"Stop!"
An explosive, rage-filled shout rang out, immediately followed by the sound of disorderly footsteps.
A middle-aged man in rich brocade robes strode out from the inner courtyard, followed by several guards in tight-fitting attire.
Those guards had rough skin and bulging muscles; they were Skin Tempering Martial Artists at the very least.
They moved swiftly, surrounding Su Mu the moment they appeared.
Su Mu's expression was calm as he held his long saber to Steward Xu's neck.
Steward Xu was kneeling on the ground, his face ashen. He trembled uncontrollably, and a yellow puddle spread out from under him, emitting a foul stench.
Seven or eight bodies lay on the ground around them, all with their throats slit, killed by a single strike.
Submerging Wave Saber Technique at Perfection, Great Success of Body Tempering First Realm.
Su Mu could have easily handled thirty or forty strong men, let alone a mere seven or eight household servants.
