Appreciation

As Li Hao made his leap, his ranking jumped dramatically, from outside the top 30 to 17th!

Such a leap forward could not have been achieved by simply waiting for time in the Tenth Desolate Domain. The elders of the various sects outside were no ordinary people, and they were immediately astonished by this scene.

"That guy with serial number 996 must have broken through the Tenth Desolate Domain!"

"Such an improvement must be a breakthrough to the next realm. Just which sect's disciple is this?"

The members of the Star Palace, the Ten Thousand Mountains Sword Pavilion, and several others from the Heaven One Sect exchanged glances, their eyes filled with seriousness.

Li Tiemu, however, stood there dumbfounded.

He forgot to swallow the strong liquor he had in his mouth; it dripped down his stubble like saliva, wetting his clothes.

But he was completely unaware.

Others might not know, but he did—it was Li Hao's serial number!

That kid, that kid—he broke through the Tenth Desolate Domain...

Li Tiemu was shocked. The eleventh and Tenth Desolate Domain Desolate Region were vastly different, representing the difference between the True Immortal Realm and the Immortal Lord Realm. That kid was actually able to break through the barrier; his strength far surpassed that of someone who could defeat the Ancestral Dragon.

Hearing the surrounding chatter, he suddenly snapped out of his daze, broke out in a cold sweat, and quickly composed himself to avoid arousing suspicion.

This kid, this brat! Li Tiemu was both surprised and delighted. From Emperor Sword Mountain until now, Li Hao had given him one surprise after another, and here he was finally revealing his true trump card.

"This kid, he even kept it from me, he doesn't have any Bloodline, how did he manage that?"

While Li Tiemu was pleasantly surprised, he couldn't help but feel a little astonished.

His gaze swept over the numbers of Yue Xi, Murong Qingwu, and Gu Yan.

However, they saw that Murong Qingwu was ranked the highest, already over three thousandth, while Murong Qingwu and Gu Yan were ranked around three thousand five hundredth.

At this moment, the other Prodigy from various sects were also exerting their strength. This ranking was already quite remarkable, and it could be seen from the ranking that...

The Desolate Region they were in was probably the Ninth Desolate Domain.

"I never expected this kid to be the most ruthless character. Could it be true, as the Abyss Master said, that someone's comprehension is high enough to surpass the foundation of ancient lineages like the Emperor Vein and the Ancient Immortal Descendant?"

Li Tiemu Dark Dao to himself, his eyes darting around, his fingers involuntarily clenching, his heart filled with nothing but surprise and excitement.

I feel like I've found a treasure.

Li Hao's promotion drew the attention of various sects, sparking much discussion.

High in the Cloudmist, Chu Xiangtian and the others stared intently. They hadn't paid attention to this number before and didn't know which sect the disciple belonged to.

But to reach this ranking, surpassing many of their younger brothers and sisters, is enough to show how formidable they are.

"It seems there are still hidden talents among these Sect."

"Those guys are arrogant and complacent all day long. It's time to let them know that the Prodigy in these Sect are no less than them."

"That Boya Xuejian has already reached seventh place. He should be considered the strongest Prodigy among these Sect."

"Boya Xuejian, this person doesn't seem to have joined the ranks of the demons yet. It seems he plans to make a name for himself in the Southern Region before waiting for the right offer."

"Ha, perhaps their heart isn't set on our Immortal Dynasty, but rather on that Heavenly Palace."

"I've heard it's a Chaos Dao Vein, Snow Spirit born from Chaos, with unfathomable control over Water Origin!"

They whispered among themselves; some sneered, others frowned.

Deep in the Desolate Region, on a secluded hill.

The White-Haired Elder and the Golden Armor general both showed surprise in their eyes. They did not expect that the little guy could actually break through the Mist Wall. This was not just courage, but a breakthrough power that surpassed the True Immortal Realm Tenth Layer Perfection!

"His control over that Immortal Power was truly extraordinary—"

The middle-aged man in Golden Armor also recognized the power of the young man's sword strike, and a hint of appreciation appeared in his golden, candle-like eyes.

The White-Haired Elder frowned slightly, staring intently into space.

"But the Eleventh Desolate Domain is his limit."

The middle-aged man in Golden Armor saw the young man standing in the eleventh Desolate Region, turned to the White-Haired Elder, and chuckled, "Old Yuan,"

How long do you think he can hold on?

Old Yuan, with his white hair and white robe, snapped out of his reverie, glanced at the scene briefly, and then said softly, "At least the price of one incense stick's worth!"

The middle-aged man in Golden Armor was stunned, then burst into laughter. "You're exaggerating. Although I also think highly of him, the Great Dao Origin in the Eleventh Desolate Region already contains the power of the Immortal Dao, its power has increased more than tenfold."

"Shall we take a gamble?"

Old Yuan looked at him calmly.

The middle-aged man in Golden Armor grinned slightly, revealing a domineering smile, and said, "I bet he won't last half an incense stick!"

Old Yuan's lips curled slightly as he said, "If you lose, you are not allowed to interfere in the affairs of the Demon Subduing Division. Furthermore, this young man will belong to our State Supervisory Academy."

Jin Shen, the middle-aged man, raised an eyebrow but showed no sign of backing down. "Fine, if you lose, this boy is mine. As for the Demon Subduing Division, you are not allowed to interfere with my actions!"

Old Yuan couldn't help but burst into laughter. He never expected that the matter he was worried about, which he hadn't been able to resolve in the previous two games of chess, would be settled because of this young man.

He had great confidence in the boy because he had already discerned some of the boy's background, and the boy had not yet revealed the power of the Immortal Seal.

To obtain such an Immortal Method, there must be trials involved; that young man must at least possess the Three Flowers Immortal Seal!

Thinking of this, he laughed even more heartily.

Hearing his loud laughter, the middle-aged man in Golden Armor frowned slightly, vaguely feeling that he might have overlooked something, but he didn't believe that his eyesight was inferior to Old Yuan's.

"Kid, that's enough."

He looked into the distance, his eyes fixed, and for the first time, his expression became serious.

Many matters concerning the Demon Subduing Division, the most powerful institution in the Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty, were discussed and laughed as they placed their bets on a young man thousands of miles away.

And in the eleven Desolate Region.

After passing through the Mist Wall, Li Hao immediately felt the oppressive atmosphere.

If before it was like being in a swamp, now it's like being in mud; even moving is difficult, and raising an arm feels like wielding immense force.

At the same time, Thunderfire and fire roared before their eyes, the Void tore apart, and dark cracks appeared, indistinguishable as either lightning or spatial fissures.

"This is the Eleventh Desolate Region?"

Li Hao glanced around, his expression grave, sensing genuine danger in this place.

If he wants to stay here for an extended period, he may need to use the power of the Nine Flowers Immortal Seal.

Hey!

Suddenly, the Void distorted slightly, and then a golden, flaming spear shot out from within.

The sharp spear whistled towards Li Hao, arriving in an instant.

Li Hao's pupils contracted slightly, but as Spatial Origin Fourth Level, he sensed something condensing in that distorted Void the instant it appeared, and had already dodged in advance.

His figure blurred as the spear whizzed past him, the intense heat of the flames brushing against his cheek. Missing its mark, it pierced through to the distance, disappearing into a black crack.

"Really dangerous"

Li Hao glanced around and realized that if he had been hit just now, even his Ancestral Immortal Body would have been severely injured, or even killed.

Fortunately, his Space Origin has reached the Fourth Layer, so even in these eleven Desolate Region, he can still cope with the strange and unpredictable space. However, it is still under Li Hao's control and understanding. If he were to climb two or three more Desolate Region, Li Hao felt that he might die as soon as he stepped into them!

"That prince said that breaking through the Tenth Desolate Domain would grant me the qualification to participate in the battle, and I should be qualified now."

Li Hao's eyes flashed. He glanced around and vaguely sensed that the Great Dao Origin was converging and condensing in three places of Void.

A thunderous attack was about to strike, and Li Hao didn't want to stay any longer.

Although he unleashed the Nine Flowers Immortal Seal, he was able to persist here because he still had the power of the Time Origin that he hadn't used, which was even more terrifying than the Space Origin.

Although they haven't grasped the Fourth Layer, it's still not to be underestimated.

However, continuing to persist will only result in ranking a little higher.

Since we've already qualified, there's no point in staying here any longer.

Whoosh!

Li Hao turned around, his uncontained Extreme Realm Power condensing once more. He suddenly cleaved through the previously healed Mist Wall with a single sword strike.

Upon seeing Li Hao's actions, the white-bearded old man deep in the Desolate Region, whose smile had been on his face, Solidification instantly, and then his eyes widened.

In contrast, the middle-aged man in Golden Armor beside him paused for a moment, then burst into laughter, clapping repeatedly in a show of understanding.

The middle-aged man in Golden Armor was too lazy to Chess anymore. He threw down his pieces, got up, and stood at the edge of the hill, gazing into the distance.

Whoosh!

Li Hao cleaved through the Mist Wall and passed right through it, quickly returning to the Tenth Desolate Domain.

But despite his return, his ranking on the Black Immortal Stele did not drop.

Li Hao took out his identity number and poured his Immortal Power into it. Instantly, a majestic Immortal Power Law Descent around him, forcibly breaking through the chaotic Great Dao Origin and enveloping Li Hao's body.

But before this Immortal Power could help Li Hao leave, suddenly, from the depths of the Desolate Region, a profound and boundless Immortal Power, seemingly comparable to Heaven and Earth, swept over and enveloped the Immortal Power that had been surrounding Li Hao.

Li Hao sensed these two forces and was somewhat puzzled, but the next moment, the Void in front of him distorted, and when it returned to normal in the blink of an eye, he found himself standing on a hill.

The Immortal Power that had enveloped him had disappeared, but there were two Abyss- like Aura before him. Although they were extremely restrained, they made Li Hao feel a sense of dread, as if he were standing next to Old Wang.

Li Hao looked Past and saw an elderly man with flowing white hair Dao Bone, and a middle-aged man wearing Golden Armor and exuding a domineering and menacing Sha Qi.

Next, Li Hao's light landed on the Go Board in the center of their room, where a game of chess was in its final stages and was not yet finished.

Seeing that the boy's gaze was not intimidated by him, the Golden Armor middle-aged man showed a hint of satisfaction. He had directly intervened earlier, blocking the power of the Immortal Stele and guiding the boy to his side.

"Juvenile."

He spoke, his voice deep and resonant, carrying the Sha Qi of countless corpses piled up, though his tone was calm.

Yet there was a chilling Aura about it that sent shivers down your spine.

Li Hao came to his senses and immediately realized that the two people in front of him were extremely powerful experts, at the same level as Old Wang.

He dared not be negligent, and immediately clasped his hands in greeting and bowed, saying, "Greetings, seniors. May I ask who you two are?"

"You've done quite well to set foot in the eleventh level of the Desolate Region."

The middle-aged man in Golden Armor remained calm, with only a hint of a smile in his eyes. He said, "I am the Grand Marshal Who Pacifies the Nation of the Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty, and also the Commander-in-Chief of the Chu Immortal Army. Are you willing to join my ranks, follow me in my campaigns to the south and north, establish illustrious Immortal Merit, and leave your name for eternity!"

Li Hao's pupils contracted slightly, and he seemed somewhat relieved.

Before me, it was actually the Marshal of the Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty?

This was a figure of immense power, commanding hundreds of millions of immortal troops. With a single command, even the Heaven One Immortal Sect would yield and dare not obstruct him.

"With your talent and temperament, within a thousand years, I will surely make you famous throughout Yan-Chu, and make you Immortal General of my Great Yan-Chu!"

The middle-aged man in Golden Armor was decisive and efficient, passing on his Xu Nuo to the young man.

Li Hao snapped out of his daze and immediately realized that this was a fortuitous opportunity.

Only·-·

He asked, "What do I need to do?"

"It's very simple: cultivate, join the army, and conquer the four directions with me. I will send one of my fierce generals to train you from the lowest ranks. Once you are used to and adapted to the battlefield and have established your Immortal Merit, I will promote you step by step!"

The middle-aged man in Golden Armor had a sharp gaze and spoke with an air of authority, saying, "Don't worry, you are someone I want to cultivate."

As long as you don't act recklessly and follow the proper Immortal Merit, there are plenty of immortal skills waiting for you. Once you become Immortal General of Yan-Chu, and come to visit me on the mountain, regardless of your cultivation level, the Sect Master of the Heaven One Sect will personally greet you!

His words were domineering, but they were also true.

Although those Sect were powerful, compared to the entire Yan-Chu Ancient Immortal Dynasty, they were still like a tree trying to shake it, and could not match it.

Upon hearing these words, the nascent flame in Li Hao's heart was extinguished.

Spiritual practice and military service were neither things he desired.

Besides, a thousand years... that's too long.

He did it his way, and a thousand years from now, his achievements may not be inferior.

Li Hao shook his head and said, "Thank you for your kindness, Marshal, but my strength is too weak. I still want to rely on my own slow and steady cultivation."

To avoid implicating the army.

1

His attitude was sincere, neither humble nor arrogant.

Upon seeing this, Shangguan Hong, clad in Golden Armor, was stunned. He could tell that this was not humility or a way of declining, but rather the young man's polite refusal.

Even the elders of those great sects would be envious of the conditions he offered. It was rare for him to be moved, and he liked this young man so much, yet the other party actually politely declined!

Beside him, Yuan Xinggang also looked surprised, not expecting Li Hao to refuse such a temptation.

He glanced sideways at Shangguan Hong's slightly darkened face and couldn't help but chuckle to himself; this was no wonder he couldn't be blamed.

"Young man, since you are unwilling to engage in fighting and killing, why not come to our State Supervisory Academy and become my disciple? I will personally teach you, and if you can surpass my other disciples when I retire in the future, you may have the opportunity to become the State Teacher of our Great Yan-Chu!"

Yuan Xinggang said with a smile.

Upon hearing his words, Shangguan Hong immediately sobered up, her expression changed, and she glared at him angrily.

Yuan Xinggang met his gaze calmly and transmitted his voice, saying, "They've already politely declined, so you can't blame me."

Shangguan Hong sneered and said to Li Hao, "Young man, do you know what kind of opportunity you're rejecting?"

Even if you become famous in the Southern Region Assembly Battle, so what? At most, it will only bring fame to your Sect. If you join my Mo Xia, once the news spreads, who will dare to touch your Master's Sect? Even if you leave your Master's Sect, your remaining influence will still benefit them."

Li Hao felt somewhat helpless; this opportunity was indeed rare, and he regretted giving it up.

"If I were to join your ranks, senior, and cultivate on my own, that would be acceptable," Li Hao said.

Shangguan Hong was stunned, and couldn't help but stare wide-eyed.

Is this a sign of disdain for his teaching?

Compared to becoming a general, the most important advantage of worshipping him is that you can stay by his side.

Learn the skills to conquer all the races and Myriad Races of All Heavens.

"Hmph, countless people want to follow me, but you, you can't even seize such a golden opportunity."

Anger flashed in Shangguan Hong's eyes.

Yuan Xinggang smiled and waved his hand, looking at Li Hao expectantly, and said, "Young man, if you wish to cultivate on your own, you can join our State Supervisory Academy. I guarantee I will not interfere with you. However, until you have completed your cultivation, I will not announce your identity to the public. What do you think?"

Hearing his words, Shangguan Hong looked at him in surprise. Although this young man was extremely Heavenly Talent and made Shangguan Hong feel sorry for him, he was not so humble.

He stared intently at Yuan Xinggang, knowing that this old fellow's temperament was no less than his own, and there must be some reason behind it.

Li Hao was taken aback by the White-Haired Elder's words, and quickly replied, "Thank you, senior. I am willing."

Seeing Li Hao agree, Shangguan Hong's expression changed slightly. Although he was somewhat angry with Li Hao, the thought that the young man had just helped him win the bet softened his expression a little, and he said:

"Since you have this idea, I can Xu Nuo you that here is a Chu King Token, which can be used in times of crisis..."

With this decree, you can mobilize the Tiger Lion Immortal Army across the land. Furthermore, I will recruit you into the Chu Immortal Army, granting you the title of Ten Men Commander and a salary of immortality. I will give you a hundred years; by then, the Southern Region Assembly Battle will have long ended. You can then decide whether you truly wish to join!

As he spoke, he tossed out a golden, shimmering celestial token, which landed in Li Hao's hand.

Li Hao quickly took it; it was icy cold to the touch. The golden light on the immortal token faded, revealing an ancient character for Chu.

Li Hao was somewhat flattered, not expecting that these two powerful figures would value him so much.

He quickly bowed and said, "Thank you for your appreciation, seniors. I will definitely consider it carefully."

What is your name?

Yuan Xinggang said with a smile.

"Haotian."

Haotian- ·

Shangguan Hong nodded and said, "A good name. I don't think I've heard of Lineage with the surname Hao before. Are you from another region?"

Li Hao pondered how to answer.

Seeing Li Hao's hesitant expression, Shangguan Hong waved her hand and said, "It's alright. A hero's origins don't matter. I value you, but only you as a person. Kid, go back and think it over carefully. Don't miss this opportunity."

Li Hao breathed a sigh of relief, feeling a surge of goodwill towards him, and bowed again, saying, "Thank you."

"Go."

Shangguan Hong waved her hand gently, and a powerful force sent Li Hao away.

After Li Hao's figure disappeared across the Desolate Region, Yuan Xinggang turned to look at Shangguan Hong and chuckled:

"You're actually willing to Xu Nuo such a huge benefit! You've even given the Chu King Token. Those princes, unless they're the most favored, might not even have received such a decree!"

"Hmph, Old Yuan, what are you really up to? This kid may be Heavenly Talent, but you're willing to back down with his attitude. You even bet he could last an incense stick's time. I'd like to know, what exactly do you see in him?"

Shangguan Hong asked with a cold snort.

Yuan Xinggang was taken aback, then couldn't help but chuckle, not expecting that the other party was so willing to place such a bet because of him.

He shifted his gaze slightly and chuckled, "If you can promise not to harm the innocent when you eliminate the parasites within the Demon Subduing Division, I'll tell you."

Shangguan Hong raised an eyebrow, thought for a moment, and said, "Okay, I agree."

He knew that this was the reason why Lao Yuan had been worried, and he was just using the young man to make a concession to him.

Seeing that he readily agreed, Yuan Xinggang smiled, but recalling certain past events, a hint of vicissitude and sigh appeared in his eyes as he said:

"I see echoes of old friends in that young man. If I'm not mistaken, he may have received some kind of inheritance that's more powerful than either of us."

"Since this beautiful flower already has an owner, I will offer it fertile soil and water it for my deceased friend; perhaps it will bloom into a very beautiful flower."

Is Shangguan Hong's lineage even more impressive than theirs?

Thinking of the boy's appearance just now, his eyes flickered, and he immediately felt that what Old Yuan said was probably true.

What kind of inheritance is that?

He asked.

Yuan Xinggang glanced at him, and after a long while, he softly uttered a few words:

"The Era of Emperor's Fall Inheritance"

Shangguan Hong's eyes narrowed, and she turned to look at the spatial trajectory of the departing boy, falling into silence.

Whoosh!

At the same time, Li Hao appeared in the Square in front of the Black Immortal Stele.

Besides him, other people were also teleported out one after another.

Despite this, Li Hao's appearance still drew many gazes, with expressions of surprise in their eyes.