Asura Emperor Venerable
Chapter 327: Betraying the Master and Destroying the Ancestry

Chapter 327: Chapter 327: Betraying the Master and Destroying the Ancestry

Shi Hao strode forward, he had not used the Cloud Piercing Step.

This was only suitable for short bursts of sprinting; for long-distance travel, the consumption was simply too great.

Even so, his speed was not slow.

His target was one of the two main peaks.

You see, he was an all-rounder, and had some knowledge of Formations as well.

The twin ridges stood opposite each other, one yin and one yang, forming a natural grand Formation.

This was where the main body of the Formation was located, and also where the Formation Eye was.

Therefore, if there truly was an ancient relic here, then it must be atop the two main peaks.

He entered a dense jungle where snakes and insects abounded, which could suddenly lash out and injure people, making them difficult to guard against.

Shi Hao simply brandished his Saber Intent; his intense killing aura thus suppressed, forcing snakes and the like to slither away—unless their realm was above Shi Hao’s, they wouldn’t dare to strike.

Unfortunately, in such an outer area, how could there possibly be a presence that threatened Shi Hao?

He met with no obstacles and quickly arrived at the foot of one of the main peaks.

Wanting to climb the mountain, he discovered a barrier-like presence here, blocking his way.

However, this time the barrier was completely invisible and could only be felt upon touch.

"Can’t go up? Then I’ll try somewhere else," Shi Hao muttered to himself. He circled around the mountain and found it to be the same everywhere, so he then moved to the other main peak.

The result was the same.

"Can’t directly climb the main peak?" Shi Hao started observing again. However, unable to stand at a higher vantage point, he couldn’t see the whole picture, which limited his capabilities.

He could only deduce based on the current situation, and after a long while, he had a conclusion.

"The path to breakthrough must be within the ravine."

"But should I wait for people?"

"Well, I’ll go check out the situation first, then decide," he said.

He circled back to the entrance of the ravine, from where the two main peaks faced each other across the void, indeed resembling two blooming flowers.

Shi Hao walked on, entering the ravine.

Here, the silence was frightening; there were no cries of insects or birds, nor continuous roars of beasts, only absolute quiet.

After taking only a few steps, Shi Hao stopped and turned around.

"Having followed for so long, do you still plan on sneaking around?" he spoke softly.

"Hehe, I didn’t expect your ears to be so sharp. Are you born in the year of the dog?" Han Feihuo leapt out from the leaves.

He had been following all along, originally intending to take down Shi Hao earlier, but upon realizing that Shi Hao seemed to have a good understanding of Formations, he held back, planning to wait until Shi Hao figured something out before making a move. He hadn’t expected to be discovered by Shi Hao so quickly.

However, he didn’t care because it was still unknown whether there were treasures hidden within Twin Flowers Ridge, but Shi Hao himself was a walking treasure trove.

If he couldn’t have both, he could at least secure a sure profit.

Shi Hao shook his head, "Out of respect for Han Liren, I originally did not want to stoop to your level, but you insisted on delivering yourself to death."

Stealthily following behind me, your intentions are condemnable!

Han Feihuo couldn’t help but burst into laughter, "Shi Hao, you are truly arrogant. Where does this confidence come from, thinking you can beat me?"

He was indeed from the Seven Islands, and moreover, he possessed a Dual Spirit Root of water and fire; his strength was by no means comparable to Shi Taiyan’s.

Shi Hao smiled, "You now have one last chance, leave immediately, or else I won’t show any mercy."

This was really out of consideration for Han Liren’s face; otherwise, if someone wanted to harm him, wouldn’t it be necessary to eliminate the threat, rather than keeping it around for a holiday celebration?

Han Feihuo shook his head, "Your naivety and blindness really leave me at a loss for words. Rest assured, I won’t kill you right away. I still need to force out the martial arts legacy of our ancestor from you!"

Shi Hao was surprised. What had this guy guessed?

Han Feihuo couldn’t help but smile smugly, "Although Grandfather hid you well, I can be certain that your so-called old friend is none other than our ancestor. Otherwise, how could Han Dong have received that written decree?"

Well, that was quite a rich imagination.

Shi Hao stroked his chin, "If that’s what you want to believe, it’s not impossible."

"Hand over the Cultivation Technique!" Han Feihuo commanded, "If you submit willingly, you can suffer less. Otherwise, once I capture you, you’ll know what true agony is!"

Shi Hao shook his head, "Since you’ve guessed that I’m a descendant of our ancestor, yet you still choose to attack me, don’t you think your heart is too vicious, completely tantamount to betraying and annihilating one’s master?"

"Wrong, this is an act of self-preservation, for not putting oneself first leads to destruction!" Han Feihuo declared before lunging at Shi Hao.

Boom, he went all out from the start, the Dual Spirit Root of water and fire harnessing their full power, his left hand commanding blazing flames and his right ruling over biting cold. Shi Hao’s strength had already been proven, capable of defeating geniuses like Shi Taiyan, so Han Feihuo dared not take him lightly.

However, he was a whole minor realm above Shi Taiyan, and also possessed a Dual Spirit Root of water and fire, making him significantly stronger than Shi Taiyan. He was naturally confident in his victory.

Shi Hao smiled and casually gestured, summoning nine Blood Shadow Swords in the air, each glinting with Weight Reducing Runes, light as goose feathers.

"Go!" He pointed at Han Feihuo, and the nine Blood Shadow Swords instantly dispersed, encircling Han Feihuo before striking from every angle.

What?

Han Feihuo was alarmed. How could there be a hidden weapon that could turn corners?

True, after employing a certain technique, a hidden weapon could take on a curve, but only a curve. What was happening now?

The nine little swords seemed to dance in the air.

He had never seen such an attack and naturally did not dare to relax even slightly. He quickly assumed a defensive stance, prepared for any eventualities.

Ice and fire intertwined, terrifyingly boundless.

"Roar!" Just then, the ground rumbled, and a beast three zhang tall burst out from the rocks, its body jet black, ghost-like, striking toward Han Feihuo with a swipe of its paw.

Damn it!

Han Feihuo instantly recognized it; this beast was a Dark Patterned Leopard, a Ferocious Beast of the Other Shore Realm, with fangs sharp enough to easily tear through Precious Metal.

Therefore, he dared not let his guard down, repelling the leopard’s attack with a palm strike.

He wasn’t convinced. Why had the ferocious beast targeted him and not Shi Hao?

Did he appear weaker and easier to bully?

Bang!

He clashed with the Dark Patterned Leopard, both shook from the impact and retreated a few steps.

Now, knowing that Han Feihuo was not easy to mess with, the leopard dared not attack again, and Shi Hao’s radiating Saber Intent made it wary. Thus, a temporary stand-off ensued among the three.

Han Feihuo also didn’t dare to make a move. The leopard was of the Nine Islands level, stronger than ordinary ones, making him wary of rash actions. If during his fight with Shi Hao, the beast took the chance to attack, it wouldn’t be a joke.

"Heh, I don’t have time to waste with you guys!" Shi Hao shook his head and took the initiative to attack, fists flying towards Han Feihuo.

Ha, you’re truly courting death.