World's Strongest Martial Warrior

"At last, we're nearing the Silent Blood Horizon," Xue Jiuming murmured, gazing at the expanse before him, a wave of relief washing over him.    

In the aftermath of their crushing defeat at the hands of Danilo Lujan, Xue Jiuming and Xue Wushang had fled in a state of panic. They eventually found a hidden spot to lick their wounds and recover. After several days, having healed somewhat, they felt ready to make their way back to the Silent Blood Horizon.    

Throughout their recovery, they were plagued with fears that the Coldwind Immortal Sect and the Jiuli Immortal Sect might hunt them down. But now, as they approached the Silent Blood Horizon without incident, they could finally breathe easy.    

With a wry smile, Xue Wushang remarked, "I never imagined our journey to the Qing Yuan Realm would end like this. I let my guard down."    

Not only had he failed to secure the Tribulation Transformation Pill, but he had also lost two Quasi-Great Perfection Stage cultivators from the Danilo Lujan Sect. To make matters worse, both he and Xue Jiuming had narrowly escaped death in the Qing Yuan Heavenly Domain.    

"This isn't on you," Xue Jiuming reassured him, though his expression darkened. "I never anticipated that the Cold Wind Immortal Sect would convince the Jiuli Immortal Sect to abandon the quest for the Tribulation Transformation Pill. The Windy Wind Immortal Sect, the Jiuli Immortal Sect—they'll pay. I vow to exact tenfold the humiliation they've inflicted upon us!"    

As he spoke, Xue Jiuming's silhouette materialized above the valley where Peter Parker and the others were located.    

Suddenly, Xue Jiuming halted in midair, sensing something amiss.    

"What's the matter, Protector Jiu Ming?" Xue Wushang asked, visibly alarmed.    

"I recall you mentioning last time that there are two enigmatic experts from the Silent Blood Horizon," Xue Jiuming said slowly. "It's very likely that they are Xue Qiansha and Ye Mo."    

"That's correct," Xue Wushang confirmed, his voice grave. "I can't think of anyone else in the Silent Blood Horizon capable of standing toe-to-toe with Li Xiao."    

After the incident at the free market, Xue Wushang conducted a thorough investigation into the backgrounds of the two individuals in question. Upon discovering that they hailed from the Silent Blood Horizon, he began to suspect they were none other than Xue Qiansha and Xue Moyan.    

At the time, Xue Wushang's primary concern was the Tribulation Transformation Pill, so he didn't immediately confront the pair. Instead, he discreetly had their movements monitored, planning to secure the pill before testing the duo's true identities.    

Unexpectedly, his surveillance revealed that they had not only failed to secure the pill but had also retreated without further investigation. Given the injuries he and Xue Jiuming had sustained, they had little bandwidth to spare for these two.    

Xue Wushang was taken aback when Xue Jiuming brought up the pair at such a critical juncture. A sudden realization dawned on him, prompting him to look up at Xue Jiuming with a darkening expression.    

"After Xue Qiansha and his accomplice made their mark in the Silent Blood Horizon, even going so far as to eliminate the prodigies of my Danilo Lujan Sect, do you think they'd miss this chance, with us wounded here in Greenyuan Province?" Xue Jiuming's voice, tinged with a chilling undertone, echoed across the sky as his blood-red eyes fixed on the valley below.    

"Xue Qiansha, I know you're out there. Show yourself!"    

Below, Peter Parker couldn't help but shake his head at the weight of Xue Jiuming's words as they resonated through the air.    

"The mark of a true Mahayana cultivator – truly remarkable. A surprise attack on these two is clearly out of the question," Peter Parker mused, a faint smile playing on his lips. "Let's go. Now that we've been spotted, it's time to face them."    

With that, he vanished and reappeared before the pair with a swift motion.    

Xue Jiuming's gaze intensified as he regarded the two figures now standing before him. His eyes settled on Xue Qiansha with a frosty glare. "Xue Qiansha, I never imagined a traitor like you would have the audacity to return!"    

Xue Qiansha's voice was heavy with emotion as he declared, "Back then, you both branded me a traitor to the Danilo Lujan Sect without any understanding of right or wrong. I swore an oath to the heavens that I would make you regret your actions. How could I stay away?"    

"Just you?" Xue Jiuming's smile was laced with contempt as he turned his attention to Peter Parker. "My friend, your talent and strength are remarkable. However, associating with a traitor to our sect is hardly a prudent choice."    

Peter Parker offered a slight, enigmatic smile. "Whom I choose to associate with is my decision alone. It's not for you to judge the wisdom of my choices."    

"Your talent is without equal," Xue Jiuming persisted, shaking his head. "To align yourself with Xue Qiansha would be to squander your future."    

He continued with a tone of indifference, "Join the Danilo Lujan Sect, and I assure you, you'll be the next sect master. We'll let bygones be bygones. With our backing, a place among the ten great experts of this Immortal Breaking Universe is assured."    

The young man's talent was astounding, surpassing even the quasi-grand completion geniuses of the ten immortal sects. His joining the Danilo Lujan Sect would be a boon for them. With him on their side, they could easily eliminate Xue Qiansha, the so-called traitor. Moreover, his addition would mean another supreme genius in their ranks, rendering their recent losses insignificant.    

Upon hearing Xue Jiuming's offer, both Xue Wushang, the sect's premier genius, and Xue Qiansha, standing beside Peter Parker, showed a flicker of concern. Xue Wushang certainly didn't want Peter Parker joining and potentially usurping his position. And Xue Qiansha? He had his own reasons for not wanting to witness such a development.    

In the end, his life hung in the balance, firmly gripped by Peter Parker's hands. Should Peter Parker agree to Blood Nine Ming's terms, his demise was all but certain today.    

"Hehe... Quite the audacious move from Danilo Lujan's Right Protector," Peter Parker remarked with a slight, wry smile. "Regrettably, your sect holds no interest for me. My sole purpose today is to ensure that you, the esteemed Right Protector of the Danilo Lujan Sect, meet your end right here."    

"Good! Good!" Xue Jiuming's laughter was tinged with sheer rage upon realizing Peter Parker was resolute in opposing Danilo Lujan. A sinister, blood-red gleam sparked in his eyes, but he held his tongue.    

"Young man, don't be so arrogant as to think your talent gives you free rein," he sneered. "I may not be at my strongest, but I'm certainly not easy prey for you. If you're so intent on seeking your own destruction, then I shall grant you your wish!"    

With those final words, Xue Jiuming advanced, his body's blood Qi erupting like a tempestuous sea. The overwhelming force of a Mahayana Realm cultivator, coupled with a tidal wave of murderous intent, bore down on Peter Parker from every direction.