Chapter 45

Lu Shaoyou searched through the vast starry universe for a combat technique suitable for him. The divine pig shook its large head in Lu Shaoyou's mind and said to him, "Kid, your cultivation is still too shallow. This great pig advises you to find a cultivation method that can enhance your yuan qi intake. Although this great pig has some, they are all trashy cultivation methods. Look around here, you might find something useful."

Lu Shaoyou nodded and casually took out a book, asking the divine pig, "How about this one?" The book had no special features; it was made of ordinary qingyu leaves, just like any other book. On the cover were a few elegant words: "Void Breathing Technique."

The divine pig widened its pig eyes and roared fiercely, "Idiot, this cultivation method is not suitable for you at all! The aura emanating from this method clearly indicates it was created by a woman, and it conflicts with the aura of the method you are currently cultivating. If you want to die from conflicting auras, go ahead and cultivate it!"

Lu Shaoyou reluctantly put down the cultivation method and continued searching through the star cluster. Eventually, he found a book called "Kunpeng Swallowing" and another called "Diancang Finger." The divine pig nodded its head and said, "This is more like it. Hmph, kid, familiarize yourself with these three mystic techniques first! This great pig will go to sleep now. That old man outside is back again, hmpf!" With that, the divine pig's voice gradually faded away.

Leaving the library, Lu Shaoyou indeed saw a faint figure steadily standing at the entrance. After coming out, he bowed respectfully to the figure and left the library.

Lu Shaoyou went to the Punishment Hall alone. There were many people there, coming and going. Some were in groups of three, others in groups of five, chatting and discussing tasks. When they saw Lu Shaoyou approaching, they all made way for him. This guy was now notorious for his ferocity; who would dare to provoke him?!

Lu Shaoyou walked straight to the task counter and said to the old man assigning tasks, "Assign me a task. I want to go out and complete it." The old man looked up and saw it was Lu Shaoyou. He immediately came forward, smiling, and said, "What kind of task would this fellow daoist like to do?"

Lu Shaoyou scanned the task board with some interest. Suddenly, a familiar name caught his eye. He pointed and said, "Give me that task!"

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A short while later, Lu Shaoyou appeared on a small hill outside Duantian Ridge. He muttered to himself, "Purple Mansion Cloud Lotus? On Wan Nan Mountain?! Wan Nan Mountain? That's the lair of the Eagle Pattern, isn't it? Well, it's time to meet Eagle Pattern's father." With that, his figure twisted sharply, transforming into a long, stunning rainbow that shot out.

Wan Nan Mountain, Luoyun Cave.

A young woman in palace attire with a fair face was full of killing intent. She said to a young daoist beside her, "You mean that Lu Shaoyou is inside the Flame Crow Clan? How is it possible! Isn't it as difficult as ascending to the heavens to kill him!?"

The young daoist gently embraced the woman's waist and whispered, "Don't worry, Xiaoqian. Hasn't the Ancestor already said that as long as we guard the treasure here and present it, he will personally kill Lu Shaoyou? This guy dared to kill Kong'er and Wen'er; I will never let him off!"

The young daoist's words were filled with intense killing intent, and he seemed very confident. The palace-clad beauty, Xiaoqian, seemed to find some reason in his words and softened her expression, leaning into the young daoist's arms and murmuring, "Feiyang, you must avenge our children!" The young daoist nodded, pulling the palace-clad beauty into his arms, a mischievous smile on his face. His large hand explored inside the woman's chest, making her eyes misty and her cheeks flush with a rosy hue. The young daoist, Feiyang, said with a wicked smile, "Xiaoqian, I've been in seclusion for a long time, neglecting you. I'll make it up to you now." With that, he scooped her up and carried her into the inner cave.

A divine light streaked across the sky, and Lu Shaoyou descended, lightly stepping on a towering tree.

Lu Shaoyou slowly scanned his surroundings, thinking to himself that he was in the dark while the couple was in the open. He still had the advantage as long as he handled it well. The only problem was that he didn't know the current situation and needed to find someone to ask. His formidable aura, comparable to that of a Foundation Establishment stage cultivator, swept through the area. Suddenly, he heard a few faint conversations from some demons. Lu Shaoyou's eyebrows raised.

"Hmm? Someone? What a good opportunity!" Lu Shaoyou's figure flickered, and he shot towards the source of the conversation.

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A burly man sat on the ground, surrounded by a few short figures. Each of them exuded a strong aura of bloodshed, especially the tall man, whose body was covered in shocking knife scars. The tall man seemed to be whispering to the others.

"Remember, this is the task given to us by Lord Tiger! We finally managed to escape from those guys on Wan Nan Mountain! We must not let that couple succeed. We must inform Lord Tiger!"

The others remained silent, nodding vigorously. The leader smiled in satisfaction and said to them, "As long as we complete this task, Lord Tiger will greatly reward us! Maybe even a few fox women." At this, the leader chuckled, and the others looked greedy.

"What task did Lord Tiger give you? Can you tell me?" A clear voice sounded in their ears. The group's faces changed instantly, and the leader roared, "Who's there?! Come out!"

The leader's eyes scanned the surroundings fiercely. Suddenly, a handsome young man in black robes with red flame borders slowly emerged from the depths of the forest. The young man's eyes were like bright stars, his forehead full, and a divine light faintly emanated from him. His qi and blood surged, like the roar of a dragon or the growl of a tiger.

The leader's face turned even uglier, and he bowed to the young man, "Fellow daoist, why did you eavesdrop on our conversation?"

The young man rolled his eyes and said to the leader, "Why, of course, to get information from you! You're so stupid. Will you tell me yourself, or do I have to force it out of you? If you tell me, I'll give you a quick death. Otherwise, I'll make you beg for death but not be able to die!"

The leader's face turned icy, and he said solemnly, "Brother, do you really want to fight us?"

Someone in the back couldn't hold back and shouted, "Arrogant! Everyone, attack! Get your weapons!"

A muscular man jumped out from the crowd, wielding a thick-backed broadsword, charging at Lu Shaoyou. The broadsword swung, creating a powerful air current. The young man narrowed his eyes, not moving, and coldly snorted. He extended his hand, like a dragon's claw, and fiercely grabbed the broadsword!

"A mere Seventh Stage Qi Practitioner dares to challenge me! Looking for death!" Lu Shaoyou stepped forward, splitting the broadsword with a punch, then grabbed the man with both hands like iron clamps and tore him apart! The man didn't even have time to scream before being brutally torn to pieces, blood raining down. A fierce aura emanated from Lu Shaoyou's body, and the crowd's faces changed, as if they could sense an ancient beast slowly opening its eyes within him.

Lu Shaoyou's aura rose like smoke, reaching the heavens, a noble, domineering, and glorious aura enveloping the entire forest!

PS: Sorry, today Xiaoyao's mood is really bad, and I kept making typos, causing the update to be late. I'm really not happy about it! Also, I hope everyone can give more recommendations. The current recommendations are pitifully few.