Faced with Mo Shiu's aggressive demeanor, Li Ming lost his courage in an instant, his heart filled with endless fear and pressure. However, he quickly recalled his past experiences in the company; those who made demands directly were often in a weaker position. Since Mo Shiu was making a request of him at that moment, it meant he had leverage to use.
Li Ming took a deep breath, striving to calm himself. He understood that Mo Shiu needed him as a vessel to achieve a certain goal, which meant he was not entirely powerless. With this realization, Li Ming's fear diminished somewhat, and he began to rethink his situation.
"Since you have made a request, you are inherently in need of someone else. You cannot let your strong stance throw you off balance," Li Ming told himself internally. The corners of his mouth twitched slightly, and a glimmer of calmness and determination flashed in his eyes. He thought to himself that since Mo Shiu wanted to use him, he could turn the tables and use Mo Shiu in return.
"Alright then, since you say so..." Li Ming raised his head, his tone carrying a hint of calmness and contemplation. "But before I make any decisions, I need to know more. Your past, your motives, and your relationship with the demon clan. Only then can I make the right choice."
Mo Shiu's gaze flickered with surprise and displeasure, but he did not immediately retort. Li Ming's composure and rationality surprised him somewhat, but he knew that this human was not entirely without value.
"You want to know about my past and motives?" Mo Shiu's deep voice held a trace of mockery and disdain. "Very well, Li Ming, I will tell you some things. After all, understanding each other is the foundation of cooperation."
Li Ming nodded, suppressing the tension within him and striving to appear more composed. He understood that this was a psychological battle, and he had to remain calm to gain the upper hand in this confrontation.
"First of all, I do not belong to the demon clan," Mo Shiu said coldly, his eyes flashing with red light. "I am a powerful cultivator who does not belong to any faction. My goal is to conquer the three realms and make all living beings submit to me."
Just as Li Ming was about to ask more questions, Mo Shiu suddenly stood up, a cold smile on his lips. "Before you continue asking... don't you realize what is happening to your body?"
Li Ming looked at Mo Shiu with suspicion, filled with confusion and unease. He instinctively touched his body and hesitantly replied, "What’s wrong? There’s nothing wrong with me."
Mo Shiu did not answer; instead, he suddenly unleashed a massive Red Aura from his hands that struck Li Ming directly. Li Ming was taken aback; his body instinctively tried to evade the attack but found itself unable to move. The Red Aura quickly enveloped him, overwhelming him with an immense pressure.
At that moment, Li Ming's body involuntarily began to glow, revealing a golden mark on his hand. The mark emitted a faint golden light as if it were resisting the Red Aura.
"What is this?" Li Ming exclaimed, staring at his hand in disbelief. His heart raced, his breath quickened, and he was filled with endless confusion and fear.
Mo Shiu chuckled coldly, a glint of chilling light flashing in his eyes. "This is the reason I have been observing you, Li Ming." His voice was deep and authoritative. "You possess a powerful force within you, a top-secret Curse Seal belonging to the Hidden Clan, the Divine Binding Seal."
Upon hearing that name, Li Ming felt a shiver run down his spine. He knew that this Curse Seal must be extremely important, yet he knew nothing about it. "The Divine Binding Seal... what is it?" His voice trembled with uncertainty and anxiety.
Mo Shiu sneered, his tone dripping with disdain and mockery. "The Divine Binding Seal is an exceedingly rare Curse Seal, used only by the upper echelons of the Hidden Clan. It can lock away a person's spiritual power, preventing them from fully unleashing their strength. But at the same time, it can also awaken the immense power hidden within you."
Li Ming was stunned and confused; he understood that this power within him could change everything, but he had no idea how to handle it. "Then... why do I have this Curse Seal?" His voice was filled with doubt and unease.
Mo Shiu grasped Li Ming's shoulders tightly, his hands moving rhythmically as if performing some ancient and mysterious incantation. Li Ming felt a tingling sensation on his skin, as if something was being stripped away from him—a feeling both foreign and terrifying. His body trembled involuntarily, overwhelmed by endless fear and anxiety.
Mo Shiu's gaze grew more focused, beads of sweat forming on his forehead. His hands danced quickly and precisely, each movement radiating a mysterious glow. Suddenly, a golden light flashed across Li Ming's left chest, followed by a sharp pain. He looked down to see that the glowing mark on his chest had dimmed significantly, as if it were fading away.
"What is... happening?" Li Ming managed to ask through gritted teeth, his voice filled with terror and confusion. His heart raced, breath quickened, and he was engulfed in endless bewilderment and unease.
"The Divine Binding Seal within you is being stripped away by me," Mo Shiu replied coldly, a cruel glimmer in his eyes. "This mark restricts your power; only by removing it can you truly harness your potential."
Li Ming felt a searing pain in his chest as if countless needles were piercing his skin. His breath became rapid, vision blurred; he could barely stand upright. He knew this was an excruciating process but also understood that it was a challenge he had to face.
"Hold on for a moment, Li Ming," Mo Shiu said coldly, continuing his movements as golden light flickered incessantly on Li Ming's chest. "This is a painful process, but only through this can you break free from the control of the Hidden Clan and become a true powerhouse."
Li Ming gritted his teeth, enduring the intense pain in his chest. He knew he had to persevere no matter how difficult it became. His vision grew increasingly blurry, consciousness fading gradually; yet he held on tightly, unwilling to give up.
"Very good, Li Ming, you are almost there," Mo Shiu's voice was deep and cold, as if encouraging Li Ming to persist. "Once the Divine Binding Seal is completely removed, you will possess unparalleled power and become the ruler of this world."
Li Ming felt a wave of weakness and despair wash over him, but he knew he could not give up. He had to find a way out, no matter how difficult it might be. His vision gradually cleared, and the pain in his chest began to subside.
Suddenly, a burst of intense light erupted from Li Ming's chest, and he felt a powerful force surging within him. As this force exploded forth, the mark on his chest vanished completely, replaced by a golden radiance that shimmered like countless stars.
"What... what is this?" Li Ming stared in astonishment at his chest, his voice filled with endless confusion and surprise.
"This is your power, Li Ming." Mo Shiu let out a cold laugh, a glint of chilling light flashing in his eyes. "The potential within you has finally been unleashed. Now, you will possess unmatched strength and become the ruler of this world."
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