Pursued by the Top Grade Saintess after Engagement Annulled-Chapter 463 - 459: A Team Falling Apart

Upon hearing Li Qingyu say this, those who originally wanted to withdraw from the battle showed a bit of hesitation.

They could see that Li Qingyu was using them as pawns, but they dared not defy her orders.

Even if someone wanted to flee like Zhao Si, they needed the resources to do so.

Currently, these people were able to struggle a bit under Sword Dragon’s entanglement with Li Qingyu; if they really tried to escape on their own, their families weren’t as generous as the Zhao Family.

Li Qingyu glanced around the surrounding people with some vigilance, and her expression was filled with guardedness and unease.

A short person nearby hesitantly said, "Lady Goddess, by now, people are somewhat disheartened."

"Do you have any more potent methods?"

"Otherwise, continuing to engage with the Blood-colored Sword Dragon in our current state will only result in more casualties."

Li Qingyu’s eyes flashed with displeasure quickly, but she didn’t let anyone notice.

She showed a bit of hesitation on her face, but she knew she couldn’t push these people too hard.

Although she wanted to use the Blood-colored Sword Dragon’s hand to kill all those vying for the Secret Realm’s inheritance, she couldn’t be too obvious.

Now, it was apparent these people were suspicious. She needed to think of another plan.

Otherwise, facing the Blood-colored Sword Dragon alone would be too dangerous.

Thinking of this, she hesitantly took out a Jade Gourd.

"This Jade Gourd can suppress one of the Blood-colored Sword Dragons for a while. All of you should attack the other one and make sure both Sword Dragons are dealt with swiftly."

The surrounding people’s eyes lit up, although they felt resentment that she hadn’t brought out such a good Treasure earlier, waiting until so many had died.

However, their faces were flattering and obedient, as if they were eagerly willing to serve Li Qingyu.

Li Qingyu glanced around at the people, her gaze cold, but she said nothing more, simply tossing the Jade Gourd in her hand, directly suppressing it atop one of the Blood-colored Sword Dragons.

This Jade Gourd was a special type of Top Grade Divine Artifact, specifically meant for suppression.

At this moment, it sat on the Blood-colored Sword Dragon’s head, affecting not only its actions but even slowing down the other nearby, unsuppressed one.

The surrounding people instantly grew excited, swarming forward to attack the two Sword Dragons.

The two Sword Dragons naturally didn’t want to die so easily, struggling constantly, and with a swipe of the tail, they’d still claim the lives of a few Inheritors.

Xia Feng remained hidden nearby in the Void, his expression contemplating, seemingly unsure when would be the right time to act.

Next to him, Li Qingxue, observing the scene outside where Li Qingyu’s group seemed to be gaining the upper hand, showed a bit of concern.

"Husband, when do you plan to take action?"

Xia Feng paused before speaking, "No rush, let’s wait a bit more."

Li Qingxue furrowed her lovely brows in slight confusion, whispering, "But that Blood-colored Sword doesn’t seem like it can last much longer."

Xia Feng shook his head with a smile, "Don’t worry, the Sword Dragon isn’t that easy to defeat, and your sister isn’t a pushover either."

Just as Xia Feng finished his words, an unexpected change occurred outside the Void.

The Jade Gourd, which had been suppressing the Blood-colored Sword Dragon, seemed to run out of Divine Power, beginning to falter and shake.

The Blood-colored Sword Dragon immediately seized the opportunity, breaking free from the Jade Gourd’s suppression, its long tail sweeping across, knocking away a large group of Inheritors.

These Inheritors were completely unprepared for this, resulting in instant casualties.

They instinctively thought it was Li Qingyu’s doing, but when they turned around, they saw Li Qingyu suddenly spitting a mouthful of blood, as if she’d suffered a severe backlash, even her Divine Soul’s aura became weak.

Seeing that everyone was looking at her, Li Qingyu showed a rather awkward smile.

"You wouldn’t think I did it on purpose, would you?"

"This is a Top Grade Divine Artifact; with my abilities, it was already strenuous to handle, which is why I didn’t bring it out sooner."

"I’ve been forcing myself all this time, and now I’m at my limit."

These people didn’t know whether they believed her or not, but they didn’t continue to stare at Li Qingyu.

At this point, some began to show signs of retreating again: "After fighting for so long and using so many methods, we’ve not been able to kill those two. As more of us die, they seem to grow stronger."

"Maybe we should just scatter and each escape; some of us are bound to get away, don’t you think?"

Li Qingyu struggled to speak, "No, after so much effort, leaving now would render it all in vain."

Nearby people looked impatient as well, frowning as they responded, "But these Blood-colored Sword Dragons are too hard to deal with, and continued fighting will only lead to more deaths."

Everyone was now suspicious of Li Qingyu’s intentions, so no one was willing to keep fighting, which left Li Qingyu extremely frustrated.

She glanced at the Sword Dragon behind her, then hesitantly glanced at the nearby Inheritors.

For a moment, she was unsure if she should let some people go, so they wouldn’t compete for the loot later on.

After a long pause, she gritted her teeth and said, "Fine, those who want to leave can go."

"I’ll use the Blood Red Battle Banner to hide your tracks; leave as you see fit."

Everyone’s eyes lit up, surprised that Li Qingyu would actually let them leave.

Many exchanged glances, and a few couldn’t stand still any longer, saying, "In that case, sorry to trouble you, Lady Goddess."

After speaking, they moved to more remote places, as if ready to leave the battlefield at any moment.

Li Qingyu was furious inside, but she didn’t show it, only casting a few extra glances at those preparing to leave, then began waving the Blood Red Battle Banner in her hand.

A dense fog reappeared, shrouding the surrounding space, allowing many to quickly exit the battle area.

Even though they knew Li Qingyu intended to keep the Blood Dragon Sword Heart all to herself, no one confronted her about it at this moment. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝚠𝕖𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝕖𝚕.𝚌𝗼𝗺

Xia Feng narrowed his eyes slightly, his body tensing as if ready to charge out at any moment.

Next to him, Li Qingxue and Xia Tianming grew tense as well, seriously awaiting Xia Feng’s orders.