Chapter 998: A Finger Shatters The Void

"It doesn't seem like it!"

"Brother Dog is right. Look at them—one is neither human nor ghost, and the other is a minotaur. How could these kinds of people possibly be friends with our big brother?"

"Exactly, our big brother is a refined gentleman. How could he possibly know these thugs who come up shouting?"

...

Several figures in black robes chattered among themselves, all looking at the scene as if they were staring at fools.

The skeleton, surrounded by a few strange creatures, seemed to be enjoying itself, completely ignoring the two demons as if they were just random passersby.

The situation was extremely awkward.

The Skeleton Lord and the Ox Demon were leaders of the demon race, with immensely powerful cultivation. To be called thugs was infuriating, and the Skeleton Lord's half-skull face radiated a terrifying aura, intimidating the surrounding spirits!

"Outrageous!"

"You, as a demon servant, have allied yourself with lowly creatures, forgetting your identity and mission. Today, you will not escape death!"

Before the aura could fully manifest, one of the black-robed figures suddenly lifted its hood, revealing a dog's head!

Not only was it unafraid, but it also stared directly at them, shaking its head in disbelief.

"Tsk tsk!"

"At first glance, they're not friends of our big brother. Our big brother is like a thousand-mile steed, destined to be as free as the wind. This guy, half-human and half-ghost, is impure, like a mule—neither horse nor donkey. He might even be a eunuch."

The remaining black-robed figures also lifted their hoods, revealing a giant centipede nodding in agreement.

"Second Brother is right. This is just a hybrid. How could he possibly know someone as dashing as our big brother?"

The big bear also nodded in confusion.

"Oh, now that I look at it, they really are too low-class."

The insults continued unabated, growing even more intense. The Skeleton Lord's rage boiled over, and he abandoned any thought of questioning them, his killing intent fully ignited.

His skeletal hand clenched with a cracking sound, and deathly energy swirled around him.

The Ox Demon, however, remained calm. Watching the strange creatures act so brazenly, a strange light gradually appeared in his large, bell-like eyes. He then looked at the arrogant skeleton, who had never paid him any attention, and felt increasingly suspicious...

He spoke up first to mediate.

"Skeleton Lord, hold your hand!"

"These creatures seem off. That demon servant is acting too arrogantly, almost unnaturally. It's possible... just possible, that this skeleton isn't from the demon realm."

"Let's prioritize the bigger picture. Why don't we ask a few questions first before deciding what to do?"

The dog, centipede, and other simpletons were still busy critiquing, paying no attention to the loud discussion.

But the half-skull skeleton was already beyond reason, roaring in a deep voice!

"Decide what?!"

"I, who have roamed the world for millions of years, have never been so insulted. Today...!"

Before he could finish speaking.

The two demons instantly turned to dust, vanishing from the world as if they had never existed, leaving not a trace behind.

The dog looked up at the skeleton with admiration, who had extended a single finger.

"Big brother is mighty! Big brother is invincible!"

The centipede and the big bear also had stars in their eyes, shouting in support!

"Big brother is invincible! Big brother is invincible!"

Surprisingly, this time, the skeleton, Lou Benwei, didn't seem to enjoy the praise much.

He just looked somewhat annoyed, as if he wasn't in a good mood.

"Where did these two pieces of trash come from, shouting all day? Not only did I not find any girls, but I also ran into these losers. What a disappointment..."

He then turned to the dog with a serious expression.

"Qing, didn't you say this place was open-minded and full of beautiful girls? Why haven't I seen a single one after all this time, only these two idiots?"

"Big brother, the dung-collecting team said this place is indeed open-minded. Maybe we're just in the wrong spot. Should we move forward a bit more..." Ao Qing awkwardly rubbed his front paws.

The group of shadows continued to mutter among themselves, as if nothing had happened, having already forgotten about the two demons.

The world returned to peace, as if nothing had occurred.

In an instant...

Not far away, within a massive mountain peak.

Gu Taiyuan, hidden within a magical artifact, was drenched in cold sweat!

Especially after witnessing the scene where a single finger shattered the void and annihilated the two demons, the old man was nearly scared out of his wits, his eyes bulging as wide as the Ox Demon's!

Gah!

Fortunately, Gu Taiyuan was experienced and quickly covered his mouth to prevent himself from screaming.

Ignoring the cold sweat on his temples, the old man peered through the gaps between his fingers, his turbid eyes trembling, his breathing cautious and shallow.

He had seen it all clearly!

The two demons earlier were undoubtedly at the Saint level, and as demons, their physical bodies were exceptionally strong. An ordinary Saint would stand no chance against them.

Yet, such terrifying beings were obliterated with a single finger, leaving not even a trace behind!

Good heavens!

What kind of existence had he just witnessed? Someone so absurdly powerful!

At the very least...

They must be at the True Saint level, and not just any True Saint, but one who had mastered the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth!

Gu Taiyuan's face turned pale, and he became several times more cautious. He knew that beings of this level were far too powerful, and it was impossible to tell if they were friend or foe. It was best not to approach them lightly.

The best course of action was to wait quietly for this person to leave.

Fortunately, he had his ancestor's secret treasure. No matter how high the other party's cultivation, they would never discover him. Otherwise, today would have been a life-or-death situation!

As one of the ancestors of the ancient Gu family, he was now extremely cautious, like a young novice venturing into the outside world, hiding in the distance with a trembling heart.

At the edge of the dense forest.

The group of figures was still discussing, strategizing for their mission to find girls.

Just as everyone began to doubt Ao Qing's intelligence.

The void rippled, and a "frank and open" middle-aged man suddenly appeared. He had a dignified face but was completely naked.

It was Dan Chenzi, who had vanished earlier.

During the crisis, a mysterious force had enveloped him, pulling him into another space. Now, he had returned to the familiar scene.

Still bewildered and wary, he quickly spread his divine sense to survey his surroundings.

Only then did he realize that there was no trace of demonic energy. Instead, there were a few strange creatures.

They stared at each other for a long time, until a cool breeze blew past.

"Whoosh..."

The giant centipede rubbed its hundred legs, sighing meaningfully.

"Hmm... it seems Second Brother's intelligence wasn't wrong. This place is indeed open-minded, but perhaps a bit too open for my taste."

The group of simpletons nodded in agreement, their eyes filled with感慨!

"Ew~ that's disgusting!"

"Qing! I didn't know you had such tastes! That's not acceptable! Going after men is just wrong. Girls are the true meaning of life!"

The cool breeze grew stronger, and Dan Chenzi finally realized the problem. His old face turned red, and he quickly took out a set of clothes to put on.

After dressing, Dan Chenzi noticed that there was no longer any demonic energy.

He first bowed to the group, then shamelessly asked, "Gentlemen, have you encountered two powerful demons?"

The dog, looking embarrassed, coldly responded and changed the subject.

"Ahem..."

"I haven't seen any demons. I only ran into two idiots! One was a minotaur, and the other was a hybrid. Big brother wiped them out with a single finger!"

This statement sparked another round of flattery.

Seeing the skeleton surrounded by admirers, enjoying the praise without showing any signs of cultivation, and with no demonic energy around, it seemed the dog's words were true...

Dan Chenzi's eyes widened in shock.

Wiped out with a single finger? That was too unbelievable.

If someone in this world could so easily annihilate demons, what level of cultivation must they possess?!

Filled with doubt, Dan Chenzi spread his divine sense and indeed detected no demonic energy. It seemed this couldn't be false.

This seemingly strange existence was terrifyingly powerful...

Dan Chenzi swallowed hard, not daring to be disrespectful.

Suppressing his shock and relief, he bowed even more respectfully and expressed his gratitude, "Thank you, senior, for your assistance. I am Dan Chenzi, and I am deeply grateful!"

Faced with such sincere thanks, the group of simpletons didn't react much.

Only Lou Benwei looked at him with anticipation.

Dan Chenzi also waited attentively, expecting some profound words from this great master.

But instead, he was asked a strange question.

"Do you know where to find girls?"

Uh...

Dan Chenzi looked up, completely caught off guard, unsure how to respond.

Lou Benwei sighed, extending his skeletal hand and casually grabbing at the void.

In an instant.

A familiar figure was pulled out, crouching on the ground, stiff all over, with his hands covering his eyes, peeking through the gaps, staring straight at everyone.

He was completely dumbfounded, not daring to move a muscle.

He looked as if he were playing hide-and-seek, trembling with fear, fully immersed, his face screaming with unspoken words.

You can't see me, you can't see me...

Seeing this person.

Dan Chenzi's rage exploded, and he roared on the spot!

"Gu Taiyuan...! You scoundrel!!!"