I, a prison guard in the Heavenly Prison, secretly became invincible thanks to the system.

The next day, after Ye Kang and Prefect Zhou finished their handover, they decided to return to the capital immediately.

After all, I still need to go back and report to Lord Leng, so I can't delay for too long.

But things didn't go as planned. Just as Ye Kang and the others were ready, Zhou Ying suddenly rushed over in a flurry.

"Lord Ye, something has happened!"

"What's the matter?"

"A group of people have surrounded the prefect's residence. They are all martial artists and they specifically request to see you!"

Zhou Ying was pale, clearly quite frightened.

Ye Kang and He Zhi exchanged a glance and immediately headed to the entrance of the prefect's mansion.

A large group of martial artists, wielding various weapons, surrounded the mansion gate with menacing force.

The leader had a thick beard, a broad back and a burly waist, and was twice the size of a person, looking extremely fierce.

Beside him were a nun in purple robes and a long-haired man carrying a broadsword, dressed as a rogue.

Behind the three, a familiar face sneered at Ye Kang.

It is Luan Chong.

The young master of the Giant Wolf Gang.

That's right. After being taught a lesson by Ye Kang at Zuichunlou that day, Luan Chong told his father, Luan Xiong, the leader of the Giant Wolf Gang, about it.

Luan Xiong didn't want to see his son get beaten up for nothing. Of course, he wasn't stupid either; the other party was, after all, a member of the imperial court, and he couldn't act rashly.

Therefore, he first secretly investigated Ye Kang for a few days.

They also joined forces with experts from the Iron Sword Sect and the Purple Cloud Sect.

These three major factions were having a sword duel in the city, and with their superior numbers, they naturally had nothing to fear.

As soon as Ye Kang saw Luan Chong, he understood what was going on. He sneered and said, "Heroes, you've surrounded the Prefect's Mansion with weapons. Is this a declaration of war against the imperial court?"

Luan Chong immediately jumped out and said, "Don't talk nonsense! We're only looking for you, it's none of anyone else's business!"

"Shut up, Chong'er."

The tall and strong Luan Xiong stopped Luan Chong.

He also laughed and said, "This must be Lord Ye. We people of the martial arts world are unaware of so many rules in the imperial court, so please don't label us."

Ye Kang pressed his hand on the hilt of his sword and continued, "Looking for me? I don't recall having any past dealings with any of you heroes."

Luan Xiong continued with a smile, "Lord Ye, you are a man of high status and have a short memory. The other day you beat my son for no reason. Are you going to pretend that this never happened?"

As soon as he finished speaking, all the martial artists drew their weapons and glared fiercely at Ye Kang.

Although He Zhi was terrified by the scene and was sweating profusely, he did not hesitate to draw his long sword and assume a defensive stance.

He quietly reminded Ye Kang, "Sir, people of the martial world don't care about the laws of the imperial court."

As a seasoned veteran in the Imperial City Guard, He Zhitai was very experienced.

These martial artists all established their own sects, respected their own schools, despised the imperial court, disregarded the law, and had only their fists in their hearts, showing no respect for imperial authority.

There are even skilled martial artists who directly challenge each other to duels in the imperial palace.

Killing a few court officials was nothing unusual for them.

Xia uses force to break the ban.

Ye Kang naturally understood this principle, but he wasn't intimidated.

These people look aggressive, but even the three strongest among them are only at the top-tier level.

If it were me yesterday, I would definitely have to admit defeat.

But now that I have mastered the Hundred Flowers Sword Finger, I am least afraid of being surrounded by people.

Without the slightest hesitation, he drew his sword and pointed it directly at Luan Xiong.

"I will only say this once: get out of my way, or I can convict you of treason just for besieging the prefect's residence."

As soon as this statement came out, everyone was shocked.

He Zhi almost fainted.

What a fine Lord Ye! He's leading his brothers to their deaths!

The three martial artists opposite them looked at each other in bewilderment.

What are you doing?

Who exactly surrounded them?

Luan Xiong was also furious at Ye Kang's words. When had his temper ever been ignored like this?

He opened his mouth and let out a wolf howl, his fists clenched tightly, filled with rage.

Seeing that he seemed about to make a move, the broadsword-wielding man and the purple-robed nun quickly stepped in to smooth things over.

What a joke! They're just here to help. If that madman Luan Xiong really attacks the Prefect's residence, things will get really serious.

They didn't want to get involved in this trouble.

The purple-robed nun said, "It's a misunderstanding! It's all a misunderstanding, Lord Ye. I am Zi Xuan from the Zixia Sect, and this is Zheng Jiantong, the great hero from the Iron Sword Sect. We have come to invite Lord Ye to the Sword Debate Platform to show your skills."

Master Zheng of the Iron Sword Sect nodded in agreement.

"Indeed, let matters of the martial world be settled within the martial world. Would you, sir, be willing to grant me the honor of fighting against Chief Luan?"

Ye Kang thought these people had gone mad.

Who would want to go to some sword-fighting arena with you guys?

【Ding】

[Mission issued: Kill Luan Xiong]

[Task Reward: 2000 Enlightenment Points]

"..."

Alright, since a mission has been assigned, let's consider this another matter.

Ye Kang nodded readily.

“I would be very willing, Lord He. Please keep an eye on Dai Huanhuan. I’ll be right back.”

"My lord... be careful!"

Ye Kang gave He Zhi a reassuring look, then walked directly towards the sword-fighting arena in the center of the city.

Seeing that Ye Kang agreed so easily, Zi Xuan and Zheng Jiantong both breathed a sigh of relief.

"This person is quite decisive. He'll settle things on the dueling platform; he doesn't care about life or death."

"Hmph, he's too confident. Although I can't be sure of his level, judging from the information from the past few days, he should only be at the top-tier level."

"Yes, at such a young age, with such talent, it would be wonderful if he were a disciple of my Zixia Sect. It's a pity that Chief Luan won't give him that opportunity."

The group exchanged glances, almost all convinced that Ye Kang was doomed to lose.

It's very simple, Ye Kang is too young.

Even if someone has extraordinary talent, they lack sufficient experience and maturity.

Luan Xiong, on the other hand, became a top-tier expert ten years ago and has been striving to break through to the Innate Realm in recent years.

Moreover, he specializes in physical training, and with just his physical strength, he could probably defeat many experts of the same level.

The outcome of this competition was already decided before it even began.

Soon, the two sides ascended the dueling platform.

Ye Kang drew his sword with his right hand, and the scabbard flew out and plunged straight into the large drum behind him.

Luan Xiong, on the other hand, was wielding a pair of octagonal bright silver hammers. His imposing presence sent a chill down the spines of everyone present.

"This is truly top-tier strength!"

"Chief Luan is incredibly powerful; he killed that government lackey!"

"Go, Chief Luan! Avenge us martial artists!"

Numerous cheers erupted.

Meanwhile, only Zhou Ying, who had rushed over, was cheering Ye Kang on.

"Lord Ye, please be careful!"

……

On the sword-fighting platform.

Luan Xiong let out a cold, mocking laugh.

"Boy, once you step onto the dueling platform, life or death is irrelevant. You struck my son; if I don't kill you today, how can the Giant Wolf Gang maintain its standing?"

Ye Kang, too lazy to listen to his nonsense, said directly, "Have you said enough? Can we begin?"

Luan Xiong gave the referee a look.

As the battle gong sounded, Luan Xiong shouted and leaped forward, smashing both hammers at Ye Kang simultaneously.

"Gang Leader Luan has completely gone mad!"

"What a powerful and fierce blow! If I were hit by that, I'd probably be pulverized into mincemeat!"

Everyone held their breath, filled with excitement.

However, Ye Kang did not dodge at all. He simply extended his left index finger, and a pink sword aura swirled around his fingertip.

"Let me witness the power of innate martial arts."

Hundred Flowers Sword Pointing.

call out!

The Hundred Flowers Sword Qi was unleashed instantly, moving with lightning speed, and shot towards Luan Xiong in the blink of an eye.

Luan Xiong sensed something was wrong and tried to swing his fist to defend himself, but with a loud bang!

The double hammers were cleaved into several pieces by this sword energy!

Countless plumes of dust rose into the air. Luan Xiong was greatly alarmed. Before he could react, the second, third, and fourth Hundred Flower Sword Qi shot out simultaneously.

Although he reacted quickly, almost instinctively, he stepped back.

But the strange pink sword energy was incredibly fast, instantly penetrating Luan Xiong's prized physical body.

Clatter. Clatter.

Amidst the horrified gazes of everyone present, Luan Xiong's body was peeled away piece by piece like tofu, scattering across the ground.