Creatures from the Immortal Domain may have nothing to fear, but those from the Nine Heavens and the Three Thousand Provinces cannot afford to be careless. If Shi Hao truly remains unharmed, it would be utterly terrifying.
Could even the *Glyph* fail to harm him? They refused to believe it—after all, that curse was designed to slay immortals!
“You jest, fellow Daoist. I’m merely stubborn, able to endure a few days longer than others,” Shi Hao responded. There was no need for him to flaunt his condition. After learning of the Immortal Domain’s gates opening, he had pondered deeply—the world would no longer be at peace.
He had no desire to become the first target, especially with the remnants of fallen immortals still lurking. If they discovered he had survived the *Glyph* unscathed, they would surely fixate on him even more.
Hearing his explanation, the people from the Nine Heavens and the Three Thousand Provinces finally exhaled in relief, their fear dissipating.
Yet, none dared provoke him further. They remained subdued and cautious. As long as *Huang* was not truly crippled, they had no choice but to regard him with reverence.
“What a pity. I’ve heard of you—your valor in the Borderlands was remarkable,” said Xu Hui, the young man clad in a robe of myriad beasts, smiling faintly.
Naturally, he too doubted Shi Hao could resist the *Glyph*. No one from the lower realm should be capable of enduring it.
“You are indeed exceptional, able to battle the Imperial Clans of the Foreign Lands in the Borderlands. But I dare say the young members of the Imperial Clans you faced were not their finest,” added Yi Luo, a woman in a fiery red dress, her beauty accentuated by a faint smile.
“Oh? How can you be so certain?” Shi Hao asked.
“The final battle of the last epoch—setting aside the clashes of the mighty, just the battles among the younger generation—was horrifying. Several of the Immortal Domain’s prodigies were severely wounded, and one perished. It was brutal,” Yi Luo replied, then elaborated, “They encountered an Imperial Scion!”
Shi Hao fell silent. Another epoch had passed—where could he find an Imperial Scion now? Surely Yu Tuo and An Lan wouldn’t be so shameless as to sire new heirs at their age.
If he wished to battle an Imperial Scion, he would have to ascend as a true immortal first.
At the same time, Shi Hao felt a chill. After the fall of the Nine Heavens and Ten Earths, the Immortal Domain had indeed clashed with the Foreign Lands—a long-overdue confrontation.
“Brother Shi, since your cultivation remains intact, would you assist me with a matter?” Xu Hui asked.
“What is it?” Shi Hao inquired.
“We’ve come to the Void God Realm to locate a certain place and retrieve something. We seek your aid,” Xu Hui explained.
The others nearby exchanged uneasy glances. Though they no longer feared Shi Hao outright, they remained wary. A few bold individuals studied him, hoping he would soon be crippled—otherwise, the pressure he exuded was unbearable.
“Assist us, and I can ensure your family’s safety,” Yi Luo stated bluntly, her eyes gleaming.
“What do you mean by that?” Shi Hao’s expression darkened.
“Oh, I merely meant that since your cultivation is fading, you might as well be of use while you still can. Lend us your strength—consider it a favor,” Yi Luo said.
Though her tone was slightly more polite, Shi Hao still found it distasteful. The implied threat was clear—if he refused, his family might not remain unharmed.
“In these turbulent times, anything could happen. For instance, your younger brother—quite talented, but rather arrogant, isn’t he? Easy to offend others,” Yi Luo remarked.
Seeing Shi Hao’s expression grow colder, Xu Hui chuckled. “A minor matter, nothing to worry about. No one will harm your brother.”
Shi Hao’s face turned ashen as he stared icily at them. Was this an overt threat disguised as reassurance?
“Don’t misunderstand. It was merely a friendly spar. Your brother was injured, but he’ll recover in a few months,” Xu Hui added.
The more he spoke, the darker Shi Hao’s expression became.
“It wasn’t me. Among the six or seven envoys who arrived, one was particularly eager to test the strength of cultivators from the Nine Heavens and Ten Earths. He fought over a dozen battles—your brother’s injuries weren’t severe,” Yi Luo clarified.
“Should I thank you both for your kindness?” Shi Hao said coldly.
Yi Luo smiled softly, her demeanor shifting as she sensed his hostility. “Brother Shi, rest assured. Once we return, we’ll ensure no further unpleasantness occurs.”
Earlier, she had assumed Shi Hao was as good as crippled, hence her dismissive tone. But now, realizing the danger of their destination, she saw value in using *Huang* as a guide.
“Brother Shi, we admire you greatly. As a native of this lower realm, you must show us around,” Xu Hui added politely.
Their sudden shift in attitude puzzled the others from the upper realms, but none dared comment.
Shi Hao’s expression softened slightly. He nodded—if these two could ensure Qin Hao’s safety, he was willing to cooperate.
Their politeness grew, their smiles widening. They had realized that antagonizing *Huang* was unwise—if they could leverage his strength, all the better.
“We seek a place—a mysterious prison…” Xu Hui began.
As he described it, Shi Hao immediately recognized it—the dark celestial prison where he had obtained the True Phoenix Treasure Technique, a place sealing countless terrifying creatures.
“Brother Daoist, as a long-time resident of the lower realm, you must know more than we do. Could you help us locate the Void God Realm’s overseers?” Yi Luo asked.
They wished to consult the overseers about the prison’s location, for it held great secrets and opportunities.
“No need. I know where it is,” Shi Hao said, leading them directly instead of introducing them to Bird Grandpa and Essence Stone Grandpa.
In truth, he was curious—what were these two after?
As they advanced, Shi Hao silently seized control of a young man from the Three Thousand Provinces—effortless for him.
Outwardly, the man appeared normal, but his consciousness was now shackled by Shi Hao’s overwhelming divine sense.
Without a trace of emotion, Shi Hao rifled through his memories—and what he learned enraged him.
Qin Hao *had* been injured, and the assailant was none other than Yi Luo’s elder brother, also Xu Hui’s sworn friend. The man had originally sought to challenge Shi Hao after hearing of his exploits in the Borderlands. But with Shi Hao “crippled” and gone from the Three Thousand Provinces, he had turned to *Huang*’s younger brother instead. Qin Hao had lost, suffering grave injuries.
No wonder Yi Luo had been so dismissive earlier—her brother was the culprit. Now she had the audacity to exploit *Huang*? Shi Hao’s gaze turned frigid.
Suppressing his fury, Shi Hao continued leading them to the ancient site.
Bird Grandpa and Essence Stone Grandpa followed discreetly, sharing Shi Hao’s curiosity about the duo’s intentions.
“Ah! This is the place! Brother Shi, you’re truly remarkable to have found it!” Xu Hui exclaimed in delight.
Before them stood the black ancient hall, and behind it, dozens of altars bearing sealed jars—exactly as described.
“What exactly do you intend to do here?” Shi Hao asked.
“To be frank, we’re not here for ourselves, but for the champion of our generation. If possible, we’re to retrieve certain items,” Xu Hui admitted.
That these two powerful individuals would willingly risk themselves for another spoke volumes about this “champion’s” status.
“Brother Daoist, would you assist us in unsealing a few jars? They contain objects crucial to us,” Yi Luo pleaded earnestly, promising future favors or protection for Qin Hao in return.
Shi Hao nearly lashed out. Her brother had attacked Qin Hao, and now she dared deceive him—expecting him, the elder brother, to serve them after they’d harmed his kin? Despicable.
Even Bird Grandpa and Essence Stone Grandpa struggled to maintain their composure.
This was no ordinary place. Each jar imprisoned a monstrous entity—unleashing them would spell catastrophe. Yet these two sought to break the seals for personal gain?
For selfish motives, they would release unspeakable evils, becoming historical villains who might destroy the Void God Realm itself!
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