Asura Emperor Venerable
Chapter 439: Convergence

Chapter 439: Chapter 439: Convergence

Jade Forest Land, true to its name.

The trees and flowers here were seemingly carved from jade, green as emeralds. At first glance, this hardly seemed like a forest, but rather an exquisitely crafted artifact.

Indeed, the perimeter of the forest was circled by a black hurricane that never ceased, looking quite eerie.

Shi Hao tried throwing a stone, which upon being swept into the wind turned immediately to powder.

The corrosive power was astonishing.

If he couldn’t enter from the front, how about digging a tunnel to sneak in?

Shi Hao tried to dig, but as soon as he reached the location under the hurricane, he saw that there was also black airflow spinning underground.

He continued to dig deeper, but no matter how deep he went, he could always see the black airflow.

Alright then.

Shi Hao gave up; this was obviously not going to work.

He stepped back outside and observed carefully but couldn’t recall any relevant information from his memory.

He started to walk around the perimeter of the forest. After covering maybe a quarter of it, he saw a group of people.

"Shi Hao!" Su Manman called out first, waving from a distance.

Yue Feifei was much more reserved, just staring at Shi Hao with a deep gaze.

Zhang Santian, Han Dong, the big yellow dog, and the Dark Patterned Leopard were all here.

Shi Hao glanced at them and couldn’t help but express his surprise, "You’ve all made breakthroughs!"

Zhang Santian, the big yellow dog, and the Dark Patterned Leopard had all stepped into Self-Observation, while Han Dong and Yue Feifei, being late starters, were now only at the Other Shore Realm. But this rate of progress was truly astonishing.

"I knew we’d find you here," said Zhang Santian, "Miss Su really is prophetic."

Su Manman was smug, "This fellow’s curiosity is so vast, no matter which one of the Eight Tribes he chose, he would definitely come here to have a look, and he’d look closely at that."

Shi Hao laughed, "Am I that transparent?"

"Eh, boss, how come you are still in the Other Shore Realm?" Han Dong was puzzled, "Brother Zhang is in Self-Observation already!"

That remark made even Zhang Santian couldn’t help but pinch his nose.

He indeed admired Shi Hao greatly, but that didn’t mean he was supposed to break through after Shi Hao.

It was known that even before Shi Hao had gone to Jiuwu City, Zhang was already at the Peak of Nine Islands, not far from a breakthrough. With the addition of numerous Spirit Fruits found here, his accumulated potential had abruptly culminated in a breakthrough, which was quite expected.

Shi Hao chuckled and didn’t mention that he had broken through the Ten Islands, a feat ten thousand times harder than stepping into Self-Observation.

You see, he was such a humble person.

Only Su Manman gave him a look, yet she smiled and said nothing.

"Boss, did you leave your name on the Eternal Stone?" Han Dong asked, somewhat excited, "You’re amazing, surely you did. What rank are you?"

"At least in the top ten," Zhang Santian started to guess, "But the top three are somewhat monstrous. It is said that the third place is Sword Body, a constitution that’s legendary for being terrifying, and the higher its realm, the stronger its capability to fight across ranks."

"If he’s only third, how monstrous are the top two!"

Han Dong was not convinced, "My boss is definitely first!"

Zhang Santian just smiled and didn’t argue. What was the point?

Su Manman said leisurely, "Xiao Hei is this guy’s little brother."

Eh?

The others, not yet aware of the relationship between Shi Hao and Xiao Hei, were utterly shocked.

The mighty Sword Body, now the third ranked on the Eternal Stone, was actually Shi Hao’s little brother?

Really?

"Boss, I knew you were the most awesome!" Han Dong was incredibly excited, "Haha, if the third-ranked ones are all your followers, then you must definitely be ranked first!"

Zhang Santian couldn’t help but laugh, Is that even a valid calculation?

"Just tell us the actual rank, don’t keep us in suspense," Su Manman asked, equally curious.

She knew that Shi Hao’s talent was astonishingly high, definitely surpassing everyone this time, but could he make a name for himself on the historical overall list, and if so, what rank?

That was what she truly cared about.

Shi Hao smiled, "First place on the historical overall list!"

Pfft!

Zhang Santian immediately burst out laughing, then continued coughing nonstop.

"What’s the matter, you have a problem with my boss being first?" Han Dong immediately looked over, his gaze hostile and his expression fierce.

Zhang Santian had no objections to Shi Hao, but the idea of Shi Hao ranking first felt dreamy enough, let alone claiming the title of the best in history.

"You even surpassed Gu Shiyun?" Su Manman’s eyes lit up.

"Mhm," Shi Hao nodded.

"Hahaha!" Su Manman suddenly burst into laughter, appearing immensely happy, and that wasn’t all; she excitedly hugged Shi Hao, without any hesitation.

This!

Zhang Santian and Han Dong consciously turned their heads away, while Yue Feifei showed a look of dejection.

"Hmph, bullying us single dogs!" Big Yellow Dog muttered.

The Dark Patterned Leopard quietly stepped away a few paces, being a noble feline, it certainly didn’t see itself on the same level as this bald-tailed dog.

"Yi ya ya!" Cloud Flame Fire also jumped about on Shi Hao’s shoulder, seeming to feel the warm and sweet atmosphere.

"What’s going on?" Shi Hao laughed, though both knew of each other’s feelings, Su Manman had never been so unrestrained in showing them.

"Miss here is happy!" Su Manman finally let go, patting Shi Hao’s shoulder, "Is that not okay?"

"Okay," Shi Hao nodded.

"You finally have the credentials to propose to me," Su Manman added, "How about it, you’re happy too, right?"

Oh?

Shi Hao laughed, "When did I say I was going to marry you?"

"You dare not marry me?" Su Manman raised her eyebrows, hands on her hips, looking quite indignant.

Big Yellow Dog suddenly got excited, someone was about to suffer, and it was looking forward to it.

"What are you happy about?" Su Manman walked over, and bam, kicked out, sending Big Yellow Dog instantly turning into a star, disappearing into the sky.

Uh, Big Yellow, take care of yourself, knowing she’s a little witch, why did you even bother jumping out?

But, how strong is this little witch?

You know, despite Big Yellow Dog being unreliable, it is still a Self-Observation, with significant strength on display! But Su Manman kicked it into oblivion with one kick, how strong must she be?

No wonder she said Shi Hao was qualified to propose marriage to her.

—Her family must be incredibly strong, with a deeply intimidating foundation, likely one of the Heaven Building Ladder’s wealthy families, and that family’s ancestor is probably still alive.

Shi Hao smiled, "For now, I must prioritize martial arts. When I one day reach the peak of martial arts, marrying you then won’t be too late."

He was already nearing Self-Observation and, with his monstrous talent, he might ascend to Heaven Building Ladder in ten or twenty years.

With their long lifespans, even twenty years wouldn’t be considered long, and moreover, the higher the realm, the slower one ages, there’s completely no rush.