My Wife Turns Out to be an Empress of the Dynasty
Chapter 761 - 761: How Can Outsiders Benefit?

At this moment, Gu Lan was completely different from before, his voice brimming with killing intent.

Before Shang Shatian could make a move, Gu Lan leapt into the air with a swift motion. As soon as Shang Shatian looked up, hundreds of sword lights tore down towards him. The sound of the swords ringing out made the entire sky dim and lose its brilliance.

Amidst the constant tearing sounds, Shang Shatian was directly engulfed by this overwhelming force. Despite the terrifying power, Gu Lan's speed did not slow at all. With a wave of his sword, he turned into a blur, vanishing into the air.

Gu Lan's speed had reached its peak, far beyond what the human eye could track. Shang Shatian, although possessing an extremely powerful aura, could not even see him.

Amidst the shrill sounds of the sword ringing, sharp pain coursed through Shang Shatian's body. Within moments, his entire form was drenched in blood.

Seeing the sword energy dispersing around him, Shang Shatian leaped back several hundred feet.

"Ah!"

A roar erupted from his throat, and his true energy once again exploded. The scattered sword shadows around him were shattered, and the entire sky trembled in response.

Noticing the power radiating from him, Gu Lan's expression darkened, and a new wave of killing intent appeared in his eyes.

He had initially thought that this man would no longer be able to fight, but to his surprise, Shang Shatian still had so much strength left.

However, Gu Lan had no intention of wasting time on him. With a cold gaze, he swung the Hongmeng Sword once again.

"This sword will end your life!"

"With you?"

Shang Shatian had seen the terror of Gu Lan's power, but this was exactly the type of battle he desired. His body was covered in cracks, blood oozing from his wounds, yet his eyes burned with killing intent.

A blood-colored shadow materialized behind him.

"Let me show you my real strength!"

With that cold declaration, veins bulged on his forehead, and he clenched his fists tightly. With another charge, his speed and power had increased by several times compared to before.

Seeing the surge of blood energy emanating from Shang Shatian, Gu Lan furrowed his brow, his eyes flashing with killing intent.

He kept his focus on the swirling bloodlight as Gu Lan raised his hand and struck down with his sword.

"Boom... Boom..."

The sound of violent explosions filled the air, and the surrounding space shattered in all directions.

Both Shang Shatian and Gu Lan were swallowed by the ensuing black hole before either could react.

Although the blood aura had already dissipated, the power from Shang Shatian remained.

Gu Lan was surprised by this; he hadn't expected the man to grow stronger as the battle wore on, completely ignoring his injuries.

With a cold glare, Shang Shatian's eyes gleamed with arrogance.

"Do you think a single strike can kill me? You're too naive!"

Gu Lan had not anticipated this turn of events. His expression darkened, and the killing intent in his eyes was unmasked.

This was the first time someone had underestimated him so blatantly.

"Then let me show you my true power!"

"You're the first to force me this far!"

"Break!"

Gu Lan's cold voice rang out as he turned. Just as he did, a blood-red sword shadow descended from the void.

Despite Shang Shatian's immense strength, he was unable to block this strike. His blood aura shattered visibly, and his raised arm was severed.

Blood rained down, and he fell heavily to the ground.

Though still in the air, his energy had already dissipated.

With great effort, he lifted his head, his eyes filled with an inescapable shock.

"How could...?"

He gasped out those last words, his breath fading.

Gu Lan gave him a cold glance before vanishing from the scene.

Shanggu Yan stood frozen in place, stunned by the sight before him.

Shang Shatian was one of the strongest members of his clan, and yet today, he had been defeated!

Hovering in the void, Shanggu Yan could not find his voice. His face had turned ashen, unable to comprehend what had just happened.

Just as he was at a loss, Gu Lan appeared before him, his cold gaze locking directly onto him.

"So this is your reliance?"

Gu Lan's voice was icy, devoid of any emotion.

With just a cold glance, Shanggu Yan stumbled back several steps.

Though he steadied himself, a cold sweat had already formed on his forehead.

"What are you waiting for? Kill him!"

Gu Lan's overwhelming strength was something Shanggu Yan had witnessed firsthand, and he dared not make another move.

He could only place his hopes on the people behind him.

However, despite his strong command, none of the people behind him dared to make a move.

At this moment, the power emanating from Gu Lan was so terrifying that anyone attempting to charge would only be seeking death.

Seeing them stand idle, Gu Lan's voice turned even colder.

"So, you were so bold just now, but now you're afraid to act?"

His killing intent flared without restraint, and his gaze became as sharp as a blade.

"Since you won't take action, don't blame me for being impolite!"

With that cold statement, Gu Lan's face darkened, and he raised his sword to strike.

The sound of tearing filled the air, followed by the loud rumble of explosions.

Gu Lan had no intention of showing mercy; his speed had reached its utmost limit.

The entire sky was now swept by a myriad of sword lights, and the smell of blood filled the air.

In the void above, cries of agony echoed continuously. It wasn't until several breaths later that Gu Lan finally stopped.

Holding the Hongmeng Sword, he stood in the sky, slashing the blood from the blade.

In the distance, hundreds of corpses were scattered, with only Shanggu Yan remaining unscathed.

Though unharmed, he was drenched in cold sweat, his eyes filled with unrelenting fear.

"I am the young Lord of the Upper God Clan! If you dare to kill me, you will face retribution!"

His previous arrogance had vanished, replaced with deep caution and fear towards Gu Lan.

Seeing this, Gu Lan only gave him a cold glance, then thrust the sword to his forehead.

Though he did not kill him, the sword strike terrified Shanggu Yan to his core. He collapsed to the ground, trembling.

Gu Lan sneered, then taunted him.

"Such a bold young Lord of the Upper God Clan, yet this is all you have?"

His words were not loud, but they were filled with scorn.

Gu Lan did not make another move but instead sheathed the Hongmeng Sword.

"I'm giving you a chance!"

He had no real interest in this man and didn't want to waste time here.

As for the life and death of Shanggu Yan, that was no longer his concern.

"This time, I'll spare you. But if you don't know when to quit, next time you won't be so lucky!"

Gu Lan had made the decision to let him go for now, not wanting some minor character to benefit.

In truth, he had initially intended to kill Shanggu Yan.

However, after the battle, he had sensed some other hidden figures lurking in the shadows.

These figures were none other than the Bright Clan, whom Gu Lan was all too familiar with.

They had remained hidden, but their presence could not escape Gu Lan's keen senses.

At this moment, Shanggu Yan was unsure what to do. Gu Lan coldly turned and said,

"Still not leaving?"