Castrating Xue Beng, Xue Ye, and Qian Renxue's Arrival

[Ancient Tree of Life Martial Soul: It has only one Soul Skill, Life Source, which possesses both passive and active attributes.]

[Passive attribute: Even without releasing the Martial Soul, it can rapidly heal injuries, restore stamina and Soul Power, detoxify, and remove negative effects. The more Soul Rings it has, the stronger the passive effect.]

[Active attribute: The Martial Soul must be released to actively use the Soul Skill. Each time a Soul Ring is obtained, the Life Source Soul Skill receives a comprehensive boost in one area, such as instantly healing external wounds.]

[Given the host's current dangerous situation, the system has automatically activated the Ancient Tree of Life's passive attribute. The host is advised to keep working hard, gather killing intent, and collect higher-quality souls.]

As soon as the system's prompt faded, a gentle surge of vitality welled up inside Chu Hao and coursed through his entire body.

In an instant, his injuries had improved considerably.

He wasn't healed, but at least he could move.

And judging by how things were going, it wouldn't take long for the Ancient Tree of Life's passive attribute to heal him completely.

"Heh heh heh, Chu Hao, in the end, you still fell into this prince's hands."

"This time, let's see how you survive!"

"Die!"

Xue Beng walked over and crouched beside Chu Hao, who was covered in blood. He pulled a glinting dagger from his robes and thrust it toward Chu Hao's chest.

His eyes glinted with savage malice.

Clearly, everything that had happened tonight had made Xue Beng hate Chu Hao even more.

But at that moment, Chu Hao suddenly opened his eyes. A cold glint flashed in them, making Xue Beng shudder all over as if he'd fallen into an abyss of ice.

Before he could react, Chu Hao kicked him away. He landed face-first on the ground, smashing all his teeth to pieces.

"Xue Beng, where's my sister?"

Chu Hao glanced at the Royal Guard who were about to attack, then walked straight up to Xue Beng and planted a foot on him, demanding coldly.

At the sight of Chu Hao's gaze, the Royal Guard who had been about to attack immediately lost their nerve. They exchanged glances, then turned and ran.

At that moment, they had only one thought: get home, gather their families, and flee the Heaven Dou Empire as quickly as possible.

The farther away, the better.

Watching the Royal Guard flee, Xue Beng's heart sank. His face turned deathly pale.

He knew there was no one left who could save him.

Now, Chu Ling was his only trump card.

If he wanted to live, he could only rely on himself.

"Heh heh heh, Chu Hao, do you think I'm stupid enough to tell you?"

"Keep dreaming."

"Unless you let me go, this prince might consider it."

Xue Beng gave a cold laugh, madness showing in his eyes.

"Is that so?"

When he saw that Xue Beng wouldn't talk, Chu Hao narrowed his eyes, a chill glinting in them.

That was right!

Until he found Chu Ling, he couldn't kill Xue Beng.

But that didn't mean he couldn't make him suffer.

You won't talk?

Then I'll make you feel some pain.

"Chu Hao, y-you, what are you going to do?"

"If you dare touch me, you'll never find out where Chu Ling is!"

Seeing Chu Hao's icy gaze, Xue Beng felt a chill of foreboding and hurriedly tried to threaten him with Chu Ling's safety.

But Chu Hao wasn't so easily scared. Without another word, he picked up the dagger from the ground, plunged it into Xue Beng's thigh, then yanked it back out.

"Argh..."

"Chu Hao, you actually stabbed me..."

Xue Beng felt a searing pain in his leg and let out a bloodcurdling scream, his voice filled with boundless hatred.

He had never suffered such pain in his life.

Damn him!

"Tell me. Where is my sister?"

Hearing Xue Beng's screams, Chu Hao felt a strange surge of excitement.

Half a year!

He had been tormented for half a year.

Today, it was finally Xue Beng's turn to suffer.

There was no denying it—revenge felt damn good.

"You damn Chu Hao, you'll never find out."

Xue Beng endured the agony and shouted back.

"Heh!"

Seeing how stubborn he was, Chu Hao gave a cold laugh.

He grabbed the dagger and brought it down toward Xue Beng's crotch.

At the sight of this, Xue Beng's eyes flew wide and he panicked, hurriedly begging for mercy.

"Chu Hao, what are you doing?"

"You can't do this!"

"I'll tell you, I'll tell you, all right?"

"Stop! Stop right now..."

Hearing him beg, Chu Hao paused for a moment, then shot him a cold glance and slashed down.

Spare you?

As if!

This was only the beginning.

"Shit..."

"Chu Hao, I'll fucking..."

Xue Beng lost the most important thing in his life and broke down on the spot.

Perhaps the pain was too much. He fainted right there.

Chu Hao was a little stunned.

That was all it took?

He still hadn't found out where his sister was.

No!

He had to wake him up.

So Chu Hao raised his right hand and began slapping Xue Beng's face over and over.

Smack! Smack! Smack!

The sharp sound of each slap rang especially loud in the quiet courtyard.

Before long, Xue Beng was slapped awake.

At the same time, squads of elite Royal Guard rushed toward him.

Then Emperor Xue Ye and Prince Xue Xing appeared, surrounded by their guards.

They happened to see Chu Hao furiously slapping Xue Beng.

It was heartbreaking to watch.

"Stop!"

"Stop it at once!"

Seeing his own son treated like this, Emperor Xue Ye hurriedly shouted to stop him.

His heart was bleeding.

Afraid Chu Hao might kill Xue Beng, he hadn't dared send anyone over.

Hearing the familiar voice, Xue Beng, who had just woken up, felt utterly wronged. Tears streamed down his face.

At that moment, he had even forgotten the pain below.

No, the pain had probably numbed him.

"Father, come save me..."

Xue Beng wailed.

"Get up!"

Chu Hao glanced at the Royal Guard surrounding him. He wasn't afraid; the only thing in his eyes was an ever-colder glint.

Since Xue Beng wouldn't tell him where his sister was, he'd use Emperor Xue Ye's power to find Chu Ling.

Besides, with Xue Beng as his hostage, he had no reason to fear that Emperor Xue Ye would try anything underhanded.

"Who are you? Let my son go!"

"What are your demands? Name them, and I will grant them."

Emperor Xue Ye looked at Xue Beng, covered in blood, and knew he was injured. He was frantic with worry.

By now, he had already lost two sons.

If he lost another today, it would be like a knife through his heart.

As long as he could save Xue Beng, he was willing to pay any price.

"You want me to let him go? Fine!"

"First, release my sister."

"Otherwise, there's nothing to discuss!"

Chu Hao replied coldly, then summoned his Martial Soul and held the Hades Sword to Xue Beng's throat.

At the slightest movement of his mind, he could take Xue Beng's life.

The moment Emperor Xue Ye, Prince Xue Xing, and everyone else present saw Chu Hao's Soul Ring Configuration, they were dumbstruck.

Good heavens!

What kind of monster was he?

Why had Xue Beng provoked such a person?

Anyone with such terrifying talent must have an extraordinary background.

"Father, I'm sorry I'm late."

While everyone was still in shock, Qian Renxue arrived, escorted by her personal guards.