Close call

Ezra froze for a second. Damm it, how did he figure out who I was so fast. He quickly regained his composure Well there's no turning back now. Yes, I am. So, what.

Dillan was shocked for a moment he didn't expect Ezra to admit it so fast. You are indeed interesting. I overheard that you were only at the mid 8th level body refining stage.

Dillan then pointed at Finn next to him. As for us we are both at the 9th level body refining stage. Now if you come with us peacefully, we won't hurt you.

Do you really think the two of you can defeat me Ezra said with a shake of his head. Even though I only have 30% of my energy left I'm Above them both in cultivation.

You are very arrogant for only being at the mid 8th level of body refining. I think it's time to put you in your place.

Finn looked at Ezra with the look of a tiger looking at its food. Finn then took the ax off his back and ran towards Ezra. He swung his ax at Ezra's head.

Ezra could only shake his head before throwing out a punch of his own. As the two attacks collided Ezra and Finn were both forced back.

Damit, this person's physical body is so strong. Ezra thought as he took a few steps back his hand was shaking, and his face had turned a little pale. He realized in his even though his cultivation had reached the qi refining realm his body didn't get any stronger. Usually when a cultivator increased their cultivation not just their energy would get stronger but their physical body as well. But it seemed as if his body didn't improve at all. It still didn't help that he didn't have much energy left in him.

Maybe this is my weakness, Ezra thought with a little regret in his heart. Maybe there is another way to improve my physical strength. while he was thinking. Finn was also shocked by the collision

This isn't possible, I'm known for being one of the strongest mercenaries that cultivate body refining. Shit this kid is not simple

Dillan, who was watching from the side finally realized the error they made. He at the first level qi gather realm He said stunned Finn heard this realizing why he couldn't take down Ezra with a single punch.

How are we going to defeat his Finn thought as he looked at Ezra. He then noticed Ezra's Face that had turned a little pale and his energy growing weaker.

Dillan help me fight him. It seems his energy is running out. Dillan nodded before taking out a small sword from his storage ring and stood next to Finn. I think you should reconsider fighting us kid I can tell you are growing tired, and your energy is running out.

He is right, I can't go for much longer. But I must go on, Ezra thought, taking out his sword. And charging at Dillan. Dillan dogged his first blow swinging his sword back at him.

Ezra was able to parry Dillan's sword strikes. But it was clear that Dillan had a lot more experience than Him. Finn took the chance to attack Ezra from the side. Ezra tried to block Dillan's Sword strike and dodge Finn's attack. He managed to parry Dillan's attack but was hit in the side by Finn

Ahgg Ezra was hit into a nearby tree. He felt blood in his mouth but forcefully swallowed it. This isn't good, I only have enough strength to use the rock shattering palm once. I need to make good use of it.

Ezra got back up and once again attacked Dillan and Finn. 1,2 10 strikes were exchanged before he was able to knock back Dillan. Rock shattering palm he yelled, taking the chance to attack Finn. Loin crushing fist Finn countered.

Finn was thrown back landing in a heap on the ground not moving. Ezra was shaking from head to toe from the impact.

Finn! Dillan yelled running over to him. As he looked closer, he realized Finn had no pulse. Dead the word stung in his head. YOU will pay for this Dillan screamed rushing at Ezra

I can't go on, I have to get out of here, Ezra thought in panic. He had used almost all his remaining strength using the rock shattering palm

I will fight till my last breath Ezra thought Picking up his sword and unsteadily holding it waiting for Dillon's attack. Dillan was about to strike when another sword came out of nowhere and pierced Dillan's side.

Ahh Dillan screamed in pain before managing to pull out the sword from his side.

Marcus! Ezra was stunned to see him. What are you doing here. To help you of course

Why you I will kill you for what you did. Dillan screamed, aiming a slash right at Marcus. Marcus was able to Pary a few of his strikes before his sword was knocked out of his hand. That's not good, Marcus thought to himself trying to think of a way to dodge. 

I will kill you Dillan screamed Marcus and Ezra could see the bloodlust in Dillan's eyes. He then rushed straight at Marcus. Marcus could do nothing but watch as Dillan's sword got closer to him.

No! Ezra cried out he used his remaining strength to leap forward stabbing Dillan right through the back. Dillan screamed in pain one last time before falling to the ground dead.