The Fire Cloud Gourd silently activated, ready at any moment to switch from defense to attack, aiding the sword move.

Meanwhile, his mind secretly connected with another wood puppet inside the storage bag. He had already made up his mind; during the upcoming clash, when the energy exploded, he would seize the opportunity to use the wood puppet to ambush Situ Zhen.

Having been targeted by him multiple times, Su Shi'er had long harbored a murderous intent.

Inside and outside the Illusory Star Sect, it was naturally inappropriate to act openly, especially since his strength was insufficient before.