"Zhou Qinghuang, you demon!" Gu Mingxi's face paled, her usually immaculate and ethereal beauty marred by fear. Becoming a captive, falling into the hands of an unknown man, what fate would await her?0

Her heart raced with dread, unable to bear the thought of the terrible possibilities that might unfold. The spectators, other transcendents watching the duel, were shocked. Gu Mingxi, a renowned celestial figure, was about to be captured? This was beyond unexpected. Zhou Qinghuang, equally famous and formidable, had outmaneuvered her opponent in a move few could match, seizing victory against her rival.0

"Much appreciated!" Wang Xuan stepped forward, his approach casual, a smile playing on his lips.0

"Stay your hand, Wang Xuan of the mortal realm! You shall not defile Immortal Gu!" came a shout from someone who couldn't hold back any longer, rushing forward to intervene and block Wang Xuan.0

"And who might you be? Qi Chengdao's cousin, or perhaps Gu Mingxi's own brother?" Wang Xuan quipped, eyeing the tall, agitated youth before him.0

"Neither, but that doesn't grant you the right to disrespect Immortal Gu!" the youth retorted, making a swift move to intercept, particularly as Wang Xuan didn't halt his advance during their exchange, drawing...0