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Chapter 425: Lin Fan's Breakthrough, the Apex! A Glimpse into the Multiverse Abyss (Part 1)
Chapter 425: Lin Fan's Breakthrough, the Apex! A Glimpse into the Multiverse Abyss (Part 1)
September 21, 2024
Within half an hour, over ten thousand people from the Shi Clan were captured.
The Seventh Ancestor's face was cold, "They are all directly or indirectly connected to this matter."
"A small number of people are currently not in the clan, but I've sent people to capture and suppress them. I believe they'll be brought back soon."
He sighed, "Aih."
"Stone Hao, I leave these people to your disposal."
"Whatever you decide, it's up to you."
Stone Hao swept his cold gaze over them, "Are there any omissions?"
The Seventh Ancestor didn't hesitate for a moment and immediately swore a Heavenly Dao Oath, indicating that there were no omissions.
"Actually..."
The Seventh Ancestor smiled bitterly, "Don't blame the clan."
"Not everyone in the clan wants to harm you."
"It's just that a small group of them are too selfish, greedy, and unwise."
"I tried to persuade them, but..."
"Since this matter doesn't concern you, why are you pleading for them?"
Stone Hao replied indifferently, "Perhaps in your eyes, I'm intimidating the Shi Clan, humiliating you, and playing the villain in your eyes."
"But in my eyes, I'm cleansing the Shi Clan of its impurities, allowing it to have a healthier state and face the future with a better attitude!"
"If these people exist, especially these old fellows..."
Stone Hao looked at the few 'Executive Elders' who were suppressed, and he scoffed, "With them, the Shi Clan will eventually become a dark place filled with filth."
"Now it's me, but in a few years, it could be others."
"One after another."
"What future are we talking about?"
"At this moment, I'm only killing those who deserve to die."
"But if others are pushed to this point, I might have to destroy the Shi Clan."
Stone Hao's thoughts were clear.
He was relentless, and indeed, he had come for revenge.
However, he only killed those who deserved it. Was this a bad thing for the Shi Clan?
Perhaps, as it would weaken their strength and cause them to lose face.
But on second thought, wouldn't this make the Shi Clan healthier, brighter, and more vibrant?
The Seventh Ancestor sighed helplessly, "I understand what you're saying."
"But the others..."
"Let them think what they want." Stone Hao didn't care.
"As for you all..."
He took decisive action.
The imprisoned crowd couldn't dodge or defend themselves; they could only watch helplessly as the fist rapidly enlarged and, in the end, fell upon them like a sky-covering hammer.
Boom!!!
Everyone died instantly.
It was a revenge killing, but not a cruel one.
Giving them a quick death was Stone Hao's greatest mercy.
"As for those who will be brought here later, you handle them for me."
"Now."
Stone Hao turned to the Supreme Ancestor, who had slightly recovered, "It's time to fulfill your promise."
"The Primary Treasury, let my grandson and I choose freely."
"Huh?!"
The Supreme Ancestor was annoyed, "Choose ten items freely!"
"The conditions you agreed to were that even if I emptied the treasury, it wouldn't be enough. Am I talking nonsense right now?" Stone Hao spread his hands.
"You!"
The Supreme Ancestor was exasperated.
"Fine!!!"
"Choose as you please!!!"
With the situation having reached this point, what else could be done? Could they possibly go back on their word?
Perhaps the issue was that if they went back on their word now, wouldn't they be at a significant loss?
They had already killed so many, including several at the Ninth Stage. Although those resources were precious, they still couldn't compare to the value of the Ninth Stage cultivators. The silent costs were already apparent, and it was too late to regret.
"This is more like it."
The Great Demigod snorted coldly.
Then, they entered the Shi Clan's Primary Treasury.
Several of the clan's ancestors followed.
And then...
Their hearts were bleeding.
Not just bleeding, but gushing and spraying blood, and it wouldn't stop!
Stone Hao and his group didn't hesitate for a moment; they were going crazy with their 'looting.' Whatever they saw, they packed and took away, leaving not a single hair behind!
Even the decorative items in the treasury and the special stones used as 'pillars' were dug out by them...
Wherever they passed, it was so clean that it was indescribable. Even a mouse would shed tears upon seeing this scene.
It was too heaven-defying!
Looting was something every cultivator had done, especially those at the Ninth Stage.
They had all seen it and personally participated more than once. But even so...
There had never been a single instance where anyone had looted so thoroughly!
In the end, even the night pearls used for illumination were picked clean by Stone Hao, leaving behind nothing of value, turning the treasury into a worthless 'wasteland'!
"fast and decisive" speed left everyone trembling with anger, but they could only suppress their emotions, an unbearable feeling.
Several ancestors had bitten their teeth to pieces.
Even the Seventh Ancestor nearly fainted.
Stone Hao approached the Seventh Ancestor and said indifferently, "Where is that bone you mentioned? Bring it out."
The Supreme Ancestor's eyelids twitched uncontrollably.
Beside him, an Apex-level ancestor looked at the Supreme Ancestor, wanting to speak but stopping himself.
"Give it to him!"
The Supreme Ancestor was even more helpless.
At this point, what else could be done?
They had already gone this far; could they possibly go back on their word?
The key was, what use would going back on their word serve now?
Moreover, the silent costs were even more staggering!
"..."
That ancestor was extremely reluctant, but he could only forcefully suppress his displeasure, use various secret techniques to remove his special seal, and hand over the bone.
Buzz...
Dense Dao patterns shone continuously.
This bone was extraordinary, emitting a sacred aura.
However, it was 'imperfect'!
There were numerous cracks and gaps.
Most of the people present were seeing the Supreme Bone for the first time, and they couldn't help but widen their eyes. After Shi Hao took it, he scoffed, "No wonder they're willing to hand it over, but no one has successfully merged with it."
"Given your personalities, if it were possible to merge, you would have done so long ago."
"Turns out it's covered in cracks, and although there's still a bit of 'vitality', it's fundamentally impossible to implant it into the body."
"Tch!"
He seemed completely unconcerned, but in his heart, he was somewhat satisfied.
Indeed, it couldn't be integrated into his body! But he never intended to merge someone else's Supreme Bone with his own. After all, it was just an external object, and using it to enhance himself, especially merging with it, was still a petty path.
Moreover, although the Supreme Bone was imperfect and covered in cracks, the divine runes on it were relatively complete. As long as he spent some time and effort, understanding the Supreme Technique within it wouldn't be a problem.
"Cause and effect, it ends here."
"All the past events also come to an end today."
Shi Hao put away the Supreme Bone and turned to leave with the crowd.
"From now on, my grandson and I have nothing more to do with the Shi Clan. If the Shi Clan is unwilling to accept this and wants revenge, they can come after us."
"Just send a messenger, and we'll be waiting!"
"But this has nothing to do with the Moon Holding Sect. If you dare to cause trouble for the disciples of the Moon Holding Sect because of this, the next time we meet will be the day of your clan's destruction."
Shi Hao spoke with a faint voice.
He was actually threatening them!
With these words, countless strong members of the Shi Clan clenched their teeth in anger. But in the end, they could only watch as Shi Hao and his group left with their spoils.
In the end...
Only helpless and sorrowful sighs remained.
"Supreme Ancestor, we..."
An ancestor couldn't swallow this, but he was glared at by the Supreme Ancestor, "What do you want to say?"
"How will you handle this?!"
"If you have ideas, feel free to act on them."
"But before that, please make it clear to the world that you are no longer part of the Shi Clan."
"Supreme Ancestor?!" The ancestor was shocked.
"Don't you understand?"
The Supreme Ancestor closed his eyes, and at this moment, it was as if all his energy and spirit had been drained, "Shi Hao's talent and strength have already surpassed everyone's imagination, and the Moon Holding Sect..."
"It's even harder to imagine that if it weren't for the punishment from the Holy Land, their battle prowess would have rivaled a Holy Land in just a hundred years!"
"Do you still want to seek revenge and regain your honor?"
"Even if Shi Qi is truly revived and returns, it's almost impossible."
"Do you still want to cause trouble for Shi Hao?"
"Heh, he said he wants revenge, so we can just find them. But can't you see the bond between these direct disciples of the Moon Holding Sect?"
"So, you still don't understand the situation now?"
"Really..."
"After these years of seclusion, have you become a fool?"
In the end, the Supreme Ancestor directly cursed.
There was also a sense of helplessness, like being unable to mold iron into steel.
What kind of situation is the Shi Clan in now?
The losses were already significant, with almost all the Executive Elders being captured, leaving only the Seventh Ancestor and the 'First Ancestor', who had been in seclusion. The core strength of the clan had also suffered considerable damage.
Although it wouldn't cause the entire Shi Clan to fall into chaos or lead to its destruction, their enemies would definitely take advantage of this opportunity to cause trouble. So, in the following period, the Shi Clan would have to be cautious and vigilant.
At this point in time, they couldn't afford to cause trouble for Shi Hao.
After this period passes and the Shi Clan stabilizes... it seems like 'a gentleman's revenge is never too late', but don't you see how freakishly powerful Shi Hao and his group are? They can almost instantly kill us now. What if this period only lasts for ten years? Ten years later, they could probably kill everyone with just a glance!
Moreover, even if Shi Hao doesn't make any progress and his cultivation and strength decline, it's impossible for all the freaks in the Moon Holding Sect to become weaker.
If Shi Hao wins decisively, then so be it. But if Shi Hao is in danger, these freaks will definitely rush out again, just like today...
That would be the end of everything!
And here's the problem.
If Shi Hao wins decisively... should they still cause trouble for him and seek their own demise?
And if they can force the Moon Holding Sect to take action... hmm... that would be something to be proud of, and then what? They would be driven to extinction by that group of freaks from the Moon Holding Sect?
Madness! That would be like getting kicked in the head by a donkey!
Moreover, after I've finally resolved this cause and effect at a great cost, you want to start the conflict again?
Wouldn't this make my efforts and sacrifices meaningless?
They even want to push the entire Shi Clan into an irreversible abyss!
These thoughts, these actions...
Are you even human?!
...
"Phew!"
On their way back, Shi Hao let out a sigh of relief.
The resentment that had been weighing on his chest finally dissipated, and it was as if his entire being had become lighter at this moment. Even the colors of the world seemed brighter.
"Congratulations, Junior Brother."
Xiao Ling'er smiled and said, "With the past cause and effect resolved, from now on, the sky is high, and the sea is vast, and we can soar freely. Let's look forward to everything!"
"Congratulations, Junior Brother."
Wang Teng and Ya Ya also spoke up, "Thank you, Senior Brother and Sisters. This time, we've troubled you again."
"Really..."
"I'm sorry."
"Hahaha." Xiao Ling'er laughed, "It seems we were the ones who misunderstood. I never thought that your strength might have already surpassed mine and is now above me."
"Even if we hadn't come today, I believe you would have still achieved your goal."
"I won't." Shi Hao shook his head, "The Transformation of Freedom consumes too much, and my understanding of it isn't deep enough. In fact, I'm still 'dazed' by it myself!"
"I have no idea why such a terrifying figure was created, but I'm certain that if I were to do it again, I wouldn't be able to achieve the same results."
"Even if I were to use the Transformation of Freedom again at the cost of being completely exhausted, it's absolutely impossible for me to have that kind of terrifying power."
"So..."
"If you hadn't come, the best outcome for me and my grandfather would have been to temporarily repel them for a moment and then flee, seeking another opportunity to stand up for ourselves."
Shi Hao was very clear-headed.
Indeed, he had shone brightly today, and his strength had even made himself feel afraid.
But was that truly his own power?
This needed to be questioned.
And if he were to do it again, he was certain he wouldn't be this formidable.
Perhaps, this was where the terror of the Transformation of Freedom lay? Unpredictable and unfathomable, with the outcome and strength of the transformation beyond even the caster's comprehension. It could be only slightly stronger than the caster, or it could be overwhelmingly powerful, capable of instantly killing an apex cultivator.
"But today, it was ultimately your own doing." Xiao Ling'er praised, "We all witnessed your performance."
"Moreover, you're still so young. In the future, your potential will be limitless."
"Perhaps one day, we might need your protection."
"Or perhaps, if we don't seize the opportunity, it might not be long before we are surpassed by you again."
As the senior sister, Xiao Ling'er thought far more than the others.
The others cared about themselves and their fellow sect members, willing to go through fire and water for their sect, and even fight to the death.
But Xiao Ling'er also paid attention to more details.
For example... Shi Hao was still so young, and his performance today was so impressive. Would this make him arrogant and complacent, affecting his future cultivation?
So...
A preventative measure was needed!
Like right now.
"Senior Sister is right," Shi Hao quickly responded, and then spoke seriously, "I still have a long way to go."
"Moreover, my current self is still far, far from my goal."
"That's good," Xiao Ling'er nodded in satisfaction.
"These topics are too serious."
The Great Demigod smiled slightly and finally had the opportunity to speak, "Why don't we see how much we've gathered from the Shi Clan's Primary Treasury this time?"
"A lot!"
When it came to treasures, Shi Hao smiled.
Actually... he was most... frugal.
Perhaps it was because he grew up in Shi Village, where resources were scarce?
In any case, every time he had such an opportunity, he would do his utmost to take away all useful resources.
Not leaving behind even a single hair!
And this feeling... it was truly amazing!
He smiled slightly, and then everyone began to calculate and tally.
In the end, they discovered that it was indeed worthy of being the Shi Clan's Primary Treasury!!!
"The total value of the resources..."
Xiao Ling'er made a simple calculation and revealed a look of surprise, "According to our current earnings in the Moon-Intercepting Sect, including the contributions from the Moonline and Beast Taming Lineages, it would take at least ten years to earn this much!"
"Moreover, many of these are rare and precious treasures, unique and priceless, not something that money can easily buy."
"Shi Hao, you won't need to worry about resources for a long time after this."
Shi Hao smiled, "I never lacked resources anyway."
"Within the sect, have my resources ever been in short supply?"
"Let's consider this harvest as the sect's resources."
"And thank you all..."
"No!"
Shi Hao wanted to 'confiscate' the resources, but Xiao Ling'er was the first to object, "I know you're generous, and I understand your consideration for the sect, but this is inappropriate."
"Why is it inappropriate?" Shi Hao was taken aback.
The Great Demigod spoke from the side, "Child, this action is indeed inappropriate."
"Half, then."
"Thanking the sect for its nurturing, and also thanking your senior brothers and sisters for their help this time, half is more appropriate. Ling'er, you must not refuse."
"Additionally, you young ones, each of you can choose a few items that you desire, as a token of our gratitude."
"None of you are allowed to refuse."
"Otherwise, it wouldn't be right."
Xiao Ling'er smiled helplessly, "Since the Great Demigod has spoken, it should be so."
Shi Hao blinked his eyes and gradually understood.
First, the sect didn't lack these resources; at least, for now, they had more than enough to be self-sufficient.
Second, what was he doing? Setting an example? If he did this, would other sect members feel obligated to hand over their resources to the sect in the future, or else they'd be grilled over the fire?
Moreover, there were other reasons at play.
Even if he contributed half, it was only possible because Xiao Ling'er and the others had taken action, otherwise, even contributing 20% would be unreasonable.
"Sigh."
Suddenly, Old Turtle sighed, "How boring!"
When he saw the Supreme Ancestor and the others appear, he was excited.
Because their strength was formidable!
Several apex cultivators, this wasn't something these young ones could handle, right? If it weren't for his shell turning into an Imperial Armament, even he might not have been able to handle it! As for now...
Even if he couldn't handle it, ensuring his safety and their safe departure was absolutely no problem!
He was prepared to show off and save people.
But...
The seemingly young Shi Hao suddenly burst forth with strength, causing even Old Turtle to feel terrified. He was certain that if that figure hadn't attacked him... he wouldn't have been able to withstand it either.
Too freakish!
At this moment, it suddenly remembered something: "Little Shi.
(End of Chapter)
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