"Since there's no way to turn the tide, then let's just focus on protecting ourselves!"

Liu Ruyan sighed softly, like a withering flower, then turned around and disappeared like a shooting star.

She had just experienced a sudden surge in strength; however, this was like a dazzling firework, blooming in an instant but also at a heavy price.

Soon her cultivation level will decline, so she must leave this place as soon as possible.

Although many people saw Liu Ruyan leave, no one dared to chase after her.

After all, Liu Ruyan's strength is still as powerful as a mountain. Even if a dozen or twenty Hongmeng Saint Emperors came, they might not be able to shake her in the slightest.

Besides, they all felt that letting Liu Ruyan escape was just a drop in the ocean, insignificant to the overall situation!

Annihilating the entire Soul Devouring Clan army would also be a great victory.

...

Qin Feng watched Liu Ruyan's departing figure, feeling a little hesitant, but he quickly made a decision and followed her like a ghost.

Xiao Lin's whereabouts are currently unknown, and it's unclear whether he has ever come looking for Liu Ruyan. He must find Xiao Lin and ensure its safety.

After a slight pause, Feng Youyou did not choose to follow Qin Feng, but instead sped off in the opposite direction.

She understood that Qin Feng had his own private matters to attend to, and if she followed closely behind, it might cause Qin Feng's dissatisfaction and resentment.

She didn't want to see this outcome.

After all, Qin Feng had already made a vow to the Great Dao, promising to go to the Misty Forest to meet her after he finished dealing with the matter.

Therefore, she didn't need to worry too much about Qin Feng suddenly leaving.

Feng Youyou's figure was as light as a breeze, quickly disappearing into the distance.

Although Liu Ruyan was very fast, Qin Feng was even faster.

Before long, Qin Feng caught up to Liu Ruyan and was about two thousand meters behind her.

Liu Ruyan had already sensed Qin Feng's presence, but she did not stop and continued to fly forward.

She seemed indifferent to Qin Feng behind her.

However, Qin Feng did not give up the pursuit despite Liu Ruyan's indifference.

He followed closely behind Liu Ruyan, and the distance between them grew closer and closer.

As Qin Feng was about to catch up with Liu Ruyan, he sped up and quickly flew to Liu Ruyan's side.

He didn't beat around the bush, but asked directly, "Has Xiao Lin come looking for you?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Ruyan suddenly stopped. She turned her head, looked at Qin Feng with a half-smile, and said calmly, "You're quite an interesting person. Your son is missing, and you come to me for answers?"

Qin Feng frowned; he sensed something was off about Liu Ruyan's tone. But he pressed on, "Tell me, has Xiao Lin come looking for you?"

Liu Ruyan smiled gently. "I don't know! And even if I did know, why would I tell you?"

Qin Feng's face darkened, and he stared at Liu Ruyan, his eyes flashing with cold light.

He realized that Liu Ruyan might know something about Xiao Lin, but she was deliberately not telling him.

"Do you even know where Xiao Lin is? If you don't tell me, you'll face the consequences!" Qin Feng's voice was cold and stern, carrying an unquestionable authority.

Liu Ruyan narrowed her eyes slightly, sensing the immense pressure emanating from Qin Feng.

But she remained unmoved. She raised her head, looked directly into Qin Feng's eyes, and a disdainful smile curled at the corner of her mouth.

"Qin Feng, do you think you can threaten me? Don't forget, my strength is now above yours."

"Although I am injured, you can't do anything to me." Liu Ruyan's voice was full of provocation and arrogance.

Qin Feng took a deep breath, struggling to control his anger.

I know I can't act impulsively now; I must remain calm to find Xiaolin.

So he spoke again, his tone slightly gentler.

"Liu Ruyan, I don't want to be your enemy. As long as you tell me Xiaolin's whereabouts, I can agree to any condition you set."

Upon hearing Qin Feng's words, Liu Ruyan's heart stirred. She thought for a moment, then said, "Alright, then you should return what you owe me first."

Qin Feng frowned; he didn't understand what Liu Ruyan meant. But he decided to calm Liu Ruyan down first and then gradually find out what was going on.

"What is it? Explain yourself," Qin Feng asked.

Liu Ruyan smiled slightly, a hint of smugness in her eyes. "You should know very well that, right?"

Qin Feng was filled with doubt; he couldn't recall when he owed Liu Ruyan anything.

However, although the person in front of her looked exactly like Liu Ruyan, her primordial spirit and memories had actually been taken over by Lingxi, the Holy Maiden of the Soul Devouring Clan.

This puzzled Qin Feng greatly, because he knew this fact and therefore could not possibly owe Lingxi anything.

Qin Feng fell into deep thought, trying to sort out his thoughts. He recalled his past interactions with Liu Ruyan, but couldn't find any clues to explain this mystery.

Qin Feng frowned, deciding to press Liu Ruyan for clarification. "When did I owe you anything?"

Liu Ruyan's lips curled up slightly, revealing a faint smile, but her eyes held a hint of mockery: "Actually, you don't owe me anything. I was just playing with you!"

Upon hearing this, Qin Feng's anger flared instantly. He glared at Liu Ruyan with wide eyes and a furious expression.

Without hesitation, Qin Feng retrieved the Four Swords of Zhuxian and the Zhuxian Formation Diagram from his storage ring, gripped them tightly in his hand, and roared at Liu Ruyan, "Liu Ruyan, you'd better not force me! If you know Xiao Lin's whereabouts, you'd better tell me immediately! Otherwise..."

His voice was full of threat and anger, as if it could explode at any moment.

At the same time, the four swords of Zhuxian in his hand gleamed with cold light, and the Zhuxian Formation Diagram also exuded a powerful aura, showing a tendency to start a fight at the slightest provocation.

Liu Ruyan frowned as she looked at the four swords of the Immortal Slaughtering Sword Formation.

She knew she was already at her limit, and if she really fought Qin Feng, she knew she had no chance of winning.

After a moment of contemplation, she softened her tone and said to Qin Feng, "To tell you the truth, Xiao Lin has not come to see me!"

"If you don't believe me, I can make you swear an oath on the Great Dao!"

Upon hearing this, Qin Feng frowned deeply, forming a deep "川" shape. His gaze was fixed on Liu Ruyan's face, as if trying to find a flaw in her expression.

After a while, Qin Feng put away the Four Swords of Zhuxian and the Zhuxian Formation Diagram.

Liu Ruyan didn't seem to be lying, so he naturally didn't need to make things too tense between them.

Qin Feng pondered for a moment, then looked at Liu Ruyan and asked, "Do you have any way to find Xiao Lin?"

Liu Ruyan glanced at Qin Feng and replied, "Bloodline Tracking Technique, such a simple little supernatural ability, don't you know it?"