Feeling the terrifying force of the fist behind him, that killer was filled with horror and immediately executed the movement art unique to Tianyou Tomb, attempting to disappear into space.
But Ye Yunfei's Soul Power had already locked onto him tightly.
Bang!
Ye Yunfei's fist directly pulverized that killer into a mist of blood.
"How can this be?"
The remaining four killers stared at Ye Yunfei with incredulous gazes, unable to believe it no matter what. This junior had cut down three Grotto-Heaven Realm experts with such ease, one after another! Since when did Grotto-Heaven Realm experts become so weak?
"Attack together!"
The remaining four killers raised the longswords in their hands, their figures simultaneously vanishing. Four invisible forms moved through space, charging towards Ye Yunfei at incredible speeds.
"Dean Ye, what's happening!"
By this point, the high-ranking members of Hudao Academy had already been alerted. One by one, they activated their movement arts and rushed toward the mountain peak where Ye Yunfei was.
Among them, Elder He and Xie Changkong charged forward at the front.
"Good, let's test the effects of my Greenwood Emperor Body!"
With his Soul Power already firmly locked onto the four killers, Ye Yunfei suddenly harbored a bold idea. Among these four killers, two were at the First Level of the Grotto-Heaven Realm and two were at the Second Level.
Whoosh…
To speak of the swiftness of events, within less than half a breath, the four killers simultaneously reached before Ye Yunfei.
Ssss…
Four pitch-black swords simultaneously pierced into Ye Yunfei's body. Moreover, they struck vital positions—one of them ran straight through Ye Yunfei's heart!
Furthermore, the terrifying spiritual power carried by the four swords erupted within Ye Yunfei's body like four volcanoes the instant they penetrated, threatening to blast his physical body apart.
"Kid, you're finished!"
The four killers simultaneously breathed a sigh of relief, a ghastly smirk appearing on their faces. This kid was finally dead!
To deal with Ye Yunfei, Tianyou Tomb had deployed five Grotto-Heaven Realm experts last time, and this time, seven! This lavish team of assassins already marked Ye Yunfei as their number one target who must be eliminated.
"Dean Ye!"
Elder He, Xie Changkong, the six Guardian Elders, Dean Shangguan, and the other high-rankers personally witnessed the four swords piercing into Ye Yunfei's body. Their eyes widened with fury as they roared in outrage. They wanted to rescue Ye Yunfei, but it was too late.
"Tianyou Tomb, from this day forward, Hudao Academy and you are mortal enemies!"
Xie Changkong burned with towering rage. One had to understand that Ye Yunfei was the successor of the Protector, and to Hudao Academy, he was of utmost importance. Yet now, he had been killed right before their eyes.
At that moment.
"Not good!"
The four killers sensed something was amiss. Simultaneously looking up, they stared at Ye Yunfei with shocked expressions.
What greeted them was a pair of fists from Ye Yunfei.
The destructive force generated by twenty-five million jin of physical strength concentrated on his fists was far too terrifying.
The expressions of the four killers changed drastically. They simultaneously released their swords and retreated at extreme speed, attempting to evade.
But it was too late. Ye Yunfei had prepared long ago, and his speed was far too fast!
Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!
Ye Yunfei unleashed four successive punches, pulverizing the four killers into clouds of blood.
"How is that possible?!"
Elder He, Xie Changkong, the six Guardian Elders, Dean Shangguan, Dean Zhou, and the other high-ranking figures were utterly shaken. They stared at Ye Yunfei with bewildered gazes, as if looking at a monster.
"The Greenwood Emperor Body has truly not disappointed me."
Ye Yunfei shuddered his body, forcefully expelling the four pitch-black swords. He exhaled a long breath. Then, a trickle of blood flowed from the corner of his mouth.
Ye Yunfei wiped away the bloodstain, paying it no mind. These were merely minor injuries.
"Dean Ye, you… are you alright?"
By now, Elder He, Xie Changkong, and the other high-rankers had finally rushed to Ye Yunfei's side, surrounding him with concerned inquiries.
"I'm fine. Just minor injuries."
Ye Yunfei smiled faintly.
Minor injuries?
Being struck by four Grotto-Heaven Realm experts was only considered minor injuries? The high-rankers couldn't help but exchange glances of sheer disbelief.
However, Ye Yunfei indeed looked hale and hearty, completely unharmed.
"Dean Ye, just now, it seemed one of those swords pierced your heart… Are you sure they're only minor injuries?"
Still worried, Xie Changkong cautiously asked again.
"Don't worry, Dean Xie, I know my own body."
Ye Yunfei chuckled.
A moment ago, using a great divine ability of the Greenwood Emperor Body, Ye Yunfei had shifted the positions of all his vital internal organs—including his heart. Thus, although the four swords had run through his body, they inflicted no harm whatsoever upon his fleshly form.
What was truly potent was the spiritual energy attached to the four swords, which had caused him some minor internal injuries.
Nevertheless, Ye Yunfei had cultivated his Greenwood Emperor Body to the mid-stage. Even if a Sixth-Level Grotto-Heaven Realm expert came, it might not be enough to kill him, let alone a few First and Second Level opponents.
"Dean Ye, you truly are alright! It's a miracle!"
Xie Changkong couldn't help but marvel in admiration.
The other high-rankers were also stunned speechless.
"Dean Ye, you actually killed six Grotto-Heaven Realm experts!"
One of the Guardian Elders said in a shaken tone.
"Haha, Dean Ye, I finally understand why the Protector selected you! You truly are the most prodigious young man in our Tianxuan Continent!"
Elder He laughed heartily.
Initially, upon returning to Hudao Academy, seeing Ye Yunfei's young age and low cultivation level yet being appointed a vice-dean, he hadn't approved. It was merely that Ye Yunfei was the Protector's successor, holding a special status too important to oppose publicly.
But now, he was completely convinced!
He questioned himself: if those four swords had pierced him just now, even if he hadn't died, he would have been grievously wounded! Yet Ye Yunfei had emerged completely unscathed!
"Dean Ye, this time Tianyou Tomb failed to kill you and even lost seven Grotto-Heaven Realm experts. They definitely won't let matters rest. You must be extremely cautious in the coming days," Xie Changkong said worriedly.
"Humph! Even if they wish to let it go, I won't!"
A gleam of ruthlessness flashed through Ye Yunfei's eyes.
Tianyou Tomb had sent assassins to kill Ye Yunfei multiple times. Naturally, the grudge must be repaid.
"I never imagined Tianyou Tomb had so many Grotto-Heaven Realm experts. I believe we all underestimated this assassin organization before," one of the Guardian Elders suddenly sighed.
Hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement.
Indeed, being able to dispatch seven Grotto-Heaven Realm experts at once demonstrated Tianyou Tomb possessed an astonishing number of such experts!
"Currently, it seems Tianyou Tomb's strength is absolutely not inferior to any top-tier force in Central Continent. Dean Ye, you truly must be careful from now on," Elder He also nodded solemnly.
"Elder He, rest assured, I understand," Ye Yunfei replied with a nod.
Right then.
Elder He suddenly paled, retrieving a communication jade slip to sense its message.
Then…
"Hujie City sounds the alarm. The extra-territorial foes are about to launch a full-scale assault on Hujie City."
Elder He uttered the words slowly, his face filled with grave gravity.