Defeating Everyone in the Same Realm

"Haotian the Painter, have the letters you've sent to the Su Clan been intercepted these past few years? Why are you unwilling to see me?"

Instead of catching up with Su Muqing and the others, Jiang Huanhuan tiptoed to Li Hao, brought her delicate and lively face close to him, and looked up to ask Li Hao a question.

The girl's natural fragrance, along with her sweet breath, wafted towards us.

Before Li Hao could respond, Su Muqing's expression turned cold, and she said:

"My Su Clan would never do such a thing! I'd love for him to leave so he wouldn't be an eyesore in our Su Clan!"

"Muqing."

Su Wanqing's expression changed slightly, and she tugged at Su Muqing. After all, there were many Heavenly Prodigy, and such harsh words would make Li Hao too embarrassed.

Lin Jinrou and Jiang Huanhuan both glanced at Li Hao with slightly changed expressions, but saw that Li Hao showed no Anger.

"I've been busy these past few years and haven't been able to get away. I'm sorry."

Li Hao spoke to Jiang Huanhuan, ignoring Su Muqing's words.

Seeing Li Hao's reaction, Jiang Huanhuan's eyes showed a hint of disappointment. She said, "It's a pity that Haotian the Painter is putting himself through such hardship. Wanqing told me that you only have a short Soul Lifespan of a hundred years. Why don't you come to my Jiang Family? I will definitely recommend you to my father and let you receive the best Cultivation Resources in my Jiang Family. What do you say?"

Upon hearing Jiang Huanhuan's words, the expressions of the people around her changed slightly, not expecting Jiang Huanhuan to Xu Nuo Li Hao such a great benefit.

For a moment, everyone's eyes fell on Li Hao. If he were to receive the Jiang Family's top-tier resources for cultivation, even a Heavenly Prodigy could step into the ranks of the elite.

Su Muqing raised an eyebrow, secretly relieved, but then felt a surge of anger. She glared coldly at Li Hao.

Li Hao remained calm, cupped his hands, and said, "I appreciate Miss Jiang's kindness, but I'm here solely for her."

As he spoke, he looked at Su Muqing.

Upon hearing this, everyone was stunned and somewhat surprised.

Su Muqing was also taken aback, clearly not expecting Li Hao to refuse so decisively. Although the Jiang Family was slightly inferior to the Su Clan, the difference was not significant. If she were to receive core training from the Jiang Family, she would surely achieve great things in the Future.

"Haotian the Painter, as far as I know, Muqing is Betrothal to my clan. Your relentless pursuit will likely end in vain. Perhaps you would be better off..."

Beside her, Lin Jinrou gazed at Li Hao and spoke softly.

Jiang Huanhuan was also stunned, not expecting that Li Hao would refuse her invitation so quickly, even though she had gritted her teeth and made the decision on her own.

If she were to extend this invitation to all the Heavenly Prodigy present, the scene would likely erupt in a frenzy, with everyone vying for the opportunity.

Su Wanqing looked at Li Hao deeply and couldn't help but sigh, gaining a new appreciation for Li Hao's persistence.

Su Wanxue looked at Li Hao thoughtfully, without saying a word.

"It doesn't matter. In my life, I have only acted according to my conscience, regardless of the outcome."

Li Hao said to Lin Jinrou.

Lin Jinrou glanced at Li Hao, then remained silent. She suddenly realized that this young man's pursuit seemed unlike any of Su Muqing's previous suitors. Could true love truly exist in this world? Could it transcend cultivation and even immortality?

You must know that with such cultivation from the Jiang Family, the Immortal Road is bound to be smooth and the future bright. Why would one worry about not having dao companion?

"Hmph, you think your words can sway me? Wishful thinking!"

Su Muqing suddenly sneered and said, "Before Huanhuan changes her mind, I advise you to agree. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime fortuitous opportunity."

Jiang Huanhuan quickly said, "Yes, Haotian the Painter, Muqing has already said so. There's no way she'll accept you. She has that Emperor Son of the Lin Clan, who is unmatched in the world. You have no chance."

Li Hao shook his head slightly, offering no further explanation.

Seeing Li Hao's persistence, Jiang Huanhuan felt disappointed. The other Jiang Family Heavenly Prodigy her gave Li Hao strange looks. When Jiang Huanhuan made her Xu Nuo, they were sweating bullets. If they really recruited this unknown guy, wouldn't it be a waste of a lot of resources?

They were surprised that the other party dared to refuse; how could someone resist such temptation? Was this person out of their mind?

Let's go.

Su Wanqing sighed.

Jiang Huanhuan and Lin Jinrou said no more, and their eyes showed more disappointment as they looked at Li Hao.

As the Three Great Families of Gusu Emperor Star, the Jiang Family, the Lin Clan, and the Su Clan were all placed in the location closest to the Sword Pool.

At Su Wanqing's instruction, a Meditation Cushion was also added for Li Hao.

As soon as Li Hao sat down, he felt a fierce Sword Intent rushing towards him from the Sword Pool in front of him. It was like a raging torrent containing hundreds of layers of Dao Resonance. These Dao Resonance not only had the Water Dao Origin, but also the sharpness of the Golden Dao Source, the explosiveness of the Fire Dao Origin, and even the Formless flow of the Time Origin.

After everyone took their seats, more and more Heavenly Prodigy masters from the Aristocratic Clan sped in from outside Sword God Peak.

Some arrived riding colorful fans, some Heir Descent in Nine Dragons-Pulled Carriage, and some Fairy descended on seven-colored Immortal Clouds. All of them displayed extraordinary bearing, standing out from the crowd, like dragons and phoenixes among men, geniuses that are rare to find even once in a thousand years.

As more and more people arrived, the noise level rose, and the Su Clan, Jiang Family, and Lin Clan naturally became the focus of everyone's attention.

Not long after, Five Daos whooshing sounds came rushing in.

Su Wanqing looked up, immediately stood up, and said, "Older Brother Su Qiyu."

The young man at the head of the group was tall and slender with an exceptionally handsome face. He was adorned with Immortal Treasure, including Nine Immortal Jewel Pearls on his belt.

Each of these immortal beads can withstand a full-force killing move from the Peak Immortal Lord Realm once, without needing to be activated.

Su Wanxue and Su Muqing also stood up to greet him.

Su Qiyu glanced at the three women, his gaze immediately landing on Li Hao beside him. A look of surprise crossed his eyes as he said:

Who is this?

Su Muqing's expression turned slightly unpleasant. She said, "Just an idle person. No need to pay him any mind."

"Could he be the guy everyone's been talking about, the one trying to woo Sister Muqing?"

Among the four members of the Su Clan standing behind Su Qiyu, one of them asked curiously.

Upon hearing this, the other three looked enlightened, and their gazes towards Li Hao immediately turned unfriendly, carrying a hint of contempt.

Su Qiyu had been in Seclusion these past few days trying to break through to the Immortal King Realm, asked in confusion, "Pursuing Muqing?"

He was surprised and astonished. Did the Gusu Emperor Star still have such a daring, fearless individual?

Moreover, it's even stranger that the other party was able to sit next to Su Muqing and the others without being killed on the spot.

Worried that Li Hao would be embarrassed, Su Wanqing quickly relayed the matter to Su Qiyu via telepathy, informing him of the Betrothal Document and her father's order.

Su Qiyu was stunned, then suddenly realized something. When he heard Su Wanqing mention that Li Hao only had a hundred years of Soul Lifespan, his eyes narrowed slightly, and he couldn't help but stare at Li Hao.

"Really?"

Su Qiyu asked telepathically.

Su Wanqing nodded.

Su Qiyu stared intently at Li Hao, and upon hearing the mocking voices of the people behind him, immediately raised his hand to stop them from speaking.

He understood that his father was so lenient because the other party had Emperor Lord backing them up. Otherwise, how could his father have backed down over a mere Betrothal Document, even at the risk of offending the Lin Clan?

With the Demon Race now eyeing them covetously and the Frontier under immense pressure, the Human Race in the Northern Region cannot afford internal strife!

"Everyone, calm down. Since this concerns Sister Muqing, I'm sure Muqing 'll know what's best for her."

Su Qiyu said something, and then led the others to sit down to the side.

The four were somewhat puzzled, wondering why Brother Qiyu was protecting this young man. But as scions of powerful clans, they all had their own thoughts, so they quickly stopped talking and began to speculate about Li Hao's background and identity.

After they were seated, other Aristocratic Clan' Heavenly Prodigy soon came to visit, exchanging simple pleasantries and getting acquainted with them.

Winning the Sword Pool Victory is not only an opportunity for the prodigies Heavenly Prodigy various Aristocratic Clan to make a name for themselves, but also an opportunity to establish connections with the Three Great Families.

The talented individuals from various Heavenly Prodigy Aristocratic Clan moved about, greeting the Heavenly Prodigy of the Three Great Families and exchanging pleasantries with other Aristocratic Clan they were on good terms with. They formed partnerships, helping each other gain a foothold in their respective Lineage, thus achieving mutual benefit.

As the noise grew louder, several figures rushed over.

The leader was a White-Haired Elder and a youthful face. He looked kind and gentle, and although he didn't exude any Aura, his eyes were captivating and made people afraid to look directly at him.

"Immortal King Tan has arrived."

Someone Whispers something, and the room quickly quieted down. The Heavenly Prodigy from prominent Aristocratic Clan who had been moving around, exchanging pleasantries, also quickly returned to their places.

"My Heir, young lady, the Immortal Osmanthus are in full bloom again this year."

The old man smiled and said, "This time, not only will the Divine Spring Golden Osmanthus bloom with fourteen blossoms, Ten-Thousand-Year Immortal Charm Purple Osmanthus to bloom, will also blossom today. I have calculated the blooming period, and today we are holding the Sword Pool Victory Martial Arts Competition. The Immortal Osmanthus is limited, so let's see who can win the first prize based on their own abilities!"

Upon hearing his words, everyone turned to look at the six Immortal Charm Purple Osmanthus on the highest branch, their eyes shining.

"As you all already know, in Sparring among those of similar skill level, the one who wins five matches will have a chance to pluck the Flowing Frost Silver Osmanthus, and the one who wins ten matches will have a chance to pluck the Divine Spring Golden Osmanthus!"

Immortal King Tan, "If one can Peerless in the Same Realm, never having suffered a defeat, and if no one dares to challenge him again, then one will have the opportunity to pluck the Immortal Charm Purple Osmanthus."

Upon hearing this, everyone was in an uproar. To defeat someone of the same realm was simply too difficult.

"If there are fewer participants of the same realm, and the winner is chosen out of thin air, then the battle against my immortal Immortal Puppet will bring the total to ten wins, which will also count as a victory."

"That's what the Immortal King Tan said."

Everyone was aware of this, but the difficulty of picking the Immortal Charm Purple Osmanthus was beyond imagination.

"To defeat everyone of the same realm, that's just too difficult."

"I never expected such a rule. Is Immortal King Tan preferring that the Immortal Charm Purple Osmanthus wither rather than let me wait for it? However, this makes the item even rarer, a rarity in the world. Although it can only be preserved for ten years, it only highlights its preciousness!"

Everyone started discussing it, their eyes shining. However, they were self-aware and glanced at the Su, Lin, and Jiang families. Only the Heavenly Prodigy of these three families could probably defeat their own kind.

"That's so difficult."

Su Wanqing and Su Wanxue both frowned. In this situation, they dared not say they were completely confident, after all, the Lin Clan and the Jiang Family were also present.

"It seems this is going to be a head-on confrontation. Sister Su Clan, I hope you'll show some leniency then."

Lin Jinrou.

Su Wanxue calmly said, "I also greatly admire that Immortal Charm Purple Osmanthus."

Su Wanqing pursed her lips slightly, and although she didn't speak, what woman wouldn't like it?

Su Muqing remained silent, her calm gaze revealing confidence. As the Su Clan's True Phoenix, she was at the Sixth Layer of Immortal Lord Realm, and she was certain that she had never encountered an opponent at this level.

Hearing the noisy discussions at the scene, Li Hao couldn't help but feel curious. Although he could tell that the Immortal Osmanthus by the waterfall was a spiritual object, he couldn't see how extraordinary it was. He couldn't help but ask Su Wanqing beside him:

"Is this Immortal Osmanthus a rare and precious medicine? What are its effects?"

Su Wanqing shook her head slightly and said, "It's just a rare fairy flower. As for its effects... it doesn't really have any. It's not the kind of powerful medicine you're thinking of."

Li Hao asked in confusion, "Then why are we fighting over it?"

"Because it looks good."

Su Wanqing said softly, "It's beautiful, rare, and difficult to obtain, which is why everyone is vying for it. I heard it was initially just a prize for an Aristocratic Clan exchange, but it gradually evolved into a symbol of nobility and Heavenly Prodigy. If it were just Divine Medicine or lingzhi, such mundane items, we wouldn't be here competing for them. We could simply give the order, and our Lineage would prepare them themselves."

Upon hearing this, Li Hao suddenly realized that emotions were a product of marketing, imbued with the meanings of "Heavenly Prodigy" and "precious," which is why they were so sought after.

"Moreover, this Immortal Osmanthus only lasts for ten years before withering. It's so rare, who wouldn't love it?"

Su Wanqing said.

Li Hao nodded.

At this moment, after Immortal King Tan finished announcing the rules, he raised his hand and erected a Battle Stage in front of the Sword Pool, setting up Sealing Array Barrier.

Then, the various Aristocratic Clan were allowed to freely take the stage to challenge and perform.

This was both a contest among the Heavenly Prodigy and a leisurely spectacle, with many Immortal Attendant passing by, bringing Immortal Fruits and Nectar to eat and drink, creating a rather relaxed atmosphere.

The Su, Jiang, and Lin families did not take any action. On the Battle Stage, the other Aristocratic Clan' Heavenly Prodigy took turns stepping up, issuing challenges, and clashing with their Immortal Arts.

The Three Great Families, along with other aristocratic Aristocratic Clan slightly inferior to the Three Great Families, chose to observe first, remaining calm and composed, and not rushing to show off, giving the other Aristocratic Clan some opportunities to demonstrate their abilities.

As a large Lineage, it naturally possesses the grandeur of a large Lineage.

"Lin Jinrou, why didn't your Older Brother come?"

Jiang Huanhuan sat on the right side of the Su Clan and asked Lin Jinrou was on the left side of the Su Clan.

Lin Jinrou took a sip of the fine wine and said calmly, "If my Older Brother were here, would there be any need for anyone else to compete at this Sword Pool Gathering? I'm afraid all eyes would be on him."

Jiang Huanhuan slightly pursed her lips, but she had to admit that if that Lin Clan's True Dragon were to arrive, the scene would definitely be a huge uproar, and everyone would crowd around.

Hearing their conversation, Su Wanqing glanced at Li Hao. Seeing that Li Hao seemed oblivious, she felt relieved, but then sighed inwardly.

Time passed slowly, and the immortal fruits were served one after another. Li Hao silently tasted them, while the others around him whispered among themselves. Apart from occasionally asking Su Wanqing about some things, he just poured himself a drink. His gaze mostly lingered on Su Muqing beside him, and his mind couldn't help but recall the various times he had met that girl in the past.

In that remote town on the other side of the Mortal World, at that Tea Stall...

After a long while, a burst of enthusiastic cheers interrupted Li Hao's thoughts.

"Wow, Bai Mochen from the Bai Family has improved so much! He's at the third level of the Third Level of Immortal Lord Realm, winning ten out of thirteen battles! He's incredibly strong!"

"Of the fourteen Divine Spring Golden Osmanthus, one is missing."

"It seems that, besides the Four Little Phoenixes, Bai Mochen will soon follow suit and join the ranks of top Heavenly Prodigy."

The crowd was buzzing with discussion.

On the Battle Stage, a graceful young man sheathed his sword, slowly walked down the Battle Stage, returned to his Lineage, and sat down next to a sweet-smiling girl.

The girl hurriedly inquired about the injury, her eyes filled with concern, but the young man simply smiled indifferently and said, "As long as you like it, that's fine. I'll pick it off later, and I want everyone to know that my sister will have what others have!"

The girl's eyes were filled with emotion.

Li Hao understood that the men who came here, besides competing with their own clansmen, were also there to win trophies for their Sisters or for someone they admired.

"The Bai Family has gradually begun to show its strength in recent years."

Su Wanxue glanced at it and said calmly.

Su Wanqing nodded, then turned her gaze to Li Hao beside her and said, "Haotian, why don't you go up on stage and give it a try? With your strength, you have a great chance of winning ten victories, and you might even win a Divine Spring Golden Osmanthus!"

Upon hearing her words, Su Qiyu and the others couldn't help but look at Li Hao, surprise appearing in their eyes.