Everlasting Renown Chapter 118: Li Hao No Longer Exists (Part 1) - Novel Cool

Chapter 118: Li Hao No Longer Exists (Part 1)

Chapter 118: Li Hao No Longer Exists (Double Chapter Guarantee) (Part 1)

Li Tiangang and the others all thought that Li Hao had managed to survive the assassination attempt because his elders, like Li Muxiu, had secretly protected him.

They never imagined that Li Hao had actually resolved the crisis on his own?

But, at six years old?

Ordinary children only begin cultivation at six, yet Li Hao could effortlessly kill a Zhou Tian Realm assassin on his own?

After all, an assassin's sudden attack can be fatal, even for someone of the same realm.

This means that Li Hao, at the tender age of six, already possessed the strength to handle a Zhou Tian Realm opponent!

But... he was only six!

The group all stared at Li Hao in astonishment, their minds wandering. They had repeatedly overestimated this child's cultivation talent, but it seemed they had still vastly underestimated him.

Even the Holy Son of Qian Dao Palace would likely feel inferior to the extent of his talent!

Li Tiangang fell into a brief silence. Although he did not like Li Hao's character, he had to admit that the boy's talent was top-notch.

Li Fu suddenly remembered something and said to Li Hao, "Young Master Hao, when you went to Cangyu City on the mission, I secretly protected you. Those two Jiaolong Great Demons on the way..."

"I killed them myself."

Li Hao replied calmly.

Li Fu's pupils constricted, and he was inwardly shocked. During his return, he had even gone to the Snowfall Hall to thank Gao Qingqing, who had looked puzzled at the time. He had been bewildered himself, but now he understood the issue.

He had thought he was protecting Li Hao, but it turned out Li Hao had been protecting him!

Li Fu felt a mix of sighs and guilt. He should have realized earlier that Li Hao, who had exposed his Fifteenth Li Realm cultivation in Cangyu City and single-handedly slain a group of monsters, wouldn't need anyone's help to deal with those two Great Demons.

"Is that so?"

Li Tiangang frowned, looking at Li Fu.

Li Fu quickly recounted the events, and Li Tiangang's eyes flashed with cold light. "Those monsters, in their dying moments, still dared to make a last stand. The Holy Palace had already planned to retreat, yet they still tried to make one final push. Ridiculous!"

"So, Hao Ge went to slay the Great Demons back then."

Li Yuanzhao recalled the incident at the tea stall and was momentarily stunned.

While they had been leisurely drinking tea and eating snacks, Li Hao had quietly gone to slay two Jiaolongs.

Old Zhao's gaze was complex. "So, if it weren't for Young Master's own toughness and strength, those assassination attempts... he would have died."

Hearing Old Zhao's words, Li Fu's expression changed, and Li Tiangang's eyes narrowed, his face darkening.

Originally, sending the Divine Wanderer Realm warrior Li Fu back should have been sufficient protection in most cases.

Who would have thought that the Demon Race would be so ruthless?

To send a Zhou Tian Realm assassin to kill a six-year-old child, rather than a Force Mastery assassin, giving him no chance.

Now, they had even sent two Jiaolongs to assassinate him, taking every precaution to ensure success.

Yet, Li Hao had managed to resolve the situation on his own.

Li Tiangang took a deep breath and said to Li Hao, "I admit I was negligent in protecting you. I didn't expect the Demon Race to be so ruthless. I thought you were safe within the Divine General Manor, with guards and other madams looking after you, and the manor's protective arrays in place. Monsters couldn't possibly get close. I never thought you would be in such danger."

Li Hao remained calm and said, "It wasn't just danger; it was certain death."

Li Tiangang's eyebrows furrowed, and he said angrily, "Are you blaming me? What do you mean by certain death? You didn't die, did you?"

"Rubbish!"

Li Muxiu couldn't help but shout, "How dare you speak like that, cursing Li Hao to die?!"

Despite Li Hao's composed demeanor, he couldn't help but look at him when he heard those words.

Seeing Li Tiangang's angry face, he felt a sense of weariness and said coolly,

"What does it matter to you that I didn't die? It's because I have a strong fate, because I am strong enough!"

If not for his transmigration to this world and the assistance of the panel, Li Hao knew he would have been certain to die.

Although the panel issue prevented him from cultivating normally, his realm advancement speed was still impressive.

After all, over the years, he had dedicated himself to gaining experience and enhancing the panel. What seemed like entertainment was, in fact, a means to accelerate his growth. The more he played, the faster he improved.

If we consider the normal situation for Li Family descendants, even the worst Main Lineage talent could still reach the Seventh Rank Battle Body with sufficient resources.

And the most exceptional talent, like Uncle Ninth Li Junye, was a thousand-year first.

But what did that mean?

Even Uncle Ninth, at six years old, had just begun cultivation and couldn't match a Zhou Tian Realm opponent!

Facing Li Muxiu's roar, Li Tiangang slightly restrained his anger and said coldly,

"Do you really think you are strong enough? Do you think you resolved the situation on your own? How laughable!"

"You even concealed your cultivation progress from me. I don't know who taught you!"

As he said this, his eyes didn't directly meet Li Muxiu's, but Li Muxiu's old face turned red with anger. The implications were clear, didn't need to be spelled out, did they?

But when Li Hao was six, he didn't even know this kid!

"You are so self-righteous, so self-proclaimed smart, yet you are truly foolish!"

"If you had shown your talent earlier, without hiding it, I would have sent Yu Xuan back to protect you long ago!"

Li Tiangang said coldly, "In that case, whether you were assassinated at six or during your mission to Cangyu City, Yu Xuan, as a Heavenly Being Grandmaster, could have protected you!"

"Furthermore, if you had shown your talent, you wouldn't have ended up at Tan Palace. You would have been apprenticed to a great master and could have accumulated connections, perhaps even becoming a direct disciple of a major power!"

"Now, however, you wander freely, acting as you please. I wonder how you caught the emperor's eye this time. If not for Emperor Yu's imperial edict, you would have lost just on connections alone, and that would have been a real embarrassment!"

"As a world-class genius, if your talent is first-rate but your connections are inferior to Li Qianfeng's, what will people think? That you are too arrogant? Too reclusive?"

Li Hao's eyes narrowed, and he said coldly, "What others think, what does it matter to me?"

"Besides, if I had shown my talent, do you think the Demon Race would have sent just a Zhou Tian Realm assassin? If they knew Yu Xuan was protecting me, wouldn't they send an Immortal Realm assassin?"

"Given my cultivation progress, even sending an Immortal Realm assassin wouldn't be excessive, would it?"

Li Tiangang was slightly stunned, his expression changing. Indeed, in terms of talent, Li Hao was right.

The Demon Race's fanaticism knew no bounds.

Moreover, they had sent a Zhou Tian Realm assassin to deal with a six-year-old waste of a child. If they had known about Li Hao's extraordinary talent, the first assassination attempt might have been from a Tianren Realm or even an Immortal Realm assassin!

If an Immortal Realm assassin were to act, unless the Li Family's elders secretly protected him, success would be almost guaranteed!

"True Dragon competition, connections are just a minor detail. What's there to worry about? With Li Hao's talent, a simple call, and which prestigious family wouldn't come to visit?"

Li Muxiu interjected, "Besides, Li Hao has the emperor's favor. Why would he need other connections? How come Qianfeng, that child, hasn't caught the emperor's eye?"

Li Tiangang glanced at him. He understood the logic, but he felt Li Hao wasn't making the most of his talent, acting too carefree.

Having talent shouldn't be squandered like this!

"The assassination issue, you do have a point, but as a noble family, this is a fate every Li Family child must face."

Li Tiangang said sternly, "Not just you, every Li Family child has faced assassination. Ask your second uncle, the Demon Race views us as thorns in their side. I've heard that some children of the older generation died as infants, and sometimes, when playing on the streets, they were ambushed by the Demon Race hidden in the crowd!"

"To have survived until now, you are already fortunate."

Li Hao's face was expressionless as he said, "Being born into the Li Family, what a blessing that was."

"Is this the level of awareness you have as a Li Family child?" Li Tiangang said coldly.

Li Hao felt like laughing, but looking at the other man's face, he couldn't bring himself to. He said calmly:

"The reason I say this is not to blame or complain, nor to seek sympathy from you."

"I just want to say that your son is truly dead, and from now on, I am no longer part of the Li Family. Please step aside and don't block my path!"

"What attitude is this!"

Li Tiangang's eyes flashed with anger as he roared, "At your young age, you've learned nothing but to run away from home?!"

"Run away?"

Li Hao sneered, "This place is not my home. I am just a tenant, living here for fourteen years. The food, drink, and living expenses I've used over these fourteen years, I will repay you!"

Li Muxiu glared at Li Tiangang but couldn't scold him now. He looked at Li Hao with a pained expression and said, "Li Hao, don't act rashly. If you don't like staying in the Mountain and River Courtyard, you can live with my master in the Rain Listening Pavilion."

"There, no one will bother you, no one will manage you!"

"With my master there, you won't suffer any more injustices."

Li Tiangang angrily said, "The Rain Listening Pavilion is also part of the Li Family, and the cultivation techniques within are all collected by our ancestors. Even without relying on elixirs, could he have learned these skills without the cultivation techniques?"

"Li Tiangang!!"

Li Muxiu suddenly roared, bellowing, "Do you really want to drive Li Hao away, to the point of death?!"

Li Tiangang was momentarily stunned by his outburst but did not back down, his anger flaring as he retorted, "Second Uncle, don't indulge him anymore. Does he really think his abilities are all his own?"

"The blood in his veins is from Qing Qing and me!"

"Without Qing Qing and me, could he have such monstrous, beyond-normal talent?!"

"Without the Li Family's vast collection of cultivation techniques, could he have these abilities?!"

"If he didn't bear the Li name, would Emperor Yu even care or value a mere mortal like him?!"

As he spoke, his voice grew louder and more furious, "All his glory and brilliance are because he bears the Li name!!"

"You, you are completely unreasonable!"

Li Muxiu was so angry he couldn't speak. He had never been spoken to this way by the boy he once knew.

Over the years, Li Tiangang had slain countless demons on the Frontier, transitioning from a young man to a middle-aged one, his temper also not as volatile as before.

"Uncle!"

Bian Ruxue and Li Yuanzhao both had somber expressions, their faces filled with worry as they looked at Li Tiangang. However, the overwhelming aura and authority he exuded made them hesitate to speak, fearing his wrath.

That godlike authority made them tremble involuntarily.

Facing the enraged Li Tiangang, Li Hao's face remained unusually calm, his eyes cold and distant. He spoke slowly, "You are right. That's why I said before, I won't bear the Li name anymore, and I won't be part of the Li Family."

"Today, either you step aside, or you kill me!"

"Do you think I won't dare?!"

Li Tiangang shouted in anger.

Li Hao's aura flared, his eyes sharp, "Then come and try."

"Tian Gang, that's enough!"

Li Muxiu's face flushed with rage, his eyes blazing with a terrifying light, "Don't force me to break the Heart Oath. If I do, I'll cripple you today!"

Li Tiangang's face paled slightly. He knew he couldn't resist Li Muxiu's strength, but he hadn't expected such staunch support for Li Hao, which fueled his resentment.

If not for these elders, he could have properly disciplined Li Hao and reformed his wayward behavior.

"Li Hao is what he is today because of you all!" Li Tiangang ground out through clenched teeth.

Li Muxiu retorted, "Fine, fine, you blame me too!"

Li Hao shook his head, "Second Uncle, don't say anything more. I'm leaving. Farewell, everyone."

With that, he started walking forward.

Li Tiangang's face twisted in anger, and he emitted a powerful aura.

But Li Hao ignored it, calmly stepping past him.

Li Tiangang raised his hand, but looking at the young man's calm, cold expression, he felt a sudden pain in his heart and gritted his teeth, "You'll regret this!"

Li Hao didn't respond, only the corner of his mouth twitched slightly.

Regret?

He would never, even in death!

"Li Hao!"

Li Muxiu's eyes were filled with intense anger and disappointment. He glanced at Li Tiangang, then rushed to Li Hao, blocking his path.

"Li Hao, don't be impulsive, Second Uncle I..."

"Second Uncle, let me go", Li Hao said, his voice calm and composed.

Looking into the young man's eyes, Li Muxiu's heart ached, and the words died in his throat.

Li Hao walked past him.

...

...

Outside the Divine General Manor.

Besides the usual onlookers from Qingzhou City who had gathered to watch, the street outside the manor was now filled with a large group of figures, all radiating formidable auras. They wore various clothing, seemingly from different regions, but they shared one identity: disciples of Tan Palace Academy's White Hall.

Those who could enter the top-tier White Hall of this first-rate academy in the Nineteen Provinces were all exceptional talents, even if they didn't match the elite heirs of the most prestigious families.

At this moment, they were not in their academy uniforms but in their regular attire.

"We seek an audience with Young Master Li Hao!"

"We've heard of Young Master Li Hao's extraordinary talent and have come to pay our respects!"

"Please allow us to meet him within the manor!"

The group outside the manor repeatedly called out, their voices clear and loud.

The intense conflict between father and son at the Divine General Manor had alarmed the entire city, and they had naturally heard about it. Over the past two days, rumors had spread widely, and upon learning that Li Hao had been disciplined by his father, they rushed to plead for his release.

What they called a visit was, in reality, a plea for his well-being.

The gathering of so many prodigies outside the manor attracted a large crowd, and the buzz of their conversation reached the inner courtyards of the manor.

Chen Hefang, seated in Qinglian Courtyard, heard the news and, supported by her elderly maid, walked out with her cane.

The old lady's appearance prompted the other madams from various courtyards to rush over to investigate.

Thus, the manor was filled with people, both inside and out.

"That's Young Master of the Yu Family from Qizhou."

"That's Miss Zhao from Youzhou!"

"The Bai Family from Qingzhou has also arrived."

"Isn't that General Zhou's son?"

Someone in the crowd recognized the identities of these geniuses, and the various madams within the manor, who were well-versed in such matters, identified them from their attire, the patterns on their sleeves, and the carvings on their jade pendants.

Though the backgrounds of these geniuses might not be as illustrious as the Divine General Manor, most of them came from prominent families in their respective states.

Now, they had all come to seek out Li Hao.

At the banquet where Li Hao vied for the True Dragon, there hadn't been this many people.

"Could it be that these guys heard some rumors and came to plead on Li Hao's behalf?" Gao Qingqing said suspiciously.

Liu Yuerong's eyes darkened. In the past two days, Li Tiangang had already submitted the review process, and to avoid any conflict of interest, he had specifically entrusted the Vice Minister of the Criminal Department to lead the investigation team, which was on its way here.

This journey should have been completed by now, but the Vice Minister of the Criminal Department was hesitant to rush, given her status as a national madam.

After all, this matter involved the Divine General Manor, a hot potato, and the Vice Minister of the Criminal Department had likely received numerous letters from the Liu Family's civil officials, leaving him in a difficult position.

"Li Hao has actually made so many friends. Why didn't they come earlier?"

"Could it be they didn't know him before?"

Everyone was surprised, but this possibility seemed very low. After all, Li Hao's talent had already been evident and renowned in Qingzhou. If they wanted to curry favor, they should have done so at the True Dragon Banquet, not now, after the father-son battle, when Li Hao's reputation had plummeted.

He had faced a lot of criticism.

After all, fighting one's father was a breach of filial piety, both in ancient and modern times.

Yet, these people had come at this moment.

Chen Hefang, leaning on her cane, remained silent, but her eyes showed a hint of sadness. She could see that these young talents were mostly genuine friends of the boy.

Compared to connections formed for personal gain, this genuine friendship was truly precious!

At that moment, two figures suddenly descended from the sky and landed directly at the manor's gate.

Looking at the magnificent and imposing Divine General Manor, Song Yufeng and Song Qiumo both narrowed their eyes.

Then, they saw the gathered disciples of Tan Palace Academy, and Song Qiumo glanced at Song Yufeng.

Song Yufeng smiled wryly and said, "These guys are really causing me trouble, but at least they didn't wear the Tan Palace Academy uniform, so they're being considerate."

At that moment, these geniuses were dressed in their own clothes, and some had even deliberately worn jade pendants symbolizing their family status. This made him feel both relieved and amused.

Song Qiumo gave him a sidelong glance and then focused her gaze on the manor. A deep blue light flickered in her eyes, and in her vision, the walls of the grand Divine General Manor were covered with divine light-infused runes.

These runes had several types, and one of them was specifically designed to target the Demon Race.

If she were to step inside rashly, it would instantly trigger these runes and activate the Divine General Manor's array!

"Madam He Fang, it's been many years."

Song Yufeng, seeing the old lady inside the manor, smiled and greeted her.

His voice was not loud, but it clearly reached the ears of everyone inside.

Seeing this Palace Master of Tan Palace Academy, the faces of the madams inside the manor changed, especially when they noticed Song Qiumo beside him.

They were not unfamiliar with this Mountain Guardian Beast King of Tan Palace Academy.

Two Fourth Establishment Realm experts had arrived simultaneously.

"Song Yufeng, why have you brought the Mountain Guardian Beast King here?" Chen Hefang asked solemnly.

(End of Chapter)

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