Ghost Catching System

Emperor Bai Jiang was also shocked; Chu Hao’s progress was incredibly swift.

Zhang Guanyi sneered without speaking and took a step forward, launching an attack at Chu Hao.

As their blades clashed and sword qi surged, others could only retreat and watch in astonishment.

The two fought for several rounds, each desperate to finish off the other.

This isn’t sustainable, Chu Hao knew. The fivefold increase in my combat power will only last for ten minutes.

Zhang Guanyi bit his finger and, with the blood from his fingertip, drew on the Great Dragon Blade. In the next moment, the golden blade turned blood-red. A tyrannical sword qi then transformed into a blood dragon, which made a shocking appearance behind Zhang Guanyi.

”Damn!” Chu Hao felt somewhat helpless. The old man was still holding back.

Suddenly, a brilliant light appeared in the distance. The Toad excitedly exclaimed, ”Such a strong glow! It’s a Third-order Seal!”

Without a second word, the Toad immediately fled.

Emperor Bai Jiang did the same, heading towards the source of the brilliant light.

Chu Hao was also delighted. Turning around, he said, ”Old Man Zhang, let’s fight again another day. Next time, I’ll use twenty percent of my strength.”

Zhang Guanyi’s eyes were icy as he snorted, ”Don’t think you can escape.”

He chased after him.

Everyone arrived at the source of the brilliant glow to find a dilapidated temple. Its walls had collapsed, revealing a Buddha statue, and beneath it shone the dazzling light—it came from an incense burner!

The bronze incense burner was ancient, with a seal upon it.

”It’s definitely Third-order!” the Toad exclaimed excitedly.

Chu Hao and the others also arrived, only to find another group already there—a team of monks.

An old monk in kasaya robes saw Zhang Guanyi and, with a gentle smile, said, ”Amitabha. Mr. Zhang Guanyi, I see you’ve also come to the Holy City.”

Zhang Guanyi responded indifferently, ”Master Nian Qiong, I hope you have been well.”

Master Nian Qiong, a highly respected figure from Lingyin Temple, was ranked as a Fifteen-star Yin-Yang Great Master.

Accompanying Master Nian Qiong were three other individuals. One of them, a very young monk, saw Chu Hao and smiled. ”You must be Chu Hao, Master Chu.”

This young monk had a refined appearance and a gentle demeanor, exuding an aura of elegance.

Given Chu Hao’s widespread fame, it was no surprise he was so well-known. ”It’s truly a burden to be this exceptional,” Chu Hao remarked. ”I can’t even keep a low profile if I try.”

The young monk was left speechless.

The young monk then said, ”Master Chu, you may not recognize me. My monastic name is Ji Wu.”

Not far away, Emperor Bai Jiang furrowed his brow. ”You are Ji Wu? The foremost young prodigy of Buddhism, a Fourteen-star Yin-Yang Master?”

Ji Wu smiled and replied, ”Amitabha. I’m no Heaven’s Chosen, just an ordinary monk.”

Then, Master Nian Qiong turned to everyone and smiled gently. ”This incense burner is fated to be with Buddhism. May I ask if the others could step aside?”

Of course, the Toad wouldn’t have it, retorting, ”Just because it’s a Buddhist item doesn’t mean it’s fated for Buddhism! Perhaps it’s destined for this Sovereign!”

Ji Wu said, ”Jewel Toad, your master hasn’t spoken yet. Don’t interject.”

The Toad was enraged. Damn it, they’re all calling me Chu Hao’s pet!

Fuming with anger, the Toad burst out, ”You bald donkey, dare to say that again!”

Ji Wu remained smiling, silent.

Chu Hao spoke up, ”Perhaps this artifact is fated for me. So, Master, let’s not meddle.”

Master Nian Qiong examined Chu Hao with curiosity. Chu Hao had been quite prominent lately, and his power was exceedingly baffling. However, Master Nian Qiong furrowed his brow and said, ”Master Chu, how come you are in the company of the Lord of the Nether Cult?”

Emperor Bai Jiang laughed. ”Master Nian Qiong, Chu Hao is my little nephew.”

This Emperor Bai Jiang is trying to take advantage of me in front of so many people! Chu Hao thought, then said, ”Don’t go around claiming relatives; I don’t know you that well.”

Emperor Bai Jiang replied indifferently, ”Stop joking. Your father and I are sworn brothers.”

Damn it! Chu Hao realized. Emperor Bai Jiang is obviously trying to set me up!

Master Nian Qiong snorted coldly. He had a strong aversion to the Evil Cult and, though he initially harbored a bit of goodwill towards Chu Hao, it was now all gone.

Zhang Guanyi spoke up, ”Master Nian Qiong, why don’t we join forces and eliminate these heretics to restore peace to the world?”

Chu Hao was extremely unhappy. His fivefold battle strength had vanished, and he couldn’t use it again until tomorrow. He glared at the incense burner, considering whether to snatch it directly, unwilling to waste further words with them.

Master Nian Qiong sighed. ”Master Chu, do not stray onto the wrong path. There’s still a chance to turn back.”

Chu Hao didn’t like hearing these words.

”Master Nian Qiong, what do you mean by that?”

Ji Wu said from the side, ”Emperor Bai Jiang is sixth on the Righteous Path Alliance’s blacklist of individuals to be eliminated. It’s probably inappropriate for Master Chu to associate with him.”

So that’s how it is, Chu Hao thought, then said indifferently, ”I don’t care about the grudges between your righteous and evil paths, and don’t try to pin labels on me, Chu Hao. Whoever has a problem with me, I’ll make it their problem.”

Master Nian Qiong shook his head. ”Then I ask Master Chu to join us in taking down the Lord of the Nether Cult, to return the world to peace.”

Are they forcing me to take a side?

Emperor Bai Jiang narrowed his eyes. ”Old Bald Donkey, you sure talk a lot. My nephew will, of course, stand with me.”

Chu Hao was annoyed. Are both sides pressuring me to take a stance? Once I side with the Evil Cult, I’ll surely be ostracized by the Righteous Path Alliance.

But who am I, Brother Hao? How could I let myself be manipulated by all of you?

With his hands behind his back, Chu Hao swept his sharp gaze over Master Nian Qiong and the others. ”How I, Chu Hao, conduct my affairs is none of your concern! Don’t try to sow discord here. I won’t take sides, nor will I attack anyone. However, if you insist on forcing my hand, then let me tell you this—”

”Everyone present here is trash.”

”Ding... The Host has successfully displayed dominance, earning 5,000 Pretentiousness Points.”

Master Nian Qiong frowned. This Chu Hao is truly arrogant.

Ji Wu was somewhat speechless. Is this Chu Hao blindly arrogant, or does he truly possess such strength?

As for Emperor Bai Jiang, his eyes held a narrowed smile.

Zhang Guanyi snorted coldly; he really wanted to get rid of Chu Hao. His gaze fell upon the incense burner as he made his move.

Zhang Guanyi moved with incredible speed. Wielding the blood-red Great Dragon Blade, he slashed down.

However, the incense burner flew up and clashed with the blade, issuing a CLANG that made everyone subconsciously cover their ears.

Zhang Guanyi could not help but step back, shocked. The Third-order Seal is that strong!

Master Nian Qiong also made his move. Holding Buddha Beads, he stepped forward, reaching for the incense burner like a great roc spreading its wings.

The incense burner resisted, emitting a ray of light that forced Master Nian Qiong back. He pounced again, shouting, ”Om Buru Lim!”

Buddhist patterns appeared in Master Nian Qiong’s hands, and a surge of energy pressed down on the incense burner.

The incense burner shook violently and counterattacked Master Nian Qiong. His expression changed as he quickly dodged.

”How formidable,” Master Nian Qiong’s eyes glinted sharply.

Finally, Chu Hao, watching from the side, could no longer stand it. ”A bunch of mortals.”

Zhang Guanyi angrily said, ”What did you say?”

Chu Hao, hands still behind his back, scoffed, ”I can tell you all clearly: all of the Curse Marks here are fated to be mine. With your mortal bodies, you will never be acknowledged by the Curse Marks.”

Ji Wu, discontented, said, ”Amitabha. Isn’t that a bit too presumptuous of you, Master Chu?”

”You don’t believe me? Then this Taoist Master shall put on a little demonstration, to let you witness what being Heaven’s Chosen truly means,” Chu Hao said with utter confidence.

The group remained entirely skeptical. Two Fifteen-star Yin-Yang Great Masters couldn’t handle the incense burner; how could Chu Hao possibly succeed?

Both the Toad and Emperor Bai Jiang, however, grew excited.

Chu Hao is starting his act again!