Fate-Defying Demon Emperor

Although Du Yuemei was only at the First Layer of the Heavenly King Realm, her threat was not to be underestimated.

The Demon Slayer Sect was a specialized assassin organization. The Seven Great Slaughter Stars it nurtured were naturally kings among assassins, each an expert in the art of killing. They excelled in all aspects, from concealment and assassination to surprise attacks and direct combat.

While Su Han was engaged in a fierce battle with Soul Hook, Du Yuemei seized her chance. She suddenly appeared behind Su Han, a uniquely shaped crescent hook gripped tightly in her delicate hand. The sharp, pointed hook drove straight for Su Han’s heart.

”Origin Technique: Shape-Shifting Shadow!”

Su Han immediately used the Origin Technique to swap places with Soul Hook, causing the crescent hook to stab toward Soul Hook instead.

Neither Soul Hook nor Du Yuemei expected Su Han to possess such a miraculous technique. Although both struggled desperately at the last moment, the crescent hook still pierced Soul Hook’s body, sending a spray of blood into the air as it tore a large gash in his abdomen.

By then, Su Han had already donned the Ghostly Face Mask and activated Physique Fusion. His combat power was on par with a martial artist of the First or Second Layer of the Heavenly King Realm. Aside from lacking the Art of Teleportation, he was by no means weaker than Soul Hook and Du Yuemei.

”Divine Skill: Blossoming with One Thought!”

Facing two enemies alone was indeed troublesome. Su Han also aimed for a quick resolution, intending to give Soul Hook’s group no chance to escape. Without hesitation, he used his Divine Power Technique, and the Shore Flower Clone immediately appeared.

A doppelganger-type Divine Skill, and it even possesses all the strength of the original body... How is this possible?

Seeing the Shore Flower Clone, Soul Hook’s eyes nearly popped out of his sockets. His face was a mask of horror and disbelief.

Doppelganger-type Divine Skills were extremely rare, and most doppelgangers only possessed a fraction of the original body’s strength. The fact that Su Han’s Shore Flower Clone possessed his full strength was like facing two Su Hans. Such a situation was enough to drive any ordinary martial artist to despair.

”Du Yuemei, I’m starting to believe those rumors,” Soul Hook said, his expression grim. ”It seems this man is indeed not easy to deal with. That being the case, you handle his doppelganger while I go all out to kill him!”

The rumors about Su Han were too fantastical. Soul Hook had been skeptical before, but after clashing with him directly, he was starting to believe them. After all, the strength Su Han now displayed was no weaker than his own. With the assistance of the Nine Palace Golden Pagoda and Tongyan, there might truly be a chance to kill the Heavenly King Realm experts of the East Sea Demon Clan.

”Mm!”

Du Yuemei was not one for words; she was aloof and indifferent. With a quiet grunt of acknowledgment, she moved toward the Shore Flower Clone.

Although Su Han’s Shore Flower Clone possessed the original body’s full strength, it lacked the Ghostly Face Mask, the Dragon Silkworm Silk Gloves, and the Black Blade. Therefore, its overall combat power was somewhat weaker than the original body’s.

”Cursing Killing Nether Technique!”

Su Han struck swiftly, giving Soul Hook no chance to catch his breath. He, too, aimed for a quick resolution. He connected his soul to the Netherworld, drawing in an aura of murkiness that quickly settled on Soul Hook. He then deployed the Cursing Power Technique, weakening Soul Hook’s power.

”You actually know the art of curses, and you can even communicate with the Netherworld?” Soul Hook was shocked once again. His Heaven and Earth Physique was Black Impermanence, a powerful being from the Netherworld, making him particularly sensitive to its aura. He had instantly sensed Su Han’s actions.

A perfect opportunity!

Sensing the shock in Soul Hook’s Heart Spirit, a sharp glint flashed in Su Han’s eyes as he swiftly seized the once-in-a-lifetime chance.

”Divine Prohibition Heavenly Method!”

”Origin Technique: Heavier than Tai Mount!”

”Origin Technique: Myriad Encompassing Heavenly Attraction!”

Su Han unleashed the Origin Technique and Divine Method simultaneously. Catching Soul Hook while his Heart Spirit was in turmoil, the techniques struck home. Soul Hook’s body instantly stiffened as if he were a statue, completely unable to move.

”Thunderbolt Seven Absolute Slashes!”

Grasping the Black Blade, Su Han activated the two Demonic Patterns on it. At the same time, he used the ’Battle’ Character Secret to execute the Thunderbolt Seven Absolute Slashes. Thunder instantly rumbled throughout the valley as the Bloodthirsty Demonic Flame and the Soul Devouring Demon Mist emerged from the Black Blade.

CRACK!

This slash transformed into a hundred-meter blade beam, weaving together the Bloodthirsty Demonic Flame, the Soul Devouring Demon Mist, and thunder. Each element was a destructive energy capable of not only obliterating the physical body but also damaging the sea of consciousness. It was terrifyingly powerful.

Not good!

Although Soul Hook’s body was immobilized, his Divine Sense was still active. Seeing the hundred-meter blade beam rapidly approaching, his pupils contracted to the size of pinpricks. The sense of crisis in his heart was more intense than ever before. He frantically circulated his Spiritual Energy, trying to break free from the Divine Prohibition Heavenly Method’s restraint. By comparison, the other effects were not as lethal.

Hurry up and break!

Soul Hook gritted his teeth, roaring inwardly as he frantically circulated his Spiritual Energy and deployed every technique at his disposal.

He was, after all, a Third Layer Heavenly King Realm powerhouse and no ordinary prodigy. At the last possible moment, he finally succeeded in breaking free from the Divine Prohibition Heavenly Method’s restraint.

”Teleportation!”

Without hesitation, Soul Hook swiftly used the Art of Teleportation, attempting to dodge the fatal slash.

The blade beam sliced through the space where he had been as Soul Hook’s figure vanished. The attack failed to kill him, but it was not without its rewards.

A bloodstained arm plummeted from mid-air. Its severed end was charred black, completely devoid of life force.

Three hundred meters away, Soul Hook’s figure emerged from the void, looking exceptionally miserable.

His left arm was severed at the root, blood pouring out unstoppably. Demonic Qi invaded his body through the wound. His already pale complexion was now utterly colorless, as if coated with a layer of white ash.

He had nearly been killed, a fact that left him with lingering fear. His gaze toward Su Han was now filled with dread.

He had some understanding of Su Han. The Demon Slayer Sect had a mission to hunt him, so he knew Su Han came from a small country in Qingzhou. He had no background and humble origins.

He couldn’t comprehend how a country bumpkin from such a backwater place could have mastered so many powerful Martial Techniques. Furthermore, his combat experience was so rich—even more abundant than his own as a seasoned fighter—that he himself had nearly been killed.

This was simply inconceivable!

At this moment, Soul Hook felt an intense sense of threat. Su Han is too monstrously talented. Since we are already enemies, I must find a way to eliminate him, or the future consequences will be endless.

Right now, their situation was not favorable. Huang Shu was being suppressed by Tongyan, and Du Yuemei was tied down by the Shore Flower Clone. Now that he had lost an arm, he was even less of a match for Su Han.

If this continues, forget reclaiming the Dragon Slaying Demon Banner—all three of us might die here. No, this can’t go on. The Dragon Slaying Demon Banner must be reclaimed, and Su Han must die. As long as Su Han is killed, the doppelganger will self-destruct. Then, Du Yuemei and Huang Shu can join forces and will surely defeat Tongyan.

Soul Hook steeled his heart, deciding to risk his life. If he couldn’t kill Su Han, the situation would only become more dangerous.

With this in mind, Soul Hook no longer hesitated. He closed his eyes. The life force in his body began to fade rapidly, while the Death Qi around him grew increasingly dense.

”Death Qi Fusion, Impermanence Claiming Lives!”

”Su Han, if Yama decrees your death at the third watch, who dares keep you alive till the fifth!”