With this series of rapid changes, the black-robed elder finally suffered a severe blow and fell into a disadvantageous position.0

For some reason, his Six Directions Undying Body failed to take effect for a long time. The countless tiny paper fragments embedded in his wounds were writhing and crackling with strands of purple lightning, roaming restlessly.0

The black-robed elder knew that if the fight continued, his chances of victory were slim. It might also draw the attention of other powerful experts.0

After all, Lion City was largely filled with people from Qi Xuansu’s faction. If the battle dragged on and attracted figures such as Shangguan Ya, Qin Hengjun, and Xie Jiaofeng, along with large numbers of Spirit Guards and Black Robes, then sheer numbers could overwhelm him. He truly might be trapped here.0

With this in mind, the black-robed elder took advantage of his momentum and retreated.0

At the same time, a small square seal appeared in his hand, white on top and black below. Engraved upon it was the Torch Dragon with a human face and dragon body, holding a candle in its mouth. Legend had it that the Torch Dragon illuminated the dark nether regions in the...0