Xiao Han didn't even draw his sword; with a mere thought, [Dark Realm Descent] was activated!
The area within a hundred meters instantly turned pitch black.
The demon wolves howled in terror in the darkness, ramming and crashing into each other.
Xiao Han, on the other hand, was like a king of the night, calmly moving through the wolf pack.
Each time the wind from the "Annihilation Divine Fist" swept across, several demon wolves were reduced to a cloud of blood mist.
After several exchanges, Xiao Han was well aware of his rapidly increasing strength.
He easily crushed ordinary mutated beasts.
A few more days passed.
Xiao Han finally reached the outer edge of the circular valley shown on the map.
He completely concealed his aura.
They lay hidden behind the ridge, completely silent.
Ahead, the entrance to the valley was blocked by a layer of light gray mist.
Divine senses cannot penetrate it.
Xiao Han's senses, however, detected several hidden yet powerful auras at the edge of the mist.
Some of them even possessed the cultivation level of the Early Stage of the Martial Grandmaster!
"They really set a trap, and it was quite a grand affair."
Xiao Han understood.
These people are clearly not after ordinary beasts.
Their target was mostly him, or something in the valley.
He immediately activated the [Eternal Night Void Emperor] (pseudo) Martial Soul.
The fluctuations in the surrounding space were crystal clear to him.
The "A Step to the Ends of the Earth" movement technique is displayed.
Xiao Han quietly bypassed several of the visible sentry posts.
He acted without making a sound.
Soon, a hidden pass appeared.
A patrol of Martial Artist appeared in front of him.
These people were dressed in matching dark gray outfits.
Their actions revealed a well-trained and fierce demeanor.
On their chests were embroidered the two hideous, blood-red characters "Soul Devourer"!
"Blood Fiend Hall! They're like a persistent ghost!"
Xiao Han's killing intent surged.
The Blood Fiend Hall not only did not give up, but instead sent even stronger forces.
There might even be Martial Grandmaster expert in charge.
His mind raced.
A cold glint flashed across his face.
Instead of waiting for them to come to you, take the initiative!
Let's find out more about these people first.
Let's find out what the cats are doing here.
Xiao Han moved almost imperceptibly.
He deliberately made some soft, rustling sounds on a rocky slope.
At the same time, the faint aura of the Fifth Level of the Martial Master Realm spread out.
"Who?!"
At the pass, a man wielding a long knife shouted a stern question.
This person's aura has reached the peak of the Martial Master Realm Ninth Level.
He was a minor leader of the Blood Fiend Hall.
The man had barely finished shouting when he abruptly turned his head toward the direction from which Xiao Han had made the noise.
"Gotcha! After you!"
The petty leader grinned maliciously, without the slightest hesitation.
He took the lead, followed closely by seven or eight Blood Fiend Hall assassins who pounced on him menacingly.
Xiao Han feigned panic and turned to run away.
He led the patrol towards a more complex area, filled with boulders and ravines.
Seeing that Xiao Han seemed to be struggling to run, the leader's smugness grew even stronger.
He urged his men, "Quickly! Encircle him! Don't let him escape!"
Just as the Blood Fiend Hall team was about to complete their encirclement and thought victory was assured.
Xiao Han, who was fleeing ahead, suddenly stopped.
He turned around, a mocking smile spreading across his face.
"Buzz--"
An invisible wave suddenly emanated from beneath Xiao Han's feet!
The prototype of the [Eternal Night Void Realm] suddenly unfolded!
The dense darkness instantly swallowed up the area within a hundred meters.
The viscous void energy intertwined, forcibly severing the connection between the Blood Fiend Hall team members!
Immediately following, [the Dark Realm Descent]!
"Oh! My eyes!"
"What the hell is going on?! What the hell is this place?!"
Screams and gasps filled the air.
Although these Blood Fiend Hall assassins are usually fierce, most of them are only at the Middle Stage of the Martial Master Realm.
How could they withstand Xiao Han's enraged, relentless attacks?
Xiao Han moved through the darkness.
With his [Illusion-Breaking Spirit Eyes], he could see the position and movements of every enemy perfectly.
The "A Step to the Ends of the Earth" footwork unfolds, with each flash of movement accompanied by the fierce punches of the "Annihilation Divine Fist" or the chilling sword light of the "Green Lotus Sword Song".
In just a dozen or so breaths.
This elite patrol team of the Blood Fiend Hall, led by Martial Master Realm Ninth Level, was annihilated by Xiao Han with swift and decisive methods.
Not a single survivor was left.
Xiao Han walked to the still-warm body of the minor leader.
The Soul-Searching Power of [Illusion-Breaking Spirit Eyes] is activated.
A jumble of chaotic fragments of memories flooded into his mind.
A moment later, Xiao Han's expression grew even colder.
"As expected, they came to hunt me and the Primordial Shadow Source Crystal! There's actually a Blood Fiend Hall protector stationed in this valley!"
The Blood Fiend Hall's protector's cultivation level is at least in the Middle-to-Late Stage of the Martial Grandmaster Realm!
The dangers within this circular valley far exceeded his expectations.
Xiao Han showed no sign of backing down; on the contrary, his competitive spirit was completely aroused.
The mysterious connection between the Primordial Shadow Source Crystal and the Eternal Night King Martial Soul, along with the guidance from the map fragments, convinced him that the opportunities hidden within the valley were extraordinary.
"Now that we're all this way, there's no reason for us to go back empty-handed."
Xiao Han changed his mind about forcing his way in.
He activated his newly acquired concealment techniques, using the subtle spatial manipulations of the [Eternal Night Void Emperor] (pseudo).
His figure gradually faded away, silently stealthily moving towards the core of the Blood Fiend Hall's encirclement.
The closer you get to the valley, the more bizarre the energy fluctuations in the air become.
Xiao Han carefully parted the last layer of dense vines and crept to the edge of the circular valley cliff.
The scene before him sent a jolt through him.
At the bottom of the valley, a vast open space suddenly appeared.
In the center of the open space, a dark stone platform stands majestically, ancient and marked by the passage of time.
A crystal the size of a head hangs on the stone platform.
That crystal, blood red, was eerily unsettling!
"Bang! Bang!"
The crystal pulsated rhythmically, and with each pulsation, it emitted a terrifying energy surge.
This power directly activated the Eternal Night King Martial Soul within Xiao Han's body, and the Martial Soul unexpectedly conveyed an almost greedy desire!
"Great stuff!" Xiao Han's heart burned with excitement.
He was just about to activate [Illusion-Breaking Spirit Eyes] to investigate the origins of the blood-red crystal.
A sudden change has occurred!
"You scoundrel! Get out here and become this protector!"
A furious roar, imbued with powerful divine consciousness, exploded from the depths of the valley, the sound waves rolling and making the entire valley hum!
Xiao Han froze.
A terrifying killing intent, chilling to the bone, instantly locked onto him!
That oppressive aura was so heavy it almost solidified the air, making people feel suffocated in their chests!
Before the howl had even faded, dozens of blood-red figures suddenly shot out from various hidden corners within the valley!
Shadows moved about, blades gleamed coldly, and sword energy crisscrossed!
These Blood Fiend Hall lackeys worked in perfect coordination, instantly weaving a killing net that rushed towards Xiao Han's hiding place from all directions!
A chilling killing intent surged straight to the heavens!
"Oh."
Faced with this seemingly hopeless situation, Xiao Han showed none of the panic that everyone had expected. Instead, a very soft, sarcastic laugh escaped his throat, carrying a profound meaning.
He didn't back down.
There's no way they're off.
Instead, Xiao Han calmly and slowly emerged from the shadows beside the cliff.
And just like that, he casually exposed himself completely to the attack range of all the Blood Fiend Hall assassins!