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Chapter 344: Exterminating a Demon in a Formation

Han Li didnt carefully study the fragments, instead, he carefully swept his surroundings once more. After he was convinced that he hadnt overlooked anything, he started to think about how he should deal with the huge mantis.

He didnt want to let this demonic beast slip by. After all, its forelimbs were rare, high-quality crafting materials, not to mention the other parts of its body.

As for subduing the monster alive, Han Li abandoned the thought after some consideration.

He clearly understood that he did not have the experience required to attempt it. Cultivators that control demonic beasts have learned to restrain magic beasts since their childhood and have become extremely familiar with the process. Wanting to vainly keep such a powerful spiritual beast was just wishful thinking.

As for the Controlling Spirit Sect cultivator, he had probably lost control of the mantis when he lost his body and changed appearances. Else, his spirit beast wouldve remained in his control. The spirit beast wouldve loyally served him for a lifetime and never leave him. It was bound to be more loyal than a human.

As for whether Han Li should inform the Seven Sects and their allies of this information, he decided to wait for a few days and listen for any news since he had no way of knowing whether the Controlling Spirit Sect cultivators information was genuine or not. After all, he could travel at great speed. Even if he was a few days late, he would be able to arrive at the Seven Sects Camp before the deadline.

As a result, Han Li spent a day in the dense forest near the mountain cave, secretly setting up the Five Elements Reversal Great Formation.

Han Li didnt lay out a portion of the great formation in a hurry, like he did at the Imperial Palace. He had set up the formation in its entirety, its power was naturally far greater than before.

At this moment, he saw the huge mantis leave to hunt for food. It had actually brought back a huge black tiger, leaving Han Li astonished.

This was the first time he had seen this kind of black tiger, it was definitely no common beast. However, it was quite unfortunate that this beast had met its end, merely becoming a wholesome meal for the mantis.

Having finished his preparations, Han Li quietly snuck into the mountain cave.

But just a short moment later, he was already rushing out of the cave on his Divine Wind Boat, flying straight toward his formation. A shadow closely pursued him, it was the huge mantis that Han Li had startled.

Because he had placed the formation nearby, Han Li entered the formations territory soon after he left the cave. Although the mantis was somewhat intelligent, it couldnt possibly comprehend the formation spell and was easily trapped within the formation spell.

In the following two days, Han Li allowed the huge mantis to frantically run around within the Five Elements Reversal Formation, fully displaying the effects of the illusionary entrapment and the boundaries of area confinement.

After the two days had passed, the demonic beast was exhausted and no longer moved within the formation. At that moment, Han Li took out many puppets and started to unceasingly harass it from outside the formation, prohibiting it from resting.

Although the mantis attacks were exceedingly fearsome, its defense was just ordinary. Because it couldnt approach the puppets attacking it, it was forced to use its scythe-like forelimbs to protect itself.

This continued for half a day until the demon mantis was no longer able to endure, allowing the puppets to strike at its body. Although its injures werent heavy, its strength had been mostly exhausted. At this moment, Han Li took turns changing the puppets spirit stones.

Seeing that it was almost time to finish up, Han Li summoned a treasure talisman, a small yellow knife. Under the cover of the puppets attacks, it stabbed through the mantis head, killing it within the formation.

Victorious, Han Li walked toward the demon beasts corpse with barely concealed excitement. He then took out his huge silver sword and cut off its incisive forelimbs.

Then with great expectations, he slowly opened the mantis abdomen. He hoped that this demon beast was truly a grade five demon beast. As such, he would be able to acquire an exceptionally rare demon core.

Han Lis face suddenly revealed pleasant surprise, but his expression turned strange immediately after. He was shocked by the items he had taken out of the corpse, several identical shining white ovals with visible veins.

Monster beast eggs? Han Li spoke to himself with astonishment. He was a bit confused, he had been expecting a demon beasts core.

After Han Li recovered from his astonishment, he removed another seven eggs from the mantis abdomen for a total of over ten eggs.

These eggs were the same size as a chickens egg. Han Li couldnt help but laugh, this was truly a pleasant surprise.

He immediately thought of something and suddenly wrinkled his brows. His brows remain furrowed as he placed his finger on a white egg and closed his eyes.

Shortly after, Han Lis face became unsightly. These eggs didnt contain the slightest aura of life and were clearly lifeless. This was quite common with regards to demon beasts. After all, how could an extraordinary demon beast leave behind offspring so easily?

With a gloomy expression, he tested the rest of the eggs. As expected, all the eggs were lifeless, causing him to feel depressed.

With an angry heart, Han Li thought of turning the eggs to ash, but after a moment of hesitation, he decided to keep them in a jade container.

This mantis wasnt a common demon beast. Even if its eggs were dead, they could prove to be useful! Han Li said with unwillingness.

After he picked off the mantis gray wings, Han Li turned its corpse into ash and flew off toward the cave. Although his hopes werent high, Han Li still wanted to see if there was anything worth taking.

Han Lis search resulted in a surprise.

Inside the cave, Han Li actually found a shriveled, gray-robed corpse. The corpse had an intact storage pouch at its waist.

As Han Li grasped the storage pouch, his heart was pounding heavily.

There was no question. This corpse was certain to be the remains of that Controlling Spirit Sect cultivator. When he ejected his soul from his body, he had actually left his storage pouch behind, leaving behind a pleasant surprise for Han Li!

Naturally, Han Li couldnt have known that the Controlling Spirit Sect cultivator had immediately perished because his injuries were too severe. He was only able to bind his Green Brilliance Dagger and condense a small amount of his Golden Cores spiritual Qi into that green ball, flusteredly taking two items with him before his soul left his body. After all, if he was too late, then his soul would perish along with his body.

The storage pouch in his hands had belonged to a Core Formation cultivator. After suppressing the giddy excitement in his heart, he submerged his spiritual sense into the storage pouch and carefully examined what was inside.

However, after searching through the storage pouch, Han Li no longer felt any of his previously held excitement.

The huge storage pouch was actually filled with jars and pots. A majority of them were demon beast feed for insects. This was naturally of no use to Han Li. The rest was just a bit better, containing all sorts of named insect specimens.

After a bit of investigation, Han Li found that most of the insects were still alive, much to his surprise. They had actually survived after several years without care. Their vitality was truly tenacious!

As for the high grade talismans, magic tools and treasure talismans that Han Li direly needed, not a single one of them could be found, leaving Han Li speechless.

Fortunately, Han Li had eventually reached the bottom layer of the storage pouch and found a green jade slip that greatly roused Han Lis interest.

The slip contained that Controlling Spirit Sect cultivators experiences on breeding insects. Not only did it introduce over a thousand unknown insects to Han Li, but it also mentioned the secret techniques that were used to breed and control them. But what caught Han Lis interest the most was his ranking of which insects were the most ferocious.

The huge mantis was obviously on the list. Although it was gray, he had called it the Golden-back Demon Mantis. This caused Han Li to be utterly confused for a moment.

This huge mantis was only ranked seventy-three in his list of strange insects. There were still over seventy-two even more fearsome insects on that list. Han Li, who had personally witnessed the strength of the Golden-back Demon Mantis, was stunned.

Han Li eagerly looked through the list for most of the day before finally withdrawing his spiritual sense from the jade slip. After a moment of contemplation, he started to match the insects in his possession with the description of the fantastical insects he had read about.

The results left Han Li beyond dissatisfied!

Without considering any other uses the insects may have, their rankings were far too low! Only two of them were ranked above a hundred and the vast majority of them were ranked among two and three hundred!

Had that Controlling Spirit Sect cultivator heard Han Lis complaints, he definitely wouldve cursed him out! How could these strange insects be so easily acquired? Not to mention the top hundred rankings, even insects ranked in the top three to four hundred were rare breeds that were acquired over several hundred years of effort and violent struggle.

Chapter 343: Brilliant Green Dagger

What is that?

Han Li was greatly surprised that Crooked Soul was actually able to block his full power strike and couldnt help but stare at the green light.

The inch-long dagger glimmered with a translucent green brilliance.

Magic treasure! Han Li couldnt help but exclaim in surprise.

Regardless of whether it was a magic treasure or not, Han Li was still shocked.

With just his sixth layer Qi Condensation cultivation, he still was able to use that item to block the Black Dragons Claws.

Han Li was surprised that he still had a magic treasure to protect himself. Itll be a bit more troublesome, but Han Li would be able to kill him with pleasure and leisurely acquire this treasure.

He was now completely certain that this person was once a Core Formation cultivator!

With that in mind, Han Li continued his fierce assault with the Black Dragons Claws and flipped his hand, revealing the Spirit Guiding Bell.

The reason why Han Li didnt think of using it from the start was because he thought that it was unnecessary, since Crooked Soul had already been restrained by the Soul Lock Talismans.

Seeing that Han Li took out the Soul Guiding Bell, Crooked Souls eyes flashed with panic. But, soon after, he immediately struck his lower abdomen with a grimace, spitting out an emerald-green ball. As soon as it appeared, it released a soft green light that enveloped his entire body.

At this moment, Han Li started to ring the Soul Guiding Bell, intending to cause Crooked Souls bones to become numb and leave him unable to fight.

After a series of rings, Crooked Soul stood there unscathed as if he was completely unaffected.

Han Lis expression grew solemn. It was clear that the green balls radiance was protecting him from the bells effects.

With that in mind, he rang the bell two more times. Seeing that it had no effect, he gloomily put it away. Then with a wave of his hand, over ten puppets appeared in a flash of white light. They were Han Lis last remaining grade two puppets. If these were broken, then he would only be able to use his weak self-made puppets.

Therefore, Han Li had no intentions of dragging this on further. As soon as the puppets appeared, he commanded them to shoot light beams and arrows in an overbearing assault.

Upon seeing such a fearsome attack, Crooked Soul clenched his teeth in furious alarm. He hastily flung incantation gestures toward the green ball, causing it to quickly spin and glow brighter.

Suddenly, the streaks of light interweaved among each other and erupted in a dazzling explosion. Crooked Soul then rode the waves of the explosions to retreat about ten meters.

Han Li was left dumbstruck. A cultivator at only the sixth layer Qi Condensation was actually able to block the full power attack of a mid Foundation Establishment cultivator, this action was heaven defying. However, when he recalled that this person was once a Core Formation cultivator, he didnt feel that it was too strange, hed have a few trump cards after all.

Crooked Soul inwardly sighed in relief, his secret techniques had managed to block Han Lis attack. At that same moment, he was mulling over the words he should use to persuade Han Li to stop his furious barrage of attacks. Since he had a pitiful amount of magic power, he wouldnt be able to last much longer.

But without waiting for him to speak, Han Li touched his storage pouch after a moment of hesitation and suddenly raised his hand, releasing a blinding flash of red light.

Crooked Soul was astonished!

Without understanding what had happened, the floating green ball had ruptured before his eyes, and he felt an agonizing pain from the very depths of his soul. He couldnt help but scream loudly as he fell to the ground with limbs incessantly flailing about.

The green light protecting Crooked Souls body had disappeared without a trace upon the destruction of the green ball. With nothing left to obstruct the light beams and arrows, he was suddenly overwhelmed as if he were drowning in a torrent of rain.

Without a master to control it, the green dagger suddenly decreased in power and was forcibly suppressed by Han Lis Black Dragons Claws, as if it was going to collapse at any time.

Han Li was overjoyed.

He hadnt expected that risky strike to be so effective.

The reason why he hadnt used the Blood Spirit Drill to directly strike at the heart or the head was because they were not vital points to Crooked Soul, a moving corpse.

At most, Han Li would only be able to severely injure him while being unable to kill him.

With that in mind, it would be better to strike at that troublesome green ball.

However, he hadnt expected that the green ball would rupture from a single strike and cause Crooked Soul to meet his end.

It appeared that the green ball had a close connection to his soul. It was no wonder that he had such an unsightly expression when he spouted it out to face an enemy!

Could it have been the golden core he had condensed from Core Formation? Han Li sinisterly guessed.

Han Li then waved his hand, stopping the puppets attacks before taking a close look in Crooked Souls direction.

After the streaks of light faded away, Han Li clearly saw a blackened corpse lying on the ground. Han Li was greatly surprised to find that the corpse hadnt turned into ash.

Could it be that Crooked Souls body was extraordinary because he was a jingshi?

Han Li remained motionless, looking at the corpse for a moment and muttering to himself. He then raised his hand to the sky, causing six fist-sized fireballs to appear in the air. Go. With a single command, the fireballs shot toward the corpse like a loosed arrow.

Puff. Puff. Han Li indifferently gazed at the corpse as it burned in the inferno.

An instant later, an egg-sized green sphere of light suddenly flew out from the inferno, wanting to escape.

Han Lis face grew cold and his body blurred, appearing behind the ball of light. His hand shot out like lightning, grabbing it while covered in white light. The green sphere of light suddenly let out a miserable scream before Han Li crushed it with his spiritual power infused hand.

Han Li then blurred, returning to Crooked Soul in an instant. With a wave of his sleeve, the fire on Crooked Souls body disappeared without a trace.

It seems even a Core Formation cultivator can be duped with a mere illusion technique. Han Li lowered his head to look at the blackened Crooked Soul with a sneer on his face.

Han Li then carefully examined Crooked Souls injuries.

He was greatly surprised to find that apart from his completely scorched exterior, Crooked Souls internal organs and bones were entirely undamaged, much to Han Lis pleasure.

Although Crooked Soul was only an empty corpse, Han Li had regarded him as a loyal servant. If Han Li was able to repair him, then he would naturally do so. Besides, he had a plan in mind that required Crooked Soul.

As such, Han Li lightly rung the Soul Guiding Bell. Crooked Soul immediately stood up and opened his eyes with a blank expression.

Han Li nodded his head. Although Crooked Soul had flesh wounds, he should be able to quickly recover with his exceptional regenerative power as a jiangshi.

Han Li then turned his gaze toward the small shining green dagger floating in the air. Having lost its master, it was now completely still.

Han Li proceeded to use his Black Dragons Claws to gradually suppress it before carefully submerging his spiritual sense into it. He found that he was completely blocked from entering it.

It seems like the rumors were true. Without Core Formation cultivation, I will be completely unable to use magic treasures. Han Li thought with annoyance. He could only look upon this magic treasure with envy.

However, Han Li was still very interested in this magic treasure. After a few cautious tests, he finally grabbed it with his hand and carefully admired it.

The blade of the dagger was only an inch and a half long. Without a master to imbue it with spiritual power, its splendor had greatly weakened. However, it still released a mist of cold aura that appeared exceptionally beautiful.

In addition, the daggers body was inscribed with two ancient characters. Han Li couldnt help but softly whisper upon reading its name, Green Brilliance.

Han Li lovingly fiddled with it for a moment before reluctantly putting away the Green Brilliance Dagger inside his storage pouch.

Han Li looked around to see if he had missed anything. As a result, his attention was drawn to specks of green light on the ground.

He went over to take a careful look and discovered that they were fragments of the green ball that had been destroyed by Blood Spirit Drill. Although it had been shattered, its radiance hadnt diminished in the slightest.

He walked over and bent down, carefully gathering the shards.

Although he didnt know how he could make use of it, Han Li could guess that it should have something to do with a Core Formation cultivators golden core.

Chapter 342: Bewilderment

While holding his breath, Han Li gazed at the huge mantis as it flew several few kilometers nearby before suddenly shooting toward Han Lis hiding place.

Han Lis complexion turned deathly pale.

With a cold face, he firmly held the Blood Spirit Drill in his hand and began to pour spiritual power into it, causing it to gradually heat up.

Han Li coldly gazed at the demonic beast as it approached, waiting for the mantis to come closer before releasing the magic tool. Only by doing this would he have a higher chance of injuring or even killing it.

Naturally, waiting for it to come closer put him in far greater danger, but Han Li was left with no other choice.

150 meters, 120 meters, 90 meters…

Han Lis heart violently thumped in his chest, and he couldnt help but suck in a deep breath as he prepared to release the Blood Spirit Drill in his hand.

But what Han Li saw next left him dumbstruck.

When the demon mantis was just sixty meters away from Han Li, it suddenly circled off into another direction, descending not far away from Han Li. After two miserable roars sounded out, the huge mantis flew away without the slightest reluctance, carrying a large mountain boar in its forelimbs.

After seeing the demonic beast fly away into the distance, Han Li finally let out a long sigh of relief and sat on the ground, despite appearing unbefitting of a cultivator.

He had just gone through a matter of life or death!

Had he went ahead and launched the attack, he wouldve ended up just like that boar, as food for the demonic beast.

He was extremely fortunate to come out unscathed!

Han Li silently rejoiced. This was the first time he had felt that his luck was quite good.

But now that he had calmed down, Han Li thought of the culprit that caused all of this, the Controlling Spirit Sect cultivator that resided in Crooked Souls body.

Han Li couldnt help but feel burning fury. It was clear the cave was a trap, those jade slip letters were just a fabricated lure.

Despite his carefulness, he was still no match for that cunning old fox. He had fallen deeply into his trap and had nearly died as a result.

Oh, very good! Since Im still alive, Id better go and pay you a visit! As Han Li rested, he felt an intense hatred burning inside him that he never felt before.

Han Li knew that because he stuck three Soul Lock talismans onto Crooked Soul, it would be impossible for him to escape, his cultivation was simply too weak. Once Han Li returned, he would be able to easily take his life.

When he felt that his physical strength and magic power had recovered, Han Li shot off on his Divine Wind Boat toward Crooked Soul.

However, he now didnt dare to boldly fly up into the sky. Instead, he cautiously flew at a low altitude, about thirty meters up in the air, because he was afraid of catching the demonic beasts attention once more.

On Han Lis journey back, the freezing night wind had calmed a majority of Han Lis raging fury. Once his mind became clearer, he started to reexamine his interactions with Crooked Soul.

The words and actions of the Controlling Spirit Sect cultivator were well thought out. In addition, with the fearsome strength of the demon mantis, Han Li was beginning to doubt that he was a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

How could such a fearsome demonic beast appear within fifty kilometers of a place like Jia Yuan city? There was no way it could be wild.

When he thought of the Controlling Spirit cultivator, he couldnt help but think that this huge mantis was likely a domesticated spirit beast.

Its hard to imagine that such a fearsome spirit beast was domesticated by a Foundation Establishment cultivator. From his point of view, that mantis spirit beast could handle four late Foundation Establishment disciples, it was beyond ferocious.

Could it be that this Crooked Soul wasnt a Foundation Establishment cultivator but actually a Core Formation… Han Li couldnt help but guess.

Han Lis heart jumped!

Seeing that he was about to arrive, Han Li stopped his advance and entered deep contemplation while still floating in midair.

How could a Core Formation cultivator be reduced to such a miserable state where their body was destroyed and their soul was cast adrift? Could it be that he was forced to eject his soul because he was no match for another Core Formation cultivator? Or could it be that he ran into a Nascent Soul Eccentric from the State of Yue?

However, the Seven Sects Nascent Soul cultivators have long since detached themselves from the world. Only two or three still remained within the State of Yue. Even among the clashes between the Devil Dao and Seven Sects, Han Li had never heard of a Nascent Soul cultivator taking action.

Such a display was quite hard to imagine. With just a single wave of a hand, such an expert could easily shatter mountains and overturn the seas.

However, Han Li felt some resentment toward these Nascent Soul cultivators and inwardly cursed them several times for their detached observation of the wars of lower level cultivators. When would these profound cultivators finally take action?

Could it be that was what happened? Is it possible that this Core Formation Expert came across a Nascent Soul Eccentric? Han Li speculated in his mind.

If a Core Formation cultivator truly was trapped inside Crooked Souls body, it completely made sense. After all, he knew much secret information about the Devil Daos invasion and possessed such a powerful spirit beast as well.

After further contemplation, Han Li conceded that Crooked Soul was most likely a Core Formation cultivator. This caused him to break out in cold sweat and wear a queer expression, holding traces of both fear and excitement.

Could it be that he had disguised himself to lure me in? Did he pretend to have low cultivation to play with me this entire time? Han Li did his utmost to ponder about the possibility of the worst case scenario.

Impossible. Those displays of weakness couldnt be faked! After a moment more of deliberation, he finally arrived at a definite conclusion.

It was an indisputable fact that he had already occupied Crooked Souls body for several years. The only possible reason for this was because he had lost his body, along with his profound cultivation, like he previously said.

Even with his primordial soul, Crooked Soul would only be able to re-cultivate without any bottlenecks. His current cultivation should be as it appeared.

Furthermore, Han Li figured out that he was unable to control the mantis spirit beast. Otherwise, why wouldnt he have such a fearsome beast follow him as a bodyguard?

During his current moment of weakness, Crooked Souls greatest need was strong protection. That was why he had no choice but to trick Han Li into entering the cave, in the hope that his uncontrollable mantis would kill him.

With his sharp mind, Han Li mulled through the series of events before gradually realizing the complete truth. His heart grew courageous once more.

Han Li wasnt merely taking advantage of someones weakness. He was dealing with a Core Formation cultivator, a great enemy belonging to the Controlling Spirit Sect.

If Crooked Soul managed to run away, he would come back as a Core Formation cultivator and be certain to dismember him into countless pieces.

Therefore, Han Li absolutely couldnt leave this person alive.

Understanding how things stood, Han Li continued his flight without the slightest hesitation and flew onto the small mountaintop.

In the blink of an eye, Han Li arrived on the mountaintop and saw Crooked Soul still held in place. The talismans on his body were still untouched.

Han Li was jubilant and descended about thirty meters away from Crooked with a relaxed heart. But at the same time, he held a magic tool in each hand.

Having seen Han Li descend, Crooked Soul appear extremely shocked, as if he hadnt expected that Han Li would return alive.

Following that, he forced himself to widely smile, wanting to say something.

But Han Li just advanced several steps forward and raised his hand, shooting two black streaks of light toward him.

Since Han Li already decided to kill him, he had no need to speak with him.

Seeing the fierce and overbearing advance of the Black Dragons Claws, Crooked Souls complexion paled.

Recognizing that Han Li wanted to rip him apart, Crooked Souls body suddenly flashed, jumping several meters to the side and avoiding the attack.

What are you doing? Dont tell me you forgot about your death-oath? The Controlling Spirit Sect cultivator cried out in a fluster.

He clearly hadnt expected to see Han Li again and was caught off guard by his attacks.

Han Li appeared to have ignored Crooked Souls words. Instead, he was intensely staring at the three Soul Lock talismans still on his body as if he didnt dare to believe his own eyes.

The talismans werent removed but he can still move? Han Lis heart was filled with doubt.

However, now was not the time to be distracted by questions. Thus, Han Li snorted and remained silent. He pointed at the Black Dragons Claws and caused them to immediately grow several times their original size, turning into two huge black lights before charging toward Crooked Soul.

Han Li had already made up his mind. Even if he had to sacrifice the body of Crooked Soul, he had to thoroughly eliminate this Core Formation cultivator.

Seeing that Han Li had no intention to stop until he was dead, Crooked Soul gaped from desperation upon seeing the Black Dragons Claws oppressively charge toward him. A streak of green light spouted out from Crooked Souls mouth, rigidly blocking the full power of the Black Dragons Claws.

Chapter 341: A Difficult Situation

The White Scale Shield was a top grade magic tool refined from materials of the Inky Flood Dragon. It had supported Han Li though many fierce battles. Aside from the time that it had been pierced by the Blood Spirit Drill, it hadnt sustained the slightest of damage. Han Li truly found it hard to believe that it was just destroyed by some monster.

At this moment, Han Li was able to use the moonlight stones faint light to take a look at this monster.

The creature appeared extremely strange and was only about a meter tall. It had a small head perched on a very thin neck. However, its two green, fist-sized eyes unemotionally stared at him with cold, malicious intent.

What caught Han Lis attention the most were its two black incisive scythe-like forelimbs, Han Li grew greatly fearful of them.

This monster had weapons! But how could these scythes be so sharp that they can split his white scale shield in one blow?

As these thoughts surged through Han Lis mind, his body flickered, shooting straight toward the cave exit like a loosened arrow.

He wouldnt be able to last against that monster inside such a small cave. Even if he had several lives, it still wouldnt be enough, he had to escape in order to stand a chance!

As Han Li shot forth, the monster silently pursued him with shockingly equivalent speed.

Like two gales of wind, Han Li and the monster raced the short distance toward the caves exit.

Once he left the cave, Han Li waved his hand without the slightest of thought, shooting a streak of white light in front of him, the white light turned into the flawless, white Divine Wind Boat.

He planned to take to the skies!

Since his defensive magic tools were unable to endure the monsters attacks, he would have to increase the distance in between them and use magic tools to ravage it from afar.

As Han Li slowed down to bring out his Divine Wind Boat, a black shadow flashed before his eyes, the monster suddenly appeared between Han Li and his Divine Wind Boat. Clang. Clang. It icily stared at Han Li while rubbing its scythe-like forelimbs against each other.

Han Li felt his heart drop.

Not only was this monster ferocious, it was also intelligent. This proved quite troublesome.

But now that they had left the dark cave, Han Li was able to fully make out the monster underneath the moonlight. It was a huge dark-gray mantis that released a strange gray aura.

Han Li lightly exhaled, suppressing the unease in his heart. His body became blurred for a moment before transforming into six identical images. Each of the illusions charged directly toward the huge mantis. Han Li wasnt completely confident that the fastest speed of his Shifting Smoke Steps could break through the monsters guard.

The mantis eyes flashed with green light, and its body also blurred, turning into several similar reflections. Each of them moved to block Han Lis illusions.

Han Lis face became aghast.

Puff. Puff. One by one, Han Lis reflections were struck down by the mantis blades. Just as Han Lis true body was about to be struck, he was forced to use his tortoise shell to block its strike. As a result, the strike blew him back to his original location and left a deep scar on his tortoise shell.

Han Li looked at the scar on the tortoise shell with a pale expression and gulped. It was clear that this magic tool would be unable to endure further strikes.

Without waiting for Han Li to make any plans, the mantis meter-long wings began to shimmer and buzz. The demonic beast had actually rapidly fluttered its wings and lightly hovered off the ground.

Han Li bitterly swore. How could he possibly forget that mantises were insects capable of flying. Once in flight, this demonic beast will surely be immensely fast.

For the first time, Han Li lacked confidence in his movement techniques.

Even so, Han Li hurried used the Body Lightening Technique along with other auxiliary magic techniques on his body and patted his storage pouch, releasing streaks of gold, black and red light.

He hurried, wanting use this opportunity to take the initiative.

However, the demon mantis acted before Han Li could begin his assault. It launched itself into the air and suddenly disappeared without a trace. An instant later, it reappeared above Han Li and fiercely chopped down, intending to split Han Li into two.

At this moment, Han Li appeared incomparably calm.

As the scythe sliced through Han Lis afterimage, Han Li had completely disappeared. However, his magic tools had remained, spiralling around the demonic beast like a swarm of bees, wanting to shred it into pieces.

Dng. Dng. A series of clangs rang out as the huge mantis swung its scythes at a speed that couldnt be seen by the naked eye, creating a huge defensive net. In the clash between the magic tools and the mantis scythes, three of the golden blades and one of the fire tridents were cut into fragments, turning them into clouds of sparkling dust.

Han Li took this opportunity to fly off on his Divine Wind Boat while feeling great heartache.

He urgently recalled his remaining magic tools, causing the streaks of light to rush back toward him.

However, the demon mantis was unwilling to let him go. It clanged its forelimbs against each other and suddenly charged forward, turning into a black blur as it rapidly advanced. In an unrestrained chain of slashes, two more golden blades were broken, scattering into dust.

Han Lis feeling of loss only grew deeper.

Although this set of Golden Beetle Swarm Blades couldnt be considered exceptional among top grade magic tools, it was hard to come by such a large set that was easy to use. Furthermore, he had this set of magic tools for many years and had become quite attached to them. He didnt expect that a majority of them would be destroyed today.

Fortunately, Han Lis most important magic tools, the Black Dragons Claws, were still intact. As the pair had managed to survive, it could be considered a silver lining among this terrible situation.

But with the demon mantis still rigidly staring at him, Han Li was unable to feel hopeful. If he didnt have a good way to deal with this monster, he might not be able to save his own life, let alone his magic tools.

With that in mind, Han Li madly poured spiritual power into the Divine Wind Boat beneath his feet. The Divine Wind Boat lightly trembled for a moment before soaring into the sky as a streak of white light. Han Li truly believed that this demonic beast would be unable to match the speed of the Divine Wind Boat.

However, after a short moment of flying, Han Li couldnt help but recognize how shallow his experience was. The mantis had kept up with him and was slowly catching up!

At this moment, Han Li was wildly driving forward as he threw several fireballs behind him, attempting to stop the demon mantis from chasing him.

This is far too strange. Not only are its attacks fierce and swift, but its flight speed is even quicker. Even my own Divine Wind Boat is slightly slower than it. Han Li gloomily thought.

He was now completely certain that this demon mantis was far more powerful than the white spider he had previously fought.

This huge mantis wasnt a mere top grade fourth level demonic beast. It was a fifth grade demonic beast from legend, a monster nearly capable of contending with Core Formation cultivators!

When Han Li thought of this possibility, he felt more cold sweat on his back and fired fireballs with even greater effort in an attempt to stop the demonic beasts gradual approach. Each of the fireballs were easily chopped into two, but they managed to slightly slow it down, buying Han Li some precious time.

Han Li clearly understood that if this continued, the mantis would eventually overtake him. He couldnt allow this deadlock to continue. Therefore, he separately used a thread of consciousness to enter his storage pouch and see what magic tools could be used for this situation.

Suddenly, he felt a very soft item with his strand of consciousness, and his mind flashed with inspiration, coming up with a plan immediately.

Thus, after lowering his head and observing his environment, he fiercely stomped on his Divine Wind Boat, causing it to immediately descend into the thick forest.

At that same moment, he casually took out eight common magic tools from his storage pouch and recklessly shot them all behind him. Afterwards, he threw five puppet soldiers behind him as well. As soon as they emerged, they shot out dazzling light arrows that closely followed behind the magic tools.

Although this wild attack forced the mantis to respond, it was able to quickly tear the puppets and magic tools into pieces. But when it thought to resume chasing after Han Li, Han Li had already silently disappeared into the forest without a trace.

The demonic beasts eyes continuously flickered with green light and slowly descended. It then circled around the forest, still wanting to find Han Li.

Down below in the dense forest, Han Li was solemnly staring at the huge mantis in the sky from behind a large tree. His eyes revealed nervousness.

At this moment, he was wearing a cloak of muslin, hiding all traces of his body and completely isolating him from the world.

This Concealing Spirit Muslin was something Han Li had acquired after the fight with the white spider, loot he had acquired from Xuan Yue. Xuan Yue had originally planned to take advantage of this item and use the spider to deal with Han Li but he had died as a result. Not only can this muslin isolate ones Spiritual Qi fluctuations, it can also hide ones scent and presence, allowing for complete concealment.

Han Li had no choice but to use this magic tool, hoping that the demonic beast wasnt too bright and would leave after searching for a bit. Else, if it persisted, Han Li would be in dire straits.

But to guard against any contingencies, Han Li had the solidified Blood Spirit Drill ready in his grasp.

Although this item had astonishing speed and destructive power, Han Li wasnt confident that it would be able to kill the demonic beast, having personally witnessed the mantis terrifying speed. Thus, he had only taken it out just in case.

Chapter 340: A Trap

Even so, many cultivators were killed in that attack, including two Core Formation cultivators. To take such losses just to conceal Spirit Beast Mountain is inconceivable! Han Li wrinkled his brow, unwilling to be easily convinced.

If no Core Formation cultivators died, then how would the other six sects have been convinced? Furthermore, are you really sure that those two Core Formation cultivators were genuine? Crooked Soul sneered.

You mean… Han Li stared at Crooked Soul with surprise.

To the best of my knowledge, our Devil Dao sects possesses two or three forbidden techniques that forcefully raises the cultivation of a Foundation Establishment cultivator to nearly the point of Core Formation. Naturally, there are great defects to these techniques, and they can basically only be used once on a cultivator, once used, death by ruptured meridians was inevitable and the duration of their flared cultivation was pitifully short. However, this would have been enough to trick the Seven Sects for one battle.

Han Li grew silent and was mostly convinced. rewebnol.cm

With that in consideration, Spirit Beast Mountain could strike at an opportune moment during the confrontation between the Six Devilish Dao Sects and the Seven Sects along with their allies, and easily collapse the Seven Sects arranged formations. With broken formations, the Seven Sects and their allies would be defenseless, falling prey to the Devil Dao.

Even if what you said was true, the time for the decisive battle has not yet arrived. If I were to make a report, wouldnt I be able to turn the tide of the battle? Why would I want to run away? After muttering to himself for a moment, Han Li asked with doubt.

Do you really believe our Devil Dao will strike in accordance to the time that was agreed? According to our original plans, this announcement was to confuse our opponents and leave them vulnerable as they prepared. Although I dont know the specifics, I reckon that within a few days, our Devil Dao would launch a surprise attack on the main camp. That should be the moment when the Seven Sects will be most relaxed and reinforcements still distant. Does Fellow Daoist truly believe that your information would arrive in time and that the upper echelons would even believe you? Crooked Soul smirked, clearly relishing the disaster that was about to befall the Seven Sects.

Han Lis calm expression finally broke, feeling worried in his heart.

If the Seven Sects were truly defeated, his coming days would not be easy. He would have to roam across foreign countries to avoid pursuit from the Devil Dao. His only other choice would be to repair the ancient transportation formation and start a new life of cultivation in a foreign land.

Your esteemed self appears to fully understand the Devil Daos plans. It seems your status was truly high. There is no need to worry. Im not interested in finding out your true identity. However, I must ask if you have any evidence for this. You cant possibly expect me to be completely convinced with just words, yes? Han Li solemnly asked after a moment of thought.

Han Lis question stunned the Controlling Spirit cultivator for a moment.

In a moment of desperation, I had already lost my body. Does Fellow Daoist truly believe there is any evidence that was left behind? If Fellow Daoist has some patience, he will only have to wait a few days to hear the results of the battle. Crooked Soul bitterly smiled before answering as if it had nothing to do with him.

Han Li coldly smiled in response.

Without a body, your soul somehow managed to escape. However, youre still alive and were even able to recover your magic tools and other valuables, Im sure you were able to recover such evidence as well. Han Li coollyy said, striking at the heart of the matter and causing Crooked Souls bitter smile to freeze.

Hehe! It seems I truly cannot conceal this from Fellow Daoist. Yes, I do possess a few secret letters between Spirit Beast Mountain and my own sect. In fact, I was in charge of relaying information in the State of Yue several years ago. But I wouldnt have thought… When Han Li exposed him, Crooked Soul revealed slight embarrassment.

Han Li inwardly sighed in response to his admission. This person was surprisingly crafty. It seems hed have to be a bit more careful, he didnt even know his age.

Where did you put it?

As Han Li bluntly asked this question, he started to sweep his gaze across Crooked Souls body.

The jade slip letters are in my storage pouch. I placed it at a nearby cave. How about I bring Fellow Daoist there? Crooked Soul appeared to be rather cooperative.

You dont have it on hand? Han Lis gaze flashed with doubt.

As you know, this body is a reanimated corpse. Although it far exceeds ordinary men, it had lost a majority of its senses. Therefore, I fear that during an unknown moment of carelessness, I would lose my storage pouch. For that reason, I left it behind at my dwelling. Crooked Soul explained this with difficulty, causing Han Li to feel something was amiss.

Han Li didnt say anything and carefully searched his body, ending up empty handed. He then asked with an icy tone, Where is the cave? I will go and find it!

Seeing that Han Li was so very cautious, Crooked Soul could only gloomily tell Han Li its location.

Han Li nodded and turned to depart. But something suddenly came to mind, and he turned around to ask, How did you enter that corpse? Although the body would be easier to possess as it doesnt contain a soul, it still isnt a cultivators body!

Han Li was genuinely curious.

I dont know!

His answer caused Han Lis face to darken. But without waiting for Han Li to speak, Crooked Soul hastily explained, I truly dont know why. During that time, I dragged my heavily injured body to Jia Yuan City and was on the verge of death. I could only desperately eject my soul and search in every direction for a cultivator to possess. However, I was unable to find a cultivator anywhere nearby. Just when I was about to give up hope, I found this soulless corpse. In a moment of desperation, I attempted to enter its body. Against all my expectations, I was truly amazed that I had succeeded.

The Controlling Spirit Sect cultivator appeared to be incredulous from this as well.

Han Li remained silent and stared at him for a moment. He suddenly walked toward Crooked Soul and slapped two additional Soul Lock talismans on his body before vanishing into the darkness.

Crooked Soul was left behind with a bitter expression. But a short while later, Han Li returned with a strange glare in his eyes.

…

Han Li was able to easily find the cave using the directions given. It didnt appear to be very large.

With a wave of his hand, a moonlight stone flew out of his storage pouch. Hovering above his head, the moonlight stone illuminated his surroundings.

Then, he looked into the dark cave and pondered for a moment before taking out his white scale shield and tortoise shell. With the two magic tools protecting his front, he carefully walked inside.

Like Han Li expected, the cave was not large. After walking for about twenty-five meters, he saw a cave wall blocking his path, the presumable end of the cave.

Han Li turned his sharp gaze and found nothing strange. He then lowered his head and looked at the ground.

According to what Crooked Soul said, the storage pouch should be buried underneath a bluestone and should be easy to find.

As expected, about six meters away, he found a meter tall pitch-black chunk of what appeared to be stone.

Without thinking much further, he took several steps forward and closely examined it under the moonlight stones gentle light.

Xi! Han Li exhaled in surprise.

Stone it was not. It was clearly a large pile of remains, bones with traces of rotting flesh that released the faint smell of blood.

After recovering from his astonishment, he discovered that the bones were from fierce predators such as tigers and leopards and had traces of teeth marks as if something had been biting them.

Having seen this, Han Li sunk into thought before inwardly shouting, Not good! He hastily turned to leave the cave.

However, it was already too late. A black shadow scuttled out of some unknown place and fiercely knocked against Han Lis white scale shield.

Suddenly, he was thrown off with intense force and fiercely slammed into the cave wall. Although he was shielded, the pain nearly caused him to pass out.

What is this monster? Han Li thought this with furious alarm through the severe pain.

But without waiting for Han Li to fall from the cave wall, the shadow pounced toward him once more.

Han Li reacted in fear, hurriedly placing both his defensive magic tools in front of him.

Dng. A clear ring surprised Han Li.

This time, the impact didnt carry a great force. Bang. However, the white scale shield was evenly split into two pieces and had fallen onto the floor.

Han Li nearly bit his tongue from terror.

Inconceivable! That monster was actually able to split his white scale shield in two!

Chapter 339: Astonishment

I am…

Your esteemed self had better avoid calling yourself a rogue cultivator. Otherwise, Id feel inclined to distrust you! Han Li expressionlessly interrupted him.

Crooked Soul bitterly smiled. It appeared that as he was still unresigned, he had thought to say as such.

As a result, after some slight hesitation, he dispiritedly said, It is as Fellow Daoist suspects. This one has an unusual identity, he is not from the State of Yue…

You arent someone from our State of Yue? Upon hearing this, Han Lis face revealed a fraction of the shock he felt in his heart.

I was actually a Controlling Spirit Sect cultivator from the State of Tiandou. Crooked Soul slowly said. freewebnovel.c

The Devil Dao Controlling Spirit Sect!

Han Li couldnt help but narrow his eyes and stare at him with a gaze as sharp as a sword.

That is correct. I arrived at this place several years ago but I hadnt expected that one of your countrys cultivators would ruin my mystic body and reduce me to this state. As Crooked Soul spoke about the destruction of his body, he wore a helpless expression.

After a moment of thought, Han Li asked with raised eyebrows, Your body was damaged six years ago?

As Han Lis voice was calm, Crooked Soul was unable to make out Han Lis interest. He honestly replied, Thats right!

After you took possession of this body, you hadnt thought of returning? Han Li calmly asked.

This one had naturally wanted to do so. But it seems your esteemed self doesnt understand much about our Devil Dao. Crooked Souls face continued to appear helpless.

What was the matter? Although I know a few things about the Devil Dao, they are only bits and pieces from rumors. Han Li openly admitted.

Our Devil Dao is particular about how strength is truth and how the weak are just prey for the strong. Only with strength would one be able to enjoy authority. Originally, my position at the Controlling Spirit Sect wasnt low. I had a dainty, pretty Dao Companion and a few obedient disciples. But now that my cultivation has greatly diminished, those things would no longer be mine if I returned. My position would most likely be coveted by my fellow disciples and fall to a hidden scheme. Crooked Soul explained with a cold smile.

After hearing this, Han Li wrinkled his brow and remained silent.

Crooked Soul continued, This ones cultivation was lowered to this stage because he took possession of this body. Thus, this one is confident that he will be able to restore his cultivation within forty years and will be able to openly return. What, did Daoist Friend believe that I wished to remain in this backwater place where even birds dont go to shit?

From what youve said, you havent encountered any other cultivators while you hid nearby Jia Yuan city?

None. Daoist Friend is the first cultivator from the State of Yue Ive seen after taking possession of this body. He said with a uneasy appearance.

Then why is it that you tried to impersonate a Spirit Beast Mountain cultivator at the start? Han Li closely continued with his interrogation.

I believed that your esteemed self was a Seven Sects cultivator and didnt want to put myself at a disadvantage. Crooked Soul brightly assured.

Having heard that, Han Li suddenly smiled.

Is that the truth? Han Li amiably asked. However, his kind appearance caused Crooked Soul to feel a chill down his back.

Thats right! Could it be that Fellow Daoist is unsatisfied with something? He cautiously asked with an uneasy expression.

Ive previously heard people say that it is easiest to deceive others with words holding seven parts truth and three parts lies. I wonder, how much of what your esteemed self told me just now is true? Han Li slowly said this as he stared at him.

Hehe! Daoist Friends suspicions are far too strong. I am telling the truth. Crooked Soul was clearly uneasy. But once he thought of the consequences of telling the truth, he could only boldly continue to hold his ground.

How about I mention a few things first? Your Devil Dao has already invaded our State of Yue. As such, we are now enemies. Thus, I now feel disinclined from torturing you for any secrets. Ill just rip out your soul and save myself some time. Han Li sinisterly said with a calm expression.

Having recently suffered, Crooked Souls complexion turned pale.

Invade your State of Yue? How is this possible? The timing is clearly off. In an instant, his pale face revealed an expression of remorse.

Han Li felt shocked.

You knew of this matter? It seems Ive truly underestimated you. Regardless, even if your status in the Controlling Spirit Sect was great, you are currently only a Qi Refinement cultivator! Dont blame me for being ruthless. Han Li gradually narrowed his gaze and said with a menacing expression.

Han Li turned his hand, causing the Soul Congregation Bowl to appear once more. Its dense, cold Qi immediately filled the air.

But what happened next left Han Li stunned. Crooked Soul didnt reveal any fear and stared at the alms bowl with a strange expression, causing Han Li to feel ill at ease.

Han Li couldnt use the Soul Refinement Technique, he was only using it as a threat. If Crooked Soul truly intended to die, then Han Li could only watch on as he perished, taking his body with him. He did have a few soul extraction spells among the secret blood sacrificial techniques, but unfortunately, he hadnt practiced them in the least.

Just as Han Li thought this, Crooked Soul let out a long sigh before saying, I have a few secrets on me. Furthermore, it has much to do with the life and death of your Seven Sects. However, what will guarantee that you will spare me after I reveal them? You might just kill me and refine my soul afterwards! When he said the words Soul Refinement, he couldnt help but twitch.

Having heard Crooked Soul speak so solemnly, Han Li stroked his nose and put away the alms bowl once more.

What guarantee do you want? So long as it is reasonable, I will consider it! Han Li responded indifferently as if he didnt consider the secrets to be of importance.

Humph! I cannot trust a common oath. But to the best of my knowledge, those that cultivate the Soul Refinement Technique are able to swear forbidden oaths with their soul tools. If they were to break them, then their Soul Refinement technique will backlash and kill them.

Alright, I agree! Han Li agreed with the slightest hesitation, coldly laughing in his heart.

After that, Han Li took out the Soul Congregation Bowl and made a death-pledge in accordance to Crooked Souls words.

Seeing Han Li so easily and cleanly swear the oath, Crooked Soul grew suspicious and faintly felt that something was amiss.

I swore your death-pledge. Dont tell me that you have other conditions? Han Li stonily interrupted Crooked Souls doubts, deliberately revealing discontent.

Of course not. This one knows what happens to those who are greedy. However, before I divulge these secrets, Daoist Friend must first tell me about the current circumstances of our Devil Dao and your Seven Sects as I am unsure whether this information is outdated. Crooked Soul was distracted for a moment before explaining with a big smile.

Han Li revealed a slight trace of hesitation before slowly describing the current circumstances of the Seven Sects and Devil Dao.

Crooked Soul attentively listened but once he heard of the great battle that was to take place in a month, his face revealed a slight sneer. Han Li, who had been paying close attention to his face, clearly saw this.

Once Han Li finished, Crooked Soul muttered to himself for a moment before starting.

What he said first left Han Li at a loss for words.

Daoist Friend, if you are willing to hear me out, you have no need to hurry over to the Seven Sects border camp. It is very likely the Seven Sects and the cultivators of their allied countries will have already been defeated. If you go, then you will only be throwing your life away. Crooked Soul said with a strange expression.

With an indifferent face, Han Li coldly stared at him, waiting for an explanation.

The Controlling Spirit Sect cultivator couldnt help but be impressed with Han Lis collected demeanor. Although he felt increasing trepidation toward Han Li, he still continued, You probably dont know it, but Spirit Beast Mountain was actually one of our own sects. They had never actually broken their secret relations with our Controlling Spirit Sect, and their recent rebellion was just a cover. If Im not mistaken, this cover was prepared by the six sects in order to wait for the cultivators of the two allied countries, dealing with the three countries cultivators in a single move. Presumably, after the battle is over, our Devil Dao will reign over several countries. These slowly narrated words secretly left Han Li in shock.

Cover? Isnt this too much? Spirit Beast Mountain took the initiative to reveal their relationship with your Controlling Spirit Sect. It wouldve been better if they had kept it hidden. Han Li asked with an unsightly expression after recovering from his shock.

Did Fellow Daoist truly believe that the other six sects didnt know of Spirit Beast Mountains origins? Apart from Spirit Beast Mountain, there is another sect among your Seven Sects that was once a branch of the Devil Dao, the most powerful among the State of Yue, the Masked Moon Sect. The Masked Moon Sect once originated from the Harmonious Bond Sect. However, the Masked Moon Sect ambitiously planned to become independant and have truly broken their ties with the Harmonious Bond Sect several hundred years ago. The words of the Controlling Spirit Sect cultivator continued to leave Han Li in shock.

Chapter 338: A Forced Confession

Han Li didnt pay any mind to Crooked Souls alarm and scattered the azure light that enveloped the Soul Guiding Compass. Dng. Han Li tapped his finger against the bell, causing it to lightly ring.

Thud. Just as Crooked Soul thought of using this opportunity to escape, he fell to the floor on his back.

A life origin magic tool! You have the life origin magic tool for this body! Crooked Soul shouted with fear.

Its good that you know! If you dont want to suffer then you had best give me an explanation of your origins. I am quite curious. How were you able to invade this body? Arent cultivators unable to possess the bodies of mortals? Han Li asked with a calm expression and a flat voice as if he were chatting with a close friend.

When Crooked Soul heard this, he couldnt help but tremble. Cultivators that possess bodies were loathed in the cultivation world. While it isnt to the degree where they would be exterminated on sight, they absolutely wouldnt be looked upon favorably. With the addition of Han Lis strange behavior, he couldnt help but feel perturbed while vainly dreaming of escaping.

Fellow Daoist, please forgive me. I was previously a Foundation Establishment cultivator, but I lost my body in a war against an enemy clan. As a result, I had no choice but to occupy this body. Instead of answering Han Lis question, he stood up and gave this explanation with a smile.

Really? Han Li indifferently commented.

In truth, Han Li was somewhat surprised to hear that he was a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

However, when Crooked Soul was unable to make out Han Lis thoughts through his indifferent appearance, he couldnt help but become scared and hastily plead, Although this ones cultivation had dropped to the low levels of Qi Condensation, I still retained a few magic tools and spirit stones. So long as Fellow Daoist doesnt pursue this matter, I would be willing to gift them to you! He had spoken humbly, he clearly understood that he had no choice but to yield while under Han Lis control.

However, Han Li didnt pay attention to his seductive words and asked after a moment of contemplation, Are you a cultivator of the Seven Sects?

Han Li appeared to have casually asked this. According to his knowledge, very few Foundation Establishment cultivators existed outside of the Seven Sects within the State of Yue. Only a few large cultivation clans would possess a number of Foundation Establishment cultivators, the Yan Clan for example.

Seven Sects… Ah, yes. I am a cultivator of Spirit Beast Mountain. Could it be that Your Esteemed Self is also a Seven Sects cultivator? Crooked Soul said these words calmly, but Han Li was able to spot a trace of fear within his eyes, causing Han Li to feel great suspicion.

So it turns out that Fellow Daoist is from Spirit Beast Mountain! How is Young Mistress Han Yunzhi 1 doing? Han Li asked with a faint smile.

Han Yunzhi… I am truly sorry. This one had been in secluded cultivation for so many years and thus has no recollection of the younger disciples. After being surprised momentarily by Han Lis question, he made a forced laugh and self-mockingly said.

You arent familiar with her? Then how about Fellow Daoist tell me the names of a few disciples that you do remember. This one knows many Fellow Daoists from Spirit Beast Mountain. Perhaps I might know a few! Han Li flatly continued with his close questioning.

This… Crooked Soul appeared somewhat panicked and began shifting his eyes in every direction. His expressions were more honest than his words.

Seeing that this person had failed to answer, Han Lis expression grew dark and cold.

Fellow Daoist, you truly disappoint me! You are still hesitating and now I must force you. Han Li said bluntly. With a blur, his body flashed forward and back.

Crooked Soul remained motionless in his original location. However, a Soul Lock Talisman was now attached to the center of his chest, removing any opportunity for him to act. With a panicked appearance, he hastily shouted, Fellow Daoist, what is the meaning of this? We can talk about this…

When used on mortals, a Soul Lock Talisman was capable of completely locking down their bodies to the point where they wouldnt be able to speak. But when used against cultivators who possessed magic power, its efficacy was somewhat lacking. Although there were other methods to immobilize weaker cultivators, there were few that left them capable of speaking and expressing emotion.

At this moment, Han Li paid no mind to any of his shouts and took out a pitch-black alms bowl from his storage pouch.

Once it appeared, a sinister Qi filled the air, causing the nearby temperature to drop several degrees. Shortly after, the alms bowl released a ghastly wail and surrounded itself with a strange black fog, causing its ghostly aura to thicken. This was the Soul Congregation Bowl that Han Li had recently acquired.

Single-handedly grabbing the magic tool, Han Li ominously glared at Crooked Soul as he approached him.

As Crooked Soul stared at the strange alms bowl, he appeared bewildered. But he then immediately thought of something and his expression became nervous. He forced himself to say, What do you plan on doing? Dont tell me you plan on using a soul refinement technique?

When he said the words Soul Refinement Technique, his eyes revealed extreme fear.

The Soul Refinement Technique was a notorious, fear-inspiring magic technique in the cultivation world. Some cultivators would even swear death-oaths under threat of this wicked magic technique.

All of the sects and great clans have specialists that would learn this technique in order to deliver the harshest of punishments to set an example for traitors. This practice had gained it much infamy due to the cruelty involved.

It was said that practitioners of this technique were capable of extracting ones soul and using specialized magic techniques to torment them. Rumor has it that direct suffering inflicted on a soul for even a short moment was unbearable even to those with adamant wills. Furthermore, the stronger the cultivators soul, the greater suffering they would feel. These gruesome details would cause cultivators faces to pale when they spoke of them.

Rumors of the Soul Refinement Technique have spread all across the cultivation world. The best known among them was the rumor that cultivators capable of the Soul Refinement Technique were able to cultivate a Soul Tool, a tool inseparably linked to their own souls. Only with such a magic tool would the user be able to fully utilize the Soul Refinement Technique and damn the targets soul to suffer a fate worse than death.

Not many cultivators had personally seen a soul tool, but it was said to release a dense, sinister and ghostly aura. Its description closely matched the appearance of the Soul Congregation Bowl, a magic tool that had held the souls of over a hundred cultivators.

Thus, with the threatening appearance of the alms bowl and Han Lis previous threats, this person had mistakenly believed that Han Li was capable of using this soul tool to perform the dreadful Soul Refinement Technique.

It was no surprise why he thought this. When someone thought of soul torture, the first thing that came to mind was the Soul Refinement Technique. How could he not have been scared out of his wits?

When Han Li heard Crooked Souls words, he remained expressionless despite the surprise he felt.

In fact, Han Li hadnt thought of using the Soul Refinement Technique to threaten him. He only wanted to use the dark, icy Qi of the alms bowl to submit his soul to a bit of suffering. But now that Crooked Soul believed that Han Li was capable of using the Soul Refinement Technique, Han Li was prepared to take advantage of his misconception.

Im going to ask you one more time. Tell me about your origin and why you have impersonated a Spirit Beast Mountain cultivator. Han Li coldly responded with a question of his own, not bothering to answer whether or not he intended to use the Soul Refinement Technique.

Han Lis evasive answer caused this person to be more convinced of his previous assumption. With a distressed expression, his lips trembled but no words came out.

Seeing this, Han Li didnt continue to talk nonsense. Instead, he started to vaguely mutter an unknown incantation and moved the Soul Congregation Bowl closer to Crooked Souls face.

With regards to the alms bowls sinister Qi, even Han Li, a Foundation Establishment cultivator, coldly shivered upon contact with it. As a Qi Condensation cultivator, Crooked Soul would be affected far more strongly.

Thus, as the alms bowl was placed in front of him, he felt his body break out in a strange, extreme chill as if needles of steel had pierced through the depths of his soul and frozen it stiff.

After a short moment, he was no longer able to endure the pain and screamed with a twisted expression.

Dont be so hasty, I havent even used any magic yet. Then, the pain will be a hundredfold more! Han Li suddenly whispered these fleeting words in his ear.

A hundredfold? When Crooked Soul heard this, he nearly lost himself to fear.

He was unable to endure the current pain for even a short moment. To endure a hundred times the pain would cause his soul to disappear in anguish. Having suffered, Crooked Soul was completely certain that this was the rumored, Soul Refinement Technique.

Thus, when he saw Han Li form an incantation gesture, he hastily changed his words to avoid further pain, Fellow Daoist, please forgive me. I will speak. Please put away your soul tool and refrain from using the Soul Refinement Technique!

Because of the penetration of the alms bowls cold Qi, he stuttered, repeating his words as he shivered. Were it not for the protection of the Spiritual Qi in his body as well as the extreme strength of Crooked Souls body, he would have long been frozen stiff.

Had you been so tactful earlier, you couldve avoided a bit of pain! Han Li casually moved to put away the alms bowl and spoke as if Crooked Soul had been the one to bring this upon himself.

In fact, he inwardly let out a sigh of relief.

Because he wouldnt talk, Han Li put away the Soul Congregation Bowl shortly after. This was also because Han Li was no longer able to endure the cold, dark Qi of the magic tool, having directly held it in his hand.

When Crooked Soul saw that Han Li had truly put away the magic tool, he took a deep breath.

It would be best if you didnt think of deceiving me. I will naturally be using magic techniques to test the truth of your words. I hope your esteemed self isnt so stupid as to keep your secrets. Otherwise, I will scatter your soul and ensure that you will never reincarnate. Han Li spoke with a tone colder than ice.

Having just suffered greatly, Crooked Soul involuntarily shivered and his expression became extremely unsightly upon hearing those words.

1 A recurring character. She was first introduced in Chapter 137 when she sold Han Li the Golden Sincerity Brush. He later meets her once more at the Trial by Blood and Fire. She mentioned her name in Chapter 203.

Chapter 337: A Concealed Expert, Crooked Soul

As for tonights matters, I do not wish for Spirit Beast Mountain to know of them. You two should keep this to yourselves! Han Li suddenly raised his head and coldly glanced at the Rainbow Sect Master and his son.

The old mans heart trembled in fear and he remained silent with a humble appearance.

Han Li wordlessly stared at the Rainbow Sect Master for a moment. When he saw that the old man had broken out in a cold sweat, he revealed a smile and then his body blurred, disappearing without a trace.

While the old man was stunned, he felt a hand lightly pat his shoulder. His body immediately stiffened as he slowly turned his head.

Han Li was indifferently standing behind him.

Does Sir Immortal have any commands? This old man will certainly follow them. The Rainbow Sect Master said with an apprehensive smile.

Its nothing. I just wanted to give you a greeting. Han Li replied with a calm expression.

A greeting?

The old man was startled, not fully understanding Han Lis intentions. But something soon came to mind and he hastily inspected his body with worry. Fortunately, he didnt find anything unusual and calmed down.

Han Li then released his Divine Wind Boat and appeared inside with a flash.

After giving a deep glance at the youth and the old man, Han Li coldly chuckled and flew off in a streak of white light.

The old man and his son were left completely baffled along with Mo Yuzhu.

……

As Han Li flew on his Divine Wind Boat, he unconsciously sneered.

Although the old man had said that he didnt dare to tell Spirit Beast Mountain about him, Han Li saw something amiss from his expression.

Having seen this, Han Li naturally wouldnt ignore a deep schemer who held hatred toward him, even if he was a mortal.

Therefore, when he had appeared behind him, he secretly took action and had a Burrowing Worm enter his body with a pat.

This insect was very strange. It was the size of a fine hair and was nearly invisible to the naked eye, only completely detectable through spiritual sense. So long as it entered the body, it would slowly crawl through ones blood vessels and eventually reach the heart.

After one or two years, the infected party would start to experience heart pain and an inability to sleep soundly. The symptoms would grow increasingly severe over a span of several months until the heart pain surges, leading to death. It would appear no different than if he had died an ordinary death from heart problems. Even expert cultivators wouldnt find anything wrong in the least unless they knew what to look for beforehand.

Since it would occur such a long time after Han Li had patted his shoulder, no association would be made to Han Li.

This unscrupulous and strange insect was something Han Li had acquired from the spoils of a Devil Dao cultivator. He initially had no idea what it was until he had someone else appraise it. Now knowing its purpose and usage, he had used it on the Rainbow Sect Master.

With this, he was able to fulfill his promise to Mo Fengwu without appearing evil in front of Mo Yuzhu. Han Li felt quite pleased with himself.

Han Li currently no longer cared if they informed Spirit Beast Mountain that Han Li had been there.

After all, he hadnt harmed the father or the son in the slightest. Presumably, Spirit Beast Mountain wouldnt pursue him over such a minor affair. As for the Rainbow Sect Masters son, he seemed decent. Han Li hoped that Mo Yuzhu would have a happy life with him.

With that thought, he flew his Divine Wind Boat to the west of Jia Yuan City.

He wanted to hurry and resolve this matter of Crooked Souls peculiarity. Although he didnt know what Crooked Soul was up to, he definitely couldnt just leave him alone.

West of Jia Yuan City was a tall mountain range filled with dense forest. It was said that poisonous snakes and fierce beasts roamed in these parts. As such, people would rarely tread in that region. This was most likely the main reason why Crooked Soul ran there after the peculiarity had arisen.

Han Li silently observed the densely covered mountain range from the sky.

After a long while, he took out the Soul Guiding Bell from his storage pouch.

He gradually poured Spiritual Power into the bell as he grasped it in his palm. A short while later, the Soul Guiding Bell glowed with faint white light and floated in the air.

Go.

After he threw the small bell, he formed an incantation gesture with his other hand and softly spat out his command.

The Soul Guiding Bell trembled for a moment before releasing a clear ring. It then flew off at great speed.

Han Li faintly smiled and chased after it with his Divine Wind Boat.

By using Crooked Souls blood essence that the bell contained, he was able to easily use the bell to track down where Crooked Soul was located. Naturally, he couldnt do this if the bell was too far away from Crooked Soul. If Crooked Soul was over five hundred kilometers away, Han Li would be powerless to act. But now that the bell had responded, Han Li grew happy, knowing that Crooked Soul was concealed nearby.

The small bell flew straight for about fifteen kilometers before suddenly descending. When Han Li saw this, he knew he had found his objective and immediately grabbed the small bell in midair. Then, he completely covered the small, glowing bell in a layer of azure light.

From Sun Ergous words, Han Li knew that Crooked Soul could now sense the Soul Guiding Bell. By concealing the bells aura, he could avoid having Crooked Soul flee.

He quietly descended on a small mountains peak and started to sweep his gaze in every direction.

Although it was already dark, Han Li was still able to vaguely see as he was a Foundation Establishment cultivator. As a result, he headed straight towards the direction in which the small bell had originally descended, into a large pile of stones on the mountaintop.

Han Li walked without the slightest sound as if he was a ghost. From Han Lis measures, he had ultimately caught Crooked Soul completely unaware. Crooked Soul was sitting cross-legged on a huge rock in meditation as if he were refining Qi.

Hidden behind a rock, Han Li secretly watched Crooked Soul with complete amazement.

Han Li was able to feel Spiritual Qi within Crooked Souls body. His Spiritual Qi fluctuations indicated that he was at the fifth or sixth layer of Qi Refinement, leaving Han Li stunned.

Han Li had clearly remembered that Zhang Tie1 was originally unable to cultivate the Eternal Spring Arts because he didnt have spiritual roots.

Wait! Although Zhang Tie was unable to cultivate the Eternal Spring Arts, that didnt mean that he didnt possess any spiritual roots. It only meant that he didnt have wood attribute spiritual roots. Could it be that Zhang Tie possessed spiritual roots of another attribute? Han Li thought, suddenly coming to a realization.

What were the odds! Doctor Mo was actually able to accept two disciples with spiritual roots when a person with spiritual roots couldnt normally be found among ten thousand mortals.

With incredulity, Han Li continued his thoughts, It is truly unfortunate. Because he didnt have similar attributed spiritual roots, we ended up with completely different fates. If I happened to not have wood attributed spiritual roots, then would I have ended up… Han Li felt a trace of lingering fear in his heart.

However, how did Crooked Soul acquire a foundation cultivation technique he could use? Could it be…?

Han Li seemed to have thought of something and wrinkled his brow. His eyes flashed with malicious intent, but he continued to silently watch Crooked Soul cultivate.

After the time it took to eat a meal, Crooked Soul opened his eyes. He stood up and stretched his limbs.

His eyes displayed intelligence as if he truly possessed consciousness.

But when Han Li saw this, his face only appeared gloomier and his expression held a faint trace of maliciousness.

Todays progress wasnt bad! It seems that in four months, I wont have to be afraid of the magic tool that controls this body.

As Crooked Soul revealed happiness, he heard an ice-cold voice from his side.

It seems that your esteemed self is quite satisfied with that body!

Who is it?

Crooked Souls expression turned cautious as he hastily looked in the direction of the voice.

At this moment, Han Li walked out from concealment with an icy expression.

Who are you?

Yi! Youre a Foundation Establishment Cultivator!

When Crooked Soul discovered that he was unable to see through the depth of Han Lis cultivation, he couldnt help but reveal fear.

Thats what I wanted to know. Why did you occupy and steal that body? That is the body of my close friend, and I personally handed it over to my subordinate for safekeeping. Youve occupied that body for so many years, so how about you give me an explanation? Han Li calmly said.

This body is yours? Crooked Soul revealed doubt as his eyes continuously shifted about. It was clear that he had some sly plan in mind.

When Han Li saw this, he coldly sneered. He suddenly flipped his hand, revealing the Soul Guiding Bell.

What are you doing? When Crooked Soul saw Han Li move, he immediately jumped ten meters back like a frightened hare, he then stared at Han Li with a face of vigilance.

Although he had previously felt the existence of the Soul Guiding Bell, he did not know its specific form. He also didnt know that the small bell was a magic tool that specialized in controlling his body. He had only believed that Han Li had taken out a magic tool to casually act against him.

Han Lis friend and fellow disciple of Doctor Mo who was later refined into Crooked Soul.

Since Your Esteemed Self is standing here, it seems that you arent an unknown figure! May I ask if Sir is Yuzhus old friend? If this is true, then your esteemed self cannot be considered an outsider. Please, enter the room and chat with us. The Rainbow Sect Master suddenly asked this with a chuckling smile, he appeared quite polite.

These words stunned the youth beside him, who revealed a trace of astonishment.

When Han Li heard this, his expression darkened, and his mouth formed a sneer.

Many years ago, I had learned many skills under the tutelage of Mo Juren. This daughter-in-law of yours can be considered my Senior Martial Sister. Naturally, I cannot be considered an outsider. However, before we go and confuse our relationships, how about we first address the extermination of the Mo Estate? Having seen Mo Yuzhu married off to an enemy clan, he felt gloomy after recovering from his astonishment and intended to act.

Youre a survivor of the Mo Estate! The youth cried out with an appearance of complete surprise.

The Rainbow Sect Master revealed astonishment, but soon after, his face darkened and his eyes grew indistinct. His body suddenly swelled without warning and gave off a grand pressure.

Since you are a remnant of the Mo Estate, dont think about leaving. Your life will remain here! The Rainbow Sect Master loudly shouted, wearing a completely different expression.

He then made a large step forward with his hair fluttering about. Left behind in the bluestone that he stepped on was a two inch deep impression. It seemed this persons power was quite shocking.

When the youth saw this, this wordlessly slipped to the side, planning on coordinating with his fathers movements.

Han Li expressionlessly looked at the father and sons movements. Without saying anything further, he wordlessly raised his hand. Puchi. Several fist sized fireballs appeared above his hand, releasing a scorching air. frewebnoel.o

The Rainbow Sect Master had froze, halting his advance.

Cultivator! He hoarsely said with an expression of complete disbelief.

The youth at his side was also dumbfounded.

Humph!

Han Li didnt intend to waste more words. He pointed his finger, intending to kill the two with fireballs.

But at this very moment, Mo Yuzhu who was originally embracing her young daughter, appeared resolute. In an instant, she appeared in front of Han Li, blocking his attack.

Dont do it! I forbid you from killing this childs father. If you kill him, then you must kill me and my daughter as well. She said with a grieved expression.

Han Li wrinkled his brow. With a burst of loud crackles, the fireballs suddenly swelled to the size of bowls and became even more scorching. Although Mo Yuzhu appeared miserable, she still would not move.

Cultivator, there must be a misunderstanding. Our Rainbow Sect… Seeing that Mo Yuzhu was protecting him, he felt greatly moved and felt fear that Han Li would truly kill her along with his daughter in anger. Thus, he hastily mentioned their great backer.

Without waiting for him to finish Han Li coldly interrupted, Shut your mouth! Neither you nor your father are in any position to speak. I know of your backer, Spirit Beast Mountain, but I dont care in the slightest. If I hear you two speak again, I will exterminate your entire residence.

The youths complexion became flushed and he didnt dare to do anything else. He couldnt help but look at his father with burning anxiousness.

Although the Rainbow Sect Master still appeared calm, his heart had sunk with worry as his son anxiously looked at him.

Give me a reason why I shouldnt kill them. This is revenge for the Mo Estate. Furthermore, Fengwu had personally requested this of me. Han Li spoke to Mo Yuzhu with an indifferent tone.

Fengwu is still alive? Thats great! I was always so worried! Only later had I realized that she had attempted to drown herself. When Mo Yuzhu heard this, she revealed an expression of happiness.

Not only Fengwu, but Fourth Martial Brother and Caihuan are also alive and well. However, I feel quite disappointed with you. Ill give you a moment to convince me. Otherwise, I will be taking their lives. Han Li said with an indifferent tone. He then raised his hand and caused the floating fireballs to disappear without a trace.

Having seen Han Li restrained from attacking, the Rainbow Sect Master and son let out a breath of relief. At the very least, their lives were preserved for a moment more. They feared that Han Li would not listen to Mo Yuzhus explanation as he was overwhelmed with fury.

As they had more knowledge of cultivators than ordinary mortals, their fear of them was far greater as well. They were fundamentally unable to resist them.

Mo Yuzhus expression also became relaxed, and after a moment of thought, she spoke in a soft voice, Junior Martial Brother Han, considering that youve traveled a far distance in order to avenge the Mo Estate on behalf of my father, I must first give you my thanks. However, I must ask Junior Martial Brother, for what reason are you moving to take revenge on my husband? He didnt move to harm any of those from the Mo Estate. He had only given the order, an order not decided by him but by another party. As for who they are, Junior Martial Brother should know of them as they are also cultivators!

Han Li grew startled and muttered to himself for a moment.

How could Han Li not understand what Mo Yuzhu said?

The main culprit of those who ruined the Mo Estate were without doubt, the cultivators of Spirit Beast Mountain.

How could Han Li afford to provoke such an enemy?

But whats more was that Han Li could not believe the Mo Estate had created an enemy of such a degree.

With that in mind, he had only considered to vent anger for Mo Fengwu on behalf of their previous friendship.

If it was just that, it would have been fine.

After all, regardless of whether the Rainbow Sect Master and his son were innocent, they were still involved in the extermination of the Mo Estate.

But now that Mo Yuzhu had appeared, married to this enemy clan, Han Li began to feel that his assumptions were amiss.

He could only let out a long sigh towards the sky. The Heavens do love making fools of men!

Since a member of the Mo Estate had an opposing view, Han Li naturally would not strain himself to perform such an undesirable task. Thus after a moment, he slowly spoke with a relaxed expression, Senior Martial Sisters words do hold reason. But regardless of how it is said, these two are complicit and killing them could not be considered unjust. Whats more is that once they heard I was a member of the Mo Estate, they had wanted to execute me. It is hard for me to be convinced that they had nothing to do with the extermination of the Mo Estate.

With that said, his face was shrouded once more in a layer of cold frost, causing the Rainbow Sect Master and his son to appear fearful once more.

However, since Senior Martial Sister is involved and the wishes of both sisters differ, I have no intention of becoming the evil one and will leave this to be disputed among sisters. I hope that when the time comes, you will be able to talk it over with Fengwu. With that said, he passed on the whereabouts of the Mo Caihuan and Mo Fengwu to her.

Having heard this, the Rainbow Sect Master and his son now realized that this cultivator had renounced his desire to kill them and couldnt help but sigh in relief.

The Rainbow Sect Master stepped toward with a grand smile, hoping to incur Han Lis favor. However, Han Lis ice-cold gaze caused the old man to shiver, he no longer dared to continue forward.

I dont know what methods you used to marry my Senior Martial Sister off to your son, but I dont plan on investigating this irreversible affair. But from now on, you had best treat her well, otherwise… Han Li did not finish his words but the threat was clearly heard.

Junior Martial Brother, you misunderstand! I…

Mo Yuzhu hastily thought to resolve this misunderstanding, but before she had finished speaking, the old man had interrupted her, Sir Immortal, do not hesitate to be at ease. I will be certain to have Quanzi treat Yuzhu well. She will not be wronged in the slightest.

The Rainbow Sect Master was rather quick-witted, realizing that Han Li didnt want an explanation but a promise. Thus, he gave a sincere agreement.

Han Li nodded his head, expressing satisfaction.

Mo Yuzhus eyes flashed with appreciation. After a moment of hesitation, she gently handed over the young girl sleeping in her arms.

Junior Martial Brother Han, since you are an Immortal now, please carry her! Her name is Yingning. Perhaps by touching Junior Martial Brothers Immortal Qi, she will be bound to receive good karma. Mo Yuzhu softly said.

Having heard the beautiful woman say this, Han Li was slightly startled. He then faintly smiled and wordlessly received the child, lowering his head to look at her.

The child possessed an innocent appearance lacking any evil: delicate facial features, and white, rosy skin. Although she was still very young, Han Li could faintly see a future Mo Yuzhu in the making.

The young girl still remained soundly asleep with a sweet smile, perhaps because she was too tired from her daytime playing.

Han Li strongly resisted his urge to pinch the toddlers chubby cheeks. After a light sigh, he took out a misty white jade pendant from his storage pouch and gently placed it in the childs grasp. He then passed the girl with the pendant back the Mo Yuzhu.

This is Passing Spirit Jade. Although it isnt some rare item, it remains warm during the winter and cool during the summer. In addition, bugs wont dare to approach her. Ill give it to her as a token of remembrance. After going through several great battles, Han Li acquired many spoils of war. Not only did he receive all sorts of magic tools, but he also acquired a few rarely found treasures, the Passing Spirit Jade being one of such treasures.

Chapter 335: Astonishment

Seeing that Sun Ergous face had broken out in a cold sweat, Han Li knew that his limit had been reached and prepared to give a few benefits to him.

Enough. In the future, you can continue to act as Gang Leader Sun. If there is nothing that I need you for, then I wont be coming to find you. However, I must tell you that I do not know when well meet again. As such, you should take this and put it away. In the future, your descendants will be able to recognize me with this item. So long as your descendants are willing to serve me, I will protect their lives, wealth, and prestige.

As Han Li said this, he took out a sheet of common blank talisman paper. Swoosh. He clearly tore it in two and handed one half to Sun Ergou while putting away the other.

When Sun Ergou first heard Han Lis words, he first appeared astonishment. Soon after, he appeared rapt with joy and knelt down in front of Han Li, he sincerely kowtowed, knocking his head three times against the ground. He then raised his head and earnestly said, Many thanks for Young Masters great kindness! Young Master, please be at ease. My Sun Clan shall revere Young Master for many generations and will never renege on this agreement. Else, my clan may face extermination and calamity. With that said, Sun Ergou kowtowed, knocking his head against the floor once more before standing up with a respectful appearance.

Han Li was somewhat startled from seeing this!

His original intention was to coax Sun Ergou. But he hadnt thought that with a mere promise, that he would be rendered grateful to the point of tears.

But after a moment of thought, Han Li came to a realization.

In the mortal world, the continuation of ones bloodline along with their clans prosperity were most important! As such, it was natural for Han Lis guarantee of the prosperity of Sun Ergous later generations to be met with sincere servitude.

After all, Han Li hadnt given Sun Ergou any unreasonable orders these past years. As such, he felt that having his descendents continue to serve Han Li was best.

With that figured out, Han Li felt quite happy. Having Sun Ergou handle his affairs sincerely instead of half-heartedly would be of much greater effect.

Good. Since youve now sincerely paid allegiance to me, I will naturally leave behind a few good benefits. Take these two pill bottles. This bottle is filled with medicine that is used for the treatment of external wounds. So long as they still draw breath, they will make a full recovery. As for the other bottle, it is the same as the poison detoxification pill I gave you before and will cure all poisons under the heavens. These should help preserve your life!

With a flip of his hand, two exquisite porcelain bottles appeared in his hand and he handed them over to Sun Ergou with a calm expression.

Sun Ergou naturally felt grateful beyond words and would later strive his hardest.

Afterwards, Han Li gave a few warnings to Sun Ergou before having Sun Ergou respectfully send him off, flying away from the headquarters of the Fourth Level Gang.

This backup plan still continues to exist, but when will I next have a use for it? Han Li silently thought.

He was standing at the edge of a street and had turned his head to look around. He had just arrived at the Li Estate underneath the pitch-black night.

In an instant, his figure blurred and he flew toward the sky on a magic tool. Not long after, he was above the Li Estate.

Taking advantage of the curtain of the night, Han Li effortlessly descended from the sky and made use of several concealment techniques, noiselessly disappearing into the Li Estate.

With his previous experience of infiltrating Prince Xins Mansion, Han Li was able to skillfully restrain powerful experts with Soul Lock Talismans and use the Soul Controlling Technique to inquire about the Rainbow Sect Masters whereabouts.

The result left Han Li quite happy. The Rainbow Sect Master was not in a heavily guarded location such as the back mansion and was instead located at his second sons residence. It seemed as if he was discussing a few matters with him.

After interrogating a servant in the side garden, Han Li turned him into ashe with a fireball without hesitation.

Since this person had heard his questions and voice, he couldnt mercifully spare his life.

Soon after, Han Li slipped past layers of sentries and arrived at the front of a large courtyard.

What he saw left him surprised. Four white-clothed men were securely guarding the courtyard gate. Their temples were tense and their eyes attentively shot in every direction. They appeared to be extremely skilled martial artists.

Han Li wrinkled his brow. It seemed these were the Rainbow Sect Masters personal guard. As they were posted outside, it was likely that the Rainbow Sect Master was currently inside.

Han Li coldly glanced at the four guards and pondered for a moment. In a blur, he suddenly appeared in front of them.

The four white clothed men were greatly startled and immediately thought to act. However, Han Lis body grew blurry once more and turned into four afterimages that simultaneously waved their hands toward the four.

Suddenly, the four guards silently fell to the floor as corpses. Each of the corpses had a glistening ice spike protruding from their hearts and were covered in a layer of white frost.

Han Li expressionlessly turned their corpses into ash with fireballs and arrogantly pushed open the gates, entering the courtyard.

On the way there, Han Li had already searched the Li Estate once through with his spiritual sense. He had found no cultivators, setting his heart at ease and kindling his desire to kill.

It seemed the Rainbow Sect Master would truly die by his hand.

Han Li had already made up his mind. Once he entered the courtyard, he would just kill everyone.

If he left behind any witnesses, Spirit Beast Mountain cultivators would investigate a rather troublesome matter.

With that thought, he walked into the courtyard filled with the desire to kill. But when he clearly saw the scene there, he stopped in his tracks.

There was a young woman in the courtyard embracing a three year old girl and singing a lullaby for her. Although this woman had lowered her head and he could not clearly see her face, her gentle, loving voice caused even Han Li to clearly feel the love the woman had for the child.

Such a scene was far beyond Han Lis expectations. The desire to kill had unknowingly disappeared from his mind and he now found himself in a difficult dilemma.

This woman was the Young Sect Masters wife. However, Sun Ergou hadnt mentioned that they had a young daughter!

Because Han Li hadnt concealed his movements when he entered, the woman knew someone had entered, despite not raising her head.

Eventually, she stopped singing her enchanting lullaby and unhappily said, Youre not going to speak? I had you wait outside so you wouldnt wake up my Yingning. With that said, the young woman coldly turned her head.

She had clearly considered Han Li to be one of those four guards.

After the young woman and Han Li saw each others appearances, they both cried out in surprise. frewebnol.com

Its you?

What are you doing here?

……

The expressions on young womans face continuously changed from clear and dark. Her beautiful face was covered in shock while containing a trace of bewilderment. She appeared as if she had been caught having an affair while in bed with another man, it was quite ridiculous.

Han Li did not find this funny in the slightest and his expression became extremely unsightly.

After a long while, Han Li lightly sighed away a breath of his melancholy and coldly said, Should I address you as Senior Martial Sister Mo? Or would Mistress Li be better? What will it be, Mo Yuzhu1. She is first mentioned in Chapter 107?

This young woman was actually the eldest among the three Mo Sisters. During that year, she had a majority of Jiayuan citys young masters head over heels for her, the peerless beauty of her generation that had no mind for others.

Although she was now dressed as a young married woman, her beauty hadnt faded in the slightest, still revealing an astonishing charm that would drive men wild.

Having heard Han Lis words, Mo Yuzhus face became incomparably pale. She lost the strength in her legs and her body swayed, nearly causing her to fall on her backside along with her child.

Yuzhu! Why do I hear an unfamiliar voice! Who are you speaking with?

The people inside the house seemed to sense that something was amiss outside. The speakers voice sounded familiar to Han Li.

The house door opened, revealing an old man with white hair and a thirty year old youth.

During the day, Han Li had previously seen the Young Master Li at the Fragrant Restaurant. As for the old man, his hair was as white as snow and though his face was wrinkled and red, it gave an amiable impression. When he saw Han Li, his face appeared slightly strange.

This person is the Rainbow Sect Master?

Han Li turned his ice-cold gaze to the old man, asking Mo Yuzhu without a trace of politeness.

However, Mo Yuzhu could not speak. She was tightly embracing her young daughter, and was staring at Han Li with her mouth rigidly shut.

Who are you? What did you do to my wife? When the youth saw that an unknown young man was standing in the courtyard, he was stunned. But when he heard him call her Mo Yuzhu, he grew furious and charged forward, wanting to teach Han Li a lesson.

However, before he had even taken a step forward, the Rainbow Sect Master stopped him and calmly said, You are grown now but yet you so recklessly want to charge forward! This person was capable of silently charging through our expert guards. He is certain to be no simple character. Do not be spurred into taking action.

As expected, this old man was quite capable! From the Rainbow Sect Masters careful gaze, he was able to deduce that Han Li was not a common character.

If he truly was a Foundation Establishment cultivator, Han Li was certain to be very cautious and view him as a formidable opponent. Unfortunately, he was but a mortal with a sharp mind. In terms of absolute power, Han Li wouldnt even put him into his eyes.