The Machinations of Splendid City, One Stone Four Birds!

"Ah! I've been waiting for you. Have you taken care of everyone?" Zhu Youji gazed at the severed head before him, displaying no surprise, and spoke casually.

"Yes, as per your instructions, besides him, I let two other fellows off the hook," replied the newcomer, none other than the eagerly awaiting Gu Santong.

With Gu Santong's prowess, bolstered by the Vajra Body Defending Divine Skill and the Absorption Technique, his strength was that of a true grandmaster.

The amalgamation of these three techniques made him a force to be reckoned with, far surpassing the likes of Yue Hou, a mere bloodthirsty martial artist. Naturally, they all fell easily to Gu Santong's blade.

"What about the grandmasters of Sword Worship Villa?" Zhu Youji inquired.

"Arrived a tad too late, allowing Yue Hou and his men to dispatch them," Gu Santong replied.