At this moment, the White Ape Half-Emperor’s sword-like brows were raised in fury, his rage soaring to the heavens. He pointed at Bai Suyan and said:
“What you’ve done to the Feathered Transformation Sect warrants my punishment, but out of respect for the Feathered Transformation Sect Master not holding it against you, I will not.”
“However, as an outsider, you dare to meddle in the affairs of my Greenwood Mountain. That I cannot ignore.”
“Regardless of where you come from or what background you have, today I must teach you a lesson. Otherwise, you might truly think there’s no one at Greenwood Mountain!”
As he spoke, the White Ape Half-Emperor’s aura surged like a rainbow. His powerful presence seemed capable of sweeping away everything. It spread through the air, even condensing it. Everyone could feel that the White Ape Half-Emperor was about to strike at Bai Suyan.
In this moment, even Chu Feng panicked. The White Ape Half-Emperor was very strong, far surpassing Elder Hongmo. The terrifying aura he exuded right now was proof enough of his power.
If Bai Suyan were in perfect condition, she might not fear the White Ape Half-Emperor. But she was severely injured and utterly incapable of fighting him.
“Elder White Ape, please be merciful.” Seeing the danger, Chu Feng quickly moved to stand in front of Bai Suyan, intending to use his own body to force the White Ape Half-Emperor to hold back.
“Chu Feng, you—” Seeing Chu Feng place himself before Bai Suyan, the White Ape Half-Emperor’s expression changed dramatically, complex emotions surfacing in his eyes. Though reluctant, he ultimately dissipated his offensive aura.
“Elder, when you were not at Greenwood Mountain, Senior Bai helped us out of a difficult situation. Otherwise, Junior Sister Bai, Miss Sima, and I might not have made it here safely.”
“I hope you can consider that Senior Bai was only trying to help us and not cause her trouble,” Chu Feng pleaded.
“Elder White Ape, my mother’s words may have been excessive, but she meant no harm,” Bai Ruochen also spoke up for her mother.
“This elder, I appreciate your good intentions, but I still hope you will allow Ruochen’s mother to escort me back to the Alliance of Spirit World Masters.”
Even Sima Ying spoke, though her words were more direct than Chu Feng’s or Bai Ruochen’s.
Seeing all three of them speak in Bai Suyan’s defense, the White Ape Half-Emperor’s face alternated between green and white, likely feeling quite wretched inside.
“Alas.” He finally let out a helpless sigh. “Forget it, forget it. It seems this old man’s efforts are unappreciated.”
“However, Bai Suyan, you are seriously injured. In your current state, this old man cannot entrust Chu Feng and the others to you.”
“You may take them with you, but at least allow your condition to improve before I let you leave,” the White Ape Half-Emperor declared.
“Mother, since Elder White Ape has said so, you should heal first,” Bai Ruochen urged, genuinely worried about her mother’s injuries.
“Very well.” Bai Suyan nodded in agreement.
She was not foolish and could see the current situation clearly. With the White Ape Half-Emperor present, she could not forcibly take Chu Feng and the others away. Moreover, she understood her own injuries best and needed immediate relief. After weighing everything, healing on the spot was the best choice.
Once the decision was made, Bai Suyan began her recovery. Meanwhile, the Feathered Transformation Sect Master and Sikong Zhaixing started addressing the sect’s current problems.
The Feathered Transformation Sect had suffered considerable losses. Not counting the disciples’ injuries, even the numerous damaged buildings would take time to fully repair, and that required their organization.
While Bai Suyan was healing, the White Ape Half-Emperor called Chu Feng to a quiet place.
“Chu Feng, take this.” The White Ape Half-Emperor handed Chu Feng a Universe Bag.
“Elder White Ape, what is this…?” Taking the Universe Bag, Chu Feng was stunned, his eyes filled with shock.
Because inside that Universe Bag, it was completely full of martial pearls, a number so astonishing that even Chu Feng was taken aback.