yan strode out from the city, followed by the pursuing True King Heavenly Venerables.

"Where do you think you're going!"

A True King of the Wan Family bellowed, rapidly advancing to attack.