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Chapter 208: Arrival at Dao City, Here Comes the Netherworld! (Part 2)
Chapter 208: Arrival at Dao City, Here Comes the Netherworld! (Part 2)
There seemed to be a hint of a transformation back to the Golden Body, and a majestic divine aura crashed down.
Nie Yang also landed beside Jiao Shao Qiu, his hand on his sword, ready to unsheathe it.
Countless dazzling sword lights bloomed behind him.
The atmosphere turned tense in an instant.
When the newcomer unreservedly unleashed the scorching martial will of a Pre-Heaven Grandmaster, Nie Yang sensed ill intent.
In the carriage beside them.
Li Che's gaze also fell on Wei He, his expression calm and unperturbed.
Little Sister?
Is this a move to recruit Xi Xi into their sect prematurely?
But...
Xi Xi came to Dao City not to join a sect but to prepare for the final disciple test of the sect's grandmaster.
Now, someone suddenly appears and directly declares Xi Xi as their sister, which feels a bit presumptuous.
Li Che's eyes narrowed at Wei He.
A Pre-Heaven Grandmaster in the Unity of Heaven and Man realm! However, compared to a mid-level Six Desires Corpse God Will, the Corpse God Will gives Li Che a stronger sense of oppression and a more terrifying feeling.
Through the Heaven and Earth Chessboard, Wei He shows no murderous intent or malice.
But Li Che can also see that his blood energy strength far surpasses ordinary Divine Essence Grandmasters; they are not even in the same tier.
The tense atmosphere, filled with the intent to kill, did not cause Wei He to flinch.
"Elder Jiao... My teacher, Elder Ji, is the fourth elder of the sect. When he heard about the highly resonant Shrine God child from Jin Guang Prefecture, he wanted to take him as a disciple."
"Elder Jiao, won't you let others have their moment?"
Wei He spoke gently.
"I know what Elder Ji is thinking. Xi Xi came to Dao City to seek the grandmaster's personal transmission. Before the grandmaster's personal transmission test is over, she won't take a master."
Jiao Shao Qiu replied coldly.
Wei He clenched his fist: "Elder Jiao, do you think it's that easy? The competition is fierce, with participants from the Divine City, various Dao Cities, and even the thousand-year-old families. Even the smaller families are vying for a spot. Do you think this Shrine God child from Jin Guang Prefecture can compete with those children who have at least a thousand feet of purple smoke divine essence?"
Jiao Shao Qiu waved his sleeve, his face cold: "Who knows if there won't be a miracle if we don't give it a try?"
"Xi Xi also stood out in the Shrine God resonance of Jin Guang Prefecture, surprising many Shrine God children. She even surpassed the son of the Shrine God, Ji Haihui, and the son of a princess from the Divine City, Jin Shanzi."
"Why do you think Xi Xi doesn't have a chance or hope?"
Jiao Shao Qiu's expression was far from pleasant. He couldn't tolerate these people trying to snatch Xi Xi, the Shrine God child, away.
"Moreover, do you not know what kind of person Elder Ji is? He has hundreds of disciples under his wing, and he's known for his eagerness to take in disciples, casting a wide net... Handing Xi Xi over to him would be a disservice to her!"
Jiao Shao Qiu had a foul temper, perhaps due to his extensive experience and seniority.
His outburst made Wei He's face turn slightly awkward, as he himself was a product of this wide net.
"Elder Jiao, don't be hasty. This matter... We should ask the Shrine God child's parents."
Wei He suggested.
Their argument had already drawn the attention of many in the surrounding carriages.
Li Che stepped out of the carriage, his robe fluttering in the wind, a gentle smile on his face, he approached them.
"This is Xi Xi's father, Li Che."
"You ask." Jiao Shao Qiu didn't refuse Wei He's suggestion.
However, before Wei He could speak, Li Che shook his head: "Elder Jiao, I also believe that Xi Xi is very talented.
"If that's the case, then we'll follow Elder Jiao's wishes. Thank you, Elder Ji, for your kindness. Xi Xi still wants to give it a try."
Li Che spoke gently.
Wei He's gaze lowered, looking at the honest and straightforward young man before him, his eyebrows furrowed, "Have you thought this through... If you fail the assessment for the Grand Master's personal disciple, and perform poorly, you might even lose the chance to become an inner gate elder's disciple."
"Let Xi Xi give it a try. What if... what if she succeeds?" Li Che said.
Wei He shook his head silently.
It was heard that the divine child's family was from a small city under the jurisdiction of Jin Guang Prefecture.
So straightforward and sincere... yearning for an overnight success.
"Never mind, if that's the case, I won't force it. I'm just conveying the teacher's intentions. Moreover, as the teacher's disciple, he will never mistreat his disciples, and will provide all the necessary resources..."
"Even more so, if you perform exceptionally, the resources will be even greater!"
Wei He said calmly.
Subsequently, seeing that Li Che had no further concerns or hesitation.
"Next, I'll escort you into Dao City."
With a Grand Master escorting them into the city, the remaining journey was naturally much safer.
Moreover, upon reaching the Dao City area, the danger would be greatly reduced.
Even within Dao City, Grand Masters were rarely seen, and Wei He was an exceptional true disciple of the Divine Foundation Sect.
Because Jiao Shaoqiu had sent a letter in advance, he specifically came to escort and welcome them.
Only then did Li Che's heart finally ease, it seemed...
Ji Haihui's dragon girl mother was truly giving up on Ji Haihui.
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...
The harsh winter had passed, and the spring breeze blew gently.
It was as if all things had revived overnight.
The frozen river began to thaw, and patches of green adorned the plains, fields, and city walls.
With Wei He's escort, the journey was smooth and unobstructed, and there were no more obstacles.
After about three more days, they finally arrived at Dao City.
"We've reached Qian Yuan City."
On the thawing river, the bone-chilling cold wind blew, and the spring breeze was chilly, but it couldn't dampen the children's excitement.
In the carriage, Xi Xi and several other children, big and small, poked their heads out.
Gazing into the distance, they could see a majestic city standing between heaven and earth, grand and awe-inspiring, like a giant lion crouching.
Its aura was majestic and heavy, its presence was ancient and rustic, filled with the essence of the years.
The walls were high, stretching east and west for an unknown number of zhang, countless in number, beyond measure.
On the official road, it became crowded with various carriages from the surrounding states and prefectures of Dao City, galloping on the wide avenue.
On the thawing river, there were also numerous yellow dragon boats surging through the waves, his heart pounding.
Xi Xi exclaimed, her big eyes blinking, her long eyelashes fluttering, her heart seemed to be stirred by the grandeur of the city.
"Such a big city, it would probably take dozens of fireworks to blow it up, right?"
Xi Xi muttered.
The nearby Tie Shan Cai was speechless.
Why was this little girl so hot-tempered? Even more fiery than him, always wanting to use fireworks to destroy the city.
Truly explosive and fiery...
He really liked it.
Many people poked their heads out of the carriage to gaze at the majestic grand city.
The entire Li family was thrilled, feeling overwhelmed by the grandeur, in their eyes, the Jin Guang Prefecture City was already an extremely majestic and grand city.
But compared to the Dao City Qian Yuan City, it seemed a bit small.
This was mainly because outside Qian Yuan City, there were numerous towns and cities, connected by flat and orderly official roads, surrounding and supporting this majestic giant city!
The carriage moved slowly.
However, Li Che was not as curious and observant as the others.
He sat quietly in the carriage, holding a piece of spirit wood in one hand and a dagger in the other, gently shaving off the wood's fibers.
"Dao City... we've finally arrived."
Li Che exhaled.
He slowly raised his head, and between his eyes, there was a faint intertwining of solemn killing intent.
Within his chest, the Dao Fruit of the Chess Sage, suddenly thumped vigorously.
Dong dong dong—
It was as if all sounds in the world had become serene in his ears.
The sound of the wind, rain, and carriage wheels...
All fell silent.
The Divine Chessboard expanded, rapidly enveloping the majestic grand city!
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...
Qian Yuan Dao City.
On a luxurious tavern, by the railing, the gentle breeze blew.
Su Hu Li, having recovered for nearly a year, his complexion regained its healthy color, and he emerged from a half-dead state.
Beside him was a tall figure wearing dark armor, sitting there, exuding an intense pressure.
This person was named Long Tai, his senior brother, sent to protect him and ensure his safety. He was a Grand Master, peerless in horizontal cultivation, a naturally powerful expert.
Long Tai stuffed his mouth with food, creating a strong contrast with Su Hu Li's relaxed drinking posture.
Suddenly.
Su Hu Li's heart skipped a beat.
"They're here."
"They... have arrived."
Long Tai paused, gulping down all the food, leaving no trace.
"Who's here?"
In the bustling tavern, Long Tai's deep voice shook the entire establishment.
Su Huaili exhaled a breath of air.
"The Netherworld's Evils."
Long Tai's round eyes widened in surprise.
"What's that?"
"The Netherworld? I've never even heard of it..."
Long Tai patted his belly beneath his armor and laughed, "Rest assured, the Marshal has tasked me with protecting you. Your safety is my utmost priority, Long Tai guarantees it."
"As for the Netherworld... it's just a minor power. Dao City is not like Jin Guang Prefecture; not every petty force can run rampant here."
Su Huaili glanced at Long Tai helplessly.
Looking at Long Tai's sturdy and robust physique...
It seemed... even larger than the Bull Demon's.
...
...
In the vast estate of Primordial Dao City, a disheveled child with a black circle around his neck and a black lotus pattern on his forehead was lying in a recliner.
With dark circles under his eyes, he was surrounded by over a dozen young girls with fair and delicate complexions, who were busy attending to him.
They were massaging his legs, patting his shoulders, rubbing his temples, cleaning his ears, feeding him crystal grapes, and more.
The child, with his eyes half-closed, was holding the hand of a fair-skinned girl, caressing her.
At such a young age, he was already a heartthrob.
Suddenly, the wild child's brow began to heat up slightly, revealing the Hell Lotus pattern.
His eyes opened and closed, and a powerful surge of will and divine essence rushed forth, causing the surrounding girls' faces to turn crimson.
"Come here."
The wild child slowly rose from the recliner.
He pointed at a tall girl with a youthful face.
The girl approached, turned around, and knelt on the ground.
The wild child leaped onto her back, and she slowly crawled forward, reaching the doorway.
The wild child narrowed his eyes, his hand gripping the ponytail of the girl on the ground, pulling it with excitement and force.
"Here."
"Here you are, my lady."
...
...
Inside the carriage, Li Che raised his hand to his forehead, and with a sudden tear, blood and flesh were exposed.
The Star-Snatching Pupils shone with utmost brilliance!
As they linked with the Heaven and Earth Chessboard, in an instant, the chessboard expanded, enveloping Dao City within.
Li Che was searching for someone.
Su Huaili was hiding in Dao City, along with the wild child, who was also concealed within the city.
These two were the ones Li Che was determined to kill.
Especially the wild child, whose thoughts were impure and malicious at such a young age.
Boom—! As the Heaven and Earth Chessboard covered Dao City, Li Che's expression became extremely solemn.
Even his forehead, which rarely sweated, now had beads of perspiration.
His primordial spirit tremors, pushing them to the extreme.
As the chessboard expanded, within Dao City, it seemed as if a terrifying presence had sensed something and slowly opened its eyes.
They furrowed their brows, confused, their divine perception swept through the city, as if they had seen something, yet nothing was there.
This was because Li Che had blocked their perception.
However, these powerful beings were too strong, their senses too sharp. Even with Li Che's deliberate blocking, they still sensed something amiss.
But they only felt a slight unease, not enough to interrupt their secluded cultivation.
After all, it could be a Divine Embryo God passing the time, inspecting the entire city.
Inside the carriage, Li Che's eyes suddenly widened, sharp electric lights intertwining.
"Found them."
His pupils seemed to reflect the Heaven and Earth Chessboard.
He had found those two figures.
Su Huaili...
And... the wild child with the demonic aura matching the Corpse Deity Sect's!
"I've found you."
A smile slowly curved Li Che's lips.
Through the Heaven and Earth Chessboard, he gazed upon the majestic Primordial Dao City.
Li Che clenched his fist, and in an instant, he vanished from his original spot.
Reappearing high in the air, riding on the Blood Sun.
His fingers slowly slid down the Cute Ox Mask, revealing his face without a hat. His black hair whipped in the fierce wind.
With a thought, the Blood Sun carried the Bull Demon's body, plummeting towards the human realm.
In the serene forest, birds suddenly took flight, and insects fell silent.
Boom—!!! Accompanied by a thunderous roar, the ground slightly caved in, and a giant lotus platform emerged, with a thousand-armed Guanyin seated upon it.
Guanyin extended her thousand arms, forming a Fire God cannon with her hands, the fingertips of each hand opened, facing outwards.
Li Che, wearing the Bull Demon mask, stood behind the thousand-armed Guanyin.
It was impossible to kill the wild child with a single cannon blast.
The wild child of the Corpse Deity Sect... definitely had a powerful protector. A wicked cultivator daring to hide in Dao City must be strong.
But...
Whether he could be killed with a blast or not was one thing.
Li Che just wanted to fire a cannon!
It was a warning!
And to make the wild child understand...
What it meant to be an honest father.
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