149. Battling the Four Immortals

Chapter 149: Battling the Four Immortals

Behind Song Qiumo, Li Hao and Feng Lao also appeared.

Hearing the words of the Daoist-robed elder, Li Hao immediately understood that this elder was the Dragon Lord from the Dragon Mountain Daoist Sect.

"Hmph, I expected you might hide in the shadows and try to lure us, but I didn't think you'd really stay hidden. For this human boy, is it worth it?" The golden-haired, burly elder's eyes were cold. He had sought out the Dragon Lord to deal with this unexpected situation.

Song Qiumo replied calmly, "No matter how patient I am, I can't compare to you. Your own son died, and you waited half a year to come here. Are you really so afraid of me, or do you have so many sons that one doesn't matter?"

"Afraid of you? You think too highly of yourself!" The Ten Thousand Mountains Demon King roared like a lion, his voice shaking the earth and causing avalanches on nearby peaks.

This display of divine power was enough to make those below the Four Immortal Realm tremble in fear, but aside from Li Hao, only the little white fox was present.

The little white fox had been placed outside the camp by Li Hao when he returned. As for Li Hao, he didn't feel much from the fierce aura, just a bit of earache.

"Why waste words? Are you still afraid? Worried we have more ambushes?" Li Hao spoke up, "Don't worry, we don't have any ambushes. Everyone else has left. It's just the three of us here."

The golden-haired elder's eyes were filled with murderous intent as he glared at Li Hao. But Li Hao's words made the raging elder hold back his fury and calm down a bit.

The more Li Hao spoke like this, the more uncomfortable the elder felt.

"Do you think you can scare me? I've lived for ten thousand years. How old are you? Not even a fraction of my age. Do you think you can frighten me?" the golden-haired elder growled.

Li Hao smiled inwardly, knowing that the elder was already wary. He deliberately played the empty city ruse, guessing that this old demon king, who had delayed his revenge, was extremely suspicious and cautious.

Caution often led to doubt and hesitation, which could benefit their side in the upcoming battle.

Ignoring the elder's words, Li Hao turned to the Dragon Lord and smiled confidently, "You must be the Dragon Lord. I've heard a lot about you. You three have invaded our territory. If any of us survive, the Dayu Dynasty will hunt you down relentlessly. Is it worth it?"

The Daoist-robed elder studied Li Hao. Sensing his Tianren Realm aura after retracting his myriad forms attribute, the Dragon Lord confirmed the intelligence he had received and couldn't help but feel a mix of astonishment and gravity.

Killing that small demon king at the Tianren Realm was already shocking, but his personal good feelings towards this human boy didn't stop him from accepting the Ten Thousand Mountains Demon King's offer to kill him.

"As long as you all die here today, no word will get out," the Dragon Lord said calmly.

Li Hao laughed, "Are you so confident? Killing me might not be difficult, but if the two by my side are determined to leave, can you really stop them?"

The Dragon Lord sneered but didn't respond. He had already prepared for the Dayu Dynasty's retaliation.

"Although I don't know what benefits he promised you, I can promise you more," Li Hao said, openly tempting the Dragon Lord, "If you join us and help us kill this demon king, his territory will be yours. Moreover, your invasion today will be considered an act of justice, and you'll be granted military merit by the Dayu Dynasty, allowing you free entry in the future."

"Additionally, I will personally offer you assistance. You know my talent, favored by the emperor. My future is boundless. If you agree, you'll be my brother!"

"This petty trick, do you think it will sway us?" The Ten Thousand Mountains Demon King laughed coldly but was internally furious.

The Dragon Lord looked deeply at Li Hao and said calmly, "Your offer is tempting, but unfortunately, it's too naive. We've known each other for thousands of years. This is my brother!"

"I can raise the stakes," Li Hao smiled, "Name your price."

"Enough," the Dragon Lord sneered, turning to the Ten Thousand Mountains Demon King, "I'll handle the water qilin. You take care of the boy."

The Ten Thousand Mountains Demon King nodded, glaring at Li Hao. Just as he was about to speak, he saw Li Hao subtly signal to the Dragon Lord.

His expression changed as he glanced at the Dragon Lord.

The Dragon Lord, not receiving any transmission from Li Hao, realized and quickly said, "Brother, this boy is cunning. Don't let him speak any more. I promised to help, and I won't go back on my word!"

The Ten Thousand Mountains Demon King studied the Dragon Lord for a moment before nodding. Despite their words, he still felt uneasy.

Their relationship was based more on mutual benefits than true brotherhood.

Taking a deep breath, he knew the boy had already planted seeds of doubt in his mind, making him wary and defensive. His anger intensified, wanting nothing more than to tear the boy apart.

"Let's finish what we started," the Dragon Lord said, intending to separate the battlefield.

Song Qiumo transmitted to Li Hao, "Should I lure him away or stay here?"

She was concerned about the risk of the opponent unexpectedly targeting Li Hao, making him her weak spot.

"Lure him away," Li Hao replied.

Song Qiumo nodded slightly and said to the Dragon Lord, "Let's continue our fight outside."

"Fine by me," the Dragon Lord sneered, turning to leave.

Song Qiumo followed him.

As they left, the Ten Thousand Mountains Demon King sighed in relief and then smirked at Li Hao, "Boy, you're dead!"

Without giving Li Hao a chance to speak, he launched a ferocious attack.

"Do you think we're alone?" Li Hao quickly said.

The Ten Thousand Mountains Demon King laughed, "The more you say, the more it's clear you're bluffing!"

His attack was ruthless, aimed at Li Hao.

Feng Lao stepped forward, blocking the attack with a burst of green light.

Li Hao flew to the side to avoid distracting Feng Lao.

"Go kill him!" the Ten Thousand Mountains Demon King ordered.

The black-robed man nodded, his eyes cold, and in a flash, appeared before Li Hao.

Li Hao's pupils constricted but was prepared.

Previously, he couldn't detect the Four Immortal Realm's instant movement technique, but now, with the celestial qi in his body, he could sense the attack's fluctuations.

As Feng Lao had explained, Dao Heart Realm attacks were unavoidable.

The black-robed man used his body as a weapon, attacking the air in front of Li Hao. The thin air offered no resistance, allowing him to hit the target area easily and appear there instantly.

This was the principle of the Four Immortal Realm's instant movement.

The attack had to be close to be effective, making it a perfect killing move.

But Li Hao had anticipated this.

In the attack's path, he had laid numerous hidden lines and a large fishhook.

As the black-robed man arrived, the lines snapped into place, wrapping around him, and the fishhook embedded in his chest.

"Hmm?!" The black-robed man hadn't expected his instant movement to be countered, feeling the sting in his chest.

Fury surged as he struck out with a clawed hand, tearing through the space in front of Li Hao.

This attack, imbued with Dao's trajectory, was unavoidable.

Li Hao reacted swiftly, his body's power surging. The Seven Stars' effect had already activated when he left Feng Lao's side.

The celestial qi in his body doubled, then tripled, swirling like three silver dragons.

As the qi dispersed through his pores, merging with the world, Li Hao felt one with the heavens and earth.

His body was no longer a lone boat but part of the waves.

As the attack neared, Li Hao drew his sword, the Longxiao Sword slashing out with the force of a dragon's roar.