"Elder, please forgive me for my audacity to ask. What is the meaning of 'semblance' you mentioned? I have never felt any hidden power within me either," said Zhi Hao in confusion.
"Follow me!" Elder Wi Dar's voice sounded mysterious. He then approached a Mirror and, with a dazzling step, penetrated it as if it were soft. Zhi Hao froze, his eyes wide in disbelief. "Come on in, don't hesitate." Uncertainty was clearly visible on Zhi Hao's face. Although confused as to how the Mirror could possibly be penetrated, he did not ask any further questions, determined to find the answer. "Maybe behind all this is hidden the secret of my strength. I have to get up, I can no longer feel like I'm useless," he thought with burning determination. With a new boost of courage, Zhi Hao took steady steps towards the Mirror. Quick as lightning, his world changed—he was now on an Island floating in the boundless sky. "This place is the Tomb of the God of Destruction. "He left important notes and I am his keeper," said Wi Dar in a voice full of secrets and mystery. "Look and open the Chest. Its contents will guide you to extraordinary power!" Smiling mysteriously, Elder Wi Dar gave Zhi Hao a challenging look. With unsteady but determined steps, Zhi Hao approached the Coffin, his eyes shining brightly like the light of hope hidden among the darkness. With deep reverence, he cupped his fists in front of his chest, exclaiming in a voice filled with solemnity, "If this is indeed the destiny that has been written for me, may your power flow into me and become part of the destiny that I will carve!" in the distance, through the image in the mirror that was slowly fading, Wi Dar watched with teary eyes, delivering a final message, "Good luck, Human Boy!" With a ragged breath, Zhi Hao began to push the lid of the coffin. The weight was beyond words, as if to question Zhi Hao's courage and determination.When the lid of the coffin was lifted, the cold and ancient power began to hit his face, making Zhi Hao almost unable to stand, but he still persisted, because he knew, this moment was a moment that would change the entire course of his life. Suddenly, a mysterious figure floated in the air, emitting an aura of remaining energy, a legacy of those who had passed away as their heirs. The figure stared sharply at Zhi Hao. "Young Man, call me Master!" he said in a voice that echoed in Zhi Hao's heart. With respect, Zhi Hao immediately bowed and hit his head on the floor as he said, "Zhi Hao greets Master!" Happiness overflowed within him, a joy that was difficult to express in words. "Fate has brought you to me in an extraordinary way," continued the figure in a tone full of mystery. "Even though your true power has not been awakened, the book I have will lead you to invincible glory. Remember, young man, power is not everything. be who you really are." “I will engrave Master's teachings in my heart,” Zhi Hao responded with burning determination. "I will be a disciple who will not disappoint Master." "You are indeed worthy of this. "The remaining time of my soul won't be long, use that time to practice hard," advised the Master, his voice starting to fade. "One more thing you need to know. Find someone who has mastered the techniques in this book. He is the Traitor Disciple that you must face and defeat with your own hands." Those words were like thunder that boomed in Zhi Hao's ears, making him vow to find and face the Traitor Disciple, ending the betrayal with the justice taught by his Master. a promise that will bring big changes in his life. “But, how can I defeat him, Master? Whereas he learned it earlier!” Zhi Hao asked. “There is a book that I put in a house. It was the Complete Version of the Heaven Crushing Scripture. so if you are able to master it all. You will be able to beat him. But of course your cultivation must be high. At least reach God King.” "Impossible," complained Zhi Hao in a tone full of disappointment. "I have prepared several important items in this Storage Ring for my heir. Your blood is the key, drop it on this ring on my finger." The Master's last words were heard clearly before his figure began to fade into a thin mist. "Fulfill your promise," whispered the voice into the gently blowing wind. “Okay Master, I swear to find and kill him.” Zhi Hao engraved his oath. Zhi Hao bowed deeply, paying his last respects to his teacher who was now only a skeleton. With a trembling heart, he took the ring on the Master's thumb and bit the tip of his own finger. A drop of red blood fell onto the ring, which instantly absorbed it and emitted a dazzling light all around. Suddenly, the world around Zhi Hao changed. He now stood in a large house with a large medicinal garden, accompanied by a deep sense of comfort. "What exactly is this place?" Zhi Hao muttered while standing in front of the door of a house that looked old and worn. With a pounding heart, he knocked on the door and called out but no one answered. He pushed the door and was surprised to find it was not locked. He walked unsteadily into a house that seemed to hold a thousand mysteries. "Is this really the house Master was talking about?" he whispered in a heart full of doubts as he continued to walk forward. In the middle of the room, a book floated mysteriously, as if waiting for his arrival. "Heaven Crushing Scripture!" Zhi Hao muttered in awe and fascination. The name itself is heavy and full of power. He took a deep breath, then with trembling hands, moved closer to take it. Zhi Hao then sat cross-legged solemnly, took a deep breath before slowly opening the book that would change the course of fate. "Chapter One. This is about Energy processing...." the sound of his heart beating fast as his eyes traced each word with anticipation, starting a journey that would determine his future.Every time dawn breaks, Zhi Hao stands tall at the top of Mount Qianlong, where the air is still clear of the noise of the world. His right leg was tied tightly to a pine tree branch that grew on the edge of the cliff, while his body floated in the air, depending only on the strength of the rope and his body's balance. His eyes were closed, his breathing evenly following the natural rhythm of his surroundings. The mountain wind blew gently, challenging the stability of his body which was already at its limit.In the afternoon, after performing a series of physical exercises that had been prescribed by the Heaven Crushing Scripture, Zhi Hao returned to the same peak. This time, sweat dripped down his tense face, showing how hard his training had been. His left leg was now tied, and he was hanging upside down, facing the sky which was starting to turn orange as the sun set. Every movement is a struggle, every breath is an effort to maintain focus and balance.Zhi Hao bit his lip when th
Wi Dar, with his tactics and courage, led the Wi Clan Troops in the middle of a tense battlefield. He gripped his sword tightly, fighting against the sudden wave of attacks from the Fu Clan. in the fierce battle, many of his brothers in arms died, and a deep sadness struck his heart when he saw Wi Village destroyed to pieces.On the other hand, Wi Dung, who was previously evacuating children and the elderly, now returned with burning eyes, ready to face the enemy. His strong figure entered the fighting arena, but his heart was immediately hit by a wound when he saw Wi Dar bleeding from Fu Yao's sword. gasping for breath, he shouted, "Elder!"At that moment, a shock occurred that cut his breath. A silhouette fell before Wi Dung's eyes. With sharp eyes, he examined and immediately recognized the figure who had long disappeared from his memory. "Isn't that Zhi Hao, the Human Child that I helped?" he whispered almost in disbelief. The aura emanating from Zhi Hao was no longer weak, but a
The faces of the Fu Clan followers who had just returned looked pale and exhausted, as if they were carrying unstoppable bad news."Why did you come home with Lesu?" The Fu Clan Leader looked at the people who returned. "Where is Fu Yao?""Master Yao was killed." one of them, breathlessly, reported the incident that left everyone speechless in fear and confusion."What?" Fu Tao stood up in shock. "How could it be, he is a master tactician, defeating Wi Dar is not a problem for himMoreover, his cultivation is quite high too.""Sir, we have fought as hard as we can. The fight against Elder Wi Dar was tough, but we were able to overcome it. We are almost in complete control," said one of the followers in a trembling voice.However, just as their confidence reached its peak, the situation suddenly changed drastically. "But, when we thought we were close to winning, a mysterious person came. He appeared unexpectedly, with extraordinary speed and strength falling from the sky."Fu Tao, the
Zhi Hao immersed himself in deep meditation, his determination firm to venture into the Ring World. With his eyes closed and breathing evenly, he thought, "This is really real!" Curiosity aroused, but he was still not sure whether it was only his spirit that felt this or whether his entire physical body was also involved.In a meditative state, Zhi Hao came to the armory hidden in the Qianlong Residence. with hands shaking with anticipation, he opened the dusty old chest and selected a bow. "If I had to fight them alone," he muttered under his breath, "I would have to pick a head target from a distance with this arrow."With a deep breath, Zhi Hao imagined himself moving. When he opened his eyes, reality exceeded expectations—he was actually in the room where he was staying temporarily. However, the bigger surprise was, the bow he previously held was still in his grasp, as if refusing to be abandoned.Qianlong Bracelet, seeming to sense Zhi Hao's astonishment, said in a mysterious ton
The night enveloped Wi Village in darkness, like a woven cloth decorated with the whisper of the wind and the rhythmic chirping of crickets.Several villagers patrolled, their footsteps muffled by the dew-wet ground, moving silently in the darkness.Among them is Wi Pek, an old man with ears sharper than an eagle. His sense of hearing picked up a sound - a low, deep and resonant hum, coming from the shadows beyond the rice fields.Wi Pek's eyes, although clouded by the fog of age, radiated a spark of alertness. he recognized the voice instantly. It was Wi Rang, the black tiger, Wi Dung's pet.Wi Rang, despite his wild blood, was raised in Wi Village since he was a tiger cub. He bears the surname Wi, proof of his acceptance in society, even though his lineage is different.The patrol stopped, their breaths caught in their chests.Wi Rang emerged from the darkness, a majestic silhouette under the moonlit sky. It was a creature of great power, its black fur gleaming like polished obsidi
The series of sounds of weapons sounded terrifying, accompanied by screams of pain, death and agony from the injuries suffered.The Wi Clan people were very weak now, they were retreating slowly, even Wi Dung who was the leader lost one arm, while the Black Tiger was growling, there were several stab wounds on his body. but many of the enemy were also injured. especially after the arrival of Zhi Hao to help with an arrow from behind. Now that Zhi Hao was on the front line, he couldn't let the Fu Clan run rampant. "Young man, were you the one who killed my little brother?" Fu Tao asked, looking at the unwavering Zhi Hao. "Is the person you mean, the person who only has one eye?" Zhi Hao asked. He didn't really want to answer, but in order to buy time for the Patriarch of the Wi Clan to come, he had to speak. with his current strength, he wasn't sure he could defeat all of them who were actually at the average Earth level.Zhi Hao was informed by Wi Dung that the Patriarch of the Wi C
Fu Tao bounced several steps back, his face expressed deep shock as wrinkles of tension filled his forehead. In disbelief, he witnesses the surprising strength of Zhi Hao, the boy who came to Wi Lung's aid.On the other hand, Zhi Hao, did not expect that his attack not only succeeded in saving Wi Lung but also pushed the enemy back. "Am I that strong?" he muttered, his heart pounding.Inside Zhi Hao's head, Qianlong said proudly, "Which God of Destruction Technique could possibly compete with any other technique? Definitely, far superior!"Hearing those words, Zhi Hao replied, "Who exactly are youIf you have any clues for me, tell me, I'm ready to accept." However, no answer came.With swift and alert movements, Zhi Hao approached Fu Tao who was still confused by the reality that had just slapped him in the face.Seizing this golden opportunity, Zhi Hao prepared to test other techniques. "Second Level Lightning Sword Technique – God's Anger!"The moment before Zhi Hao released his att
"Elder Dur, can I ask you a favor?" Zhi Hao looked at Elder Wi Dur with eyes full of hope."What would you like, son?" Wi Dur also asked, his tone soft but full of authority."I want to return to the Human World!" Zhi Hao said, his voice trembling slightly.wi Dur frowned, "What for? Isn't it more comfortable here? Besides, it seems you're not welcome there either.""Even so, I still want to go home. I want to look for clues my mother left behind," said Zhi Hao, his eyes filled with tears."Hmm," Wi Dur sighed, "I can't stop you. But if that's your determination, you have to fight to get out of here alone. Do you see the top of the mountain?" Wi Dur pointed towards a towering mountain peak in the distance.“I saw it,” Zhi Hao replied, his eyes following the direction of Elder Wi Dur's finger."There is Yellow Bamboo growing there and you have to look for Temuruas Bamboo. If you find it, take it and bring it here," said Wi Dur, his voice sounded cold but filled with hope.Zhi Hao was s
That night, Zhi Hao prepared his next move. Calm and composed, he stood in a dimly lit room at his temporary base, illuminated only by the faint glow of a small lantern. Before him lay a map of Linggau City, marked with strategic annotations.Black 5 returned from his reconnaissance, bowing respectfully before speaking. "Master, the hooded man appears to have connections with the shadow group from the West. They’ve been using the teahouse on the city outskirts as a temporary meeting place, but their movements are swift and difficult to track."Zhi Hao didn’t respond immediately, his sharp gaze fixed on the map. "How many people did you see?""At least seven, including the hooded man. Four looked like seasoned mercenaries, while the other two seemed to be intermediaries or messengers."Zhi Hao nodded slowly, then shifted his gaze to a burly man standing in the corner—He Lian, one of his combat commanders. "He Lian, assemble the team. We begin the operation tonight."He Lian grinned bro
The dark night enveloped Linggau City. In a luxurious inn on the outskirts, the mysterious man sat in a dimly lit room. Several documents were scattered on the table before him. He gazed at them calmly, lifting his teacup and taking a sip.A plain-looking man entered the room quietly and bowed respectfully. "Everything is going according to plan, sir. Zhi Hao continues to pressure the Ling and Huai Clans. Tensions between them are escalating."The mysterious man placed his cup down and nodded slowly. "Good. Has the document reached Zhi Hao?"The man nodded. "Yes, sir. An anonymous courier managed to slip it into one of his frequent haunts. He must have read it by now."The mysterious man smirked, his eyes gleaming coldly. "Zhi Hao will see it as a golden opportunity. He’ll use the document to humiliate the Ling Clan and possibly provoke direct conflict with the Gray Sky Sect. In the process, he’ll expend considerable resources and energy.""And if he succeeds?" the man asked cautiousl
The following day, Linggau City was shrouded in an invisible tension. Rumors of a potential conflict between the Ling Clan and the Huai Clan spread quickly, leaving merchants and ordinary citizens anxious about their safety. Behind the scenes, Zhi Hao continued to maneuver his pieces, unseen by anyone.In a secluded tea house at the edge of the city, Black 1 sat at one of the tables, conversing with a nervous informant."The Huai Clan has started deploying small forces along the border. They're preparing for something, but Patriarch Ling doesn't seem fully aware of it yet," the informant said in a low voice.Black 1 gave a slight nod. "Keep watching. Make sure we know their every move. Zhi Hao wants this information on time."The informant hurried away, leaving Black 1, who soon melted into the bustling market crowd. He knew Zhi Hao's next steps would be pivotal.Meanwhile, at the Ling Clan residence, Patriarch Ling felt pressure mounting from all sides. Reports about the Huai Clan's
The mysterious man unrolled another small scroll, revealing a document detailing secret transactions. The writing on the paper recorded the shipment of weapons and hidden agreements between the Grey Sky Sect and several small clans in the region. He grinned. "I got this from an informant in the black market. This is proof that the Grey Sky Sect has a contract to supply weapons to the Ling Clan and other clans. If this document reaches Zhi Hao, he'll definitely use it to expose the Ling Clan's betrayal."The younger man sitting across from him, still sharp but appearing less experienced, chuckled softly. "You're truly crafty. With this, Zhi Hao will shift his focus to destroying the Ling Clan while we remain in the shadows."The mysterious man nodded slowly, his eyes gleaming with the calculation of a well-thought-out plan. "And that’s just the beginning. If Zhi Hao and the Ling Clan destroy each other, we only need to wait for the right moment to swoop in and take what's left."The yo
On the other side, at the Ling Clan's residence, Patriarch Ling stood in front of a large window, gazing out at the tranquil garden below. His eyes were vacant, yet his mind was filled with plans and concerns. The sky, tinged with red, seemed to reflect the pressure he was feeling.Ling Mei approached with light steps, but there was tension in her expression. She carried a cup of tea for her father and placed it on the small table beside him."How was your meeting with Zhi Hao?" Patriarch Ling asked without turning, his voice low yet full of attention.Ling Mei sat in the chair near him, adjusting the folds of her long skirt before answering. "He’s clever and hard to read. But I feel he hasn’t completely closed himself off from our approach."Patriarch Ling chuckled softly, but there was no humor in his tone. "Of course. A man like Zhi Hao won't be easily trapped. He plays at a different level, and that makes him dangerous."He took a sip from his teacup, then continued, "However, tim
Ling Mei stood on the balcony of her pavilion, gazing at the starry night sky. Her mind was filled with images of her meeting with Zhi Hao. His sharp words, his cold demeanor yet full of power, and his calculating gaze made her feel both intimidated and captivated."I have to do this," she muttered to herself, trying to gather her courage. Patriarch Ling had entrusted her with the task of approaching Zhi Hao and ensuring the success of the alliance.The following day, Ling Mei began preparing her first step. With the help of her personal maid, she decided to send a private invitation to Zhi Hao, asking him to meet her in the bamboo garden at the edge of Linggau City. The place was quiet and beautiful, far from the bustle of the clan—a location she hoped would make their conversation more personal.The message was delivered by a messenger of the Ling Clan and was received directly by one of the Black. Zhi Hao, who was reviewing documents about the Ling Clan's weaponry at his residence,
Zhi Hao sat casually, his gaze sweeping the room before finally settling on Patriarch Ling. “Let’s get to the point, Patriarch Ling. I don’t like wasting time with pleasantries.”Patriarch Ling was slightly taken aback by the direct tone, but quickly masked his discomfort with a thin smile. “Very well. We would like to propose a marriage between you and my daughter, Ling Mei. This marriage will not only strengthen our relationship but also bring great benefits to both clans.”Ling Mei lowered her head gracefully, appearing shy, but Zhi Hao, with his sharp observation, could see the tension in her face.Zhi Hao smiled faintly, his gaze cold and piercing. “Interesting. But what benefits will the Zhi Clan gain from this marriage?”The elders of the Ling Clan exchanged looks, but Patriarch Ling quickly responded, “Full support from the Ling Clan in any conflicts the Zhi Clan may face. Additionally, the Ling Clan has resources and networks that could strengthen your position.”Zhi Hao chuc
The quiet of the night enveloped the Ling Clan's headquarters, with only the moonlight reflecting off the grand stone walls. Inside the main pavilion, the atmosphere was livelier. Black 1 stealthily crept towards one side of the building, approaching a half-open window. Inside, Patriarch Ling was sitting with five clan elders, their faces serious, indicating the discussion underway."This marriage is a golden opportunity for us," Patriarch Ling said in a low voice, full of authority. His sharp eyes swept across the table, ensuring every elder understood his point. "Zhi Hao is not just a genius, he is the key to our future power."One elder, an old man with gray hair and a long beard, nodded slightly. "But Patriarch, Zhi Hao is known to be difficult to control. If he doesn't agree with our terms, this plan could turn into a threat for us."Patriarch Ling smiled coldly. "We don’t need his consent directly. If he marries Ling Mei, we can slowly use that relationship to gain control. Ling
Zhi Hao stopped in front of the envoy. “I heard you're here with a marriage proposal. Get to the point; I don’t like small talk.”The envoy gave a thin smile, trying to hide his surprise at Zhi Hao's firm demeanor. “Indeed, Young Master. We, on behalf of Patriarch Ling, come with the intention of strengthening the bond between the Ling Clan and the Zhi Clan through marriage.”Zhi Hao stared at the envoy with a neutral expression. “Who am I expected to marry?”“Patriarch Ling’s eldest daughter, Miss Ling Mei. She is known for her intelligence and talent, and is highly respected within our clan,” the envoy answered proudly.Zhi Hao furrowed his brows. The name sounded unfamiliar to him. He had never heard much about Miss Ling Mei, but if she was the eldest daughter of the Patriarch, this marriage clearly had bigger motives.“And what does the Zhi Clan stand to gain from this marriage?” he asked coldly.The envoy smiled, as if he had been expecting this question. “Through this alliance,