This was the kind of news that would send shockwaves not just through the city but throughout the entire ruling council.
Not only had mbers of the River Bending Axe Sect been defeated, but many had been left in a state of utter ruin. So were even dead. Such an incident had never occurred in Ram Orchard City before. It was nothing short of an outright provocation—an act that challenged the power and authority of not just one sect but all the sects that governed the city alongside the noble clans.
Fear and anger would undoubtedly spread among the ruling factions. After all, if soone was bold enough to cripple an elder and publicly discard his remains at the city barracks, what was stopping them from doing worse?
This was no re skirmish.
This was a declaration.
They would spare no expense in uncovering the identity of the one responsible.
Yet, unbeknownst to them, Lin Mu had already made peace with his actions. Normally, he wouldn't have gone to such lengths. He would have simply killed the disciples and the elder, disposing of their remains without a trace.
But this ti… it was different.
They had threatened soone he considered his own. And for that, there would be no rcy.
His fury had not yet subsided. In fact, the more he thought about it, the more he felt that his payback had not been nearly enough.
If not for ng Bai's safety ranking as his top priority, he might have already been making his way to the River Bending Axe Sect's headquarters.
He already knew where they were—six hundred kiloters away, a distance that would take him so ti to cross. And while he could reach them, he knew that doing so might leave ng Bai vulnerable should another attack co while he was away.
This was why he had already ordered Little Shrubby to return to ng Bai's side to stand guard over him.
But without the barrier to defend the courtyard, things could turn bad very quickly.
The beast would be enough to protect ng Bai for the ti being, and if things got out of hand, he would certainly be able to escape with the boy. With his speed, no one would be able to catch him. Within minutes, he could cover hundreds of kiloters.
But that was not enough assurance for Lin Mu.
No, for now, he would wait.
But should they dare to retaliate, he would ensure that no one was left alive to seek revenge ever again.
Lin Mu began flying back toward the courtyard while ng Bai was cleaning up.
A few minutes earlier…
"Ugh… the blood is everywhere." ng Bai muttered as he spread soil over the places where the blood had seeped into the ground. "The roofs and walls will have to be washed too."
It had been only a short while since Lin Mu had left, and ng Bai wasn't sure what to do. Originally, he had intended to finish absorbing the energy from the food he had eaten, but the overwhelming scent of blood in the air made it hard to focus. He reckoned that clearing it out first might help.
'I don't know when Master will be returning either,' ng Bai thought.
Lin Mu had said nothing before leaving, and ng Bai hadn't dared to ask him anything, seeing the sheer intensity of his expression. Now, all he could do was wait.
SPLASH
ng Bai dipped a small bucket into a large tub of water and flung it against the blood-streaked walls.
Lin Mu had set up the tub along with a few other necessities so that they wouldn't have to waste ti on such matters.
"I don't think all this water will be enough to clean the place." ng Bai muttered, noticing that he had barely washed a single section, yet the water had already depleted by half.
ROAR!
Just as he was about to draw another bucket of water, a deafening roar rang through the air, making him stumble backward.
"What the—!" ng Bai quickly got up, his eyes widening as he saw a large beast land in front of him.
Its sharp, needle-like pupils darted around as it scanned the surroundings, while its mouth hung slightly open, revealing rows of gleaming fangs. Flas crackled on its body, and an oppressive heat radiated from its burning red fur.
"Little Shrubby," ng Bai realized, recognizing the beast instantly.
The massive feline stood on high alert, its stance radiating aggression. It had been ready for battle the mont it received Lin Mu's command, fully prepared to eliminate anything that posed a threat to ng Bai.
"You're fine?" Little Shrubby growled, eyes still searching for danger.
Of course, ng Bai had no way of understanding the beast's words, but he could guess its intent.
"Did Master send you?" ng Bai asked cautiously.
The beast gave a firm nod.
ng Bai sighed in relief. "Ah, good. I thought I'd be alone for a while."
He had seen the barrier get destroyed, so he knew that other beasts could now wander into the courtyard. He also knew he wouldn't be able to do much if that happened.
What he didn't know was that Lin Mu's lingering aura alone was enough to ward off any creatures that might have considered approaching. In fact, most of the beasts within a thirty-kiloter radius had already fled the mont Lin Mu unleashed his power. Terrified by his presence, they wouldn't dare return anyti soon.
However, there was no guarantee that stronger beasts wouldn't be drawn in by the scent of blood. That made Little Shrubby's presence an additional assurance.
"Cleaning?" Little Shrubby asked, glancing at the bloodied walls and gesturing toward them with his paw.
"Yeah," ng Bai replied. He hesitated before adding, "But I don't think we can wash all of this off."
In response, Little Shrubby tapped his chest with his paw, signaling sothing.
"You're going to help?" ng Bai guessed.
The beast nodded again.
ng Bai gave a small smile. "Alright, let's do it."
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