In the sky, two figures were locked in a fierce battle, exchanging blows with fists and feet, each move strikingly similar to the last.
Palm against palm, fist against fist, foot against foot.
This was undoubtedly a clash of strength, a raw and unrefined style, yet this was not Yu Jizi.
Though Yu Jizi often appeared eccentric and erratic, his mind was sharper than anyone else's. He would never resort to reckless tactics that would harm himself while trying to defeat an opponent.
However, this time, Yu Jizi had completely transformed. He ignored all of Li Xiaonan's attacks and relentlessly pushed him to the brink.
In an instant, the figure in the air turned into a shadow of blood, most of which belonged to Li Xiaonan.
Yu Jizi touched a wound on his face, running his fingertip through the bright red blood, his expression twisted beyond words.
Li Xiaonan let out a muffled groan, thinking to himself: Has my master gone mad? He looks like a complete maniac!
What on earth happened after he ascended to the celestial realm?
No! I need to get this news out quickly!
Just as Li Xiaonan was about to use his Mental Power, Yu Jizi charged at him again, sneering, "How can you lose focus during a fight?
Have you forgotten your master's teachings? Let me teach you properly!"
That sharp and piercing "properly" made Li Xiaonan's hair stand on end. The Mental Power he had just gathered instantly dissipated.
He muttered inwardly: Is this Dongfang Bubai or Yue Buqun possessing him? Why is it so awkward!
Spitting out a mouthful of bloodied saliva, he thought: It seems I can't hold back any longer! I need to subdue my master first and then take him back to Cloud Sky Pavilion!
With that thought in mind, Li Xiaonan furrowed his brow and unleashed a Heavenly Union Strike.
"Boom!"
"Don't!" Huang Yan screamed as she flew upwards.
When the dazzling light faded, Yu Jizi still stood in the air with a smile on his face.
Although his robe was torn and he looked ragged, his spirit was high, and the amusement in his eyes was increasingly mixed with murderous intent.
He said, "Not bad! But still a bit lacking! Ah, I should say, I've become stronger! Hehehe! Kid, leave your life behind!"
Yu Jizi's expression turned cold as his right hand clawed towards Li Xiaonan's chest.
Li Xiaonan frowned, feeling a bit startled.
In that moment of distraction, a yellow figure blocked his path—it was Huang Yan.
Li Xiaonan gasped, thinking to himself: This is bad!
Huang Yan looked at the approaching Yu Jizi with tears in her eyes but a smile on her face.
There was no hesitation in her gaze; that resolute expression made her heart ache deeply.
Her lips moved, but no sound came out.
She silently thought: Crazy person, if you must kill someone! Then just kill me!
If I die, will you return to normal?
Li Xiaonan gritted his teeth; with his past experiences of self-harm, he immediately guessed what Huang Yan intended to do!
The Orthodox Sect believed that death could awaken the villain—a notion that only existed in novels and dramas.
In real life, the success rate of such situations was far too low.
Basically, the Orthodox Sect is finished, and the villain continues to revel in it.
The Orthodox Sect has died in vain!
Moreover, judging from the Master's previous actions, he must have gone mad! He wouldn't care about the Master's Wife's well-being at all!
No! The Master's Wife must be sent away!
Li Xiaonan furrowed his brows and struck Huang Yan's back with a palm, his speed surpassing even Yu Jizi's.
A black crack suddenly appeared behind Huang Yan.
Huang Yan felt an immense pulling force surge towards her. As her vision blurred, when she regained clarity, she found herself standing on a patch of grass.
Yu Jizi was gone from in front of her, and Li Xiaonan was also nowhere to be seen.
At that moment when Li Xiaonan used Spatial Law to send Huang Yan away, Yu Jizi's hand reached out.
Though it was just a clone, the main body had cultivated the Divine Body. Yet, this body had no defense against Yu Jizi.
"Thud!"
A muffled sound echoed as Yu Jizi's hand pierced effortlessly into Li Xiaonan's chest.
Li Xiaonan frowned, feeling distinctly that his heart was tightly gripped by someone, rendering him immobile.
Yu Jizi chuckled, "I heard you've been doing quite well in the Immortal Realm! I think I'll follow you from now on. By the way! What was that place called... I heard someone mention it last time... Cloud Sky Pavilion! Yes! Next time, don't die so easily! Otherwise, Master will be very bored."
"Uh..." Li Xiaonan felt a sharp pain in his chest, followed by a chilling wind that seeped in, causing his entire body to grow cold.
He stared at the still-beating heart in Yu Jizi's hand and truly felt a shiver run down his spine.
In his heart, he wailed: Boss! Master has gone mad! You need to go back home quickly!
In the Dark World, Li Xiaonan furrowed his brows as he finished reading everything. He turned around, intending to return to Cloud Sky Pavilion.
Mo Shang, who had been closely observing Li Xiaonan's expression, suddenly stepped in front of him, blocking his path. "What are you going to do? Weren't you the one who wanted to gamble? What's this? Are you conceding already?"
A hint of mocking amusement flickered in her eyes as she spoke.
Li Xiaonan frowned slightly and replied, "I have some matters to attend to. We can discuss our wager later."
"Hah! You were the one who wanted to bet with me. Do you expect me to cater to your whims? Li Xiaonan, I agreed to your wager, and it stands for one month starting now! If you refuse, it means you concede!"
Mo Shang was a deity, and she could clearly see the fluctuations in Li Xiaonan's emotions.
Li Xiaonan's frown deepened. Under normal circumstances, he would have been pleased by Mo Shang's agreement to the wager. However, given the current situation with his master, it seemed that resolving that issue would not be so simple.
Although his doppelganger was sacrificed to save Master's Wife, the manner of his demise was particularly cruel!
Moreover, a month was already a tight timeframe.
Even though Mo Shang was also a woman, conquering her within a month would not be easy.
If he went to find his master now, he didn't know how much time it would consume. It appeared that whether he accepted the wager or not, he would ultimately be the one losing!
No! He couldn't let himself be led around like this!
This woman must have sensed something unusual about him; that's why she agreed!
Perhaps he should provoke her a little and turn the tables!
With this thought in mind, Li Xiaonan glanced at Fisher's Song and said, "Fine, I agree. But you must also promise me that for this month, you won't leave my side for even a moment. Otherwise, this wager counts as your loss!"
Mo Shang frowned slightly, pondering for a moment before saying, "Alright! I accept!"
Li Xiaonan was taken aback, not expecting Mo Shang to agree without any additional demands.
He nodded and reached out to wrap his arm around Mo Shang's waist, intending to take her away from there.
However, this instinctive action undoubtedly earned him a slap from her.
Mo Shang stepped back two paces, her face showing an expression of anger as she said, "What do you think you're doing?"
Li Xiaonan chuckled lightly, "It's nothing. Just follow your heart."
With that, he said no more and flew toward the exit of the Dark World.
Meanwhile, Li Dogdan, who had been secretly observing them, shook his head. He swayed his body and managed to return to Dragon Valley before Li Xiaonan.
He muttered to himself, "Oh dear, has Dad's charm diminished?"
In the past, the women would flock to him one after another; it seemed that being a deity was indeed quite challenging.
Just as Li Dogdan was lost in thought, Li Xiaonan and Mo Shang flew up one after the other.
Before Li Dogdan could greet him, Li Xiaonan tugged at him and they left Dragon Valley together.
On the way, both Li Xiaonan and Mo Shang wore grim expressions, while Li Dogdan occasionally chimed in with random comments.
"Dad, where are you rushing off to?"
"Home! Master is in trouble!" Before Li Dogdan could ask further questions, Li Xiaonan directly transmitted his memories to him.
Li Dogdan felt a chill run down his spine as he stammered, "D-Dad... this..."
"Bottom line is we need to hurry back! It might be too late if we don't!"
Li Dogdan frowned slightly and immediately put aside his playful mood. Transforming into a large white dog, he said, "Dad, I'll speed up! I'll take you back!"
Li Xiaonan stared blankly at the enormous dog before him, unable to comprehend its size.
He couldn't help but mutter to himself, "What the hell! This is my son, the Dog Egg!"
Although I named this child Dog Egg, who has ever seen a dog hatch from an egg?
Where's the dignity in that! Even if it's worthless, it shouldn't be negative!
Li Dogdan, unaware of what Li Xiaonan was thinking, clamped his jaws around the back of Li Xiaonan's neck and tossed him onto his back.
From that plump figure emanated two beams of golden light, a gaze that looked down upon the world. Li Dogdan turned to Mo Shang and asked, "Are you coming up?"
Mo Shang looked back at Li Dogdan and thought to herself: Since Pangu opened up the heavens and the earth, only those ancient gods could ride divine beasts. As for us who cultivate later, our status is even lower than these mixed-breed creatures. If I could ride a divine beast just once and experience the treatment of an ancient god, that wouldn't be too bad.
Everyone has a bit of vanity, even gods are no exception.
At this moment, Mo Shang was undoubtedly tempted, but…
She glanced again at Li Xiaonan on Li Dogdan's back and pondered: If I agree to get on, won't that mean being with that man?
No! Absolutely not!
Her previously relaxed brows furrowed once more as Mo Shang frowned and said, "No thanks, I can keep up."
Li Dogdan scoffed, his eyes filled with disdain. "Hmph! Suit yourself! If it weren't for my father's sake, I wouldn't even bother talking to you!"
Mo Shang's face flushed with anger.
Li Xiaonan gently patted Li Dogdan's head, signaling him to stop talking nonsense and hurry back to Cloud Sky Pavilion.
However, this action was completely misinterpreted by Mo Shang.
She followed closely behind Li Dogdan, her gaze fixed on Li Xiaonan's back, her hands involuntarily clenching into tight fists.
Mo Shang thought to himself, Li Xiaonan! If it weren't for you, I wouldn't have to suffer this humiliation!
Just wait! This month’s bet will definitely end with your loss!
You will never see Fisher's Song, that silly girl, again!
Unbeknownst to Li Xiaonan, Mo Shang was lost in his thoughts while he focused entirely on Cloud Sky Pavilion.
It must be said that the gap between divine beasts and Demigods is still quite significant. If Li Xiaonan were to move at his fastest pace, it would take him three days to return to Cloud Sky Pavilion, while Li Dogdan only needed one day.
The archway of Cloud Sky Pavilion stood tall, as if it had merged into the clouds above.
Fluffy white clouds floated by, carrying elegant pavilions that shimmered under the gentle sunlight, creating a breathtaking yet serene scene.
Li Xiaonan couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief as he flew towards the courtyard with the two people behind him.
However, the sight before him once again left him stunned in place.
Yu Jizi was smiling as he played chess with Spirit Weapon, and behind him stood Huang Yan, who also wore a blissful smile.
Sensing Li Xiaonan's arrival, Yu Jizi turned back and smiled, "Li Xiaoyang! Why did you take so long to come back? I was almost bored to death!"
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