Zhou Mei, who had always carried herself as the stronger and most composed of the group, found herself momentarily disoriented as Xiao Ming vanished without warning.
His sudden disappearance was so abrupt that he slipped out of the range of her spirit consciousness before she could even register his movement.
But that wasn't the most shocking part—what truly left her stunned was where he reappeared moments later.
Clad in his flowing red silk robe, Xiao Ming executed a breathtaking maneuver, materializing directly behind one of the Silver Scaled Gang members who stood guard over a formation flag.
His presence was unmistakable, his malicious intent radiating like a dark aura that even the most oblivious cultivator couldn't ignore. The gang members, already on high alert, reacted instantly.
"Watch out!!" a voice shouted, the warning echoing through the air as Xiao Ming made his move.