I didn't expect his strength to reach such a level! If he were to fight against masters like Zhuang Ping'an or Sang Qinghe, it would probably not be easy to deal with them.

But unfortunately, his opponent is Mu Hanyan!

Although the strength displayed by Lu Junran's sword had exceeded the expectations of Zhuang Ping'an and others, everyone's eyes were still full of pity when they looked at him.

I don’t know when it started, but like Hua Yue and others, they also developed an almost blind trust in Mu Hanyan, like fanatical believers.

And this time, Mu Hanyan will not let them down.

"No wonder he dares to be so arrogant. He is indeed confident. But unfortunately, his strength is not enough." Mu Hanyan said lightly.

It was not until the blue dragon formed by the sword light fell on his head that Mu Hanyan drew out his sword.

"Stars fall, the world is in ruins!" With Mu Hanyan's light shout, the shining sword light shot up into the sky.

This sword was so vast and boundless, yet so holy and majestic, as if the boundless fog and the nine-day sky were about to be broken open by this sword.

"Crack!" With a clear sound, the murderous Canglong sword shadow cracked like crystal, then shattered into pieces, turning into countless crystal points and disappearing into the air.

Immediately afterwards, the long sword in his hand also shattered into pieces like the Canglong sword shadow, turning into metal fragments on the ground.

"Puff!" Lu Junran spat out a mouthful of blood and flew out heavily. His right hand holding the sword was bleeding due to the huge force.

Zhuang Ping'an and the others were stunned. Although they knew that Lu Junran was no match for Mu Hanyan and that fighting with her would be courting death, no one had expected that he would be defeated so miserably!

You know, when one's strength reaches their level, the swords they use are of good quality. Even if they are not artifacts, they are semi-artifacts, otherwise they will not be able to withstand such powerful energy. However, Mu Hanyan's seemingly casual sword not only shattered his Canglong Sword Shadow, but even shattered the sword into pieces. What a terrifying power.

"No, it's impossible. How can you be so strong? Impossible!" Lu Junran struggled to get up from the ground, wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, and looked at the pile of long swords on the ground with even the hilts turned into pieces, and said in disbelief.

Mu Hanyan frowned. The power of this sword had exceeded her expectations. She could clearly sense a hint of destructive swordsmanship within it, and after unleashing it, she felt a wave of weakness within her body.

But she always kept Jian Wuchen's reminder in mind. Besides, she also knew how terrifying the sword of destruction was, so she had no intention of using the sword of destruction just now.

Looking at Lu Junran's somewhat embarrassed and ferocious face, Mu Hanyan suddenly felt extremely disgusted, and even had an urge to kill him to eliminate the trouble forever. Her hand subconsciously tightened the hilt of the sword again.

Zhuang Ping'an and the others suddenly sensed a newfound violence in Mu Hanyan, a new level of brutality and murderous intent in his eyes. They were all deeply surprised. Mu Hanyan had never been considered a kindhearted man, nor did he seem to possess much compassion, but he had rarely displayed such murderous intent.

In shock and doubt, they all took a step back involuntarily.

"Han Yan!" Ye Lanxuan held her hand and called softly.

A familiar warmth entered her palm, and Mu Hanyan suddenly woke up. What had happened to her? How could she have such a strong desire to kill? After two lives, she understood herself better. Although she never showed mercy to those who deserved death, she was definitely not a person who killed indiscriminately. Although Lu Junran was not a good person, he was not an unforgivable criminal either. She should never have such a strong desire to kill.

"I'm fine." Mu Hanyan smiled slightly and forcibly suppressed the violent murderous intent.

"Lu Junran, now you know what it means that there are always people better than you. Why don't you admit your mistake and apologize to Young Master Mu?" Mu Hanyan suppressed the murderous intent. Zhuang Pingan and others felt the pressure on them lighten, and hurriedly said to Lu Junran.

Lu Junran gritted his teeth and lips, but he couldn't say the words of apology. He hated Mu Hanyan to the core, and this hatred had even become the only motivation for his hard work in cultivation. How could he be willing to bow to her?

"Get out of this valley and I can spare your lives. Otherwise, don't blame me for being ruthless with my sword." Although she suppressed the murderous intent, Mu Hanyan still felt indescribable disgust when looking at Lu Junran and others, and didn't want his apology at all.

"What?" Lu Junran didn't mind hearing Mu Hanyan's words, but the other young practitioners from Western Qin were all dumbfounded.

Their strength was not as good as Zhuang Ping'an and the others. It took them several days to reach this valley, and they were all exhausted. They finally found this valley with great difficulty and recovered some of their strength. If they were driven out like this, they would either return the same way or die.

For a moment, everyone looked at Zhuang Ping'an with pleading eyes, hoping that he could help plead for mercy.

"Young Master Mu, these are all descendants of my Xiqin family. It's not easy for them to get here. Why don't you just spare them this time?" Zhuang Ping'an said helplessly to Mu Hanyan.

"If I hadn't arrived in time, who would have spared them once?" Mu Hanyan pointed at Ye Fengyun and several other young practitioners from Anyun and asked.

Zhuang Ping'an was speechless after hearing her question. If Mu Hanyan had not intervened, Ye Fengyun and the others would have surely lost their Destiny Star Plate and been driven out of the valley, not even their lives.

Although this incident was caused by Lu Junran, the children of the Xiqin families behind him were also accomplices. Since they were unwilling to give Ye Fengyun a way out, how could Mu Hanyan give them a way out?

"However, the countries on our continent are in the same boat. In the future, they will..." Zhuang Ping'an was still a little unwilling and continued.

"He is my friend." Mu Hanyan interrupted him, pointed at Ye Fengyun and said to Zhuang Ping'an.

Although it is just a few simple words, it has an irresistible majesty.

Through these simple words, Zhuang Ping'an and others could also feel how important and sacred the word "friend" was in her mind.

Perhaps, even if Lu Junran offended Mu Hanyan, he might be forgiven by her, but unfortunately, he hurt her friend!

Zhuang Ping'an and others finally understood why Mu Hanyan was willing to go to Beiyuan Wuyuan in advance for the safety of Huayue and others, and why Huayue and others were so devoted to her and were willing to risk their lives for her.

It turns out that being her friend is such a lucky thing! Thinking of Hua Yue and the others, Zhuang Pingan and the others were inexplicably envious.

"You are also my friends." Mu Hanyan looked at Zhuang Ping'an, then at Sang Qinghe and the descendants of the gods' guardians, and said solemnly.

In an instant, Zhuang Ping'an and others were filled with passion. They felt that just for the sake of the word "friend", they would have no complaints even if they died for Mu Hanyan.

(Number Five exploded, really, really! Look at my sparkling eyes!)