"Namu greets fellow daoist Wan Lei, fellow daoist Xiao Yu."
The Lord of Namu wore a gentle smile, his greeting as fellow daoists clearly positioning Wan Lei and Fang Xiao Yu as his peers.
"Senior Namu, is something the matter?"
Wan Lei's expression was grim as he stared at the other man coldly.
"I heard that you two daoist friends slayed those three villains, Hu Liuli and his companions. It truly brings great joy. Namu has also long wished to eliminate them and rid the people of their menace, but alas, I was unable to succeed. You young heroes, achieving this at such a tender age, fills Namu with immense satisfaction. Today, I have come to discuss a matter with fellow daoist Wan Lei."
"Speak."
"I wish to borrow something from fellow daoist Wan Lei."
Upon hearing this, Fang Xiao Yu immediately transmitted a message to Wan Lei, warning him that this person was cunning and treacherous, known for his broken promises and betrayal. He advised Wan Lei not to agree to any of his demands, as he would surely be swindled.
"A Mahayana stage head?"
"Fellow daoist is indeed direct. If you are willing to lend me a head..."
"Sure, how much are you offering?"
Wan Lei suddenly smiled, a brilliant smile, though a cold glint flashed in his eyes. Da Feng Novel Network
"The price is negotiable. You set it, fellow daoist."
"How much do you think... your head is worth?"
Hearing this, the Lord of Namu's expression hardened. He asked,
"What do you mean, fellow daoist?"
"You are also a Mahayana stage cultivator. Mine is a Mahayana stage head, meaning your value is the same as its value. Senior, please name your price for your own head. Whatever you deem it worth, that is what it is worth."
"Young friend Wan Lei, do not be so aggressive. I believe that with my strength and that of my tribe, we are sufficient to reach the Great Wall safely. All we lack is a Mahayana stage head. I am unwilling to engage in conflict with cultivators of the same realm, which is why I did not seek out a Mahayana stage cultivator, but came to you instead. If you are willing to give me one, we can form an alliance and journey to the Great Wall together. Wouldn't that be wonderful?"
"Are you suggesting you want it for free?"
"Alas, this is the result of negotiations between myself and the leader of the Baize tribe. According to his wishes, you were originally required to provide a Mahayana stage head and half of the sacred beasts to be allowed passage. After all, we have a Mahayana stage cultivator here, along with three fifth-tier warriors and five Nascent Soul stage cultivators in our large tribe. I, who value life, have worked hard to secure this opportunity. Fellow daoist, do not fail to cherish it."
"Scram."
Wan Lei shouted coldly.
"What?"
The Lord of Namu stared at Wan Lei in disbelief.
"I said, this is your last chance. Scram, or I don't mind having four Mahayana stage heads."
"Hmph, young friend, you are truly arrogant and impetuous. Do you think that by killing those good-for-nothings like Hu Liuli and Jian Tian, you can disregard all the Mahayana stage powerhouses in the world?"
The Lord of Namu lightly waved his teaching ruler, and the tens of thousands of soldiers and sacred beasts from the south immediately charged forward in a mighty wave.
"Charge! Baize tribe, destroy these vermin!"
"Charge, charge, sons of the Baize tribe, tear these enemies apart for the tribe!"
"Wan Lei, you still have time to regret. Do not wait until all the tribes below are slaughtered and your mission fails. By then, it will be too late."
The Lord of Namu sneered.
Wan Lei remained silent. He waited until the two sides clashed, and then suddenly produced a formation bead, shrouding the area for tens of miles within it.
The sacred beasts of the Baize tribe momentarily faltered the instant the formation appeared. A flicker of confusion and greed appeared in their eyes, but under the urging of their beast tamers, they charged towards the enemy once more.
Regarding the control function of the Myriad Demon Formation on demonic beasts, Wan Lei had conducted detailed research. He discovered that any demonic beast that had absorbed the aura of the Myriad Demon Formation would gradually come under its control. This included the tens of thousands of demonic beasts from the Dengyan tribe, all of whom Wan Lei had secretly controlled using the Myriad Demon Formation.
However, the enemy this time was numerous, and so were the demonic beasts. It was not something Wan Lei could fully control with the Myriad Demon Formation in a short period; it required time. Moreover, the more demonic beasts controlled, the greater the load on the Myriad Demon Formation, and the more difficult it became for Wan Lei to manipulate.
After the war broke out, Wan Lei immediately retreated and charged towards the enemies below. He had to provide support, otherwise, with the Dengyan tribe's strength, they would be annihilated by the Baize tribe within an hour.
As for Fang Xiao Yu, he was tasked with holding off the Lord of Namu.
Liu Yuxin's opponent was the chief disciple of the Lord of Namu, the Daoist Houmu. This individual was at the late stage of Nascent Soul cultivation. Even if Wan Lei were to fight him, he would not be able to kill him easily, even if he could win. Furthermore, Wan Lei had too many opponents; there were so many fifth and fourth-tier warriors he needed to slay.
"Liu Yuxin? I truly did not expect that the direct descendant of the Liu family would also defect to Wan Lei? Have you forgotten your brother's great vengeance?"
It was widely known that the Liu family, including Liu Yuxin, held a grudge against Wan Lei.
"Be quiet. I will avenge my brother, but you have no right to dictate!"
Black mist emerged from Liu Yuxin's body, transforming into a ferocious armor that greatly enhanced her combat power.
Daoist Houmu snorted, flicked the vine in his hand, and attacked Liu Yuxin.
"Spirit Break!"
Liu Yuxin shouted, and black flames ignited on her long saber. With a single slash, she cut towards the vine. The vine was extremely resilient, yet the blade, burning with black fire, could not sever it.
Daoist Houmu sneered and suddenly raised his left hand. Pure spiritual energy appeared. Several vines suddenly emerged from Liu Yuxin's back, whipping her across the back like lashes. Liu Yuxin was immediately sent flying forward. Daoist Houmu produced a long staff and swung it forward fiercely, striking Liu Yuxin in the abdomen and sending her flying again. Daoist Houmu's staff techniques were perfectly honed; every attack was accompanied by a whistling sound of breaking air. Liu Yuxin was utterly defenseless, being repeatedly slammed and sent flying.
With a tremendous crash, Liu Yuxin fell into the mud once more. The foul-smelling black mud almost made her faint. She struggled to get up, and as she looked up, the tip of the wooden staff rapidly enlarged before her eyes. This blow sent her crashing down heavily again, spitting blood, her head feeling as though it had exploded, and her mind in a daze.
"Xin'er, you can always stand behind your brother. Brother will protect you."
"Xin'er, be strong. You are the Liu family's most powerful warrior. Brother will rely on you for protection in the future, you know."
"Cheer up, Xin'er, defeat it. Oh, so clumsy, watch your brother."
"Xin'er, isn't your brother the most amazing person in the world?"
"You're doing great, don't cry, Xin'er. Stand up and continue training."
"If one day, brother is no longer here, you must protect yourself well."
Her brother's voice seemed to be right by her ear.
"Brother, Xin'er is being bullied again. Where are you? No one is protecting Xin'er anymore."
Liu Yuxin staggered to her feet, wiped the tears from her eyes, and her gaze towards the enemy became resolute.
"Brother, Xin'er won't cry. Xin'er is the bravest. Xin'er will defeat the enemy. Xin'er will protect herself. Brother, please watch me. You are watching me."
A figure suddenly descended from the sky and kicked Daoist Houmu, who was about to deliver a fatal blow to Liu Yuxin, away.
"Retreat. I'll protect you!"
"Get away from me. I don't need your help. I have my brother to protect me. Get lost!!!"
Wan Lei cast a deep glance at the roaring Liu Yuxin, then turned and charged towards the other enemies.
"Once upon a time... I had a brother too."