The battle within Soul Severing Valley had reached a fever pitch.

Elder Li and the envoy from the Blood Fiend Sect were both fighting with true fury. Each was convinced the other had betrayed and deceived them, so every move was lethal, with the intent to kill.

The power of a full-force battle between late-stage Golden Elixir experts was terrifying. The entire valley was ravaged by the aftermath of their clash, with landslides and flying debris everywhere.

Just as they were fighting fiercely, both sides suffering heavy losses, a group of Qingyun Sect Enforcement Hall disciples, wearing their distinctive uniforms and looking exhausted, were making their way along a rugged mountain path several miles from Soul Severing Valley. They had just completed a long-distance pursuit mission and were returning to the sect.