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Rewinding time by approximately ten minutes, two figures with identical faces but different genders approached a lightning-clad figure who nonchalantly dusted his golden clothes.
Although Sikong Jian had been flung by Luotian's unexpected assault, he sustained minimal injuries. Instead, he marveled at the brat's remarkable progress.
As he grappled with this realization, two figures with resolute killing intent advanced towards him.
A burst of laughter preceded Sikong Jian's words. "They dispatched you two to challenge me? Why not inform them of your prior defeat at my hands? Back then, I was merely a Three Talons Warrior. Now, having ascended to Four Talons, while you both remain at Three Talons, how could you hope to prevail against me, hmm?"
