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- MWM Chapter 246
“Even though it’s a small sect, being an orthodox Daoist sect, it still has some valuable things.”
Inside the library of the valley, Leo and his shadow clones were busy reading through the various magical texts, feeling quite satisfied with what he found.
Since returning to the valley, he had remained in the library, diligently learning everything stored there: techniques, barriers, alchemy, weapon forging, and more.
Although Xiaozhu Mountain’s library didn’t have any particularly famous or powerful techniques, it covered a wide range of foundational topics—everything from the basics of the Five Elements spells, alchemy, forging, and even basic sword arts.
This was likely due to the fact that the founder of Xiaozhu Mountain had once been a disciple of a powerful Daoist sect long lost to history. As a result, these foundational texts were left behind. Mastering them all would turn someone into a jack-of-all-trades but not necessarily excel in anything.
But for Leo, this was not a problem. His strength was already formidable; what he needed now were the fundamentals. Once he had a solid foundation, he could understand more advanced techniques in the future.
While he was deeply engrossed in his studies, he suddenly sensed that the protective barrier of the sect had been opened. Immediately, he dispelled his shadow clones and stepped outside.
“It seems Shifu has returned.”
However, as soon as he stepped out, he heard Blood God Child’s arrogant laughter echoing throughout the valley.
“Blood God Child!”
Leo furrowed his brows and looked into the sky. Floating there were Blood God Child, his master Daoist Qingzhu, who seemed to be under some kind of control, and another unfamiliar yet powerful demonic cultivator.
“How dare you intrude on Xiaozhu Mountain, demonic scum.”
At that moment, three elderly cultivators, the other senior uncles of Xiaozhu Mountain, emerged from their seclusion. They were old, with white hair and stooped bodies, but when they sensed the presence of demonic cultivators, they rushed out furiously.
Yet when they saw the blood river enveloping the valley, they nearly collapsed in fear, their legs trembling.
“It’s someone from the Blood Demon Sect!”
The name of the Blood Demon Sect was terrifying. The Blood Demon Patriarch had destroyed Huashan 499 years ago and Kunlun 199 years ago. To righteous cultivators, it was the stuff of nightmares.
“Senior Brother!”
The younger disciples, who had been practicing their spells in the courtyard, huddled together behind Leo, frightened by the terrifying scene above.
“Don’t be afraid, everything will be fine,” Leo reassured his junior brothers and sisters before turning to look at Blood God Child with a mocking smile. “Well, well, if it isn’t Blood God Child, the one who ran away with his tail between his legs two years ago. So, what is this? Have you finally healed your wounds?”
“Li Qingfeng, don’t get cocky! Last time, if not for your sneak attack and the pills you got from Lotus Immortal, you really think you could have beaten me?” Blood God Child’s face twisted with anger, clearly provoked by the insult.
Being defeated by a mere Foundation Establishment cultivator from an unknown sect had brought him endless ridicule, even within his own sect. He had to redeem himself today by wiping out Xiaozhu Mountain and killing Leo.
“Then why don’t you try again? Let’s fight one-on-one!” Leo taunted, a confident smile on his face.
In truth, Leo wasn’t afraid of Blood God Child anymore, but with his master Qingzhu Daoist being held hostage, he had to be cautious. His goal was to free his master first. The advantage was that his enemies had no idea how much stronger he had become.
“You think I’m afraid of you? I’ll show you today the difference between heaven and earth!” Blood God Child narrowed his eyes as the blood river behind him surged with power.
Next to him, Yin Jiutian frowned and sent a message to Blood God Child through voice transmission: “Brother, there’s no need for this. Why bother with a duel? We should just attack together. With this old Daoist as a shield, we’ll win for sure.”
Yin Jiutian, as a cunning demonic cultivator, saw no reason to play by the rules. They had the upper hand, so why risk it? A direct attack with overwhelming force would be the safest route. They were demonic cultivators, after all, not bound by notions of honor or fairness.
Blood God Child, however, still seemed furious on the surface. Secretly, he responded, “I’m just stalling him. When I engage him, you use the Great Sumeru Black Yin Cauldron to sneak attack and capture him alive.”
Blood God Child had no intention of fighting fairly. He remembered well Leo powerful lightning techniques and his troublesome clone technique. If they let him get away by fleeing, his shadow clones would make it nearly impossible to capture him.
Besides, Leo had advanced to the Golden Core stage, so there was no telling how much his strength had improved since their last encounter.
Yin Jiutian nodded silently, impressed by his brother’s cunning plan. Truly, Blood God Child had not lost his touch when it came to deceit.
Leo, meanwhile, turned to Yin Jiutian and asked, “And who might you be? Do I owe you a grudge as well?”
Yin Jiutian chuckled darkly. “I’m Yin Jiutian, head of the Xuanyin Sect. You killed my junior brother, Nantong, so naturally, I’m here to settle the score. But don’t worry, I won’t gang up on you. If you defeat Blood God Child, I’ll face you one-on-one next. If you win, I’ll release your master.”
“Much appreciated,” Leo responded with a smile, bowing slightly.
Hearing the exchange, Leo three senior uncles, who had just emerged from seclusion, were completely bewildered. “Nephew Qingfeng, what’s going on? How did you offend these two? And what happened to your master?”
They had only been in seclusion for four years, yet so much had changed. Their eldest nephew had somehow killed a Xuanyin Sect elder and injured Blood God Child, and now, these two fearsome enemies were here for revenge. This was unbelievable.
“Uncles, don’t worry. Stand back with the junior disciples, and I’ll handle everything,” Leo said, calming the three elderly cultivators who were trembling with fear.
The three looked at each other before retreating behind Leo, realizing that in this situation, only their senior nephew had any chance of saving them.
“Blood River Technique!”
Without further delay, Blood God Child unleashed his full power, sending the blood river surging toward Leo and the valley below.
This time, he was in peak condition, unlike two years ago when he had been injured. The power of the blood river was far greater now. If Leo strength hadn’t increased dramatically since then, even Yin Jiutian wouldn’t need to intervene.
This was going to be a fight for survival.