The Strongest Dandy in the City Chapter 2306 - 2295: Despair

Beside Ye Chenfeng stood Cao Xiaodong.

Witnessing Ye Chenfeng's complete indifference, a surge of anger welled up within Cao Xiaodong's heart.

Having spent several days alongside Ye Chenfeng, he had begun to accept the latter's presence in their home, even considering him as part of the family. After all, it seemed unlikely Ye Chenfeng would have anywhere else to go if he remained at the junkyard, suggesting he would continue living with them.

A stubborn individual who detested weakness, Cao Xiaodong perceived Ye Chenfeng, who couldn't even muster the courage to speak, as the epitome of feebleness. His disdain for Ye Chenfeng grew intense, making him question the wisdom of rescuing him in the first place.

At this moment, Cao Xiaodong's disgust for Ye Chenfeng reached its zenith. He even took a couple of steps back, creating distance, and redirected his furious gaze towards Ding Zhenhu. Cao Yunwei, his sole sibling, was being threatened, and he absolutely could not permit anyone to bully his sister.

As Ding Zhenhu observed Cao Yunwei, a hint of longing gradually entered his eyes.

In Ding Zhenhu's estimation, there was no way Cao Yunwei would have taken Ye Chenfeng under her wing without a compelling reason.

This Ye Chenfeng, utterly devoid of strength and completely useless, was nonetheless being tended to with precious healing elixirs to mend his broken bones by Cao Yunwei. To Ding Zhenhu, it seemed quite plausible that Cao Yunwei harbored romantic intentions towards Ye Chenfeng, and he refused to let someone else claim the woman he desired.

Pointing a finger at Ye Chenfeng, Ding Zhenhu barked, "Kid, get over here to Grandpa. Individuals like you stand no chance of survival in this mysterious space. Why not let me grant you a swift end? If you comply obediently, I can ensure your death is less agonizing."

Confronted by Ding Zhenhu's menacing words, Ye Chenfeng remained impassive. Just as he prepared to advance, Cao Yunwei intervened, her beautiful eyes blazing with anger as she glared at Ding Zhenhu, proclaiming, "Since he is staying with me, Cao Yunwei, I bear the responsibility of guaranteeing his safety."

As she spoke.

Cao Yunwei retrieved a pristine white Spirit Talisman from her sleeve, its surface radiating constant fluctuations of Spiritual Energy. This potent Spirit Talisman, a keepsake from her parents, possessed the capability to inflict serious harm upon an individual at the Fifth Layer of the Nirvana Realm once unleashed.

The onlookers, drawn by the commotion, witnessed Cao Yunwei produce the Spirit Talisman. Their expressions shifted subtly, and they instinctively retreated to maintain a safe distance, evidently recognizing the formidable power contained within the artifact.

Upon seeing his sister resorting to using their sole life-preserving Spirit Talisman for the sake of the seemingly weak Ye Chenfeng, Cao Xiaodong grew even more agitated. "Sister, what are you doing? This fellow is so frail and useless. You can't possibly have feelings for him, can you? You always said the man you longed for would be a towering hero, capable of shielding you from the harshest storms."

Ye Chenfeng himself was taken aback; he had not anticipated Cao Yunwei would go to such extreme measures. He understood the profound significance of this life-saving Spirit Talisman, as it was the sole deterrent that allowed Cao Yunwei and her brother to coexist peacefully at the junkyard.

Observing Cao Yunwei present the Spirit Talisman, Ding Zhenhu's suspicions were solidified. He resolutely refused to permit Ye Chenfeng to usurp his position and scoffed, "Cao Yunwei, your brother speaks the absolute truth. Is this truly worth it? I have no intention of making things difficult for you; I merely desire the kid's life."

"To protect this child, you've even brought out the life-saving Spirit Talisman. Such actions are utter folly. Do you truly intend to unleash this talisman against me?"

The usually refined Cao Yunwei's expression turned resolute as she calmly retorted, "He was brought back by me. For as long as he remains under my roof, I am determined to ensure his safety, unless I am rendered completely incapable of doing so."

"Ding Zhenhu, are you truly prepared to court death? This Spirit Talisman possesses the power to grievously wound someone at the Fifth Layer of the Nirvana Realm, whereas you are merely at the Initial Stage of the Third Layer."

Witnessing Cao Yunwei's profound benevolence and the lengths to which she would go for him, Ye Chenfeng was deeply moved. As he prepared to ask her to step aside.

Ding Zhenhu's aura suddenly erupted, and he lunged forward without a moment's hesitation, rapidly advancing towards Ye Chenfeng.

Cao Yunwei had not anticipated Ding Zhenhu would actually dare to act. With the situation escalating so rapidly, there was no time for deliberation. The Spirit Talisman in her possession was designed for immediate activation, independent of Spiritual Energy.

With a swift movement of her arm, Cao Yunwei unleashed the Spirit Talisman, bathing the surroundings in a brilliant white light.

Accompanied by a resounding "boom!"

A spectral image of a colossal white sword materialized in the air, swiftly descending upon Ding Zhenhu.

From the phantom of the colossal white sword, waves of power emanated, causing tremors among the onlookers. This force was potent enough to severely wound an expert at the Fifth Layer of the Nirvana Realm. However, in Ye Chenfeng's current estimation, such might was utterly insignificant. Even without the ability to circulate Spiritual Energy, his physique, which was merely at the Middle Stage of the Divinity Transformation Realm, would be sufficient to withstand the spectral blade.

Yet, Ding Zhenhu's countenance shifted drastically upon confronting the phantom of the massive white sword. He promptly retrieved a cerulean Jade Pendant from his person and channeled Spiritual Energy into it.

As the blue Jade Pendant began to radiate light, Ding Zhenhu found himself encased within a pulsating shield of azure energy.

With a resounding 'bang!'

The phantom of the white giant sword collided head-on with the blue energy shield, resulting in the mutual annihilation of both formidable energies. Ding Zhenhu emerged completely unharmed.

The audacity for his actions today stemmed from a revelation two days prior: his elder brother, Ding Zhenlong, had reached out to acquaintances in Floating Cloud City, who then dispatched a defensive Jade Pendant to him. This particular Jade Pendant possessed the capability to endure an assault from an individual at the First Layer of the Divinity Transformation Realm.

Ding Zhenhu had procured the Jade Pendant from his brother, a decision that emboldened him to act today. After all, Cao Yunwei's Spirit Talisman was only capable of inflicting harm upon someone at the Fifth Layer of the Nirvana Realm. Could the Jade Pendant, designed to withstand an attack from a cultivator at the First Layer of the Divinity Transformation Realm, not deflect the strike from Cao Yunwei's Spirit Talisman?

Both the Spirit Talisman and the Jade Pendant were single-use artifacts.

Following the deployment of the Spirit Talisman, Cao Yunwei's talisman dissolved into ethereal nothingness in the air.

Meanwhile, Ding Zhenhu's Jade Pendant fractured into fine dust.

Witnessing Ding Zhenhu emerge unscathed, Cao Yunwei realized with dawning horror that he had come fully prepared on this occasion. With their final life-saving Spirit Talisman expended, she and her brother, devoid of any cultivation powers, were utterly defenseless against Ding Zhenhu.

A profound sense of despair began to creep into Cao Yunwei's heart.

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