Chapter 18: Killing the Young Yasha King

Lin Jiufeng realized that the group surrounding the Young Yasha King was composed of individuals with impressive backgrounds. Among them was the Young King of the Shura clan, an obvious member of the Shura tribe, and Yue Xianzi, the object of the Young Yasha King's affection, whose origin could not be ordinary.

Their presence made the Young Yasha King reluctant to act rashly, as he was a person who cared about face. Noticing this, Lin Jiufeng said, "Young Yasha King, I don't want to cause trouble. Since you fear my identity as a human, I'll leave. But remember, next time when you issue a bounty, make sure to clarify the details in advance."

The Young Yasha King's pride was wounded, and he sneered coldly, "What do I have to fear? You're just a little human from the Twelfth-Forbidden realm. Since you accepted the task, come along. Watch as your human predecessors fall at the hands of my Yasha clan experts. Enjoy it while you can."

Lin Jiufeng chuckled and replied nonchalantly, "I'm just a wanderer, free and unrestrained. The human clan didn't raise or teach me, so why should I concern myself with them? As long as I can earn some divine source, that's enough for me."

The Young Yasha King snorted, "Fine, follow me. From now on, stick with me. Don't worry, once we find that human, I'll reward you with divine source."

Saint Beast Qilin, at Lin Jiufeng's side, whispered, "This Young Yasha King has bad intentions."

Lin Jiufeng responded with his mind, "I know he's plotting something. He wants to keep me close and kill me once we reach an uninhabited area. But I have the same plan."

Outwardly, Lin Jiufeng agreed and followed the Young Yasha King into the Cloud Dream Marsh.

When they reached the marsh, the Young Shura King noticed the small, yellow dog by Lin Jiufeng's side and laughed, "Is this from the Heavenly Dog clan? With an eleven-forbidden cultivation, its body must be well-refined. Killing and eating it would be a treat."

The others laughed heartily, and the Young Yasha King eyed the Saint Beast Qilin with interest, licking his lips.

The others laughed even louder.

Saint Beast Qilin shot a glare at the Young Shura King and stayed silent beside Lin Jiufeng.

The Young Shura King, unfazed, turned to Lin Jiufeng and said, "Human brat, how about selling me your yellow dog for three thousand pounds of divine source?"

Lin Jiufeng frowned and refused outright, "This isn't a funny joke."

The Young Shura King narrowed his eyes. "I'm not joking. I really want to eat dog meat."

Lin Jiufeng locked eyes with him.

At the Fourteen Forbidden: Great Dao Golden Core realm.

If he wanted to, he could have killed him right then.

"Alright, aren't we here to search for the Sword God Emperor Liu? Discussing eating dog meat here is embarrassing. If you really want dog meat, go back to the Shura clan and have some there." Yue Xianzi interrupted impatiently.

The Young Yasha King immediately agreed, "Right, we're here to search for Sword God Emperor Liu's whereabouts. Let's put other things aside. Thanks to all of you for helping my Yasha clan."

"No need for thanks. Our clans signed a mutual aid treaty, so when the Yasha clan is in trouble, we must help," Yue Xianzi said.

"I didn't expect the Dream Butterfly clan would send Yue Xianzi. She's a once-in-a-millennium rainbow butterfly from the Dream Butterfly clan, destined to ascend to immortality. My Yasha clan is honored to have her here," the Young Yasha King flattered, his gaze never leaving Yue Xianzi, oblivious to the disgusted looks from those around him.

Yue Xianzi was somewhat uncomfortable with the flattery, and took a deep breath. "Let's not waste time. We need to search quickly. The Cloud Dream Marsh is vast and extremely dangerous, so we must stay vigilant."

The Young Yasha King immediately nodded, "Brothers, thank you all for coming. We'll start searching now. If anyone finds anything, signal us."

After that, the Young Yasha King moved closer to Yue Xianzi.

But Yue Xianzi spoke first, "I'll choose a direction and explore alone. I'll contact you if I find anything."

Whoosh!

She swiftly transformed into a stream of colorful light and disappeared into the Cloud Dream Marsh.

The Young Yasha King was left embarrassed and irritated.

The Young Shura King sneered, "Now I see, you and that human brat's pet are quite similar."

"You..." The Young Yasha King glared at him.

But the Young Shura King ignored him and immediately took off, heading into the Cloud Dream Marsh.

One by one, the others followed suit, soon leaving only Lin Jiufeng, Saint Beast Qilin, and the Young Yasha King.

The Young Yasha King, his fury barely contained, glanced at Lin Jiufeng and ordered, "Follow me."

Whoosh!

He flew into the Cloud Dream Marsh, and Lin Jiufeng and Saint Beast Qilin followed behind.

They traveled until they reached a massive mountain range, towering high into the sky, its peaks breaking through the clouds. The mountains were lush at the base and capped with snow, creating a breathtaking dual landscape.

The Young Yasha King stopped there, waiting for Lin Jiufeng and Saint Beast Qilin to catch up.

His aura was turbulent as he stood in midair, his expression unreadable.

Lin Jiufeng and Saint Beast Qilin exchanged a look. Saint Beast Qilin's pupils shifted, and he froze in place.

Lin Jiufeng began to distract the Young Yasha King. He greeted, "Why have we stopped here?"

Boom!

In response, a thunderous punch slammed toward him, the sound like a thunderclap that echoed through the mountain peaks.

The Young Yasha King's face was cold as he emotionlessly said, "You hurt my Yasha clan's people, yet you dare follow me? Do you really think I'm a magnanimous person?"

Lin Jiufeng wasn't surprised. He immediately retaliated, delivering a punch that collided with the Young Yasha King's, sending shockwaves through the void. The powerful physical force caused Lin Jiufeng to stagger back three steps.

The Young Yasha King, on the other hand, was forced back nine steps, staring at Lin Jiufeng in disbelief.

"Your physical strength…" The Young Yasha King said, stunned, but his words were cut off as he was suddenly frozen in place.

The space around him solidified, squeezing him tightly, and no matter how much he tried to unleash the Great Dao Golden Core power inside him, it was futile.

Lin Jiufeng wouldn't miss this rare opportunity.

With a flash of his eyes, he used spatial shift to appear beside the Young Yasha King, then unleashed a fierce blow up close—Human Dao!

Lin Jiufeng's energy transformed into a painting that flew out in an instant. In a mere moment, it enveloped the struggling Young Yasha King and imprinted his entire life onto the canvas.

"No…" The Young Yasha King screamed in terror as his body rapidly withered and died.