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Theres someone with a death wish pursuing us, Ma Liang replied.

Leave them to me, Master, Yang Deer said in a respectful manner.

The pursuer is quite powerful, you may not be able to defeat them easily, Ma Liang replied with a shake of his head.

Yang Deer faltered slightly upon hearing this before a thought suddenly occurred to it. Theyre that powerful? Could it be the most powerful being of the Armored Boar Race? What a coincidence.

Oh? You know who our pursuer is? Ma Liang asked as an intrigued look appeared in his eyes.

If Im not mistaken, the pursuer should be the number one grand elder of the Armored Boar Race. Apparently, his powers arent inferior to those of us true spirits, and he ranks among the top five most powerful beings of the entire Spirit Realm, Yang Deer replied.

Top five, eh? No wonder he dares to pursue us all on his own. In that case, Ill refine his soul into the main spirit of my Myriad Spirit Blood Seal, Ma Liang chuckled coldly.

Immediately thereafter, he swept a sleeve through the air to release a small crimson seal, which vanished into thin air as a ball of crimson light.

Yang Deers expression changed slightly at the sight of the seal. Back when it had faced Ma Liang in battle with the other two true spirits, it had witnessed the power of this treasure firsthand.

Even the three true spirits combined hadnt been able to contend with this seal, which was why they had been forced to activate the chains of laws as a last resort.

All of a sudden, a loud thunderclap rang out, and a flying bone carriage appeared in the distance amid countless arcs of silver lightning.

The carriage then drew to a halt just over 1,000 feet away from Ma Liang and Yang Deer.

At the front of the carriage stood a thin elderly man from the Armored Boar Race.

The man had a head of long grey hair and a pair of green eyes, and there were around a dozen bone rings of different sizes around his arms. There were also two murky grey flags on his shoulders, each of which was several feet tall with countless ghostly shadows on their surfaces, and they were releasing bursts of ghostly howls.

Youre a true spirit! the elderly man exclaimed as soon as his gaze settled on Yang Deer.

Yang Deer was quite taken aback to hear this, but it remained expression as it replied, Oh? Im surprised you managed to recognize me right away.

Why has a true spirit like you slain so many juniors of our race and destroyed our intercontinental teleportation formation? the elderly man asked.

Those juniors dared to oppose my master, so they had to die to atone for their actions, Yang Deer replied in a nonchalant manner.

Your master? The elderly man was astonished to hear this, and he immediately directed his gaze toward Ma Liang.

All of a sudden, he recalled a piece of news that he had recently received, and his heart immediately jolted violently. However, his expression remained unchanged, and he put on a calm smile as he replied, I see, so it was those juniors who overstepped their boundaries first. In that case, I apologize in their stead. I still have some matters to attend to, so Ill be taking my leave now.

As soon as his voice trailed off, the elderly man flew back on his bone carriage amid a flash of countless arcs of lightning.

Hehe, youre not going anywhere. A cold smile appeared on Yang Deers face as it took a step forward while making a grabbing motion, and the giant black ax reappeared in its grasp before being swung viciously through the air.

A black blade projection erupted out of the ax, transforming into a black wave that swept directly toward the bone carriage.

The elderly mans expression darkened slightly upon seeing this, and one of the bone rings around his arms immediately sprang forth before swelling to around an acre in size.

Countless grey runes then appeared on its surface, and it crashed directly toward the grey blade projection.

An earth-shattering boom rang out as the black blade projection was vanquished, while the bone ring reverted back to its original size and was sent flying back.

However, the bone carriage wasnt slowed down in the slightest, and in the blink of an eye, it was over 10,000 feet away.

Just as the elderly man heaved an internal sigh of relief and was about to focus on getting away, a mountainous crimson seal projection suddenly appeared out of thin air amid a rumbling boom before slowly descending from above.

The seal appeared to be moving extremely slowly, but it instantly appeared above the bone carriage, then released a burst of law fluctuations that locked the carriage into place.

The elderly mans heart jolted upon seeing this, and he hurriedly released the two flags on his shoulders, which swelled to over 100 feet in length in a flash, then released hundreds of malicious ghosts, all of which were at the Body Integration Stage and were releasing fearsome baleful Qi.

At the same time, the dozen or so bone rings around the elderly mans arms also shot forth, and all of them displayed different powers as they hurtled directly toward the giant seal projection.

A string of resounding booms rang out, and the bone rings struck the seal projection one after another before instantly shattering.

As for the hundreds of malicious ghosts, all of them were destroyed after being swept up by the law fluctuations being released by the projection.

All the while, the giant seal projection was still descending from above.

The elderly mans expression changed drastically upon seeing this, and he immediately made a hand seal before injecting his magic power into the flying carriage beneath him in a frenzy.

Arcs of silver lightning flashed erratically over the surface of the bone carriage, and it transformed into a five-clawed bone dragon that let loose a thunderous roar before attempting to teleport away.

Ma Liang gave a cold harrumph upon seeing this, then pointed a finger at the giant crimson seal projection from afar.

The projection immediately shuddered as a series of crimson runes appeared on its surface before vanishing in a flash.

At the same time, a string of dull thumps rang out around the bone dragon, and countless crimson tentacles shot out of thin air before binding onto the bone dragon like restrictive chains.

The dragon struggled with all its might as lightning flashed all around it, but it was unable to escape from these tentacles.

The elderly mans heart sank slightly upon seeing this, and he immediately opened his mouth to expel several mouthfuls of blood essence, which drifted onto the bone dragons body as clouds of blood mist.

The bone dragons body immediately swelled drastically in size amid a thunderous roar, instantly reaching over 10,000 feet in length, attempting to break free from the crimson tentacles with its sheer size.

However, the tentacles around the bone dragons body also grew alongside it and refused to let go. Finally, it transformed into a river of blood that completely trapped the bone dragon, and the elderly mans heart sank even further upon seeing this.

He swept his spiritual sense up toward the giant seal, and a hint of fear surfaced in his eyes as he detected the enormous power of laws imbued within the seal.

It looks like I have no choice but to stay. In that case, let me witness the power of your immortal secret techniques. The elderly man gritted his teeth as he laid a hand onto the top of his own head, and his Nascent Soul immediately emerged.

In contrast with the elderly man himself, the Nascent Soul was wearing a suit of shimmering golden armor with a crimson spear in one hand, and a white bone bell in the other. On top of that, it had a sinister ghostly face on the back of its head.

As soon as the Nascent Soul emerged, it immediately summoned around a dozen identical projections.

The projections raised their crimson spears in unison, releasing around a dozen streams of crimson flames that surged forth before converging to form a massive fiery python with a dozen heads.

The heads all let loose a menacing hissing sound before the python pounced toward the giant seal projection, and at the same time, the small bone bells were also tossed forward before instantly swelling to around 10 feet in size, then began to release strings of crisp chimes.

……

Interesting. It seems that the He Lian Trade Guild on the Tian Yuan Continent is seizing the initiative and recruiting a large number of powerful beings to target me. I recall that one of the powerful beings I killed on the Blood Sky Continent was also from that trade guild. Looks like its about time I paid the guild a visit and razed it to the ground, Ma Liang chuckled coldly as he released the lifeless body of the elderly man, which plummeted straight out of the heavens.

Overall, the He Lian Trade Guild is no less powerful than the Jiao Chi Race, you have to proceed with caution, Master, Yang Deer said in a respectful manner.

After witnessing Ma Liang slaying someone no less powerful than itself with ease, any thoughts of betrayal that Yang Deer harbored had been completely erased.

The more powerful this guild is, the greater the intimidatory effect on everyone else will be when I destroy it. Even though Im not afraid of the alliance theyre forming, I dont want it to delay the completion of my mission. However, prior to that, I have to use the secret technique to examine whether my target is actually on this continent, Ma Liang said in an unhurried manner.

Ming Zun… Ming Zun of the He Lian Trade Guild? the Six-winged Frost Centipede exclaimed.

Given the resounding reputation of the He Lian Trade Guild, he had naturally heard of it in the past.

Hehe, I didnt think that you would know of me, Fellow Daoist. Rest assured, were extending this invitation to you so that we can vanquish the true immortal thats wreaking havoc in our Spirit Realm, we bear no ill will toward you, Ming Zun said with a smile.

The Six-winged Frost Centipedes expression changed drastically upon hearing this. Has he already arrived on the Tian Yuan Continent? reeebnvel.com

We have no information indicating that yet, but I think its only a matter of time. You must also be of the same opinion, given your reaction, Ming Zun replied in an unhurried manner.

Hmph, seeing as even youve gotten involved, it looks like I have no choice but to comply. Ill come with you, but Im currently at a critical juncture where I need to recover my energy… The Six-winged Frost Centipede finally decided to compromise, but at the same time, he took advantage of the situation to state a condition.

Haha, thats not an issue. If you come with us, our trade guild will cover all of the pills required for your recovery. By the way, this is Fellow Daoist Ice Phoenix, right? Ming Zun asked as he turned toward the Ice Phoenix.

The Ice Phoenix faltered slightly upon hearing this, then extended a respectful curtsey toward Ming Zun as she replied, I am. How do you know about me, Senior?

Theres no need for formalities, Fellow Daoist Ice Phoenix. I recently met with Fellow Daoist Han of the human race, and he asked me to look after you if I ever encountered you, Ming Zun replied in a benevolent manner.

A hint of elation appeared on the Ice Phoenixs face upon hearing this, and she said in a respectful manner, I understand, Im also willing to accompany you to your trade guild, Senior.

In contrast, the Six-winged Frost Centipedes expression darkened slightly at the mention of Han Li.

Thank you for your cooperation, fellow daoists, there are some things that I wanted to discuss with you along the way, Ming Zun said with a smile, then made a hand seal, and an azure boat that was over 1,000 feet in length emerged up above amid a burst of violent spatial fluctuations.

At this point, the Six-winged Frost Centipede and the Ice Phoenix naturally werent going to change their minds, and thus, they flow onto the giant boat, which then sped away as a ball of azure light.

……

A month later, Han Li was refining his Divine Devilbane Lightning in the secret chamber of the Azure Origin Palace when his expression suddenly changed slightly, and he released an azure talisman out of his sleeve. The talisman transformed into several lines of azure text that hovered in mid-air, and Han Lis eyes narrowed slightly upon reading the message.

So those two have already been tracked down, the He Lian Trade Guild really is efficient. It looks like a collaboration will be possible, but I cant go to meet them right away, so Ill have to send someone in my stead to ask some questions, Han Li murmured to himself before making a hand seal, then made a voice transmission.

At the same time, his voice rang out in the ears of Patriarch Hua Shi, who was cultivating in another secret chamber in the Azure Origin Palace.

His eyes immediately sprang open, and after listening to Han Lis instructions, he departed from the secret chamber.

Half a day later, Patriarch Hua Shi left the Origin Integration Island.

……

Three months later.

The Armored Boar Race was one of the top 10 most powerful races on the Tian Yuan Continent. In a restricted area of that race, over 100 burly pig-headed Armored Boar guards were standing outside a massive hall.

All of a sudden, faint buzzing rang out within the hall, accompanied by a burst of spatial fluctuations.

Several of the most powerful beings among the guards exchanged a bewildered glance upon detecting this, then immediately made their way into the hall.

After passing through a few corridors, they arrived at a huge hall that was enshrouded under a white light barrier.

Within the light barrier was a giant formation that was around an acre in size, and it seemed to be in the process of being activated.

Whats going on? Why is there someone teleporting here from another continent? General Fei, did you receive any orders in advance? one of the guards asked in a cold voice.

Our teleportation hall hasnt received any orders. Could it be that a senior of our race is teleporting here urgently and hasnt had a chance to inform us in advance? a guard with a claymore strapped to his back replied with a shake of his head.

Thats a possibility. In any case, well know who it is soon, the first guard said as his brows furrowed slightly, and he made a hand gesture indicating for everyone to be on their guard.

All of the guards immediately interpreted this hand gesture and fanned out to block the exit.

Almost as soon as these measures were taken, a burst of light erupted from the center of the formation, and a pair of humanoid figures emerged.

The first guards expression changed drastically upon seeing this, and he yelled, You two arent members of our race! Who granted you access to the intercontinental teleportation formation on the other end?

Hehe, why would I need permission when I could just kill the people on the other end? one of the humanoid figures chuckled coldly in response.

These two were none other than Ma Liang and Yang Deer, and the latter was appraising the Armored Boar guards outside the light barrier with a bloodthirsty expression.

These are enemies! Raise the alarm right away! the guard with the claymore on his back immediately yelled while hurriedly drawing his claymore.

The other guards instantly sprang into action, and one of them raised a hand to release a red talisman, which shot out of the roof of the hall in a flash.

In the next instant, a crimson fireball appeared above the hall before exploding amid a resounding boom.

The nearby guards were quite alarmed to see this, and most of them rushed into the hall, while the rest of them hurriedly retreated before pulling out a series of formation treasures, which were hurled up into the air.

Wisps of five-colored light surged out of these formation treasures, forming 36 giant copper pillars that plummeted out of the heavens to surround the entire hall.

Each pillar was over 1,000 feet in length and was crimson in color with countless silver spirit runes etched on their surfaces.

The retreating Armored Boar guards expressions eased slightly upon seeing this, and they cast their eyes out of the hall.

All of a sudden, the entire hall exploded like a volcanic eruption amid a resounding boom, sending countless pieces of rubble flying in all directions.

However, all of the rubble was stopped in their tracks by a fiery barrier that appeared between the copper pillars, then incinerated into nothingness.

At this point, the guards who had rushed into the hall earlier were nowhere to be seen.

The remaining Armored Boar guards were naturally extremely alarmed to see this, and right at this moment, Ma Liang and Yang Deer flew out of the wreckage.

Yang Deer was holding a round object in its hand, which it was chomping on like a snack.

General Fei! one of the guards exclaimed as he identified the round object to be the head of their general.

Attack!

At this point, it was clear that all of the guards who had rushed into the hall had been killed, and all of the guards immediately activated their formation treasures.

Five-colored light flashed once again, and each of the 36 crimson pillars released a pillar of red light directly toward Yang Deer.

Hehe, you think such a pitiful restriction can harm me? Yang Deer chortled as its body expanded drastically like a balloon, and at the same time, it donned a suit of yellow armor.

The pillars of red light struck the suit of armor one after another, only to instantly fizzle out, while Yang Deer remained completely unscathed.

It would be rude not to return the favor, Yang Deer chuckled coldly as a giant black ax appeared in its grasp before being swung viciously through the air.

A round black blade projection erupted forth in all directions, and the 36 crimson pillars were sliced in half at once, while the red light barrier also faded.

Just as Yang Deer was about to slay the rest of the Armored Boar guards, an impatient look appeared on Ma Liangs face, and he said, Lets go. Whats the point in killing these small fry? We have important matters to attend to.

Yes, Master, Yang Deer hurriedly replied in a respectful manner, and the black ax in its hand disappeared before it instantly reverted back to its original size.

After that, the two of them departed as two streaks of light, completely disregarding the remaining guards.

In no more than an hour, the two of them had traveled a distance of millions of kilometers.

Just as they were about to emerge from a grassland onto a giant mountain range, Ma Liangs expression suddenly changed slightly as he stopped in his tracks.

Yang Deer immediately followed suit before asking, What is it, Master?

After that, Han Li led Nangong Wan on a tour of the entire Azure Origin Palace, then got her to select a side palace to her liking for her to live and cultivate in.

After witnessing all of the secret techniques and tomes in the tome library, as well as the countless treasures, pills, and materials in the treasure vault, Nangong Wan was struggling to pick her jaw up from the ground.

Han Li had encountered several miraculous opportunities during his cultivation journey, and he had slain many Grand Ascension Stage beings, so he was most likely wealthier than almost anyone in the entire Spirit Realm.

Having been trapped in the Small Spirit Sky for so long, never did Nangong Wan think that she would see so many treasures in one place.

Han Li urged Nangong Wan to select a few protective treasures and some pills, then gave her two restriction badges that would allow her to access these two places at any time she pleased.

Nangong Wan was naturally ecstatic, and she accepted everything with glee.

After that, Han Li met with the people running the Azure Origin Palace and took care of some urgent business, then sent out some people to track down the Ice Phoenix before taking Nangong Wan on a tour of the entire Origin Integration Island and most of the Boundless Sea.

During the span of around a month, the two of them were like an affectionate mortal couple and thoroughly enjoyed their time in one anothers company.

However, once they returned to the Azure Origin Palace, both of them went into seclusion, leaving the palace to Hai Yuetian to manage.

Currently, Han Li was seated in a secret chamber that was enshrouded within many layers of restrictions, and there were three glowing treasures hovering before him.

The trio of treasures was comprised of a golden page, and two jade slips, one silver and one red.

These items contained the Organ Refinement Origin Arts, Origin Astral Barrier, and that lightning refinement secret technique, all of which he had obtained during his trip.

Han Li took a brief glance at the three treasures before pointing a finger at the golden page, which flew up his sleeve as a ball of golden light.

The Organ Refinement Origin Arts contained within the golden page could enhance his powers drastically, but it required such an astonishingly long time to cultivate that he had no choice but to leave it for the future.

After a brief moment of contemplation, Han Li stowed away the silver jade slip as well.

The Origin Astral Barrier secret technique was recorded in golden seal text, so its contents were extremely difficult to understand. Just deciphering the secret technique would take a huge amount of time, let alone cultivating it, so it wasnt worth pursuing in the short term, either.

Thus, that only left the lightning refinement secret technique.

On the way back, he had already understood most of the secret technique, and full mastery should be attainable given another month or so.

He also possessed Divine Devilbane Lightning, so the refinement process wouldnt require a very long time, either.

Once combined with the Lightningwield Technique, this secret technique would be incredibly powerful and would be sure to give his future opponents a massive surprise.

With that in mind, Han Li waved a hand toward the jade slip, drawing it into his grasp before pressing it against his own forehead.

After that, Han Li closed his eyes and fell as still as a statue.

Two months later, the jade slip on Han Lis forehead had disappeared, and there were bolts of bright golden lightning flashing all around him.

The lightning then quickly converged to form a ball of lightning that rapidly swelled to the size of a washbasin.

Immediately thereafter, Han Li opened his mouth to release a burst of silver spirit flames, which transformed into a sea of flames to envelop the entire ball of lightning.

The ball of lightning rumbled incessantly while revolving rapidly within the sea of flames, and the golden runes on its surface began to flash erratically, seemingly reflecting some type of mysterious change that was taking place.

……

Meanwhile, Yang Deer was still meditating in the belly of that small mountain on the Thunder Continent with the small green vial beside it, and it seemed that it hadnt moved at all in the past few months.

All of a sudden, the small green vial shuddered slightly before releasing a burst of green light alongside some faint spatial fluctuations.

Yang Deer immediately opened its eyes before rising to its feet and extending a respectful bow toward the small vial.

Welcome back, Master!

As soon as its voice trailed off, golden light flashed from the opening of the vial, and Ma Liang emerged into the open.

You did well. Ive completely recovered from my injuries, so we can leave this place now, Ma Liang said.

Yes, Master! Yang Deer naturally didnt dare to raise any objections.

Ma Liang nodded in response before stowing the small green vial away up his sleeve, then opened his mouth to release a black and white formation plate.

The formation plate was octagonal in shape, and it was riddled with black and white runes.

Ma Liang tossed the formation plate forward, and it immediately transformed into a burst of black and white Qi before shapeshifting incessantly into a mirror, then a scroll, then into some other type of treasure.

Ma Liang pointed a finger at the treasure, and in the instant his finger came into contact with the black and white Qi, the latter transformed into a fist-sized translucent ball.

Immediately thereafter, Ma Liang began to chant an incantation before flicking several red incantation seals through the air, all of which quickly vanished into the translucent ball.

A ghostly crimson face appeared on the surface of the ball amid a flash of crimson light, then turned toward a certain direction before letting loose a low roar.

In the next instant, the ghostly face self-detonated and disintegrated on the spot.

Hmph, looks like those two have left this continent. That direction is where the Tian Yuan Continent is situated, right? Ma Liang asked as he turned toward Yang Deer.

The Tian Yuan Continent does indeed lie in that direction, Master, Yang Deer immediately replied.

Alright, Ive completed all of the blood sacrifices I need, so its about time I focus on the task assigned to me. My secret technique failed to register anything on the Blood Sky Continent and Thunder Continent, so it looks like that traitor is situated on the Tian Yuan Continent, Ma Liang murmured to himself.

After that, he opened his mouth to swallow the translucent ball again, then instructed, Take me to the nearest intercontinental teleportation formation, I want to go to the Tian Yuan Continent.

Yes, Master, please come with me, Yang Deer immediately replied with a respectful bow.

Thus, the two of them flew out of the belly of the mountain as two streaks of light, then sped toward a certain direction.

……

In the air above a secluded valley on the Tian Yuan Continent, the Six-winged Frost Centipede was appraising the four Grand Ascension Stage elderly men before him with a grim expression, while the Ice Phoenix had a surprised look on her face.

After the two of them arrived back on the Tian Yuan Continent, they had planned to find a secretive place to go into seclusion in order to facilitate recovery, but only less than a year had passed before these unfamiliar Grand Ascension Stage beings had tracked them down.

Even though there were only four Grand Ascension Stage beings present, the Six-winged Frost Centipede could sense that there were all types of restriction fluctuations in the area, so there was no way that he would be able to escape even with his profound movement techniques.

Who are you? Are you here for me? the Six-winged Frost Centipede asked with a cold expression.

Hehe, theres no need to be alarmed, Fellow Daoist, we bear no ill will toward you. We would simply like to invite you to come with us as we have something to discuss with you, a round-faced elderly man said with a smile.

Im not going anywhere! the Six-winged Frost Centipede retorted.

Im afraid thats not up to you, the elderly man said in an unhurried manner.

Haha, do you really think the four of you and this formation will be enough to take me down? Itll be a simple task for me to kill you all and break out of this formation, the Six-winged Frost Centipede chuckled coldly.

Oh? Then what about if I get involved as well? Another elderly voice rang out up above.

Whos there? The Six-winged Frost Centipede immediately cast his gaze upward in an alarmed manner.

A red-haired elderly man had appeared over 1,000 feet above him, and was appraising him with a hint of a smile on his face.

The man was giving off no aura whatsoever, and the Six-winged Frost Centipedes pupils immediately contracted slightly upon sweeping his spiritual sense toward the elderly man.

I am Ming Zun, and I would like to invite you to visit our trade guild, Ming Zun said with a smile.

Do we know why this true immortal has descended into our Spirit Realm? Our realm has been out of contact with the True Immortal Realm since ancient times, a true immortal would have to expend an unimaginable price to descend into our realm, and theyll have to be restricted by the power of laws of our realm. As such, there has to be a reason for his arrival, Mo Jianli analyzed.

Im not too sure about that, and I never received any information on this subject from the He Lian Trade Guild. All of the beings of our realm who have come into contact with this true immortal have perished, so theres no way to investigate his objective, Han Li replied with a shake of his head.

If I were the one in charge of the trade guild, then I would find out this piece of information at all costs, Mo Jianli said.

Youre right, Brother Mo. Ill pass on this suggestion to Fellow Daoist Ming Zun right away to see if theres any way that this can be accomplished. However, Im not too optimistic, Han Li replied with a nod.

No matter how slim the chances are, we have to try. If we can find out that true immortals objective, well be able to have far more leverage both in battle or in negotiation, regardless of which option we chose to pursue, Mo Jianli said.

Do you have any suggestions other than that, Brother Mo? Han Li asked.

Judging from what you just told me, you have two acquaintances who irked this true immortal and were pursued all the way to the Thunder Continent before disappearing, is that true? Mo Jianli asked.

Fellow Daoist Ming Zun informed me of this in person, so it should be reliable information. Neither of these acquaintances of mine are human, but one of them is a good friend of mine, while for the other, its hard to say whether hes friend or foe, Han Li replied.

In that case, Id advise you to try and get into contact with these two. I dont know how they managed to irk this true immortal, but if we can track them down, well be able to seize some initiative, Mo Jianli said.

Han Lis brows furrowed slightly upon hearing this. Youre suggesting we use them as bait?

If that true immortal really pursues them onto the Tian Yuan Continent, theres nowhere theyll be able to hide! As such, even if its to save their own lives, theyll have no choice but to act as bait, Fellow Daoist Ming Zun of the He Lian Trade Guild most likely has the same plan in mind. Otherwise, he wouldnt have told you about this, Mo Jianli said.

Hmm, they were already used as bait once on the Blood Sky Continent, so Im not sure if theyll be willing to comply again. However, if they really do come to our human race to seek protection from me, then they should be willing to cooperate with me. Having said that, it wont be a simple task to get into contact with them, Ill get my disciples to try and arrange that, Han Li replied with a nod after a brief moment of contemplation.

It would naturally be best if those two fellow daoists were willing to cooperate. As for whether that true immortal will fall for the same trap twice, I dont think theres any need to worry. This is a man whos brazen enough to sacrifice hundreds of millions of living beings, so he clearly thinks no one in our Spirit Realm can pose a threat to him. Even if he knows that its a trap, hell step into it without any inhibitions. Though, I still hope that true immortal can complete his objective without having to step onto our Tian Yuan Continent. Otherwise, even if you can defeat him, he would still most likely bring a major disaster upon our continent, Mo Jianli said with a wry smile.

Considering how unfathomable his powers are, things like plots and traps will most likely be useless anyway. Hopefully, we wont have to actually face him in battle, Han Li sighed in response.

You made the right decision to join the alliance gathered by the trade guild, Brother Han. Otherwise, no individual race on the Tian Yuan Continent would be able to face that true immortal. Its a pity that my powers are quite ordinary among Grand Ascension Stage beings, so I cant assist you much. Ill disperse the human residents of major cities with high population densities as soon as possible. In that case, even if that true immortal targets our human race, our losses will be kept to a minimum. On top of that, Ill prepare some powerful restrictions within the city as a precautionary measure, Mo Jianli said with a serious expression.

That sounds like a good plan, Brother Mo. Now that Ive informed you of the situation, Ill be returning to the Azure Origin Palace tomorrow, Han Li replied with a nod.

Thus, the two of them chatted with one another for close to two more hours before Mo Jianli finally took his leave.

Han Li and Nangong Wan accompanied him out of the hall before watching as he flew away as a streak of white light.

Are you going into seclusion again once we get back? Nangong Wan asked after the streak of white light disappeared into the distance.

Thats what I plan to do. I obtained several profound secret techniques during my trip, it wont be possible to completely master them in a short time, but even an elementary level of mastery could assist me greatly, Han Li replied as he stroked his own chin in a contemplative manner.

Youre right, I just didnt expect our human race to face such a severe tribulation as soon as we returned. The path of cultivation is truly an arduous one, Nangong Wan sighed with a forlorn expression.

Youre overthinking things, Waner. Cultivation in itself is an act that defies the heavens, so hardships are only to be expected. Hehe, wheres the fun in competing with other people? The true fun lies in contending with the heavens, Han Li chuckled before returning to the arks cabin.

Nangong Wan faltered slightly upon seeing this before a faint smile appeared on her face, and she also followed along behind Han Li.

The next day, the Inkspirit Holy Ark departed from Deep Heaven City.

……

Two months later, the ark returned to the Azure Origin Palace on the Origin Integration Island of the Boundless Sea.

Tens of thousands of human and demonic cultivators were gathered on the massive plaza in the palace, kowtowing to welcome the return of their patriarch.

Han Li and Nangong Wan emerged from the ark, followed by Zhu Guoer and the others.

Welcome back, esteemed patriarch!

The welcoming words of tens of thousands of people rang out across the entire plaza.

Han Li merely gave them a nod of acknowledgment before making his way toward the gate of the Azure Origin Palace. In contrast, Nangong Wan was astonished.

She had heard from Han Li that he had established his own forces in the human race, but never did she think that it would be on such a grand scale.

After all, he had only recently reached the Grand Ascension Stage, so she had thought that it would take some more time for him to garner such widespread support.

Hai Yuetian was standing in a respectful manner in front of the Azure Origin Palace, and he immediately made his way over to Han Li before extending a deep bow.

Hai Yuetian pays his respects to his master.

This is my dao companion, Nangong Wan, come and greet her as well, Han Li said as he pointed at Nangong Wan.

Hai Yuetian was rather taken aback to hear this before extending a respectful bow toward Nangong Wan in an ecstatic manner. Hai Yuetian pays his respects to Mistress Nangong Wan. Master has finally been reunited with you!

Ive heard much about you from your master, Hai Yuetian, youre certainly very handsome, Nangong Wan said with a smile.

Thank you for your kind praise, Mistress! Hai Yuetian was even more elated upon hearing this.

However, a stern look suddenly appeared on Han Lis face as he interjected, Hmph, looking pretty is all that hes good for. If he worked even a third as hard as Qi Lingzi in his cultivation, his cultivation base wouldnt be so pitiful.

Hai Yuetians smile immediately faded upon hearing this, and he mumbled in a barely audible voice, Im already doing my best, how can I possibly compete with a cultivation freak like Senior Martial Brother Qi Lingzi?

An amused smile appeared on Nangong Wans face upon hearing this, while Han Li aimed a stern glare at Hai Yuetian before making his way into the Azure Origin Palace.

At this point, all of the disciples on the plaza were also departing in an orderly fashion, and Nangong Wan naturally became a hot topic of conversation among them.

Han Li sat down on the main seat in the hall of the Azure Origin Palace, then instructed some people to organize lodging for the cultivators from the Small Spirit Sky before turning to Hai Yuetian. Where is Fairy Silvermoon?

Not long after your departure, Senior Silvermoon went into seclusion, and shes most likely at a critical juncture of her cultivation, which is why she hasnt come out to see you, Hai Yuetian said as he stole a wary glance at Nangong Wan.

Thats a real shame. I wanted to have a good chat with Sister Silvermoon, but theres always time for that in the future. Yuetian, make sure to inform me right away as soon as Sister Silvermoon emerges from seclusion, Nangong Wan instructed with a faint smile.

Yes, Mistress! Hai Yuetian was quite taken aback to hear this, and despite the fact that he was maintaining a serious expression, the look in his eyes clearly betrayed his thoughts.

Han Li was both amused and exasperated to see this, and he rolled his eyes as he dismissed Hai Yuetian.

Half a year later, the Inkyspirit Holy Ark arrived at Deep Heaven City, and the humans and demons in the city immediately erupted into a frenzy.

Not only did all of the elders in the city rush out to greet Han Li, they immediately notified Mo Jianli, who just so happened to be cultivating in seclusion near the city.

After greeting the elders and allowing the human cultivators on the ark to choose to stay or leave, he remained on the ark alongside the cultivators of the Small Spirit Sky who had chosen to stay, awaiting Mo Jianlis arrival.

A day later, Han Li was chatting with Nangong Wan in the cabin of the ark when he suddenly rose to his feet with a smile, and said, Brother Mo is here. Come and meet him with me, Waner.

Nangong Wan had already heard of Mo Jianli from Han Li, and she smiled as she replied, Id be happy to meet Fellow Daoist Mo Jianli.

Thus, Han Li released a burst of azure light out of sleeve to sweep up both himself and Nangong Wan, then shot out of arks cabin as a ball of azure light.

Moments later, Han Li and Nangong Wan appeared on the deck before casting their eyes toward the distance, where a streak of white light was approaching them at an incredible speed.

After just a few flashes, the streak of light arrived above the ark, then faded to reveal Mo Jianli, who looked down at Han Li with a smile as he said, Its been a while since we last met, Brother Han, how have you been?

Thank you for keeping me on your mind, Brother Mo. Thankfully, I was able to complete the objective of my trip and was reunited with my dao companion from the human world. Waner, come and greet Brother Mo, Han Li replied with a smile.

Oh? Is this your dao companion, Brother Han? Mo Jianli asked with a smile.

Nangong Wan pays her respects to Senior Mo Jianli. I was trapped in the Small Spirit Sky until recently, but Ive heard many things about you from my dao companion. I truly admire the work youve done as the supporting pillar of the human race, Nangong Wan said as she extended a respectful curtsey.

Youre far too kind, Fairy Nangong. Please, theres no need for formalities. Fellow Daoist Han and I are very close friends, so you can refer to me as an equal from now on. If you dont mind, you can call me Brother Mo, Mo Jianli said with a wide smile.

Nangong Wan was aware that Mo Jianli and Han Li did indeed share a close bond, so she complied with this request to refer to him as Brother Mo.

Mo Jianlis smile widened even further upon hearing this, and he pulled out a silver jade box before offering it to Nangong Wan. This is our first meeting, so I cant just let you go away empty-handed. I just so happen to have a set of 108 Yin Maiden Needles in my possession, theyre quite a rare top-grade treasure, and theyll be a perfect gift for you.

Nangong Wan could tell that these Yin Maiden Needles were indeed a very precious treasure, and she immediately offered her gratitude, then accepted the silver box before opening the lid to reveal 108 thin black needles, each of which was several inches in length.

The needles were very thin and frail in appearance, but they were releasing wisps of glacial Qi, and one would immediately be struck by a bone-chilling sensation upon appraising the needles with their spiritual sense.

Nangong Wan instantly realized that this set of treasures was far more precious than she had anticipated, and she offered Mo Jianli her gratitude again before carefully stowing the jade box away.

Meanwhile, Han Li looked on with a smile and didnt ask Nangong Wan to refuse Mo Jianlis present.

Brother Mo, lets talk in the cabin of the ark. During this trip, I went to the Blood Sky Continent and learned many things. On top of that, I have two pieces of news, one good and one bad, to tell you, Han Li said as a serious look appeared on his face.

Mo Jianlis heart stirred slightly upon hearing this, and he nodded in response.

Thus, Han Li made an inviting hand gesture, and the trio made their way into the arks cabin.

As soon as the three of them took a seat, Mo Jianli asked, Can you disclose the two pieces of news you have for me now, Brother Han?

Of course. Which one would you like to listen to first? Han Li asked with a smile.

Ill go with the good news first so my mood isnt soured right away. No matter how terrible the bad news is, at least I can be happy about the good news before hearing the bad news, Mo Jianli replied with a wry smile.

Alright, the good news is that aside from rescuing Waner from the Small Spirit Sky, the other objective of my trip was to save a human fellow daoist who had been trapped on the Blood Sky Continent for many years. Not only has she been freed, she had also become a Grand Ascension Stage being, Han Li said with a smile.

Mo Jianli immediately rose to his feet with an ecstatic expression upon hearing this. What? So that means our human race has another Grand Ascension cultivator? Youre not playing a joke on me, are you?

Hehe, I wouldnt lie to you about something like this, Brother Mo. However, due to some reasons, including a need to consolidate her cultivation base, shell be staying on the Blood Sky Continent for a few more years before returning to our human race, Han Li replied.

Haha, our human race can certainly afford to wait a few more years for another Grand Ascension Stage being. May I ask the name of this fellow daoist? Is it someone Im familiar with? Mo Jianli asked.

Back when this fellow daoist left our human race, she was already at the Body Integration Stage. Her name is Ice Soul, Im sure you wouldve heard of her, Han Li replied.

Ah, Fairy Ice Soul, I do indeed have some recollection of her. I recall that shes also an ascended cultivator, and Fellow Daoist Ao and I once discussed her back when she reached the Body Integration Stage. I didnt think that she wouldve also progressed to the Grand Ascension Stage, Mo Jianli said as a reminiscent look flashed through his eyes.

Fellow Daoist Ice Soul shares some ties with me, and I was also quite surprised that she had reached the Grand Ascension Stage. In any case, this is fantastic news for our human race, Han Li said with a smile.

Indeed, our human race has never had more than two Grand Ascension cultivators among its ranks at once. On top of that, youre one of the most powerful Grand Ascension Stage beings in existence, and you can easily take on several other Grand Ascension cultivators on your own. It looks like its about time our human race expanded its territory, Mo Jianli said with an elated expression.

Im afraid this isnt a good time for territorial expansion, Han Li said as a grim look appeared on his face.

Mo Jianlis brows furrowed slightly upon hearing this. Oh? Why is that? With our current power, the nearby foreign races are no match for us, what concerns do you have, Brother Han?

This ties in with the piece of bad news I have, Han Li replied.

Mo Jianlis heart jolted slightly upon hearing this. Ah, I was too happy about the good news and forgot about the bad news. Is it something very serious?

Serious is an understatement, this is something that could easily result in our entire human race being erased, Han Li replied with a wry smile.

Mo jIanlis expression changed drastically upon hearing this. What? Its that severe? Whats going on?

I didnt witness this myself, but I was informed of everything by the He Lian Trade Guild, and back when I was leaving the Blood Sky Continent, the entire continent had been in a state of panic and chaos over this matter. Recently, what appears to be a true immortal arrived in our realm… Due to the severity of this matter, Han Li made no effort to conceal any details and gave Mo Jianli a comprehensive recount.

After a while, Han Li finally concluded his story. For now, I agreed to Ming Zuns proposal to form an alliance. If there really is a chance that we can defeat that true immortal, then Ill most likely have to get involved. Otherwise, if he seeks out our human race, our entire race will be in grave peril. Do you have any other ideas about this situation, Brother Mo?

Mo Jianli was already rooted to his seat, and only after a brief stunned silence did he reply, Its incredible to think that a true immortal has appeared in our Spirit Realm. This is an extremely serious matter, so please afford me some time to think before I give you a response, Brother Han.

Of course, take your time, Brother Mo. Waner, get someone to brew some spirit tea for us, Han Li said.

Ill brew some special tea from our Small Spirit Sky myself for Brother Mo, Nangong Wan replied in a gentle voice as she rose to her feet.

Han Li nodded in response, and thus, Nangong Wan extended a slight curtsey toward Mo Jianli before departing in an elegant manner.

Shortly thereafter, a flagon of elixir-like spirit tea was carried into the hall on a pristine white jade platter.

Nangong Wan poured a cup of tea each for Han Li and Mo Jianli, then returned to her seat with a smile.

At this moment, a thought finally seemed to have occurred to Mo Jianli, and he said, Brother Han, Ive identified an area of ambiguity, and I was wondering if the He Lian Trade Guild mentioned this to you.

What is it, Brother Mo? Han Li prompted.

Yang Deers expression changed drastically upon hearing this, while a flash of hope appeared in the giant sparrows despairing eyes, and it turned toward its former companion with a bloodthirsty expression. freewenovel.cm

After appraising one another for a short while, both of them let loose fierce roars, and Yang Deer swelled to over 100 times its original size, while a suit of earthy yellow armor that was riddled with sharp spikes appeared all over its body.

Meanwhile, the giant sparrow flapped its wings, and the grey spirit flames burning all over its body surged toward Yang Deer as a storm of fire.

Thus, a violent clash ensued, and Ma Liang looked on with a cold smile before vanishing into thin air along with the giant crimson seal beneath him.

In the next instant, Ma Liang appeared at a certain area of the Thunder Continent, and he was inspecting his surroundings while holding a trembling dark green vial in his hand.

The entire surrounding area was completely deserted, and after ascertaining this, a cold smile appeared on Ma Liangs face as he flew away as a streak of golden light.

Close to a day later, he descended onto an ordinary-looking mountain before tossing the small green vial in his hand forward.

The vial immediately tipped itself over to release a burst of light, from within which an imposing figure emerged.

This figure was none other than Yang Deer, but his body was riddled with wounds, and his suit of armor was also severely damaged.

As expected, you were the one who survived, Ma Liang said in an indifferent manner.

Yang Deer pays his respects to his master! The deer-headed beast immediately knelt down on one knee.

Youre very courageous and you know whats good for you. If you hadnt assisted me back there, it wouldnt have been so easy for me to escape from that predicament. Rest assured, you did everything I asked, so Ill compensate you as promised, Ill give you a True Soul Pill and take you to the True Immortal Realm. However, prior to that, you have to offer me part of your soul and sign a spirit servant contract first, Ill also take advantage of this opportunity to sever all of your ties with this realm, Ma Liang said in an expressionless manner.

Yes, Master. Yang Deer only hesitated for a brief moment before opening its mouth to release a ball of green light, within which was a tiny deer-headed beast.

How fortunate for you, once you sign the contract on this immortal spirit slip, youll no longer be affected by the power of this realm, and youll be able to ascend to the True Immortal Realm without any issues. In contrast, itll take me countless years to refine this treasure again, Ma Liang said before opening his mouth to release a radiant golden scroll.

Open up your soul and dont resist. Otherwise, I cant guarantee your safety, Ma Liang said as he made a hand seal before pointing a finger at the golden scroll.

In the next instant, countless golden seal text runes emerged from the scroll amid a burst of golden light, then surged into the ball of light and began to revolve around the miniature deer-headed beast.

Yang Deer let loose an involuntary low roar as it threw its hands onto its head with a pained expression. It was as if there were countless things burrowing their way into its soul, and it immediately understood the purpose of the golden scroll, as well as the content of the spirit servant contract.

Yang Deer carefully inspected the contract while enduring the agony, and it was quite pleased with the terms of the contract.

As a spirit servant, he would naturally be required to do Ma Liangs bidding, but in the face of some orders that would pose a threat to its life, it could refuse to follow the order at a certain cost. Furthermore, the contract wasnt permanent, and there were some enclosed conditions that could allow it to discharge the contract. All of those conditions were very rigorous, but they didnt seem to be impossible to fulfill.

Thus, after discovering that the terms of the contract were far more favorable than it had imagined, Yang Deer immediately opened up its own soul without any hesitation.

At the same time, the miniature beast within the ball of light ceased its resistance, allowing the golden seal text runes to surge into its body.

After that, Yang Deer shuddered before falling onto the ground in an unconscious state.

Ma Liang swept a sleeve through the air in an unhurried manner to withdraw the golden scroll, and the ball of light containing the tiny beast flew back into Yang Deers body.

After a long while, Yang Deer rose to its feet again in a shaky manner.

Its soul didnt appear to be any different from before, but it could sense an indescribable restrictive force intermingled within it, that was the contractual power of the golden scroll.

After heaving an internal sigh, Yang Deer knelt down and kowtowed to Ma Liang, who remained still on the spot, as if he hadnt moved this entire time.

Alright, seeing as the contract has been signed, its time for me to fulfill my end of the agreement.

As soon as his voice trailed off, a shimmering golden egg-sized bead appeared in front of Yang Deer amid a burst of spatial fluctuations.

The bead was radiating bright golden light, and there were wisps of white Qi revolving around it.

Furthermore, it was releasing a sandal-wood-like aroma, and just inhaling this scent immediately struck Yang Deers soul with a sense of indescribable comfort, as if it were drifting into the heavens, and Yang Deers eyes instantly lit up.

This is the True Soul Pill, you can take it now or take it after we return to the True Immortal Realm. If I were you, I would choose the latter option. This pill will significantly enhance your soul, but itll also make you rejected by the power of laws in this realm, thereby significantly restricting your powers, Ma Liang said.

Yang Deer hesitated momentarily before replying in a respectful manner, In that case, Ill save it for later. That way, Ill be able to better assist you here, Master.

Immediately thereafter, it opened its mouth to release a reddish-purple wooden box, which it carefully stowed the golden pill into.

Ma Liang nodded with a pleased expression upon seeing this, then instructed, Im going to be resting in a treasure for now, keep a lookout until I come out of seclusion.

Yang Deer faltered slightly upon hearing this before immediately giving an affirmative response.

Thus, Ma Liang rose up into the air as a ball of light before disappearing into the small green vial up above in a flash.

A burst of light swept over the surface of the small vial, and it suddenly plummeted from the heavens as if it had become impossibly heavy, plunging all the way down deep into the belly of the mountain before finally drawing to a halt.

Yang Deer immediately made a hand seal upon seeing this, and yellow light flashed over its body, upon which it also disappeared into the ground below.

Upon arriving beside the green vial, it quickly inspected its surroundings before taking a seat with its legs crossed.

The space inside the small vial was slightly ravaged from the battle that had just taken place within it, and Ma Liangs brows furrowed slightly upon seeing this.

He swept a sleeve through the air, and all of the traces of battle were instantly erased as if they had been nothing more than mere illusions.

Immediately thereafter, he raised a hand, and a rainbow cloud instantly came descending from above.

The cloud transformed into a shimmering futon that stopped near Ma Liang, and he sat down onto the futon before closing his eyes to inspect his own internal condition.

This is definitely not ideal. I was injured by the treasures detonated by those Jiao Chi beings, and those injuries were further exacerbated by the power of laws, it looks like I wont be able to recover without at least a few years of recuperation. Its a good thing that aside from that talisman, Master also bestowed that replica treasure upon me. The replica is nowhere near as effective as the actual treasure, but itll be able to shorten the required recovery time to less than a tenth of what it otherwise would be, Ma Liang murmured to himself as he slowly reopened his eyes.

After that, he made a hand seal before chanting an incantation, and the entire space shuddered slightly as a burst of green light appeared all around him, forming countless projections of spirit flowers and exotic plants that took up virtually every single inch of this entire space.

All of a sudden, the entire area was filled with thriving spiritual Qi, as if it had sprung to life.

At this moment, Ma Liangs hand seals and chanting ceased, and he made a grabbing motion, upon which a small green vial projection appeared in his grasp before being tossed upward.

Let there be rain! Ma Liang yelled as he pointed a finger upward while golden light flashed around his body.

Dark clouds quickly converged up above, and the vial projection immediately swelled to a diameter of over 1,000 feet before tipping itself over.

Green liquid surged out of the massive opening of the vial, then descended from above as a bout of rain.

As soon as this rain fell upon the flowers and plants in this space, they began to rapidly grow at a rate that was discernible even to the naked eye.

In the blink of an eye, massive flowers and plants had filled the entire space.

Furthermore, these plants had all become far more substantial, and they were giving off a strong medicinal aroma, as if they were actual medicinal plants rather than mere projections.

Ma Liang was completely unsurprised to see this, and he switched to a different hand seal, upon which wisps of azure Qi that were infused with medicinal aroma surged out of the surrounding plants and toward his body.

He inhaled the rich medicinal aroma, then slowly closed his eyes again with azure Qi all around him.

Only then did the giant vial projection up above fade into nothingness.

After that, a few more subjects were discussed before Han Li finally departed.

Moments later, a giant black ark flew away into the distance above the stone hall, and Han Li was standing at the front of the ark, looking into the distance with a contemplative expression.

The sound of footsteps rang out behind him, and Nangong Wan made his way over to him before asking in a gentle voice, Did Fellow Daoist Ming have something important to discuss with you?

Thats a long story, lets go back to the cabin, and Ill tell you about it there, Han Li replied as he turned around with a wry smile.

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Several months later, in a certain mysterious space, there were three giant beasts, each of which was biting tightly onto a purplish-golden chain with uneasy looks on their faces.

The other ends of the three chains were bound around a black-robed young man, and even though he seemed to have been immobilized by the chains, there was no fear in his eyes at all. Instead, he was appraising the three beasts around him with a mocking expression.

After a long while, the black-robed young man said in a completely emotionless voice, If the three of you subject to me now, my offer still stands, Ill spare your lives and take you as my spirit servants, then bring you to the True Immortal Realm with me once I finish what I came here to do. Otherwise, once the chains of laws unleash their backlash, the three of you will all perish.

Thats impossible! The backlash from these chains of laws should only target a true immortal like you, why would we be impacted as well? Even if were going to be affected, youll still be the one who suffers the brunt of the backlash, and the three of us will be able to survive without any issues, a deer-bear hybrid beast roared in an enraged voice.

Hehe, which idiot gave you this method to activate the chains of laws? You clearly dont know what youre doing, yet you dare to use this on me. If I hadnt reacted quickly enough and dragged you with me into this spatial treasure, we wouldve been sitting ducks. Now, we can only wait for the backlash from the power of laws. Mere true spirits like you cant even begin to comprehend how fearsome this power is, even a small portion of it will be enough to instantly reduce the three of you to nothingness. Youre already beginning to sense your true essence being slowly devoured by the chains of laws, right? My immortal body is far more powerful than yours, and I have several immortal treasures to protect me, so Ill be able to easily survive and recover from this, Ma Liang said with a derisive smile.

Nonsense! This method was bestowed upon us by the Golden Dragon King, how could it be incorrect? Dont think that you can sow dissension among us so easily. If what youre saying really is the truth, then you would just wait in silence, why would you tell us all of this? the deer-bear hybrid beast retorted.

If it werent for the fact that I have something that I need to do, I wouldnt be wasting any time with the three of you. So be it, Ill up the stakes, if youre willing to subject to me, not only will I take you to the True Immortal Realm, Ill grant you a True Soul Pill so you can attain the soul of a true immortal. However, this offer only stands for half a day, you wont be getting anything out of me once that time limit expires, Ma Liang said as a hint of impatience appeared in his eyes.

A True Soul Pill? The other two beasts hearts jolted upon hearing this, and a hint of greed surfaced in their eyes.

It was clear that this pill was extremely tempting to them.

Youll either perish here or be granted a True Soul Pill and be taken to the True Immortal Realm, the choice is yours. As for your contract with the Jiao Chi Race and all of your other ties with this realm, I can help you sever them. Im not going to say anything else from now on, Ma Liang said with a cold smile before closing his eyes, seemingly to meditate.

The three giant beasts exchanged a glance upon hearing this, and none of them said anything.

As time passed, the rate at which their true essence was being devoured by the chains of laws was steadily accelerating.

They had already unleashed countless types of abilities and secret techniques to try and stop this process, but that only made the situation worse, and they were truly beginning to panic now.

Once the backlash from the chains of laws truly arrived, their powers wouldve been whittled down significantly, and there was no chance that they could survive.

The expressions of the giant sparrow and the cow-headed beast were gradually becoming more and more hesitant.

The deer-headed beast could see the changes in the expressions of its companions, and it tugged violently on the chain in its mouth as it snarled, You two arent actually tempted by his offer, are you?

Of course not! True Soul Pills are indeed extremely precious, but theres no way Id become anyones servant! Having said that, the backlash from these chains of laws really isnt something to be ignored. After all, our lives on the line here, the cow-headed beast said in a hesitant manner.

Thats right. We forged an ancient contract with the Jiao Chi Race using the power of a Profound Heavenly Treasure, but we have no obligation to give our lives here, so we have to think carefully about this, the giant sparrow chimed in.

I understand, this is indeed something that we need to discuss carefully. However, before that, I have a suggestion that will be greatly beneficial to all of us, the deer-headed beast sighed in a resigned manner, then suddenly began to transmit its voice toward its two companions while slowly drifting toward the giant sparrow.

Stop! You can tell us what you want to say from over there, theres no need to come closer, the giant sparrow yelled as a cautious look appeared in its eyes.

The deer-headed beasts expression immediately darkened slightly upon hearing this. Do you not trust me, Fellow Daoist?

Hehe, of course I do, but at a time like this, I think its best for us to maintain some distance, what do you think, Brother Hoof Dragon? the sparrow chuckled as it turned toward the cow-headed beast.

Well… Weve known one another for a very long time, theres no need to… The cow-headed beast was making an attempt to mediate the situation, but its voice was abruptly cut off as a burst of enormous power surged out of the chain in its mouth, severely injuring its mouth in the process.

The cow-headed beast let loose an agonized howl, thereby releasing the purplish-golden chain, and when it hurriedly tried to bite onto the chain again, a mountainous crimson seal suddenly appeared above its head without any warning, then descended from above with countless golden and silver runes surging around it.

The cow-headed beast was extremely alarmed by this, and it was too late for it to evade, so it could only let loose a thunderous roar as its body swelled to several times its original size, following which it thrust its inky-black front hooves toward the giant crimson seal.

In the instant its hooves came into contact with the massive seal, they immediately exploded amid an earth-shattering boom, and its body and soul were all destroyed amid a flash of bright crimson light.

Right at this moment, Ma Liang appeared above the giant seal with a cold smile on his face amid a burst of spatial fluctuations.

At the same time, the black-robed young man that was being bound by the purplish-golden chains abruptly vanished.

Impossible! How did you break free from the chains of laws?! the giant sparrow screeched in a horrified manner upon seeing this, then hurriedly released the chain caught between its beak before flying back in retreat as a streak of grey light, only to be struck by the giant black-furred palm amid a dull thump.

The giant sparrow was caught completely off guard and was sent somersaulting through the air over 10 times before finally just barely managing to steady itself.

Meanwhile, the deer-headed beast was slowly withdrawing its palm with a sinister look on its face.

The giant sparrow shook its own head vigorously to shake off the dizziness from the unexpected blow before yelling, Yang Deer, have you gone insane? Wait, I get it now, you already surrendered to him and tampered with the chains of laws!

Its too late for you to make this realization now, the deer-headed beast said with a cold smile.

The giant sparrows heart immediately sank upon seeing this, and it slowly retreated in a panicked manner as it said in a frantic voice, Im willing to subject to you and become your spirit servant as long as you spare my life!

Its too late, I only have one True Soul Pill, and I can only take one person back to the True Immortal Realm with me. Yang Deer, seeing as youve subjected yourself to me, your first order will be to kill this companion of yours. If you fail to do so and are killed instead, then Ill have to give the True Immortal Pill to the victor. Dont worry about me changing my mind, I just so happen to be in need of a servant to run my errands for me, and only the most powerful one among the three of you deserves to become my servant, Ma Liang chuckled coldly.

Ming Zun nodded in response. Thats true, but have you heard about the latest news regarding that man from the Thunder Continent?

Han Lis expression changed slightly upon hearing this. The Thunder Continent? Could it be that hes done something there as well?

Indeed, he has. In fact, hes created an even bigger stir on the Thunder Continent than on the Blood Sky Continent, Ming Zun said with a dark expression before tossing a jade slip toward Han Li.

Han Li drew the jade slip into his own grasp, then immediately pressed it against his own forehead before injecting his spiritual sense into it.

Moments later, his expression darkened further as he removed the jade slip from his forehead. I didnt think that he would target the Jiao Chi Race. Whats the deal with his disappearance?

Its very simple: after battling those three ancient true spirits, he suddenly vanished from the Thunder Continent, and no one has been able to track him down, Ming Zun replied with a hint of concern in his eyes.

Han Li was instantly able to glean something from Ming Zuns expression, and he asked, Has your trade guild already discovered something? freewebnvel.co

Your wisdom is truly unmatched, Fellow Daoist. Indeed, following the conclusion of the battle, our guild sent out some people to investigate the battlefield, and there, they discovered very faint spatial fluctuations, as well as signs suggesting that the nearby space had been recently torn apart. Unfortunately, no further leads were unearthed, Ming Zun replied.

In that case, hes most likely not dead, hes merely gone into hiding using his spatial powers, Han Li mused.

Thats most likely the case, Ming Zun replied.

So what is your main concern, and why have you invited me here? Han Li asked.

Surely you already know the answer to those questions, Brother Han. That man has appeared on both the Blood Sky Continent and the Thunder Continent, so it wouldnt be strange for him to come to our Tian Yuan Continent next. As one of the most powerful beings in this entire Spirit Realm, arent you planning to get involved in this? Arent you concerned that this disaster could befall your human race someday? Even the Jiao Chi Race has been significantly debilitated by that man, if he sets his sights on the smaller races on our Tian Yuan Continent, then those races will truly be in danger of being wiped out, Ming Zun replied with a smile.

Hehe, there are so many races on the Tian Yuan Continent, why would that man just so happen to target a weak race like our human race? I think the larger races will attract his attention far more so than our human race, Han Li chuckled in response.

Through our analysis of the blood sacrifices that man has performed, weve discovered that he doesnt seem to have any clear targets, and any region with a large concentration of living beings could fall prey to him. Your human race isnt all that renowned, but thats only because it had been lacking a top-tier Grand Ascension Stage being in the past. In terms of absolute population and population density, your human race ranks quite high on the Tian Yuan Continent, are you sure that madman wont set his sights there? Ming Zun asked.

Han Lis smile completely faded upon hearing this. Are you threatening me?

Absolutely not, Im merely telling you the truth. Come to think of it, that man does seem to have some ties with you, so the probability that hell target the human race isnt as low as you think, Ming Zun said.

Han Li faltered slightly upon hearing this. What do you mean by that?

Do you recognize the two people on these portraits, Fellow Daoist Han? Ming Zun flipped a hand over as he spoke, producing a jade slip that released a burst of light at his behest.

Within the light was a pair of portraits depicting a man and a woman.

Han Lis eyes narrowed slightly upon seeing this.

Ming Zun was completely unsurprised by Han Lis reaction, and he said, Looks like you really do recognize these two people. Would you be able to tell me who they are?

I only recognize one of them. That woman is an Ice Phoenix, and shes not a human, but she does share some ties with me. How has she gotten involved in this matter, and who is that man? Han Li asked as he appraised the pair of portraits.

Im not sure who that man is, either, all I know is that hes most likely from the Tian Yuan Continent. Furthermore, according to our trade guilds investigation, his true form is a Six-winged Frost Centipede, and even among Grand Ascension Stage beings, he can be considered to be quite powerful. He and the Ice Phoenix seemed to have irked that madman somehow, and theyve been pursued all the way from the Blood Sky Continent to the Thunder Continent. I suspect the two of them may have even played a role in that mans decision to target the Jiao Chi Race, Ming Zun replied with a serious expression.

A hint of surprise appeared on Han Lis face upon hearing this. Hes a Six-winged Frost Centipede? And hes being pursued by that man?

Oh? Have you recalled who this man could be, Fellow Daoist? Ming Zun asked.

If Im not mistaken, this man seems to also be an acquaintance of mine, but I didnt think that he would become like this, Han Li replied in a contemplative manner.

So these two are both acquaintances of yours. In that case, your human race really is in grave peril. Once that madman learns about their ties with you, hell most likely pay your human race a visit, Ming Zun said.

Thats a slight exaggeration, but it does seem that I wont be able to remain uninvolved in this any longer. Where are the two of them right now? Are they still on the Thunder Continent? Han Li asked as his brows furrowed slightly.

According to our trade guilds investigation, they seemed to have disappeared not long after that pursuer vanished. Youre familiar with the two of you, where do you think they could go? Ming Zun asked.

Thats hard to say. They are acquaintances of mine, but I havent met them in many years, Han Li replied with a shake of his head.

Could they possibly return to the Tian Yuan Continent to find you? Ming Zun asked.

That is a possibility, and one that would be quite troublesome if it were to eventuate. By the way, how likely do you think it is that their pursuer is a true immortal? Han Li suddenly asked.

I think its virtually set in stone that hes a true immortal, Ming Zun replied after a brief moment of contemplation.

How are you so sure? Han Li asked as he stroked his own chin.

Its simple, that man has unleashed several types of secret techniques and abilities from the True Immortal Realm. That is something that I can vouch of as my ancestors were direct lineal descendants to true immortals. Some of the cultivation arts and secret techniques of the True Immortal Realm have been passed down to our realm, but there are some very detailed descriptions recorded, Ming Zun replied with a wry smile.

I see. In that case, that man must be a true immortal. Thats certainly not a piece of good news. Surely youre not expecting me to face a true immortal on my own, Han Li said.

Of course not, Fellow Daoist Han, I only want to unite everyone for the sake of our Tian Yuan Continent. Our Spirit Realm has already been out of contact with the True Immortal Realm for countless years, and we dont know what objective this true immortal has. If hes going to continue this killing spree, then we have to join forces and force him to leave or completely seal him away. Otherwise, well be picked off one by one eventually, Ming Zun said as a cold look flashed through his eyes.

The Blood Dao sects of the Blood Sky Continent have already tried to join forces, but they were all vanquished anyway, Han Li said.

Thats because they underestimated their opponent. Among the 14 Grand Ascension Stage beings they gathered, only a few of them can truly be considered to be quite formidable, so their defeat was inevitable. In contrast, Im recruiting all of the most powerful beings on our Tian Yuan Continent for this cause, and our trade guild will even summon some powerful true spirits to assist us, so our victory will be assured. Regardless of how powerful that true immortal is, theres no way he can contend with all of us with most of his power sealed away, Ming Zun replied.

Will you really be able to assemble such a formidable lineup? Who else has agreed to join this cause? Han Li asked.

Aside from yourself, most of the fellow daoists weve contacted have agreed to participate in this cause if that true immortal sets foot on our Tian Yun Continent. As for the rest of them, Im sure theyll eventually also agree after weighing up their options. After all, no one wants to see a true immortal doing as he pleases on this continent, Ming Zun replied.

In that case, Ill agree to your offer for now. However, if you cant find sufficient powerful beings to join this cause, then Ill immediately turn you down, Han Li said after mulling over the proposal.

Ming Zun was ecstatic to hear this, and he replied, Haha, rest assured, Brother Han, if I couldnt gather enough people, I wouldnt be willing to risk my own life, either. Take this transmission talisman, Ill inform you if I receive any news about that true immortal.

He raised a hand as he spoke, releasing a silver talisman out of his sleeve, which was drawn into Han Lis grasp before being stowed away.

Thats not all that surprising. Do you really think he wouldve failed to see through the fact that we had possessed this pair of Jiao Chi beings? He was simply looking for an excuse to perform a blood sacrifice anyway, so hes going along with our plan for now. With his powers as a true immortal, theres no way an ordinary Grand Ascension Stage being wouldve been able to pose any resistance to him, the male Jiao Chi being replied with a cold smile.

Thats true. Whats most unexpected to me is that you know such a profound possession secret technique that can temporarily shake off that mans surveillance. If we had used this secret technique earlier, we wouldnt have been reduced to such a sorry state, the female Jiao Chi being said.

You dont know anything. This secret technique is different from normal possession techniques as it involves completely planting ones soul into another physical body. Its extremely dangerous to use, and the success rate for me is only around 70%. On top of that, once this secret technique is unleashed, my original body will have to go into hibernation. During that time, itll be carried by the newly possessed body, and in this new body, my powers will be severely restricted. As such, I wouldnt take such a huge risk by resorting to this technique if I had any other choice.

As for why it was able to shake off that mans surveillance, I presume thats because this is also a secret technique from the True Immortal Realm. This is something that I didnt anticipate, I had prepared another course of action to shake him off, but that wont be necessary now, the male Jiao Chi being explained.

These two were none other than the Six-winged Frost Centipede and the Ice Phoenix, who had possessed a pair of Jiao Chi beings and temporarily shaken Ma Liang off their trail.

The Ice Phoenix was rather taken aback to hear this. How did you come into possession of this immortal secret technique?

Back in the primordial world, I stumbled upon the cave abode of a foreign being and found a page of the Golden Jade Tome that contained this secret technique. Unfortunately, the complete secret technique can only be unleashed by a true immortal, this possession technique is actually only a small part of it, and it was the only part I could cultivate. Also, this possession can only last half a day before were forced to return to our original bodies. Otherwise, there would be a decent chance that we could just get away like this, the Six-winged Frost Centipede replied in a slightly forlorn manner.

So be it, its already a pleasant surprise that you know this immortal secret technique that can temporarily shake that man off our trail. All we have to do is make it to another major city of the Jiao Chi Race while this secret technique is still in effect. Im sure the Grand Ascension Stage beings of the Jiao Chi Race wouldnt just allow that man to do as he pleases. As long as they can stall that madman for a while longer, well be able to find another super teleportation formation and return to the Tian Yuan Continent.

Once that happens, itll be very difficult for him to track us down again unless he immediately follows us into the formation. If worse comes to worst, we can go and find Fellow Daoist Han. Brother Han was able to slay even the Stemborer Queen in the past, perhaps with his powers, hell have a way to undo remove the tracking marks planted in our bodies, the Ice Phoenix said.

The Six-winged Frost Centipede immediately flared up with rage upon hearing this. Theres no way I would turn to Han Li! I would sooner die!

Hmph, given how much youve enraged that madman, if we get captured, well most likely suffer a fate even worse than death, the Ice Phoenix countered in a cold voice.

Well discuss this matter when we need to. Perhaps well be able to completely shake off that madman once we return to the Tian Yuan Continent, the Six-winged Frost Centipede said as he reverted back to a calm expression.

Alright, in that case, well take things one step at a time. Lets focus on getting to the next major city for now. I can already sense that this body of mine wont be able to last much longer, that madman is going to be able to track us down again very soon, the Ice Phoenix replied.

Thus, the two of them sped onward as a pair of balls of light.

……

Half a month later, Ma Liang was just preparing to perform a blood sacrifice in another major city of the Jiao Chi Race when he was ambushed by six Grand Ascension Stage Jiao Chi beings.

Ma Liang had already slaughtered countless Jiao Chi beings, including two Grand Ascension Stage elders, so these Grand Ascension Stage beings naturally had no intention of trying to settle this peacefully.

Instead, as soon as they appeared, they immediately activated an extremely powerful restriction.

On this occasion, Ma Liang didnt use that talisman to remove the chains of laws within his body. Instead, he engaged the six Grand Ascension Stage beings in a fierce battle with his handicapped powers.

All six of these Grand Ascension Stage Jiao Chi beings were far more powerful than the average Grand Ascension Stage being, and with this restriction to assist them, they could virtually dominate the entire Thunder Continent.

However, even though Ma Liangs powers were severely restricted, he was able to match them with his immortal secret techniques and treasures from the True Immortal Realm.

Thus, the two sides were evenly matched, and the battle only became more and more intense.

In the end, the battle lasted close to a day, and it concluded with the deaths of four of the Grand Ascension Stage Jiao Chi beings, while the other two fled with severe injuries.

However, at the final juncture, the Grand Ascension Stage Jiao Chi beings had detonated several incomplete Profound Heavenly Treasures, catching Ma Liang by surprise and injuring him in the process.

In a fit of fury, Ma Liang sacrificed three more major cities of the Jiao Chi Race.

In this situation, what remained of the higher-ups of the Jiao Chi Race were forced to summon three true spirits from another space using an ancient contract.

These three true spirits, namely the Hoof Dragon, the Grand Sparrow, and the Yang Deer, had been worshipped by the Jiao Chi Race since ancient times, and they engaged Ma Liang in another epic battle.

This battle lasted for three days, and the entire region within a radius of hundreds of thousands of kilometers was affected.

Once the battle concluded, the nearby Jiao Chi beings immediately rushed over, only to find that the three true spirits and Ma Liang had all disappeared.

The Jiao Chi Race attempted to use various secret techniques to contact the three true spirits, all to no avail, and thus, they were left at a loss for what to do.

At this point, Ma Liangs egregious actions on the Blood Sky Continent finally reached the ears of the people on the Thunder Continent, and everyone was plunged into a state of perpetual fear given that Ma Liang had disappeared and was potentially still out there somewhere.

As for the Six-winged Frost Centipede and the Ice Phoenix, they were naturally ecstatic to hear about Ma Liangs disappearance, and they immediately implemented their plan.

Over a month later, the two of them entered the territory of another major race, then gained access to their super teleportation formation in exchange for some compensation, thereby allowing them to return to the Tian Yuan Continent.

……

Meanwhile, Han Li and the others had also appeared in a giant teleportation formation in a certain corner of the Tian Yuan Continent.

The formation was situated in a large hall with several tens of guards nearby, and they seemed to have expected the arrival of Han Li and his entourage.

The leader of the guards immediately stepped forward in a respectful manner, and said, Ive been instructed to come here and meet you, Senior Han. Master Ming Zun has already been waiting for a long time, and he would like to meet you.

I certainly cant refuse an invitation from Fellow Daoist Ming Zun, go ahead and lead the way. Waner, you can take a rest here for now, Han Li said.

Dont worry about us, well look after ourselves, Nangong Wan replied in a reassuring manner.

Thus, Nangong Wan and the others exited the teleportation formation and sat down to meditate outside the hall.

Meanwhile, Han Li was being led by the guard toward a stone cabin situated in a nearby lush forest.

Before Han Li had even arrived at the stone cabin, the door was opened on its own, and Ming Zuns voice rang out from inside. Youre finally here, Fellow Daoist Han. Please come in, Ive been waiting for you for quite some time now.

Sorry to keep you waiting, Fellow Daoist, Han Li said as he strode into the stone cabin.

The interior of the cabin was very sparsely furnished, with only a yellow wooden table and several sandalwood chairs.

A red-haired elderly man was seated on one of the chairs, inspecting a white jade slip in his hand.

Please take a seat, Fellow Daoist Han, and do forgive me for telling Bi Ying about you, Ming Zun said with a smile as he cast his gaze toward Han Li.

Its alright. In any case, Fellow Daoist Bi Ying has already passed away, so theres no need to discuss something like this, Han Li said with a shake of his head, then sat down across from Ming Zun.

Never did I think that Bi Ying would go to the other side ahead of me. Our trade guild has most likely already withdrawn its force significantly on the Blood Sky Continent, Ming Zun sighed.

That is indeed the case, but with several elders managing the trade guild together, Im sure nothing will go wrong, it was all thanks to those elders that I was able to return to the Tian Yuan Continent so quickly, Han Li replied.

I certainly hope thats the case. How much do you know about the culprit behind the blood sacrifices, Fellow Daoist Han? Ming Zun asked with a serious expression.

The elders of your trade guild havent provided me with a lot of information, but what I do know is that hes definitely not inferior in power to the likes of the Stemborer Queen, Han Li replied with a grim expression.

These two were none other than the Six-winged Frost Centipede and the Ice Phoenix, who had been pursued all the way onto the Thunder Continent by Ma Liang.

Weve most likely truly enraged him by luring him into that trap set by the Blood Dao sects on the Blood Sky Continent. In any case, theres no point in talking about that now. Do you have any other ways to shake off that man? It wont be long before he catches up to us again, the Ice Phoenix replied.

If I did, do you think I wouldve persisted with this method for so long? Hehe, looks like were a pair of tragic lovebirds, the Six-winged Frost Centipede chuckled.

Ptui! Who wants to be lovebirds with you? Sit down, Ill use a secret technique to assist you, the Ice Phoenix instructed.

The Six-winged Frost Centipede faltered slightly upon hearing this. What could you possibly do to help me?

My cultivation base may be far inferior to yours, but Im still a descendant of the Five-colored Heavenly Phoenix, and I possess some innate secret techniques that are beyond your imagination, the Ice Phoenix replied in a proud manner.

The Six-winged Frost Centipedes expression changed slightly upon hearing this, and he said, In that case, I guess it couldnt hurt to try.

After that, he sat down in the crater with his legs crossed and closed his eyes without any hesitation.

The Ice Phoenix heaved a faint sigh before appearing behind him and also taking a seat. She then opened her mouth to expel a cloud of white glacial Qi that was flashing incessantly, and there was a thumb-sized five-colored bead within the cloud.

Immediately thereafter, she made a hand seal, and a massive Ice Phoenix projection emerged behind her.

The projection let loose a clear cry, then spread its wings to release countless threads of translucent light, all of which vanished into the bead in a flash.

All of a sudden, layers of extremely rich energy began to appear around the bead, and the energy was so dense that it had attained a virtually viscous liquid state.

The Ice Phoenix gritted her teeth as she pointed a finger at the bead, and it immediately vanished into the Six-winged Frost Centipedes back in a flash.

After that, the Ice Phoenix began to chant an incantation while making a rapid string of hand seals, and a layer of translucent light began to emanate from her body. At the same time, her face gradually took on a translucent quality, presenting a very peculiar sight to behold.

The Six-winged Frost Centipede currently felt as if there were countless wisps of glacial energy flowing from a certain point on his back into all of his meridians, then converged toward his dantian.

At the center of his dantian was a very exhausted Nascent Soul, but it was immediately reinvigorated and burst into celebration upon receiving this influx of energy.

This is your essential power! Youre able to inject your essence directly into me! The Six-winged Frost Centipedes eyes immediately sprang open with surprise and elation.

Its all thanks to the fact that were both glacial beings and our essential abilities are quite similar. Otherwise, even if I were willing to offer you my essential power, I wouldnt be able to do so, the Ice Phoenix replied in an expressionless manner.

With the injection of your essential power, Ill be able to unleash my secret technique to continue in our escape. However, your cultivation base is quite lackluster, so you wont be able to do this many more times, we have to think of another way to shake off that bastard, the Six-winged Frost Centipede said as a cold light flashed through his eyes.

The Ice Phoenixs expression changed slightly upon hearing this. Have you thought of something?

I had devised a plan to divert the enemy, but he was pursuing us too closely, so I never had a chance to implement it. However, now that youve bought me some time with this influx of essential power, theres a chance well be able to do it, the Six-winged Frost Centipede revealed.

Then what are you waiting for? Hurry up and recover your energy so we can implement the plan, the Ice Phoenix urged.

Hehe, thats precisely what I was planning to do. Once I recover somewhat, well travel to the nearest city with a teleportation formation, then get to the territory of the Jiao Chi Race as soon as possible. Ive heard that the Jiao Chi Race is one of the premier superpowers on the Thunder Continent with many Grand Ascension Stage beings among its ranks, they should have a decent chance of stalling that madman, the Six-winged Frost Centipede replied.

……

A month later, one of the main cities of the Jiao Chi Race, Spirit Cap City, was completely inundated by a boundless river of blood.

Countless Jiao Chi beings were struggling and wailing desperately, but all to no avail, and they could only look on helplessly as their blood and flesh slowly disintegrated to fuse as one with the river of blood.

In the air above the river hovered a black-robed young man, and the bodies of hundreds of high-grade Jiao Chi beings were hovering beside him.

One of the bodies had had the top of its head opened up, and its cranial cavity was completely empty.

All of a sudden, a rumbling thunderclap rang out in the distant sky, and a green cloud appeared before rushing over as a sea of mist.

The black-robed young mans expression remained completely unchanged as he cast his gaze toward the sea of mist.

In the blink of an eye, the sea of green mist reached the river of blood, then transformed into a giant green devil that was over 10,000 feet tall with a single straight horn on its head, green devilish eyes all over its body, and a shimmering golden pagoda in its hand.

How dare you perform a Blood Sacrifice in Spirit Cap City? Do you not fear the dire consequences of your actions? And where is Fellow Daoist Tian Xiang? Why is he allowing you to do this? the green devil roared with an enraged look in its thousands of devilish eyes.

Tian Xiang? Are you talking about this piece of trash here who detonated his own nascent soul? the young man asked as he pointed at the body with the empty cranial cavity.

Thats impossible! Fellow Daoist Tian Xiangs powers are second to none, and he has the formation of Spirit Cap City to assist him, how could he have suffered such a gruesome fate? the green devil roared in an alarmed and enraged voice.

Theres no need to be so surprised. If you dont hand over the two people Im looking for, youll also end up like him, the young man said, and his expression suggested that the green devil was already as good as dead in his eyes.

The green devils expression changed slightly upon hearing this. Which two people are you looking for?

These two, have you seen them? The young man swept a sleeve through the air as he spoke, releasing a scroll that slowly unfurled itself, revealing a pair of extremely life-like portraits of the Six-winged Frost Centipede and the Ice Phoenix.

They dont look like beings of our Jiao Chi Race, how could I have possibly seen them before? How are they related to you, and why are you searching for them in our race? the green devil asked.

Im not very happy with that answer. Also, Im the one asking questions here, not you. Ill give you three days to find these two people. If you cant do that, then Ill sacrifice your entire Jiao Chi Race city by city, the young man said in an unhurried manner as he pointed a finger at the scroll to withdraw it up his own sleeve again.

The green devil was enraged to the point of bursting into laughter upon hearing this. You want to sacrifice our entire race? Haha, never have I heard something so insolent before. I can tell you now that not only do I not know these two people, even if I did, theres no way I would hand them over to you.

In that case, you can stay here and become a part of my blood sacrifice, the young man said a hint of mockery appeared on his face.

As soon as his voice trailed off, a rumbling boom rang out within the river of blood down below, and around a dozen crimson chains shot out before hurtling directly toward the green devil.

In retaliation, the green devil let loose a thunderous roar and hurled his golden pagoda through the air.

The pagoda swelled to countless times its original size mid-flight before crashing down toward the young man, and at the same time, countless threads of green light erupted out of the devilish eyes all over its body to oppose the oncoming crimson chains.

Thus, a ferocious battle ensued above the river of blood, but it didnt last very long.

An earth-shattering boom rang out as all of the green mist was scattered by some type of invisible power.

The green devil was already nowhere to be seen, and in its place was a pile of countless shattered green crystals.

As for the young man, a ball of green light had appeared in his hand, and within the ball of light was a Nascent Soul that was struggling frantically in a horrified manner, but was unable to escape.

A cold smile appeared on the young mans face as he appraised the Nascent Soul, and he thrust a finger into the ball of light, striking the Nascent Souls head with unerring accuracy.

The Nascent Soul immediately let loose an anguished howl and fell completely still.

Only after a full 15 minutes had passed by did the young man withdraw his finger from the ball of light, then tossed it down into the river of blood below.

In the next instant, a buzzing sound rang out from the river of blood, and it began to surge toward a certain direction.

……

Meanwhile, a pair of ordinary-looking Jiao Chi beings were situated countless kilometers away, fleeing as quickly as they could toward another major city of the Jiao Chi Race.

The duo was comprised of a man and a woman, and the latter sighed, I didnt think this method would be so effective. Who wouldve thought that that madman would immediately sacrifice the entire Spirit Cap City upon his arrival? Even the Grand Ascension Stage Jiao Chi being guarding the city had his Nascent Soul torn out and destroyed.