Bai Qingxue struggled to her feet, wiping the blood from the corner of her mouth. Her gaze remained icy and unyielding as she condensed an ice sword in her hand once more, though its light was dim: "If you're going to kill me, then kill me. Why waste words? The Bai family doesn't die on their knees." "Good! You've got spine!" Yu Chenzi smiled grimly. "Then I'll grant your wish!" Cyan sword energy condensed once more, carrying an aura of destruction as it slashed down at her head. This strike was fueled by his rage, holding nothing back, determined to kill Bai Qingxue on the spot! Bai Qingxue knew she couldn't block it. A trace of resolve flashed in her eyes as she prepared to fight to the death, intending to at least grievously wound her opponent. At that critical moment— "Hummm—!" The golden pillar of light not far away suddenly erupted with intense radiance once more. This time, the light didn't shoot toward the clouds. ...