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Chapter 865: The Elder of Heavenly Justice

Chapter 865: Chapter 865: The Elder of Heavenly Justice

The army of the Sea Race paid a heavy price for their underestimation.

Without even engaging in combat, they were completely disordered.

They were like salted fish frozen stiff, allowing Ling Xiao to easily reap their lives.

Moments later, the battle had already ended.

When Dai Yaoling and the others arrived to provide support, each of them was dumbstruck.

After all, Ling Xiao single-handedly killing so many experts was an extremely bizarre scene.

"Don’t just stand there, we’re almost at the Northern Han Kingdom, let’s hurry up and keep moving to avoid any more complications!"

Ling Xiao had no interest in appreciating their shocked expressions, the closer they got to the end, the more likely there were to be issues,—he did not want to lose all his previous efforts.

"I wonder how my mother is doing."

Dai Yaoling looked toward the distance and said worriedly.

"Don’t worry, your senior is fine, she has her own opportunities."

When Ling Xiao left, he had placed a soul imprint on Dai Lingrong, so although he could not fully understand Dai Lingrong’s situation,

he was certain that at this moment, not only was Dai Lingrong not dead, but she seemed to be receiving treatment from someone. It was just unfortunate that his soul secret technique was not yet perfected, so he could not fully comprehend everything.

Although Dai Yaoling did not know how Ling Xiao knew, he still chose to trust him, and the group continued to hasten their journey.

At this point, everyone’s injuries had already healed, which also greatly increased their speed. In less than a shichen, they should be able to enter the territory of the Northern Han Kingdom and essentially be safe.

Half an hour later, the territory of the Northern Han Kingdom was already clearly visible. On the border, there was a great wall manned by soldiers of the Northern Han Kingdom.

"Great, we’re almost able to escape the pursuit!"

"It’s a shame, if we had reached the Northern Han Kingdom earlier, our Spiritual Medicine Manor wouldn’t have lost so many people."

"Let it be, it’s useless to bring up the past, we have to look forward."

"Yes, but we must take revenge for this!"

The disciples of the Spiritual Medicine Manor were very excited. With Ling Xiao leading them, they hardly had to fight and easily shook off their pursuers. They were truly fortunate.

"Brother Ling Xiao, what’s wrong?"

However, at this moment, Dai Yaoling noticed that Ling Xiao’s expression seemed a bit off.

"We’re in a bad situation, it looks like we’ve been targeted by someone, and he’s a master!"

Ling Xiao frowned deeply and said to Dai Yaoling, "Remember, don’t panic later. I’m here; I won’t let you get hurt."

"Hehehe, worthy of being the Chosen Son of Heaven, you’ve discovered my presence so quickly!"

A strange laugh sounded, a crow on the branches landed on the ground, then transformed into a hunchbacked old man.

Though his stature was hunched and his appearance elderly, making him seem to possess no combat strength at all,

Ling Xiao did not dare underestimate him.

This man exuded an extremely powerful aura; he actually had the cultivation level of the Heavenly Human Realm Third Talent Heavenly Realm.

If it had been before, Ling Xiao might not have been afraid.

But now his cultivation had regressed, and while he could handle a First Line of Heaven Realm martial artist, a Third Talent Heavenly Realm expert posed a big problem.

"You are neither from the Sea Race nor the Green-eyed Clan, so who exactly are you?"

Ling Xiao could be certain that this person didn’t possess the aura of the Sea Race.

The people who had surrendered to the Sea Race all bore the "Slave Mark," which left an unmistakable aura.

But this person was different.

Moreover, he believed that with his soul power, it was impossible for this man to have escaped his detection and followed him all the way here; he was more likely waiting nearby.

"Hahaha, the Chosen Son of Heaven is truly wise, no wonder even the Alliance Leader holds you in high regard."

The old man laughed heartily, "I am merely a common martial artist of the Tian Li Meng, following the Alliance Leader’s order to invite you to visit Tian Li Meng. You must grant me this honor, young fellow, mustn’t you?"

"Senior, since it is an invitation, it’s simple. After I escort these people back to the Moon Hua Sect, I will naturally visit Tian Li Meng."

Ling Xiao didn’t believe the man was merely extending an invitation, as his aura suggested substantial hostility.

"Let me tell you the truth, among the remnants of the Twelve Sects, Heavenly King Sect, Jade Water Divine Palace, and Blood Saber Sect have surrendered to the Sea Race, while the remaining Mysterious Fire Sect, Snow Mountain Sect, Sword King Sect, Gu King Sect, Tang Sect, and Poison King Sect have all pledged allegiance to Tian Li Meng.

Hmm, since we’ve already established a nation, the Alliance Leader of Tian Li Meng is now the sovereign of Heavenly Principle Country. If the Chosen Son of Heaven agrees to come with me now, you could become the ’Tian Li Meng’s’ first core disciple, acquiring an absolutely elevated position, possibly even becoming the future sovereign."

The old man spoke deliberately, as if not at all worried about Ling Xiao escaping.

But this was normal, after all, a Third Talent Heavenly Realm martial artist facing a group of Transcendent Realm Martial Artists—if he showed fear, that would be truly shameful.

Frankly speaking, Ling Xiao was quite shocked by the old man’s words. He had not expected Tian Li Meng to act so swiftly; it was indeed taking advantage of the situation.

The Sacred Dynasty now only had a few fleeing individuals left; the rest were fighting independently.

It was estimated that after some time a tripartite state of True Demon Empire, Heavenly Principle Country, and Northern Han Kingdom might emerge.

The scattered forces would all be defeated or subjugated.

"Senior, can’t you even grant me a few days?" Ling Xiao wasn’t eager to fight this man unless absolutely necessary.

Because the only chances he currently had to defeat this old man were twofold:

The first was for Butterfly Girl to awaken, but that seemed impractical at the moment;

The second was to use the power left to him by the King of People, which could be utilized nine times in total. He had already used it once in the Holy City, leaving him eight times.

This was his lifeline, and he truly hesitated to use it since every usage reduced an opportunity.

But if there was no other way, he would have to use it; he couldn’t possibly just follow this old fellow, as doing so might mean completely losing his freedom.

"Boy, my patience is limited. I’m giving you one last chance—to go or not?"

The old man was already growing impatient.

"What if I don’t go?" asked Ling Xiao.

"If you don’t go, I will forcibly take your corpse back. A genius like you, left to others, is ultimately a disaster. If you cannot be obtained, you must be killed!"

The old man’s expression suddenly turned fierce, his voice as cold as Nine Nether frost.

The people from Spiritual Medicine Manor suddenly all came forward, standing in front of Ling Xiao.

"Brother Ling Xiao, you go. With your speed, he may not be able to catch you. We’re already close to Northern Han Kingdom; you can definitely escape. We’ve been under your care all this way, and now it’s time for us to repay you."

"That’s right, Senior Brother Ling, please go!"

"You all will die!" Ling Xiao felt a touch of emotion in his heart, but his face remained indifferent.

"The only wish is for Brother Ling Xiao to avenge us; that way, our deaths would be worthwhile." Tears dripped down Dai Yaoling’s cheeks.

She, of course, did not want to die.

But if she had to make a choice, she would sacrifice her own life to protect Ling Xiao.