Chapter 12: Sis, I'll take you with me

In the backyard. "Sir Oziel, she's supposed to marry Young Master Clayton..." A maid looked troubled. "Smack!" Oziel slapped her, sending her flying. He stepped forward, grinning maliciously. "Keoni is a lunatic who kills women after he's done with them. Do you think he cares if Tammy's a virgin? Damn it, that little bastard Iwao humiliated and oppressed me in front of everyone, ruining my reputation. Today, I'm going to enjoy his sister's taste!" The maid cowered, trembling. "Squeak." The door opened, and Tammy walked out, her hands hanging by her sides. She was stunningly beautiful, but her face showed a sickly pallor. In her hand, she tightly gripped a sharp piece of porcelain. Tammy had intended to commit suicide on her way to the Clayton Family. Perhaps, before she died, she could see her brother one last time. But now, it seemed she wouldn't have that chance. "Tammy, rather than let strangers take advantage, why not let me enjoy it, huh?" Oziel looked up, his face twisted with excitement, an uncontrollable thrill evident. With a bitter smile, Tammy knew she had no cultivation. If Oziel suspected anything, even death would elude her. "Iwao, I'm sorry. I can't protect you anymore..." "I hope you'll escape. I will be watching over you from heaven!" Tammy steeled her heart and slashed at her delicate neck with the shard. "Boom!" Oziel reacted lightning-fast, flicking his finger. A surge of Spiritual Energy knocked Tammy down, shattering the porcelain shard in her hand to dust. "I haven't tasted you yet. Do you want to die? You won't get the chance!" Oziel grinned maliciously, lunging forward. "Oziel!!!" At that moment, the courtyard wall exploded. A figure charged in like a raging beast, carrying the force of a thousand tons, crashing into Oziel head-on. In an instant, Oziel's back chilled, legs trembling. The opponent was too fast to dodge, so Oziel roared and summoned a shield, blocking in front of him. "Crack!" With a loud bang, the finely crafted steel shield shattered instantly. The force that burst out of it sent Oziel flying. Sounds of bones breaking echoed as his body crashed through two walls before coming to a stop. In the ruins, Oziel struggled to get up, feeling weak all over, blood oozing from his mouth, his face deathly pale! His pupils contracted in anger. That shield was a Second Rank Spiritual Protection! And it was shattered! If it weren't for Spiritual Protection taking the hit, he might have lost his life. "Iwao... it's... you!" When Oziel saw the face clearly, his heart trembled violently. His pupils shrank drastically. "The family is hunting you everywhere, and yet you dare to show yourself!" Oziel struggled to get up from the ground, but the injuries were too severe, and he spat out another mouthful of blood. What truly terrified him was how Iwao's Illusionary Beast had been killed, yet he still possessed such strength. "Daring to lay a hand on my sister, Oziel, you're truly bold!" Iwao's expression turned fierce as he approached, delivering a punch. His fist was quickly covered in a layer of bark, hard as iron, and it landed heavily on Oziel's chest. "Crack!" Oziel's sternum shattered, his heart crushed by the immense force. His head tilted, life leaving his body. A master of the Fifth Level of Earth Spirit Realm was unable to summon his Illusionary Beast in front of Iwao! "Iwao, have you... restored your cultivation?" Tammy's pale face showed a hint of joy. She stumbled forward, embracing Iwao tightly. Then, tears streamed down her face like beads off a broken string, soaking Iwao's shoulder. "Sis, I failed to protect you, and you suffered because of me." Iwao gently patted Tammy's back, his voice resolute. "From now on, I won't allow anyone to bully you!" Tammy was initially smiling, but her expression quickly changed. "Iwao, you know that both inside and outside the family, they're after you. Before they return, you need to leave Cloud-Flipping City. The farther, the better!" "Sis, I'll take you with me." Iwao's voice was gentle. As Tammy was about to speak, she suddenly noticed Travis sitting on Iwao's head. Travis blinked his small eyes, sizing her up. Caught off guard, Tammy stammered, "Iwao, is... is it..." "Sis, this is my new Illusionary Beast." Iwao grabbed Travis from his head and chuckled. "I'll explain later when we have time. Let's get out of here for now!" "Okay." Tammy felt genuinely happy for Iwao's restored cultivation. The despair on her face vanished. Iwao went to the family shrine and found his grandfather Adino's memorial tablet. "Grandpa, the Leach Family has fallen to this point. If you stay here, it's only more humiliation. I'll take you with me!" Iwao stored the tablet in his Storage Ring, then lifted Tammy and headed outside. "Swish, swish, swish!" A group of Leach Family descendants rushed over, surrounding Iwao. "Iwao, you won't escape!" "Not only did you shame the family, but you also dared to kill Young Master Kenyi. Today, we'll capture you and bring you to justice!" These Leach Family descendants were all from Ensio's lineage. Their faces were grim, full of killing intent. "Iwao..." Tammy clenched her fists, her face pale. "Will... will I be a burden to you?" "Haha, these bunch of losers can't stop me!" Iwao laughed heartily. "Sis, watch closely!" Before the words had even left his lips, Iwao erupted with thick Spiritual Energy, showcasing the full power of Myriad Wood Soaring Body. A massive life force circulated him. Travis climbed onto Iwao's head once again. It transformed its hands into two vine-like long whips, grinning widely. "Let me help you loosen up!" "Boom! Boom! Boom!" Iwao charged forward, every step he took creating a booming sound that reverberated through the courtyard. "Stop him!" A group of Leach Family disciples summoned their Illusionary Beasts, but before they could react, Iwao's figure was already crushing past them. "Bang!" A disciple happened to block Iwao's path and was sent flying. Before his body even hit the ground, several crisp snaps rang out, his bones completely shattered! Iwao was like a crazed beast, unstoppable! "Stand down!" A young man rode a Saber-Toothed Tiger, charging towards Iwao. Travis whipped his long whip in the air, cracking loudly as it struck the young man's face. He let out a miserable scream and fell from the back of the Saber-Toothed Tiger. Half of his face was a mess of blood and flesh! Iwao rushed out of the mansion in three or four steps but suddenly stopped in his tracks. In front of him stood a figure looking down at him, its eyes crimson, exuding a fierce killing intent!