I walk sideways in the game world

Lü Biaotou's words were like a stone dropped into a calm lake, stirring up a thousand ripples. Ren Xiaoyao and Xia Lin were both horrified. They had all witnessed the Blood Blade's brutality and cunning; he was no pushover. Now that he had revived, he must be harboring sinister intentions.

"Captain Lu, is this true?" Ren Xiaoyao put down the teacup, his tone calm, but there was a hint of solemnity between his brows.

"Absolutely true!" Lü Biaotou nodded solemnly. "I got that tip from an old friend in the northwest border. It's absolutely reliable! It's said that the Blood Blade has gathered a group of desperate criminals around him. They have no good intentions!"

"It seems that the world is going to be in turmoil again." Xia Lin sighed softly, her eyes fell on the map spread out on the table, her slender fingers tapped lightly on the table, and she fell into deep thought.

"Who will be his target this time?" Ren Xiaoyao frowned, and various important figures and strongholds in the Jianghu Alliance quickly flashed through his mind.

Xia Lin pondered for a moment, then pointed to a spot on the map and said, "The Blood Blade is cruel by nature and vindictive. This time he's back, his target is likely..." She paused, then said word by word, "The Jianghu Alliance!"

"Alliance leader! Something terrible has happened!" At this moment, a disciple ran in in a panic and knelt on the ground. "There's news from the Iron Master..."

The disciple was interrupted by a sharp cough before he could finish his words. He struggled to raise his head, his face filled with fear. "The Blood Blade Master... The Blood Blade Master is coming to kill the Iron Palm Sect!"

"What!" Ren Xiaoyao stood up suddenly, and an invisible pressure instantly enveloped the entire room. "He is so brave!"

Xia Lin's face darkened. She quickly walked over to the map, scanning the Iron Palm Sect's location with a sharp gaze. She said in a deep voice, "The Iron Palm Sect is closest to where the Blood Blade Man escaped. It seems he wants to strike first and make an example of him!"

"Xiaoyao, I'll bring people to support them immediately!" The Flower Fairy, who had been silent until then, suddenly spoke in a cold tone, with a hint of unconcealed anger. She had a close friendship with the leader of the Iron Palm Sect, and now that her friend was in trouble, she naturally couldn't sit idly by.

"No!" Xia Lin stopped the Flower Fairy and calmly analyzed, "The Blood Blade Master is cunning and cunning. This raid on the Iron Palm Sect is probably just a cover to lure us into a trap."

Ren Xiaoyao took a deep breath, suppressed his anger, and decisively ordered: "Pass the order down, all members of the Jianghu Alliance, immediately strengthen vigilance and guard against the Blood Blade Man's sneak attack! Flower Fairy, you quickly notify the leaders of each faction to protect their disciples!"

"Yes!" Although the flower fairy was extremely anxious, she also understood the urgency of the situation, so she had to temporarily suppress her worries and obey the order.

"Xiaoyao, let me take the men to support Sect Leader Tie!" Escort Lü offered, clasping his fists. "I'm familiar with the terrain over there, and each of my escorts is a skilled warrior capable of taking on ten enemies at once. They'll definitely be able to lend Sect Leader Tie a helping hand!"

Ren Xiaoyao paused for a moment, then nodded and said, "Alright! Lü Biaotou, you will take fifty elite escorts to provide support. Remember, be careful and don't underestimate the enemy!"

"Yes!" Lü Biaotou took the order, turned around and strode away.

"Xiaoyao, we can't just sit there and wait for death." Xia Lin pointed to a remote valley on the map and said, "According to intelligence, the Blood Blade Master is very likely hiding here. We must find him as soon as possible to prevent future trouble!"

Ren Xiaoyao's eyes were firm as he nodded and said, "Okay, let's go now!"

The two men spurred their horses and headed straight for the valley. However, when they entered the depths of the valley, they found that the atmosphere around them was extremely strange and so quiet that not even a bird could be heard.

"Be careful!" Ren Xiaoyao's heart was filled with alarm, and he suddenly pulled Xia Lin's reins. At this moment, a creepy sneer came from the front...

"Hehehe, Ren Xiaoyao, you finally fell into my trap!" Accompanied by a sinister laugh, the figure of the Blood Swordsman slowly walked out of the dense forest. His scarlet tongue licked the blade, and his eyes were full of bloodthirsty madness.

"Blood Blade!" Lü Biaotou recognized the man at a glance and roared, "How dare you, you devil, ambush us here!"

"Captain Lu, you've come at the right time. I'll start with you today!" The Blood Blade laughed wildly, waving a bloody long sword and rushing towards Captain Lu and others.

"Protect the leader!" Upon seeing this, the escorts around Lu Escort immediately formed a defensive formation, protecting Ren Xiaoyao and Xia Lin behind them, and engaged in a fierce battle with the Blood Knife Man.

Swords flashed and blood flew everywhere. Although all the escorts under Lu's command were highly skilled in martial arts, they gradually lost the upper hand in the face of the mad and devilish Blood Blade Master.

"Xiaoyao, be careful!" Xia Lin noticed the murderous intent hidden in the Blood Blade Man's moves and quickly reminded him.

Ren Xiaoyao nodded, dodged the Blood Blade Man's fierce attack, and counterattacked with a palm.

However, what shocked Ren Xiaoyao was that the Blood Blade Man actually took his palm strike head-on and only took a few steps back without being seriously injured.

"Your power..." Ren Xiaoyao narrowed his eyes and stared at the Blood Blade Master, his heart filled with confusion. "How did it increase so much?"

The Blood Blade Master didn't answer, but only smiled sinisterly, his eyes growing even more menacing. He swung his blade again, each strike ruthless, aiming for Ren Xiaoyao's vital points.

During the fierce battle, Ren Xiaoyao gradually felt the pressure doubling. The Blood Blade Man's attacks were like a storm, making it difficult for him to resist.

"Leader, we are here to lend you a hand!" At this moment, Lu Escort Head led several escorts to fight their way out of a bloody path, rushed to Ren Xiaoyao and fought side by side with him.

"Okay!" Ren Xiaoyao cheered up and joined forces with Lu Biaotou and others, and finally forced the Blood Knife Man to retreat.

However, just as Ren Xiaoyao and others were preparing to pursue the victory, the Blood Blade Man suddenly jumped and disappeared into the depths of the dense forest.

"Damn it, he got away!" Lu Biaotou slammed the tree trunk hard, his face full of resentment.

"Don't chase after a desperate enemy!" Ren Xiaoyao stopped Lv Biaotou who wanted to pursue him and said in a deep voice, "We can't stay here for long. Let's leave here first."

Everyone nodded in agreement and followed Ren Xiaoyao, quickly evacuating the valley.

After returning to the Jianghu Alliance headquarters, Ren Xiaoyao immediately called everyone together to discuss countermeasures.

"The Blood Blade's strength has suddenly increased dramatically. There must be something fishy going on." Xia Lin's face was solemn. "I suspect..."

She paused, glanced at the crowd, and said in a low voice, "I suspect there's someone else behind the Blood Blade!"

Xia Lin's words shocked everyone. The once noisy hall suddenly became quiet, and you could hear a pin drop. Iron Chief was the first to break the silence, his voice muffled, "Miss Xia, what do you mean by that? Could it be that besides the Blood Blade Master, there are other forces seeking to stir up strife in the martial arts world?"

Xia Lin nodded, her face solemn. "I've secretly investigated the Blood Blade's escape route and some recent rumors in the martial arts world. I discovered that he's been to the vicinity of Black Wind Village many times. Black Wind Village is the former site of the annihilated Heavenly Demon Sect..."

Hearing the words "Demon Cult," everyone's expression changed. Twenty years ago, the Demon Cult was rampant, committing all sorts of evil. It was later wiped out by the righteous forces of the martial arts world. Unexpectedly, it has now revived.

"If it is really the Heavenly Demon Cult that has made a comeback, then the martial arts world will be plunged into a bloody storm once again." Lu Biaotou said in a deep voice, with a hint of worry in his tone.

Ren Xiaoyao remained silent, his brow furrowed, his eyes gleaming sharply. He tapped his fingers lightly on the table, rapidly analyzing the current situation in his mind.

"Brother Xiaoyao, what are your plans?" Xia Lin, who had been paying attention to Ren Xiaoyao, asked softly. She knew that Ren Xiaoyao already had a plan in mind.

Ren Xiaoyao raised his head, his gaze sweeping across the crowd as he spoke firmly, "The remnants of the Heavenly Demon Cult have committed countless evil deeds and are now colluding with the Blood Blade Master. If we don't eradicate them soon, there will be endless trouble. I've decided to personally go to Black Wind Village and investigate!"

"Alliance leader, this trip is too dangerous. Let us accompany you for protection!" Lu Biaotou and Tie Zhangmen said in unison. They knew very well how powerful the Demonic Cult was and were unwilling to let Ren Xiaoyao take the risk.

Ren Xiaoyao waved his hand and said, "Too many people will make us look too conspicuous, and it will be easy to alert the enemy. I plan to travel light and sneak into the Black Wind Village to investigate. Don't worry, I can protect myself, and I'll be fine."

Seeing that Ren Xiaoyao had made up his mind, everyone could not persuade him anymore and could only remind him to be careful.

"Xia Lin, you will come with me on this operation." Ren Xiaoyao looked at Xia Lin with a hint of deep meaning in his eyes.

Xia Lin was slightly startled, then nodded in agreement, a strange glint in her eyes. She understood that Ren Xiaoyao had chosen her to go with him not only because of her wisdom and strategy, but more importantly, because she was skilled in the art of disguise.

The next day, Ren Xiaoyao and Xia Lin disguised themselves and quietly left the Jianghu Alliance headquarters, heading towards Black Wind Village. As the sun set, they arrived deep in a dense forest and prepared to rest for a while.

"Brother Xiaoyao, what should we do next?" Xia Lin asked while packing her luggage.

Ren Xiaoyao gazed off into the distance, towards the direction of Black Wind Village. His lips curled up slightly, revealing a hint of confidence. "No rush. Tonight, we'll go visit an old friend..."

As night fell, two dark figures quietly sneaked into a dilapidated temple near Black Wind Village. Moonlight streamed through the dilapidated roof, illuminating a stunningly beautiful face. Who else could it be but the Flower Fairy?

"You are finally here." The flower fairy turned her back to the two of them, her voice cold and clear, as if without a trace of emotion.

Ren Xiaoyao and Xia Lin exchanged a glance, each seeing a hint of solemnity in the other's eyes...