When the old butcher appeared unexpectedly, Thirteen’s hair stood on end.

His Imperial aura visibly receded, like waters at low tide. His sweeping murderous intent had, just moments prior, been focused on Su Yi, but it too disappeared.

Tu Yong keenly sensed this change, and he couldn’t help but exclaim to himself.

Earlier, he’d figured Su Yi’s power would be enough to contend with Thirteen.

Who’d have thought there’d be no need for Su Yi to do anything, and that the proprietor of Auspicious Cloud Inn would appear out of nowhere? He even disdained Thirteen as a reckless nobody!

The old butcher was just three feet away. Thirteen took a deep breath, clasped his fist, and inclined his head. “Daoist Brother, I’m here on my master’s orders, and my only goal is to retrieve our clan’s Ancestral Jade Seal. If I offended you, I humbly request your understanding.”

This Imperial realm servant had, moments prior, emanated an imposing, sinister aura. He’d been forceful to the extreme.

But now, he could only lower his head and avert his gaze before the old butcher!

“'Understanding?'” The old butcher said expressionlessly. “Very well. Leave behind one of your arms, and...