Apocalypse: Why did you provoke her? She's a cultivator.

Chapter 117 Hand Over the Crystal Core
Those people on the other side are all extraordinary!
Especially that stunningly beautiful woman; he was no match for her.

He had just used 70% of his supernatural power, but that woman had easily neutralized it.

Judging from her unwavering expression, that move was nothing more than a piece of cake for her.

How could Qin Xiaoxiao have a grudge against someone with such formidable strength?

Li Zhao was completely baffled, but he no longer had time to think about it.

He watched helplessly as his brothers, oblivious to the situation, unleashed deadly attacks on the enemy with ferocious momentum.

He was so angry he almost vomited blood.

"Stop!" Li Zhao roared desperately, "All of you, stop!"

The Axe Gang members were full of questions. Although they didn't understand why Brother Li wanted them to stop, they still stopped.

However, some people had already made their move, and now it was too late for them to back down.

More than a dozen ice arrows and fireballs hurtled toward Ye Qiumian and her companions at lightning speed.

Fortunately, Chu Qingyang and his group reacted quickly, and a powerful burst of supernatural energy converged and swept away.

The two forces collided in mid-air and exploded instantly, the aftershocks knocking the people in front back several steps.

Li Zhao immediately ran to the front, bowed and smiled, saying, "I'm sorry everyone, we were blind to your greatness. Since none of us are injured, could we let this go and leave right away?"

"What do you mean 'let it go'? Brother Li, how can you just let this go? There are so many of us, what are we afraid of?!"

Qin Xiaoxiao was furious when she saw Li Zhao's obsequious manner.

“That’s right, Brother Li, we’re not afraid of them!” The burly man also stepped forward.

Nan Shaohua raised an eyebrow at Li Zhao, "You heard it too, it seems you can't make decisions for them."

Upon hearing this, Li Zhao's face instantly darkened.

During this period, the Axe Gang has indeed spoiled Qin Xiaoxiao too much.

This has caused her ego to swell to the point where she can disregard the decisions of the gang leader.

For example, right now, he has already realized that these people are not simple.

He didn't want his Axe Gang brothers to perish here, so he stopped them from attacking multiple parties.

Talking to the other party again might help avoid a disaster.

As a result, Qin Xiaoxiao jumped out and contradicted him, which was really short-sighted!
She's only thinking about her own pleasure and doesn't care about her brothers' lives at all.

It seems that if he doesn't take a tougher stance, Qin Xiaoxiao should become the leader of the Axe Gang.

"Qin Xiaoxiao, you don't need to say anything more. My mind is made up."

Li Zhao turned around, his sharp gaze sweeping across everyone's face.

He said in a deep voice, "Do you remember who the leader of the Axe Gang is? If anyone is unwilling to obey my orders now, don't talk about the Axe Gang anymore. Whether you live or die is none of my business."

This is both a reminder and a warning to them.

Upon hearing Li Zhao's words, many people immediately showed expressions of sudden realization.

Yeah, Brother Li is their leader!

Along the way, Brother Li led them all, avoiding countless dangers.

They always listened to Brother Li; they were only provoked by Qin Xiaoxiao's words and couldn't help but take action.

Judging from what Brother Li is saying now, the other party is someone they can't afford to offend?

Thinking about these things, many people's minds cleared up, and they recalled the two rounds that had just taken place between the two sides.

It seems they really didn't gain any advantage at all.

This shows what?
This demonstrates that the opponent's strength far surpasses theirs.

The opponent was merely on the defensive and did not launch a full-scale attack.

If the other party had really gone all out, they would probably be dead by now. Thinking this, they suddenly felt a chill run down their spines.

Their eyes were filled with gratitude as they looked at Li Zhao.

"Brother Li, of course we'll listen to you!"

"The Axe Gang only has Brother Li as its leader. I don't recognize anyone else but Brother Li!"

Someone shouted out loud, taking the opportunity to express their loyalty.

The burly man's expression began to shift unpredictably, alternating between conflict and anger.

He felt that Li Zhao had exaggerated a bit.

Xiao Xiao was just trying to vent everyone's anger; how could she not be following his orders?
What did the other people mean by what they said?
Although he usually protects Qin Xiaoxiao, it's only because her healing ability level is high.

Moreover, he wasn't the only one in the Axe Gang who treated Qin Xiaoxiao so well.

Did Brother Li hear someone say something to sow discord?

The burly man hesitated before speaking, "Brother Li, are you mistaken? The brothers have always put you in charge."

Seeing that the burly man had also sided with Li Zhao, Qin Xiaoxiao's face turned extremely ugly with anger.

Even though she was furious, seeing Brother Li's cold face, she didn't dare to urge them to deal with Ye Qiu Mian anymore.

She snorted coldly and turned her head away without saying a word.

Anyway, given her healing abilities, they won't do anything to her.

Qin Xiaoxiao was right. The Axe Gang had invested so many resources in cultivating Qin Xiaoxiao, so naturally they wouldn't want to send her away.

Seeing that Qin Xiaoxiao had stopped making a fuss, Li Zhao was dissatisfied, but he still changed the subject.

He turned to look at Ye Qiumian, a sincere smile spreading across his face.

"Sorry for disturbing you, we'll leave right away."

"You think you can just leave like that? Doesn't that make us look like we're easy to bully?"

Nan Shaohua stepped forward and stopped him, exuding a dangerous aura.

Upon hearing this, Qin Xiaoxiao immediately tried to incite others to take action.

Before she could even speak, Li Zhao shot her a warning look.

She was indignant, but could only reluctantly shut her mouth.

Li Zhao knew that if he didn't bleed a little today, this matter wouldn't end well.

"What will it take for you to let us leave? We will do our best to do anything we can," Li Zhao said.

Nan Shaohua leaned close to Ye Qiumian and asked with a grin, "Sister Ye, what kind of price do you think we should make them pay?"

Li Zhao then realized that she was actually the leader among those people.

Ye Qiu Mian glanced at him, and Nan Shaohua immediately dropped his playful grin and stood silently at attention.

I have to stand properly, Sister Ye's gaze is too sharp.

It made him feel really uneasy.

Ye Qiumian: "Let them hand over all the crystal cores they have."

Nan Shaohua immediately glared at him and said coldly, "Did you hear that? Hand over all the crystal cores you have!"

He stepped forward, exuding an aura of power and a formidable presence.

"Brother Li!" someone couldn't help but call out.

If they hand over all the crystal cores, wouldn't that kill them?
Although they had a relatively smooth journey under Li Zhao's leadership, it didn't mean they hadn't encountered any dangers.

The crystal cores on everyone's bodies were obtained through risking their lives, and no one was willing to give them away so easily.

Another chapter will be released around 11:30.