The helicopter landed steadily at the mountain top, several figures emerged one after another, making their way to the observation instruments.

"Patriarch!"

A technician adjusting the instruments turned around and shouted:

"There’s an abnormal magnetic field ahead, drones can’t get close, and the equipment can barely make out the specific situation."

"Can you see the people?" Patriarch Zheng shouted:

"Can you pinpoint Fang Zheng and Xiao Yun’s location?"

The sound of the rotors gradually weakened, shaking the eardrums of the few present, taking a while to recover.

"Specific positions, no." The technician shook his head:

"We can only determine a rough location, they should have already clashed, there’s an abnormal weather pattern in one area."

Speaking, he made way, pointing at the screen:

"Patriarch, please look!"

On the screen, the real-time display showed the situation dozens of miles away, where dark clouds rolled and lightning thundered.

A mass of viscous black smoke shuttled back and forth within the clouds, towering trees withered and decayed.

Lightning and black smoke were vying for dominance.

Just watching through the screen for a moment, everyone felt irritated and uneasy, their stomachs tied in knots.

"Boom!"

"Rumble..."

The deafening sound came from afar even more.

"This..." Someone looked amazed, asking in disbelief:

"Is this them in action?"

"Yes."

The technician extended his hand towards the screen, solemnly saying:

"Patriarch, the images of their confrontation seem to possess a strange power affecting consciousness, it shouldn’t be watched too much."

"Now we can ascertain, the abnormal weather there is indeed caused by the clash between Fang Zheng and Xiao Yun."

"How is it possible?" Patriarch Zheng’s eyes revealed astonishment:

"How... can humans achieve this level?"

Everyone fell silent.

What were they witnessing?

Someone was manipulating lightning, someone transformed into black smoke, the solid mountain rock appeared like foam before the two combatants, shattering with a gentle touch.

Where lightning passed, wildfire spread.

Where black smoke reached, life ceased!

Were these human beings?

It was as if immortals and devils from myths had emerged from books, showcasing miraculous feats.

"Patriarch."

The technician spoke slowly:

"We’ve received news, the Li Family and Wang Family have arrived at Beimang Mountain."

"They are likely watching this battle."

"Understandable." Patriarch Zheng took another look at the screen, enduring discomfort:

"This battle concerns the future strategic situation, anyone who understands this will not miss today."

"If Fang Zheng wins, the Xiao Family can’t escape doom, and in the future..."

"Fangtian Group will replace the Xiao Family, becoming the top power, Fang Zheng especially will be beyond challenge."

"If Fang Zheng loses..."

"With Xiao Yun’s character, it’s hard to ensure what he might do."

Everyone nodded repeatedly.

"Patriarch."

Someone spoke, asking:

"Who do you think will win between them?"

Patriarch Zheng’s expression was complex, shaking his head lightly, in the end he was just a mortal, how could he discern who was stronger?

......

On another mountain peak.

Wang Zixi stood with her hands clasped behind her back, gazing into the distant area filled with lightning, dark clouds gathered, her expression tranquil.

"Miss."

A person stood behind her, bowing and saying:

"The clan members have unanimously agreed to dismiss Wang Xiao from the position of patriarch, leaving you to handle all the affairs of the Wang Family."

"Of course."

"The resolution will take effect after this battle concludes."

"Hmph!" Wang Zixi snorted coldly:

"They’re afraid Daoist Fang might lose to the Xiao Family Patriarch, fall and be killed, then stand mistakenly, right?"

"If Xiao Yun wins, not only won’t I become the Patriarch, but I’ll probably be thrown out to appease Xiao Family’s wrath."

The person behind her remained silent, merely bowing his head quietly.

"No matter!"

Wang Zixi waved her hand:

"I trust Daoist Fang won’t lose, the position of Wang Family Patriarch is definitely mine, after all, someone once said, my destiny is of untold value!"

"Yes."

The person behind her nodded, adding:

"Miss, based on the information we’ve investigated, someone has already quietly gained control over other members of the Xiao Family."

"They must also be planning to kick a man when he’s down."

"Oh!" Wang Zixi raised an eyebrow:

"Seems like the Xiao Family has offended quite a few over the years, even before the results, some can’t wait any longer."

"I understand what you mean."

She glanced at the other, speaking slowly:

"I didn’t do it, although I have faith in Daoist Fang, I also don’t wish to provoke Xiao Family’s people."

"They..."

"After all, possess complete lineage."

Even a thin camel is bigger than a horse, Xiao Family has others besides Xiao Yun, and members adept in Magic.

Even if they’re just Low Tier warlocks, the tactics of warlocks are so tricky, for ordinary people almost insoluble.

She wouldn’t offend unless absolutely necessary.

If offended,

She would certainly cut off all issues swiftly, leaving the opponent no chance to retaliate.

The situation is still unclear, not the time to act.

......

At a mountain ravine.

A group gathered around a complex set of equipment, nervous expressions as they watched the distant images transmitted through the device.

Compared to other factions, they were closer to the battleground, seeing more clearly.

"Xiao Yun, is he really this strong?"

Patriarch Li looked astonished, turning to ask:

"Qiu’Er, you’ve been with him for so many years, have you never known?"

"I knew he secretly hid some techniques, but... never knew he hid this deeply." Li Qiu’s eyes were blank, slowly shaking her head:

"No wonder he dares claim in the future there won’t be four great Noble Families, only Xiao Family reigning supreme!"

"I see."

This woman was Xiao Yun’s wife and also a daughter of the Li Family.

However, her union with Xiao Yun was due to familial interests, relatively speaking, their emotions weren’t very deep.

In fact.

Due to Xiao Yun’s cold nature, their emotions were actually quite faint, Li Qiu recognized her identity as a Li Family member more.

"Indeed."