At that moment, Ye Qiu had recovered from his shock. He sneered while looking at Ye Wuchen's pale face and said, "I didn't expect such a strong protector to be by that waste's side. That girl indeed looks good; no wonder you'd risk your life to protect her. Haha, I admit you are strong, but unfortunately your current physical condition isn't very good. Even if we were to fight, you might not necessarily be my opponent."
Ye Wuchen's heart trembled slightly; he knew the elder was stating the truth.
Under normal circumstances, they would have already perished under his sword...
"Even though I am seriously injured now, I can still handle you easily!" Ye Wuchen raised his palm, and a purple sword appeared out of thin air in his hand, "I won't let anyone disturb her!"
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Inside the room, Mu Ruyue was completely focused on her refining, oblivious to the situation outside. Her gaze was firmly fixed on the Phoenix Tripod in front of her, her pale face dripping with sweat.