Fate-Defying Demon Emperor

Atop Dragon Blood Mountain, the blood-colored fog was extremely dense, and one could only appreciate the scenery by personally climbing the mountain. At this moment, Xiao Tian’s attention was focused on Jing Yun, which significantly reduced the pressure on Su Han. Only Tao Ming kept glaring at Su Han with a displeased expression, still holding a grudge against him for his failure to know his place. However, Su Han couldn’t be bothered to confront Tao Ming; he was busy surveying Dragon Blood Mountain.

Experiencing it in person was very different from observing from afar. The Dragon’s Might on Dragon Blood Mountain was incredibly intimidating, preventing everyone from flying and forcing them to climb step by step. Moreover, the mountain was one solid mass without any loose rocks or soil, and it was as hard as iron, making it difficult for ordinary weapons to cause any damage. The higher they went toward the peak, the more lush the vegetation and the more abundant the Dragon Blood Herb became. Of course, this also meant stronger Dragon Qi Demon Beasts and a more perilous environment.

With just a slight circulation of the Divine Method, Su Han sensed a mountain essence unlike any he had encountered before. Such a powerful mountain essence! Unlike the slender threads he had absorbed previously, the essence of Dragon Blood Mountain was like a majestic and formidable True Dragon, exerting immense pressure.

ROAR!

The roar reverberated as a dozen Dragon Qi Demon Beasts sensed the newcomers and immediately attacked from all directions. Xiao Tian, Jing Yun, and the others acted quickly, slaying these Dragon Qi Demon Beasts, but even more surged forward.

”Climb!”

At Xiao Tian’s command, he led the group upward. As they encountered more and more Dragon Qi Demon Beasts, the battle became increasingly chaotic. The thick blood fog obstructed their visibility, causing the group to gradually scatter. Su Han had initially planned to use Xiao Tian to seize opportunities, but now that Xiao Tian and Jing Yun were embroiled in open and covert strife, Su Han quietly withdrew to watch the tigers fight from the sidelines.

Let me give it a try first and see if I can absorb the mountain essence here! Now alone, after killing a Dragon Qi Demon Beast, Su Han found a secluded corner, concealed his Aura, and prepared to deploy the Divine Method.

Upon executing the Divine Method of the Three Mountains and Five Peaks, Su Han clearly sensed a mountain essence as powerful as a True Dragon. However, this essence was not as docile as the previous ones; it struggled fiercely and even actively attacked him.

WHOOSH!

A blood-colored dragon shadow as thick as an infant’s arm flew out from Dragon Blood Mountain. This dragon shadow was vivid and detailed, full of life, as if it were a real miniature dragon. This was the mountain essence of Dragon Blood Mountain, dozens of times stronger than that of other mountains. At this moment, the blood-colored dragon shadow wheeled in the sky and charged straight toward Su Han, its claws tearing through the air with incredible sharpness.

”This is merely mountain essence, not a True Dragon in the flesh. Break!” Su Han remained undaunted, striking out with a punch. The force of his Golden Emperor Tanyang Fist sent the blood-colored dragon shadow flying, but it did not inflict serious damage.

The blood-colored dragon shadow quickly attacked again with sharp claws and a tail like a whip. It even opened its mouth to spew out a breath of blood-colored Dragon Breath, causing some injuries to Su Han. But no matter how strong it was, it was still merely mountain essence and no match for Su Han. Eventually, after being defeated, it was absorbed into his body and rapidly integrated into the Mountain God Seal.

HUM!

The inclusion of this blood-colored dragon shadow tinted the Mountain God Seal with a hint of blood-red. It also transformed from a blurry state to a semi-corporeal one, barely qualifying as the rudimentary form of a divine seal. Moreover, the blood-colored dragon shadow carried pure Dragon’s Might, making the Mountain God Seal even more powerful. However, since the Mountain God Seal had only just condensed and hadn’t absorbed much mountain essence, its power was limited. Its most important function at present, and what Su Han valued most, was its ability to summon a Mountain Soul.

With the addition of this blood-colored dragon shadow, I feel I can summon the Mountain Soul of Dragon Blood Mountain. This mountain has already transformed into a Spiritual Mountain, so its Mountain Soul must be incredibly strong. The pressure I’d have to endure if I summoned it would also be immense. I should keep it as a trump card and use it only as a last resort.

After some consideration, Su Han decided to keep it as his trump card. He wouldn’t act rashly before the conflict between Xiao Tian and Jing Yun yielded a result. Now that he had absorbed the mountain essence, Su Han’s next priorities were to gather Dragon Blood Herb, slay Dragon Qi Demon Beasts, and climb to the summit to see the blood pool that contained True Dragon Essence Blood.

WHOOSH!

A Dragon Blood vine suddenly approached like a tentacle, quickly climbing onto Su Han’s body and attempting to bind and constrict him. The tip of the vine was sharp as a knife, incredibly lethal, as if wanting to pierce Su Han’s body to suck his blood and kill him. This Dragon Blood vine possessed its own Spiritual Wisdom and tried to attack Su Han. Unfortunately for it, he had already noticed its subtle movements with his Nine Heavens Eye. With the Black Blade in hand, he struck directly at its base. The greatest weakness of plant-like demon beasts was their root system; once severed, they would be critically wounded and lose all their power.

”Bloodthirsty Demonic Flame!”

Su Han didn’t take any chances, immediately activating the Demonic Patterns on the Black Blade. The Bloodthirsty Demonic Flame wrapped around the blade, and with a single flash, it precisely struck the vine’s base, severing it completely. With its root severed, the Dragon Blood vine’s vitality instantly diminished, and Su Han promptly stored it in the Bronze Ring.

The Dragon Blood Force within this Dragon Blood vine is even richer, equivalent to three stalks of Dragon Blood Herb. To heal Zhang Xiaowan, I’ll need one hundred stalks of Dragon Blood Herb and one hundred wisps of Dragon Qi. If I were anywhere else, finding even a single stalk of Dragon Blood Herb would take considerable time, but here they are readily available, along with numerous Dragon Qi Demon Beasts. This is the ideal place for collection.

”Kill!”

With the Black Blade in hand and Demonic Qi surging within his body, Su Han continued his ascent, gathering Dragon Blood Herb and slaying Dragon Qi Demon Beasts. However, the Dragon Qi Demon Beasts here were generally stronger than those outside. Even with the Ghostly Face Mask on, it was not easy for Su Han to slay a single one, let alone when he was attacked by two or three at once.

Su Han’s brows furrowed slightly as his mind raced. My insufficient strength is slowing my collection pace. At this rate, it will take a very long time to gather everything. Once Xiao Tian and Jing Yun get what they came for and leave, the pressure on me will grow even greater. This won’t do. I need to think of a solution!

”Great Majestic Demon King,” he asked, wanting to use his strongest form to ascend quickly, ”can you lend me your strength so I may undergo Demonization?”

”No,” the Great Majestic Demon King replied. ”The flesh from last time was only enough to awaken me. For Demonization, I need more flesh.”

The Great Majestic Demon King’s reply gave Su Han a headache. There are plenty of Dragon Qi Demon Beasts here, but unfortunately, they aren’t made of flesh and blood and can’t provide what the Great Majestic Demon King needs.

Just then, a figure appeared nearby. Su Han focused his gaze and saw that it was Tao Ming. At that moment, Tao Ming also spotted Su Han, and his eyes lit up with joy as he quickly approached.

”Country bumpkin, your good days are over!”