"Looks like I'll have to outsmart it!"
Li Jiutian's expression turned cold. Then he hurled the God-Slaying Hammer outside!
"Bang!"
The God-Slaying Hammer knocked down every tree around the Asura Guard, then flew back into Li Jiutian's hand.
As dozens of massive trees came crashing toward it, it merely gave a light swipe with its claws. The trees instantly split into three pieces apiece!
"Now!"
"I wonder if you can withstand this strike!"
Li Jiutian said coldly. The God-Slaying Hammer in his hand grew to five meters tall. Then, summoning every ounce of his strength, he swung it at the Asura Guard's heart!
"Boom!"
The Asura Guard was sent flying thirty kilometers away!
That strike had drained all of Li Jiutian's Soul Power, and it had also received a thirty percent boost in strength. Its power far surpassed the Great Sumeru Hammer!
Taking advantage of the moment, he quickly stuffed the scroll into his pouch and sprinted toward the edge of the forest!
"Crack!"
The armor on the Asura Guard shattered. It roared in fury, then chased after Li Jiutian!
"Holy crap, it can fly too!"
Li Jiutian glanced back and saw the Asura Guard soaring overhead, moving far faster than he could.
It was only a few dozen meters away. Just as the Asura Guard was about to reach him, Li Jiutian leaped out of the forest!
The Asura Guard stopped abruptly, as though afraid of something. It didn't dare take a single step beyond the trees!
Li Jiutian looked back. When he saw that the Asura Guard hadn't followed, he collapsed onto the grass and gulped in the fresh air.
That strike had exhausted all his Soul Power, and after forcing himself to run dozens of kilometers, his body was near its limit.
"Just what kind of Soul Beast is that? I hit it with everything I had, and I only barely broke through its defense!"
"Go ahead and strut around for another two and a half years. Once I become a Titled Douluo, I'll make you the First Soul Ring for my God-Slaying Hammer, you beast!"
Li Jiutian let out a long sigh, got to his feet, and took the scroll from his pouch.
But when he unrolled it, he found not a single word on it.
"Is this the same trick as the Wordless Heavenly Book? Do I have to wet it before the words appear? That's ridiculous!"
Li Jiutian grumbled, but quickly abandoned the foolish idea.
He released his killing intent, and sure enough, rows of traditional characters began to appear on the scroll.
The first row gave the scroll's name: "Seven Styles of God Slaying."
The next few rows explained how to cultivate each style.
"The God-Slaying Hammer's techniques are truly profound. The Seven Styles of God Slaying—what a domineering name!"
"Especially the last line of the scroll. It really catches the eye!"
"With a single thought, I become a god; with a single thought, I become a demon. If I become a god, I shall command all living things, and every god shall bow before me."
"If I become a demon, I shall treat the gods like pigs and dogs, and kill them with a casual wave of my hand!"
Li Jiutian couldn't help but marvel after reading the Seven Styles of God Slaying.
For now, he could only learn the first three styles. He would have to reach the Titled Douluo realm to learn the remaining four.
"My first style is called Sky-Breaking Strike. It's the strongest single-target burst skill!"
"When I use it, the God-Slaying Hammer will unleash a gravitational force that carries me ten thousand meters into the sky!"
"Then it locks onto the enemy, and I plummet from above, unleashing tremendous destructive power along with flames!"
"I have to master the first style while I'm in Slaughter City. This skill is just too overpowered!"
Li Jiutian grinned to himself, then slowly made his way back to the villa.
Inside the villa.
Hu Liena and the other woman sat on the sofa, brows furrowed and silent, both worried about Li Jiutian's safety.
"I'm back!"
The door swung open, and Li Jiutian walked in with a delighted expression.
"Brother Tian, you're finally back!"
"Is that scroll a technique for the God-Slaying Hammer?"
Bai Wanting stood up, her voice full of excitement.
"Yeah!"
"Xiao Ting, you've helped me a lot!"
"If you hadn't come and told me, I might never have found the Seven Styles of God Slaying!"
"I'll take you out of Slaughter City safe and sound. I'll also grant you one wish!"
"You should know who I am by now. If it exists in this world, I can make it happen for you!"
Li Jiutian smiled as he answered.
The Seven Styles of God Slaying were worth far more than money could measure.
A drop of kindness should be repaid with a gushing spring. That was one of Li Jiutian's principles for living.
"Brother Tian, how could I not know who you are?"
"The other day, Li Jiutian's magnificent performance at the All-Continent Elite Soul Master Academy Tournament, where he took on seven opponents alone, spread across the whole continent!"
"All the girls in our village were talking about you, the great celebrity."
"As for my wish, I haven't decided yet. I'll tell you after we leave Slaughter City!"
Bai Wanting blinked her big eyes, then headed back to her room.
"I never would've guessed she had so much energy!"
Watching Bai Wanting bounce around, Hu Liena found her own mood lifting.
"Nana, there's something I'd like your help with."
Li Jiutian sat on the sofa, his expression suddenly turning serious.
"Xiao Tian, why are you talking about whether I'll help or not? Just tell me what you need!"
Hu Liena sat down beside him. Only then did she realize how suggestive her words sounded, and her little face turned as red as an apple.
Ah, Li Jiutian was such a lovestruck fool. Sooner or later, he was destined to break the hearts of Hu Liena, Luo Zixuan, and the other girls...
Chapter 46: Li Jiutian vs. Five Soul Douluo!
"I'm going to establish a sect. After thinking it over, I decided you're the only one suited to be its vice sect master!"
"The sect should be fully built by the time we leave Slaughter City."
Li Jiutian said earnestly.
"Xiao Tian, I never would've guessed you'd become a sect master at such a young age!"
"Leave the vice sect master position to me!"
A smile appeared on Hu Liena's lips as she teased him.
"That's wonderful!"
Li Jiutian exclaimed, feeling as though a weight had lifted from his heart.
With Hu Liena's abilities, she would surely make the sect flourish. That would also free him up to deal with other matters.
Otherwise, the pile of chores involved in running a sect would be more than enough to keep Li Jiutian busy.
"Hehe, when the time comes, we'll bring my brother, Yan, and the others into the sect too!"
Hu Liena gave a sly laugh.
"Yeah, I'll be counting on you!"
"Get some sleep early. You have another match in the Slaughter Arena tomorrow!"
Li Jiutian stood up and hugged Hu Liena. He whispered in her ear, "Nana, thank you!" Then he went back to his room.
"That's the first time I've ever heard Xiao Tian say thank you!"
"What a rascal. Why's he thanking me?"
Hu Liena pretended to be annoyed, but her heart was warm.
The next morning.
Hu Liena and the other woman yawned sleepily. They were wearing sheer nightgowns, the pale skin of their chests faintly visible.
"You're up. Get dressed, then come have breakfast."
Li Jiutian was already dressed in a black brocade robe, sitting quietly by himself at the dining table.
"It smells so good! I can smell it from all the way over here!"
Bai Wanting sniffed hard, then changed into her white dress and ran toward the dining table.
Hu Liena got dressed and followed right behind her.
Three bowls of beef noodles sat on the table.
"Brother Tian, were you a chef in your past life? Your cooking is so good!"
Bai Wanting praised him after taking a bite.
"My past life..."
Li Jiutian thought of his life on Blue Star and gave a bitter smile.
Bai Wanting saw the sudden sadness on Li Jiutian's face and realized she had said the wrong thing. She fell silent and lowered her head, eating her noodles in big mouthfuls.
The three of them soon finished their noodles, drinking every last drop of broth.
"Xiao Ting, this is a piece of Life Paper I made myself. It contains some of my Soul Power."
"If you're in danger, tear it up. I'll sense it right away."
Li Jiutian took a glimmering piece of paper from his pouch and handed it to her as he explained.
"Okay. Don't worry about me—go on and compete!"
Bai Wanting looked at the paper in her hand and nodded quickly.
The center of Slaughter City.
Inside the castle, in the Slaughter Arena.
Hu Liena was the first to walk to the center of the arena. She confidently waved to the spectators.
A wave of cheers erupted from the stands:
"9112! 9112! 9112!"
Li Jiutian stood on the high platform, exuding an icy aura.
"Today, 9112's opponents are four Soul Ancestors and one Soul King. Can she pull off an upset? Let's wait and see!"
The host announced.
"Come at me together. It'll save me time!"
Hu Liena released the enormous fox tail behind her waist and held a pair of blood-red short blades, taunting them.
"She's not to be underestimated. Let's take her out together first!"