Chapter 1480: I Bet You Don’t Dare To Crush The Earth Extreme Silent Pearl
Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
In the void space, the True Dragon’s power covered the surroundings. A red energy surged as though wanting to annihilate the power blocking its path.
Hong Yuye’s gaze was icy as she looked at the True Dragon that covered the entire sky.
“Ancestral Dragon, how long do you think you can hold me back?”
A voice devoid of emotion responded, “In the past, I might have hesitated, but now, what’s the difference between us?”
The voice continued, “Why interfere in the disputes of our clan? Our only goal is that dragon. Born extraordinary, such dragons have only appeared twice throughout history. Why should we not strive for her? What’s wrong with that? Why should humans stand in our way?
“Did we not fight alongside the Human Emperor to conquer the world? If not for our contributions, where would humanity be today? We only seek to follow a path, and yet the humans would obstruct us? Isn’t that a bit ungrateful? You chase the endless Dao, but should our Dragon Clan be denied the same pursuit?”
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Hong Yuye looked at the True Dragon with a steely gaze and said in a low voice, “Back then, did you even have a choice? Without following the Human Emperor, your Dragon Clan would have been wiped out.”
“You speak as though there was no merit in our deeds. Even at the cost of my life, I helped you suppress the Saint Bandit,” said the Ancestral Dragon with an indifferent voice.
He was merely spitting facts.
“Don’t lump me in with your kind,” Hong Yuye retorted in an icy voice. “Whatever happens to the Dragon Clan, the Immortal Clan, or the human race doesn’t matter to me. Now, get out of my way.”
As her words fell, a storm of crimson energy surged forward.
The Ancestral Dragon’s form moved, but he did not have the slightest intention of giving in.
“Senior, you’re truly as ruthless as they say. But this urgency… this is unlike you.”
Neither he nor Hong Yuye paused in their clash of power.
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Boom!
Jiang Hao crashed into the mountain peak, and the impact crushed the mountain into fragments.
Besides the Heavenly Blade, all of Jiang Hao’s defensive and offensive treasures shattered.
Jiang Hao, who was barely standing, spat out a mouthful of blood.
He could no longer circulate the power in his body.
He stood where he was and saw Ao Shi looking down at him.
“Since we’ve captured her, it’s time to end this…” Ao Shi stepped forward. His fists were already in motion.
Jiang Hao, who was severely injured, knew that he would not be able to withstand this attack.
If it hit him, his life would end.
A moment ago, he felt the imprint on his chest prick him, but Hong Yuye had not appeared.
It meant that she could not come.
Maybe the Dragon Clan had made various preparations to stop her and capture Xiao Li.
Jiang Hao cursed himself for being so meddlesome.
Ever since Xiao Li entered the sect, he had involved himself in her affairs. Otherwise, he would not be in this situation.
There was no turning back from this point.
Just as Ao Shi’s fists were about to strike him, a pearl appeared in front of Jiang Hao.
It was a purple pearl laced with green. The green light pulsing with a hunger for flesh.
The moment he saw the bead, Ao Shi’s pupils constricted. In an emergency, he dispersed his attack.
Ao Shi’s eyes narrowed as he halted his attack and took a cautious step back.
“Is that…?”
“The Earth Extreme Silent Pearl,” said Jiang Hao as blood dripped down his chin. “I assume you know about it, Senior?”
Ao Shi had never seen it before.
A shiver ran down his spine.
Although he had never seen it before, he had heard of it.
“How did this come into your possession?” Ao Shi asked.
Jiang Hao did not answer his question. Instead, he held the Earth Extreme Silent Pearl in front of him. “My offer still stands. If you act as though you never saw her and leave now, I will owe you three favors. I swear it on my Dao.”
Ao Shi sneered. “Your talent must be extraordinary.”
“Not really,” Jiang Hao said, “but I’ve been lucky, and my cultivation has progressed quickly. It took me a hundred years to become an immortal.”
“A hundred years to become an immortal?” Ao Shi sounded impressed. “That’s quick. How many in history can compare to you? Only the greatest of the clans can produce such talent. But your genius shines only among humans. Compared to a True Dragon, you’re insignificant.”
Ao Shi did not let Jiang Hao respond. “What’s that girl to you?”
“She’s my Junior Sister,” Jiang Hao said.
“Did she save your life or do you a favor?” Ao Shi asked.
“Neither,” Jiang Hao said.
Ao Shi smiled. “You are a peerless genius of this age, with a future of limitless potential. Are you willing to throw that away over nothing?”
Jiang Hao looked at him but did not say anything.
“You’ve already done something remarkable by bringing out that pearl for someone with no deep ties to you. But have you considered the consequences of shattering it?” Ao Shi asked.
Ao Shi took a step forward. “If you crush that pearl, I will die, you will die, and that girl will die as well. Is that the outcome you want?”
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Jiang Hao’s eyes widened in realization.
Ao Shi continued, “What sense does it make to trade your endless future for the life of another? Even if you manage to kill me, you’ll still die. Is that truly worth it for a girl who would die alongside you? You’re not trying to save her; you’re condemning her to death with your own hands.”
His words struck Jiang Hao’s heart like knives.
“I won’t kill you. You can walk away now, live on, and seek your revenge on me in the future if you wish. If you’re so confident in your potential, live to see another day. When you’re strong enough, come find me, and make me regret my choice today.”
Ao Shi stepped past Jiang Hao. “Put that pearl away and leave. That’s the smartest thing to do.”
As he walked away, Ao Shi was confident that this boy, when he calmed down, would never dare to shatter that pearl.
Without the immediate threat of death, what reason would he have to risk his life?
Yet, the lingering fear in Ao Shi’s heart was genuine.
He wanted to leave as soon as possible.
Jiang Hao stood there. His thoughts were a whirlwind, and he struggled to find a solution.
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In the East, Si Cheng was drinking wine and calculating something with his fingers. His breathing became agitated.
Then, he threw his gourd and splashed the wine across the sky.
In the end, he collapsed in exhaustion.
“Chaos…” Si Cheng’s face darkened. “Complete chaos… The danger is imminent.”
“Do you know why this is happening?” a middle-aged man asked.
Si Cheng shook his head. “I don’t know… but whatever happens, it’ll hinge on this single moment. It’s better to keep an eye on the South.”
“All preparations are in place,” said the man gravely. “We’re ready for any changes.”