Xia Mingcheng was somewhat apprehensive when he saw Ling Zhenfei, and after hearing Blood Son's words, he naturally understood what Blood Son meant.
Blood Son meant that we are not their match, grab the item and leave quickly.
Xia Mingcheng said, "I'll hold them off for a while, you go get the item first."
The Northern Spiritual Energy in Xia Mingcheng's hand launched an attack toward Ling Zhenfei and Dongfang Lin.
Although Dongfang Lin was a girl, the Spiritual Energy on her body was incredibly strong, and her Realm was very high, at least Chasing Heart Realm Mid-Stage, or even stronger.
A very exquisite dagger appeared in Dongfang Lin's hand. Although the dagger was short and lightweight, it was brimming with Spiritual Energy, and Ling Zhenfei could even feel the elemental power of Wood Element and Gold Element from it.
By blocking Ling Zhenfei and Dongfang Lin, Xia Mingcheng naturally aimed to let Blood Son seize the Seven-colored Lotus Pod.
After sending two moves at Xia Mingcheng, Ling Zhenfei said to Dongfang Lin, "Miss Dongfang, I'll leave this old man to you. I'm going after that kid; we mustn't let these two escape."
Dongfang Lin replied, "Go ahead, this man won't get away from me."
Upon hearing their words, the Spiritual Energy in Xia Mingcheng's hand became even sharper, clearly intending to obstruct Ling Zhenfei.
But how could Ling Zhenfei be someone others could simply block? With a flicker of soul power, Ling Zhenfei instantly used shape-shifting shadows to appear behind Xia Mingcheng.
If not for pursuing Blood Son, this would have been a great opportunity to attack Xia Mingcheng.
Ling Zhenfei ignored Xia Mingcheng's surprise and chased after Blood Son with the Blooming Step Technique.
Blood Son had already reached the northeast corner of the hall, where a tall red wooden table was placed, and on the table was a beautiful wooden plate.
On this plate was a segment of lotus root, approximately the size of a palm, crystal clear as if made of jade. Beneath the lotus root was a Lotus Pod.
The Lotus Pod was green with lotus seeds in seven colors: red, orange, yellow, green, cyan, blue, and purple.
There was no need to say it—this clearly was the so-called Seven-colored Lotus Pod. What Ling Zhenfei hadn't expected was that underneath the Seven-colored Lotus Pod was an additional segment of lotus root.
The records of the Seven-colored Lotus Pod didn't mention a lotus root segment beneath it, but surely this segment wasn't ordinary.
Blood Son was already at the table; with just an outstretched hand, he could grab the Seven-colored Lotus Pod.
However, there was a restriction in front of this red table that blocked Blood Son.
Yet how could a spiritual restriction block Blood Son, whose Bloody Evil Technique devours all Spiritual Energy?
Blood Son released his Bloody Evil, which rushed at the restriction. The restriction had many layers but was being devoured by the Bloody Evil.
Ling Zhenfei arrived just at this time and charged at Blood Son. Blood Son was shocked and waved a fan, causing Bloody Evil to lunge at Ling Zhenfei, forming a Blood Evil Wall.
Ling Zhenfei smiled slightly; the Blood Evil Wall was no threat to him, as using the power of the soul could naturally break through its blockade.
Yet Ling Zhenfei had even better methods like shape-shifting shadows.
Shape-shifting shadows resemble teleportation; it's instantaneous movement, and though the distance is limited, passing through this thin Blood Evil Wall is extremely easy.
Meanwhile, the Bloody Evil had completely devoured the spiritual restriction. Blood Son flashed past and reached out to grab the Seven-colored Lotus Pod.
At that moment, Ling Zhenfei suddenly appeared beside Blood Son and also reached out to grab the Seven-colored Lotus Pod.
Ling Zhenfei casually grabbed at it. Blood Son was the first to extend a hand and grasp the large Lotus Pod.
Ling Zhenfei was startled and quickly grasped the White Jade Lotus Root Segment underneath the Lotus Pod.
Both were quite shocked as they looked at each other, regretting not reaching out a split second earlier.
Ling Zhenfei said, "Let go immediately, or I guarantee you won't escape today."
Blood Son said, "Ling Zhenfei, our enmity is irreconcilable; it's either you or me. But today, I am determined to get the Seven-colored Lotus Pod."
Ling Zhenfei said, "You vile villain, you dare to seize others' Seven-colored Lotus Pod and even slaughter their whole family. You truly act with ruthless precision."
Blood Son retorted angrily, "Ling Zhenfei, wouldn't all of this be your fault? If not for you, do you think I would have done such things?"
Ling Zhenfei said, "How many people have you killed practicing Bloody Evil Technique since childhood? Do I need to remind you? Release your hand now, or I will make you regret it."
Blood Son said, "So you're here for the Seven-colored Lotus Pod too? Well, it's in my hands now. Release your grip, or else I could just instantly turn it to dust."
Ling Zhenfei said, "Go ahead, if you dare. You must be injured after our last fight, isn't it? Destroy the Seven-colored Lotus Pod if you dare."
Blood Son, angered, said, "Ling Zhenfei, don't think I won't dare. If you push me, I'll do anything."
Suddenly, there was a loud bang as Dongfang Lin and Xia Mingcheng's Spiritual Energy collided from afar, pushing Xia Mingcheng back a few steps.
It seemed Ling Zhenfei was right; Dongfang Lin was indeed quite strong, at least above the Chasing Heart Realm Mid-Stage in power.
The situation was now quite clear: Xia Mingcheng wasn't a match for Dongfang Lin; he could only save himself, but aiding Blood Son would be impossible.
Blood Son was injured last time and already terrified by Ling Zhenfei, so even now, without much Spiritual Energy, Blood Son wouldn't dare confront Ling Zhenfei, as merely seeing him caused fear.
Blood Son was certainly very frightened, unaware of Ling Zhenfei's current weakness and only knowing Ling Zhenfei's strength surpassed his own.
The main issue was that his Bloody Evil Technique was ineffective against Ling Zhenfei, causing Blood Son considerable anxiety.
Ling Zhenfei said, "If you don't release your hand, don't blame me for being ruthless."
Ling Zhenfei wanted to use his formidable pressure to threaten Blood Son, despite his own weakened state, hoping Blood Son would fall for it.
In reality, if Ling Zhenfei and Blood Son were to fight now, they were evenly matched; one had exhausted his Spiritual Energy, while the other's recovery from injury was uncertain.
Blood Son sneered defiantly, "Ling Zhenfei, I'm not afraid. If you're bold enough, come and challenge me."
With that, he suddenly exerted force and snapped the Seven-colored Lotus Pod off.
Blood Son took the Lotus Pod in hand, leaving Ling Zhenfei holding only the White Jade Lotus Root Segment.
Ling Zhenfei truly desired the Seven-colored Lotus Pod, for its miraculous effects were well-documented, whereas nothing was recorded about the White Jade Lotus Root Segment that produced it.