Slaying Demons: Starting with Upgrading my Calligraphy-Chapter 601 - 513: [24 Sea-Calming Divine Pearls]

"That’s what you said."

Dongfang Qing’s prompt agreement made Zhao Baye’s heart sink.

This little fox never does anything without confidence, and for him to agree so swiftly,

either he has malicious intent, setting up a trap ready to harm someone,

or this Taoist named Qi Xiu does indeed have some real skills.

My visit here today is a top secret; he couldn’t possibly have known in advance, thus ruling out the possibility of a prearranged setup.

Since there was no prior conspiracy, let me see the capabilities of you, this little Taoist, to dare kill the Prince of the Zhao Imperial Clan, my own brother!

Abruptly standing up, Zhao Baye, tall and bulky, stood like an Ancient Demon God, exuding a fierce aura that pressured the eight wildernesses.

Narrowing his eyes at Zhao Baye, Dongfang Qing stood casually, hands behind his back, though his stature was far less threatening than this Regent’s daunting presence,

yet his composed and majestic aura was even more overwhelming than Zhao Baye’s by half a measure.

"The Young Master of the Hu Family mentioned that during the capture and execution of the mastermind behind the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains, you were a main force.

According to what I know, that woman inherited an extremely dominating Sword Daoist Inheritance, and ordinary True Monarchs of the Dao Body aren’t a match for her even in one round.

You, as a Taoist, only have achieved the second degree of Dao Embodiment.

What ability do you have to be called a main force?"

Slowly approaching Qi Xiu, Zhao Baye looked down at him, his cold, indifferent eyes seeming to penetrate all his secrets.

Facing the relentless pressure of this Regent Prince, Qi Xiu was well aware that having killed his brother left no room for compromise.

Thus, he calmly raised his eyes, meeting the gaze of this Primordial Spirit True Honor without fear, and spoke calmly:

"The Prince is right, Qi’s abilities are ordinary, just lucky enough.

That’s how I returned completely intact from the Southern Ming Wasteland.

Unlike some people.

Not only did their bodies perish and Dao collapse, but they also died without a resting place."

Qi Xiu’s blatant taunt immediately incited Zhao Baye’s anger, as the terrifying pressure of the Primordial Spirit True Honor swept down, intent on crushing this ignorant young Taoist into bloody mist.

Bang——

In an instant, the deafening explosion caused the surrounding world to shake violently, even the nearby waterfall was obliterated and cut off.

"What? Pretend I’m not here?"

Lazily standing in front of Qi Xiu, Dongfang Qing raised his head slightly, his gaze sharp.

Zhao Baye, taking a half-step back, had a somber expression, his right hand engulfed by deep purple and black Thunder Light that roamed and raged, charring the flesh into charcoal, emitting green smoke.

"Alright, alright, this is the Dao Alliance, fighting casually will break the rules, you know the consequences."

Seeing Dongfang Qing and Zhao Baye on the verge of a showdown, Shen Wansan quickly got up to mediate and advise.

"Don’t look at me, someone shamelessly tried to strike my junior sect member, I was forced to act.

If anyone broke the rules, it’s him breaking them.

Hmph, feeling your seat among the Twelve Members slipping away, planning to smash the pot?"

With a snort, Dongfang Qing’s voice was quiet, yet each word pierced Zhao Baye’s heart.

The Zhao Imperial Clan feigned compliance, utilizing the Godslayer Platform to release the Ancient God Mystic Monarch.

The Dao Alliance is well aware of this little scheme.

Such blatant defiance led the Dao Alliance to decide to initiate the dynasty replacement ahead of schedule, ousting the Zhao Family.

The reason Zhao Baye could be esteemed as one of the Twelve Members of the Dao Alliance.

Was solely because the Zhao Family are the current Human Race Emperor.

Once the imperial status of the Zhao Family collapses, his member seat would be immediately revoked.

The seat brings not only many powers above common Primordial Spirit True Honors, but also various special privileges.

Even Primordial Spirit True Honors covet these privileges.

With his member seat about to be lost, Zhao Baye is already dissatisfied, and now Dongfang Qing directly laid bare his scars, a fierce light appeared in his eyes.

Aware of Zhao Baye’s surging aura, Tao Zhishi, sitting centrally, slightly furrowed his brow, and forcefully struck down the bamboo cane he held!

Dong——

Instantly, rippling like waves on the water, golden aura spread outward, accompanied by a clear sound like a ringing bell, clearing the minds of all in the Stone Pavilion.

"This is the Dao Alliance, not some street corner. If you want to fight, go outside the domain and battle those Demonic Gods."

Tao Zhishi seems to hold a high status within the Dao Alliance.

Seeing him speak, the agitated Zhao Baye and Dongfang Qing immediately lowered their flags and extinguished their banners.

Nonetheless, after Zhao Baye suppressed his aura, he continued to address Qi Xiu:

"If you wish to claim the Dao Alliance’s reward, you must prove you indeed have the ability to capture and execute the masterminds of the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains.

However, if you don’t dare, I won’t force you.

After all, with Sect Master Dongfang protecting you, who can do anything to you?"

Listening to Zhao Baye’s words traveling both loud and soft, Qi Xiu also responded indifferently:

"Since that’s the case, this junior shall not need the reward."

Qi Xiu’s refusal made Zhao Baye’s expression shift slightly, feeling as if he had punched into cotton.

He hadn’t expected this young Taoist to be so straightforward and decisively refuse the Dao Alliance’s reward.

"Are you aware of what the Dao Alliance’s reward contains, it’s enough for you..."

"The junior is not interested in knowing."

Before Zhao Baye could finish, Qi Xiu’s words cut him off.

This kid truly received Dongfang Qing’s true teachings, specializing in driving people to death without apology...

Beside him, Tao Zhishi and Shen Wansan exchanged a glance, showing a helpless smile.

This old and young pair are indeed carved from the same mold.

With a somber look, Zhao Baye silently clenched his fist, the veins on his forehead, which had just calmed down, now swelled and throbbed again.