Facing the siege from all directions, Chu Hao thought to himself, What the hell is going on!

He had been careless. The True Word Brush was attractive to all sides, as it related to their survival.

Ghosts and Demons considered Taoism their archenemy, and the True Word Brush falling into the hands of Taoists was bad news for them.

So, taking advantage of the fact that the True Word Brush had not yet been taken, Ghost Demons acted one after another.

But did these creatures not see whom they were provoking? Afraid of Taoism, but not afraid of me, Chu Hao?

Chu Hao’s expression remained unchanged, but a faint surge of anger rose, and he shouted, "You rabble of Evil Demons and Ghosts, you dare to besiege this Taoist Master? If I don’t show you some power, you’ll really think I’m easy to bully?"

"Living person, you have no chance! Hand over the True Word Brush."

A chilling coldness emanated from the base of the mountain, and Ghost Shadows appeared one after another. On the forest floor, one could see shadows appearing one by one, yet the figures casting them were nowhere to be seen—an extremely eerie and terrifying sight. They stared at Chu Hao, wanting to tear him to pieces, each expression more horrifying than the last.

Chu Hao was also angered. Brother Hao doesn’t go looking for trouble with you, and yet you dare to come for me? He shouted, "I have no chance? Then let this Taoist Master tell you, today none of you shall escape! I’m about to embark on a killing spree!"

Chu Hao waved his hand, and a gourd appeared. He shouted, "Come out, Baxia!"

The soul of Baxia was released from the gourd. Once Baxia appeared, the dragon turtle roared towards the heavens, as if venting its frustrations. Since Chu Hao returned to the Human World, he had never let it out. Now that it finally had the chance, Baxia was naturally overjoyed.

"You lowly creatures, prepare to die!"

Baxia was enormous; its soul alone was a hundred meters long. Its massive shell smashed down fiercely onto the ground below.

The host of Ghost Shadows was instantly petrified.

BOOM.

The ground shook. What was happening?

Those who had already fled from the base of the mountain felt the ground shake but, without the Heavenly Eye, could see nothing of Baxia. However, the Ghost Shadows below suffered terribly; all Ghosts within a hundred-meter radius were either killed or grievously injured by Baxia’s shell, their souls scattered.

"Ding... Baxia killed a Dark Killing Ghost and gained 200,000 Experience Points. The Host gained 50,000 Experience Points."

"Ding... Baxia killed a Dark Killing Ghost and gained 200,000 Experience Points. The Host gained 50,000 Experience Points."

"Ding..."

Chu Hao’s face darkened. "Why are my Experience Points so few?"

The System said, "Baxia is a peak Greater Demon. For the Ghosts it kills, the Host only receives one-quarter of the Experience Points."

Although he was dissatisfied that Baxia was seizing Experience Points, its appearance had terrified the Ghost Shadows.

Baxia seemed to be venting its resentment. This huge creature had been suppressed for too long. Ever since Chu Hao had killed it, and it was subsequently subdued by the very human who had slain it, Baxia hadn’t dared to release its pent-up grudge. Now, finally having the chance to emerge, it naturally wanted to wreak havoc—the greater the turmoil, the better.

As Baxia unleashed its might, the Ghost Shadows were either trampled to death or swallowed whole; it was an extremely terrifying sight.

Chu Hao’s Experience Points continued to rise, and some items even dropped—including a Silver Treasure Box?

Baxia shouted, "Behold my invincible Wind-Fire Wheels!"

Withdrawing its four limbs and head into its shell, the huge creature began rolling down the slope. The scene was incredible, like a giant cartwheel racing downhill.

From the sinister forest came the heart-rending screams of Ghosts who had no chance to dodge.

The Snake Demon, Rat Demon, Yellow Weasel, and the Black Eagles soaring high above, all of whom had originally intended to charge forward, felt a storm of complex emotions the instant they saw Baxia.

It wasn’t over yet.

Chu Hao waved his hand, and Zhao Yun appeared. He shouted, "System, enhance Zhao Yun’s strength!"

The System responded, "Recommendation: Purchase the Gentian Bright Silver Spear and Advanced Tai Sui Meat."

"Purchase them," Chu Hao ordered.

"Ding... The Host has purchased the Gentian Bright Silver Spear, consuming 5,000 Pretentiousness Points. Remaining Pretentiousness Points: 3,400."

"Ding... Host attempting to purchase Advanced Tai Sui Meat. Insufficient Pretentiousness Points. Convert Merit Points to Pretentiousness Points?"

"Convert all of them!"

"Ding... The Host has converted 120,000 Merit Points, obtaining 12,000 Pretentiousness Points."

"Ding... The Host has purchased Advanced Tai Sui Meat, consuming 8,000 Pretentiousness Points. Remaining Pretentiousness Points: 7,400."

Item: Gentian Bright Silver Spear (Zhao Yun’s exclusive weapon)

Rarity: ★★★

Ability One: Increases Zhao Yun’s strength by 10%.

Ability Two: Increases Zhao Yun’s speed by 10%.

Ability Three: Increases Zhao Yun’s agility by 10%.

The Gentian Bright Silver Spear could only be equipped by Zhao Yun. If others were to equip it, they wouldn’t gain any of its benefits to strength, agility, or intelligence.

Item: Advanced Tai Sui Meat

Ability: When consumed by a Ghost, grants 10,000,000 Experience Points.

Zhao Yun consumed the Advanced Tai Sui Meat, and his level instantly increased.

"Ding... Zhao Yun’s level has increased to 7."

"Ding... Zhao Yun’s level has increased to 8."

Then, a beautifully crafted silver Long Spear appeared in Zhao Yun’s hand—it was the Gentian Bright Silver Spear, his exclusive weapon.

Zhao Yun, clad in silver armor and standing eight feet tall, was mounted on the Night Reflecting Jade Lion. He exuded a sharp, domineering aura, possessing the air of a veritable war god.

Ghost General: Zhao Yun

Level: 8

Strength: 1,580

Agility: 1,750

Intelligence: 3,450

Skill 1: Summon Soldier Spirits (Summons one hundred warrior spirits to follow.)

Skill 2: Spear Spirit (A spear technique of immense power.) 𝙧𝙚𝙚𝔀𝒆𝓫𝓷𝙤𝓿𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝙤𝓶

Skill 3: Spirit of the Silver Dragon

Now, Zhao Yun’s combat power had soared to 15,000, an increase of 3,000 from before.

Chu Hao called out, "Zhao Zilong!"

Zhao Yun, handsome and martial in bearing, knelt on one knee. "Your general is here!"

"Kill them! Leave none alive!"

Zhao Yun turned, his eyes, sharp as an eagle’s, piercing like keen blades. With a wave of his hand, Military Generals emerged from all directions, rising from beneath the Earth Veins. Each was clad in silver armor, looking resolute and imposing.

Zhao Yun raised his spear and roared, "Silver Dragon Generals, charge with me and slay them!"

"SLAY!"

The hundred Silver Dragon Generals, each a veteran of countless battles and hardened by the slaughter of war, charged towards the Ghost Shadows, unleashing a merciless slaughter.

Meanwhile, Zhao Yun pointed his spear at the towering Ancient Ape and bellowed, "I am Zhao Zilong of Chang Mountain! You vermin, come and meet your death!"

"Ding... Zhao Yun’s shocking display of pretense has earned the Host 1,200 Pretentiousness Points."

Zhao Yun’s return to the field shocked everyone present. His commanding presence as a great general was awe-inspiringly formidable; he was truly worthy of his reputation as a great general renowned through the ages. If Zhao Yun were in the modern era, he would undoubtedly be a top-tier general, capable of commanding the very winds and rains.

The Golden Silk Elder Monkey atop the Ancient Ape was shocked. It sensed the overwhelming Evil Qi emanating from Zhao Yun, and a mixture of disbelief and regret washed over it. So, Chu Hao still had a trump card up his sleeve! He hid it too well, deceiving everyone.

The Golden Silk Elder Monkey’s expression turned ugly. "Quick, flee!"

Upon hearing the order, the Ancient Ape turned and ran.

"Beast, where do you think you’re going!" Zhao Yun roared, and his mount, the Night Reflecting Jade Lion, instantly gave chase.

The sounds of battle cries and agonized screams were continuous and unending. Although the Ghost Shadows were strong, they faltered under the onslaught of the hundred Silver Dragon Generals. Suffering heavy casualties, they began to flee in droves.

The Military Generals attacked with overwhelming and strategic force. The usually indolent Ghost Shadows, completely unable to withstand the assault of such battle-hardened warriors, scattered instantly.

"Run!!" a Ghost shrieked in terror, turning to flee for its life.

Meanwhile, the exceptionally beautiful Fox Demon, seeing the unfavorable turn of events, also prepared to flee.

Diao Chan, holding an umbrella and wielding a jade sword, approached with a breathtakingly gorgeous and stunning smile. "Vixen," she said, "I’ve come to test your skills."

"You’re courting death!"

The beautiful woman’s face twisted, transforming into the visage of a long-furred fox, ferocious beyond compare. All traces of her former beauty vanished as she lunged at Diao Chan.

Diao Chan remained unfazed. She was now a Yin Yang Master, no longer a mere soul, and possessed an endless arsenal of unexpected abilities.

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