In that instant, all of Zu An’s fine hairs stood on end. At this distance, there was no escaping from the killing intent of a pseudo-grandmaster.

Even though Zu An had fought against Yun Jianyue that evening in the Eastern Palace, she hadn’t been using her full strength, as she was hiding her identity. Later on, when Zu An fought her in the rock garden, she had already been seriously injured by the emperor’s attack, and was considerably weakened. Because of this, he had subconsciously begun to underestimate grandmasters.

Only now, having experienced it directly, did he understand how great the difference between them was. If it really came to blows, it would be a miracle if he survived three attacks.

Although he had already begun to sweat profusely, his reactions were fast. He forcefully suppressed any thoughts of retaliation and replied, “I’m sorry, Chief Commander, I don’t understand what you mean.”

Zhuxie Chixin sneered. His voice...