Half of Li Juetian's body was in a bloody mess, and he looked to be in a miserable state. Even so, he tenaciously remained standing in the air as he hurriedly healed. He had displayed incredible tenacity and willpower.

On the other hand, Scarlet Flame Monarch was gasping for breath as he constantly absorbed the flame energy around him to replenish his exhausted energy. He wanted to push forth and capture Li Juetian, but he also realized that it wouldn't be easy.

"Sigh, looks like I have really gotten old," said Scarlet Flame Monarch bleakly.

"You won't be able to kill me," said Li Juetian.

"Yes. But you can't defeat me either," replied Scarlet Flame Monarch.

Li Juetian said, "You won't be able to stop me if I want to run with them."

"Hehe, you think too highly of yourself. I was like you back in the days. I have a different opinion. I think it would be the best for you to stay with them and serve my young master," said Scarlet Flame Monarch with a smile.

"I, Li Juetian, will not submit to anyone. It's not like you can even capture me," said Li Juetian.

"I can," said Scarlet Flame Monarch confidently.

Li Juetian had a look of contempt, not understanding the reason for this person to be so stubborn.

Scarlet Flame Monarch said, "You cultivate the Three Severing Slash. Too bad you have only comprehended a tiny bit of the technique. I refuse to believe you're not interested in Old Man Three Severing's inheritance."

Li Juetian's pupils constricted. Clearly, Scarlet Flame Monarch's words were right on the mark. Old Man Three Severing was the legendary individual who had created the Three Severing Slash. It was said that he had entered the realm beyond Heaven Battling Realm. The chance to obtain his inheritance would be an opportunity that would fill everyone with envy.

However, Li Juetian was no gullible child. He would not blindly believe Scarlet Flame Monarch's words. He asked, "If you know the location of Old Man Three Severing's inheritance, why don't you get it for yourself instead? Don't even dream of lying to me!"

"Hehe, Old Man Three Severing is a legendary individual from 100,000 years ago. Countless people are searching for his inheritance. I don't know the exact location of his inheritance, but I once explored some of the clues. I am 80 percent confident I know the location. If it wasn't for the incident that had happened to me and my master back then, I would have found Old Man Three Severing's cultivation location," said Scarlet Flame Monarch confidently. "Of course, you can choose not to believe me. However, it is in a completely unexpected place. You will probably spend a lifetime looking for it only to find nothing. Perhaps it will be worth trusting me once."

He then turned and headed back into the Celestial Skeleton headquarters, not bothering to talk more. He knew very well that it would be very hard for Li Juetian to believe his words, but he was confident that if the other party longed for Old Man Three Severing's inheritance, this was an opportunity that couldn't be missed. In any case, he wasn't lying.

Li Juetian hovered in the air, dazed, his thoughts in disarray. Over the years, he had been searching for Old Man Three Severing's inheritance. However, he had never found anything. That was why his cultivation level had been stuck. If he could obtain Old Man Three Severing's inheritance, his strength would soar, and he would finally be able to get his revenge. There was no helping it as his enemy was too powerful.

He was a decisive person. After spending a short while thinking about it, he started heading toward the Celestial Skeleton headquarters as well. When Xiang Shaoyun saw the two coming over one after another, he was confused.

"Has Scarlet Flame been defeated?" Xiang Shaoyun frowned.

It was at this time that Old Urchin noiselessly appeared beside him to prevent Li Juetian from potentially sneak attacking him.

Li Juetian looked at Scarlet Flame Monarch and asked, "Were you telling the truth?"

"Absolutely," Scarlet Flame Monarch replied solemnly.

"Good. I can stay and help, but there will be a time limit. I do not wish to submit to anyone," Li Juetian gave his term.

"Sure. Serve my young master for 10 years, and you will get what you want," replied Scarlet Flame Monarch.

Li Juetian frowned and hesitated before saying, "It can't be longer than five years. I don't even know if you're really telling the truth. Unless you can prove it, I won't agree to a period of ten years."

"Sure, we'll do five years. I am not 100 percent sure, but I am 90 percent sure," said Scarlet Flame Monarch with a smile. He looked at Xiang Shaoyun and said, "Young master, he will be serving you for five years starting now. Feel free to make him work."

Xiang Shaoyun was wild with joy. He had been troubled over his lack of Heaven Battling Realm experts. And now, one such Heaven Battling Realm expert had joined him just when he needed them most.

He did not know how Scarlet Flame Monarch had accomplished this, but he had confidence in Scarlet Flame Monarch, so he wasn't worried. After experiencing just how good it felt to have capable assistants by his side, his will to nurture some faithful helpers for himself was reaffirmed.

Xiang Shaoyun allowed Li Juetian to meet the three villains. When they met, a discussion ensued. When they heard that even Li Juetian had agreed to stay and help, they grew anxious. Li Juetian did not give them much of an explanation, leaving them in confusion.

Yao Jiaojiao, Ugly Gambler, and Du Wusheng finally accepted their fate. Since even their boss had submitted, there was nothing they could do. And just like that, four of the villains became Xiang Shaoyun's helpers, and the force at his side suddenly grew much stronger.

After subduing the four villains, Xiang Shaoyun also planned to get his hands on the remaining three villains as well. He had the four villains to persuade the other three, promising that he would grant them their freedom after he did what he needed to do. Of course, that deal excluded Li Juetian.

Sending the villains against the other villains was the most optimal way of going around it. As the villains knew each other's hiding places, they were able to soon bring over the Heaven Rupturing Foot and Smiling Monk.

As for the villain ranked second, Shi Lie, he was nowhere to be found. Perhaps he had long left Bloodsin City. With that, six of the Seven Villains were now serving under Xiang Shaoyun.

Can Lehen and Smiling Monk were not pleased, but with Li Juetian's suppression, they were forced to lower their heads and compromise. With his army prepared, Xiang Shaoyun finally set foot on his return journey to Xia Hamlet. The period of seven years had ended, and it was time for them to come together and talk business.