《Crazy Martial Arts Sovereign》


 Chapter 1

    C1 ¨C Nineheaven Divine Dragon Tower!


    ¡°Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower, Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique.¡±


    Qiao Mao sensed a flood of information within his mind, originating from a small tower he had once considered an unparalleled treasure in his lifetime.


    ¡°Regrettably, it was only in death that I realized this nameless tower was the Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower, and its greatest secret was the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique.¡±


    The Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower was a formidable prison crafted by the Ancient Dragon n using the power of countless living beings to suppress gods and demons.


    Why the Dragon n undertook such a task was not disclosed in the information Qiao Mao received. However, the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique was a supreme skill inscribed on the tower, designed to harness the power of imprisonment.


    ¡°The Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower and the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique together could create a prison capable of detaining the Whole Heaven Gods and Devils. I believe there¡¯s a significant secret involved, and mastering this technique would undoubtedly make me a Super Expert.¡±


    ¡°s, I am already dead. I¡¯m uncertain how long my soul willst. My regrets are profound.¡±


    If Qiao Mao had been in in the battle between the Celestial Ancient Burial Land and the Nether n due to hisck of strength, he would not harbor much bitterness.


    The Nether n¡¯s invasion was formidable, and Qiao Mao saw no hope for survival. Yet, unexpectedly, as his life hung by a thread, a long sword pierced his chest and shattered his Life Spirit.


    The assant was none other than his beloved disciple, Dong Png, who had secretly conspired with the Nether n to seize the Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower he so cherished.


    With his Life Spirit shattered, Qiao Mao knew he was beyond saving. In a final act, he ignited his Soul Essence and, despite his grievous injuries, executed a forbidden technique. In a cataclysmic self-destruction, he and the Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower annihted everyone present.


    The battle imed innumerable lives.


    The Celestial Ancient Burial Land fell, and countless experts perished.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s consciousness was fading. His soul was on the verge of vanishing.


    ¡°Wait, there¡¯s Spiritual Energy drifting nearby. It¡¯s faint, but it¡¯s definitely there. That can¡¯t be right; I perished in the explosion with the Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower. My body was obliterated. There shouldn¡¯t be any Spiritual Energy here, not even the slightest wisp.¡±


    ¡°But what if I didn¡¯t die? That¡¯s impossible.¡±


    Qiao Mao¡¯s eyes snapped open, and to his astonishment, he found himself lying in a bed, his body transformed into that of a young boy.


    ¡°Mao, you¡¯re finally awake. I was so worried about you. Please, don¡¯t ever scare me like that again.¡±


    Qiao Mao jolted at the sound of the voice and quickly turned to see who was beside him. He was met with the sight of a woman, her eyes red and veined with blood, swollen as though she hadn¡¯t slept for several days and nights.


    ¡°What¡¯s happening? Wasn¡¯t I supposed to have died in the Celestial Ancient Burial Land?¡± Qiao Mao¡¯s mind raced with shock, but in that moment, the woman¡¯s tender hand reached out and gently stroked his face.


    The touch was startlingly real, sending a shiver through Qiao Mao¡¯s entire body. He stared at himself in disbelief, finally realizing that he had been sent back two hundred years in time.


    Qiao Mao quickly examined his body to confirm his return to the past. This year, he was only fifteen. Just a few days prior, he had quarreled with his cousin, Qiao Hee, never imagining that Qiao Hee would secretly harm him and send him back home.


    His grievous injuries had kept his mother awake and caring for him for five long days and nights, and his Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven strength had vanished without a trace.


    ¡°Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower, Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique, imprisoning all Whole Heaven Gods and Devils.¡±


    As this knowledge from the Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower flooded his mind, Qiao Mao quickly inspected his dantian. There, the Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Towery, emitting a faint glow, then remaining unchanged.


    ¡°So that¡¯s it,¡± Qiao Mao murmured to himself. ¡°When I triggered the self-destruction of the Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower, it couldn¡¯t be destroyed. Instead, it brought me back here, two hundred years earlier.¡±


    With this realization, Qiao Mao exhaled deeply, a weight lifting from his shoulders. Reborn with the Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower, he was certain he could achieve immortality. He vowed to crush the billions of the Nether n and those who had betrayed him in his past life beneath his feet.


    Having survived his own self-destruction and taken millions of enemies with him, Qiao Mao saw this as an immense opportunity.


    ¡°Mao, your father has gone to Fallen Cloud Valley. You must wake up, or I might as well die.¡± The woman sobbed as she gently caressed Qiao Mao¡¯s face.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s heart melted withpassion. Despite his miraculous second chance at life, the sight of his mother¡¯s anguish made him clench his fists in resolve.


    ¡°In this life, I refuse to let my mother suffer any further. I will ensure that my father returns from Fallen Cloud Valley unscathed.¡± Qiao Mao silently vowed. Then, he quickly sat up and reassured her, ¡°Mother, I¡¯m alright now.¡±


    ¡°Mao.¡± Upon seeing Qiao Mao awake, the woman¡¯s grief vanished instantly. She embraced him tightly and, with tears in her voice, eximed, ¡°Mao, I¡¯m so relieved you¡¯re okay.¡±


    Qiao Mao offered aforting smile and tenderly wiped away her tears with his sleeve. ¡°Mother, I¡¯m perfectly fine,¡± he assured her.


    Zhen Gui managed a smile and said, ¡°I¡¯m d you¡¯re okay. If anything had happened to you, I wouldn¡¯t know how to face your father.¡±


    At the mention of his father, Qiao Dou, Qiao Mao¡¯s brow furrowed slightly, and he inquired, ¡°Mother, why did father go to Fallen Cloud Valley? From what I understand, it¡¯s hardly a safe ce.¡±


    In his past life, Qiao Mao was unaware of Qiao Dou¡¯s journey to Fallen Cloud Valley. It was only after their family¡¯s downfall that he stumbled upon some information. By the time Qiao Mao entered Fallen Cloud Valley, Qiao Dou had already perished, his remains never found.


    Back then, Qiao Mao had been pursued by enemies and was forced to flee from Fallen Cloud Valley. It wasn¡¯t until he grew stronger that the Nether n invasion urred, leaving the issue unresolved.


    Qiao Mao regretted not knowing the cause of his father¡¯s death in his previous life. He thought remorsefully, ¡°Father, I failed you.¡±


    ¡°How did you find out your father went to Fallen Cloud Valley?¡± Zhen Gui asked, taken aback. She had kept this matter from Qiao Mao to spare him worry and was surprised he had learned of it.


    ¡°I heard it from someone else,¡± Qiao Mao replied, using it as a pretext. Naturally, he couldn¡¯t reveal his rebirth. He then pressed on, ¡°Mother, what exactly prompted my father to venture into Fallen Cloud Valley?¡±.

 Chapter 2

    C2 ¨C Nineheaven Divine Dragon Tower!(2)


    Zhen Gui said, ¡°Now that you¡¯re aware of the situation, I see no need to keep it from you any longer. The Qiao Main Family¡¯s influence in Martial Sun City has waned. To preserve our family¡¯s standing within the city, your father agreed to venture into Fallen Cloud Valley in search of a lost relic of our n.¡±


    Qiao Mao understood the gravity of the situation and its connection to the Qiao Main Family. The revtion struck him hard, as he knew that once Qiao Dou had set out for Fallen Cloud Valley, the Qiao Main Family had turned against him, leading to the downfall of the Qiao family in Martial Sun City.


    ¡°We are part of the n too,¡± Qiao Mao dered. ¡°There are those within our ranks who are merciless. They even seek our destruction. If I don¡¯t eliminate this threat, I don¡¯t deserve the title of Feather Devil Imperial Sovereign.¡±


    In his past life, Qiao Mao was renowned for his formidablebat prowess. He vanquished the Nether n, earning the moniker Feather Devil Imperial Sovereign. His reputation was illustrious.


    ¡°Mother, please be at ease. Father will be safe,¡± Qiao Mao reassured her.


    With Qiao Mao appearing unharmed, Zhen Gui¡¯s anxiety dissipated, leaving her feeling exhausted. After a brief conversation, she retired to her room to rest.


    Alone with his thoughts, Qiao Mao resolved, ¡°I must alter the destiny that befell me in my past life. I refuse to witness my mother¡¯s suffering and the annihtion of my family again. I need to amass sufficient power to prevent it.¡±


    Once Zhen Gui had departed, Qiao Mao straightened his posture and began to regte his breathing, entering a meditative state for cultivation.


    The initial phase of cultivation was the Mortality Transcending Stage, seeded by the Spirit Wheel Stage, Divine Pill Stage, True Spirit Stage, Earth Spring Stage, Celestial River Stage, Wheel Sea Stage, Sovereign Stage, and finally, the Heaven Connecting Stage.


    This time, Qiao Mao¡¯s injuries had eradicated all traces of his cultivation. He waspelled to start anew from the Mortality Transcending Stage. His primary focus was to fortify his body and cast off his mortal coil.


    Qiao Mao vowed, ¡°Once I master the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique to its pinnacle, I¡¯ll be capable of grasping the stars and moon. With a mere gesture, I could shatter the heavens, obliterate worlds, and subdue deities.¡±


    Qiao Mao gazed at the sprawling text of the cultivation incantation, his heart thrumming with excitement. Despite having attained the Celestial River Stage in his past life, he harbored an intense yearning to master the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique.


    Typically, the more formidable the cultivation technique, the greater the demands on the cultivator¡¯s realm. Yet, the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique required theplete dissolution of Qiao Mao¡¯s cultivation base before he could embark on its practice.


    In his former life, Qiao Mao had achieved the Heaven Connecting Stage. If his cultivation base were to be nullified, he would revert to the Mortality Transcending Stage¡ªa daunting prospect for his past self.


    But now, with his cultivation base entirely erased, Qiao Mao faced no such choice and his resolve was unshakable.


    ¡°Channel the Spiritual Energy into my body, fortify my physique, and begin anew from the Mortality Transcending Stage,¡± Qiao Mao recited from the incantation. Familiar with the process, hemenced the cirction of the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique. Spiritual Energy surged through his limbs and veins, permeating every inch of his being.


    However, merely two cycles in, Qiao Mao reached his limit. The Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique was overwhelmingly brutal, nearly rending his physique asunder.


    ¡°It¡¯s never easy for a martial artist to transcend mortality and cast off the mortal coil,¡± Qiao Mao reflected. ¡°I never experienced such intense agony in my previous life. I almost couldn¡¯t withstand it.¡±


    Gasping for breath, Qiao Mao, with his acute sense of smell, suddenly detected a nauseating odor. It was emanating from him¡ªa strange scent indeed.


    An unexpectedyer of ck, sticky liquid coated Qiao Mao¡¯s skin, a byproduct of purged bodily impurities. Remarkably, he had expelled an extraordinary amount of such waste.


    Although now devoid of cultivation, Qiao Mao had once been a Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven warrior. He had already rid himself of many impurities. Logically, there should not have been so many left within him.


    ¡°This Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique truly possesses extraordinary powers,¡± Qiao Mao mused. ¡°Should I cultivate the Mortality Transcending Stage to Level Ten Heaven, my body will surely be cleansed of all impurities, achieving the Perfect Physique.¡±


    Within the Heaven Earth Rule, nine was the pinnacle, symbolizing the ultimate boundary of a realm that could not be exceeded. Yet, the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique enabled a cultivator to reach Level Ten Heaven, shattering this limit and attaining the Perfect Physique.


    The concept of a Perfect Physique was unheard of. At least, before Qiao Mao¡¯s time, no one was known to have broken the Mortality Transcending Level Nine barrier to reach Mortality Transcending Level Ten Heaven.


    The existence of Level Ten Heaven appeared to postpone a cultivator¡¯s progression to the subsequent realm. However, it also established a robust foundation for future unparalleledbat prowess.


    Qiao Mao exhaled deeply and resumed his cultivation. The Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique lived up to his expectations. In just one night, Qiao Mao¡¯s cultivation had advanced to Mortality Transcending Level One Heaven.


    ¡°In my past life, it took me three months to reach Mortality Transcending Level One Heaven. Now, with the aid of the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique, I¡¯ve achieved it in a single night. The purity of my body is likelyparable to that of a Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven warrior.¡±


    After a full night of cultivation, Qiao Mao felt the pangs of hunger. As he was about to stand and stretch his limbs, an arrogant voice echoed from outside.


    The Qiao family¡¯s branch in Martial Sun City may have waned, but the local dynamics remained intricate.


    Previously, Qiao Dou, as the most influential member of the Qiao family in Martial Sun City, meant that no one dared cross Qiao Mao. However, once Qiao Dou hadmitted to joining the Qiao Main Family in the Fallen Cloud Valley, the true colors of these individuals began to surface.


    ¡°Mao sold this house to you? I¡¯ve never heard him mention such a thing. Nephews, could there be some misunderstanding here?¡± Zhen Gui asked with a hint of urgency.


    Although Zhen Gui was a Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven practitioner, within the Martial Sun City branch of the Qiao family, there were two experts at the Mortality Transcending Level Nine. One of them was Qiao Hee¡¯s grandfather, against whom Zhen Gui stood no chance.


    ¡°I have an IOU,¡± Qiao Hee retorted with a cold snort, tossing a promissory note to the ground, marked with a stark, bloody handprint.


    Zhen Gui picked up the IOU, feeling somewhat bewildered. The bloody handprint on it unmistakably belonged to Qiao Mao. Yet, Zhen Gui was certain that Qiao Mao hadn¡¯t willingly left that mark.


    Upon examining the IOU, Zhen Gui implored, ¡°Please, for my sake, could you reconsider? You¡¯re aware that your uncle ventured into Fallen Cloud Valley. It¡¯s been half a year with no word from him. All our money has been spent on trying to get news about your uncle. If we hand over this house to you, we¡­¡±


    At the mention of Qiao Dou, a flicker of fear crossed Qiao Hee¡¯s face, but it vanished as quickly as it had appeared.


    ¡°Don¡¯t try to frighten me. It¡¯smon knowledge that no one survives Fallen Cloud Valley. For all we know, Qiao Dou is already dead. You don¡¯t need to waste so much money searching for him,¡± Qiao Hee said with a malicious grin. ¡°And without Qiao Dou, you and your mother are at our mercy.¡±


    A barely perceptible glint of murderous intent shed in Zhen Gui¡¯s eyes. If it weren¡¯t for Qiao Mao¡¯s presence, she would have certainly in these two.


    ¡°So, my mother and I are just to be bullied?¡±


    Before Qiao Hee¡¯sughter subsided, the door to Qiao Mao¡¯s room burst open. Qiao Mao stood before them, his voice chilling as he spoke.

 Chapter 3

    C3 ¨C Preposterous!


    Qiao Mao emerged from the room, his gaze icy as he stared down Qiao Hee.


    Three days prior, Qiao Hee had ambushed and injured him. While escorting him home, Qiao Hee craftily penned an IOU and, taking advantage of his unconscious state, pressed his bloodied handprint onto the document.


    In Qiao Mao¡¯s previous life, it was this very incident that forced him and his mother to leave their home. His mother, Zhen Gui, was so distraught that she wept bitterly into the night.


    This event haunted Qiao Mao for the rest of his life. He spent his previous existence in a state of perpetual gloom, his days filled with endless battles.


    It was clear that the tragedies of Qiao Mao¡¯s Previous Life were all rooted in Qiao Hee¡¯s actions. Qiao Hee was the catalyst for their misfortunes, the executioner who had driven his family towards their demise.


    Upon seeing Qiao Hee, a towering rage erupted within Qiao Mao, his eyes brimming with unmasked murderous intent.


    ¡°I was just wondering who had the audacity to speak to me in such a manner. Turns out it¡¯s you. Are your wounds healed? Or are you looking for another thrashing?¡± Qiao Hee said with a chilling smile. ¡°Let me think, what should I demand from you this time?¡±


    Had Qiao Mao been in his prime, Qiao Hee would have indeed feared him. But after thest encounter, when he had injured Qiao Mao, he also secretly administered a pill that dissipated his Qi.


    Convinced that Qiao Mao, now weakened, would be no match for him, Qiao Hee was sure he could easily beat him once more.


    ¡°Mao, you¡¯re not yet healed. You should go back and rest,¡± Zhen Gui interjected quickly, fearful that Qiao Mao would once again provoke Qiao Hee and escte the situation.


    ¡°Control your son. If he dares to re at me like that again, I¡¯ll ensure his life is a living hell,¡± Qiao Hee threatened. Seeing the fear etched on Zhen Gui¡¯s face, he let out a scornfulugh.


    Zhen Gui was in a state of panic. She was prepared to risk her own life in a confrontation with Qiao Hee, but she had to think of Mao¡¯s well-being. With no other option, she reluctantly conceded, ¡°Mao, please return to your room. I¡¯ll handle this.¡±


    ¡°If you insist on dealing with it, then so be it. But you must vacate this house today,¡± Qiao Hee dered, his eyes coldly scanning Zhen Gui. ¡°You may be getting on in years, but you¡¯ve still got charm. If I were to sell you to the Yi Hong Courtyard, I could make a tidy sum.¡±


    ¡°You beast.¡± Zhen Gui trembled with rage upon hearing those words. She tugged at Qiao Mao forcefully, her face etched with urgency as she implored, ¡°Mao, you¡¯re not well yet. Please,e back with me.¡±


    But Zhen Gui couldn¡¯t budge Qiao Mao. His feet might as well have been nailed to the ground. He reassured her, ¡°Mom, I¡¯m fine. I¡¯ll handle this.¡±


    Zhen Gui paused, a flicker of hesitation crossing her face.


    ¡°They¡¯re nothing but scoundrels. I¡¯ll take care of them. There¡¯s no need for you to sully your hands.¡± Having said that, Qiao Mao stepped forward, positioning himself protectively in front of Zhen Gui.


    ¡°Mother, in my previous life, I was too weak to protect you and could only watch you suffer. This time around, I swear no one will ever humiliate you again,¡± Qiao Mao vowed silently.


    ¡°Qiao Mao, you dare insult me? Beat him. Beat him to death!¡± Qiao Heemanded his men in a fit of rage. Now that Qiao Mao hadpletely lost his cultivation, he still had the audacity to insult him. Qiao Mao was practically begging for death.


    Behind Qiao Hee stood two martial artists, both Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven guards, serving as Qiao Hee¡¯s private bodyguards.


    ¡°Little Evil Creature, meet your end.¡±


    The two bodyguards sneered menacingly. They were the ones who had administered the Cultivation Dispersing Pill to Qiao Mao three days prior. Fully aware that Qiao Mao had no cultivation left and was incapable of resisting, they swung their fists, aiming directly at him.


    As their fists neared Qiao Mao, a shadowy figure streaked by. Their blows hit nothing but air, and in the blink of an eye, both men were struck down.


    Instantly, they were sent flying like kites without strings, crashing to the ground with such force that the earth itself seemed to tremble.


    Though Qiao Mao was only at Mortality Transcending Level One Heaven, hisbat experience from his previous life made defeating ordinary Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven martial artists trivial.


    Furthermore, the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique Qiao Mao practiced was immensely powerful, rendering his physical strength on par with that of a Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven warrior.


    Qiao Hee¡¯s eyes widened in terror as his two bodyguards were effortlessly subdued, realizing his own strength was merely at Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven.


    ¡°Qiao Mao, how dare you harm my guard? Do you not fear my grandfather? He is an elder in our family,¡± Qiao Hee eximed, attempting to use his grandfather¡¯s authority to intimidate Qiao Mao, knowing he was no match for him.


    Qiao Mao let out a cold snort at the mention of Qiao Hee¡¯s grandfather. A chilling glint passed through his eyes as he retorted, ¡°You¡¯re referring to Qiao Guang, aren¡¯t you? I¡¯ll deal with him in due time.¡±


    For Qiao Mao, the desire to kill Qiao Guang surpassed the urge to kill Qiao Hee. In Qiao Mao¡¯s Previous Life, it was Qiao Guang¡¯s betrayal of the Qiao family in Martial Sun City that led to his mother¡¯s death.


    Furthermore, Qiao Guang was implicated in numerous other misdeeds. He colluded with the n to eliminate many members of the Qiao family in Martial Sun City,mitting a litany of heinous acts.


    ¡°You¡¯re plotting to kill my grandfather?¡± Qiao Hee nched upon hearing Qiao Mao¡¯s vow to y Qiao Guang, pointing an usatory finger at him.


    ¡°Unfortunately, you won¡¯t have the chance to witness me taking down Qiao Mao,¡± Qiao Mao replied icily, channeling his Spiritual Energy and swiftly striking at Qiao Hee¡¯s neck.


    Qiao Hee hade to Qiao Mao¡¯s house looking for trouble, not anticipating that after Qiao Mao had dispatched his guards, he would be the next target. Fear washed over him, leaving him paralyzed.


    Initially, Qiao Hee thought he could stand up to Qiao Mao, but now, terror had rendered him immobile. In a sh, Qiao Mao severed his neck.


    Zhen Gui watched the scene unfold in shock, sensing a profound change in her son. He had matured significantly, both in his approach and his mindset.


    ¡°My son has grown up,¡± Zhen Gui murmured, brushing away a tear before approaching Qiao Mao. ¡°Mao, you¡¯ve killed Qiao Hee. You can no longer stay here. Leave Martial Sun City immediately, and I will take responsibility for the aftermath.¡±


    Upon hearing her words, Qiao Mao was deeply moved. In both his past and present lives, his mother had always been willing to bear all burdens for him. This realization made Qiao Mao feel a profound sense of indebtedness to her.


    ¡°Mother, I¡¯ve already found a solution. Please let me handle this. You must trust that I will manage it well,¡± Qiao Mao assured her. Leaving was out of the question for him. Given the opportunity for rebirth, he was determined to seek vengeance.


    Yet, Zhen Gui was not convinced. Ultimately, Qiao Mao had no choice but to reveal that he had apprenticed himself to a formidable master. This reassurance finally persuaded Zhen Gui to allow him to remain at home.


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 Chapter 4

    C4 ¨C The Grudge in His Previous Life!


    After persuading Zhen Gui, Qiao Mao cast a nce at the three lifeless bodies on the ground, his brow furrowing in concern.


    In Qiao Mao¡¯s previous life, hisbat prowess was unrivaled, but now he found himself at Mortality Transcending Level One Heaven. Leveraging his past life¡¯sbat experience, he could easily dispatch warriors at Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven. However, facing a warrior at Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven would prove challenging.


    Knowing he couldn¡¯t keep the fact that he had killed Qiao Hee a secret forever, Qiao Mao took action. He dug arge pit in the backyard and buried the three bodies.


    Once the grim task waspleted, Qiao Mao and Zhen Gui shared a meal before hemenced his cultivation practice. The Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique flowed through him for twoplete cycles, swiftly elevating his condition to its peak.


    Having regained his prime state, Qiao Mao turned his thoughts to martial skills.


    Martial arts were categorized into four primary levels: Heaven, Earth, Profound, and Yellow. Within each of these, there were three sub-levels: High, Middle, and Low. Given his current low level of cultivation, he couldn¡¯t utilize the martial skills from the zenith of his previous life.


    Cultivation and martial skills needed to be in harmony with one¡¯s strength. If hecked the necessary power but attempted to cultivate overly potent martial skills, he would suffer bacsh.


    For instance, a two-year-old child attempting to cultivate a Heaven Rank Martial Skill would be overwhelmed and destroyed by the skill¡¯s intense energy.


    ¡°Even though I¡¯m currently at Mortality Transcending Level One Heaven, my body¡¯s resilience is on par with a Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven martial artist. I am capable of cultivating Yellow Rank Middle Grade martial skills.¡±


    Having decided to pursue a Yellow Rank Middle Grade Martial Skill, Qiao Mao sifted through his memories and eventually selected the ¡°Wind Thunder Palm.¡±


    Wind Thunder Palm wasprised of three tiers. The first tier was on par with a Yellow Rank Middle Grade Martial Skill, the second tier equated to a Yellow Rank High Grade Martial Skill, and the third tier could even rival a Profound Rank Low Grade Martial Skill.


    In all of Martial Sun City, Yellow Rank High Grade Martial Skills were exceedingly rare, not to mention Profound Rank Low Grade Martial Skills. Should the cultivation technique of Wind Thunder Palm be public knowledge, it would likely incite a bloody conflict throughout Martial Sun City.


    After selecting an appropriate Martial Skill, Qiao Mao wasted no time in beginning his cultivation. Drawing on the expertise from his previous life, he mastered the Wind Thunder Palm with remarkable speed. Within just half a day, he had achieved Great Completion of the first level.


    Having reached Great Completion of the Wind Thunder Palm¡¯s initial level, Qiao Mao paused his training. He knew that attempting to advance to the second level might cost him the use of his hands.


    ¡°Mr. Qiao Mao.¡±


    A young girl burst into Qiao Mao¡¯s room, herplexion as fair as porcin.


    Recognizing her as his uncle¡¯s daughter, he greeted her with a warm smile. ¡°What brings you here?¡±


    Qiao Shuang charged over and yfully punched Qiao Mao in the waist. He feigned a howl of pain, ¡°Shuang, that really hurt.¡±


    ¡°Don¡¯t try to fool me. You¡¯re not in any pain,¡± Qiao Shuang retorted, then looked down and pouted, ¡°I was careful not to hurt you, so I didn¡¯t use much force.¡±


    Qiao Mao chuckled at her concern, feeling a touch embarrassed. ¡°As a warrior, I don¡¯t get hurt that easily.¡±


    ¡°Warrior?¡± Qiao Shuang echoed, her curiosity piqued. A moment of realization washed over her, and she adopted a solemn tone. ¡°Mr. Qiao Mao, I¡¯m a warrior too. Look.¡±


    ?To Qiao Mao¡¯s astonishment, Shuang radiated the aura of a Mortality Transcending Level One Heaven. He nearly stumbled in shock; he had never noticed that Qiao Shuang had be a warrior at such a young age in his previous life. He praised her enthusiastically, ¡°Shuang, you¡¯re truly impressive.¡±


    ¡°Do you really think so? But you¡¯re already at Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven. I¡¯m not as impressive as you,¡± Qiao Shuang mumbled, feeling a bit deted.


    Qiao Mao gave a wry smile. Before his awakening, he indeed was a warrior of Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven. But upon awakening, he had lost all his cultivation and had to start over, only recently achieving Mortality Transcending Level One Heaven.


    With a bittersweet grin, Qiao Mao reassured her, ¡°Shuang, you¡¯re still young. By the time you reach my age, I¡¯m certain you¡¯ll be even stronger than me.¡±


    ¡°Really?¡± Qiao Shuang¡¯s eyes widened in earnest as she gazed at Qiao Mao, her eyes brimming with hope, awaiting his response.


    Qiao Mao affectionately tousled Qiao Shuang¡¯s hair and assured her with a gentle smile, ¡°Of course it¡¯s true. Just remember not to bully me if you end up being stronger than I am.¡±


    ¡°I won¡¯t bully you,¡± Qiao Shuang dered, her small fists balled up with determination, ¡°but you have to buy me some candied hawthorns.¡±


    Qiao Mao chuckled. Having recently mastered the initial level of the Wind Thunder Palm, he found himself with no pressing matters at hand, so he readily agreed to Qiao Shuang¡¯s request.


    ¡°I¡¯ve been back in this world for a few days now. It¡¯s high time to explore,¡± Qiao Mao mused, stepping out with Qiao Shuang by his side.


    ¡°Delicious steamed buns!¡±


    ¡°Sweet jujube paste.¡±


    ¡°Candied hawthorns.¡±


    Though Qiao Mao was the one who had brought Qiao Shuang out, she was the one leading him around the bustling market.


    ¡°Mr. Qiao Mao, look, candied hawthorns! I want ten skewers!¡± Qiao Shuang eximed, tugging at Qiao Mao and dashing towards the vendor. Qiao Mao doubted she could finish all ten skewers.


    Just then, a carriage barreled down the road at breakneck speed, heading straight for them. ¡°That¡¯s the Qin family¡¯s carriage. It looks like Qin Dian is inside,¡± Qiao Mao realized.


    The sight of the carriage triggered a flood of memories, and a surge of rage filled his eyes. ¡°I thought my rebirth might have changed some things, but it seems this event is still fated to happen,¡± he reflected bitterly.


    In his previous life, it was this very outing for candied hawthorns that led to Qiao Shuang¡¯s tragic death under the wheels of Qin Dian¡¯s carriage.


    At just eight years old, full of innocence and vivacity, Qiao Shuang faced such a cruel fate. The memory ignited a fierce killing intent in Qiao Mao.


    Following her death, Qiao Mao¡¯s uncle, Qiao Shen, cradled Qiao Shuang¡¯s lifeless body as he pleaded with their family for justice. But Qiao Guang refused, iming her death was an ident, prioritizing the family¡¯s rtionship with the Qin family over her life. This betrayal drove Qiao Shen to weep for three days straight, his grief so profound that he cried tears of blood.


    In the end, Qiao Shen bravely sought vengeance against the Qin family, only to be ensnared in their treacherous plot. His demise was a tragic one. Following his death, the Qin family disyed his body outside their door, leaving it to the mercy of the scorching sun. This gruesome sight attracted crows that feasted on Qiao Shen¡¯s remains. The Qiao family was even denied the chance toy him to rest.


    ¡°In my previous life, I failed to protect Shuang. When my uncle met with disaster, I was nothing but a coward. This time around, I am determined to prevent history from repeating itself,¡± Qiao Mao reflected.


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 Chapter 5

    C5 ¨C Kill You When You Are Weak!


    The coachman cracked his whip, urging the two ck horses pulling the carriage to charge directly at Qiao Shuang.


    At that moment, Qiao Shuang was standing in the middle of the road. Yet, when the coachman caught sight of her, he didn¡¯t brake; instead, a cold sneer spread across his face. Heshed the horses again with his whip.


    ¡°You¡¯re asking for trouble.¡±


    Qiao Mao¡¯s anger red at the sight. He quickly pulled Qiao Shuang to safety and a gust of wind, charged with the power of thunder, swirled in his hand. It was the Wind Thunder Palm technique he had recently mastered.


    ¡°Young Master, that¡¯s Qiao Mao. He¡¯s trying to stop our carriage,¡± the coachman alerted Qin Dian upon witnessing Qiao Mao¡¯s intervention.


    ¡°Qiao Mao is here?¡± Qin Dian asked, his brow furrowed.


    ¡°Young Master, Qiao Mao intends to use his body to halt our carriage to protect the girl,¡± the coachman replied with a sneer.


    ¡°He thinks he can stop my carriage with his body? Ridiculous! Is he seeking death?¡± Qin Dian scoffed, his expression growing colder. Hemanded, ¡°The Qiao family ordered us to kill the girl, but they didn¡¯t forbid us from killing Qiao Mao. Drive straight over them and finish this.¡±


    Stopping a carriage with one¡¯s body wasn¡¯t impossible, but only those who had reached Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven could achieve such a feat. Qin Dian was aware that Qiao Mao was only at Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven, and therefore incapable of stopping the carriage.


    ¡°Understood, Young Master,¡± the coachman responded, then without a moment¡¯s dy, he drove the carriage forward. He saw Qiao Mao standing defiantly in the center of the road and sneered cruelly, ¡°If you¡¯re so eager to die, I¡¯ll grant your wish.¡±


    The two ck horses surged ahead as the onlookers screamed in terror. Qiao Mao, standing firm in the road with the Wind Thunder Palm at the ready, was the very image of a War God.


    ¡°Die!¡± the coachman yelled, pulling the reins taut. He spurred the horses into a leap, aiming their hooves at Qiao Mao¡¯s head, all the while a cold smile yed on his lips.


    In that moment, Qiao Mao¡¯s feet trembled, and with swift precision, he struck the necks of the two ck horses with his hands. He had harnessed the full power of the Wind Thunder Palm and unleashed it upon the horses with devastating force.


    Blood sprayed in every direction, staining Qiao Mao¡¯s hands a vivid crimson. Even Qiao Shuang, standing behind him, was sttered with droplets of blood. The two ck horses let out agonized screams as they copsed.


    The horses hit the ground, and the carriage toppled over with them. The coachman¡¯s smug grin instantly turned to horror, and he tumbled down with the wreckage.


    Onlookers in the street gasped in shock at the sight, realizing the two formidable ck horses had indeed been stopped.


    The coachman scrambled to his feet, pointing at Qiao Mao, too stunned to utter a word. It had never crossed his mind that Qiao Mao could halt their carriage and y the two ck horses.


    With a contemptuous snort, Qiao Mao advanced, nting his foot on the coachman¡¯s throat. A twist of his foot was all it took to end the man¡¯s life.


    The coachman had been in charge of the carriage and, upon seeing Qiao Shuang, hadn¡¯t even considered stopping. He had nearly ended Qiao Shuang¡¯s life, fueling Qiao Mao¡¯s intense desire to kill him.


    After dispatching the coachman, Qiao Mao turned his attention to the overturned carriage. From within its upturned frame, a figure emerged, clearly in a state of panic.


    It was Qin Dian, the very person who had ordered the coachman. He was a portly man with a vicious look in his eyes, which now red at Qiao Mao, filled with rage.


    ¡°Qiao Mao, how dare you overturn my carriage and kill my driver?¡± Qin Dianmented over the sight of the two ck horses lying in a pool of their own blood. These were no ordinary horses; they were renowned Ferghana Stallions, highly valuable and prized.


    Qiao Mao offered no sympathy to Qin Dian. Though the driver had been the immediate threat to Qiao Shuang, Qiao Mao was well aware that it was Qin Dian who had truly endangered her life.


    ¡°I did kill your driver. What are you going to do about it?¡± Qiao Mao challenged, his eyes gleaming with an icy resolve.


    Qin Dian¡¯s fury intensified. His cultivation level was at Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven. While not the most exceptional among Martial Sun City¡¯s younger generation, he had the formidable support of the Qin family behind him, deterring most from speaking to him in such a manner.


    ?Previously, Qiao Mao had always beenpliant with Qin Dian. ¡°Do you not understand the consequences of defying me? Remember, your father, Qiao Dou, is now in Fallen Cloud Valley, leaving you without any support,¡± Qin Dian stated icily.


    Qiao Mao was startled by this revtion. The fact that Qiao Dou had gone to Fallen Cloud Valley was a closely guarded secret among the family¡¯s higher-ups. He had only learned of it after his family¡¯s downfall in his previous life. How could Qin Dian be privy to this information?


    It didn¡¯t take long for Qiao Mao to piece together the situation. Evidently, Qiao Guang had been conspiring with the Qin family all along, which exined the leak of information.


    Subsequently, Qin Dian used a carriage to brutally end Qiao Shuang¡¯s life. When Qiao Mao¡¯s uncle sought vengeance against the Qin family, he too met a grim fate.


    Everything clicked into ce. Qiao Shuang¡¯s demise had been carefully orchestrated. Qiao Guang sought to exploit the Qin family¡¯s influence to purge dissidents within his own family. Qiao Shuang¡¯s death was merely the spark that set off the congration.


    ¡°No wonder, after my father vanished, the members of the Qiao family were either killed or injured,¡± Qiao Mao realized, his anger boiling over. Clenching his fists, he seethed, ¡°You all deserve to die.¡±


    ¡°Hmph, we deserve to die? I might have been wary of Qiao Dou before, but now, it¡¯s you who should be fearing death,¡± Qin Dian retorted with a cold snort, unleashing his formidable cultivation and an impressive aura.


    Qin Dian was aware that the murder of Qiao Shuang was pivotal to the alliance between the Qin family and Qiao Guang. He didn¡¯t hesitate tounch an attack on Qiao Mao.


    Qiao Mao, filled with a deep-seated desire for vengeance, refrained from acting impulsively. Instead, he deftly maneuvered the Wind Thunder Palm technique in his hands.


    Qin Dian¡¯s cultivation might have been on par with Qiao Hee¡¯s at Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven, but his ruthlessness set him apart. If Qiao Mao¡¯s memory served him right, Qin Dian had mastered a Yellow Rank Middle Grade Martial Skill, making him an exceptionally formidable opponent.


    If he were defeated, he wouldn¡¯t just fail to rescue Qiao Shuang; he would also meet his end here.


    ¡°Barbarian Elephant Ground Shaking.¡±


    Qin Dian charged forward. His hands whirled with energy, his arms bulking up with each moment. Then, with a ferocious punch, he lunged at Qiao Mao.


    Qiao Mao slightly lifted his head but remained unmoved in his spot. He continued to gather his strength, readying the Wind Thunder Palm. As Qin Dian¡¯s fist neared, a faint whisper of thunder flickered between Qiao Mao¡¯s palms.


    In Qiao Mao¡¯s eyes, Qin Dian¡¯s swollen arms crumbled.


    Qin Dian screamed in agony and toppled backward.


    The Wind Thunder Palm, charged with pent-up power, had nearly crippled Qin Dian. Seizing the moment, Qiao Maounched another attack, unleashing the Wind Thunder Palm directly onto Qin Dian¡¯s chest.


    That devastating blow imed Qin Dian¡¯s life.


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 Chapter 6

    C6 ¨C Negotiate!


    After eliminating Qin Dian, Qiao Mao knew he couldn¡¯t linger. He strode up to the elderly vendor selling candied hawthorns and took ten skewers from him. Dropping a Spirit Coin in exchange, he scooped up Qiao Shuang and swiftly departed.


    At present, his power was merely at Mortality Transcending Level One Heaven. Leveraging his past life¡¯sbat experience and mastery of the Wind Thunder Palm, taking down a warrior at Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven posed no challenge. He remained fearless, even against martially trained adversaries.


    But the issue wasplicated by Qiao Guang¡¯s ndestine alliance with the Qin family. Should the Qin family dispatch assassins, the Qiao family wouldn¡¯te to his aid.


    In a quiet alley, Qiao Mao tenderly wiped the blood from Qiao Shuang¡¯s face with his sleeve. Her eyes were wide as she gazed at him.


    ¡°Don¡¯t be scared, Shuang,¡± Qiao Mao reassured her. Though Qiao Shuang had reached Mortality Transcending Level One Heaven, she was, after all, only eight years old.


    ¡°Mr. Qiao Mao, why do they want to kill you? Are they all evil?¡± Qiao Mao was taken aback that Qiao Shuang wasn¡¯t crying; instead, she looked at him earnestly.


    Qiao Mao realized she was too young to grasp that the carriage had actually targeted her. He smiled and replied, ¡°Yes, they¡¯re bad people, but they can¡¯t defeat me.¡±


    ¡°Mr. Qiao Mao, you¡¯re so strong. I want to grow up fast and help you fight those viins. I¡¯ll protect you,¡± Qiao Shuang dered, her tiny fists balled with determination.


    Bitterness swelled in Qiao Mao¡¯s heart. At just eight years old, Qiao Shuang was thinking of protecting him, yet in his previous life, he had been apathetic as she died before his eyes.


    ¡°I was so indifferent to Shuang¡¯s death in my past life, and now she wants to protect me. I owe her far too much,¡± Qiao Mao whispered to himself. His resolve to safeguard Qiao Shuang only grew firmer.


    ¡°My current strength is insufficient. Without a trump card, I¡¯ll surely be at a disadvantage,¡± Qiao Mao reflected inwardly.


    He had just awakened, his cultivation level at a mere Mortality Transcending Level One Heaven, and he was up against the entire Qin family and Qiao Guang. Their strength was overwhelming, and he was no match for them.


    His sole advantage was his reincarnation, which granted him foreknowledge of certain events. Yet, there remained numerous uncertainties, as his rebirth had altered the course of some events from their original trajectories.


    ¡°If I had the backing of the Zhang family, things would be a lot easier,¡± Qiao Mao mused.


    The Zhang family, Qiao family, and Qin family were the three dominant families in Martial Sun City. The Zhang family¡¯s power wasparable to that of the Qin family.


    Qiao Mao knew that after the Qiao family¡¯s downfall, the Zhang family also met with disaster. Eventually, the Qin family rose to unrivaled prominence in Martial Sun City. Qiao Guang had taken his forces to the Qiao Main Family.


    Having made up his mind, Qiao Mao took Qiao Shuang and headed straight for the Zhang family. Before long, they reached the gates of the Zhang estate.


    ¡°You wish to see our Patriarch? Even though you¡¯re the son of Qiao Dou, you¡¯re not worthy of meeting our Patriarch,¡± the two guards sneered.


    Their words stung, but it was true that Zhang Tianbei, Patriarch Zhang, wouldn¡¯t just meet anyone, especially not Qiao Mao, without good reason.


    However, today was different. Qiao Mao needed to meet the Patriarch, or the situation could turn dire.


    After a brief pause, Qiao Mao¡¯s face lit up with a hopeful expression. ¡°Tell Zhang Tianbei that I can heal Zhang Yu¡¯s leg injury, allowing him to walk again.¡±


    Zhang Yu, the son of Zhang Tianbei, had suffered a fall in his youth that left him with a broken leg. He could walk, albeit with great difficulty, and his condition remained a constant hindrance.


    ¡°You im you can heal the Young Lord¡¯s chronic leg ailment?¡± The guard¡¯s brow furrowed, and he retorted angrily, ¡°Are you trying to make a fool of the Zhang family?¡±


    Zhang Yu¡¯s injury had gued him for years, and despite seeking treatments far and wide, none had been effective. His cultivation had stagnated, and he had be the subject of ridicule.


    Now, Zhang Yu had secluded himself within his family¡¯s estate, to the point where many in Martial Sun City had all but forgotten about his existence.


    ¡°You¡¯d better report to your Patriarch immediately, or the consequences will be more than you can handle,¡± Qiao Mao stated icily.


    The guard, fuming with anger, found himself at a loss for words. Yet, he knew the gravity of the situation. As Qiao Mao had pointed out, the repercussions were not something he, a mere guard, could shoulder. With a dark expression, he said, ¡°Stay here. I¡¯ll inform the Patriarch. And if you fail to heal our Young Lord, you¡¯ll pay dearly.¡±


    Qiao Mao remained silent. He and Qiao Shuang waited patiently at the entrance. Shortly after, the guard returned and announced, ¡°The Patriarch invites you inside.¡±


    Without a word, Qiao Mao followed the guard to the Zhang family¡¯s grand hall. Seated at the head was a middle-aged man with strands of white in his hair and a look of concern etched on his face.


    This man was Zhang Tianbei. Though only in his forties, he bore the countenance of someone in his sixties, clearly weighed down by worry over Zhang Yu¡¯s leg injury. He lifted his head slightly, his voice deep with concern, ¡°I¡¯ve been told you can heal Binn¡¯s leg injury?¡±


    ¡°Indeed,¡± Qiao Mao replied, his tone steady.


    At these words, a flicker of hope sparked in Zhang Tianbei¡¯s clouded eyes. Yet, having led the Zhang family for many years, how could he readily trust the word of a fifteen-year-old boy?


    ¡°If you fail to heal him, not even Qiao Dou¡¯s intervention could save you,¡± Zhang Tianbei dered, his presence suddenly sharp and imposing.


    Qiao Mao chuckled. As an Old Monster who had lived for two centuries in a past life, he was far from intimidated by Zhang Tianbei¡¯s threat. Above all, Qiao Mao was confident in his ability to heal Zhang Yu. He confidently stated, ¡°Patriarch Zhang, if I cannot heal Zhang Yu, you may take my life.¡±


    Zhang Tianbei¡¯s gaze narrowed as he scrutinized Qiao Mao. He found himself unable to fully grasp the young man before him. It was unexpected for someone of Qiao Mao¡¯s age to exhibit such resolve.


    ¡°If you truly believe you can cure Binn¡¯s ailment, you may choose any reward from the Zhang family. But should you fail, you are well aware of the consequences.¡± Eventually, Zhang Tianbei consented.


    Since Zhang Tianbei had given his word, Qiao Mao was careful not to take the situation lightly. After all, the lives of his mother and others were at stake.


    ¡°I have a medicinal recipe here. If you can gather these herbs as quickly as possible, I¡¯ll be able to heal the wounds on Zhang Yu¡¯s legs. As forpensation, I¡¯m confident you¡¯ll soon understand its value,¡± Qiao Mao said as he handed over the prepared recipe for the Jade Spirit Pill to Zhang Tianbei.


    Zhang Tianbei epted the recipe, giving it a quick look. While the herbs listed weren¡¯t hard toe by, Martial Sun Citycked even a single Spirit me Master. How was Qiao Mao going to concoct the Jade Spirit Pill?


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 Chapter 7

    C7 ¨C Amethyst Chalcedony


    The Spirit me Master is a coveted profession that many aspire to, yet it remains exceedingly scarce. In all of Martial Sun City, not a single Spirit me Master can be found. Only in the capital of the Great Yan Empire do some Spirit me Masters reside, leading reclusive lives. It is rare to encounter them under normal circumstances.


    Zhang Tianbei furrowed his brow as he examined the form for the Jade Spirit Pill.


    Qiao Mao, perceiving Zhang Tianbei¡¯s concerns, offered a reassuring smile. ¡°Don¡¯t worry about the pill refinement. I¡¯ll find someone to take care of it for you.¡±


    Although Martial Sun Citycked a Spirit me Master, Qiao Mao had been a Spirit me Great Master in his former life. He was well-versed in numerous alchemical techniques, which had been essential for his rapid cultivation progress in the past.


    ¡°Do you know a Spirit me Master?¡± Zhang Tianbei asked, his expression betraying a hint of awe. Knowing a Spirit me Master suggested a person of considerable standing.


    ¡°You could say that,¡± Qiao Mao replied, his answer deliberately vague.


    Zhang Tianbei was taken aback by the response. Even a Grade Nine Spirit me Master had ess to resources far surpassing those of the entire Zhang family.


    ¡°There¡¯s something I don¡¯t understand,¡± Zhang Tianbei inquired.


    ¡°What might that be?¡±


    ¡°If you¡¯re acquainted with a Spirit me Master, surely there¡¯s nothing beyond your reach in Martial Sun City. Why then do you seek my assistance?¡± Zhang Tianbei voiced his puzzlement.


    Qiao Mao chuckled softly. ¡°Because there are certain matters I must attend to personally.¡±


    ¡°What are you implying?¡± Zhang Tianbei¡¯s brow creased, sensing an elusive but potent aura of malice emanating from Qiao Mao, which weighed heavily on his heart.


    ¡°Patriarch Zhang, just watch. In theing days, Martial Sun City will witness some intriguing events,¡± Qiao Mao dered.


    ¡°What is it that you require of me?¡± Zhang Tianbei queried.


    ¡°The Zhang family possesses a piece of Amethyst Chalcedony, if I¡¯m not mistaken. Hand it over to me. As for what I might wantter on, you¡¯lle to understand in due course,¡± Qiao Mao stated calmly.


    Zhang Tianbei¡¯s expression grew stern, a touch of anger in his eyes. The Amethyst Chalcedony had been acquired at a great cost, following the loss of two Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven Family Martial Artists justst month. It was a matter they had kept secret from all.


    ¡°How did youe to know about the Amethyst Chalcedony?¡± Zhang Tianbei inquired, his face etched with a dark scowl.


    Qiao Mao suddenly realized that the news of the Zhang family acquiring the Amethyst Chalcedony hadn¡¯t surfaced until two monthster. Yet, with his currentck of strength, securing the Amethyst Chalcedony was crucial.


    ¡°Patriarch Zhang, the source of my information is not important. What you should consider is whether you¡¯re willing to trade the Amethyst Chalcedony for your son¡¯s future prospects,¡± Qiao Mao stated with unppableposure.


    At this moment, Qiao Mao¡¯s demeanor was the epitome of tranquility.


    ¡°I¡¯ll hand it over, but you¡¯d better ensure my son¡¯s recovery. If you fail, I assure you, there will be consequences,¡± Zhang Tianbei dered, his voiceden with severity, as he produced a piece of Amethyst Chalcedony the size of a thumb from his clothing.


    Despite its diminutive size, the value of this Amethyst Chalcedony was immense. Such a tiny fragment could easily incite a maelstrom of violence in Martial Sun City.


    The fact that Zhang Tianbei was willing to part with it to Qiao Mao spoke volumes of his profound paternal love for Zhang Yu.


    Aware of this deep affection, Qiao Mao had the leverage to demand a steep price. Having secured the Amethyst Chalcedony, he promptly departed with Shuang.


    As they traveled, Qiao Mao was weighed down by the gravity of the situation. Though he had struck a temporary deal with the Zhang family, the stakes were higher than ever. Should he fail to produce the Jade Spirit Pill, Zhang Tianbei would undoubtedly retaliate against the Qiao family.


    In such a scenario, the Qiao family¡¯s downfall was inevitable, leaving Qiao Guang and the Qin family to reap the rewards.


    ¡°I must acquire a Spirit me as swiftly as possible; without it, bing a Spirit me Master is out of the question,¡± Qiao Mao whispered to himself.


    In his past life, Qiao Mao had been a renowned Spirit me Great Master, but that was no longer his reality. To craft pills, he needed a Spirit me, as ordinary fire simply wouldn¡¯t suffice. The most straightforward path to bing a Spirit me Master was to seek out these rare mes.


    ?Yet, Demonic Beasts possessing Spirit mes were exceedingly scarce. Even in his former life, Qiao Mao had encountered only a handful. Thus, at present, he was at an impasse with no means to practice his alchemy.


    Qiao Mao racked his brain, trying to figure out where he might find a Spirit me in the vicinity. Eventually, he remembered Qin Jin.


    He thought to himself, ¡°To my knowledge, aside from myself, Qin Jin is the only one in Martial Sun City who has be a Spirit me Master. And he achieved that status one dayter than I did.¡±


    In Qiao Mao¡¯s previous life, he was a Spirit me Master who had stumbled upon a Spirit me by chance, not in Martial Sun City. So, finding a Spirit me now seemed out of the question.


    Back then, after Qiao Shuang¡¯s incident, Qin Jin had taken a secret trip. Rumors swirled that he had ventured to Space Shattering Mountain, and shortly thereafter, he emerged as a Spirit me Master.


    Qin Jin¡¯s cultivation level was quite advanced, at Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven. Moreover, like Qin Dian, he had trained in martial skills.


    ¡°I need to make a breakthrough in my cultivation within a day. If I don¡¯t, I won¡¯t stand a chance against Qin Jin, nor will I be able to secure the Spirit me.¡±


    Without dy, Qiao Mao took Qiao Shuang back to their home. Noticing that the Qin family hadn¡¯te for vengeance, he breathed a sigh of relief. He then hurriedly approached Zhen Gui and said, ¡°Mother, please pack our belongings. It¡¯s not safe to stay here. I have some matters to attend to.¡±


    ¡°Mao, what¡¯s going on?¡± Zhen Gui asked, her concern evident upon seeing her son¡¯s urgency.


    ¡°I¡¯ve killed Qin Dian,¡± Qiao Mao confessed as he began packing their belongings.


    Zhen Gui was taken aback. She had never imagined that Qiao Mao could have killed Qin Dian, especially in front of a crowd.


    They had managed to deal with Qiao Hee¡¯s body discreetly after his death, but killing Qin Dian was bound to bringplications. Being astute, Zhen Gui quickly assisted Qiao Mao with the packing and reassured him, ¡°Mao, don¡¯t worry. I¡¯m here for you.¡±


    Qiao Mao was moved by her support, but knew this wasn¡¯t the time for sentimentality. Handing over the packed bags to Zhen Gui, he instructed, ¡°Take Shuang and rendezvous with my uncle. I need to take care of some business for a few days.¡±


    ¡°What are you nning to do?¡± Zhen Gui inquired, her worry palpable.


    ¡°Since the Qin family and Qiao Guang are out to get us, I¡¯ll send them a warning right now.¡± A glint of murderous intent shed in Qiao Mao¡¯s eyes.


    Zhen Gui initially wanted to dissuade Qiao Mao, but upon seeing his resolute look, she held her tongue. Instead, she cautioned him, ¡°Be careful. If you run into any trouble, hurry back. With your uncle and me here, no one can harm you.¡±


    ¡°Mother, I got it,¡± Qiao Mao replied with a slight smile. He then instructed Zhen Gui and Qiao Shuang to exit through the back door, while he himself departed from the front. He didn¡¯t spot anyone from the Qin family, so he quickly made his getaway.


    No sooner had Qiao Mao and Qiao Shuang left than a throng from the Qin family descended upon the ce. Finding Zhen Gui and the others absent, they set fire to Qiao Mao¡¯s home.


    The incident sent shockwaves through Martial Sun City. When Zhang Tianbei got wind of it, he nearly leaped from his chair in astonishment.


    ¡°Dad, what¡¯s Qiao Mao up to? He¡¯s gone and killed Qin Dian. He¡¯s stirring up conflict between the Qiao and Qin families. There¡¯s no advantage in it for him,¡± Zhang Yu, who was sitting next to his father, Zhang Tianbei, remarked.


    ?Zhang Tianbei, perched on his stool, was suddenly struck by the words Qiao Mao had uttered before his departure. He murmured to himself, ¡°Perhaps this time, Martial Sun City is really in for a major upheaval. Qiao Dou, what exactly is your son nning? He¡¯s truly beyond myprehension.¡±


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 Chapter 8

    C8 ¨C Fire Cloud Snake


    The news of Qin Dian¡¯s untimely demise rippled swiftly through Martial Sun City. The Zhang family was taken aback, but their shock was shared by every resident of the city.


    Previously, Qiao Mao, the son of Qiao Dou, was known for his unremarkable talent and feeble cultivation. He wasrgely overlooked by the masses. Yet, this incident thrust him into the limelight.


    ?Qiao Mao was acutely aware that without the Spirit me, he would be incapable of concocting pills. This would inevitably lead to a fallout with the Zhang family. Additionally, the internal strife within both the Qiao and Qin families was causing him distress. He foresaw a perilous future for himself, one that could also endanger Zhen Gui, his uncle, and others close to him.


    Qiao Mao surmised that the Qin family had likely already visited his home. Upon discovering it empty, they would head straight for the Qiao family. However, Qiao Guang had been covertly conspiring with the Qin family¡¯s upper echelon, which meant the situation wouldn¡¯t escte too much. Open conflict, at least for now, was not on the horizon.


    Determined, Qiao Mao raced to the base of Space Shattering Mountain. His n was to track Qin Jin, ambush him, and take the Spirit me.


    ?Upon reaching the mountain, Qiao Mao located a cliff with a narrow trail snaking along its midsection¡ªa necessary route to traverse the mountain. ¡°I¡¯ll lie in wait for Qin Jin here and then take him down,¡± he resolved. Concealing himself at the base of the cliff, he swiftly entered a meditative state, focusing on his breakthrough.


    ?Qin Jin was a formidable opponent, having reached Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven and mastered the Barbarian Elephant Spell. Knowing that Qin Jin would be apanied by strong warriors on his journey to the mountain added to Qiao Mao¡¯s anxiety. The gravity of Qin Jin acquiring the Spirit me and ascending to the status of Spirit me Master meant that his entourage would be formidable. The thought alone sent a shiver down Qiao Mao¡¯s spine, the weight of the impending challenge bearing heavily upon him.


    ¡°I only have one day left. I must make the most of my time, or the consequences will be dire.¡± Qiao Mao took out the Amethyst Chalcedony and gently bit into it. He quickly entered a state of deep cultivation.


    The Amethyst Chalcedony was exceedingly rare and valuable. A mere fragment was enough to send the Spiritual Energy within Qiao Mao¡¯s body into a frenzy. He swiftly began to circte the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique to assimte this energy.


    The Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique was a profound method inscribed by the Dragon n on the Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower. Qiao Mao couldn¡¯t determine its exact rank, but he knew it surpassed the Heaven Rank.


    As Qiao Mao continued with the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique, the Spiritual Energy within him was rapidly refined and funneled into his dantian, which began to expand swiftly.


    Just like during his first cultivation session, he was hit with intense pain. Qiao Mao was undergoing a cleansing of his marrow and bones, preparing to purge the impurities from his body.


    Seconds ticked by. Despite the excruciating pain, Qiao Mao persevered in his cultivation, and a thickyer of impurities began to ooze from his skin.


    His dantian kept expanding, but he was still some time away from a breakthrough. Determined, Qiao Mao bit off another piece of the Amethyst Chalcedony.


    His body became saturated with Spiritual Energy, and his dantian expanded yet again. The Spiritual Energy settled and transformed into Spirit Liquid, pooling back into his dantian.


    ¡°Just two more hours, and I¡¯m certain I¡¯ll achieve a breakthrough,¡± Qiao Mao thought, a flicker of excitement in his eyes. But at that moment, he sharply sensed a small group of people swiftly approaching the cliff.


    The group consisted of four individuals, led by Qin Jin. Following him were two Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven warriors and a Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven master.


    Upon detecting their approach, Qiao Mao quickly concealed his Divine Sense. He hadn¡¯t anticipated Qin Jin¡¯s early arrival, especially with a Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven expert in tow.


    ¡°Damn it! Qin Jin has moved up his ns,¡± Qiao Mao thought, anxiety gripping him at the base of the cliff. At present, with only the strength of Mortality Transcending Level One Heaven and no breakthrough in sight, he was no match for them.


    As Qin Jin and hispanions made a beeline for the mountain, Qiao Mao felt a surge of urgency. Yet, he remained stationary, channeling his energy into a breakthrough instead.


    Two hourster, Qiao Mao¡¯s efforts bore fruit as he achieved a sessful breakthrough. A wave of tion filled his heart, and a sharp gleam shed in his eyes. Before long, he located Qin Jin and the rest of the group.


    They were on a teau, engaged in battle with arge red snake as thick as a bowl¡ªthe Fire Cloud Snake. Qin Jin and his team were on the offensive.


    ¡°It¡¯s a mid-stage Level One Fire Cloud Snake. It¡¯s no surprise that Qin Jin has enlisted the help of a Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven expert,¡± Qiao Mao whispered to himself from a concealed spot.


    The Fire Cloud Snake relentlessly spewed mes, the sh fierce and unyielding. Qin Jin¡¯s group appeared disheveled, yet they held a slight upper hand.


    A mid-stage Level One Fire Cloud Snake was on par with experts from Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven to Level Six Heaven, but this particr snake seemed to possess superior strength.


    The fight had been raging for two hours, and it was clear that Qin Jin and his allies intended to wear down the Fire Cloud Snake over an extended period.


    ¡°With my current power, I can handle foes at Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven without issue, and I¡¯m capable of escaping from those at Level Five Heaven. But to wrest the Fire Cloud Snake away from them is a formidable challenge,¡± he contemted.


    ¡°My sole opportunity lies in striking during the heated battle between Qin Jin and the Fire Cloud Snake. Sess hinges on my ability to eliminate the Level Five Heaven expert with a single blow.¡±


    A Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven martial artist was undoubtedly formidable, respected even among guards and capable of assuming various roles. The warrior before him, a captain, was no exception.


    The captain, with his advanced cultivation and formidable strength, led the assault against the Fire Cloud Snake. Qin Jin and the other two provided support, nking him.


    The Fire Cloud Snake, with its colossal frame, swept the area. The captain was pressed into retreat, but not before Qin Jin and the others managed to inflict severe injuries on the snake.


    At that moment, the Fire Cloud Snake was riddled with wounds, its red blood seeping from numerous injuries. Qin Jin and hispanions were equally exhausted. The end of the battle was near.


    The Fire Cloud Snake unleashed a burst of mes, pushing the group back once again. It then began to retreat rapidly, clearly unable to withstand their assault and seeking an escape.


    ¡°Let¡¯s see where you can run to,¡± Qin Jin bellowed withughter, pursuing the creature. A cold smirk appeared on the captain¡¯s face as he unleashed a torrent of Spiritual Energy that battered the Fire Cloud Snake.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s gaze remained fixed on the battlefield, vignt not to miss the prime moment.


    ¡°Now,¡± Qiao Mao silentlymanded, his entire body lunging towards the captain from the shadows.


    ¡°Go to hell,¡± the captain sneered, watching the Fire Cloud Snake¡¯s continued struggle. But abruptly, he sensed a lethal intent from behind and quickly turned around.


    ¡°Wind Thunder Palm!¡±


    Qiao Mao¡¯s shout echoed as he had already prepared the Wind Thunder Palm, bringing it down fiercely towards the captain¡¯s forehead.


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    C9 ¨C Spirit Beast Heart!


    In the captain¡¯s eyes, Qiao Mao¡¯s palm seemed to loomrger andrger. It was toote for the captain to evade, leaving him defenseless.


    When Qiao Mao¡¯s palm struck, the captain¡¯s head burst open, spilling blood and brain matter that stained Qiao Mao¡¯s hand.


    Qiao Mao didn¡¯t dwell on the gruesome scene. He quickly distanced himself from the captain. He was pleasantly surprised at how effortlessly he had taken down the formidable Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven captain.


    Yet, in the dead of night, out in the deste wilderness, the captain had not anticipated falling victim to such a resolute assassin. Consequently, his eyes remained wide open in death, reflecting his unyielding spirit and fury.


    ¡°Qiao Mao!¡±


    Two Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven warriors cried out in unison. Qiao Mao had in Qin Dian during the day and was now being pursued by the Qin family. How could he possibly show up here at this hour?


    ¡°You killed my brother, Qin Dian, and you have the audacity to ambush us!¡± Qin Jin seethed. His eyes were ice-cold as he red at Qiao Mao.


    Qin Jin also recognized that Qiao Mao was after his Spirit me, which only fueled his rage.


    Relieved upon seeing the captain¡¯s body, Qiao Mao exhaled deeply. With the Level Five Heaven expert eliminated, dealing with the remaining three would be significantly easier.


    ¡°Qin Dian deserved it,¡± Qiao Mao retorted with a cold huff. Remembering how Qin Dian had intended to crush Qiao Shuang under a carriage, anger red within him.


    Qin Jin was no saint either. In Qiao Mao¡¯s past life, after bing a Spirit me Master, Qin Jin¡¯s arrogance knew no bounds as he oppressed others.


    Qin Jin¡¯s rise to Spirit me Master had bolstered the Qin family¡¯s power and hastened the downfall of the Qiao family. He was also the instigator behind subsequent events. It was only natural that he was a prime target on Qiao Mao¡¯s hit list.


    ¡°You¡¯re the one who¡¯s going to die!¡± Qin Jin shouted in rage. He lunged at Qiao Mao, while the other two guards sprang into action, ready to encircle and eliminate Qiao Mao.


    A glint of cold light shed in Qiao Mao¡¯s eyes as he charged at the two guards. Though they were both at Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven, like Qin Jin, they were somewhat weaker in strength.


    ¡°Go to hell!¡±


    Qiao Maounched a flurry of attacks with incredible speed. At Mortality Transcending Level Two Heaven, he engaged the guards in directbat. Unleashing the Wind Thunder Hand, he swiftly killed one guard.


    Despite being outmatched in rank, Qiao Mao¡¯s past lifebat experience allowed him to quickly dispatch the second guard.


    Qin Jin watched in fury as his two guards, whom the Qin family had heavily invested in, were in by Qiao Mao, along with the previously fallen Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven experts.


    ¡°Barbarian Elephant Ground Shaking.¡±


    ¡°Barbarian Elephant Flying.¡±


    Qin Jin executed two major skills from the Barbarian Elephant Spell. The massive shockwave surged towards Qiao Mao, who, anticipating Qin Jin¡¯s power, had already retreated.


    ¡°Wind Thunder Hand.¡±


    Qiao Mao evaded Qin Jin¡¯s assault and stomped the ground forcefully. He then struck Qin Jin¡¯s shoulder with a swift palm movement, shattering it.


    Facing a Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven expert head-on, Qiao Mao¡¯s victory was uncertain. His previous life¡¯s battle experience couldn¡¯t bridge the gap in strength. However, in his skirmish with Qin Jin, Qiao Mao moved with lethal precision.


    Continuing his onught, Qiao Mao struck Qin Jin once more. Severely wounded, Qin Jin ultimately fell to Qiao Mao¡¯s relentless attacks.


    With a detached gaze, Qiao Mao surveyed the four lifeless bodies before pursuing the Fire Cloud Snake.


    During his battle, the Fire Cloud Snake had fled, gravely injured. Now, teetering on the brink of death, it was swiftly located by Qiao Mao.


    Qiao Mao drew a knife and sliced open the Fire Cloud Snake¡¯s belly, revealing a thumb-sized red crystal radiating intense heat. This was the Fire Cloud Snake¡¯s Spirit me Kindling.


    As long as he merged the Spirit me Kindling with his body, Qiao Mao would be on his way to bing a Spirit me Master. He could then craft the Jade Spirit Pill to heal the hidden ailments in Zhang Yu¡¯s legs.


    Having secured the Spirit me Kindling, Qiao Mao set to work skinning the Fire Cloud Snake. Despite the creature¡¯sck of formidable strength, its hide was exceedingly valuable. He nned tobine the skin with various metals to create a piece of soft armor. Wearing this armor would protect him from harm, even if he faced the fierce onught of a Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven warrior.


    ¡°This Fire Cloud Snake is dead, yet it still radiates Spiritual Energy. Could it possess the heart of a Spirit Beast?¡± Qiao Mao pondered.


    ?As he sliced through the snake¡¯s hide, Qiao Mao noticed lingering Spiritual Energy within the carcass of the Fire Cloud Snake. He swiftly continued his work and soon uncovered a heart reeking of blood. His eyes sparkled with excitement, and with a smile, he remarked, ¡°I never imagined this Fire Cloud Snake would not only nurture a fire seed but also a Spirit Beast Heart.¡±


    The birth of a fire seed within a Demonic Beast was an exceedingly rare urrence, making the existence of Spirit me Masters quite scarce. Even more umon was a Demonic Beast that could produce a Spirit Beast Heart. Qiao Mao felt incredibly fortunate; the Fire Cloud Snake had been harboring both a fire seed and a Spirit Beast Heart.


    The Spirit Beast Heart was a treasure beyond even the Amethyst Chalcedony. Consuming it would instantly elevate his cultivation level by one realm, free of any adverse effects.


    Without hesitation, Qiao Mao devoured the heart, his mouth awash with the taste of fresh blood. Almost immediately, his internal energy surged, and he broke through to Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven, purging his body of impurities in the process.


    Advancing two realms in a single day was beyond belief. Even Qiao Mao, who had lived for more than two centuries in his past life, was taken aback by the delightful surprise.


    ¡°Now, I¡¯m confident that I could take down a Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven expert inbat,¡± Qiao Mao said, his smile tinged with a newfound assurance.


    In his past life, Qiao Mao possessed the cultivation level of the Celestial River Stage. Now, as he embarked on the path of cultivation once more, he had no concerns about instability due to rapid breakthroughs. After solidifying his Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven cultivation, he returned to the site where Qin Jin and hispanions had met their demise. He began to examine their bodies.


    Just as Qiao Mao anticipated, he discovered an Ice Purity Pill and a Fire Storage Bead on Qin Jin¡¯s body.


    ¡°He actually managed to collect all theseponents necessary for refining the fire seed,¡± Qiao Mao noted with a flicker of excitement in his eyes.


    To be a Spirit me Master, he needed the Fire Storage Bead to contain the fire seed. Although the bead he found wasn¡¯t of the highest quality, it perfectly addressed Qiao Mao¡¯s immediate need.


    The Ice Purity Pill, a Grade Nine pill, was capable of neutralizing high temperatures. It was an essential Spirit Pill for transforming Spirit me Kindling into the prowess of a Spirit me Master.


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    C10 ¨C Spirit me Master!


    Armed with these two items, Qiao Mao could forge the Spirit me Kindling and ascend to the rank of a true Spirit me Master.


    Having secured his treasures, Qiao Mao swiftly descended the mountain and, under cover of night, made his way to the Zhang family estate.


    Upon seeing Qiao Mao¡¯s ragged attire and the bloodstains, Zhang Tianbei was momentarily taken aback. He then chuckled with a hint of mischief, ¡°Qiao Mao, you¡¯ve got some nerve showing up. The major forces in Martial Sun City are all on the lookout for you.¡±


    ¡°Really?¡± Qiao Mao replied with a slight smile, his tone nonchnt. ¡°Patriarch Zhang, are you nning to turn me over to the Qin family for the bounty?¡±


    ¡°Nonsense. The Zhang family fears no one, least of all the Qin family,¡± Zhang Tianbei retorted, mming his fist on the table in a show of defiance. His expression then turned serious, ¡°We may not fear the Qin family, but if you fail to deliver the Jade Spirit Pill, I¡¯ll have no choice but to deal with you myself. And then, those searching for you will be none the wiser.¡±


    ¡°Rest assured, you won¡¯t have to resort to that. I¡¯ll have the Jade Spirit Pill ready within three days,¡± Qiao Mao stated calmly. Now in possession of the Spirit me Kindling, the Fire Storage Bead, and the Ice Purity Pill, he had all he needed to be a Spirit me Master whenever he chose.


    Zhang Tianbei¡¯s grip on his teacup was so intense that it shattered, spilling blood. Yet he paid no mind to his injury, his face etched with gravity. His breathing grewbored as he asked, ¡°You¡¯re serious?¡±


    Qiao Mao nodded earnestly. He was well aware of Zhang Tianbei¡¯s deep affection for Zhang Yu. It was Zhang Tianbei¡¯s unwavering support that had ensured Zhang Yu¡¯s position as the Young Lord of the Zhang family remained unchallenged over the years.


    The chronic ailment that gued Zhang Yu¡¯s leg had tormented both him and Zhang Tianbei for many years. Now, faced with a glimmer of hope, Zhang Tianbei was visibly moved, speechless, tears streaming down his face.


    It took some time for Zhang Tianbei to regain hisposure. He turned away, discreetly wiping the tears from his eyes before bursting into a heartyugh. ¡°Impressive as always. Have no fear. Cure Binn¡¯s leg, and you¡¯ll have my full support in whatever you need.¡±


    When Qiao Mao heard Patriarch Zhang¡¯s words, he felt a momentary softening in his heart. His father had ventured into Fallen Cloud Valley, and his fate was uncertain. Qiao Mao had no clue about his father¡¯s current condition.


    Nevertheless, Qiao Mao swiftly regained hisposure. He knew that he needed to grow stronger quickly if he was to have any hope of rescuing his father.


    ¡°Patriarch Zhang, please prepare all the ingredients for the Jade Spirit Pill and provide me with a secret chamber,¡± Qiao Mao requested.


    ¡°Alright,¡± Zhang Tianbei readily consented. ¡°Use my cultivation chamber. It¡¯s a restricted area of the Zhang family. For many years, aside from Binn, you¡¯re the first to be granted ess.¡±


    Without a word, Qiao Mao followed Zhang Tianbei into the secret chamber. Although small, the chamber was filled with Spiritual Energy that was tenfold more potent than the outside world, making it incredibly rich.


    ¡°Is this a Spirit Gathering Array? The Zhang family possesses such a hidden treasure?¡± Qiao Mao eximed, slightly taken aback. He now understood how the Zhang family had managed to maintain their standing in Martial Sun City without any powerful allies. This revtion solidified the Qin family¡¯s status as one of the Three Great Overlords, on par with the Qiao and Qin families.


    ¡°If the Zhang familycked a solid foundation, we would have perished long ago,¡± Zhang Tianbei stated with pride, clearly pleased with his secret chamber. The cultivation results here were ten times more effective than those achieved outside.


    Qiao Mao nodded in approval; this was the perfect ce for him to merge with the Spirit me Kindling. ¡°Patriarch Zhang, while I am in seclusion, I ask that you look after my mother and uncle,¡± he said.


    ¡°Rest assured. They will not be harmed,¡± Zhang Tianbei replied with a solemn nod. He had, in fact, already arranged for protection for Zhen Gui and the others when the Qin family had issued a city-wide search for Qiao Mao.


    As the secret chamber¡¯s door slowly closed, Zhang Tianbei¡¯s expression turned somewhat enigmatic. At that moment, a young man in a wheelchair appeared behind him.


    ¡°Father, Qiao Mao is shrouded in mystery. I can¡¯t quite figure him out,¡± said Zhang Yu, furrowing his brow. He had been covertly observing Qiao Mao during the exchange with Patriarch Zhang but had gleaned nothing.


    Zhang Tianbei gazed at the imposing, ck door of the secret chamber, his expression growing solemn. ¡°It¡¯s not just you who can¡¯t see through him; I can¡¯t either,¡± he said. ¡°This individual is not only a Spirit me Master but also has the ability to unravel the formation protecting this chamber. He¡¯s truly enigmatic.¡±


    Zhang Tianbei had suspected Qiao Mao was a Spirit me Master when he requested the herbs and ess to the secret room. What he hadn¡¯t anticipated was the breadth of Qiao Mao¡¯s experience. His insights into formations were notable. He seemed less like a fifteen-year-old boy and more like an ancient sage who had lived for eons.


    Moreover, Zhang Tianbei felt that Qiao Mao was shrouded in secrets. Despite his efforts to uncover the truth, Qiao Mao¡¯s real identity remained elusive.


    ¡°Should we look into the forces backing this Qiao Mao?¡± Zhang Yu pondered aloud.


    Zhang Tianbei, however, shook his head and advised with gravity, ¡°Binn, there are things we¡¯re better off not knowing. If we uncover them, it could spell grave danger for us¡ªwe could end up dead.¡±


    Upon entering the secret room, Qiao Mao quickly surveyed his surroundings before settling at the heart of the Spirit Gathering Array tomence the refinement of the Spirit me Kindling.


    Releasing the Spirit me Kindling, a fearsome me burst forth, consuming the Spiritual Energy around it. With minimal effort, Qiao Mao subdued the me, restoring it to a stable state.


    Next, Qiao Mao retrieved the Fire Storage Bead and the Ice Purity Pill. He fine-tuned his condition to its pinnacle, ready for the task at hand.


    The initial step in refining the Spirit me Kindling was to process the Fire Storage Bead, a task Qiao Mao found trivial. He aplished it with ease.


    Then, he ingested the Ice Purity Pill. Instantly, a refreshing chill spread through him, rapidly lowering his body temperature. The coolness emanating from him caused the secret room¡¯s temperature to plummet.


    Having refined both the Fire Storage Bead and the Ice Purity Pill, Qiao Mao¡¯s demeanor turned grave. He eyed the thumb-sized Spirit me Kindling in his hand, furrowed his brow slightly, and swallowed it whole.


    The moment the Spirit me Kindling entered his system, Qiao Mao felt an intense burning sensation within. The pain was excruciating. Had he not taken the Ice Purity Pill beforehand, his internal organs might have been incinerated.


    Despite the intensity of the pain, Qiao Mao rapidly channeled Spiritual Energy to envelop his organs, swiftly refining the Spirit me Kindling.


    Enduring the excruciating process was essential for Qiao Mao; failing to be a Spirit me Master would leave him with no way to justify himself to Zhang Tianbei.


    Qiao Mao spent the entire day engulfed in searing heat. His past life¡¯s experience proved invaluable, enabling him to eventually seed in the refinement.


    Upon sessful refinement, Qiao Mao was visibly drained, yet his eyes sparkled with irrepressible excitement.


    ¡°Bing a Spirit me Master is the key to my rapid ascent. Qiao Guang, and all of the Qin family, brace yourselves for my wrath.¡±


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    C11 ¨C Borrowing Bow


    After sessfully refining the fire seed, Qiao Mao wasted no time. His top priority was to craft the Jade Spirit Pill and heal Zhang Yu¡¯s leg.


    For Qiao Mao, the task was simple. With just a thought, a wisp of Spirit me appeared on his fingertip. He expertly manipted the Spirit me in the palm of his hand.


    Typically, a Pill Furnace is needed to refine Spirit Pills. But in Qiao Mao¡¯s Previous Life, he was a Spirit me Great Master. His pill-refining skills were exceptional, allowing him to refine pills in the palm of his hand.


    The Spirit me danced, creating a fiery domain. Qiao Mao swiftly tossed the necessary herbs for the Jade Spirit Pill into the fiery domain and began the refining process.


    ¡°Currently, my cultivation level is too low, and the Spiritual Energy is replenishing too slowly, which means the pill-refining process is considerably slower,¡± Qiao Mao reflected with a slight sigh, watching the herbs meld together in his hand.


    If his cultivation level were higher and the Spiritual Energy replenished faster, Qiao Mao could produce a Jade Spirit Pill in just half an hour. But now, it took him a whole day to refine a single pill.


    In addition to the Jade Spirit Pill, Qiao Mao also crafted some Spirit Returning Pills, incorporating their ingredients into the Jade Spirit Pill¡¯s form.


    Three dayster, Zhang Tianbei and his son were anxiously waiting outside the chamber.


    The door to the secret room swung open, revealing Qiao Mao. Zhang Tianbei stepped forward, stopping about a meter away from Qiao Mao, and inquired, ¡°Have you sessfully refined the Jade Spirit Pill?¡±


    ¡°Indeed,¡± Qiao Mao replied with a serene smile.


    Zhang Tianbei was overwhelmed with excitement at the news. Zhang Yu, sitting in his wheelchair, rolled closer to join in the anticipation. They were both visibly thrilled.


    Under their eager and hopeful stares, Qiao Mao produced a small, green pill that radiated a fragrant aroma ¨C the Jade Spirit Pill.


    Zhang Tianbei¡¯s hands shook as he epted the pill. He then turned and handed the Jade Spirit Pill to Zhang Yu, saying, ¡°Binn, go into seclusion and begin the refinement process immediately.¡±


    Zhang Yu remained silent, simply giving a heavy nod. He wheeled himself into his Cultivation Room, ready to focus on cultivating and refining the Jade Spirit Pill.


    ¡°Mr. Qiao, Binn¡¯s full recovery is entirely your doing,¡± Zhang Tianbei expressed with great joy, his voice taking on an exceedingly polite tone. He even addressed Qiao Mao as Mr. Qiao.


    The Zhang family is one of the three major families in Martial Sun City, and Zhang Tianbei holds a high status there. Yet, he was showing considerable courtesy to Qiao Mao.


    ¡°There¡¯s no need for thanks. Just understand that our cooperation is mutually beneficial,¡± Qiao Mao cut in, interrupting Zhang Tianbei. He was somewhat taken aback upon seeing Zhang Yu¡¯s retreating figure.


    Zhang Tianbei paused, a moment of realization dawning on him. At present, Qiao Mao was at odds with the Qin family. If Qiao Mao could take down the Qin family, it would greatly benefit the Zhang family.


    ¡°Indeed, it¡¯s a win-win situation,¡± Zhang Tianbei dered,ughing heartily.


    ¡°Patriarch Zhang, if there¡¯s anything you need help with, just let me know,¡± Qiao Mao said before turning to head back to the secret chamber to continue his cultivation.


    Time was of the essence. Even with the support of a master like Zhang Tianbei, the threat posed by Qiao Guang¡¯s collusion with the Qin family loomedrge. Moreover, if Zhang Tianbei were to assist him openly, Qiao Guang and his cohorts would surely brand him a traitor,plicating matters further.


    Strengthening his own power was the clear path forward. Thus, Qiao Mao returned to Zhang Tianbei¡¯s secret chamber to begin his cultivation in earnest.


    After swallowing a previously refined Spirit Recovery Pill, Qiao Maomenced his practice of the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique. The chamber was rich with Spiritual Energy, offering an abundance tenfold greater than the outside world.


    As a result, Qiao Mao¡¯s cultivation advanced rapidly. In less than half a day, he reached the pinnacle of Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven and was on the cusp of a breakthrough.


    The Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique proved to be immensely potent. It relentlessly purged impurities from Qiao Mao¡¯s body, rendering his physical form increasingly pure.


    As Qiao Mao refined Spirit Pill after Spirit Pill, his cultivation soared, breaking through to Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven. The power within him surged like a mighty torrent.


    Despite having reached the Celestial River Stage in his previous life, Qiao Mao was astounded by this newfound strength. ¡°The Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique truly is formidable,¡± he eximed with excitement. ¡°Its power wastent before, but now that I¡¯ve reached Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven, its formidable strength has be apparent.¡±


    There are two significant bottlenecks within the Mortality Transcending Stage, at Level Four Heaven and Level Nine Heaven. Most martial artists would spend years unable to advance past these points.


    Level Nine Heaven is the final step before ascending to the Spirit Wheel Stage, making it critically important and notoriously difficult to master.


    The strength of the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique began to manifest as Qiao Mao reached Level Four Heaven. His body¡¯s Spiritual Energy was now several times more potent than that of an average person.


    While Qiao Mao was reveling in the joy of his breakthrough, the door to the Cultivation Room swung open. Zhang Tianbei entered in haste, announcing, ¡°There¡¯s trouble. Your mother has gone to the ancient temple outside the city.¡±


    ¡°What?¡± Qiao Mao rose to his feet, rmed.


    ¡°The Qin family has spread rumors that you¡¯ve been captured. Worried for you, your mother has gone to the ancient temple outside the city,¡± Zhang Tianbei confessed, remorse in his voice. ¡°I¡¯m responsible for this. My men failed to stop her.¡±


    A fearsome intent to kill shed in Qiao Mao¡¯s eyes. He had earlier instructed his mother to seek out Qiao Shen precisely to prevent such a mishap. Yet, his fears had materialized.


    Qiao Mao hadn¡¯t anticipated the Qin family would resort to such tactics. He urgently requested, ¡°Patriarch Zhang, I must borrow your family¡¯s Profound Iron Bow. I will be sure to repay this favor handsomely in the future.¡±


    Zhang Tianbei¡¯s brow creased slightly upon hearing the request for the Profound Iron Bow, but he ultimately consented. He produced a ck iron bow¡ªthe very Profound Iron Bow Qiao Mao had mentioned.


    Forged from ck gold Sinking Iron, the bow was entirely ck, emitting a daunting ck gleam. Weighing over two hundred kilograms, it was a heavy bow with exceptional prating power, effective up to three hundred meters.


    Moreover, the Profound Iron Bow is a semi-finished spiritual weapon. In the past, Zhang Tianbei¡¯s father used this very bow to y over a hundred warriors in Martial Sun City, elevating the Zhang family to the status of one of the Three Great Overlords. Since then, the Zhang, Qiao, and Qin families have stood as equals.


    ¡°This Profound Iron Bow is the treasured heirloom of our Zhang family. You must ensure that it is returned to me undamaged,¡± Zhang Tianbei stated with gravity as he passed the Profound Iron Bow to Qiao Mao.


    Qiao Mao swiftly epted the Profound Iron Bow. As soon as he grasped it, a chill emanated from the bow. Simultaneously, his wrist flickered, nearly causing him to drop it.


    ¡°Fine bow,¡± Qiao Mao remarked, gripping the Profound Iron Bow with appreciation. To his greater astonishment, the bow seemed to radiate an intangible aura of lethal force.


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    C12 ¨C Army Breaking Arrow


    Qiao Mao had long been aware of the Profound Iron Bow¡¯s reputation, yet he had never had the chance toy eyes on it. With the downfall of the Qiao family, the Qin family rose to be the most formidable force in Martial Sun City. The Zhang family, once closely trailing the Qiao family, also suffered a significant setback. As a result, the whereabouts of the Profound Iron Bow became unknown amidst the Zhang family¡¯s decline.


    Now, as Qiao Mao gripped the Profound Iron Bow, he could feel its formidable power firsthand and couldn¡¯t help but express his admiration.


    Zhang Tianbei wore a look of pride. The Profound Iron Bow was the Zhang family¡¯s most treasured possession, seldom disyed. Even the esteemed elders of the Zhang family rarely had the chance to inspect it up close, much less outsiders. Yet, here it was in Qiao Mao¡¯s hands.


    ¡°Thank you very much,¡± Qiao Mao said with gratitude.


    He was acutely aware that for Zhang Tianbei, loaning out the Profound Iron Bow was a significant gesture. Qiao Mao had already taken note of this act of kindness.


    Zhang Tianbei gestured dismissively and spoke with urgency, ¡°Time is of the essence. Head to the ancient temple outside the city now. I¡¯ll arrange for additional troops to support you in rescuing your mother.¡±


    Qiao Mao offered a smile in response, ¡°I appreciate your generosity. With the Profound Iron Bow, I am more than capable of handling them on my own.¡±


    Their exchange might have seemed lengthy, but it had transpired in mere moments. Without further ado, Qiao Mao sprang into action, dashing towards the ancient temple outside the city with all haste.


    The temple was a short distance from Martial Sun City, and the Zhang family had dispatched skilled martial artists to covertly track Zhen Gui, ensuring she wouldn¡¯t be harmed immediately. Qiao Mao was confident he would arrive in time.


    ¡°They couldn¡¯t possibly defeat me; I am the true assassin,¡± Qiao Mao muttered with scorn. He then delved into the recesses of his mind, seeking out martial techniques.


    The Profound Iron Bow¡¯s might was undeniable, but without the proper archery skills, its full potential would remain untapped. Therefore, Qiao Mao was intent on finding a tome detailing archery techniques toplement the bow and enhance his prowess in battle.


    Qiao Mao rifled through his memories and quickly located a Yellow Rank Middle Grade secret manual detailing archery techniques, known as the Army Breaking Arrow.


    Despite being a Yellow Rank Middle Grade technique, Qiao Mao was aware that the Army Breaking Arrow martial skill was quite intricate and not as straightforward as it appeared.


    During a rebellion in the Imperial Capital of Fire Crow Country, the city was besieged by an army of millions. As the city neared its fall, a martial artist of exceptional skill emerged¡ªKe Shan. Wielding a great bow, he loosed an arrow that soared through the enemy ranks, striking down the rebel leader and averting the crisis in Fire Crow Country. Ke Shan was henceforth revered as the Arrow God, a title of unparalleled glory.


    Legend has it that when Ke Shan fired that fateful arrow, darkness enveloped the world, and the vast army crumbled, unable to withstand his might.


    ¡°In Fire Crow Country, aside from Ke Shan, there is no one else capable of piercing through a million soldiers to directly strike the leader,¡± Qiao Mao remarked with respect.


    The Army Breaking Arrow, a Yellow Rank Middle Grade Archery skill, was inspired by the Arrow God Ke Shan¡¯s legendary shot. Though not crafted by the Arrow God himself, it was the most formidable among the lower-tier archery skills Qiao Mao had encountered, even surpassing the typical Yellow Rank High Grade Archery in power.


    Qiao Mao deepened hisprehension of the Army Breaking Arrow, swiftly grasping its core principles. Clutching the Profound Iron Bow, he drew it taut.


    His body¡¯s spiritual energy coalesced into a Spiritual Energy Arrow atop the Profound Iron Bow, radiating a brilliant green glow and an impressive presence. The light casting upon Qiao Mao¡¯s face stirred a sense of awe within him.


    A sound pierced the air.


    Without a moment¡¯s hesitation, Qiao Mao gently released the bowstring, and the green Spiritual Energy Arrow burst forth, apanied by a resounding st.


    Momentster, a mighty tree 150 meters ahead was shattered by the Spiritual Energy Arrow.


    Witnessing the spectacle, Qiao Mao¡¯s tion was unmistakable. Eagerly, he drew his bow and fired once more, filling the sky with a session of explosive echoes.


    ¡°The Army Breaking Arrow, when paired with the Profound Iron Bow, unleashes formidable power. It can instantly kill a martial artist at Mortality Transcending Level Five. Even those at Mortality Transcending Level Six might find themselves unable to withstand its might,¡± Qiao Mao said with palpable excitement.


    Time was of the essence. Qiao Mao dared not dy, quickening his pace. He continued to refine his technique with the Army Breaking Arrow even as he moved.


    In under half an hour, Qiao Mao had mastered the Army Breaking Arrow to the stage of Small Completion, significantly enhancing his strength. Concurrently, he reached the ancient temple on the outskirts of the city.


    The temple, long abandoned, was in ruins, with broken walls scattered across its expansive 600 square meter grounds. Upon arrival, Qiao Mao immediately sensed a dozen formidable presences.


    Among these presences, two were at Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven, stationed around the temple¡¯s perimeter¡ªclearly experts dispatched by the Zhang family.


    Inside the temple, there were five auras at Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven and four at Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven. One of these belonged to Zhen Gui.


    But then, Qiao Mao¡¯s heart skipped a beat. He turned his attention to a certain direction deep within the temple, where he detected an overwhelmingly fearsome aura. The individual there was a Martial Dao Expert at Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven.


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    Confronted with the aura of a Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Martial Dao Expert, Qiao Mao¡¯s expression turned grave. ¡°It appears the Qin family is resolute in their desire to end my life. They¡¯ve even called upon a Martial Dao Great Master for the task,¡± he muttered with a cold scoff.


    In the world of Martial Dao, Mortality Transcending is merely the beginning. Yet, Martial Dao Experts at Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven are exceedingly rare in Martial Sun City and hold esteemed positions.


    This rarity is due to the substantial increase in a martial artist¡¯sbat prowess upon reaching Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven, earning them the title of Martial Dao Great Master.


    Taking a brief pause, Qiao Mao concealed his presence. He stealthily navigated past the Zhang family¡¯s duo, making his way toward the temple¡¯s interior, all the while remaining undetected by the two martial artists.


    However, it made sense. Although Qiao Mao¡¯s current level of cultivation wasn¡¯t high, his past life¡¯s experience made it easy for him to evade them. But if he were to be discovered by the Martial Dao Great Master who had attained Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven, the consequences would be dire.


    Soon enough, Qiao Mao caught sight of his mother, Zhen Gui, in a rather dire state. She was bound to a pir, her hair unkempt, her eyes vacant and devoid of life.


    Around Zhen Gui stood five martial artists at Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven, each brandishing arge de and gazing at her with mocking amusement.


    One of the martial artists chuckled and jeered, ¡°This is the first time I¡¯ve seen the renowned Qiao Dou¡¯s wife in such a pitiful state.¡±


    At the mention of Qiao Dou¡¯s name, the others froze, clearly intimidated by the mere thought of him.


    The first martial artist, however, was not cowed by Qiao Dou. He scoffed, ¡°Brothers, you¡¯re being overly cautious. Qiao Dou has already ventured into Fallen Cloud Valley, so there¡¯s no need to fear him.¡±


    Upon hearing that Qiao Dou had entered Fallen Cloud Valley, the rest of the group rxed. Another spoke up, ¡°Exactly, we have no reason to fear Qiao Dou. He¡¯s in Fallen Cloud Valley and won¡¯t be able to return.¡±


    ¡°No matter how formidable Qiao Dou may be, we¡¯ve captured his wife. And his son is being hunted by the Qin family to the extent that he dares not return.¡±


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 Chapter 13

    C13 ¨C Martial Dao Great Master!


    The group continued to mock Zhen Gui relentlessly.


    Her hair was disheveled, and her eyes zed with a murderous look. Despite her best efforts to fight back, her powers had been sealed, leaving herpletely immobilized.


    ¡°Mao, please don¡¯te. My death is insignificant, but if you were to get hurt, I couldn¡¯t face yourte father,¡± Zhen Gui pleaded, feeling a wave of helplessness wash over her as tears filled her eyes. ¡°Go ahead and kill me; Mao won¡¯t show himself.¡±


    From the moment Zhen Gui set foot in the ancient temple, she knew it was a trapid by the Qin family to ensnare her and coerce Qiao Mao. At that moment, she contemted ending her life, unwilling to let her son risk his own to save her.


    A warrior from the Qin family scoffed, ¡°You think dying will be that easy? But don¡¯t fret, once we¡¯ve captured Qiao Mao, the two of you will meet your end together.¡±


    Qiao Mao, concealed in the shadows, seethed with rage at the sight of his mother¡¯s unkempt state. Yet, he managed to contain his anger, knowing that a direct assault on the Qin family would not only fail to rescue Zhen Gui but might also lead to his death within the temple¡¯s walls.


    ?¡±They¡¯ve dishonored my family; they will all pay with their lives,¡± Qiao Mao vowed silently. Clutching the Profound Iron Bow, he channeled Spiritual Energy to form a chillingly cold arrow, taking aim at one of the assants.


    The Spiritual Energy Arrow glinted menacingly as it trembled on the bowstring. With the release of the bow, it sliced through the air with lethal precision.


    The five who had been taunting Zhen Gui were suddenly gripped by an impending sense of doom. But before they could react, the Spiritual Energy Arrow had already prated the forehead of one of them.


    Despite the warrior¡¯s Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven status, his skull shattered in an instant, spilling blood and brains.


    The remaining four were left in shock, their faces drained of color.


    The five of them were Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven martial artists, renowned figures in Martial Sun City and Guard Captains of the Qin family. Yet, one of them was fatally shot through the head by an arrow.


    As two more Spiritual Energy Arrows flew toward them, the four remaining warriors shouted and scrambled to retreat. Tragically, two were pierced by the arrows before they could escape.


    In just a brief span, three of the five Guard Captainsy dead. The two survivors fled in haste. This sudden turn of events shocked the three Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven martial artists who had been concealed in the shadows, prompting them to reveal themselves.


    ¡°Who dares tounch such a brazen sneak attack on the Qin family¡¯s guards?¡± bellowed one of the Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven warriors. The assant¡¯s ability to kill a Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven warrior with a single arrow indicated a mastery of Archery.


    ¡°The Qin family¡¯s men bullying a woman is despicable! You all deserve to die!¡± Qiao Mao stated icily from his hidden vantage point. Noticing that the Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven martial artist remained inactive, he frowned in concern.


    Qiao Mao was certain of his ability to effortlessly dispatch the Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven Guard Captains and was undaunted by a Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven expert. However, the concealed Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven expert posed a lethal threat to him as a Martial Dao Great Master.


    ?¡±You¡¯re quiteposed. Let¡¯s see how long you can maintain thatposure,¡± Qiao Mao taunted with a sneer, swiftly changing his position. He then grasped the Profound Iron Bow, readying himself for the next strike.


    ?Determined to draw out the reluctant expert, Qiao Mao resolved to eliminate the others. Concealed in the darkness, he took aim at a Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven warrior and released a Spiritual Energy Arrow imbued with a fierce intent to kill.


    The targeted warrior¡¯s face nched as he quickly enacted his defenses. His robust Spiritual Energy burst forth, creating an immense Spiritual Energy Shield.


    However, the Spiritual Energy Arrow struck the shield with such force that it exploded on impact. The shield erected by the Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven warrior shattered, and his hands were left gruesomely mangled.


    A warrior screamed in agony, prompting the others to adopt a grave demeanor. The assant¡¯s strike was powerful enough to prate the defenses of a Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven warrior, suggesting his own skills likely surpassed theirs.


    ¡°It must be that little bastard¡¯s doing. Quick, defend yourselves!¡±


    One of them yelled, dashing towards Zhen Gui, intending to use her as a human shield. But before they could reach her, another Spiritual Energy Arrow was loosed, impaling the lead pursuer.


    In that moment, no one else dared to close in on Zhen Gui. Anyone who tried would be swiftly dispatched by Qiao Mao.


    Within a mere minute, Qiao Mao had in four adversaries. The remaining quartet, fear evident in their eyes, wore somber expressions.


    ¡°He¡¯s finally making his move.¡±


    Qiao Mao felt a measure of relief after ensuring Zhen Gui was safe. But just then, he sensed a formidable presence drawing near. It was the aura of a Martial Dao Great Master from Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven.


    This Martial Dao Great Master posed a genuine threat. Qiao Mao, vignt and armed with his Profound Iron Bow, made a beeline for Zhen Gui.


    Simultaneously, Qiao Mao kept firing Spiritual Energy Arrows, eliminating all the Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven Guard Captains. Among the three Martial Dao Experts of Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven, one fell, and two were wounded, their fighting prowess severely diminished.


    Qiao Mao rapidly closed in on thest two.


    ¡°So it is you.¡±


    Upon recognizing Qiao Mao, the pair erupted in rage. They had suspected him all along, and now their suspicions were confirmed, fueling their anger.


    Typically, Qiao Mao was seen as feeble and inept, with minimal cultivation. But now, having executed several Qin family experts, he had both surprised and enraged them.


    ¡°Damn you, die!¡± bellowed the Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Martial Dao Great Master.


    He had been covertly tracking Qiao Mao, never managing to locate him. But with Qiao Mao now in sight, he emerged, ring furiously at his quarry.


    Confronted by the Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Martial Dao Great Master, Qiao Mao responded with a chilling tone, ¡°Qin Zhiri.¡±


    The Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven expert was none other than Qin Jin¡¯s father, Qin Zhiri. In Qiao Mao¡¯s past life, Qin Zhiri was notorious for his wickedness, holding the title of the most feared bully in Martial Sun City.


    Following the downfall of the Qiao family in Martial Sun City, countless women from the family met their tragic ends at the hands of Qin Zhiri. Upon seeing him, Qiao Mao¡¯s desire for vengeance ignited with unstoppable fury.


    Qin Zhiri fixed Qiao Mao with a furious re, his rage intensifying as he surveyed the bodies strewn across the ground ¨C the fallen core members of the Qin family.


    ¡°You little bastard!¡± Qin Zhiri spat out with icy contempt, his eyes gleaming with a chilling light, barely restraining himself from killing Qiao Mao on the spot.


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 Chapter 14

    C14 ¨C Arrow God


    To be frank, Qiao Mao¡¯s stealthy assassination of the Qin Family Martial Artist had left Qin Zhiri reeling with shock. When had Martial Sun City acquired such a formidable archer? For safety¡¯s sake, he had opted to bide his time in a hidden spot, waiting for the right moment to act.


    Yet, upon discovering the identity of the assant, Qin Zhiri¡¯s shock swiftly morphed into a seething rage. He could hardly believe that the one who had taken out the Qin Family Martial Artist was the normally feeble Qiao Mao.


    Surveying the six bodies strewn on the ground, Qin Zhiri was ovee with grief. These Guard Captains were the Qin family¡¯s carefully cultivated backbone, and now all had fallen to Qiao Mao.


    Moreover, Qiao Mao had in his son.


    Qin Zhiri¡¯s face contorted as he erupted with the power of Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven, his entire being as ferocious as a wild beast.


    ¡°Mao, you can¡¯t defeat him. Get out of here quickly,¡± Zhen Gui cried out in desperation.


    Zhen Gui had been prepared to embrace death, yet she never anticipated her son would actually show up and eliminate several of the Qin family¡¯s elite.


    But the might Qin Zhiri unleashed was overwhelming. Even with Zhen Gui¡¯s Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven prowess, she wouldn¡¯tst a single exchange with him.


    ¡°Mother, don¡¯t worry. Today, you¡¯ll witness how I y our foes and exact your revenge,¡± Qiao Mao dered, fearlessly. His gaze was resolute as he grasped the Profound Iron Bow and took his stand at the center.


    Zhen Gui watched as Qiao Mao stood his ground, unyielding. Despite his slender frame, he was as steadfast as Mount Tai. She was profoundly moved, thinking, ¡°Perhaps he truly can defeat Qin Zhiri.¡±


    As this notion took hold in Zhen Gui¡¯s mind, Qiao Mao burst into action. Like lightning, he lunged at the two Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven masters.


    Though Qiao Mao¡¯s current level was merely Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven, his past life¡¯sbat experience gave him the confidence to contend with Qin Zhiri. However, with Zhen Gui present, he couldn¡¯t afford to gamble recklessly.


    Only by utterly vanquishing these two Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven masters could he eliminate any future threats. Then, when he shed with Qin Zhiri, he wouldn¡¯t have to be concerned about anyone targeting Zhen Gui.


    ¡°Your archery skills may be exceptional, but that doesn¡¯t mean you can best me,¡± one of the Qin Family Martial Artists sneered as Qiao Mao charged at him. He channeled his cultivation andunched an attack at Qiao Mao.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s lips curled into a scornful smile. Had his opponent not been wounded, he might have posed a challenge. In that moment, he hoisted the Profound Iron Bow and brought it down in a sweeping sh.


    The Profound Iron Bow, while not a sword, was made of a special material that made it far more formidable than ordinary weapons. Qiao Mao wielded it with deadly precision.


    The Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven warrior barely had time to react before he was cut down. The other, pale with fear, hastily retreated.


    ¡°Damn you, stop!¡± Qin Zhiri bellowed, his rage palpable. His Spiritual Energy surged wildly, coalescing into a massive palm that struck out at Qiao Mao.


    They had set out to hunt down Qiao Mao, but none had anticipated his formidable prowess. One by one, the skilled fighters fell to his de. At this point, Qin Zhiri was seething with anger.


    Qiao Mao swiftly stepped back, the Profound Iron Bow at the ready. He channeled his cultivation to meet his adversary head-on.


    The collision sent a thunderous boom echoing through the air. A tremendous force from the Profound Iron Bow reverberated up Qiao Mao¡¯s arm, leaving it numb and his hand torn. ¡°Taking on a Martial Dao Great Master is proving to be quite the challenge,¡± Qiao Mao murmured.


    Yet, without a moment¡¯s hesitation, he harnessed the recoil to propel himself towards thest remaining opponent. Defeating this man was crucial to engaging Qin Zhiri in a true battle.


    The recoil¡¯s energy surged through Qiao Mao, his speed reaching its peak. The remaining warrior, already terrified, stood no chance as Qiao Mao descended upon him like a ravenous wolf, swiftly ending his life.


    Zhen Gui watched with eyes brimming with concern, but deep within, a glimmer of pride shone through.


    ¡°Is this truly my son?¡± she marveled internally. Qiao Mao had dispatched two Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven warriors in the blink of an eye. Hisbat strength was nowparable to that of a Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Martial Dao Great Master, a rarity in Martial Sun City.


    ?¡±Little bastard, you¡¯ve in so many from my Qin family. Your death is certain,¡± Qin Zhiri seethed, his body shaking with rage. His eyes were bloodshot, resembling a wild beast that had lost all sense of reason.


    The loss of three experts from Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven and five from Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven was a blow no family in Martial Sun City could withstand.


    ¡°Anyone who insults my family must die,¡± Qiao Mao dered icily. He took up his Profound Iron Bow and fired a Spiritual Energy Arrow at Qin Zhiri.


    ¡°Your archery skills are unmatched, but they¡¯re futile against me,¡± Qin Zhiri boasted, swatting away the Spiritual Energy Arrow with a wave of his hand.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s brow furrowed in disappointment, but he quickly realized the challenge of taking down a Martial Dao Great Master of Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven wouldn¡¯t be simple.


    ¡°Then face the might of my Army Breaking Arrow,¡± Qiao Mao said, no longer hesitating. He channeled the power of the Army Breaking Arrow, causing the once-steady Spiritual Energy Arrow to quiver with intensity.


    Empowered by the Army Breaking Arrow, the Spiritual Energy Arrow thrashed like a caged tiger desperate for freedom.


    With Qiao Mao¡¯s release, the arrow burst forth, the air crackling in its wake, piercing through at a velocity five times its original speed.


    The arrow¡¯s killing intent was palpable. Even Qin Zhiri, a Martial Dao Great Master of Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven, felt an ominous shiver, sensing that danger was imminent.


    Qin Zhiri mounted a hasty defense, but when the Spiritual Energy Arrow detonated, his right arm was still wounded. Blood streamed down, dripping onto the earth below.


    ¡°How can his archery be so formidable?¡± Qin Zhiri thought in rm. Had his defense not been timely, his right arm might have beenpletely shattered. A sense of dread filled him as he resolved, ¡°If I don¡¯t kill Qiao Mao today, he will be a relentless threat to me in the future.¡±


    ¡°I will kill you!¡± Qin Zhiri bellowed, summoning his full power for the assault. Qiao Mao, taking no chances, wielded the Profound Iron Bow as his weapon, engaging Qin Zhiri inbat.


    Despite Qin Zhiri¡¯s overwhelming strength, Qiao Mao found it challenging to keep up. Yet, to Qin Zhiri¡¯s growing astonishment, he could not swiftly dispatch a cultivator of Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven.


    Furthermore, Qin Zhiri suddenly realized that Qiao Mao¡¯sbat experience had far exceeded his own. No matter how he attempted to strike down Qiao Mao, Qiao Mao seemed to effortlessly neutralize every attack.


    ¡°Could he possibly be an Old Monster who has lived for eons?¡± Qin Zhiri thought, startled. He quickly shook his head, dismissing the notion, and resolved firmly, ¡°Regardless, he must die by my hand today.¡±


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    C15 ¨C Kill Qin Zhiri!


    Qin Zhiri hadunched multiple full-force attacks on Qiao Mao, to no avail. His frustration had reached a boiling point.


    As a Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Martial Dao Great Master, it was humiliating for him to face a junior at Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven and not be able to inflict even the slightest injury, despite exerting all his might. The shame and rage he felt were overwhelming.


    Qin Zhiri¡¯s roar was bestial as he stamped his feet, causing the ground to tremble. His fists were enveloped in a tumultuous surge of Spiritual Energy, conjuring a Giant Elephant phantom.


    The appearance of the Giant Elephant phantom unleashed a formidable pressure that weighed heavily on Qiao Mao, making him feel as if he were being crushed.


    Qiao Mao swiftly increased the distance between himself and Qin Zhiri. His expression was grave, his eyes wary. Without hesitation, he activated his Wind Thunder Palm technique.


    Though Qiao Mao¡¯s rank was merely Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven, he had managed to defeat those of higher levels thanks to thebat experience from his past life. However, the chasm between Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven and Level Seven Heaven was vast, and his experience alone couldn¡¯t bridge it.


    ¡°I must resort to using it,¡± Qiao Mao dered, his gaze intensifying as he employed the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique. Spiritual Energy within him erupted, swelling like a massive tidal wave.


    As he executed the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique, he felt a torrent of power rushing to converge within his limbs and veins.


    It was akin to clutching a lit bomb, ready to detonate at any moment and unleash an immense force.


    ¡°Barbarian Elephant Ground-shaking, Barbarian Elephant Soaring to the Heavens.¡±


    With the Giant Elephant phantom formed, Qin Zhiri unleashed a series of shockwaves. Each wave seemed to carry the might of a colossal Barbarian Elephant, thundering forward with enough force to obliterate anything in its path.


    ¡°Little bastard, you¡¯re done for!¡± Qin Zhiriunched his martial skill at Qiao Mao, his face twisting into a cruel smirk. ¡°Once I¡¯ve finished you off, I¡¯ll go after your mother. She¡¯ll witness your death firsthand.¡±


    Qiao Mao¡¯s eyes narrowed, a fierce resolve kindling within him. ¡°You won¡¯t get the chance,¡± he retorted icily.


    Qiao Mao could see that Qin Zhiri had mastered the Barbarian Elephant Spell to the point of Great Perfection. Qin Zhiri¡¯s strike was immensely powerful, so much so that even a Martial Dao Great Master of his caliber might struggle to defend against it.


    Yet, Qiao Mao had immense faith in the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique. After all, it was a divine skill from the Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower, capable of imprisoning the fiercest demons. Without any further hesitation, Qiao Mao simultaneously activated the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique and the Wind Thunder Palm. He gathered a terrifying force of Thunder Power in his hand and struck directly at the oing st of energy.


    Qin Zhiri, seeing Qiao Mao daring to meet his attack head-on, was initially thrilled. But as their attacks collided, his face instantly turned ashen.


    The Thunder Power in Qiao Mao¡¯s hands erupted, disintegrating the shockwaves that filled the air and shattering the illusion of the Barbarian Elephant.


    Qin Zhiri¡¯s face contorted with horror, his heart pounding in shock. He had spent decades perfecting the Barbarian Elephant Spell to reach Great Perfection and could not fathom how Qiao Mao had so easily withstood his blow.


    But Qiao Mao was not done. He persisted with the Wind Thunder Palm and the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique, the relentless power within him amplifying the Wind Thunder Palm¡¯s might several-fold.


    With a palm strike imbued with ferocious energy, Qiao Mao hit Qin Zhiri squarely in the chest. Qin Zhiri coughed up blood and was sent hurtling backward,nding with a thud and dying instantly.


    After ying Qin Zhiri, Qiao Mao inhaled deeply. He seemed unsteady on his feet for a moment, nearly copsing to the ground.


    However, Qiao Mao paid no mind to his own state, overwhelmed with tion. He had always known the strength of the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique, but its formidable power still took him by surprise. Even with over two centuries of experience from a past life, he couldn¡¯t contain his excitement.


    Throughout the ordeal, Zhen Gui remained silent. Shocked to her core, she whispered to herself in awe, ¡°How can my son be so powerful?¡±


    Qin Zhiri may not have been the top expert in Martial Sun City, but he was a Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Martial Dao Great Master. His status was respected everywhere.


    Yet, he was in by Qiao Mao. Zhen Gui even doubted whether Qiao Mao was truly her son.


    Qiao Mao gazed at Zhen Gui, steadying himself as he walked over to her. He released the seal binding Zhen Gui and said with a gentle smile, ¡°Mother.¡±


    In that moment, the tension in Qiao Mao¡¯s spirit and body eased, and he copsed onto the ground.


    ¡°Mao, what¡¯s wrong?¡± Zhen Gui, concerned, quickly helped him to his feet.


    ¡°Mother, I¡¯m alright,¡± Qiao Mao reassured her with a grin, though he felt a twinge of nervousness. Thebined might of the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique and Wind Thunder Palm was formidable, but it had drained all the Spiritual Energy from his body. At this point, any Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven warrior could defeat him.


    Qiao Mao chuckled ruefully to himself. In his past life, he had attained the Celestial River Stage and had never been worn out, even when battling the Nether n¡¯s army of a million. Yet today, he was exhausted from dispatching a single Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Martial Dao Great Master.


    ¡°It looks like I¡¯ll need to concoct some Spirit Explosion Pills next time, and I must enhance my cultivation as soon as possible.¡±


    The Spirit Explosion Pill could temporarily boost a person¡¯s cultivation by one level. Despite its significant side effects, it was preferable to beingpletely devoid of Spiritual Energy.


    Once Qiao Mao appeared to be truly unharmed, Zhen Gui let out a sigh of relief. She then focused on regaining her strength, aiming to return to her peak condition.


    A soft glow enveloped Zhen Gui as pale yellow Spiritual Energy billowed from within her. Her aura climbed steadily until it teaued at a stable level.


    Qiao Mao, too, swiftly recalibrated his state. His recovery was notably quicker than Zhen Gui¡¯s, thanks to his practice of the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique.


    Once Zhen Gui had regained her cultivation, Qiao Mao inquired, ¡°Mother, I noticed the Spiritual Energy was pale yellow while you were cultivating. Have you been practicing the Qiao family¡¯s Essence Sun Spell?¡±


    Zhen Gui was taken aback, not expecting Qiao Mao to recognize her cultivation technique. She nodded in confirmation, ¡°Yes, that is indeed the Qiao family¡¯s Essence Sun Spell.¡±


    Qiao Mao¡¯s brow furrowed ever so slightly. He was well-acquainted with the Essence Sun Spell, having acquired this cultivation technique from the Qiao Main Family in his past life.


    ¡°However, given my mother¡¯s talents, her cultivation shouldn¡¯t be advancing at such a sluggish pace after practicing the Yellow Rank High Grade Essence Sun Spell,¡± Qiao Mao mused, perplexed.


    With just one look, Qiao Mao could discern Zhen Gui¡¯s potential. While her innate ability might not rival Qiao Dou¡¯s, she was undoubtedly among the elite in Martial Sun City. Having practiced the Yellow Rank High Grade Essence Sun Spell, she should have already transcended to Mortality Transcending Level Nine Heaven, perhaps even reaching the Spirit Wheel Stage.


    Yet, Zhen Gui¡¯s cultivation level was stalled at Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven. When measured against a Martial Dao Great Master, her power fell short by an entire tier, leaving Qiao Mao riddled with doubts.


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    C16 ¨C Change


    Qiao Mao was perplexed. He employed his Divine Sense to examine Zhen Gui¡¯s body but detected no anomalies. After pondering for a moment, he asked, ¡°Mother, could you recite the incantation of the Essence Sun Spell you¡¯ve been practicing?¡±


    Upon hearing Qiao Mao¡¯s request for the Essence Sun Spell incantation, Zhen Gui assumed he intended to learn the technique himself. She shook her head and replied, ¡°This technique is a Yellow Rank High Grade and incredibly rare, but it¡¯s also notoriously difficult to master. I haven¡¯t made any progress in ten years.¡±


    In Martial Sun City, a Yellow Rank High Grade technique was exceedingly valuable, and the Qiao family possessed only this one. Zhen Gui feared that if Qiao Mao practiced the Essence Sun Spell, his cultivation might hit an insurmountable teau.


    Qiao Mao couldn¡¯t help but chuckle, quickly rifying, ¡°I¡¯m not looking to practice the Essence Sun Spell. My master once spoke of this technique, and I want to confirm something about it.¡±


    ¡°Your master is familiar with the Essence Sun Spell?¡± Zhen Gui eximed, taken aback. The Essence Sun Spell was a Secret Technique brought to the Qiao family of Martial Sun City by an ancestor from their n. It was a closely guarded secret, not to be shared with outsiders.


    Qiao Mao couldn¡¯t very well reveal that he had oncee across this technique in a n in his past life. He offered a reassuring smile and said, ¡°While the Essence Sun Spell is our Qiao family¡¯s Secret Technique, martial arts across the world share simrities. It¡¯s possible that the Essence Sun Spell my master referred to is the same as ours.¡±


    ¡°Very well. I¡¯ll recite the incantation for you to check against,¡± Zhen Gui conceded. She then recited the entire incantation of the Essence Sun Spell.


    After listening, Qiao Mao had an epiphany, ¡°Mother, it¡¯s not ack of talent on your part; the incantation of the Essence Sun Spell is iplete. That¡¯s the reason for your stagnation.¡±


    ¡°Iplete?¡± Zhen Gui questioned with a hint of confusion. ¡°I¡¯ve been practicing it for many years without ever sensing any ipleteness.¡±


    Qiao Mao inwardly sighed. His mother¡¯s talents were indeed exceptional, but her insight into the Martial Dao was sorely limited. She was unable to perceive the ipleteness of the Essence Sun Spell.


    ¡°Mother, the Essence Sun Spell is indeed iplete; it¡¯s missing thetter half. That¡¯s why you hit a wall when you reached the critical point in your cultivation¡ªyou didn¡¯t have theplete incantation,¡± Qiao Mao said with a gentle smile.


    He promptly recited the full incantation of the Essence Sun Spell. Zhen Gui, in turn, chanted thetter half while practicing her cultivation. Before long, a terrifying aura emanated from her.


    ¡°This is the presence of a Martial Dao Great Master,¡± Qiao Mao eximed in astonishment.


    He hadn¡¯t anticipated that his mother would show signs of a breakthrough so soon after he shared thetter half of the Essence Sun Spell with her. The indications were incredibly strong.


    ?Without hesitation, Qiao Mao deployed his Divine Sense to monitor their surroundings, safeguarding Zhen Gui as she focused on her cultivation.


    Protected by Qiao Mao, Zhen Gui had nothing to fear. She channeled the Essence Sun Spell with all her might, and within half an hour, she ascended to Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven.


    Following her breakthrough, Zhen Gui¡¯s momentum didn¡¯t wane in the slightest. She soared to the pinnacle of Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Peak before pausing. Opening her eyes, she eximed with excitement, ¡°Mao, I¡¯ve truly made it through.¡±


    ¡°Congrattions, Mother,¡± Qiao Mao said with a warm smile.


    Zhen Gui was overwhelmed with joy, tears streaming down her face. She had been stalled at Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven for a decade, persisting in her daily cultivation with no signs of progress. She could hardly believe that she had now advanced to the peak of Martial Dao Level Seven Heaven.


    ?Qiao Mao understood that Zhen Gui¡¯s rapid advancement was a result of her relentless cultivation over the past ten years. Moreover, his mother was now on the cusp of reaching Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven and would likely achieve another breakthrough in a matter of days.


    However, Zhen Gui¡¯s tion soon gave way to concern. She whispered, ¡°Mao, you¡¯ve secretly passed on theplete Essence Sun Spell to me. Won¡¯t your master hold you ountable?¡±


    ¡°I¡¯ve already discussed this with my master. He¡¯s not only unbothered by it, but he alsomended me for my filial devotion. He even encouraged me to teach you a Yellow Rank High Grade Martial Skill, the Falling Flower Palm.¡± Without waiting for Zhen Gui to interject, Qiao Mao quickly recited the cultivation incantation for the Falling Flower Palm.


    ¡°Yellow Rank High Grade Martial Skill?¡± Zhen Gui eximed in surprise.


    Such a skill was exceedingly rare and highly valued within Martial Sun City. Its emergence would surely lead to bloodshed and chaos.


    Yet now, Qiao Mao was offering to teach it to her.


    Qiao Mao nodded with gravity and recited the incantation once more to ensure Zhen Gui hadmitted it to memory.


    Given Zhen Gui¡¯s capabilities, she was fully equipped to master the Yellow Rank High Grade Martial Skill and harness its entire might. What Qiao Mao hadn¡¯t disclosed was that once the Falling Flower Palm was cultivated to Great Completion, it would rival even the Profound Rank Low Grade Martial Skill.


    ¡°Did your master specify any sort ofpensation he desires?¡± Zhen Gui inquired cautiously after memorizing the entire incantation. Considering Qiao Mao¡¯s master was willing to impart such a skill to Qiao Mao, he had to be an Unparalleled Expert. A person of his caliber could effortlessly annihte Martial Sun City.


    To him, the three major families would be as insignificant as ants, so she dared not cross him.


    Qiao Mao paused, taken aback that his mother¡¯s thoughts had ventured there. He dismissed the idea with a gesture, ¡°While this Martial Skill is considered elite in Martial Sun City, to my master, it¡¯s as worthless as trash. He wouldn¡¯t dream of asking for anypensation from me.¡±


    However, Qiao Mao hadn¡¯t anticipated that his words would leave Zhen Gui even more astonished. His master regarded the Yellow Rank High Grade Martial Skill as mere refuse. Just how powerful was he?


    She absolutely must not offend Qiao Mao¡¯s master.


    ¡°Mother, there¡¯s no need for concern. Focus on perfecting the Falling Flower Palm as swiftly as possible. A tumultuous time is approaching for Martial Sun City,¡± Qiao Mao advised.


    Zhen Gui, ever perceptive, clearly understood Qiao Mao¡¯s implication. She nodded earnestly, ¡°Within five days, I will have mastered the Falling Flower Palm to Great Completion.¡±


    ¡°Five days?¡± Qiao Mao was astounded. His mother could master a Yellow Rank High Grade Martial Skill to Great Completion in merely five days? Her talent was extraordinary.


    Then again, without such innate ability, she wouldn¡¯t have married a prodigy like his father.


    As Zhen Gui finished speaking, her brow furrowed.


    A sense of foreboding washed over Qiao Mao. With a slight frown, he asked, ¡°Mother, what¡¯s troubling you? Has there been an unforeseen issue with my uncle?¡±


    She let out a sigh and said, ¡°Your uncle is beyond help now. He¡¯s going to pass away soon.¡±


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 Chapter 17

    C17 ¨C ck Jade Purple Yin Poison!


    ¡°What?¡± Qiao Mao felt a sudden numbness in his scalp, and his head seemed on the verge of splitting open. He hadn¡¯t expected that after saving Qiao Shuang from death, Qiao Shen would be in trouble. He urgently asked, ¡°Mother, what exactly happened?¡±


    Zhen Gui¡¯s expression turned somber. After a moment of silence, she spoke softly, ¡°On the day you killed Qin Dian, I sought refuge at your uncle¡¯s home, only to discover that he had been treacherously poisoned.¡±


    Indeed, at the time Qin Dian had made his move against Qiao Shuang, Qiao Shen had already been poisoned. By the time Zhen Gui arrived at Qiao Shen¡¯s residence, he had been bedridden for half a day due to the toxin.


    Qiao Shen had kept the news of his poisoning under wraps to prevent any unrest. That¡¯s why Qiao Mao was unaware of the situation.


    Upon reflection, Qiao Mao realized the truth. Qin Dian must have felt emboldened to attack Qiao Shuang in broad daylight because he knew of Qiao Shen¡¯s poisoning.


    Qiao Shen was a Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven master, an unparalleled warrior in Martial Sun City. Should he unleash his wrath, no one could endure it.


    In Qiao Mao¡¯s previous life, when Qiao Shen sought revenge against the Qin family for Qiao Shuang, he may have already been poisoned. Otherwise, it was unthinkable that Qiao Shen would have met such a tragic end.


    ¡°Mother, what poison has my uncle been afflicted with?¡± Qiao Mao inquired urgently. As a Spirit me Master, he could easily neutralize most toxins.


    ¡°Your uncle has been struck by the ck Jade Purple Yin Poison,¡± Zhen Gui sighed. ¡°This poison is notoriously lethal in South Sun County. Without a cure, he is certain to die within three days.¡±


    ¡°Qiao Guang, to eradicate his rival within the Qiao family, resorted to such a cruel method. He actually administered such a sinister poison to my uncle.¡± Qiao Mao was seething with anger.


    While Qiao Mao could effortlessly neutralizemon poisons, the ck Jade Purple Yin Poison posed a significant challenge. Its primaryponent was the Yin Sifting Flower, found in the Great Tomb. Having absorbed the Yin Poison from corpses over many years, it was exceedingly formidable.


    Those with low cultivation levels would perish within half an hour after ingesting it. However, Qiao Shen managed to endure for so long because his cultivation was exceptionally high.


    ¡°After Qin Dian¡¯s death, Qiao Guang secretly had your uncle and his family imprisoned. When we received word that the Qin family had captured you, your uncle mustered all his strength to carve a path for my escape. Qiao Guang and the Qin family¡¯s people intended to draw you out by intentionally lowering their guard. That¡¯s how I was able toe and find you. Yet, I never imagined that my actions could have nearly cost you your life,¡± Zhen Guimented.


    Qiao Mao, upon hearing her words, was consumed with rage. His fists clenched so tightly that his nails pierced his palms, drawing blood. He longed to storm into the Qin family¡¯s stronghold this very moment, to annihte their patriarch and then Qiao Guang.


    ¡°Wait! I mustn¡¯t act rashly. If I give in to impulse, all our ns will be ruined.¡± Despite his overwhelming anger, Qiao Mao managed to regain hisposure.


    ¡°I must find a way to rescue my uncle,¡± he resolved, his mind racing with urgency as sweat beaded on his forehead. Finally, an idea struck him. ¡°That¡¯s it¡ªthe Blood Lotus Pill can neutralize the ck Jade Purple Yin Poison.¡±


    The Blood Lotus Pill is concocted from twelve medicinal ingredients. Eleven of these aremon and readily avable in Martial Sun City. The key ingredient, however, is the elusive Blood Lotus.


    This herb thrives in the crater of a volcano, drawing in the Fire Attribute Energy from within, which gives it a distinctive scarlet hue and its name, Blood Lotus.


    The volcanic energy within the Blood Lotus is intense and fiery, making it the perfect antidote to the ck Jade Purple Yin Poison. s, the Blood Lotus is exceedingly rare.


    Upon hearing that Qiao Mao had a solution, Zhen Gui quickly rose to her feet and inquired, ¡°Mao, are you serious? Can the Blood Lotus Pill truly save your uncle?¡±


    ¡°It most certainly can save my uncle,¡± Qiao Mao assured her, supporting Zhen Gui with one hand while speaking earnestly, ¡°The Blood Lotus is the primaryponent of the Blood Lotus Pill. And I know exactly where to find it.¡±


    Hope sparked in Zhen Gui¡¯s eyes, only to be swiftly overshadowed by doubt. She sighed, ¡°But even if you locate the Blood Lotus, where will we find a Spirit me Master to refine the Blood Lotus Pill?¡±


    Without the expertise of a Spirit me Master, the Blood Lotus Pill would remain beyond their reach, rendering all efforts futile. The status of a Spirit me Master was esteemed, and not a single one resided in Martial Sun City. The cultivators there typically relied on pills from South Sun County for their practice.


    South Sun County Cityy thousands of miles from Martial Sun City. Should they fail to reach it swiftly, locating a Spirit me Master would be impossible. Moreover, Qiao Shen¡¯s life hung by a thread, with possibly less than three days remaining.


    ¡°Mother, there¡¯s no need for concern, for I am a Spirit me Master. Once we procure the necessary herbs to refine the Blood Lotus, our problems will be solved,¡± Qiao Mao reassured, revealing a wisp of Spirit me in his palm for Zhen Gui to see.


    ¡°You¡¯re a Spirit me Master?¡± Zhen Gui was taken aback. When had her son acquired such a prestigious title?


    Qiao Mao humbly credited his master for his achievements.


    ¡°Our immediate task is to secure a Blood Lotus from Fire Cloud Valley,¡± Qiao Mao pondered. ¡°Mother, please return and keep watch over the happenings in Martial Sun City. Should any trouble arise, seek aid from Zhang Tianbei. I will depart for Fire Cloud Valley now and return without fail in three days.¡±


    Zhen Gui advised him with concern, ¡°Be cautious.¡±


    With a reassuring smile, Qiao Mao replied, ¡°Don¡¯t worry. My master¡¯s guidance will keep me safe.¡± He then set off for Fire Cloud Valley, leaving Zhen Gui behind.


    Qiao Shen¡¯s time was limited to a mere three days, ording to Zhen Gui, which meant Qiao Mao had to make haste.


    As Qiao Mao disappeared into the distance, Zhen Gui offered a silent prayer, her eyes brimming with pride. ¡°My son has truly excelled,¡± she reflected.


    Zhen Gui had noticed a profound change in Qiao Mao since he had awakened from hisa, almost as if he was apletely different person. At times, she even doubted whether he was her son.


    After parting with Qiao Mao, Zhen Gui suppressed her musings and stealthily made her way back to Martial Sun City. Meanwhile, the city was abuzz with the news of Qin Zhiri¡¯s murder. A Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Martial Dao Great Master and the Young Patriarch of the Qin family had met his end, sending shockwaves through Martial Sun City.


    ?Inside the ancestral home of the Qin family, Qin Hu upied the seat of honor, nked by several Qin family elders. Their collective gaze bore down on a ck-d guard kneeling before them.


    ¡°Repeat that?¡± Qin Hu¡¯s voice rumbled, a dangerous fury simmering in his eyes.


    ¡°All the men we dispatched are dead, and the Young Patriarch as well,¡± the guard stammered, his voice quivering with fear. But before he could finish, Qin Hu was upon him, his face contorted with rage as he struck the guard with a ferocious blow. The guard was dead before he hit the ground.


    ¡°Find out who killed my son. I want their entire family wiped out,¡± Qin Hu bellowed. He refused to ept the possibility that Qiao Mao was responsible for his son Qin Zhiri¡¯s death.


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 Chapter 18

    C18 ¨C Never Provoke


    There were five experts at Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven, three at Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven, and one Martial Dao Great Master at Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven. Such a formidable lineup was considered the pinnacle of Martial Sun City¡¯sbat power. Yet, they were all in in a single stroke. The Qin family¡¯s military might had been nearly halved. Qin Hu was furious.


    The shock wasn¡¯t confined to the Qin family. When Qiao Guang received the news, he too was shaken and struggled to regain hisposure for a long time.


    ¡°How did all the Qin family¡¯s experts die?¡± Qiao Guang inquired.


    ¡°The information has been verified. Qin Zhiri is indeed dead, and his body was found in a ruined temple outside the city,¡± a middle-aged man at Qiao Guang¡¯s side reported, his brow furrowed.


    Qiao Guang¡¯s expression darkened. The alliance between the Qiao and Qin families had been carefully orchestrated, yet unforeseen incidents continued to arise.


    And it was all because of Qiao Mao.


    Initially, the Qin family¡¯s attempts to persecute Qiao Shuang had failed, and their subsequent efforts to eliminate Qiao Mao were equally unsessful. These events were causing Qiao Guang considerable distress.


    With a slight hardening of his gaze, Qiao Guang spoke in a deep tone, ¡°Regardless, we must ensure our smooth entry into the n. Otherwise, if that esteemed person holds us ountable, we¡¯re all doomed.¡±


    ¡°Father, rest assured. I will dispatch someone immediately to track down Qiao Mao and pursue him,¡± the middle-aged man dered, his eyes gleaming with a ruthless intent.


    At this point, the entire Qiao family, save for a few, was under control. The only unpredictable factor was Qiao Mao, who had been adrift outside for several days.


    Qiao Guang nodded, then closed his eyes, choosing to remain silent. Meanwhile, the middle-aged man, apanied by several guards, set out to hunt down Qiao Mao.


    Elsewhere, the Zhang family¡¯s estate was filled with the robustughter of Zhang Tianbei. ¡°I knew I wasn¡¯t wrong about that young man. Qin Hu and Qiao Guang must be beside themselves with worry.¡±


    A guard chimed in, ¡°Indeed. After hearing the Qin family¡¯s cries, we arrived just in time to witness Qiao Mao shing with Qin Zhiri. In less than ten moves, Qin Zhiri was utterly vanquished. His final moments were filled with utter despair.¡±


    Another guard remarked, ¡°I bet Qin Zhiri deeply regrets his existence now. A respected Martial Dao Great Master, defeated by someone at Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven. His life was truly wasted.¡±


    The two guards were brimming with excitement, having witnessed the most spectacr battle of their lives for the very first time.


    Standing beside Zhang Tianbei was a strikingly handsome young man, his only son, Zhang Yu. With a furrowed brow, Zhang Yumanded, ¡°Recount the events of that day for me.¡±


    ¡°At once, Young Master,¡± the two martial artistsplied, detailing once more how Qiao Mao hunted down Qin Zhiri and hispanions.


    After hearing the ount, Zhang Yu remarked, ¡°Father, you mentioned that Qiao Mao¡¯s strength was at Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven when he departed, yet he managed to y a Martial Dao Great Master of Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven. He must possess an earth-shattering secret. Should we investigate him?¡±


    Zhang Tianbei¡¯s brow creased in thought. The enigma of how Qiao Mao had managed to defeat Qin Zhiri was beyond him. The gap between a warrior of Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven and one of Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven was immense; it should have been impossible for the former to vanquish thetter. Yet, Qiao Mao had achieved the impossible.


    ¡°Binn, heed my words: never provoke this man, or our Zhang family will face utter ruin,¡± Zhang Tianbei advised gravely, drawing in a deep breath.


    Despite suspecting that Qiao Mao harbored incredible secrets, Zhang Tianbei resolved to avoid provoking him, evidently regarding Qiao Mao with great trepidation.


    ¡°We must not only refrain from provoking him, but we must also honor our priormitment to protect Qiao Shen and the others to the best of our ability. Lead the two elders and ensure their safety in secret. Should any harm befall a member of the Qiao family, the responsibility will be yours,¡± Zhang Tianbei instructed.


    Zhang Yu was taken aback. Martial Sun City boasted fewer than ten Martial Dao Great Masters, and the Zhang family, excluding Zhang Tianbei, had only two. Now, Zhang Tianbei was prepared to dispatch them all to safeguard Qiao Shen and his group.


    Nheless, Zhang Yu did not waver. He promptly departed, taking his subordinates to Qiao Shen¡¯s estate.


    Qiao Mao had anticipated the state of affairs in Martial Sun City, but with Qiao Shen critically poisoned, the situation was dire. Thus, Qiao Mao had no choice but to set aside other concerns.


    Fortunately, Fire Cloud Valley was nestled within Space Shattering Mountain. Qiao Mao could reach it within a day, pick the Blood Lotus, and refine the Blood Lotus Pill to heal Qiao Shen.


    Yet Qiao Mao was aware that the peril of this journey might surpass his previous endeavors, such as rescuing Zhen Gui or defeating Qin Zhiri. The danger stemmed from an adult Fire Rock Python residing beneath the valley¡¯s magma, a creature of immense strength, surpassing even that of Qin Zhiri.


    With no alternative, Qiao Mao was resolute in obtaining the Blood Lotus; without it, Qiao Shen¡¯s death was certain. The thought of the potent ck Jade Purple Yin Poison coursing through Qiao Shen¡¯s veins filled Qiao Mao with a seething rage. He pushed his speed to its limits, racing toward Fire Cloud Valley.


    Half a dayter, Qiao Mao reached a mountain hollow and was greeted by jets of scorching magma erupting skyward before cascading back to earth. ¡°What¡¯s the Fire Rock Python up to?¡± he wondered aloud.


    ?Qiao Mao knew the python to be vtile yet typically tranquil. It wouldn¡¯t stir suchmotion unless provoked. ¡°It looks like someone got here first, riled up the Fire Rock Python, and caused this uproar,¡± he deduced.


    Without hesitation, Qiao Mao braved the fiery magma showers and charged into the heart of Fire Cloud Valley. If someone had dared to provoke the python, it meant they had found the Blood Lotus and sought to im it, sparking the conflict.


    ?Despite racking his brain, Qiao Mao couldn¡¯t identify the interloper. In his past life, he had stumbled upon the Blood Lotus by chance, and no one else was privy to its existence. ¡°Some things have changed since my rebirth,¡± Qiao Mao reflected, ¡°but no one besides me will take this Blood Lotus.¡±


    The thought of someone else seizing the Blood Lotus was tantamount to signing Qiao Shen¡¯s death warrant. Qiao Mao wouldn¡¯t stand by and watch his demise.


    Descending into Fire Cloud Valley, Qiao Mao was met with chaos. Thendscape was awash with flowing magma, painting the earth a deep crimson, reminiscent of boiling blood.


    Just then, a voice reached Qiao Mao from up ahead. It was the sound of two middle-aged men, probably in their thirties, both at the Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven, desperately fleeing from a Fire Rock Python.


    ¡°You¡¯re all useless,¡± a young man nearby berated them furiously. ¡°I¡¯ve given you so many treasures, and yet you can¡¯t even take down a single beast.¡±


    ¡°Since when did Martial Sun City have two Martial Dao Great Masters?¡± Qiao Mao observed the men, taken aback and somewhat puzzled. But upon recognizing the voice of the youth, he blurted out in disbelief, ¡°That¡¯s actually Qiao Ping!¡±


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 Chapter 19

    C19 ¨C Secret


    As Qiao Ping finished his tirade, the Fire Rock Python went berserk. Its massive tail swept across thendscape, flinging magma in all directions. Qiao Ping¡¯s clothes were scorched with severalrge holes, though he himself remained unharmed.


    The Fire Rock Python writhed in the molten rock, its colossal form undting like a dragon from the deep sea, fighting with a ferocity that suggested it was battling for its very life.


    The two Mid-age Martial Artists, both at Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven, engaged the beast but struggled to gain the upper hand. Pressured by Qiao Ping, they had no choice but tounch themselves into the fray once more.


    ¡°I should never have brought you along. You¡¯vepletely disgraced me! Finish it off quickly, or I¡¯ll finish you!¡± Qiao Ping cursed. He stood to the side, not joining the fight. Flicking his sleeves in disgust, heined, ¡°Because of you two ipetents, my clothes have been ruined with holes. Do you have any idea how many Spirit Coins these clothes are worth? They¡¯re worth more than your livesbined.¡±


    The two Mid-age Martial Artists¡¯ eyes darkened upon hearing his words. Yet, they dared not defy Qiao Ping and continued to battle the Fire Rock Python with all their might.


    Qiao Mao, watching from the shadows, shook his head in disbelief. Qiao Ping was truly flirting with disaster. His men were in dire straits, yet he showed no concern, instead fuming over the damage to his attire. He was nothing short of a fool.


    ¡°If I ever encountered someone like him, I¡¯d beat him senseless,¡± Qiao Mao muttered with a cold huff. He harbored no fondness for Qiao Ping.


    Indeed, Qiao Mao was acquainted with Qiao Ping, and their connection was significant. Qiao Ping hailed from the Qiao family in South Sun County.


    In his past life, Qiao Mao had narrowly escaped a disaster in Martial Sun City. He had visited the Qiao family in South Sun County and had several run-ins with Qiao Ping. But eventually, Qiao Mao had pressing matters to attend to and left the Qiao family behind. He hadn¡¯t crossed paths with Qiao Ping since.


    But as Qiao Mao pondered the situation, he sensed something amiss. The Qiao family¡¯s stronghold was a great distance away in South Sun County, a journey of many days to Martial Sun City. What could possibly bring members of the Qiao family to this ce?


    After much contemtion, he was still at a loss. He decided to set aside his concerns and concentrate solely on the Blood Lotus, though it continued to trouble him.


    His capabilities allowed him to y a Martial Dao Great Master at Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven, but it required his full strength. With two Martial Dao Great Masters among his adversaries, he would be powerless to defeat the second after dispatching the first. His fate would be sealed.


    Moreover, Qiao Ping, at Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven, was there as well. In his weakened state, Qiao Mao would be an easy target for Qiao Ping.


    Despite racking his brain, Qiao Mao couldn¡¯t devise a viable strategy. Whichever enemy he chose to eliminate first, the other was certain to finish him off.


    ¡°Is my only option tounch a surprise attack?¡± Qiao Mao pondered with a furrowed brow, only to quickly dismiss the thought. In such a scenario, even a sessful ambush would entangle him in the fray with the Fire Rock Python, making escape exceedingly difficult.


    ¡°I¡¯ll have to assess the situation as it unfolds,¡± Qiao Mao muttered to himself, left with no alternative.


    While keeping an eye on the skirmish between the two Mid-age Martial Artists and the Fire Rock Python, Qiao Mao continued his search for the Blood Lotus.


    In the vast Magma Pool, devoid of any vegetation, the Blood Lotus stood out starkly. Qiao Mao spotted it without difficulty.


    On the eastern edge of the Magma Pool, the crimson Blood Lotus absorbed Fire Attribute Energy, exuding a subtle medicinal scent. Even at a distance, Qiao Mao could detect its aroma.


    ¡°I¡¯ll secure the Blood Lotus first,¡± Qiao Mao resolved.


    Upon locating the Blood Lotus, he stealthily made his way towards it. The two Mid-age Martial Artists had sessfully diverted the Fire Rock Python¡¯s attention. Seizing the moment, Qiao Mao harvested the Blood Lotus and stowed it in his Storage Bag.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s abrupt appearance took the Fire Rock Python, Qiao Ping, and the two Mid-age Martial Artists by surprise. But their astonishment quickly turned to fury.


    ¡°Scoundrel, give back my Blood Lotus!¡± Qiao Ping bellowed, charging at Qiao Mao with lethal intent. The Fire Rock Python, enraged at the theft of the Blood Lotus it guarded, lunged at Qiao Mao as well. The two Mid-age Martial Artists were hot on its heels.


    As Qiao Mao caught sight of the Fire Rock Python and Qiao Ping charging toward him, his expression darkened. He contemted fleeing, but was unexpectedly greeted by an odd, alluring scent.


    ¡°Incredible, there¡¯s Fire Sand Crystal Essence within this Magma Pool,¡± Qiao Mao eximed, astonished. Nevertheless, he quickly retreated,cking the time to further explore the Magma Pool.


    Qiao Mao stood no chance against two Martial Dao Great Masters and the Fire Rock Python. Moreover, the Fire Rock Python was several times more vicious than the Martial Dao Great Masters. He simply couldn¡¯t afford to focus on the Fire Sand Crystal Essence.


    Without hesitation, Qiao Mao executed his movement technique and dashed eastward. Simultaneously, he sent a telepathic message: ¡°Young Master Qiao Ping, I am Qiao Mao of the Qiao family from Martial Sun City. I desperately need the Blood Lotus. Please, let me have it, and I willpensate you with Spirit Coins of equivalent value.¡±


    Despite Qiao Ping¡¯s poor treatment of the two mid-aged guards, they were both from the Qiao family, and there was no bad blood between them. Qiao Mao had no desire to harm his own kin.


    ¡°Are you the Qiao Mao from Martial Sun City?¡± Qiao Ping inquired.


    The revtion of Qiao Mao¡¯s identity took Qiao Ping and the two Mid-age Martial Artists by surprise. However, Qiao Ping quickly recovered, scoffing, ¡°You¡¯re Qiao Dou¡¯s son, aren¡¯t you? I recognize you.¡±


    ¡°Do you know me?¡± Qiao Mao asked, his brow furrowing. He had no prior dealings with Qiao Ping in this lifetime, so how could Qiao Ping be familiar with him?


    ¡°You¡¯re the worthless son of Qiao Dou, Qiao Mao,¡± Qiao Ping dered, bursting into a scornfulugh.


    Mockery spread across the faces of the two Mid-age Martial Artists as they regarded Qiao Mao with contempt.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s expression turned grim. He was infuriated, but in that moment, his only option was to flee. Should the Fire Rock Python catch up to him, he would be ripped to shreds.


    Qiao Ping derided Qiao Mao as a failure. Then, with a cold chuckle, he added, ¡°Do you know why your father went to Fallen Cloud Valley? It was because my father pulled some strings to send your father there in search of the lost Celestial Jade Sword.¡±


    ¡°What? Your father?¡± Qiao Mao¡¯s heart skipped a beat, and he cried out in disbelief.


    In his past life, Qiao Dou had ventured into Fallen Cloud Valley and met a tragic end. The identity of the person who orchestrated the whole affair had remained a mystery. But never in his wildest dreams had Qiao Mao imagined that the one responsible for his father¡¯s death was none other than Qiao Ping¡¯s father.


    ¡°Yes, indeed, it was my father,¡± Qiao Ping said with a maniacalugh. ¡°Your father was incredibly stubborn. He actually went in search of the Celestial Jade Sword. The truth is, the Celestial Jade Sword was never lost.¡±


    Qiao Mao¡¯s pace slowed, and he brought his right foot down hard on the ground, causing a slight tremor. As he turned around, his eyes were bloodshot with fury. ¡°What did you just say?¡± he growled like a wild animal.


    ¡°You¡¯re still in the dark, aren¡¯t you? Your father¡¯s talent was too great; he was bound to overshadow our n in the future. Therefore, he had to be eliminated. And we won¡¯t stop there¡ªwe¡¯ll eradicate all your kin to avoid any futureplications,¡± Qiao Ping taunted with a sneer.


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 Chapter 20

    C20 ¨C Kill Qiao Ping!


    Qiao Ping sneered incessantly. To him, Qiao Mao was nothing but a weakling, and the Qiao family in Martial Sun City were no more significant than a swarm of ants. His brazenness knew no bounds.


    ?Yet, Qiao Ping failed to notice the intense aura of murderous intent emanating from Qiao Mao. This aura stunned both the Fire Rock Python and the middle-aged guard.


    ¡°How can this be? How can he possess such powerful murderous intent? He¡¯s like a demon!¡± one of the middle-aged men eximed in horror.


    Fear filled the eyes of the Fire Rock Python.


    ¡°Do you intend to exterminate every member of the Qiao family in Martial Sun City?¡± Qiao Mao asked, his voice deliberate and heavy. His eyes were bloodshot, his murderous intent palpable. Visions of a bloody battlefield loomed behind him, and he stood as an Asura, emerging from a bath of blood.


    This was the mark of Qiao Mao¡¯s past life, buried deep within his soul, now awakened.


    In that past life, he had investigated the matter but to no avail. He had even ventured to Fallen Cloud Valley in search of his father, only to return without even finding his father¡¯s remains. It was a lifelong regret.


    Reborn, Qiao Mao¡¯s foremost desire was to safeguard every member of the Qiao family in Martial Sun City and to find his father, thereby healing the wounds of his past. But Qiao Ping¡¯s deration to ughter the entire Qiao family in Martial Sun City was utterly unforgivable.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s Achilles¡¯ heel was his family. So, when Qiao Ping uttered those words, the thought of killing Qiao Ping and his father surged within Qiao Mao.


    Seeing Qiao Mao¡¯s bloodshot gaze, Qiao Ping scoffed, ¡°You think you can kill me, you waste of space? Every member of the Qiao family in Martial Sun City is a sinner! Our mercy has been more than sufficient in allowing you to live this long.¡±


    Qiao Mao retorted with a sneer, ¡°You speak of extermination, yet you im to be merciful?¡±


    ¡°Yes, I am merciful. If you kneel and bow your head to me quickly, making me happy, I might just spare you. But your mother and your uncle, they must die,¡± Qiao Ping dered arrogantly.


    Qiao Mao could no longer contain the murderous intent brewing within him. With a forceful stomp on the ground, he harnessed the rebounding force to charge at Qiao Ping.


    ¡°Young Master!¡± eximed the two mid-age martial artists in shock.


    They surged forward in an attempt to shield Qiao Ping. But Qiao Mao¡¯s sudden assault, coupled with the intimidating aura of his killing intent, left them a step behind. Qiao Mao seized Qiao Ping by the throat and hoisted him into the air.


    The two mid-age martial artists were horrified and urgently cried out, ¡°Qiao Mao, what are you doing? Release Qiao Ping at once! Kneel and beg for mercy! Otherwise, every member of the Qiao family in Martial Sun City will perish.¡±


    Should any harm befall Qiao Ping, they would be held ountable. Even if they managed to return to their n, execution awaited them.


    ¡°Let go of me, you bastard! I am the n¡¯s young master. Do you have any idea of the consequences you¡¯ll face for crossing me?¡±


    ¡°What consequences? I¡¯m afraid I¡¯m not aware,¡± Qiao Mao replied with an icy smirk.


    In Qiao Ping¡¯s view, he was the esteemed young master, while Qiao Mao was merely a branch member of the Qiao family in Martial Sun City. Surely, Qiao Mao wouldn¡¯t dare harm him.


    ¡°Qiao Mao, you¡¯ve provoked me! Just so you know, my father has already dispatched a master to Martial Sun City. Soon, all the men of the Qiao family here will be subjected to death by a thousand cuts, their bodies disyed on the city walls. The women will have their legs broken and be sold into brothels,¡± Qiao Ping hissed venomously.


    ¡°Given your cruelty, I simply cannot allow you to live,¡± Qiao Mao stated coldly. With that, he tightened his grip, ending Qiao Ping¡¯s life.


    ¡°You¡¯ve actually killed Young Master Qiao Ping!¡±


    The two middle-aged guards were consumed with rage. They had been tasked with protecting Qiao Ping, and his death signified their own doom.


    Qiao Mao remained indifferent to their plight. He gave them a chilling nce, his aura of menace undiminished. With a contemptuous snort, he turned his attention to the cowering Fire Rock Python.


    The Fire Rock Python¡¯s cultivation level was on par with a human at the Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Peak, making it a formidable creature. Though its spiritual awareness was not fully awakened, it instinctively knew to avoid peril, hence it refrained from attacking Qiao Mao.


    This is where low-level Demonic Beasts differ from humans. When threatened, these creatures are prone to submission.


    ¡°Help me eliminate these two,¡± Qiao Mao conveyed through his thoughts.


    The Fire Rock Python, now intimidated by Qiao Mao, saw him as akin to a Beast King. It dared not defy Qiao Mao and promptlyunched an assault on the two men.


    The Fire Rock Python¡¯s onught was more savage than ever, its powerful strikes descending like a tempest, overwhelming the two Mid-age Martial Artists. They were quickly marred with wounds oozing blood.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s intent to kill remained unabated. Suddenly, the Profound Iron Bow materialized in his hands. Channeling Spiritual Energy, he formed a Spiritual Energy Arrow.


    The arrow, shimmering with a green radiance andden with Qiao Mao¡¯s boundless murderous aura, was akin to a harbinger of death.


    Releasing the bowstring, the Spiritual Energy Arrow sped forth, piercing the heart of one man before detonating.


    ¡°Go and consume him,¡± Qiao Maomanded the Fire Rock Python.


    The massive serpent swiftly coiled towards its prey, its gaping maw engulfing the body whole. Together with Qiao Mao, it proceeded to y and devour the other individual.


    Only after the two were dispatched did Qiao Mao withdraw his aura of malevolence.


    As Qiao Ping had warned before his demise, a formidable master had arrived in Martial Sun City, their strength an enigma to all.


    Since his rebirth, Qiao Mao had been fervently enhancing his cultivation, yet he still deemed his current level insufficient. He then turned his attention to the Fire Rock Python.


    ?The serpent, now tamed by Qiao Mao, would heed anymand he gave. ¡°How would you like to be my Demonic Pet? I assure you, you¡¯ll be wellpensated for your loyalty,¡± Qiao Mao proposed to the Fire Rock Python.


    Shortly after, Qiao Mao received a message from the Fire Rock Python. Though somewhat unclear, the message conveyed its agreement to Qiao Mao¡¯s proposal.


    Qiao Mao quickly drew a pattern on the ground, a skill from his previous life that he had fortuitously acquired from the Nether n. This pattern was used to forge contracts with Demonic Pets.


    Once the contract was established, Qiao Mao couldmunicate telepathically with the Fire Rock Python. Moreover, he could exert control over the Fire Rock Python through the contract¡¯s power, able to reduce it to dust with a mere thought should he wish its demise.


    The Fire Rock Python¡¯s prowess had reached the Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Peak, significantly bolstering Qiao Mao¡¯s own capabilities.


    Having bound the Fire Rock Python to the contract, Qiao Mao¡¯s attention shifted to the Magma Pool. He pondered, ¡°Why is there a scent of Fire Sand Crystal Essence emanating from the Magma Pool?¡±


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    C21 ¨C Sin Blood Book!


    Typically, Fire Sand Crystal Essence indeed originates from volcanic magma. Yet, for such an essence to form, the location must possess an extraordinary amount of Spiritual Energy. Fire Cloud Valley, on the other hand, is quite unremarkable. Aside from its extremely dense Fire Attribute Energy, there isn¡¯t much Spiritual Energy present.


    Moreover, the process of nurturing Fire Sand Crystal Essence takes several hundred years, which is many times longer than the growth cycle ofmon spiritual herbs.


    Qiao Mao was aware that Fire Cloud Valley had formed less than a century ago, making it impossible for Fire Sand Crystal Essence to have developed here.


    Qiao Mao engaged in a mental exchange with the Fire Rock Python, but since the python had only lived for seven or eight years, it naturally had no knowledge of the essence¡¯s origins.


    ¡°It looks like I need to go down and check it out myself,¡± Qiao Mao resolved. His interest in the Fire Sand Crystal Essence was piqued.


    The Fire Sand Crystal Essence is valued at several multiples higher than Amethyst Chalcedony. Its worth is unimaginable.


    Not only would Martial Dao Great Masters covet it, but even Super Experts at the Spirit Wheel Stage would likely desire the Fire Sand Crystal Essence upon encountering it.


    ¡°Take me down,¡± Qiao Maomanded. He then mounted the Fire Rock Python and descended into the Magma Pool.


    The Fire Rock Python, born of the Magma Pool, feared nothing. However, this presented a challenge for Qiao Mao, though he wasn¡¯t without solutions.


    Qiao Mao first deployed his Spirit me, creating a thin Spirit me Barrier around himself. He then had the Fire Rock Python summon its internal fire Spiritual Energy to shield him.


    Despite Qiao Mao¡¯s robust defenses, upon entering the Magma Pool, he was greeted by an intense wave of heat.


    ¡°The Fire Attribute Energy here is overwhelmingly concentrated. Absorbing it with my Spirit me will surely enhance its potency,¡± Qiao Mao contemted. Witnessing such dense Fire Attribute Energy, a flicker of excitement crossed his eyes. Without hesitation, he activated his Spirit me, drawing in the Fire Attribute Energy from the magma.


    As the fiery energy surged into Qiao Mao¡¯s body, it was scorching and tumultuous. He quickly refined the Fire Attribute Energy with his Spirit me, then channeled it back into the me, bolstering its strength.


    ¡°Even if I don¡¯t obtain the Fire Sand Crystal Essence, just absorbing the Fire Attribute Energy here is beneficial,¡± Qiao Mao mused.


    For a Spirit me Master, the quality of their Spirit me is crucial. It significantly influences a Spirit me Master¡¯s potential achievements.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s own Spirit me, birthed from a Fire Cloud Snake, was of the lowest grade. To enhance it, he needed to either absorb Fire Attribute Energy or consume other mes.


    For most Spirit me Masters, absorbing Fire Attribute Energy is somewhat simpler and is the typical method used to strengthen their Spirit me. Devouring other mes, however, is exceedingly difficult.


    Spirit mes are incredibly scarce to begin with, and the act of consuming one is fraught with peril.


    Qiao Mao could sense his Spirit me growing stronger as it absorbed the Fire Attribute Energy, a spark of excitement lighting up his eyes.


    Yet, with the pressing need to return to Martial Sun City within three days to concoct the Blood Lotus Pill for his uncle, Qiao Mao was short on time and couldn¡¯t afford to dy. So, he continued to absorb the Fire Attribute Energy while urging the Fire Rock Python to dive swiftly.


    The Fire Rock Python, born of the Magma Pool, navigated the familiar terrain with ease. They met no resistance on their way and soon reached the pool¡¯s depths.


    Upon reaching the bottom of the Magma Pool, the intense heat enveloped Qiao Mao, causing him great difort. With a stern expression, he dered, ¡°I cannot linger here. We must head back within half an hour, or I¡¯ll be melted by the extreme temperatures.¡±


    The base of the Magma Pool was modest in size, spanning roughly a hundred meters. Qiao Mao dismounted from the Fire Rock Python and expanded his Divine Sense, scouring the area immediately.


    ¡°What¡¯s this? Why is there a body here?¡± Qiao Mao wondered, perplexed. His gaze quickly found a skeletal corpse lying not too far away.


    The discovery startled Qiao Mao. The Magma Pool was seldom visited, yet someone had ventured here. Could this person have been seeking the Fire Sand Crystal Essence, just like Qiao Mao?


    Qiao Mao rushed to the side of the corpse and began a meticulous examination. He discovered that the individual had been dead for a century. The clothing on the body waspletely burned away, and there were no other signs of abnormality, except for a very distinct sword wound on the back, exposing chilling white bones.


    Qiao Mao gasped in astonishment, his mind reeling from the shock.


    The fact that the body had been dead for a hundred years and yet was so perfectly preserved was nothing short of miraculous.


    In the wild, the body of an average person would decay after just seven days. What¡¯s more, this was the Magma Pool, where temperatures soared. Normally, a body would be incinerated within a day here.


    ¡°This individual might have been a super expert, or perhaps practiced a formidable Body Refining Martial Art,¡± Qiao Mao mused to himself. Only those two scenarios could exin the preservation of the body under these conditions.


    Upon searching the body, Qiao Mao quickly found a Storage Bag. The scent of the Fire Sand Crystal Essence was emanating from within.


    With a flick of his wrist, he dispelled the bag¡¯s seal. A piece of Fire Sand Crystal Essence, smaller than his thumb, appeared in his hand, pulsating with energy.


    ¡°It appears that the Fire Sand Crystal Essence in the Magma Pool has been emanating from here.¡±


    Over the past century, half of the Fire Sand Crystal Essence¡¯s energy had dissipated, but the remaining half was still more than sufficient for Qiao Mao¡¯s needs. His find was substantial.


    Despite the depleted energy, the Fire Sand Crystal Essence could still provoke a massive conflict in South Sun County.


    After securing the Fire Sand Crystal Essence in his pocket, Qiao Mao turned his attention back to the Storage Bag, extracting two jade slips. Apart from these, the bag was empty.


    He opened one of the jade slips, and his eyes sparkled with excitement. The slip contained the details of a Body Refining Martial Art that Qiao Mao had only heard of in legends.


    ¡°This is the Celestial Astral Battle Body of the Qiao family¡¯s first ancestor! How is this possible? I was under the impression that this martial skill had been lost to time!¡± Qiao Mao eximed in disbelief.


    Thousands of years ago, when the founding ancestor of the Qiao family established their lineage, he practiced the Celestial Astral Battle Body. It was a High Grade Martial Skill of Profound Rank High Grade, renowned as the premier Body Refining Martial Art in South Sun County.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s eyes widened in sudden understanding. It made sense why the corpse had remained so well-preserved for a century; the man had practiced the Celestial Astral Battle Body.


    ¡°Could it be that this martial artist was a high-ranking member of the Qiao family since he knew the Celestial Astral Battle Body?¡± Qiao Mao murmured to himself.


    The possibility that the deceased was a member of his own family filled Qiao Mao with an intense curiosity. He was eager to discover the reasons behind this person¡¯s death here.


    He quickly turned his attention to another jade slip, hoping it might reveal the individual¡¯s identity. However, as soon as he opened the slip, a loud buzzing filled his head.


    ¡°The Sin Blood Book? Qiao Zhouyin? Could this be my great-grandfather?¡±


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    C22 ¨C A Hundred-Year Secret


    ¡°Sin Blood Book, Qiao Zhouyin.¡±


    Qiao Mao¡¯s mind nearly shattered at the revtion, because Qiao Zhouyin was his great-grandfather. A century earlier, he had vanished without a trace. Despite years of searching, no information surfaced, leaving his fate a perpetual enigma. Qiao Mao never anticipated finding a clue here.


    A century ago, Martial Sun City had not been home to the Qiao family. It waster that his great-grandfather, Qiao Zhouyin, along with another Qiao family expert, Qiao Diyin, founded the family.


    Legends spoke of Qiao Zhouyin and Qiao Diyin as Spirit Wheel Stage Level Nine Heaven masters, holding esteemed positions within the Qiao family of South Sun County. They were the revered guardians of the Qiao family¡¯s Celestial Fault Pavilion.


    The Celestial Fault Pavilion stood as the most vital site for the Qiao family, safeguarding the vast heritage amassed over countless generations within its walls¡ªa veritable treasure trove.


    The Pavilion was the heart of the Qiao family, the bedrock upon which they had stood unyielding for millennia.


    The guardians wielded immense influence, their authority at times eclipsing that of many n elders, instilling deep fear in others. Moreover, Qiao Mao¡¯s great-grandfather, Qiao Zhouyin, had mastered the formidable Celestial Astral Battle Body, hisbat prowess nearly unrivaled.


    As a Grade Seven Spirit me Master, Qiao Zhouyin¡¯s status alone was enough to send tremors through South Sun County, not to mention beyond.


    Yet, a century prior, the Celestial Fault Pavilion suffered a grievous theft. Not only were numerous treasures lost, but the Celestial Yin Nether Arts¡ªa technique originating from the Nether n and requiring the blood of human women for cultivation¡ªwas stolen. This malevolent practice sent shockwaves throughout the region.


    ?The theft of the Celestial Yin Nether Arts incited the fury of the Qiao family patriarch and sent ripples of outrage across South Sun County, even implicating numerous families and the royal house of Fire Crow Country.


    The Qiao family, besieged by pressure from forces within South Sun County and the Imperial Capital, had no choice but to issue the Sin Blood Book against the two guardians, expelling them from the n. They were thenmanded to establish a branch of the Qiao family in Martial Sun City.


    This was the origin of the Qiao family from Martial Sun City.


    It was only after Qiao Mao had in Qiao Ping that he remembered Ping¡¯s usations, iming that everyone from Martial Sun City was a sinner. At the time, Mao hadn¡¯t taken those words to heart. Now, with a wry smile, he muttered, ¡°So, we truly are sinners after all.¡±


    Qiao Mao pondered, ¡°Why would the Blood Fiend Spell be inscribed in the Sin Blood Book?¡±


    At the bottom of the Sin Blood Book, a line written in blood caught his eye once more ¨C the Blood Fiend Spell. The color was distinctly different from the rest of the blood in the book; it was a dark, ck purple.


    ?Human blood is red. Only those who practice certain techniques could alter the color of their blood. In his previous life, Qiao Mao had encountered individuals who practiced the Celestial Yin Nether Arts, and their blood was identical in color to that used for the Blood Fiend Spell.


    ¡°Qiao Diyin¡¯s lust for power and gain led him to steal from the Celestial Fault Pavilion and to take the Celestial Yin Nether Arts for himself. He murdered forty-five Qiao family women. His crimes are monstrous and unforgivable. Today, he has sworn an oath before his brother, Zhouyin, that if he ever practices the Celestial Yin Nether Arts again, he will be struck down by heavenly lightning and meet a terrible end.¡±


    Reading this, Qiao Mao was taken aback. The Celestial Fault Pavilion had been left defenseless because of Qiao Diyin¡¯s theft, all for the sake of mastering the Celestial Yin Nether Arts.


    At the time, Qiao Zhouyin had discovered Qiao Diyin¡¯s theft of the Celestial Yin Nether Arts. Having guarded the Celestial Fault Pavilion together for many years, Zhouyin chose not to publicly disgrace him. Instead, they bore the burden of the crime together.


    Without Zhouyin¡¯s support, Diyin would have surely perished under the weight of widespread condemnation.


    Yet, what Zhouyin hadn¡¯t foreseen was that shortly after their arrival in Martial Sun City, Diyin would once again take up the practice of the Celestial Yin Nether Arts and betray Zhouyin. This treachery was the cause of Zhouyin¡¯s tragic demise.


    Due to the bacsh of the Blood Fiend Spell, Qiao Diyin¡¯s body was destroyed. Beside Qiao Zhouyin¡¯s corpse, people could even spot fragments of bone, remnants of Qiao Diyin¡¯s demise.


    ¡°I guess I¡¯m not the descendant of a sinner after all,¡± Qiao Mao sighed. To spare Qiao Diyin from disgrace, Qiao Zhouyin had endured a century of wrongful me.


    The actual sinner was Qiao Guang, a direct descendant of Qiao Diyin.


    Yet now, Qiao Guang and the others had cast aside the memory of Qiao Zhouyin¡¯s past benevolence, still intent on exterminating his lineage.


    ¡°I never imagined my great-grandfather¡¯spassion would cost him his life,¡± Qiao Maomented in the end.


    Qiao Mao harbored no resentment toward his great-grandfather; however, the incident only fueled his desire to eliminate Qiao Guang. ¡°A person as ungrateful as Qiao Guang deserves to die,¡± Qiao Mao resolved.


    ¡°Qiao Guang is truly despicable,¡± Qiao Mao mused, his gaze icy with lethal intent.


    Suddenly, an explosion echoed in Qiao Mao¡¯s ears, and he was nearly overwhelmed by an oing surge ofva, catching him off guard and nearly causing injury.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s time cultivating here had been neither short nor long, and with only his Spirit me for protection, he was vulnerable when attacked.


    Regaining his footing, Qiao Mao looked up to see the Fire Rock Python locked inbat with a little beast that had appeared out of nowhere.


    The little beast, no bigger than a palm, was dwarfed by the Fire Rock Python¡¯s massive body, which was as thick as a water bucket. The size difference was akin to that of a giant and an ant.


    Despite its diminutive size, the little beast¡¯s assault was formidable. Its strength matched, if not surpassed, that of the Fire Rock Python, driving therger creature into a relentless retreat and leaving it in a dire state.


    For a brief time, the Fire Rock Python¡¯s vast form became nothing more than a target. It sustained numerous cracks under the little beast¡¯s onught, while the little beast itself remained unscathed.


    Moreover, Qiao Mao was astonished to find that when the Fire Rock Python attacked the little beast, the creature would vanish, only to reappear momentster.


    ¡°Could it be a Spirit me? The Red Fire Spirit me,¡± Qiao Mao realized before long. The little beast was actually a manifestation of the Red Fire Spirit me. When the Fire Rock Python attacked it, the beast would transform into the Red Fire Spirit me and blend into the magma, rendering the Fire Rock Python¡¯s attacks futile.


    If this persisted, the Fire Rock Python would undoubtedly be in by the little beast.


    As Qiao Mao¡¯s tamed Demonic Pet, he waspelled to rescue the Fire Rock Python. Moreover, since the little beast was essentially a Spirit me, acquiring it would significantly enhance his Spirit me¡¯s offensive capabilities.


    Additionally, Qiao Mao was aware that the Red Fire Spirit me originated from his great-grandfather, Qiao Zhouyin. Gaining possession of it would be akin to inheriting his great-grandfather¡¯s powers.


    In that instant, a fierce gleam sparked in Qiao Mao¡¯s eyes. He swiftly closed in on the Fire Rock Python, which, upon receiving Qiao Mao¡¯s telepathicmand, immediately flew over to join him.


    Once united, the Fire Rock Pythonmented, ¡°I¡¯ve trained in this Magma Pool for so many years, only to be defeated by this mysterious little beast.¡±


    What the Fire Rock Python didn¡¯t realize was that it owed its existence to the Red Fire Spirit me, which had created the Magma Pool.


    ¡°I¡¯ll help you get your revenge and tame the Red Fire Spirit me,¡± Qiao Mao dered with a heartyugh, as he and the Fire Rock Pythonunched their counterattack together.


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    C23 ¨C Red me Spirit me


    Reinvigorated by Qiao Mao¡¯s affirmation, the Fire Rock Python¡¯s previously wilted spirits were instantly rejuvenated. With an angry roar, it swung its massive tail, striking the little beast.


    The little beast tumbled through the magma, raising its front ws to meet the Fire Rock Python¡¯s Giant Tail in a collision that unleashed a terrifying shockwave.


    The impact, seemingly modest in strength, unleashed a formidable force upon contact with the Fire Rock Python¡¯s Giant Tail, causing the entire Magma Pool to churn violently.


    In an instant, the little beast vanished. Within a mere moment, it reappeared at the Fire Rock Python¡¯s right nk, its fiery ws shing viciously at the serpent.


    Previously wounded by a simr assault from the little beast, the Fire Rock Python was now enraged. A fierce light zed in its eyes, but it found itself powerless to retaliate and sought to retreat.


    ¡°Don¡¯t think about fleeing,¡± Qiao Mao said with a slight smile. A wisp of Spirit me materialized in his hand, shaping into a shield the size of his palm, which appeared beside the little beast. With a forward thrust, he intercepted the iing attack.


    The little beast¡¯s strike hit the Spirit me Shield in Qiao Mao¡¯s grasp and was deflected, leaving the Fire Rock Python unscathed.


    Noticing its master had deflected the blow, the Fire Rock Python¡¯s eyes gleamed with excitement. Itshed out with its tail once more. Caught off guard, the little beast was hit and sent flying.


    Crashing to the ground, the little beast vanished, evidently transforming into Spirit me to conceal itself. When it reemerged, it was visibly infuriated.


    During its skirmish with the Fire Rock Python, the little beast had dominated, never once being struck. But this time, it had been hit, all because the human had unexpectedly intervened.


    Emboldened by its sessful hit, the Fire Rock Pythonunched another attack at the little beast.


    Once again, the little beast dissipated into Spirit me, rendering the Fire Rock Python¡¯s attack futile. Qiao Mao, however, remained calm and even allowed himself a chuckle.


    ¡°To the left,¡± hemanded, his Divine Sense sweeping the area and directing the Fire Rock Python with precision.


    Upon receiving Qiao Mao¡¯smand, the Fire Rock Python swept its Giant Tail across the area to the left, sending the little beast flying once more.


    With Qiao Mao¡¯s strategic direction, the Fire Rock Python repeatedlyunched the little beast into the air. The creature¡¯s frustration morphed into wariness. It nced at Qiao Mao, no longer daring to initiate an attack, and once again concealed itself.


    Yet Qiao Mao was not about to let the little beast off the hook. He instructed the Fire Rock Python to persist in its assault, scouring the floor of the Magma Pool and relentlessly driving the little beast out of hiding.


    Furthermore, Qiao Mao made an unexpected discovery: with each hit the little beast took, its transformation into Spirit me slowed, and its body grew more insubstantial.


    ¡°It seems the transformation into Fire Spirit me isn¡¯tplete,¡± Qiao Mao murmured to himself. He lightly tapped his toes on the ground and took to the air. He simultaneously issued anothermand to the Fire Rock Python. Together, they nned to nk the little beast in a pincer attack.


    Eventually, the little beast endured so many strikes that its body remained semi-transparent. The time it needed to shift into Spirit me form had now quadrupled.


    Time was running out for Qiao Mao. The quality of his Spirit me was too low, significantly weakening the Defense Power of his Spirit me Barrier. It wouldn¡¯t be long before it disintegrated.


    Once the Spirit me Barrier fell, Qiao Mao would be fatally burned by the Magma Pool¡¯sva.


    Qiao Mao had initially nned to wait until the little beast required even longer to change form before making his move. But with time no longer on his side, he resolved to tame the little beast without dy.


    Qiao Mao charged at the little beast with full force, his speed rivaling that of a Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Martial Dao Great Master. The Fire Rock Python kept pace, both of them converging on the little beast.


    The creature had already endured numerous attacks and had grown deeply cautious of Qiao Mao and the Fire Rock Python. Now, facing theirbined onught, it was driven back in defeat.


    The Magma Pool¡¯s bottom was not expansive, spanning merely a hundred meters. Consequently, Qiao Mao quickly cornered the little beast, leaving it no room to escape.


    Trapped, the little beast snarled andshed out at Qiao Mao and the Fire Rock Python. Unintimidated, Qiao Mao pressed on, closing in on the beleaguered creature.


    After Qiao Mao struck, the little beast couldn¡¯t dodge in time and was hit directly by him. It tumbled to the bottom of the Magma Pool and immediately began to transform, attempting to conceal itself.


    ¡°Devour it,¡± Qiao Mao thought urgently, sending amand to the Fire Rock Python with his Divine Sense. If the little beast managed to transform into its me form, it would be much harder for him to tame.


    Moreover, Qiao Mao was short on time.


    With an angry roar, the Fire Rock Python opened its massive jaws and lunged forward like a streak of lightning, swallowing the little beast whole. Inside the Fire Rock Python, the little beast transformed into a Red Fire Spirit me, causing chaos as it thrashed about.


    The Fire Rock Python let out a pained howl. Qiao Mao acted swiftly, using Divine Sense to quell the Red Fire Spirit me. He then executed several hand seals to seal the me.


    Finally, the Red Fire Spirit me ceased its rampage and settled into stillness. Qiao Mao breathed a sigh of relief and quickly leaped out of the Magma Pool with the Fire Rock Python.


    The moment Qiao Mao emerged from the Magma Pool, his Spirit me Barrier shattered. He felt as though he had narrowly escaped death, remarking, ¡°Had we been half a breathter, we would have been incinerated.¡±


    Despite the peril, Qiao Mao¡¯s venture into Fire Cloud Valley was immensely rewarding.


    He had absorbed a significant amount of Fire Attribute Energy, greatly enhancing the Spirit me Might within him. He also tamed the Fire Rock Python as a Demonic Pet and acquired the Fire Sand Crystal Essence. It was indeed a bountiful haul.


    Additionally, Qiao Mao unexpectedly came into possession of the Red Fire Spirit me left by Qiao Zhouyin, continuing his great-grandfather¡¯s legacy. This was a cause for joy.


    Most crucially, he had sessfully harvested the Blood Lotus. With it, the ck Jade Purple Yin Poison afflicting Qiao Shen could be neutralized.


    Yet, a heavy burden still weighed on Qiao Mao¡¯s heart, leaving him feeling breathless.


    The century-old mystery of the Celestial Fault Pavilion¡¯s theft, the truth behind his father Qiao Dou¡¯s journey into Fallen Cloud Valley, and the current state of affairs in Martial Sun City all contributed to Qiao Mao¡¯s profound sense of unease.


    Currently, Zhen Gui, his mother, found herself alone and adrift in Martial Sun City. His uncle had been struck by a potent poison and was being held captive in secrecy. The Main Family had dispatched formidable figures with the intent ofpletely eradicating all members of the Qiao family within Martial Sun City.


    ¡°Kill us all? Then I¡¯ll show you who¡¯s really going to be killed,¡± Qiao Mao murmured under his breath. Each time these thoughts crossed his mind, a boundless rage surged within him.


    This fury only intensified Qiao Mao¡¯s desire to kill, radiating an invisible aura of lethal intent that even the Fire Rock Python could sense, instilling it with dread.


    ¡°We¡¯re heading back to Martial Sun City.¡±


    Without hesitation, Qiao Mao leapt onto the Fire Rock Python¡¯s back, urging it to surge forward at top speed towards Martial Sun City, leaving a scorched trail in their wake.


    Settled on the Fire Rock Python¡¯s back, Qiao Mao closed his eyes, immersing himself in preparation for his cultivation practice.


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    C24 ¨C The Fortune of the Fire Rock Python


    The Fire Rock Python, despite its origins in the Magma Pool, was remarkably swift onnd, surpassing Qiao Mao in speed quite handily.


    Qiao Mao, currently at Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven, exhibited a burst of speed in a brief skirmish that nearly matched that of a Martial Dao Great Master at Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven.


    The trek from Martial Sun City to Fire Cloud Valley took a full day. Over the long haul, Qiao Mao found he couldn¡¯t match the Fire Rock Python¡¯s pace. He estimated that traveling by Fire Rock Python could cut his journey time in half.


    As the Fire Rock Python sped along, Qiao Mao sat atop its back, immersed in cultivation.


    Since his rebirth, Qiao Mao¡¯s cultivation had progressed rapidly, yet the immediate crisis remained a challenge to ovee.


    Having advanced to Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven, Qiao Mao could now easily dispatch experts at Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven. Still, he required the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique to manage a narrow victory over a Martial Dao Great Master at Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven.


    Setting aside Qiao Guang¡¯s capabilities, the level of expertise of those dispatched by the Main Family was at least Mortality Transcending Level Nine Heaven, some even reaching the Spirit Wheel Stage.


    The gulf in strength between Qiao Mao and these adversaries was vast, leaving him feeling overwhelmed.


    ¡°I should stop dwelling on these matters. If I can refine the Fire Sand Crystal Essence within half a day, I might ascend to Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven. Coupled with the Spirit Explosion Pill, I could even contend with a Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven Martial Artist. In dire circumstances, I¡¯ll have to take that gamble.¡±


    Resolved, Qiao Mao extracted the Fire Sand Crystal Essence he¡¯d been carrying and set about refining it to bolster his strength.


    The fragment of Fire Sand Crystal Essence, though tinier than his thumb and depleted of half its potency, was still a challenge for Qiao Mao to fully assimte.


    He ingested a small piece of the Fire Sand Crystal Essence.


    Upon contact with saliva, the Fire Sand Crystal Essence dissolved instantly. It transformed into a torrent of energy that surged through his organs, leaving him with the sensation of being on the verge of bursting.


    The Fire Sand Crystal Essence contained energy with a fiery attribute, which was incredibly intense. It surged chaotically through Qiao Mao¡¯s organs, making him feel quite ufortable.


    Thankfully, Qiao Mao was no novice to the Mortality Transcending Stage. With over two hundred years of memories and a wealth of cultivation experience, he swiftly gained control over the energy and began to refine it.


    It must be acknowledged that the Fire Sand Crystal Essence was truly remarkable. As Qiao Mao refined it, he could distinctly sense his cultivation level soaring.


    The sensation was utterly exhrating. He felt as though he was seated atop the clouds, racing ahead with the gale.


    ¡°I never imagined I¡¯d break through so swiftly,¡± Qiao Mao remarked.


    Half an hourter, Qiao Mao sensed an imminent breakthrough, which took him by surprise.


    At that moment, Qiao Mao was in urgent need of strength. Despite possessing memories of his past life, he was currently unable to wield the power he once had. Thus, he proceeded with the breakthrough.


    Within moments, an astonishing aura of pressure emanated from Qiao Mao. It climbed steadily until he reached the Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven.


    Qiao Mao exhaled deeply, feeling an immense sense of relief wash over him, as refreshing as if he had just bathed.


    Post-breakthrough, a surge of excitement, bordering on fervor, filled him. He was now capable of effortlessly defeating a Martial Dao Great Master of Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven.


    Yet Qiao Mao did not rest on hisurels. He immediately began practicing the Wind Thunder Palm to further augment his strength.


    His mastery of the Wind Thunder Palm had beenplete at the first level. Now, having ascended to Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven, he was eligible to train in the second level.


    Should he master it, the Wind Thunder Palm¡¯s might would rival that of a Yellow Rank High Grade Martial Skill, significantly bolstering his prowess.


    After half a day¡¯s journey, Qiao Mao returned to Martial Sun City. Leveraging his past life¡¯s martial arts expertise, he had managed to master the second level of the Wind Thunder Palm en route.


    Standing at the gates of Martial Sun City, he gathered his energy and let his aura of menace ripple through the air. His entry into the city this time was bound to spark a fierce and bloody confrontation.


    Qiao Mao contemted whether to keep the Fire Rock Python close at hand. Yet, the creature¡¯s massive size posed a problem. Taking the Fire Rock Python into Martial Sun City would draw too much attention, potentially exposing his identity and inviting a host ofplications.


    Should the Qin family and Qiao Guang join forces against him, he would surely be hard-pressed to defend himself and ultimately face defeat.


    ¡°You must stay outside the city. Should any trouble arise, I¡¯llmunicate with you using Divine Sense Sound Transmission,¡± Qiao Mao instructed the Fire Rock Python.


    No sooner had he issued themand than the Fire Rock Python underwent a dramatic transformation. Its colossal body shrank in an instant, and its aura weakened significantly.


    ?rmed by this abrupt change, Qiao Mao quickly examined the Fire Rock Python. He found that the previously sealed Red Fire Spirit me had been subdued by the python¡¯s spirit and had merged with it.


    ¡°Such fortune you¡¯ve stumbled upon,¡± Qiao Mao marveled inwardly.


    Born in the Magma Pool of Fire Cloud Valley, which itself was created by the Red Fire Spirit me, it was only natural for the Fire Rock Python to integrate with it.


    Now, having absorbed the Red Fire Spirit me, the Fire Rock Python seemed poised for a metamorphosis, its energy waning as it verged on slumber.


    Qiao Mao had intended to consume the Red Fire Spirit me to enhance his own Spirit me, but given the circumstances, he had no choice but to relinquish his im.


    ¡°This is your destiny; I shall not interfere,¡± Qiao Mao dered. Had he not tamed the Fire Rock Python, he would have contended for the Red Fire Spirit me. But as the Fire Rock Python was now his Demonic Pet, he would not dispute its im to the me.


    The Fire Rock Python continued to contract until it was just over a foot in length, assuming a miniature form. It darted into Qiao Mao¡¯s sleeve and wrapped itself around his arm.


    With the Fire Rock Python¡¯s situation settled, Qiao Mao wasted no further time. He subtly altered his appearance and promptly made his way into Martial Sun City.


    Upon entering Martial Sun City, Qiao Mao immediately sensed seven or eight Divine Senses scanning him. rmingly, one of those belonged to a Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven expert.


    This expert¡¯s presence was utterly foreign; he was clearly not a local of Martial Sun City.


    ¡°He¡¯s from the Main Family,¡± Qiao Mao realized, his expression turning icy. He hadn¡¯t anticipated that the Main Family would arrive in Martial Sun City so swiftly, and it seemed they were scouring the city for him.


    ¡°Since they¡¯vee, none shall leave,¡± Qiao Mao muttered with a cold huff. He strode purposefully into the heart of the city.


    With Qiao Mao¡¯s skills, eliminating these individuals discreetly was a simple task. Moreover, following his confrontation with Qin Zhiri, it was likely that the citizens of Martial Sun City believed Qiao Mao¡¯s cultivation level to be at Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven. Little did they know that in under two days, Qiao Mao had advanced to Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven.


    With a grim expression and lethal intent brewing within, Qiao Mao made his way directly to the Zhang family upon his arrival. He intended to leverage their influence to collect the remaining herbs needed to concoct the Blood Lotus Pill.


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 Chapter 25

    C25 ¨C The Plot Has Been Exposed


    Refining the Blood Lotus Pill required a total of twelve herbs. Qiao Mao had already secured the most crucial ingredient, the Blood Lotus. The remaining herbs were readily avable in Martial Sun City, making their acquisition rtively straightforward.


    Nevertheless, collecting the eleven remaining herbs by himself would be quite a hassle for Qiao Mao, especially since time was not on his side. Therefore, he made a beeline for the Zhang family.


    As one of the three prominent families in Martial Sun City, the Zhangs held an esteemed position with extensive influence in the shadows. For them, gathering herbs was a trivial matter.


    Upon hearing of Qiao Mao¡¯s return, Zhang Tianbei quickly came out to greet him,ughing heartily, ¡°Qiao Mao, my dear nephew, you truly have a knack for making a name for yourself. Now, you¡¯re the talk of the town in Martial Sun City.¡±


    The news of Qiao Mao¡¯s confrontation with Qin Zhiri had spread like wildfire. Qiao Mao was well aware that this was what Zhang Tianbei was alluding to. With a wry smile, he replied, ¡°It seems like everyone in Martial Sun City is now out for my blood.¡±


    ¡°To be as skilled as a Martial Dao Great Master, you¡¯re not an easy man to take down. How on earth did your cultivation level rise again?¡± Zhang Tianbei eximed in astonishment. He had just used his Divine Sense to assess Qiao Mao and discovered a significant increase in his cultivation.


    Just two days prior, when Qiao Mao visited the dpidated temple outside the city, he was at Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven. Now, he had astonishingly ascended to Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven.


    At Mortality Transcending Level Four Heaven, he was already capable of defeating a Martial Dao Great Master. With his breakthrough to Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven, hisbat prowess had undoubtedly surged.


    ¡°It¡¯s only been two days, and you¡¯ve already made another breakthrough! You¡¯re truly remarkable,¡± Zhang Tianbei remarked, visibly astounded by Qiao Mao¡¯s rapid progression.


    Qiao Mao¡¯sbat strength was formidable, and his rate of advancement was astonishingly swift. He was, without a doubt, a prodigy.


    Qiao Mao gave a modest wave of his hand and offered a casual smile, ¡°Patriarch Zhang, you¡¯re too kind. I stumbled upon some lucky encounters along the way, which allowed me to advance. I¡¯vee to seek your assistance once more.¡±


    Qiao Mao could deeply sense that Zhang Tianbei¡¯s attitude toward him had undergone aplete transformation, which bolstered his confidence in the quest to gather all the necessary spirit medicines.


    Indeed, Zhang Tianbei assured him with a hearty p on his chest, ¡°Nephew, speak freely. I¡¯ll spare no effort to assist you.¡±


    Qiao Mao had undergone significant changes recently, leading Zhang Tianbei to surmise that Qiao Mao must have received assistance from a top Martial Dao Great Master. Otherwise, how could his breakthroughse so swiftly and hisbat prowess be so formidable? These questions remained unanswered.


    ?Following Qiao Mao¡¯s defeat of Qin Zhiri, Zhang Tianbei had been unwavering in his support, eager to forge a stronger bond with Qiao Mao. He knew that if the Super Expert backing Qiao Mao were ever displeased, it could spell disaster for the entirety of Martial Sun City, not to mention theparatively minor Zhang family.


    ¡°Patriarch Zhang, I need your assistance in gathering some medicinal herbs, and I¡¯d like it done within the next four hours,¡± Qiao Mao requested. He promptly produced pen and paper, listing the eleven herbs required for concocting the Blood Lotus Pill.


    Furthermore, Qiao Mao tasked Zhang Tianbei with procuring ingredients for the Spirit Explosion Pill, nning to craft this potent concoction in the future.


    ?Upon receiving the list, Zhang Tianbei was taken aback by the sheer number of herbs needed. Fortunately, the search wouldn¡¯t be too challenging as the Zhang family already possessed several of them. He immediately epted the task, promising, ¡°Nephew, rest assured. I guarantee the collection of these herbs within four hours.¡±


    With the list in hand, Zhang Tianbei grew even more convinced of the Super Expert¡¯s support behind Qiao Mao. What else could exin a fifteen-year-old¡¯s extensive knowledge of such a wide array of medicinal herbs?


    ¡°Where is the ck Shadow Guard Team?¡± Zhang Tianbei called out.


    Instantly, a group of ck-d guards materialized, each exuding a formidable presence as they bowed to Zhang Tianbei and chorused, ¡°Master!¡±


    ?Qiao Mao had long been aware of the Zhang family¡¯s elite unit, directly overseen by Zhang Tianbei. Today marked his first encounter with them. Each member was exceptionally strong, with remarkable individualbat skills. United, they could challenge even a Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven warrior without yielding an inch.


    Qiao Mao hadn¡¯t anticipated that Zhang Tianbei would dispatch people solely to assist him in locating medicinal ingredients.


    ¡°Find the items on this list at any cost. You have four hours¡ªany dy and everyone will be executed,¡± Zhang Tianbeimanded.


    ¡°Understood,¡± the ck Shadow Guard Team responded, taking the list before vanishing into the courtyard.


    Once the ck Shadow Guard Team had disappeared, Zhang Tianbei turned, offering a reassuring smile, ¡°Rest assured, within four hours, you¡¯ll have all the ingredients you need.¡±


    ¡°Thank you, Patriarch Zhang,¡± Qiao Mao said, bowing deeply. He was taken aback by Zhang Tianbei¡¯s support, which had indirectly saved his uncle¡¯s life.


    Qiao Mao had etched Zhang Tianbei¡¯s kindness into his memory, vowing to repay him in the future.


    One should always strive to reciprocate any assistance received.


    Thanks to the ck Shadow Guard Team, the procurement of medicinal ingredients was swiftly resolved. In less than four hours, all the ingredients Qiao Mao needed were before him.


    The haul included not only the eleven ingredients for the Blood Lotus Pill but also the four for the Spirit Explosion Pill.


    ¡°Patriarch Zhang, may I use your secret chamber?¡± Qiao Mao requested.


    ¡°Of course,¡± Zhang Tianbei consented.


    In the secret chamber, Qiao Mao began his alchemy. With his cultivation level having recently advanced, his body¡¯s Spiritual Energy flowed endlessly, making his refining process much faster than before. Additionally, his time in Fire Cloud Valley had allowed him to absorb substantial Fire Attribute Energy, significantly enhancing his Spirit me.


    ?Meanwhile, as Qiao Mao was engrossed in his alchemical work, Martial Sun City was rocked by another significant incident.


    Inside the Qiao family estate, a group led by Qiao Guang wore somber expressions.


    ¡°What did you say? Repeat that!¡± a middle-aged man demanded furiously, clutching a guard¡¯s cor, his face contorted in rage.


    ¡°We discovered the body of young master Qiao Hee in Qiao Mao¡¯s house,¡± the guard stammered.


    Enraged, the middle-aged man hurled the guard aside, bellowing, ¡°Qiao Mao, you disloyal son, to harm your own kin!¡±


    Qiao Hou, a middle-aged man, was the father of Qiao Hee. He had assumed that his son had been spending his days at the Spring Pavilion, and therefore, he hadn¡¯t been overly concerned about him.


    Qiao Hee had a history of such behavior, having once spent an entire month at the Spring Pavilion. Besides, at just sixteen or seventeen years old, Qiao Hee was not particrly strong and was deemed unfit to be involved in the current n.


    What Qiao Hou could never have imagined was that over ten days ago, Qiao Hee had been murdered and buried in the backyard of Qiao Mao¡¯s house. Today, when Qiao Hou sent people to Qiao Mao¡¯s residence to search for leads, they were shocked to unearth the body of Qiao Hee.


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    C26 ¨C How Many People Have Died??


    Qiao Hou usually paid little attention to Qiao Hee, but Qiao Hee was his only son.


    ¡°Dad, Qiao Mao truly deserves to die,¡± Qiao Hou said through clenched teeth. If he could have caught Qiao Mao by now, he would have already killed him.


    After a moment¡¯s thought, Qiao Hou suggested with a malicious tone, ¡°Father, why don¡¯t we kill Qiao Shen and then spread the word? I refuse to believe that won¡¯t draw out Qiao Mao.¡±


    ¡°Qiao Shen has been struck by the ck Jade Purple Yin Poison and won¡¯t survive the day. Killing him makes no difference,¡± Qiao Guang replied coolly. ¡°Your actions today have been a profound disappointment to me.¡±


    Qiao Hou attempted to argue, but Qiao Guang cut him off.


    ¡°Qiao Hee is nothing but a failure. What can he possibly achieve? All he does is drink all day. If I were to bring him into the n, he¡¯d surely sabotage my ns,¡± Qiao Guang said with a dismissive snort. ¡°Moreover, his son is dead; he can always have another. But if you continue to be this rash, how will you ever aplish anything significant?¡±


    ¡°I¡¯ll keep that in mind,¡± Qiao Hou responded, his anger simmering, but he recognized Qiao Guang¡¯s point. After hearing his father¡¯s words, he readily agreed.


    ¡°This situation provides us with the perfect pretext. We can now eliminate them openly,¡± Qiao Guang said, his eyes flickering with a dark gleam. ¡°Send some men to join the Qin family in hunting down Qiao Mao. Also, take a team to pursue all members of Qiao Dou¡¯s lineage. Should anyone resist, kill them without hesitation.¡±


    Despite Qiao Dou¡¯s departure to Fallen Cloud Valley, he was once the family head, and many within the n remained fiercely loyal to him. Rash killings by Qiao Guang and his faction could provoke severe bacsh.


    Thus, even though Qiao Guang sought Qiao Mao and the others, he had to act covertly. But now, he could use the pretext of Qiao Mao¡¯s killing to openly seize control of the Qiao family in Martial Sun City.


    ¡°Understood,¡± Qiao Hou replied, his excitement palpable. Starting today, they would trulymand the Qiao family in Martial Sun City. Soon, they might sessfully join therger n. Yet, Qiao Hou paused before adding, ¡°However, Father, if we aim to enter the Ancestral Land, we may need the key that Qiao Shen possesses. I propose delegating the task of capturing Qiao Mao and the others, while I personally oversee Qiao Shen.¡±


    Within the Qiao Family Ancestral Landy an item of great importance, shrouded in secrets. The key to thisnd, however, was not held by Qiao Guang and his associates but was safeguarded by the descendants of Qiao Dou, passed down through generations.


    Qiao Hou had learned that before departing for Fallen Cloud Valley, Qiao Dou had entrusted the key to Qiao Shen. Consequently, they poisoned Qiao Shen to gain control of it.


    Qiao Hou was certain that before his demise, Qiao Shen would entrust the key to someone else. This presented an opportunity for him to seize it.


    Once he had the key, the endgame would be in sight.


    Qiao Guang remained silent, offering only a nod to signal his consent.


    Swiftly, the Qiao family saw a seismic shift. Many of Qiao Dou¡¯s loyalists were apprehended, some sustaining grave injuries in the process.


    Furthermore, the Qiao and Qin families formed an alliance, using the alleged murder of Qiao Mao as a pretext to relentlessly pursue him.


    Upon hearing the news, Zhang Tianbei stood anxiously outside the secret chamber. But Qiao Mao had instructed not to be disturbed until he emerged.


    As the chamber doors swung open, Qiao Mao stepped out. Zhang Tianbei approached him quickly, his voiceced with urgency, ¡°I was about to break in if you hadn¡¯te out.¡±


    ¡°What¡¯s happened?¡± Qiao Mao asked, his brow furrowed.


    Zhang Tianbei ryed the events to Qiao Mao, adding, ¡°Qiao Guang is using you of killing Qiao Hee and is now hunting down your father¡¯s formerrades, iming they¡¯ve been harboring you.¡±


    ¡°Have there been any casualties?¡± Qiao Mao¡¯s eyes reddened, a surge of bloodshot rage fueling his icy tone.


    ¡°No one has died yet, just a few severely wounded. But this is only the beginning. If things continue this way, they¡¯ll surely kill all of your father¡¯s men,¡± Zhang Tianbei exined.


    Qiao Mao hadn¡¯t anticipated that in the two hours he spent refining medicine in the chamber, Qiao Guang would have alreadyunched his assault. Thankfully, there were no fatalities.


    ¡°Qiao Guang, had you not provoked me, you might have enjoyed a few more days of peace. But now, that¡¯s no longer an option,¡± Qiao Mao dered with a cold huff.


    ¡°Qiao Mao, what should we do now?¡± Zhang Tianbei inquired. The Qiao family and the Wang family had openly allied themselves, and they would surely shift their focus to target the Zhang family.


    Despite being one of the Three Great Overlords, the Zhang family couldn¡¯t withstand thebined forces of Qiao Guang and the Qin family. The Zhang family faced certain destruction.


    Zhang Tianbei couldn¡¯t bear the thought of the legacy his elders had worked so hard to establish vanishing into thin air.


    ¡°Patriarch Zhang, please stay calm. Prepare for an attack at home and await my message,¡± Qiao Mao instructed before disguising himself as a man in his twenties, ready to visit Qiao Shen¡¯s home.


    ¡°Qiao Mao, please be careful,¡± Zhang Tianbei cautioned. He had pinned all his hopes on Qiao Mao.


    Acknowledging with a nod, Qiao Mao dashed out the door, transforming into a streak of ck light and vanishing from Zhang Tianbei¡¯s view.


    Once outside, Qiao Mao headed to the bustling streets of Martial Sun City. Qiao Guang¡¯s forces and those of the Qin family were everywhere, searching for him, having nearly taken control of the city.


    But Qiao Mao ignored these underlings; they were mereckeys and posed no threat. He suspected that Qiao Guang¡¯s primary target might be his uncle.


    Yet, Qiao Mao wasn¡¯t overly concerned. Having uncovered the secret of the Celestial Yin Nether Arts in Fire Cloud Valley, he had a n forming in his mind. He was aware that Qiao Guang¡¯s ultimate objective was to obtain the Celestial Yin Nether Arts stored in the Qiao Family Ancestral Land.


    To gain ess to the Ancestral Land, Qiao Guang needed a special key. As long as Qiao Shen withheld it, they wouldn¡¯t dare to kill him outright.


    Qiao Mao made his way swiftly to Qiao Shen¡¯s residence, a vast estate surrounded by towering walls, yet marred with bloodstains.


    These were the remnants of a fierce battle where Zhen Gui and Qiao Shen had fought their way out to rescue Qiao Mao. Two days on, the stains remained, a stark and harrowing reminder.


    Qiao Mao surveyed the scene silently, his heart still seething with an unspoken desire for vengeance. He swiftly masked his power and made his way into the house with haste.


    ¡°Qiao Hou,¡± Qiao Mao sensed almost immediately upon entry, detecting a subtle yet unmistakable presence. It was the oppressive aura of Qiao Guang¡¯s son, Qiao Hou.


    Beyond that, Qiao Mao was aware of several formidable individuals nearby. Each one possessed a formidable level of cultivation, with the least among them having attained Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven.


    ¡°Qiao Hou, you¡¯ve certainly spared no expense in recruiting these masters. However, today I¡¯m eager to see who wille out on top,¡± Qiao Mao thought to himself, his eyes narrowing with a frosty resolve. He then stealthily infiltrated further into the depths of the house.


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    C27 ¨C Revenge for Kindness


    The moment Qiao Mao stepped into the courtyard, he sensed several formidable presences. He immediately held his breath, his focus sharpening, as he moved with silent steps.


    The situation at Qiao Shen¡¯s Mansion was fraught with danger, given the number of skilled individuals present. Qiao Mao proceeded with utmost caution, knowing that any slip-up could be fatal, not just for him but also for his uncle and Shuang.


    In his past life, he had shed with the Nether n on numerous asions, often lying in wait to ambush them. His familiarity with their energy signatures allowed him to slip past the guards undetected and make his way to the outside of Qiao Shen¡¯s room. Peering through the window, he saw the scene unfold.


    Inside, a middle-aged man in his fortiesy on the bed, hisplexion deathly pale as he gasped for air.


    ¡°Master, it¡¯s time for your medicine,¡± a freckled-faced maid said cautiously.


    She carried a bowl of dark medicinal brew to Qiao Shen¡¯s bedside.


    Qiao Shen, racked with violent coughs, weakly gestured to her, ¡°Put the bowl down and leave.¡±


    ¡°Master, you really need to take your medicine quickly. If you don¡¯t, you won¡¯tst much longer,¡± the maid whispered, her voice tinged with fear of provoking Qiao Shen¡¯s ire.


    With the maid¡¯s gentle urging, Qiao Shen attempted to lift the bowl, but his hands shook uncontrobly, and the bowl slipped from his grasp.


    It crashed to the floor, shattering, the medicine sshing across the tiles. Qiao Shen let out a bitter chuckle and said with resignation, ¡°I can¡¯t even hold a bowl now; it looks like I won¡¯t survive the night.¡±


    ¡°Master, please don¡¯t say such things. With the head of the family gone, you are the backbone of the Qiao family. You must pull through,¡± the maid implored through her tears.


    A shadow of concern crossed Qiao Shen¡¯s eyes as he replied, ¡°Now with Mao missing and my sister-inw away, I fear my time is short.¡±


    Qiao Shen was acutely aware that he might not make it through the night. With the Qiao family under the control of Qiao Guang and his cohorts, his demise could spell disaster for his young daughter, Qiao Shuang, a mere child of seven.


    When the memories flooded back, he was consumed by rage. He couldn¡¯t help but bellow, ¡°If my elder brother were still alive, Qiao Guang would never have taken control of the Qiao family. It¡¯s unbearable.¡±


    Gradually, Qiao Shen¡¯s voice grew fainter. His fists remained clenched, his nails digging into his palms, drawing blood that trickled down.


    Were it not for the deadly poison coursing through his veins, he would not let Qiao Guang and Qiao Hou enjoy a single moment of peace, even at the cost of his own life. But now, hecked even the strength to stand.


    Rage still zed in Qiao Shen¡¯s eyes. Blood-stained tears streamed down his cheeks, giving him a fearsome appearance.


    Qiao Mao, concealed outside the window, watched his uncle intently. A torrent of murderous intent had long been building within him, like a ferocious inferno in his heart, eager to erupt andy waste to everything.


    ¡°Uncle,¡± Qiao Mao growled inwardly, barely restraining the impulse to burst in.


    The sight of Qiao Shen¡¯s blood-streaked face startled the maid. Fearfully, she eximed, ¡°Master, I¡¯ll go prepare another bowl of medicine!¡±


    Without waiting for Qiao Shen¡¯s response, she quickly exited the room. Closing the door behind her, she stood outside, patting her chest to calm her nerves. Taking a deep breath, she muttered, ¡°My goodness! This old fellow is on death¡¯s door, yet he¡¯s still so daunting.¡±


    ¡°He spilled the medicine, and now I have to prepare another bowl,¡± sheined. Once herposure returned, she huffed and made her way to the kitchen.


    Qiao Mao watched Pock Face retreat and his brow furrowed. A hint of lethal intent surfaced on his face as he stealthily trailed her.


    Pock Face entered the kitchen and began to prepare the medicine, all the while grumbling under her breath.


    Qiao Mao, feigning ignorance, followed her into the kitchen. With a sly smile, he asked, ¡°Who¡¯s got you so upset?¡±


    Having visited the mansion numerous times, Qiao Mao was well-acquainted with Pock Face. Now twenty years old, she had been a street waif over a decade ago when his great-uncle took pity on her and brought her to the mansion to serve as a maid.


    Qiao Shen had Pock Face by his side precisely because she was a maid with a clean background.


    When someone inquired, Pock Face didn¡¯t shy away but responded indignantly, ¡°He¡¯s on the brink of death, and he spilled the medicine Lord Qiao Hou provided. Now I have to prepare another batch. If Lord Qiao Hou holds me ountable, I couldn¡¯t handle the consequences.¡±


    ¡°Lord Qiao Hou?¡± Qiao Mao, standing behind Pock Face, asked with an icy tone.


    ¡°Lord Qiao Hou instructed me to increase the ck Jade Purple Yin Poison dosage for that man, ensuring his demise tonight. That way, we can advance into the family¡¯s inner circle sooner,¡± Pock Face boasted.


    ¡°He told you to increase the poison, to ensure the man dies tonight?¡± Qiao Mao clenched his jaw. His visage twisted into a grimace, seething with murderous intent.


    Oblivious, Pock Face continued her tasks, her voice tinged with excitement, ¡°Yes, I want him dead by tonight. Once he¡¯s gone and Lord Qiao Hou secures the key to the Ancestral Land, not only will I be weed into the family¡¯s core, but I¡¯ll also receive a substantial reward.¡±


    ¡°All for a ce in the family¡¯s heart and some illusory reward, you would betray your own uncle?¡± At his limit, Qiao Mao pressed her for answers.


    ¡°The reward is significant,¡± Pock Face replied, her excitement palpable until she suddenly realized something. She whirled around to face Qiao Mao, questioning, ¡°Who are you? Howe I¡¯ve never seen you before?¡±


    Pock Face had indeed encountered Qiao Mao a few times, but now disguised as a man in his twenties, she failed to recognize him.


    ¡°Hmph, you treacherous wretch,¡± Qiao Mao scoffed. With a swift motion, Pock Face¡¯s head tumbled to the ground.


    Once, Pock Face nearly perished from hunger on the streets. Were it not for his uncle¡¯s benevolence in saving her, she would not have survived to see this day.


    Yet, to Qiao Mao¡¯s astonishment, Pock Face showed no gratitude towards his uncle. Instead, she had been swayed by Qiao Hou¡¯s bribe, willing to administer poison for a promised reward.


    Qiao Mao would not hesitate to eliminate anyone who proved to be ungrateful.


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    C28 ¨C I Swear I Won¡¯t be a Human!


    ¡°Traitors will meet their end.¡±


    In his previous life, Qiao Mao was betrayed by his disciple, Dong Png, leading to a fierce battle with the Nether n in the Celestial Ancient Burial Land. He sustained grave injuries and was defeated. Left with no other choice, he activated the Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower¡¯s self-destruct mechanism.


    Thus, Qiao Mao felt no pity for the maid known as Pock Face. He executed her without hesitation. A person who bites the hand that feeds them, as she did, more than deserves their fate.


    Having dispatched Pock Face, Qiao Mao¡¯s aura of menace subsided. He looked around and hatched a n. He whipped up a bowl of medicinal soup and, masquerading as a guard, made his way back to Qiao Shen¡¯s room.


    But as he approached within five hundred meters of Qiao Shen¡¯s room, two guards at the Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven blocked his way. ¡°Stop right there. You¡¯re not allowed here,¡± they challenged.


    ¡°Is this the Qiao family¡¯s estate so exclusive that a member of the Qin family can¡¯t move about freely?¡± Qiao Mao retorted with a cold snort. Aware that the Qiao family had members within the estate, he boldly assumed their identity.


    ¡°Are you from the Qin family?¡± the guards inquired, their brows furrowed. They were aware of the alliance between the Qiao and Qin families. ¡°What happened to the maid who used to deliver the medicine?¡±


    ¡°The Qiao family is truly pathetic. Have they run out of people to send? To think they would resort to using such useless individuals for medicine delivery,¡± Qiao Mao feigned arrogance. ¡°Had the Qin family been in charge of this task, they would have already secured the key to the Qiao Family Ancestral Land. There would have been no need to wait.¡±


    The guards, feeling insulted by Qiao Mao¡¯s impersonation of a Qin family member, red at him with fury. They were itching to y him alive.


    ¡°Dissatisfied? I¡¯ll have you know that our family head has grown impatient. He sent me to press Qiao Shen for information and retrieve that item,¡± Qiao Mao stated icily.


    One of the guards was seething with anger, but was swiftly restrained by another guard who said, ¡°It¡¯s none of your business how we operate. But you¡¯d better deliver what we want today, or you¡¯ll face the consequences.¡±


    ¡°Then watch closely,¡± Qiao Mao retorted, striding purposefully into Qiao Shen¡¯s room.


    Qiao Mao was well aware that Qiao Shen¡¯s mansion had been taken over by Qiao Hou. Qiao Shen¡¯s men had either been killed or imprisoned, leaving behind only those as treacherous as Pock Face.


    Upon entering, Qiao Mao found his uncle lying there, feeble and barely clinging to life. It seemed he wouldn¡¯tst much longer.


    ¡°Did Qiao Hou send you?¡± Qiao Shen asked before Qiao Mao could speak, a cold sneer ying at his lips. ¡°Tell him to give up. He will never gain entry to the Qiao family¡¯s Ancestral Land because he simply does not deserve to be a Qiao.¡±


    The Ancestral Land was the heart of the family and the repository of their beliefs. Qiao Hou¡¯s collusion with the Qin family to harm his kin had rendered him unworthy in Qiao Shen¡¯s eyes.


    Qiao Shen was riddled with wounds, hisplexion ashen. The blood on his body had dried into crusty scabs, presenting a ghastly sight.


    Tears of blood had left their mark at the corners of his eyes, a testament to the fierce struggle within.


    ¡°Qiao Hou, I swear I won¡¯t rest until you¡¯re dead,¡± Qiao Mao fumed, his earlier view from the window having been unclear. Now, standing close to Qiao Shen and seeing his uncle¡¯s dire state, rage surged through him like a primal beast. He hurried forward and announced, ¡°Uncle, it¡¯s me, Mao.¡±


    ¡°Mao?¡±


    Hearing this name, Qiao Shen shuddered, but then his disbelief surfaced with a scornfulugh. ¡°Is this Qiao Hou¡¯s foolish scheme? He¡¯s sorely underestimated me. My nephew was frail from birth and has long been dead.¡±


    Qiao Shen hesitated briefly, as if a memory had just surfaced. A touch of warmth softened his features, and he spoke with a hint of pride, ¡°But in the end, Qiao Mao took down two Core Disciples of the Qin family, which certainly did my big brother and me proud.¡±


    The Core Disciples Qiao Shen referred to were none other than Qin Dian and Qin Jin. Yet, Qiao Shen was unaware that Qiao Mao had not only in these two, but he had also decimated several members of the Qin family, including a Martial Dao Great Master like Qin Zhiri, nearly halving the family¡¯s cadre of strong fighters.


    ¡°Uncle, it¡¯s really me, Qiao Mao.¡± Approaching Qiao Shen, Qiao Mao removed his mask and revealed himself. ¡°Uncle, I truly am your nephew.¡±


    Qiao Shen¡¯s Blood Eye fixed intently on Qiao Mao, and upon confirming that the man before him was indeed his nephew, ¡°Qiao Mao,¡± he was utterly astounded.


    ¡°You really are Qiao Mao¡­¡± Qiao Shen shook uncontrobly. He could never have imagined that Qiao Mao would appear before him, and even with his nephew standing there, it all seemed surreal.


    Since learning of Qiao Mao¡¯s capture by the Qin family, Qiao Shen had been on a vengeful killing spree for Zhen Gui, who remained missing. Consequently, Qiao Shen hade to believe that both Qiao Mao and Zhen Gui had been captured and killed by the Qin family.


    Seeing Qiao Mao now, Qiao Shen felt as though he was in a dream, but his expression quickly turned grave.


    Assassins were likely lurking within the mansion, making it a ce of great peril.


    Imprisoned and afflicted with a deadly poison, Qiao Shen was on the brink of death and powerless to protect Qiao Mao.


    ¡°Qiao Mao, how did you get in here? Leave this ce at once.¡± Qiao Shen attempted to rise, urging Qiao Mao to escape, but hecked the strength to even sit up.


    ¡°Don¡¯t worry, if I could get in, I can get out. Qiao Hou, that bastard, poses no threat to me,¡± Qiao Mao dered with confidence. He then hurriedly produced a Blood Lotus Pill he had previously prepared and urged, ¡°Uncle, take this Blood Lotus Pill quickly. Within half an hour, all the poison in your system will be neutralized.¡±


    ¡°Can the poison in my body really be neutralized in just half an hour?¡± Qiao Shen eximed in surprise, but then he shook his head, ¡°I understand your intentions, but I¡­¡±


    Qiao Shen was aware that he had been afflicted with the ck Jade Purple Yin Poison, a toxin for which there was no known antidote in Martial Sun City.


    ¡°Uncle, we¡¯re in a critical situation. Please trust me,¡± Qiao Mao implored, pressed for time and unable to offer a full exnation. He could only urge Qiao Shen to take the Blood Lotus Pill immediately.


    ¡°Alright, I¡¯ll trust you,¡± Qiao Shen consented. Given that Qiao Mao had managed to get here, perhaps the pill really had the power to detoxify.


    Besides, Qiao Shen was on the brink of death; to him, taking the pill, even if it were poisonous, made no difference at this point.


    Without hesitation, Qiao Shen consumed the Blood Lotus Pill. It dissolved as soon as it touched his tongue, and within minutes, he felt a resurgence of strength. Astonished, he eximed, ¡°This Blood Lotus Pill truly works against the poison, and its effectiveness is remarkable!¡±


    ¡°Uncle, focus on assimting the medicine. We¡¯ve got more to attend to shortly,¡± Qiao Mao said with a slight smile. In his past life as a Spirit me Great Master, the pills he crafted were highly valued for their exceptional efficacy.


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    C29 ¨C I¡¯ll Trade My Life for Yours


    Half an hourter, Qiao Shen hadpletely assimted the Blood Lotus Pill, ridding his body of all toxins. He eximed joyfully, ¡°Mao, I¡¯ve done it. The poison has truly been neutralized.¡±


    ¡°That¡¯s great,¡± Qiao Mao replied with a chuckle, having anticipated this oue.


    ¡°Mao, can you exin what¡¯s happening? How did youe by a pill that neutralizes the ck Jade Purple Yin Poison?¡± Qiao Shen pressed, unable to contain his curiosity. He had resigned himself to his fate earlier that day, only to be miraculously brought back from the brink. How could he possibly remain calm?


    Moreover, only a Spirit me Master could craft the Blood Lotus Pill, and even the lowest-ranked Grade Nine Spirit me Master was exceedingly rare.


    Qiao Mao spread his hand to reveal a small me dancing in his palm. With a smile, he said, ¡°Because I am a Spirit me Master.¡±


    ¡°You¡¯re a Spirit me Master?¡± Qiao Shen was taken aback, then burst intoughter, ¡°Haha, excellent. The Qiao family is about to be formidable indeed.¡±


    Qiao Mao gave an uneasy smile, wary of further questions from Qiao Shen. He quicklyposed himself and said, ¡°I¡¯ll fill you in on all thister. Right now, we need to figure out how to escape.¡±


    ¡°Indeed, I¡¯ve already had a brush with death today; I¡¯m not afraid to face it again,¡± Qiao Shen dered confidently.


    Yet Qiao Mao swiftly intervened. A fight to the death was not part of his n.


    ¡°Uncle, here¡¯s what we¡¯ll do,¡± Qiao Mao murmured into Qiao Shen¡¯s ear.


    Outside Qiao Shen¡¯s quarters, two guards noted that Qiao Mao had been inside for quite some time without any sign of activity. One guard scoffed, ¡°The Qin family¡¯s people aren¡¯t very impressive, are they? He¡¯s been in there for half an hour with nomotion.¡±


    The other guard let out a coldugh, ¡°Qiao Shen is not an easy man to handle. Even Qiao Hou couldn¡¯t intimidate him; what chance do the Qin family have?¡±


    ¡°Exactly. Otherwise, this would have been resolved long ago. But speaking of Qiao Shen¡¯s daughter, she¡¯s exceptionally gifted. To think she¡¯s be a martial artist at such a young age.¡±


    ¡°Not only is she incredibly talented, but her physique is also quite unique,¡± the guard murmured after ensuring they were alone. He leaned in and whispered to his fellow guard, ¡°I¡¯ve heard Elder Qiao Guang ns to present her to the Nether n.¡±


    The other guard¡¯s face went ashen at the revtion. He hastily mped a hand over the first guard¡¯s mouth, hissing, ¡°Don¡¯t speak of such things carelessly. If word gets out, it could spell doom not just for our Qiao family but for the entirety of Martial Sun City.¡±


    ?The mere mention of the Nether n was a forbidden subject, and both guards were visibly shaken by the fear it invoked. Yet amidst their trepidation, a furious bellow erupted from Qiao Shen¡¯s room.


    ¡°Qiao Shen, don¡¯t be a fool. Hand over the key to the Qiao Family Ancestral Land, or it¡¯s over for you.¡±


    The ttering of pots and a barrage of angry shouts followed. The guards exchanged knowing looks and shook their heads, clearly believing Qiao Mao¡¯s attempt at persuasion had failed.


    As the minutes ticked by, punctuated by bursts of noise, the guards initiallymented but eventually lost interest.


    Then, suddenly, Qiao Mao burst from Qiao Shen¡¯s room, calling out urgently, ¡°Quick, fetch Lord Qiao Hou. Qiao Shen has agreed to surrender the key!¡±


    ¡°He¡¯s failed yet again,¡± one guard muttered dismissively, but his skepticism quickly turned to astonishment. ¡°What? Qiao Shen has consented to hand over the Ancestral Land¡¯s key? How can that be?¡±


    Not long before, Qiao Shen had been defiant to the point of death, valuing the key over even his own daughter¡¯s life.


    ¡°Why are you still standing there? Go get Lord Qiao Hou immediately. If you cause any dy, it¡¯ll be the end of you,¡± Qiao Mao snapped at the stunned guards.


    ¡°Yes, right away,¡± one guard responded, dashing off to summon Lord Qiao Hou. ¡°To think someone from the Qin family actually pulled it off,¡± he marveled.


    Meanwhile, the other guard approached Qiao Mao with a mixture of respect and curiosity. ¡°How did you manage it? Please, you must teach me.¡±


    ¡°Do you really want to know how I managed it?¡± Qiao Mao asked coldly. A flicker of murderous intent crossed his mind as he continued, ¡°I could tell you, but your life would be the price.¡±


    The guard didn¡¯t have time to react before Qiao Mao snapped his neck. The guard was a Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven warrior, but to Qiao Mao, he was as fragile as an ant. Qiao Mao could kill him with ease.


    After dispatching the guard, Qiao Mao made his way back to Qiao Shen¡¯s room. Soon after, Qiao Hou¡¯s boastful voice echoed from outside: ¡°God is on my side!¡±


    Then came a flurry of footsteps. Suddenly, eight people materialized in Qiao Shen¡¯s room. Besides two Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven guards, there were four Martial Dao Great Masters. Qiao Hou and another stranger were formidable experts of Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s brow furrowed as he surveyed the assembled crowd, feeling the weight of their presence. He had been aware of several experts lurking within the estate, but he hadn¡¯t anticipated them all converging here at once.


    ¡°Qiao Shen, if you¡¯re ready to surrender the key, do it now,¡± Qiao Hou demanded as he entered the room. But Qiao Sheny motionless on the bed, eyes shut, offering no response.


    Qiao Hou repeated his demand, but Qiao Shen remained silent. Frustration clouded Qiao Hou¡¯s face as he demanded, ¡°Can someone exin what¡¯s happening here?¡±


    ¡°Sir, Qiao Shen mentioned he wanted to strike a deal with you. He insisted on having me as his guarantor before he would agree to hand over the key,¡± Qiao Mao spoke up, his head bowed.


    Qiao Hou¡¯s frown deepened. He had tried negotiating with Qiao Shen on multiple asions, even resorting to threats involving Qiao Shuang, but to no avail. Why would Qiao Shen consider a mere Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven warrior suitable as a guarantor?


    In the Qiao family, a Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven warrior was deemed strong among the household guards, and only those who reached Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven were seen as truly elite. Yet, to Qiao Hou, such a warrior was no more significant than an ant.


    ¡°He wants you to be his guarantor?¡± Qiao Hou asked, his brow still furrowed with skepticism.


    Qiao Mao spoke, ¡°Indeed, I once came across a secret method for entering into contracts. I¡¯ve already formed such a contract with Qiao Shen, and now he holds sway over my life. Should he fail to achieve his desire, he has but to think it, and I would die instantly.¡±


    Upon hearing this, everyone was taken aback. It was astonishing that someone would so readily entrust their life to another.


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 Chapter 30

    C30 ¨C It Was Intolerable!


    Upon signing the contract, he essentially surrendered his life to another, leaving himself utterly defenseless and without any means to resist. Moreover, if Qiao Shen decided to act on a murderous impulse now, wouldn¡¯t that mean instant death?


    Qiao Hou and hispanions gave Qiao Mao peculiar looks, as if they were staring at a creature from another world.


    Catching a glimpse of uncertainty in Qiao Hou¡¯s eyes, Qiao Mao inwardly scoffed. Sensing his moment, he pledged his allegiance, ¡°Sir, for the Qiao and Qin families to reign supreme over Martial Sun City, I urge you to act swiftly. My life may be inconsequential, but should Qiao Shen renege on his promise, we would be at a grave disadvantage.¡±


    ¡°The Qin family is indeed blessed to have someone as steadfast and dedicated as you,¡± Qiao Hou remarked, pping Qiao Mao on the shoulder. ¡°Secure the key to the Ancestral Land from Qiao Shen, and I¡¯ll grant any request you have, along with a handsome reward.¡±


    Qiao Hou could hardly contain his tion. The key he had so desperately sought was now within reach, all thanks to a mere Qin family warrior.


    With the key to the Ancestral Land in hand, he could retrieve the Celestial Yin Nether Arts stored within, achieving a monumental feat. He could even im a prize from the Main Family¡¯s masters¡ªa multitude of gains from a single venture.


    ¡°God be praised,¡± Qiao Hou murmured, thrilled with anticipation.


    ¡°Thank you, my lord,¡± Qiao Mao replied with feigned excitement, bowing respectfully. ¡°The matter is quite straightforward. Qiao Shen has two conditions. The first is the release of his daughter, Qiao Shuang. Should he perish, we are to spare her any harm.¡±


    ¡°Qiao Shuang?¡± Qiao Hou¡¯s brow creased ever so slightly. Previously, releasing Qiao Shuang was trivial, but now it posed a challenge.


    ¡°Yes, the initial condition is the release of Qiao Shuang,¡± Qiao Mao confirmed. He hadn¡¯t anticipated his uncle Qiao Shen¡¯s poisoning, which led him to have his mother, Zhen Gui, bring Qiao Shuang back. Currently, Qiao Shuang was undoubtedly in their custody, so securing her safety was his immediate priority.


    Qiao Hou hesitated before turning to the stranger at Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven and asked, ¡°Sir, what¡¯s your opinion?¡±


    The stranger remained silent but nodded in agreement, secretly sending a message to Qiao Hou, ¡°Once Qiao Shen hands over the key to the Ancestral Land, we can then capture Qiao Shuang without dy.¡±


    Realization dawned on Qiao Hou. With the key in hand, he would have no further concerns. Qiao Shuang wouldn¡¯t be able to escape either, as the contract¡¯s bacsh would be lethal for the individual before him, and there was no need to worry about the Qin family turning against him.


    Besides, should the Qin family turn on him, he could rely on the Main Family¡¯s experts topletely eliminate them.


    ¡°That works. And the second condition?¡± inquired Qiao Hou.


    ¡°Sir¡­¡± began Qiao Mao, hesitating.


    ¡°Haven¡¯t I already agreed to your terms? What¡¯s the issue now?¡± Qiao Hou asked, growing impatient.


    ¡°Qiao Shen will only reveal the second request after seeing Qiao Shuang,¡± exined Qiao Mao. ¡°It¡¯s a matter of life and death for me. I¡¯m asking for your assistance.¡±


    ¡°What a nuisance,¡± Qiao Hou grumbled, thenmanded, ¡°Bring Qiao Shuang here.¡±


    ¡°As you wish,¡± replied the two Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven warriors behind Qiao Hou, who soon returned with Qiao Shuang in tow.


    Qiao Shuang was cradled by a warrior, unconscious. Her once fairplexion was now filthy and deathly pale, her aura weak, clearly indicating her recent suffering.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s heart clenched as he quickly took Qiao Shuang into his arms, thoroughly checking her condition. Once assured she was not in grave danger, he ced her beside Qiao Shen with a sense of relief.


    Qiao Shen, lying in bed, opened his eyes, his face alight with emotion. His greatest fear had been leaving Qiao Shuang alone and unprotected after his death. Now, seeing her returned to his side filled him with overwhelming relief.


    ¡°Alright, Qiao Shuang is now with you, and we¡¯ve promised not to harm her further. It¡¯s time for you to state your second request,¡± Qiao Hou stated icily.


    With an inward sneer, Qiao Mao approached Qiao Hou and said cheerfully, ¡°Sir, there¡¯s no need to rush. His second request is for your demise.¡±


    Qiao Mao¡¯s cultivation burst forth with explosive force as he suddenlyunched an attack. Channeling the full might of the Wind Thunder Palm, he struck out at Qiao Hou, who was nearest to him.


    ¡°Boom!¡±


    Caught off guard andpletely unprepared for Qiao Mao¡¯s sudden assault, Qiao Hou was hit squarely by the palm strike. He was sent flying, much like a kite severed from its string.


    ¡°Bam!¡±


    Qiao Hou crashed against the wall. A sweet taste filled his throat, followed by a gush of blood that he spat out, turning his face ashen with shock. Meanwhile, the others quickly adopted defensive postures, their expressions grim as they fixed their gaze on Qiao Mao.


    ¡°Who are you? How dare youunch a sneak attack on me? You¡¯re asking for death!¡± Qiao Hou, clutching his aching chest with one hand and pointing at Qiao Mao with the other, eximed furiously.


    Qiao Hou had been convinced he was moments away from obtaining the key, but he hadn¡¯t anticipated Qiao Mao¡¯s treacherous attack, which left him seething with rage.


    Before Qiao Mao could respond, Qiao Shen, who had been reclining on the bed, burst intoughter. ¡°Asking who he is? Haha, Mao, show them exactly who you are.¡±


    ¡°Of course, Uncle.¡± Qiao Mao replied with a slight curl of his lips, revealing his true self as he dropped his disguise and his refined eyes came into view. Smiling at Qiao Hou and the others, he asked, ¡°I wonder if you still recognize me?¡±


    ¡°So it¡¯s you. What are you doing here?¡± Qiao Hou¡¯s mind reeled as if he had been struck on the head. It was beyond his wildest thoughts that the man before him was Qiao Mao, the very person he had been relentlessly pursuing. He bellowed furiously, ¡°Qiao Mao, you dare to show your face here? You¡¯re truly seeking your own demise!¡±


    ¡°You say Qiao Mao is seeking death? I wouldn¡¯t be so sure,¡± retorted Qiao Shen, suddenly sitting upright and pulling Qiao Shuang into his embrace. He disyed his Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven cultivation in all its glory, casting a chilling nce over the onlookers. His face twisted into a menacing scowl, he looked every bit the part of a man ready to kill. ¡°Let¡¯s see who dares toy a hand on my nephew.¡±


    Qiao Hou eximed in astonishment, ¡°Weren¡¯t you severely poisoned before? How on earth are you able to stand up?¡±


    He hadmanded Pock Face to administer poison to Qiao Shen daily, all the while keeping a covert watch over him. Qiao Hou pondered, ¡°How is it possible for Qiao Shen to be standing up as if nothing happened?¡±


    ¡°It¡¯s simply inconceivable¡­¡±


    Upon hearing Qiao Hou bring up the poisoning, Qiao Shen¡¯s gaze turned icy in an instant. Blood smeared his face, yet he seemed indifferent to it, responding with a chilling tone, ¡°Indeed, I was poisoned. However, the King of Hell wasn¡¯t ready for me to die, so Mao returned to save me.¡±


    While speaking, Qiao Shen cast a nce toward Qiao Mao, his eyes brimming with appreciation. He thought to himself, ¡°Without my nephew, no matter how desperately I fought, death would have been certain.¡±


    As Qiao Shen¡¯s eyes met Qiao Hou¡¯s once more, a profound sense of murderous intent emanated from him. With a voice as cold as ice, Qiao Shen dered, ¡°Qiao Hou, we may share the same family, but you have not only turned your back on our blood ties, you¡¯ve also conspired with outsiders to ughter your own kin. Such deeds are utterly unconscionable.¡±


    By the end of his speech, Qiao Shen was nearly bellowing, his inner rage seemingly capable of obliterating all in its path. His thunderous voice resonated within the room, lingering long after.


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    C31 ¨C Kill a Few Martial Dao Great Masters


    They were all part of the Qiao family, and it was unthinkable for them to engage in fratricide.


    The heinous act of harming their own bloodline would enrage anyone. Thus, Qiao Shen was like a wild beast on the verge of a rampage.


    The energy emanating from Qiao Shen ignited a fiery rage within Qiao Mao, his desire to kill intensifying. He red at Qiao Hou, barely able to contain his urge to end his life.


    Even animals would protect their family, but Qiao Hou and his aplices inflicted harm upon their own. They were lower than beasts.


    ¡°Qiao Shen, do you really believe that regaining your strength means you can defeat me?¡± Qiao Hou taunted. He then turned to his allies and bellowed, ¡°Kill them!¡± The stranger and several others sprang into action, charging at Qiao Mao and his group.


    But Qiao Shen and Qiao Mao were ready. They swiftly retreated, setting up their defenses, and engaged in fiercebat with their assants.


    As Qiao Shen shielded Qiao Shuang, he surged forward. In no time, he severely wounded a Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven warrior and seized him.


    This warrior, once a formidable protector of the Qiao family, had turned traitor. Qiao Shen showed no mercy. After ying the warrior, he coldly uttered, ¡°Traitor, your death is deserved!¡±


    Without a hint ofpassion, Qiao Shen crushed the warrior¡¯s skull. Blood and brain matter spattered in a gruesome disy.


    At that moment, the enigmatic man at Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven moved with ghostly speed,unching an attack on Qiao Shen. His formidable strength made him a challenging adversary.


    ¡°Uncle, watch out!¡± Qiao Mao urgently warned Qiao Shen. Though the man had remained silent, Qiao Mao had surmised that he was one of the Main Family¡¯s elite enforcers. His power was undoubtedly formidable.


    With Qiao Mao¡¯s warning, Qiao Shen quickly turned to confront the stranger, immediately feeling the immense pressure and retreating repeatedly.


    Qiao Shen, still recovering and somewhat frail, also had the responsibility of protecting Qiao Shuang. Anypse in focus could result in injury from the stranger. This man, hailing from the Main Family, practiced cultivation techniques far superior to those of Qiao Shen. It was clear that Qiao Shen was no match for him.


    Qiao Mao appeared anxious, yet he was currently entangled by four Mortality Transcending Stage experts. Each expert unleashed their formidable martial techniques, overwhelming Qiao Mao with their relentless attacks.


    Meanwhile, the mansion¡¯s guards had been alerted and were converging on Qiao Mao and Qiao Shen, intent on eliminating them.


    ¡°We¡¯re going to die if this continues. We must make our escape before it¡¯s toote. Once the entire guard force arrives, there will be no escaping,¡± Qiao Mao thought to himself.


    Additionally, his recent surprise attack on Qiao Hou had left him severely wounded, but not dead¡ªa significant threat that remained.


    ?¡±Kill them!¡± Qiao Mao bellowed, seizing the remaining Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven guard and annihting him with a burst of Thunder Power.


    The warrior was reduced to a gruesome, bloodied pulp by the Thunder Power, his blood dripping from Qiao Mao¡¯s hands in a chilling disy.


    With ease, Qiao Mao dispatched the Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven guard. His strength surpassed even Qiao Shen at his peak and rivaled that of a Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Martial Dao Great Master. The onlookers were utterly astounded by this disy.


    Moreover, despite the prolonged assault by the four Martial Dao Great Masters, they had failed to kill Qiao Mao or even inflict the slightest injury, which only deepened the shock of the spectators.


    How could a Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven warrior possess such formidablebat prowess? And in battle, he fought with the seasoned expertise of a martial artist who had lived for over two hundred years.


    ¡°How is this possible?¡± Qiao Hou, grievously injured, watched in frustration as the crowd failed to take down Qiao Mao.


    At that moment, Qiao Mao produced a Spirit Explosion Pill and swallowed it whole. His aura burst forth with overwhelming intensity, like a deluge unleashed.


    A sound resonated suddenly.


    After ingesting the Spirit Explosion Pill, Qiao Mao seemed to lose his mind. His gaze sharpened, piercing like a de straight into the hearts of all present.


    His body¡¯s muscles and veins swelled grotesquely, presenting a fearsome sight to behold.


    ¡°Why has Qiao Mao suddenly be so formidable?¡± Everyone was taken aback. Qiao Mao¡¯sbat prowess was already formidable, enough to instill fear in everyone; but now, with his full power unleashed, he resembled a fierce beast awakening from slumber.


    Even the previously silent andposed stranger couldn¡¯t hide his astonishment.


    ¡°Go to hell.¡±


    Qiao Mao had no time to pay attention to the onlookers. With the situation being dire, his only option was to carve a bloody path to survival, or else face dire consequences. Without a moment¡¯s hesitation, he tapped into the full extent of his cultivation andunched a ferocious assault on the four Martial Dao Great Masters.


    His onught was relentless and ferocious, like a tempest. The four masters were driven back several steps, theirplexions ashen. They looked utterly defeated.


    One of the Martial Dao Great Masters, seething with anger, eximed, ¡°This is an insult!¡± He was a Qin Family Elder, a man of esteemed status. A mere stomp of his foot could make Martial Sun City quake. Yet now, he found himself cornered by a fifteen-year-old boy, his predicament so dire it was beyond words.


    With a thunderous roar, the Qin Family Elder elerated to his maximum speed. He propelled himself toward Qiao Mao like a human cannonball, intent on ending Qiao Mao with this single strike.


    Activating the Barbarian Elephant Spell, a powerful gust apanied the transformation of Spiritual Energy into a colossal elephant. The Elder¡¯s massive palm descended with the weight of a mountain, plummeting rapidly towards the earth.


    The air reverberated with a deafening boom.


    Before his palm even made contact, the ground beneath it began to copse and fissure, the force of the impact suggesting an imminent breakthrough.


    ¡°This is the power of Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven!¡± Everyone was astounded, their faces lighting up with excitement. A breakthrough would mean a significant boost in theirbat capabilities, altering the tide of battlepletely.


    Yet, beneath the looming palm, Qiao Mao stood utterly still, his gaze fixed on the Barbarian Elephant, his face devoid of emotion.


    The Qin Family Martial Artist, mistaking Qiao Mao¡¯s stillness for submission to his aura, couldn¡¯t help but exim with tion, ¡°I¡¯ve seeded!¡±


    ¡°If you think you can kill me, you¡¯ll need to train for another hundred years.¡± As the massive palm descended, Qiao Mao sneered in disdain. He nted his feet firmly on the ground and unleashed a powerful punch.


    A thunderous boom echoed through the air.


    The arm of the Qin Family Martial Artist contorted and snapped like a twisted pretzel. The illusion of the Barbarian Elephant had already vanished without a trace.


    Though the punch was simple, it was brimming with raw power. Qiao Mao had triumphed over the Qin Family Martial Artist using sheer force rather than technique.


    Everyone¡¯s faces were frozen in shock, unable to ept the scene before them. The young man before them was so formidable that he had killed a Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven warrior with a single punch.


    One must possess extraordinarybat prowess to achieve such a feat.


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    C32 ¨C Kill All the Traitors and All the Members of the Nether n!


    Undoubtedly, Qiao Mao¡¯s punch had left everyone in awe. Even the stranger from the Main Family couldn¡¯t hide his astonishment as he looked on.


    ¡°Mao, that was impressive!¡± Qiao Shen eximed with joy. Despite being overpowered, the sight before him ignited a spark of exhration within.


    In recent times, Qiao Shen had suffered from a severe poisoning. His daughter, Qiao Shuang, was held captive to be used as leverage, while his sister-inw and nephew were left to fend for themselves. His heart was heavy with rage and a sense of injustice.


    Now, the prospect of revenge had Qiao Shen¡¯s blood pumping with fervor. Even though he was outmatched by the stranger from the Main Family, he relentlesslyunched attacks, determined to take him down.


    Qiao Hou was gravely wounded, standing in a corner, hisplexion ashen. He had believed that tonight would mark Qiao Shen¡¯s demise and that he would secure the key. Once he entered the Ancestral Land and acquired the Celestial Demon Yin Technique, his significant achievement would ensure a bright future within the n.


    But Qiao Mao¡¯s intervention had shattered all his ns. Qiao Hou red at Qiao Mao with venomous intent, ready to strike him down at any moment.


    After ingesting the Spirit Explosion Pill, Qiao Mao¡¯s level soared to Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven. He felt a surge of power coursing through him, his excitement palpable.


    ¡°Strength!¡± Qiao Mao silently affirmed. Only with formidable power could he safeguard his loved ones and eradicate every traitor and member of the Nether n!


    In that instant, Qiao Mao felt an overwhelming desire to ascend to the World Peak.


    His body unleashed an explosive wave of Spiritual Energy. His eyes turned a fierce red as he swiftly dispatched another Martial Dao Great Master.


    In Martial Sun City, Martial Dao Great Masters were held in high esteem. Yet, Qiao Mao had effortlessly eliminated two in quick session, as if they were mere ants beneath his feet.


    The two remaining adversaries were now at a disadvantage, their eyes wide with terror. Despite their efforts, they hadn¡¯t managed toy a finger on Qiao Mao.


    Suddenly, guards began to converge on the scene. Each one was at least at Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven, representing the cream of the crop among Martial Sun City¡¯s elite. They encircled Qiao Mao, ready for confrontation.


    The number of guards swelled; it seemed as though the entire force had been mobilized. But against Qiao Mao, they were as vulnerable as paper, easily torn apart.


    Qiao Mao left a trail of blood in his wake. He had felt the rush of ying foes and traitors before, during a battle in the Celestial Ancient Burial Land in his past life.


    On the outskirts of Qiao Shen¡¯s Mansion, Zhang Yu and two Zhang family eldersy in ambush. As Zhang Yu watched all the Qiao family warriors flood into the mansion, he was taken aback and eximed, ¡°Why are so many warriors pouring in? Who has infiltrated the Qiao family¡¯s mansion?¡±


    Zhang Yu was intimately familiar with the defenses of Qiao Shen¡¯s Mansion. He knew they included four Martial Dao Great Masters and two Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven experts. No one in Martial Sun City could prate such security.


    ¡°Could it be the person supporting Qiao Mao who has taken action?¡± wondered an elder of the Zhang family.


    Zhang Yu shook his head, ¡°That¡¯s not possible. Even though he has been nurturing Qiao Mao from the shadows, he never gets involved in Qiao family affairs.¡±


    ¡°We must protect Qiao Shen at all costs before Qiao Mao returns. I cannot fail my benefactor,¡± Zhang Yumanded. He then led his men in a charge into the Qiao family estate, ready to strike down any Qiao family warriors they encountered.


    Zhang Yu¡¯s interactions with Qiao Mao had been limited, but his gratitude ran deep. Without Qiao Mao, he would still be confined to a wheelchair, unable to stand unless he reached an exceedingly high level of cultivation.


    Meanwhile, Zhen Gui was panic-stricken in a secluded part of the Qiao family residence. She had been on watch for three days without a glimpse of Qiao Mao. She was determined to storm in and rescue Qiao Shen and Qiao Shuang if Qiao Mao didn¡¯t return soon.


    The poison had seeped deep into Qiao Shen¡¯s organs, and without the Blood Lotus Pill, recovery was impossible. And Qiao Shuang was just a child; Zhen Gui couldn¡¯t bear the thought of the child being harmed.


    ¡°It has to be Mao inside,¡± Zhen Gui thought frantically. Casting aside all other concerns, she burst into the mansion, unleashing a deadly onught.


    Qiao Mao suddenly sensed something amiss behind him. Whirling around, he spotted an unfamiliar man from the Main Familyunching an attack amidst the chaos.


    ¡°Qiao Mao, watch out!¡± Qiao Shen called out urgently, attempting to dash forward and block the man¡¯s assault. However, a throng of martial artists quickly surrounded him, thwarting his efforts to rescue Qiao Mao.


    The remaining two Martial Dao Great Masters, both at the Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven, joined the group hemming in Qiao Shen. They were all determined to stop him at any cost.


    They believed that if the stranger at the Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven could eliminate Qiao Mao, the rest of their ns could proceed unhindered. Consequently, they all concentrated their efforts on taking down Qiao Mao.


    Qiao Hou, who had been standing to the side, now moved in on Qiao Mao under the orders of the unfamiliar man.


    Despite his severe injuries, Qiao Hou¡¯s cultivation had reached Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven. Unleashing his full strength in battle, his power was formidable. Yet, the true menace still emanated from the unfamiliar man.


    Witnessing two Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven experts besieging Qiao Mao, Qiao Shen grew increasingly desperate. He fought fiercely to escape the martial artists encircling him but to no avail. He had to be cautious; any misstep could result in Qiao Shuang, cradled in his arms, getting hurt. To protect her from harm, he faced severe limitations in his movements. Despite several attempts, he couldn¡¯t break free from the blockade.


    ¡°I¡¯m going to kill you,¡± Qiao Hou bellowed, his intent to y Qiao Mao clear.


    Unruffled, Qiao Mao¡¯s expression remained serene. Without hesitation, he drew the Profound Iron Bow and unleashed the Army Breaking Archery technique, firing three arrows in rapid session at the unfamiliar man.


    ?The arrows sliced through the air with a piercing rity, their speed astonishing. Glinting with a chilling light, the three Spiritual Energy Arrows sent the unfamiliar man¡¯s face ashen with fear.


    ¡°How do you know the Army Breaking Archery?¡± the man demanded, his voice booming as he narrowly evaded the iing arrows.


    The Army Breaking Archery skill, while only a Yellow Rank Middle Grade martial arts technique, boasted a power at its Great Completion stage that far surpassed that of the Yellow Rank High Grade. Its lethality was formidable. Moreover, the birthce of the Army Breaking Archery was none other than Arrow God Ke Shan, a location not only renowned within the Fire Crow Imperial Capital but also a closely guarded secret of the royal family.


    ¡°Since you recognize this as the Army Breaking Archery, you should be aware of its formidable power,¡± Qiao Mao said with a coldugh, continuing to employ the technique. After firing two consecutive arrows, he had managed to force the stranger to retreat. The man had no choice but tounch an attack on Qiao Hou.


    Qiao Hou was right in the line of fire. Qiao Mao, with the Wind Thunder Palm already primed in his left hand, struck Qiao Hou with full force. The raging Thunder Power within the Wind Thunder Palm exploded in an instant. The move was so powerful that it shook the very earth, and Qiao Hou was killed outright by Qiao Mao.


    The stranger¡¯s brow furrowed upon witnessing Qiao Hou¡¯s death. He was well aware of Qiao Mao¡¯s formidablebat abilities and knew that for Qiao Mao, killing a Martial Dao Great Master was a trivial task. Yet, he hadn¡¯t anticipated that Qiao Mao would actually go through with killing Qiao Hou.


    ¡°To think that Martial Sun City harbors a Qilin Son like you. You¡¯re bound to be a mortal enemy to many in the future. It seems I must eliminate you,¡± the stranger said, his expression regaining its calm as surges of ck fog began to emanate from him. Within the fog, a ghostly face appeared.


    ¡°This is the essence of the Nether n,¡± Qiao Mao realized, his mind thundering with shock.


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 Chapter 33

    C33 ¨C Gate of Life


    Qiao Mao was intimately familiar with the aura of the Nether n. In his past life, he had spent his entire existence locked inbat with them, enduring numerous bloody battles, driving out legions of Nether n troops, and ying a multitude of their strongest warriors.


    This was why the Nether n harbored a deep-seated hatred for Qiao Mao, yet they also feared him greatly. He was even bestowed the title Feather Devil Imperial Sovereign by the Nether n themselves.


    To the Nether n, Qiao Mao was the epitome of a demon, a nightmarish figure of unspeakable terror. Merely hearing the name Feather Devil Imperial Sovereign was enough to send shivers down the spines of the weaker Nether n People.


    ¡°The Nether n, what is this race?¡±


    This question echoed in the minds of all present, as they had never encountered the Nether n before and knew nothing about them. Puzzlement creased their brows.


    Upon witnessing the emergence of ck fog and the eerie face concealed within it, everyone was struck by an ominous sensation that left them deeply unsettled.


    At that moment, the two Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Martial Dao Great Masters before Qiao Shen exhibited the same phenomenon. They were enveloped in a ck aura that birthed a face of horror.


    ¡°I no longer need to conceal myself.¡± The two Nether n experts burst into wildughter as they revealed themselves. Inhabiting human bodies had been a source of great difort for them, and they reveled in the liberation from their corporeal confines.


    Many guards had already fallen to Qiao Mao and Qiao Shen, and the survivors hastily retreated, their expressions etched with terror. Clearly, they were petrified by the emergence of this unknown entity.


    Qiao Shen¡¯s brow was furrowed as he distanced himself from the two Nether n Martial Artists, his hands aglow with Spiritual Energy, poised for any threat.


    Unlike the other guards, Qiao Shen was not afraid, but his concern was evident. He recognized Qiao Mao¡¯s heightened vignce towards the Nether n.


    ¡°Has Mao encountered the Nether n before?¡± Qiao Shen pondered. Yet, to his knowledge, Qiao Mao had never ventured beyond Martial Sun City.


    Furthermore, Qiao Mao had previously been weaker, struggling to advance his cultivation. It was only recently that he had experienced a significant surge in power, a development that puzzled Qiao Shen.


    ¡°Mao,¡± Qiao Shen said, turning his gaze to Qiao Mao. He seemed to be searching for answers in Qiao Mao¡¯s expression, but ultimately, he remained silent.


    ?Qiao Mao¡¯s expression was somber. He harbored a deep-seated blood feud with the Nether n from his past life, yet the time for vengeance had not yet arrived. As far as Qiao Mao was aware, the Nether n¡¯s invasion in his past life was supposed to ur six monthster, and not in Martial Sun City. Now, everything was different.


    ?What troubled Qiao Mao the most was the alliance between the Nether n People and the Qiao family people. Had the Qiao family secretly pledged loyalty to the Nether n? If so, this spelled trouble. Despite being ousted by his own n, he shared the same bloodline. The thought of ughtering his entire n was unthinkable.


    ¡°No, there¡¯s definitely more to it,¡± Qiao Mao quickly dismissed his initial suspicion, sensing that something was off.


    Yet, two facts were crystal clear to him. The fall of the Qiao family in Martial Sun City in his previous life was undoubtedly the work of the Nether n. Moreover, the Main Family was likely harboring numerous Nether n experts, mirroring the situation in Martial Sun City.


    Realizing this, Qiao Mao was consumed by rage. His desire for retribution red, fueled by the knowledge that the Nether n was the root cause of his troubles in both lives.


    ¡°If that¡¯s the case, then you can all go to hell,¡± Qiao Mao dered, lifting his head to fix a piercing re on the phantom silhouette of the stranger. His eyes zed with a fearsome killing intent.


    In that instant, Qiao Mao¡¯s aura surged, more formidable than that of an ordinary Martial Dao Great Master, nearly reaching the Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven.


    The stranger¡¯s illusory figure atop his head showed a flicker of surprise. ¡°To exhibit such potential at a time like this¡­ Your talent ismendable. But today, you will meet your end.¡±


    ¡°We¡¯ll see about that. And let¡¯s not forget, I have quite a few scores to settle with you,¡± Qiao Mao retorted with a cold smirk.


    In both his past and present lives, Qiao Mao harbored a deep-seated hatred for the Nether n. Eliminating these three Nether n Martial Artists was merely the initial step in his quest for vengeance.


    ¡°You¡¯re nothing but rubbish, and you think you can kill us?¡± jeered a Nether n Martial Artist. Once the Nether n Martial Artists unleashed their full power, theirbat abilities would significantly increase. Thus, he was supremely confident in his ability to defeat Qiao Mao and hispanions.


    ¡°Killing you is as effortless as ughtering a dog,¡± Qiao Mao retorted icily. Clutching the Profound Iron Bow, heunched a Spiritual Energy Arrow at the Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven Nether n Martial Artist.


    In that strike, Qiao Mao invoked the Army Breaking Archery and subtly employed the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique. The arrow struck the Nether n Martial Artist in an instant.


    The Nether n Martial Artist¡¯s phantom-like form burst into ck fog and exploded. Shortly thereafter, his voice echoed once more: ¡°You can¡¯t kill me. No one in all of Martial Sun City can.¡±


    Yet, in that instant, a cold smirk crossed Qiao Mao¡¯s face. He surged forward, a droplet of Blood Essence materializing on his right hand. He aimed at the ck fog and bellowed, ¡°Blood Killing!¡±


    ¡°How did you discover my weakness?¡± the Nether n Martial Artist shrieked as the reassembling ck fog was utterly obliterated, vanishingpletely.


    ?¡±How could you possibly know the Nether n¡¯s vulnerabilities and the methods to counter us?¡± the stranger inquired in a raspy voice, his face atop the void growing increasingly sinister.


    He was profoundly shaken by the turn of events. Qiao Mao¡¯sbat prowess was formidable, and he could repeatedly execute martial skills. Crucially, he was privy to the Nether n¡¯s weaknesses and the techniques to suppress them. Should he survive, the Nether n would face an unending threat.


    ¡°The Nether n has exactly nine thousand weaknesses, all of which I¡¯m aware of, not to mention the methods to subdue you. To handle low-ranking Nether n members like you, Blood Killing is more than sufficient,¡± Qiao Mao dered with a chuckle. He had spent his previous life locked in conflict with the Nether n, ultimately falling at their hands. His knowledge of the Nether n was extensive.


    Indeed, within the vast confines of Martial Sun City and the broader Fire Crow Empire, he was the foremost authority on the Nether n.


    The stranger was utterly astonished. It was no secret that the Nether n possessed nine thousand vulnerabilities, yet Qiao Mao was aware of each one. Blood Killing was the typical tactic employed against lower-ranking members of the Nether n, but few humans were privy to this knowledge, and even fewer understood the more intricate techniques.


    ?At a mere fifteen years of age, how could Qiao Mao possess such extensive knowledge? The man, a member of the Nether n himself, couldn¡¯t help but feel that Qiao Mao had a deeper understanding of the Nether n than he did.


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 Chapter 34

    C34 ¨C Blood Burning Great Arts


    This sensation was peculiar. The Nether n Martial Artist knew it was impossible, yet an inexplicable force within himpelled him to believe wholeheartedly.


    Moreover, if this young man were to divulge all nine thousand vulnerabilities of the Nether n, every martial artist in South Sun County would be privy to them. The greater fear was that once this information leaked from South Sun County, it would spread to the entire Fire Crow Country and eventually the whole continent.


    At that point, the Nether n¡¯s invasion would lose its edge, potentially leaving them at a disadvantage.


    ¡°Kill him!¡± bellowed the stranger, resolute in his decision to eliminate Qiao Mao. The face above his head twisted into something grotesque.


    Once the Nether n Martial Artist was free from the human host, his presence intensified, bing rmingly formidable. The vicious power that brewed within the ck fog sent shivers down the spines of those who felt it.


    In response, Qiao Mao quickly channeled his internal power and ingested another Spirit Explosion Pill. His energy surged, fostering immense strength within him.


    The Spirit Explosion Pill could boost a martial artist¡¯s power temporarily but at a significant cost to their well-being. Typically, Qiao Mao would limit himself to one pill per day.


    However, harboring no fondness for the Nether n and with a resolve to annihte them, Qiao Mao cast aside his concerns. After all, he couldter use a medicinal concoction to recuperate.


    While this might pose a challenge for most, Qiao Mao¡¯s Previous Life as the Spirit me Great Master meant that healing his body was a trivial matter.


    The twobatants unleashed their full might, shing fiercely. The fight was exceptionally brutal, as both were driven by a kill-or-be-killed mentality.


    Qiao Mao executed the Wind Thunder Palm, meeting the Nether n Martial Artist head-on. Both staggered backward from the impact, each appearing somewhat disheveled.


    Having shed his human shell, the Nether n Martial Artist¡¯s battle prowess had amplified. Already on par with a Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven warrior, his strength was formidable.


    Yet Qiao Mao was no less formidable. Drawing on the experience of two lifetimes and the power of two Spirit Explosion Pills, he held his ground.


    Qiao Shen effortlessly overpowered his opponent. He then quickly and covertly identified the weaknesses of the other Nether n Martial Artists, swiftly eliminating them.


    The remaining guards were petrified and dared not encircle Qiao Shen.


    Among these guards were traitors from the Qiao family as well as members of the Qin family. The majority had been in, leaving only a few who posed no significant threat. Consequently, Qiao Shen refrained from attacking them for the time being.


    Holding Qiao Shuang in his arms, Qiao Shen watched Mao fight. He was about to lend a hand to Mao when he suddenly felt a draining sensation within him. Clearly, having just recovered and endured a fierce battle, his strength was now at its limit.


    ¡°Mao,¡± Qiao Shen whispered under his breath. His heart raced with worry, yet he was powerless to assist. A faint smile soon crossed his face, though.


    Even though Qiao Shen was unaware of what had enhanced Mao¡¯s strength, he could clearly see Mao¡¯s vastbat experience. Given the current circumstances, Mao was virtually invincible.


    The Nether n Martial Artist locked inbat with Mao wore a look of deep resentment. Despite his numerous attempts to strike Mao, he had barely managed to inflict any damage. Moreover, Mao was aware of his vulnerability. A single moment of negligence would surely lead to his demise at Mao¡¯s hands.


    ¡°Demon Qi Swallow the Heavens!¡±


    The Nether n Martial Artist bellowed as he dragged along the body of an unknown man, unleashing a formidable attack. Simultaneously, he morphed into a swirling ck fog, charging at Mao.


    ¡°Mao, watch out!¡± Qiao Shen eximed, sensing the perilous force within the ck fog. Even he, at Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven, couldn¡¯t withstand such an assault.


    Mao quickly gathered his attack and seized Qiao Hou¡¯s body, which had long been lifeless. With a surge of power in his grasp, he detonated Qiao Hou¡¯s remains, extracting a sphere of Blood Essence.


    The Blood Essence glowed a deep crimson, roughly the size of a fist. Mao held it firmly, his hands moving rhythmically as the blood smeared across his fingers.


    As the Nether n Martial Artist observed Qiao Mao preparing to unleash Blood Killing once more, his expression chilled. Swirling ck fog enveloped him as he employed a secret technique to shift his vulnerability. With a mockingugh, he said, ¡°Even if you¡¯ve discovered my weakness, Blood Killing won¡¯t be the end of me.¡±


    ¡°Really? If Blood Killing is ineffective, I¡¯ll just find another way,¡± Qiao Mao retorted, his fingers dancing through the air. The blood from his fingertips rapidly sketched a vast, circr pattern that exuded an eerie aura.


    The Nether n Martial Artist, catching sight of the sinister blood-red circle, let out a derisive chuckle. ¡°You seriously think you can use the Blood Burning Great Arts against me? That¡¯sughable! Aren¡¯t you aware that only a Spirit me Master can wield the Blood Burning Great Arts?¡±


    The Blood Burning Great Arts were devastating to the Nether n, and this technique worked against both lower and higher echelons of their ranks. It was one of the key strategies for subduing the Nether n.


    Yet, the Blood Burning Great Arts required the ignition of a Spirit me Master¡¯s internal spirit me to burn the blood and activate the power, rendering it unusable by the average person. This was a technique exclusive to the Spirit me Great Master.


    ¡°It appears your earlier threats were nothing more than empty posturing, hardly a concern,¡± the Nether n Martial Artist said, shaking his head dismissively. Although Qiao Mao was familiar with the Blood Burning Great Arts, he seemed unaware that only a Spirit me Master could activate them. Clearly, his understanding was superficial.


    As a result, the Nether n Martial Artist didn¡¯t take Qiao Mao¡¯s knowledge of the Nether n¡¯s vulnerabilities and countermeasures seriously. He believed Qiao Mao¡¯s grasp of the secrets to subdue the Nether n was limited at best.


    Reflecting on this, even as a member of the Nether n, he knew of their nine thousand weaknesses but couldn¡¯t possibly pinpoint each one¡¯s exact location. And here was Qiao Mao, merely a youth, who surely couldn¡¯t surpass his own understanding of the Nether n.


    Upon his arrival in Martial Sun City, he had conducted his research. There wasn¡¯t a single Spirit me Master throughout the city, and the pills used for cultivation were merely inferior products sourced from South Sun County City.


    In Martial Sun City, there were scarcely any individuals who posed a threat to the Nether n. One might say they were virtually nonexistent.


    ¡°Is the activation of the Spirit me necessary for the Blood Burning Great Arts?¡± Qiao Mao inquired, his voiceced with a hint of amusement.


    ¡°Yes, and to my knowledge, you are not a Spirit me Master, so you cannot utilize the Blood Burning Great Arts,¡± the Nether n Martial Artist stated emphatically, as the ck fog rolled in once more.


    Qiao Mao manipted the blood-colored pattern with his hands. Only when the Nether n Martial Artist propelled the ck fog closer did he speak in a calm tone, ¡°Then what would you call this?¡±


    A tuft of me materialized on Qiao Mao¡¯s right hand. It radiated an intense heat that flickered erratically in the breeze. With the infusion of Spiritual Energy, the me in his palm zed into a ferocious inferno.


    ¡°This is the Spirit me. How can this be?¡± The Nether n Martial Artist¡¯s face contorted with sheer terror. He had thoroughly investigated everyone in Martial Sun City and even scoured several nearby smaller cities, never encountering a Spirit me Master.


    He had paid particr attention to Qiao Mao, Qiao Shen, and their associates during his investigations. He was certain that none of them had been Spirit me Masters previously.


    Yet now, the zing fire in Qiao Mao¡¯s hand was unmistakably a manifestation of the Spirit me, leaving him utterly astounded.


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 Chapter 35

    C35 ¨C Genius!


    Spirit me Masters were exceedingly rare among Human Martial Artists, each holding a highly esteemed status. In South Sun County, Spirit me Masters were in high demand. It was simply inconceivable for them to settle in a small city like Martial Sun City.


    Qiao Mao had in Qin Jin a few days prior and ascended to the rank of Spirit me Master. Aside from the Zhang family, this fact remained a secret. Naturally, the Nether n Martial Artist was oblivious to Qiao Mao¡¯s true identity.


    Qiao Mao observed the Nether n Martial Artist¡¯s stunned expression and offered a slight smile, ¡°Now you can die with your eyes closed.¡±


    ¡°Blood Burning Great Arts.¡±


    The Spirit me in Qiao Mao¡¯s palms swelled rapidly, setting aze the crimson patterns etched there. It surged towards the ck fog that shrouded the Nether n Martial Artist.


    As the Spirit me consumed the blood-colored pattern, it transformed into strands of fiery energy, weaving a that ensnared the ck fog before swiftly contracting.


    In no time, the Spirit me bloodlines cleaved through the ck fog. The Nether n Martial Artist, engulfed within, emitted a piercing scream. With the ck fog¡¯s eruption, he vanished without a trace.


    With that, the three Nether n Martial Artists, Qiao Hou, and a Martial Dao Great Master from the Qin family had all fallen to Qiao Mao and Qiao Shen.


    At that moment, three figures arrived on the scene. They surveyed the blood-soaked ground and the bodies with unparalleled astonishment.


    Among the fallen were over ten Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven elites and four Martial Dao Great Masters of Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven.


    The most staggering revtion was the demise of two Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven powerhouses. In Martial Sun City, it was almost inconceivable for anyone to defeat them, yet there theyy.


    ¡°Did you kill all these people?¡± Zhang Yu asked, his voice tinged with shock. He was gasping for air, his face a portrait of disbelief. He hade to aid Qiao Mao, only to be met with this overwhelming scene.


    The prowess of these fallen warriors surpassed that of an entire family in Martial Sun City, and now they were all dead. The visual and psychological impact on Zhang Yu was immense.


    Although Qiao Mao had never spoken with Zhang Yu, he recognized him. Knowing that Zhang Yu was dispatched by Zhang Tianbei to assist, Qiao Mao offered him a reassuring smile and a nod.


    Even though Zhang Yu had suspected that Qiao Mao was responsible for the deaths of those experts, hearing the admission straight from Qiao Mao himself still left him astonished. ¡°You truly are a genius,¡± he eximed.


    Zhang Yu was at a loss for words to further describe Qiao Mao. Despite only being at Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven, Qiao Mao had managed to defeat numerous formidable opponents.


    ¡°You¡¯re quite remarkable yourself. You¡¯ve been confined to a wheelchair for over a decade, yet you¡¯ve advanced to Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven. When ites to talent and determination, you¡¯re second to none in Martial Sun City,¡± Qiao Mao said with a smile.


    Zhang Yu¡¯s spirits had been low ever since his leg became crippled due to illness, and he had lost interest in cultivation. Qiao Mao had learned of his condition during a visit to the Zhang family estate. But upon meeting Zhang Yu for the first time, Qiao Mao was taken aback to discover that Zhang Yu had already be a Martial Dao Great Master.


    Despite being wheelchair-bound for so many years, Zhang Yu had never abandoned his cultivation practice. Such tenacity often led individuals to be top-tier experts.


    Zhang Yu rolled his eyes. He had endured much hardship over thest ten years to reach his current level. He was aware that just half a month prior, Qiao Mao was at Mortality Transcending Level Three Heaven and had now ascended to Level Five. Moreover, Qiao Mao was capable of defeating warriors at higher levels than himself. Zhang Yu knew he was no match for Qiao Mao.


    If Zhang Yu were aware that Qiao Mao hadpletely lost his cultivation half a month ago and had started from scratch to reach Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven, he would have been even more astounded.


    ¡°Thank you,¡± Qiao Mao said earnestly, bowing deeply to Zhang Yu. He had been aware of Zhang Yu and the others¡¯ presence since he first arrived at Qiao Shen¡¯s Mansion but hadn¡¯t been certain at the time.


    Qiao Mao also knew that Zhang Yu and the others had been vigntly guarding the ce in his absence, protecting Qiao Shen and Shuang. Even though they hadn¡¯t been able to assist in the end, Qiao Mao was profoundly grateful for their efforts.


    Zhang Yu felt a stir in his heart. Recognizing Qiao Mao¡¯s humility and remembering the help he had received from him, Zhang Yu spoke with genuine seriousness, ¡°As long as the Zhang family has a foothold in Martial Sun City, we will ensure that your family never suffers harm again.¡±


    ¡°Hahaha,¡± Qiao Mao and Zhang Yu exchanged a nce and burst intoughter together.


    ¡°Mao!¡± At that moment, Zhen Gui burst into the room. She was taken aback by the sight of the corpse on the ground. Unlike Zhang Yu, she quickly went to Qiao Mao¡¯s side and examined him thoroughly. With urgency in her voice, she asked, ¡°Let me check if you¡¯re hurt.¡±


    Zhen Gui was filled with regret. She had been close by when the brutal battle took ce, but she had been detained by some guards and couldn¡¯te to Qiao Mao¡¯s aid.


    Qiao Mao stood still, allowing Zhen Gui to check him for injuries. He offered her a reassuring smile and said, ¡°Mother, I¡¯m alright. These people didn¡¯ty a finger on me.¡±


    Suddenly, Qiao Mao felt an intense pain surge through his body, nearly causing him to lose his bnce. Zhen Gui, who was nearby, quickly steadied him and eximed, ¡°Mao!¡±


    ¡°Mr. Qiao!¡±


    ¡°Mao!¡±


    Both Zhang Yu and Qiao Shen shouted out, rmed at the possibility that Qiao Mao might be hurt.


    ¡°There¡¯s no need to worry, I¡¯m truly fine,¡± Qiao Mao assured them. Yet, he felt like giving a wry smile. He was indeed uninjured, but the side effects of the two Spirit Explosion Pills he had taken were now manifesting.


    The side effects of a single Spirit Explosion Pill were manageable, but consuming two simultaneously meant that one would need at least three days of rest to recover. Moreover, during those three days, engaging in intensebat was out of the question, as it could be too much for the internal organs to handle.


    Seeing Qiao Mao in distress, Zhang Yu quickly intervened, ¡°Mr. Qiao, we can¡¯t linger here. You muste with me to the Zhang family immediately.¡± He then instructed his two Martial Dao Great Masters to tidy up the battlefield and gather all the spoils of war, which were subsequently presented to Qiao Mao.


    Qiao Mao epted the spoils. With Qiao Hou¡¯s ns foiled, Qiao Guang would surely be enraged. If Qiao Guang were to arrive now, those present would stand no chance against him.


    Qiao Mao was weakened from the Spirit Explosion Pill, and his uncle was still recovering from his own injuries. After the intense battle, he was drained of energy. Even with his mother, Zhang Yu, and four other Martial Dao Great Masters there, they were no match for Qiao Guang, a formidable adversary at the Mortality Transcending Level Nine Heaven. If the fight dragged on, they would be systematically defeated.


    However, Qiao Mao¡¯s greatest concern wasn¡¯t Qiao Guang, but rather the Martial Dao Great Master from the Nether n lurking by Qiao Guang¡¯s side. He was acutely aware that these individuals posed the true threat.


    ¡°Let¡¯s head back to the Zhang family,¡± Qiao Mao dered with urgency, leading everyone swiftly back to the safety of the Zhang family¡¯s domain. He was confident that, with the Zhang family¡¯s resources, he would soon recover his strength. It wouldn¡¯t be long before he could make a powerfuleback.


    The mere thought of Qiao Guang filled Qiao Mao with rage, his eyes burning with fury. Despite the machinations of the n and the Nether n People behind the scenes, Qiao Guang was an unrepentant killer. He showed no regard for his kinship with other members of the n, ruthlessly ughtering many of them.


    In a fierce inner monologue, Qiao Mao vowed, ¡°Qiao Guang, the day I make my return will mark the end of your life.¡±


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 Chapter 36

    C36 ¨C Destroy the Qin Family


    Qiao Mao wished he could eliminate Qiao Guang from their n immediately, yet his current power fell short.


    Nevertheless, with his rapid cultivation progress, he was certain to achieve another breakthrough within a fortnight.


    ¡°Zhang Yu, assign one of your men to keep an eye on these guards and contain the spread of information. The rest will apany me back to the Zhang family,¡± Qiao Maomanded.


    Qiao Guang must have anticipated Qiao Shen¡¯s demise today. By containing the news, they could keep the incident under wraps until tomorrow.


    And Qiao Mao had pressing matters to attend to.


    ¡°Don¡¯t you want to execute these guards?¡± Zhang Yu inquired, his brow furrowed. Though not the masterminds, they were traitors to the Qiao family and aligned with the Qin family. Their unforgivable offenses warranted death.


    ¡°Indeed. They may prove useful to uster on,¡± Qiao Mao affirmed with a nod.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s preference was to dispatch the guards, not out of bloodlust, but from a strategic standpoint to prevent futureplications.


    With many of Martial Sun City¡¯s formidable figures fallen, the three major families were significantly weakened and unable to bolster their ranks swiftly. This vulnerability could spell disaster when the Nether nunched their invasion.


    The guards, possessing at least Mortality Transcending Level Five Heaven abilities, represented a formidable force not to be underestimated. By detaining them now, Qiao Mao ensured they could be leveragedter.


    Zhen Gui and Zhang Yu might not grasp Qiao Mao¡¯s rationale, having arrived after he had dispatched the three Nether n Martial Artists. However, Qiao Shen, having witnessed those fighters, clearly understood Qiao Mao¡¯s strategy.


    ¡°I have a secret chamber in my estate, stocked with essentials to sustain these guards for half a month. We¡¯ll secure them there, under the watch of my personnel. Moreover, I¡¯ll assumemand of this group moving forward. Should they entertain thoughts of insurrection again, I¡¯ll deal with them decisively. You can be at ease,¡± Qiao Shen proposed.


    ¡°Alright, since that¡¯s the case, I will spare their lives,¡± Zhang Yu finally conceded.


    He was unsure of Qiao Mao¡¯s intentions, yet he could sense Qiao Mao¡¯s concern¡ªas if a significant problem loomed in the future.


    After leaving one of the Zhang family elders to supervise the guards, Qiao Mao, Qiao Shen, Zhen Gui, Zhang Yu, and the others hurried back to the Zhang family estate. Zhang Tianbei had already been informed and stepped out to greet them.


    ¡°Qiao Mao, you truly are a talent! You¡¯re the top expert in Martial Sun City! You¡¯re really incredible!¡± Zhang Tianbei approached Qiao Mao with excitement.


    Concerned for Qiao Mao and his son Zhang Yu, he had stationed several members of the ck Shadow Guard Team at Qiao Shen¡¯s Mansion for their protection. They had promptly ryed the news to him.


    Zhang Tianbei was astounded when he learned that Qiao Hou and his forces had been annihted. Once he verified the news, he was deeply impressed by Qiao Mao and felt fortunate to have formed an alliance with him.


    ¡°Patriarch Zhang, you¡¯re giving me too much credit,¡± Qiao Mao said with a modest smile. He and Zhang Tianbei entered the Zhang family¡¯s main hall, where Qiao Mao inquired, ¡°Patriarch Zhang, how is the task I entrusted to you progressing?¡±


    ¡°Every resource of the Zhang family, including the ck Shadow Guard, has been mobilized to the estate. But now it seems they might not be needed after all,¡± Zhang Tianbei replied with a chuckle.


    Qiao Mao had previously instructed Zhang Tianbei to assemble the guards, ready to strike at a moment¡¯s notice.


    Zhang Tianbei, ying it safe, had rallied nearly all of the Zhang family¡¯s strength.


    Should Qiao Mao have indeed waged war, Zhang Tianbei was ready to provide support. However, he hadn¡¯t anticipated receiving such unexpectedly good news.


    With Qiao Mao having resolved the situation, Zhang Tianbei naturally assumed the forces he had amassed were now superfluous.


    Qiao Mao, however, gestured dismissively and stated firmly, ¡°I still need you. I intend topletely transform the dynamics of Martial Sun City before dawn tomorrow.¡±


    ¡°Transform the dynamics of Martial Sun City?¡± The others were taken aback.


    They were clueless about Qiao Mao¡¯s ns. Was he not content even after ying four Martial Dao Great Masters and two Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven Martial Artists?


    ¡°Qiao Mao, changing the dynamics of Martial Sun City isn¡¯t a tall order. Just imagine the stir we¡¯ll cause by releasing the news of your victory over Qiao Hou and his cohorts. The city will be abuzz in an instant,¡± Zhang Tianbei said with a chuckle.


    ¡°Indeed, Mao. Your recent exploits are bound to send shockwaves throughout Martial Sun City,¡± Qiao Shen added, his smile betraying his growing pride in Qiao Mao.


    Moreover, his elder brother, Qiao Dou, while being the city¡¯s top warrior, had never secured such a resounding triumph. This made Qiao Mao¡¯s victory unprecedented in the annals of Martial Sun City.


    Zhen Gui remained silent, yet her face was adorned with a contented smile. She reveled in the remarkable transformation her son had undergone.


    ¡°Dad, Uncle, let¡¯s not get ahead of ourselves. We should hear Mao out,¡± Zhang Yu interjected thoughtfully.


    ¡°Qiao Mao, feel free to share your thoughts. Rest assured, Qiao Shen and I will back you to the hilt,¡± Zhang Tianbei encouraged.


    ¡°Absolutely. You have our unwavering support,¡± Qiao Shen dered decisively. Qiao Mao had grown exponentially stronger and moreposed, which gave Qiao Shen great confidence in him.


    Qiao Mao let out a wry smile. He hadn¡¯t even spoken yet, and here they were, already pledging their unconditional support. They truly held him in high regard.


    ¡°Mao, please, what¡¯s on your mind?¡± Zhen Gui pressed, her concern evident. Qiao Mao had indeed grown much stronger and was fully capable of standing on his own, but as his mother, she believed his safety was paramount.


    Acknowledging her, Qiao Mao rose from his chair, his demeanor settling into a calm yet formidable presence. He dered with conviction, ¡°I intend to take down the Qin family.¡±


    Zhang Tianbei and Qiao Shen were taken aback by his bold statement. The idea of Qiao Mao setting his sights on the Qin family had not crossed their minds.


    Exchanging a knowing nce, they both erupted intoughter.


    ¡°Excellent! Then let¡¯s proceed with the downfall of the Qin family!¡± Zhang Tianbei proimed robustly.


    The Zhang family might have appeared unscathed, but they were actually in a precarious position. Had Qiao Mao not disrupted Qiao Guang and the Qin family¡¯s schemes, the Zhangs would have faced inevitable ruin.


    ¡°Though you can be somewhat reckless, I truly admire you!¡± Qiao Shen chuckled as he gave Qiao Mao a pat on the shoulder.


    He had been suffering from a severe poisoning recently, harboring a great deal of pent-up rage. Now, he was ready to channel that fury into taking down the Qin family.


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 Chapter 37

    C37 ¨C Qin Hu¡¯s Strength!


    The Qin family boasted three individuals who had attained the rank of Martial Dao Great Master or higher. These were Qin Hu, Qin Zhiri, and a senior elder.


    Apart from Qin Hu, both Qin Zhiri and the elder had fallen at the hands of Qiao Mao. This dealt a significant blow to the Qin family¡¯s might, stripping them of their former splendor.


    At present, the Qin family found themselves at their most vulnerable. An attack now would yield maximum results with minimal effort. Moreover, they could aplish their mission without depleting much of theirbat strength.


    The Qin family was, after all, one of the Three Great Overlords of Martial Sun City. Their power was formidable. Without their total annihtion, there was no telling what Qin Hu might do in retaliation.


    Qiao Mao breathed a sigh of relief once he had the agreement of the two men. He requested additional medicinal herbs from the Zhang family to hasten his recovery.


    Typically, after consuming two Spirit Explosion Pills in session, a person would need at least three days of rest before they could wield martial power again. However, for Qiao Mao, a former Spirit me Great Master, recovery was a matter of mere minutes.


    Having received two sets of restorative herbs, Qiao Mao used one for himself and gave the other to the frail Qiao Shen.


    Qiao Mao managed to refine the healing Spirit Pills and fully recuperate in just four hours, restoring his strength to its peak. Subsequently, he joined forces with Zhang Tianbei and Qiao Shen, leading the Zhang family¡¯s ck Shadow Guard Team toward the Qin family¡¯s stronghold.


    Zhen Gui and Zhang Yu remained at the Zhang family estate to safeguard it against unforeseen events. They stood ready to back up Qiao Mao and his team at a moment¡¯s notice.


    Qiao Mao, at the forefront, carved a path through the center with the ck Shadow Guard Team. Zhang Tianbei and Qiao Shen kept a vignt watch on either side. Should they encounter any Qin family scouts, they were to eliminate them immediately.


    The once tranquil night was disrupted by the arrival of the cavalry, marking the start of an inevitably restless evening.


    As Qiao Mao and the ck Shadow Guard Team made their entrance into the Qin family¡¯s domain, the household guards were thrown into utter disarray.


    One of the Qin family¡¯s guards hurriedly dashed into the estate.


    Before the guard had gotten far, he was struck in the back by a Spiritual Energy Arrow. He exploded into a cloud of blood mist, leaving no remains behind.


    Qiao Maomanded, ¡°Kill!¡± He soared into the air from his warhorse, wielding the Profound Iron Bow, and relentlessly fired Spiritual Energy Arrows at the Qin family¡¯s guards.


    No matter how the Qin family¡¯s guards attempted to flee, they could not evade the iing arrows.


    It was as if Qiao Mao had anticipated their every move, his arrows finding their mark with deadly precision.


    Zhang Tianbei witnessed Qiao Mao¡¯s assault for the first time and was utterly astounded. He had no idea how Qiao Mao managed such a feat and found it profoundly unsettling.


    Having lived for over two centuries and survived countless battles, Qiao Mao¡¯s gaze was merciless. He could deduce his enemies¡¯ blind spots from their subtle movements and shifts in their blood flow, making it effortless for him to strike them down with his arrows.


    Meanwhile, the ck Shadow Guard Team charged into the fray, engaging inbat. With no Martial Dao Great Masters to oppose them, the ck Shadow Guard Team easily dispatched their foes.


    At the onset of the battle, the Qin family¡¯s guards were swiftly decimated.


    One of the Qin family¡¯s guards, bloodied and battered, burst into a room deep within the estate. Crashing through the door, he gasped out, ¡°Report! Qiao Mao has arrived.¡±


    ¡°Qiao Mao is here?¡± Qin Hu eximed, taken aback by the unexpected news.


    Qin Hu wondered, ¡°Didn¡¯t I send people to kill Qiao Mao? How has hee to attack us instead?¡±


    ¡°Rally the guards and encircle Qiao Mao!¡± Qin Hu bellowed, his voice booming through the mansion like thunder.


    But the only response to Qin Hu¡¯smand was a chilling arrow. Then, Qiao Mao materialized before him, a cold smirk on his face. ¡°No need to summon your guards. All of the Qin family¡¯s guards are dead.¡±


    With a sneer, Qin Hu retorted, ¡°Do you really think you can breach the Qin family¡¯s defenses alone? Can you exterminate everyst one of us?¡±


    ¡°If we were his allies, could he have managed this?¡± Qiao Shen and Zhang Tianbei suddenly appeared on either side of Qiao Mao.


    Qin Hu was taken aback by their sudden appearance, his mind reeling. ¡°How is Zhang Tianbei here?¡± he wondered.


    But what truly astonished Qin Hu was the presence of Qiao Shen. Hadn¡¯t he dispatched people to keep an eye on Qiao Shen¡¯s Mansion in coboration with Qiao Hou, secretly plotting their next move?


    Besides, aside from the Martial Dao Great Master he had sent, Qiao Hou and the subordinates of that particr lord were supposed to be safeguarding the mansion. With such formidable individuals on guard, failure seemed improbable.


    Noticing Qin Hu¡¯s bewilderment, Zhang Tianbei offered a serene smile and said, ¡°Qin Hu, stop puzzling over it. The guards at Qiao Shen¡¯s Mansion have already been eradicated by my nephew Qiao Mao.¡±


    ¡°He wiped them all out? I don¡¯t buy it!¡± Qin Hu scoffed. ¡°By your logic, I¡¯m thest one standing in the Qin family. You¡¯re letting your imaginations run wild.¡±


    He couldn¡¯t fathom the idea that four Martial Dao Great Masters and two Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven experts could be so easily defeated.


    Qiao Shen stepped forward, his face stern, as his aura burst forth. He dered, ¡°Qin Hu, my presence here is proof enough that your and Qiao Guang¡¯s machinations have been uncovered.¡±


    Qin Hu¡¯s expression darkened. At that moment, Zhang Tianbei had been afflicted with the ck Jade Purple Yin Poison, teetering on the brink of death.


    Having deployed the ck Jade Purple Yin Poison himself, he was acutely aware of its potency.


    Yet, there stood Qiao Shen, not only alive but with his cultivation and aura at their zenith. This confirmed the truth of Qiao Shen¡¯s words. Qin Hu¡¯s spirits plummeted, his face twisting into a malevolent scowl.


    ¡°Qiao Shen, you¡¯re signing your own death warrant,¡± Qin Hu hissed through clenched teeth. The Qin Family had been illustrious, but now he was its sole survivor.


    ¡°It¡¯s you who¡¯s seeking death. You and Qiao Guang dared tomit such vile acts!¡± Qiao Mao interjected before Qiao Shen could respond, bellowing, ¡°Kill him!¡±


    Zhang Tianbei and Qiao Shen converged on Qin Hu from both sides, pushing their cultivation to the utmost.


    As their attacks shed, Zhang Tianbei and Qiao Shen were sent hurtling backwards. They looked up, their eyes wide with horror, at Qin Hu.


    ¡°Your cultivation has reached Mortality Transcending Level Nine Heaven!¡± Zhang Tianbei gasped in disbelief.


    Both he and Qiao Shen were at Mortality Transcending Level Eight Heaven. Despite their simultaneous strike, they had been repelled. This clearly demonstrated Qin Hu¡¯s superior cultivation level.


    They immediately felt the weight of the situation bearing down on them.


    ¡°Since I¡¯m thest of the Qin family, I will exterminate your entire n,¡± Qin Hu dered, his sanity slipping away.


    He fully tapped into his Mortality Transcending Level Nine Heaven cultivation. His overwhelming presence made it difficult for everyone to even draw breath, their faces turning ashen.


    The ck Shadow Guard Team found their Spiritual Energy stifled, unable to flow freely within them.


    Just then, Qiao Mao let out a stifled grunt. In an instant, Qin Hu¡¯s imposing aura shattered, and the crushing pressure on everyone eased significantly.


    ¡°So, you¡¯re the fundamental reason our n fell apart, aren¡¯t you?¡± Qin Hu turned to Qiao Mao, a surge of rm rising within him. His Martial Dao Aura had been so effortlessly disrupted by Qiao Mao.


    With eyes brimming with murderous intent, Qin Hu spoke icily, ¡°In that case, I¡¯ll eliminate you first, then the rest of them.¡±


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 Chapter 38

    C38 ¨C The Qin Family Was Destroyed!


    ?The Martial Dao Aura might seem enigmatic on the surface, yet it¡¯s actually quite straightforward. Encased within a hemispherical ss, the aura is naturally suppressed. But if the ss is shattered, the aura will dissipate on its own.


    The more advanced a person¡¯s cultivation, the more formidable their Martial Dao Aura bes. And the more powerful the aura, the more difficult it is to break.


    Qin Hu had only recently ascended to the Mortality Transcending Level Nine Heaven. To Qiao Mao, Qin Hu¡¯s aura seemed feeble, something he could easily shatter.


    Having disrupted Qin Hu¡¯s aura, Qiao Mao became the focus of his wrath. Qin Hu was intent on eliminating Qiao Mao first.


    Qin Hu also sensed something odd about Qiao Mao, who appeared to him like an Old Monster, a being who had lived for ages and posed the greatest threat among those present.


    ¡°If you¡¯re after Qiao Mao, you¡¯ll have to get through me first,¡± dered Qiao Shen, stepping forward to shield Qiao Mao from Qin Hu¡¯s onught.


    Qiao Mao didn¡¯t interfere. His current level of power was insufficient to directly confront an adversary of the Mortality Transcending Level Nine Heaven. Hemunicated telepathically to Qiao Shen, ¡°Uncle, Patriarch Zhang, the two of you take him down. I¡¯ll provide support.¡±


    Without a moment¡¯s hesitation, they consented. With Qin Hu in their midst, they were not about to let him slip away.


    The battle rmenced with all fourbatants, including Qiao Mao, channeling their fury into their attacks, sparing no effort.


    Qiao Mao, positioned to the side, wielded his Profound Iron Bow and executed the Army Breaking Archery technique, seizing the moment to release an arrow.


    Ke Shan had employed the same formidable Army Breaking Archery when he dispatched the turncoats of Fire Crow Country. Its potency was on par with the Yellow Rank High Grade Martial Skill, posing a significant threat to Qin Hu.


    Blessed with exceptional eyesight, Qiao Mao¡¯s arrow struck true, eliciting a series of enraged roars from the wounded Qin Hu.


    Despite his fury, Qin Hu found no opportunity to retaliate against Qiao Mao.


    Qiao Mao loosed three more arrows in quick session, each varying in speed but equally devastating, effectively thwarting Qin Hu¡¯s attempts to flee.


    Qin Hu found himself trapped on all sides, with no escape from the iing arrow. His fate was sealed; he was destined to die.


    ¡°This is our chance.¡± Qiao Shen and Zhang Tianbei were formidable fighters, but Qin Hu, who was a level above them, had them at a disadvantage. Without Qiao Mao¡¯s assistance, they would have been defeated long ago.


    Witnessing Qiao Mao¡¯s ingenious strategy filled them with tion. They unleashed their most powerful techniques in a relentless assault on Qin Hu.


    Qin Hu let out a furious roar as he was cornered into the Death Realm, an arrow piercing his chest and drawing blood.


    ¡°Little bastard, I will kill you,¡± he seethed with murderous intent toward Qiao Mao. Had it not been for Qiao Mao, Qin Hu would have easily bested Qiao Shen and Zhang Tianbei. He wouldn¡¯t be in this dire predicament.


    Despite their efforts, Qiao Shen and Zhang Tianbei couldn¡¯t fend off Qin Hu¡¯s onught. Blown back by his power, they each coughed up blood. Yet, Qin Hu didn¡¯t pursue them; his focus was solely on Qiao Mao.


    He saw this as his final opportunity. Even if it meant his death, he was determined to take Qiao Mao down with him.


    ¡°Mao!¡± Qiao Shen cried out.


    ¡°Qiao Mao!¡± Zhang Tianbei called out in warning.


    Their urgent shouts filled the air, but they were powerless to intervene. If Qin Hu¡¯s strikended, Qiao Mao¡¯s life would be at grave risk.


    Qin Hu charged with a savage look in his eyes, resembling a wild beast in the throes of rage.


    Qiao Mao didn¡¯t flinch; instead, he smiled, the picture of serenity.


    Qin Hu concentrated all his energy into his palm, vowing to annihte Qiao Mao.


    Without Qiao Mao¡¯s interference, Qin Hu¡¯s n would have been wless. Qiao Guang would have taken his ce in the n, and Martial Sun City would have been his domain.


    But Qiao Mao¡¯s actions had thwarted all his schemes, leaving Qin Hu filled with resentment and fury.


    Qiao Mao¡¯s palm strike came with a surge of energy, the air bursting around them. The sheer force was terrifying, akin to an earth-shattering, mountain-crumbling catastrophe.


    Qiao Shen and Zhang Tianbei watched on, fraught with anxiety. They knew that if Qin Hu seeded in killing Qiao Mao, he would likely sumb to his own exhaustion, securing their victory. Yet, in that moment, their concern for Qiao Mao overshadowed everything else.


    In a split second, Qiao Mao activated the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique. Power surged within him, converging into his palm before he struck Qin Hu.


    A figure was sent flying, crashing heavily into the ground and stirring up a cloud of dust that enveloped him.


    ¡°I regret not protecting Mao better. Big brother, sister-inw, I¡¯m so sorry,¡± Qiao Shen said, his face etched with remorse. He pounded the ground with his fist, the earth echoing his frustration.


    ¡°If only I had stopped Qiao Mao, none of this would have happened,¡± Zhang Tianbei muttered in vexation. Had he gathered the intelligence beforehand and known that Qin Hu had reached Mortality Transcending Level Nine Heaven, Qiao Mao wouldn¡¯t have met his end today.


    ¡°Why has Qin Hu¡¯s presence vanished?¡± Qiao Shen wondered aloud.


    He sensed something amiss and was taken aback. Qiao Mao¡¯s presence lingered, yet Qin Hu¡¯s had just disappeared.


    ¡°Could it be that Mao has triumphed?¡± Qiao Shen whispered to himself. He hurriedly looked up, only to see Qiao Mao standing upright, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth.


    ¡°Mao has won!¡± Qiao Shen eximed. He rose to his feet, gazing at Qiao Mao in astonishment, his heart swelling with happiness.


    Zhang Tianbei turned his attention to Qiao Mao as well. The regret that once filled his eyes vanished, reced by sheer amazement.


    Moments before, they had all thought Qiao Mao was gone, but there he was, standing tall with a faint smile on his face.


    ¡°I was nearly scared to death,¡± Qiao Shen admitted, his voice tinged with anger, tears glistening in his eyes.


    ¡°You¡¯ve lived for over forty years, and yet you weep like a child,¡± Zhang Tianbei teased, rolling his eyes.


    Despite his words, Zhang Tianbei understood that Qiao Shen¡¯s tears were of sheer relief and joy. He wasn¡¯t mocking him; he shared the same happiness for Qiao Mao¡¯s survival.


    ¡°Seeing him alive fills me with joy!¡± Qiao Shen dered, smiling.


    When Zhang Tianbei turned back, the dust had settled, revealing Qin Hu¡¯s body lying still in a crimson pool.


    As the sun rose in the eastern sky, its rays soon bathed thend, the blood-soaked earth glistening in the light.


    Zhang Tianbei and Qiao Shen were deeply moved. Tonight¡¯s battle, though initiated by them, was fraught with peril. It was Qiao Mao who had snatched them from the jaws of death.


    ¡°I¡¯ve lived for so many years, and this is the first time I¡¯ve truly felt how wonderful it is to be alive,¡± Zhang Tianbei said with a gentle smile. He then turned to Qiao Mao and added, ¡°What¡¯s your n now? We¡¯ll follow your lead.¡±


    Qiao Mao paused for a moment before responding, ¡°I¡¯ve dealt with those who needed to be dealt with. Now it¡¯s time to seize their assets.¡±


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 Chapter 39

    C39 ¨C Scarlet Crescent Treasure


    Confiscating the Qin family¡¯s assets?¡± They were all taken aback, realizing they hadpletely overlooked this detail.


    The Qin family, as one of the Three Great Overlords of Martial Sun City, boasted a history spanning over a century and possessed a wealth of resources. It was no surprise, then, that they suspected the Qin family¡¯s mansion was filled with valuable items.


    ¡°Exactly, let¡¯s proceed with confiscating the Qin family¡¯s property.¡± Qiao Shen said with a sly grin, leading the ck Shadow Guard Team to carry out the task. Eventually, they brought everything out into the courtyard.


    The sight of the amassed Spirit Coins, Celestial Materials and Earthly Treasures, and weapons was staggering, even to Qiao Mao. He couldn¡¯t resist approaching the pile to scrutinize the items, searching for anything that might be of use to him.


    ?After selecting some beneficial herbs, Qiao Mao¡¯s attention was drawn to a ck brocade box nestled among the treasures. The box was modest in size, measuring roughly twenty centimeters in length and ten centimeters in width, adorned with ancient patterns that suggested it was at least five hundred years old.


    ¡°Why does this look so familiar?¡± Qiao Mao mused, furrowing his brow as he picked up the box for a closer look. It felt eerily recognizable, as if he had encountered it before.


    Qiao Shen and Zhang Tianbei, equally intrigued, joined him. But upon seeing the box, Zhang Tianbei gasped, ¡°This is the Red Moon treasure.¡±


    ¡°The Red Moon treasure?¡± Qiao Mao was taken aback, never expecting to stumble upon an artifact belonging to the Red Moon de Lord among the Qin family¡¯s possessions.


    The Red Moon de Lord was a formidable figure in the Fire Crow Country five centuries ago. His renown may not have reached the heights of the Sovereign Arrow God, but his prowess was reputed to be even more formidable.


    Moreover, the Red Moon de Lord¡¯s rise to power began in ck Blood City, not far from Martial Sun City, where he achieved remarkable military feats in South Sun County. He vanquished numerous prodigies and ultimately secured a ce on the Sovereign Rank of the Fire Crow Country.


    ¡°So this belongs to the Red Moon de Lord, no wonder it feels so familiar,¡± Qiao Mao realized, a spark of recognition in his eyes. Upon inspecting the bottom of the box, he discovered a crimson blood moon emblem¡ªthe unmistakable mark of the Red Moon de Lord.


    In his past life, Qiao Mao hade into possession of a battle saber once wielded by the Red Moon de Lord in the Fire Crow Imperial Capital. With this weapon, he had in numerous warriors from the Nether n.


    ¡°I¡¯ve heard some tales about the Red Moon de Lord. After he departed from the Fire Crow Empire, he ventured into the Nether Domain and unleashed a great ughter,¡± Qiao Shen remarked, his eyes brimming with admiration.


    Qiao Mao, having lived over two centuries in his previous life, was well-versed and knowledgeable. He too had heard about the Red Moon de Lord¡¯s bloody campaign in the Nether Domain, so he was certain Qiao Shen¡¯s words were urate.


    ¡°The Nether Domain is a truly fearsome ce!¡± The very thought of the Nether Domain ignited a surge of battle intent within Qiao Mao.


    The Nether Domain was a battlefield where countless formidable individuals made their names and ultimately ascended to the pinnacle of power. At the same time, innumerable warriors met their demise there, their legacies buried with them.


    ¡°Let¡¯s open this box quickly and see what¡¯s inside!¡± Zhang Tianbei, unable to contain his excitement, urged them to open the brocade box without dy.


    Qiao Mao nodded emphatically, his breath quickening in anticipation.


    Despite having been a master of the Heaven Connecting Stage and standing at the zenith of the world in his previous life, Qiao Mao was now reborn with diminished strength. He was in dire need of empowerment and held high hopes for the contents of the brocade box.


    ¡°What¡¯s this? Inside are three ck pills and a torn map?¡±


    These pills were unlike any ordinary pills. They were not only ck but also devoid of any scent, giving them an eerie appearance.


    Furthermore, while typical pills were the size of a thumb, these three ck pills were asrge as a fist.


    ¡°These are pills, but they¡¯re worthless now. Their medicinal properties have vanished,¡± Qiao Shen said, his voice tinged with disappointment.


    Usually, a pill with any remaining potency would emit a fragrance. But these three pills were not only scentless and ck, indicating they were long past their prime and spoiled.


    Zhang Tianbei shared this sentiment, believing the spoiled pills to be of no value, and he sighed, ¡°Such a waste.¡±


    Yet, what Zhang Tianbei and Qiao Hou failed to notice was the intense focus in Qiao Mao¡¯s eyes as he gazed upon the three pills. A spark of excitement shed as he eximed, ¡°These are Limitless Body Breaking Pills. They¡¯re not just useful¡ªthey¡¯re incredibly potent!¡±


    ¡°What is a Limitless Body Breaking Pill?¡± Zhang Tianbei had clearly nevere across the name of this pill before. Even if, as Qiao Mao mentioned, these were indeed Limitless Body Breaking Pills, they were presumably expired and no longer effective.


    Observing the frustrated looks on Zhang Tianbei and Qiao Shen¡¯s faces, Qiao Mao exined with a smile, ¡°Typically, pills do have a scent, but the Limitless Body Breaking Pill is an exception. Itcks any fragrance and can be stored for as long as eight hundred years. So, this pill hasn¡¯t expired.¡±


    ¡°The Limitless Body Breaking Pill canst eight hundred years?¡±


    Zhang Tianbei and Qiao Shen were both astonished and embarrassed. They found it hard to believe that a pill could remain potent for such an extended period.


    ¡°You might not be aware, but the Limitless Body Breaking Pill isn¡¯t crafted from spiritual herbs. Instead, it¡¯s produced by blending extracts from Monsters and Fierce Beasts with Ink Stone. As a result, it doesn¡¯t emit any medicinal scent and won¡¯t spoil for a millennium,¡± Qiao Mao borated.


    Perhaps that¡¯s why Qin Hu refrained from consuming the three Limitless Body Breaking Pills. Had he done so, he would have advanced to the Spirit Wheel Stage by now. Such a breakthrough would spell catastrophe for the Zhang family and Qiao Mao.


    Moreover, the Limitless Body Breaking Pill¡¯s shelf life isn¡¯t just eight hundred years; it¡¯s eight thousand. The recipe for this pill has been handed down since the Ancient Era.


    Qiao Mao downyed the information to avoid overwhelming them, but they were still visibly stunned. They gazed at Qiao Mao with curiosity, pondering how he came to possess such extensive knowledge.


    With a touch of embarrassment, Qiao Mao reminded them, ¡°Remember, I am a Spirit me Great Master, so I possess a wealth of knowledge about pills with extraordinary properties. Naturally, I acquired this knowledge from my master.¡±


    After giving them a cursory exnation, Qiao Mao handed each of them a Limitless Body Breaking Pill. He then took one himself and brought it to his nose for a sniff.


    ¡°This Limitless Body Breaking Pill contains extracts from thirty-five different Monsters and Fierce Beasts, along with Ink Stone, Fire Sand Essence, among other ingredients,¡± Qiao Mao mused aloud.


    In his previous life, Qiao Mao was known as the Spirit me Great Master, which enabled him to easily discern the form of a pill by its scent. Thus, a simple whiff was all it took for him to identify theponents of the Limitless Body Breaking Pill.


    Moreover, the thirty-five extracts required for the pill were readily avable in the Cross Cloud Mountains, situated between ck Blood City and Martial Sun City. The only hitch was the scarcity of Ink Stone.


    Additionally, one could only benefit from consuming a single Limitless Body Breaking Pill; any more would be futile. Otherwise, Qiao Mao could produce them in abundance to enhance his strength whenever he wished.


    ¡°If I manage to find Ink Stone, I could forge a formidable army with the Limitless Body Breaking Pill tobat the Nether n,¡± Qiao Mao mused.


    After securing the Limitless Body Breaking Pill, Qiao Mao turned his attention to a tattered map. His eyes sparkled with recognition¡ªit was a map of the Cross Cloud Mountains, which astonishingly pinpointed the former dwelling of the Red Moon de Lord, known as the Red Moon Secret Realm.


    Qiao Shen, Zhang Tianbei, and theirpanions were instantly electrified by the prospect. Gaining ess to the Red Moon Secret Realm held extraordinary promise, potentially propelling them to the Spirit Wheel Stage.


    Qiao Mao shared in their excitement. Despite his extensive martial arts experience spanning over two centuries, he had yet to find the catalyst for ascending to a higher realm. The Red Moon Secret Realm represented the perfect opportunity.


    With entry into the Red Moon Secret Realm, Qiao Mao was confident he could swiftly surpass his current limitations. Should the Nether nunch an early invasion, he would be well-equipped to stand his ground against them.


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 Chapter 40

    C40 ¨C Hatred!


    ?The threat of the Nether n¡¯s invasion was a constant, heavy burden on Qiao Mao¡¯s mind, keeping him on edge at all times. However, the emergence of the Red Moon Secret Realm finally allowed him to breathe a sigh of relief.


    ¡°I must go into seclusion as soon as possible and then head to the Red Moon Secret Realm to enhance my strength,¡± Qiao Mao resolved.


    After Qiao Mao and Qiao Shen had selected some useful items, the remaining goods were all transported back to the Zhang family. Subsequently, they each began their individual cultivation practices.


    The next day, at the crack of dawn, roosters crowed, heralding the start of a day that would see Martial Sun City abuzz with shocking news.


    ¡°What did you say? The Qin family has been wiped out? How could that be possible?¡±


    The news of the Qin family¡¯s annihtion sent shockwaves through the city. The Qin family had reigned over Martial Sun City for many years, and the idea that they could be obliterated overnight was unfathomable to most.


    ¡°I witnessed it myself. How could it be a lie? If you don¡¯t believe me, go see for yourself at the Qin family estate. The corpses of their guards are strewn everywhere.¡±


    The speaker was visibly shaken, having stumbled upon the gruesome scene at the Qin family¡¯s residence. The sight of the bodies piled high had nearly caused him to pass out, and the memory still sent shivers down his spine.


    ¡°I also heard that it wasn¡¯t just the Qin family members who were killed. Qiao Hou is dead, and all four Martial Dao Great Masters have perished.¡±


    The news of Qiao Hou¡¯s demise and the Qin family¡¯s downfall spread simultaneously, sending a wave of fear throughout Martial Sun City. The citizens were left weak-kneed by the thought of so many formidable figures meeting their end in a single night. As a result, Qiao Mao was dubbed the god of ughter by the people of Martial Sun City.


    ?Upon receiving the news, Qiao Guang¡¯s rage was palpable as he crushed the teacup in his grasp. ¡°This man is insufferably arrogant. I will go to the Zhang family myself and kill that little bastard,¡± he seethed.


    He had meticulously nned for half a month and was on the verge of securing the key to the Ancestral Land. Now, his carefullyid ns had been thwarted by someone he had previously dismissed as inconsequential.


    Consumed by fury, Qiao Guang¡¯s features twisted into a menacing scowl, and the chairs surrounding him shattered to pieces in a mere moment.


    ¡°Sir, please give me the order to eliminate this little bastard immediately. If not, I fear I won¡¯t be able to quell the hatred burning within me,¡± Qiao Guang implored, turning to address the shadowy figure with reverence.


    Qiao Guang was filled with remorse. Had he in Qiao Mao after Qiao Dou¡¯s departure, his scheme would have seeded.


    ¡°I was just one step away from being epted into the n.¡±


    ¡°Surely Qiao Mao hasn¡¯t angered you to such an extent,¡± came a detached voice from the darkness, followed by a middle-aged man emerging into view.


    A scar marred the man¡¯s face, shing from his forehead, past his eyes, down to the lower left of his cheek. Stitched with ck thread, it lent him a menacing appearance.


    ¡°With Qiao Mao responsible for the deaths of so many of our people, can we really afford to let him continue living? Moreover, he possesses the key to the Ancestral Land,¡± Qiao Guang brooded, his sense of injustice festering.


    Despite previously underestimating Qiao Mao, the recent events had intensified Qiao Guang¡¯s desire to see him dead.


    ¡°While the Ancestral Land is significant, it¡¯s not our current priority. We have a more pressing matter at hand,¡± the middle-aged man dered.


    ¡°Please, instruct me,¡± Qiao Guang said, setting aside his reluctance. He knew better than to defy the man before him. After all, sessfully handling this task would please him and secure Qiao Guang¡¯s entry into the n with ease.


    For Qiao Guang, the grief of losing his son paled inparison to his ambitions.


    ¡°I¡¯ve been informed that someone in ck Blood City is aware of the Red Moon Secret Realm¡¯s location. It contains a treasure of paramount importance to our n. We cannot allow it to fall into the wrong hands. Do youprehend?¡± the middle-aged man stated icily.


    ¡°The Red Moon Secret Realm! Could it be true?¡± Qiao Guang thought, taken aback.


    He was familiar with the tales of the Red Moon de Lord and knew of his rise to prominence from ck Blood City, which made the prospect of entering the Red Moon Secret Realm all the more alluring.


    Gaining even a fraction of the realm¡¯s power could propel him into the Spirit Wheel Stage. With such advancement, his influence within the n would be significantly amplified.


    The middle-aged man nodded, affirming that the information he had received was extremely urate. ¡°Once this is aplished, we¡¯ll have control over Martial Sun City and ck Blood City. At that point, you¡¯ll have the power to kill at will, and the Celestial Yin Nether Arts within the Qiao Family Ancestral Land will be ours for the taking.¡±


    ¡°Rest assured, I will spare no effort to assist you,¡± Qiao Guang replied with a heartyugh, his excitement palpable.


    However, the middle-aged man shook his head and stated, ¡°The news of the Red Moon Secret Realm is now known to many factions in South Sun County. They will send their prodigious disciples for training. Therefore, I will take matters into my own hands and eliminate them all.¡±


    These talented disciples, though currently unremarkable, posed a significant threat once they matured.


    ¡°You will oversee Martial Sun City. If the opportunity arises, make the necessary preparations.¡±


    ¡°Understood.¡±


    After Zhang Tianbei, Qiao Shen, and Qiao Mao received the Limitless Body Breaking Pill, they promptly began their secluded cultivation.


    Despite the Qin family¡¯s downfall, Qiao Mao was unaware of any remaining plots by Qiao Guang. Thus, enhancing their strength was of the utmost importance.


    Upon entering seclusion, Qiao Mao wasted no time in taking the Limitless Body Breaking Pill. His body¡¯s power surged explosively, nearly tearing him apart.


    ¡°It truly is worthy of an Ancient Era recipe. Though it¡¯s a Grade Nine Pill, its effects are on par with an average Grade Eight Pill,¡± Qiao Mao marveled inwardly.


    He immediately engaged the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique to assimte the pill¡¯s potency. This Supreme Cultivation Method, crafted by the Dragon n for the Nine-heaven Divine Dragon Tower, was formidable indeed.


    With the Ten-direction Prison Suppressing Technique in full swing, Qiao Mao¡¯s absorption of the medicinal properties was not only rapid but also achieved a perfect 100% conversion rate. He didn¡¯t let a single bit of the Limitless Body Breaking Pill¡¯s power go to waste.


    ¡°I never imagined I¡¯d break through so swiftly.¡±


    Qiao Mao sensed the burgeoning strength within him and was taken aback. It had been less than ten breaths since he ingested the Limitless Body Breaking Pill, yet his body¡¯s bottleneck was already loosening. Shortly after, he advanced to Mortality Transcending Level Six Heaven.


    At this moment, Qiao Mao still had roughly two-thirds of the medicinal power from the pill coursing through his body, which meant he could fully utilize the remaining effects to achieve another breakthrough.


    Once he advanced to Mortality Transcending Level Seven Heaven and reached the status of a Martial Dao Great Master, he would be unmatched throughout Martial Sun City.


    And even if Qiao Guang had attained Mortality Transcending Level Nine Heaven, Qiao Mao would find it quite effortless to defeat him.


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