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Chapter 469: Shi Tianjin's Peril
Chapter 469: Shi Tianjin's Peril
Immediately, Li Hao penetrated his Soul Spirit into the identity token.
Inside the identity token, there was a misty space where faint wisps of weak energy floated.
These energies gathered together, allowing Li Hao to barely see them. If they were scattered, they would be extremely difficult to notice.
"What is the essence of the Soul Spirit?"
Li Hao was puzzled. Suddenly, he recalled Old Feng's reincarnation in the Mortal World, where he was killed by a Buddhist Master, his soul dissipating. However, a sliver of his soul was absorbed by the Mourning River.
That thing was most likely what the others referred to as the essence of the Soul Spirit.
After all, when he slew ancient demons, he always annihilated their Soul Spirits. But now, with the identity token collecting these essences, he realized that something remained even after Soul Spirit Annihilation.
With his thoughts in mind, Li Hao scanned the misty space. He immediately noticed that the essences of the Soul Spirits had slight variations, and the surrounding mist seemed to make these essences more visible, allowing him to perceive them more clearly.
Li Hao calmed his mind and carefully examined the area, gradually realizing that through these essences, he could sense the cultivation realms of their previous lives.
True Immortal Realm, first level, second level...
Li Hao enveloped the Soul Spirits and silently counted.
These essences flickered in and out of existence, and Li Hao counted very meticulously. After two minutes, he had only counted about half of them, but according to Shi Tianjin's rules, converting them into immortal merit, there were already nearly 300,000!
Previously, the gap at the frontline was significant, and Li Hao had killed hundreds of ancient demons in a short time. Even if he calculated by the first level of the True Immortal Realm, he had already earned hundreds of thousands of immortal merit.
"If you don't want to say, it's fine. Let's continue while the ancient demons are attacking. This is a good time to earn more immortal merit."
Xing Lan saw Li Hao remain silent for a while and thought he was unwilling to reveal the information. However, she had only asked casually, as Li Hao was only a Third Tier True Immortal, and having a few tens of thousands of immortal merit was already the limit for him.
For an ordinary Third Tier True Immortal, simply surviving was a challenge.
Ancient demons were far too advanced in the same realm. Even though the Ten Thousand Races had spent ten thousand years cultivating and training specifically to combat the ancient demons, they still could not match their innate talents.
Moreover, over the ten thousand years of warfare, ancient demons had continuously evolved and adapted, becoming increasingly formidable and terrifying.
"Sure."
Li Hao snapped back to reality and decided not to continue the inventory. He would have enough time to settle the accounts after the battle. After all, his current harvest was extremely substantial and would last him for a long time.
"Let's go."
Xing Lan called out, intending to lead Li Hao to hunt ancient demons. If they encountered True Immortal Realm ancient demons with lower cultivation, she wouldn't mind letting a few go to Li Hao.
Li Hao didn't think much of it and quickly caught up with her.
"How did you encounter that Ancient Demon Commander? Was it a coincidence, or has the defensive line already fallen?"
Xing Lan used her Divine Sense to explore while asking the question.
She didn't slow down much, knowing that Li Hao had managed to hold his ground in the Tenth Wasteland, indicating that he was at least at the pinnacle of the Tenth Tier True Immortal Realm.
However, as she pursued, she noticed that Li Hao could easily keep up with her, his Body Movement Techniques containing the profound principles of the spatial origin. This surprised her.
The spatial origin, as one of the Nine Sequences, was second only to the Time Essence. It was already difficult to comprehend the origins of the Nine Sequences, let alone the second most challenging spatial origin.
However, considering that Li Hao, as a Third Tier True Immortal, could endure in the Tenth Wasteland, mastering the spatial origin didn't seem so extraordinary.
Her master often said that there was always someone better, and one should never underestimate the heroes of the world. Xing Lan seemed to see some of her master's meaning in Li Hao.
"Hmm."
Li Hao nodded in response to Xing Lan's inquiry.
At that moment, his Divine Sense enveloped the surroundings, scanning for any ancient demons that might have breached the Defensive Line.
"Hmm? There's one over there."
Li Hao suddenly noticed the shadow of an ancient demon at the edge of his Divine Sense on the eastern side, but it was only at the True Immortal Realm.
That area wasn't far from his earlier escape route, likely because it had followed the Ancient Demon Commander's charge.
"Hmm?"
Xing Lan, who had just turned her head, was taken aback and stared at Li Hao in surprise.
She had only just noticed that ancient demon herself, and she hadn't expected this young man to detect it so quickly.
After all, she was an Immortal Lord, while he was only a Third Tier True Immortal!
"How did you sense it?" Xing Lan couldn't help but ask, feeling a sense of strangeness and absurdity.
She was the top genius of the Star Hall, with a Divine Sense far stronger than others of the same realm, yet this young man had...
Seeing her surprise, Li Hao didn't hide it, knowing that they would inevitably reveal their Soul Spirit's power if they fought together, and she would see it eventually.
Li Hao's silence only added to the turmoil in Xing Lan's mind, making her realize she had underestimated this young man.
She didn't press further, as she was a Star Hall disciple, and he belonged to the Nine Depths of the Great Dream, not the same sect. In fact, they were currently in a bit of a competitive relationship.
Soon, the two of them caught up to the ancient demon.
The ancient demon sensed their presence, but Xing Lan, with her meticulous thoughts, had already concealed her aura, pretending to be at the True Immortal Realm.
The ancient demon didn't detect anything unusual, assuming it was just seeing two True Immortal Realm humans approaching, and a sneer formed in its heart.
As they drew near, Xing Lan recognized that the ancient demon was only at the True Immortal Seventh Level, which she could easily kill with a flick of her finger. However, she didn't act, instead leaving the ancient demon to Li Hao.
They had met twice, and she hadn't seen Li Hao in action yet.
Although Li Hao had displayed the Heavenly Stars Pulse and a formidable aura when pursued by the Ancient Demon Commander, she wanted to see his Soul Spirit strength.
"This one is yours."
She said.
Li Hao didn't hesitate, taking the opportunity to show his skills. With a flick of his finger, he shot out a strand of Sword Qi. Though it seemed simple and casual, this Sword Qi was imbued with the Sword Intent of 'Qing Tian,' incredibly sharp and capable of slicing through the fabric of space itself.
The power of the spatial origin was combined with the Sword Intent, making it effortless to slay a True Immortal Seventh Level ancient demon.
To Li Hao, this ancient demon was nothing more than a piece of meat...
With a loud thud, the ancient demon's body stiffened, its eyes wide with disbelief as it stared at the two tiny humans before it.
How could this be?
It didn't have time to think as its Soul Spirit was instantly severed by the spiritual essence power contained within the Sword Intent.
With a swift motion, Li Hao raised his hand and summoned the ancient demon's corpse, then drew a spatial rift, pulling the body inside.
The entire process was smooth and efficient, as if he had done it countless times before, taking no more than a moment.
Beside him, Xing Lan was stunned.
While she had expected Li Hao to easily kill the ancient demon, she hadn't anticipated how effortlessly he did it.
Judging by the process alone, one might have thought an Immortal Lord Realm expert had acted!
Moreover, Li Hao appeared so calm and composed, his movements practiced, as if he had repeated this countless times...
"Let's go, there are more over there."
Li Hao said.
Xing Lan snapped out of her daze. Her Divine Sense naturally detected another group of ancient demons, about a dozen in total, all at the True Immortal Realm. There was no Ancient Demon Commander among them, making them a plump and easy target for her.
"You..."
Xing Lan looked at Li Hao in shock and suspicion. She hadn't been able to gauge his Soul Spirit strength earlier, but the ability to instantly kill a True Immortal Seventh Level ancient demon meant his spiritual essence power must be incredibly formidable.
Heavenly Stars Pulse, Comprehends spatial origin, Soul Spirit formidable... Xing Lan gave Li Hao a deep look but didn’t ask anything. After all, they weren’t close enough to share their trump cards.
She said nothing more and turned to lead Li Hao into battle.
When they caught up with the ancient demons, Xing Lan didn’t leave all the kills to Li Hao this time. She simply said, “One half each.”
As an Immortal Lord Realm cultivator, she could have easily killed them all, but she decided to share the kills with Li Hao.
“Alright.”
Li Hao nodded. Xing Lan raised her hand with a casual motion, using Immortal Dao Laws to transform the void into a starfield. Then, countless stars fell, transforming into beams of light that pierced through the ancient demons, leaving their bodies broken and mangled.
Seeing this, Li Hao couldn’t help but feel a bit heartbroken. With such damage, the taste would definitely be worse when Cooking.
Ingredients should be kept intact.
Whoosh!
He raised his hand, just as he had done before, using condensed Sword Qi to pierce through the ancient demons’ bodies. Following their internal structures, he instantly separated their bones, severed their vital points, and caused their physical bodies to perish. The moment their Soul Spirits detached, the Sword Qi cut them down.
In the blink of an eye, all the ancient demons were dead. Xing Lan looked at Li Hao, who had slain seven or eight ancient demons, including one at the True Immortal Ninth Layer. Despite the challenge, the young man remained completely relaxed, which made her expression change slightly.
Moreover, compared to her violent method, the bodies of the ancient demons Li Hao killed were intact, as if they were in a deep sleep, appearing much more elegant.
She silently stored the bodies of the ancient demons she had killed. Seeing Li Hao smoothly do the same, she said, “It seems you don’t need my help. With your strength, you won’t be in danger unless you’re surrounded or encounter a commander-level ancient demon. Let’s hunt separately to avoid interfering with each other.”
“Fine.”
Li Hao agreed. This way, he could hunt the ancient demons he found himself and gain more rewards.
Xing Lan, seeing Li Hao’s straightforward response and lack of reluctance, couldn’t help but give him a slight glare. It was the first time she had seen someone part ways with her so easily.
“Leaving.”
She turned and, as if to show off, directly transferred her Immortal Daopower to instantly teleport to the edge of her Divine Sense, then teleported again, vanishing completely.
Seeing her leave, Li Hao also turned and headed in another direction, following the breach in the previous Defensive Line.
As he traveled, Li Hao found not only ancient demons but also many disciples from various sects hunting them.
There were also battalions of the Wildfire Army, engaged in chaotic battles with the ancient demons.
Seeing those who were at a disadvantage, Li Hao stepped in and casually killed the ancient demons, taking them for himself without it seeming like he was competing.
His figure darted between the battalions. He passed by those who were winning their battles and helped those clearly outmatched, resolving the threats and storing the ancient demons in the Heavenly Earth Space.
With his assistance, many sect disciples were saved and sincerely thanked Li Hao.
Li Hao waved them off and continued on his way.
In the rear of the battlefield.
Three imposing yet restrained figures stood on a specially constructed Immortal Platform, surrounded by dozens of towering War Banners fluttering in the void.
An Immortal Array encircled the platform, and the totems of various spirit beasts appeared, floating in the air. Those familiar with the True World Races Codex would recognize these spirit beasts as belonging to the Shan Ling Clan.
This Immortal Platform was the Marshal Immortal Platform of the Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty. Controlling the platform allowed one to extend their Divine Sense to touch the Immortal Power array bases hidden in the starry sky, amplifying and extending their Divine Sense to cover half the battlefield, providing a clear view of the situation in various areas.
“The first Defensive Line has collapsed, the second Defensive Line is still holding, and the third Defensive Line remains intact. Various sect powers are engaged in the battle at the second Defensive Line, along with the Wildfire Army...”
Beside them, a Scout responsible for battlefield intelligence reported solemnly.
"The Seven Radiant Star District of the Second Defensive Line has fallen. The Jade Platform Star District still has eighteen battle zones holding out."
In this vast starfield battlefield, for the warriors of the Wildfire Army, there was only the frontline and the rear. However, within the Yan Chu Immortal Army, the area had been divided into familiar zones, allowing for quick reporting and reinforcements whenever issues arose.
"The Crescent Moon Battle Zone has just been breached. Three sects and the Wildfire Army are heading there for reinforcements. The Yunhan Battle Zone just developed a gap, but it was sealed, only to be breached again!"
Hearing the Scout's report, the three generals' faces grew grave.
"I was just about to send a Lieutenant General to slay that Ancient Demon Commander to prevent too much impact on the rear, but a woman from the Star Hall killed it. She’s quite a rare talent."
A young man with silver hair and black armor spoke in a low, stern voice. Despite appearing to be under thirty, he was a renowned general of the Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty, commanding respect for thousands of years.
"I know that woman. She’s a prodigy of the Star Hall. Someone recommended her to join the Demon Suppression Bureau, and she’s currently under observation."
Beside him, a woman with heterochromia—her eyes one gold and one silver, like the sun and moon shining together—smiled slightly. She looked at the elderly man standing in the middle. Although he was also a general, his armor bore a black, triangular spear tip, the emblem of the Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty’s Demon Suppression Bureau. He held a high position within the bureau, not just as a general.
This was a rare opportunity, so she mentioned Xing Lan, hoping to leave a good impression on this influential figure.
"Hmm, she’s competent."
The old man nodded slightly, his gaze fixed on the vast, star-filled void ahead. From their vantage point, they could only see the darkness and the distant starlight.
"There’s an interesting young man. He’s quite zealous in slaying demons. I wonder which sect’s disciple he is."
The old man’s eyes seemed to pierce through the void, focusing on a particular spot in the dark battlefield. He saw a figure darting from place to place, rescuing various battle camps and small groups of sect disciples. This figure had previously sealed a gap in the defensive line and was pursued by an Ancient Demon Commander, which caught his attention.
Although the battlefield was vast and his divine sense covered a wide area, the young man’s actions stood out in the chaotic fighting.
"That young man, indeed, is quite remarkable."
Hearing the old man’s words, the other two generals’ eyes narrowed as they also noticed him. While such remarkable individuals were not entirely unique, the young man’s performance in slaying ancient demons had clearly caught the old man’s attention. If he were to gain the old man’s favor, it could mean a brighter future for him.
After all, the Demon Suppression Bureau was the strongest department in the Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty, rivaled only by the Chu Immortal Army.
"This ancient demon attack is somewhat strange. The attack routes are chaotic, as if there are several different commanders."
The woman with heterochromia’s eyes flickered as she spoke softly.
The old man’s lips curved into a slight smile, as he was privy to some of the inner workings.
"The Ten Thousand Races are in contention, and the ancient demons are not a unified force..."
He smiled.
Meanwhile.
Li Hao, darting through the battlefield, was heading toward the defensive line. Before he could reach it, he suddenly saw a familiar group ahead.
Upon closer inspection, he recognized Shi Tianjin and the others, who had only recently parted ways. Their numbers were visibly reduced, and they were surrounded by a group of ancient demons. Among them were four or five particularly powerful ones, all Tenth Tier True Immortal ancient demons, relentlessly attacking them.
A few of the new recruits who had joined Li Hao were missing, while the rest were huddled inside the encirclement. Shi Tianjin and two other veterans, along with Hu Xiaochi, were defending the four sides, their bodies covered in scars, their expressions a mix of exhaustion, panic, and fear.
(End of Chapter)
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