Step by Step Through Hardship, Blood Flowing Freely

Miles Shen glanced at Madam Blaze and said, "Are we really this lucky? Let's go check it out."

Miles Shen led several people to the area the guards mentioned. Sure enough, they found the injured Faye Lin searching for something, waiting for someone.

As Miles Shen suddenly appeared behind her, Faye Lin was startled and exclaimed, "You...!"

"Miss Lin, shouldn't you be resting? What are you doing here? Did you miss me? If so, I'm truly delighted." Miles Shen laughed, then ordered his men to take Faye Lin away.

After being taken away, Faye Lin was completely cut off from the outside world and had no idea where Liam Yang was. Miles Shen planned to use her to capture Liam Yang, so he brought everyone to Tiger Prison Valley.

Tiger Prison Valley has only one entrance, shaped like a tiger's mouth. Inside, it's a naturally formed, bizarre place where all spatial artifacts and techniques fail.

Miles Shen said, "Madam Blaze, keep a close eye on her. Don't harm her—I still intend to marry her."

"Don't worry, Miles Shen. I'm only interested in men, not women," Madam Blaze laughed. Miles Shen smiled, "That's more like it. I've already sent out the message—let's see if the Lin clan receives it."

Madam Blaze sneered, "It's only a matter of time. Let's prepare carefully and capture that reckless brat."

Miles Shen nodded, then began to investigate Tiger Prison Valley's layout in detail. The valley is vast, and even he has only been to the outskirts—he's heard the interior is extremely dangerous.

After returning to the Lin clan, Liam Yang greeted Patriarch Leonard Lin with a smile, "Patriarch Lin, I've brought back your things."

Liam Yang searched the city but found no trace of Faye Lin. He wondered aloud, "Where could she have gone? With her injuries, she shouldn't have gotten far."

After searching the city and still finding no news of Faye Lin, Liam Yang decided to check the Shen Family estate. Since she was worried about him, she should be nearby, so he searched the area carefully.

Even outside the Shen Family estate, Liam Yang saw no sign of Faye Lin. Instead, he noticed a notice posted at the gate. Curious, he read it—and was instantly shocked and furious: "Damn it, they actually dared to capture her, and they're holding her in Tiger Prison Valley!"

Unfamiliar with the area, Liam Yang didn't know where Tiger Prison Valley was. He grabbed a guard outside, and seeing Liam Yang's anger, the guard turned pale with fear. "Spare me, spare me!" the guard begged.

"Spare you? You have the nerve to ask for mercy? Hurry up and take me to Tiger Prison Valley!" Liam Yang demanded angrily. He wasn't stupid—he knew this was a trap, but no matter what, he had to go.

The guard, already prepared for this, led Liam Yang straight to Tiger Prison Valley. Soon, Liam Yang arrived at the entrance to the valley.

"This is it," the guard said, pointing to the entrance.

"Get lost!" Liam Yang snapped, tossing the guard aside. Inside Tiger Prison Valley, Miles Shen had already received word from his estate that Liam Yang had appeared, so he was fully prepared.

As Liam Yang entered, he saw Shen Family members everywhere. Faye Lin was locked in a special cage behind them, while Miles Shen and Madam Blaze stood beside the cage, smiling at Liam Yang.

Liam Yang shouted angrily, "Let her go!"

"Want her released? Let's see if you have what it takes!" Miles Shen laughed heartily.

Seeing Liam Yang arrive, Faye Lin was overwhelmed with regret—if not for her, Liam wouldn't have gone to the Shen Family, nor come looking for her. Her first words were, "Go! Leave now!"

Seeing Faye Lin's expression and hearing her words, Liam Yang's heart broke—there was no way he'd abandon her. He smiled and said, "Don't worry, I'll get you out of here."

Miles Shen burst out laughing. "You don't know your own limits. Do you really think you're that amazing?"

"Miles Shen, I say we just let this girl watch the show," Madam Blaze said with a laugh.

"That's right, let her watch. Everyone, attack! Let Miss Lin see how this so-called hero falls," Miles Shen commanded with a sneer.

The Shen Family cultivators launched their attack on Liam Yang, who instinctively tried to use his spatial arts—only to find they didn't work. For the first time in his life, he was unable to use them. Shocked, he muttered, "Strange, what's going on?"

"Feels useless, doesn't it? Haha, kid, this place was set up just for you. Today you can't use your cultivation technique—let's see how you escape!" Miles Shen laughed at Liam Yang's expression.

Hearing this, Liam Yang finally understood, but he refused to give up. Even without his spatial arts, he would fight on. He spread his hands, and a wave of flames burst forth—his attribute was fire, and it rivaled sacred fire. The Spatial Patriarch had taken him as a child to a special place to collect it, and Gavin White had given him armor to protect him during training.

As Liam Yang entered, he saw Shen Family members everywhere. Faye Lin was locked in a special cage behind them, while Miles Shen and Madam Blaze stood beside the cage, smiling at Liam Yang.

Liam Yang shouted angrily, "Let her go!"

"Want her released? Let's see if you have what it takes!" Miles Shen laughed.

Seeing Liam Yang arrive, Faye Lin deeply regretted her actions—if not for her, Liam wouldn’t have gone to the Shen Family, nor come looking for her. Her first words were, "Go, run!"

Seeing Faye Lin’s expression and tone, Liam Yang’s heart broke—there was no way he’d abandon her. He smiled, "Don’t worry, I’ll get you out of here."

Miles Shen laughed, "You don’t know your own limits. Do you really think you’re that amazing?"

"Miles Shen, I say we let this girl watch the show," Madam Blaze laughed.

"That’s right, let her watch. Everyone, attack! Let Miss Lin see how this so-called hero falls," Miles Shen said.

The Shen Family cultivators attacked Liam Yang, who tried to use his spatial arts, only to find they didn’t work. This was the first time he’d ever been unable to use them, and he was shocked: "Strange, what’s going on?"

"Does it feel useless? Haha, kid, this place was set up just for you. Today you can’t use your cultivation technique—let’s see how you escape!" Miles Shen laughed at Liam Yang’s expression.

Hearing this, Liam Yang finally understood, but he refused to give up. Even without spatial arts, he’d fight on. He spread his hands, and flames burst forth—his attribute was fire, and it rivaled sacred fire. The Spatial Patriarch had taken him as a child to a special place to collect it, and Gavin White gave him armor to protect him during training.

The flames burned anyone who approached Liam Yang, and soon no one dared come close—they attacked from afar. Liam Yang wore armor given to him by Gavin White to prevent injuries during training as a child.

Though unsure of its full powers, Liam Yang found the armor reduced the impact of attacks, allowing him to advance step by step.

Miles Shen frowned, "This kid’s not simple—he has such a powerful artifact."

"Looks like ranged attacks aren’t working—only close combat. But his flames are so strange," Madam Blaze said, suspiciously.

Miles Shen thought for a moment. "That’s easy—don’t use attribute attacks, use physical artifacts." Madam Blaze nodded. Miles Shen ordered, "Everyone, use your artifacts and attack him directly!"

Everyone began attacking Liam Yang with artifacts. Though the armor protected him from the force, the sheer number of blows caused him to bleed.

Faye Lin cried out, "No!"

For the first time, Liam Yang felt he might die, but he pressed on, determined to save Faye Lin. Faye shook her head, urging him to leave—if he escaped the cave, he could use his arts and flee. But Liam Yang wouldn’t listen, advancing step by step.

Madam Blaze sneered, "This guy is certainly devoted."

"Devoted or not, he’ll die today. I want his artifact—it’s a waste for him to have it. And I want his cultivation technique too," Miles Shen said, smiling.

Liam Yang laughed from nearby, "If you want it, come and get it!"

"I'll take it when you reach me," Miles Shen said, smiling. Liam Yang snorted, "Then don't blame me for taking your life!"

"You think you can take my life now? You're dreaming," Miles Shen laughed.

Liam Yang pushed forward, just five steps from Miles Shen and Madam Blaze. Miles Shen smiled, "You go," to Madam Blaze.

"Alright," Madam Blaze smiled, approaching Liam Yang. "Kid, wouldn't it be better to join us? Then I'd be yours—why resist?"

"You? Not interested," Liam Yang replied, smiling.

"Damn it, I'll shut you up!" Madam Blaze said, whipping at Liam Yang. Though he didn't touch the whip directly, the impact worsened his wounds, but he kept advancing.

Liam Yang approached Madam Blaze, smiling, "I'm here." He struck at her with his palm.

Madam Blaze and Liam Yang clashed hands; Liam Yang stood firm while Madam Blaze was forced back, shocked by his strength. She frowned, "Your strength is so strange."

"Is that so? I've got even stranger tricks," Liam Yang said, sneering.

With a ghostly step, Liam Yang appeared behind the cage, smashed it open, and carried Faye Lin away to a secluded spot.

Liam Yang’s sudden movement caught everyone off guard. Miles Shen shouted, "After him!"

The crowd chased after them, but Madam Blaze stopped at the edge of a cliff. "Miles Shen, we can’t go any further. Beyond this cliff lies the depths of Tiger Prison Throat—even if we enter, we won’t be able to get out."

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