Gold Three and the others focused their attacks on Evan Yang, while Gold One targeted Gavin White. This meant Evan had to withstand attacks from three opponents, and Gavin faced Gold One alone.
As the attacks rushed toward him, Evan Yang didn't hesitate. He raised both hands, clenched his fists, then suddenly opened them. A huge surge of power erupted from his palms, blocking those attacks. Gavin White also managed to fend off Gold One's assault.
"We should split up. Their main target is me, so you'll easily get caught in the crossfire." After blocking the first wave, Evan Yang realized Gavin White would be at risk if she stayed by his side, so he said to her.
Gavin White understood Evan Yang's intention. Not wanting him to worry, she replied, "Alright."
So, Gavin White and Evan Yang automatically put some distance between themselves. Gold One naturally locked onto Gavin White, while Gold Three and the other two kept their focus on Evan Yang.
Although their initial strike was just probing, Gold Three and his companions now recognized that Evan Yang's strength in this round was anything but ordinary.
Gold Three looked at Evan Yang and asked, "What kind of power is that?"
"You wouldn't understand," Evan Yang replied with a smile.
"So you really think you're strong? Let me tell you, the three of us working together means certain death for you. We'll wipe out your soul, and your body will be nothing but an ownerless shell." Gold Three sneered at Evan Yang's attitude.
"You came all this way just to deal with me. Do you really think I'd be spared if I told you anything? Ridiculous." Evan Yang retorted with a cold laugh.
Gold Three laughed loudly and said, 'Haha, I didn't expect you to be so clever. That's right, today you're doomed.'
'Go ahead, I'll show you my Soul Battle Will.' Evan Yang smiled. If it were before, he wouldn't dare face so many strong opponents, but now, in the Spirit Prison Realm, with his unique cultivation, he no longer feared them.
'What nonsense, we don't care. Watch this.' Gold Three sneered, then took out a golden spear. Gold Two did the same, while Elder March produced a fan. With a gentle wave, the fan unleashed a powerful wind.
Seeing the battle about to erupt, although he didn't know what grudge Evan Yang had with these people, General Skybreaker lying on the ground realized his chance had come. Without hesitation, he crawled aside, took out a teleportation item similar to the one used by the old woman, activated it, and disappeared.
After noticing General Skybreaker had vanished, Evan Yang frowned, but since he was trapped, he could only deal with his current opponents.
At this moment, Evan Yang was fighting three opponents at once—blocking Gold Three's attacks, guarding against Gold One's sneak attacks, and staying alert for Elder March's strange wind.
It was as if Evan Yang was fighting as three people at once. After a quarter-hour, Gold Three was secretly shocked that Evan could still withstand their attacks. Why was his soul so strong here?
Meanwhile, Evan Yang was looking for a chance. He had to lure all three closer, then unleash his Soul Battle Will to attack them simultaneously.
On the other side, Gavin White and Gold One were evenly matched in battle. As Evan Yang shouted, a strange wind formed around him, sweeping the three attackers into the air. Evan seized the opportunity, grabbed Gold Two, and struck him in the chest.
Gold Two was instantly sent flying, crashing into a nearby beam. His soul trembled and began to weaken.
Gold Three was stunned. He never expected Evan Yang to be so terrifying just now. He looked at Evan in disbelief and asked, 'How did you do that?'
'This is my Soul Battle Will—my attack multiplies a thousandfold in an instant. Do you think you can withstand it? Now it's your turn.' Evan said, then flashed in front of Gold Three and punched him directly.
Gold Three was shocked, quickly raising both hands to block the punch. Evan's fist collided with Gold Three's hands, sending him retreating into a corner. Although not as badly hurt as Gold Two, his aura was still chaotic.
Elder March saw this and realized that if they continued, they'd be defeated one by one. He said to Gold One, 'Let's withdraw for now.'
He grabbed Gold Two and Gold Three, waved his fan to create a powerful wind, and threw a strange item. Suddenly, Evan Yang and Gavin White were blinded, and Gold One and Elder March had already left.
When the flash disappeared, Evan Yang and Gavin White could see again, but their enemies were gone.
'Too bad—they got away,' Evan Yang sighed.
'At least you seriously injured two of them. If they try to come after us again, it won't be so easy.' Gavin White consoled him.
'That's true, but that person escaping shouldn't have happened,' Evan Yang said, seeing the still-glowing teleportation portal.
'I heard he wants to refine souls. I wonder if this portal leads somewhere else.' Gavin White frowned.
Looks like we need to deal with him first. Let's go check it out.' Evan Yang said, then led Gavin White toward the portal.
The four who had just left—Elder March and his group—were now outside the city, looking at Gold Two and Gold Three lying on the ground. Elder March sighed, 'It seems we underestimated him. I didn't expect him to be so powerful.'
Outside, he only had the strength of an Immortal Lord. Why is he so much stronger here?' Gold One asked, puzzled.
I don't know. The Spirit Prison Realm is inexplicable. Luckily, we escaped just now. Otherwise, we'd all be doomed.' Elder March sighed. At this point, forget the Nine Heavens Fruit—even defeating Evan Yang's group is questionable.
No matter what, we must destroy this guy,' Gold One said angrily.
Gold Three suddenly woke from unconsciousness and said, 'We need to plan carefully and use our wits. If we're reckless, we'll suffer.'
That's right. So I plan to go into the city and see if we can find some support. Relying on just us isn't enough anymore,' Elder March said.
I'll go too,' Gold One said.
Then you two go, but be careful. If you run into that guy, avoid him. He caused a big commotion in the manor—there must be a reason. The enemy of our enemy is our friend; you can start from there,' Gold Three said.
Elder March and Gold One nodded, placed the two injured in a quiet spot to recover, and then left.
Evan Yang and Gavin White arrived at a remote area, surrounded by mountains. They had no idea where General Skybreaker might be hiding.
This guy is clever—choosing such a secluded, mountainous place. If he hides in any cave, it'll take us ages to find him,' Evan Yang said, observing the surroundings.
That's right. It's definitely a headache,' Gavin White replied.
Rest here for a bit. I'll send something to scout around.' Evan Yang closed his eyes, releasing spirit birds to survey the area. Upon opening his eyes, he saw Gavin White's lingering wounds and asked with concern, 'How are you doing?'
It's nothing serious. General Skybreaker tried to force me to reveal your origins, but I refused, so he injured me a few times. It's just soul wounds—I'm fine.' Gavin replied calmly, but Evan Yang heard it as lasting pain and said, 'Once we find him, I'll destroy his soul completely.'
Don't destroy him yet. We can ask him about the grassland first, then finish him off,' Gavin White said.
Evan Yang remembered his real purpose for coming here and smiled, 'Yeah.'
What did you send out?' Gavin White asked, curious about Evan Yang's smile.
It's a skill I learned before. I can send out countless birds that only I can see. They report everything they see back to me,' Evan Yang explained.
Really? That's amazing,' Gavin White said, intrigued.
Evan Yang smiled, 'Yes, I used to rely on them to escape. Speaking of which, I also depended on that tree. I wonder if I'll get a chance to visit it again and see how it's doing.'
'Tree?' Gavin White asked curiously, intrigued by Evan Yang's past. Evan then explained his experiences after entering the Immortal Realm.
After a while, Evan Yang came back to his senses, 'Found them.'
'You found them?' Gavin White said, pleasantly surprised.
'Yes, there's a group hiding over there, but no matter how well they hide, they can't escape my eyes. Let's go,' Evan Yang said with a smile.
General Skybreaker and his group had no idea Evan Yang and Gavin White had discovered them. They were hiding in a cave.
'General Skybreaker, will those guys chase us here?' Soul Summoner asked.
'No, they're currently surrounded by four mysterious people and have no time for me. I took the opportunity to escape,' General Skybreaker replied.
'Who are those two? How can they be so powerful and defeat you?' Soul Summoner wondered aloud.
'I don't know. They were fine before, but after disappearing for a few days and coming back, they were completely different—much stronger,' General Skybreaker said.
I hope they don't come here. If they do, we'll have to run for our lives again,' Soul Summoner sighed.
Don't worry. If they really come, we'll activate the grand formation here to trap them, then head to Hanling King,' General Skybreaker said.
'Okay,' Soul Summoner nodded.
Just as they finished speaking, the warning array outside reacted. Both frowned, and Soul Summoner said gloomily, 'Could they really be here?'
Damn it, they're relentless! Everyone, set up the formation—this time I'll trap them,' General Skybreaker said angrily.
Outside the cave, Evan Yang broke open the entrance and entered with Gavin White. As soon as they entered, the surroundings sealed up and a formation began to operate.