Invincible Starts From Dao Fruit

"Fellow Daoist Xu."

"Upon hearing from our tenth brother about your return, we came here specifically to meet you. Please don't take offense."

Under the starry sky.

The ten Star Lords arrived together, with the Great Star Lord dressed in a profound yellow Dharma Robe, calling loudly to Chen Jichuan.

"I wouldn't dare!"

"For esteemed Star Lords to show such honor, it truly leaves Xu humbled."

Chen Jichuan glanced at the ten Star Lords, smiling outwardly while murderous intent brewed within.

"Fellow Daoist Xu."

"Upon learning of your return, my brothers wish to request the 'Qilin Treasure Medicine' and 'Ten Thousand Demon List' in your possession. Whatever conditions you may have, feel free to state them—we guarantee satisfaction!"

Shui De Star Lord cupped his hands toward Chen Jichuan, his voice clear and dignified.

They had snuck after him with ill intentions; their claims now were mere superficial pleasantries.

This wasn't because Shui De Star Lord was hypocritical, nor because the ten Star Lords enjoyed hollow platitudes.

It was purely a tactic to oppress through force—

First creating pressure, then providing hope,

So that Chen Jichuan might willingly hand over the 'Qilin Treasure Medicine' and 'Ten Thousand Demon List.'

Once these two treasures were secured, whether they slayed Chen Jichuan or accidentally let him escape, the loss to them would be minimal.

After all, their goal would have been achieved.

"Ha!"

Chen Jichuan easily saw through Shui De Star Lord's ploy, chuckled inwardly, and spoke aloud, "The 'Qilin Treasure Medicine' has already been sold. As for the 'Ten Thousand Demon List,' it's still in my possession. Might I ask, what price the esteemed Star Lords are willing to offer?"

Chen Jichuan retrieved a scroll from his sleeve, gazing at the ten Star Lords.

"The 'Ten Thousand Demon List'!"

Shui De Star Lord maintained a grin, pulling out a jade bottle from his sleeve and announcing loudly, "Contained within are twelve 'Bitter Green Pills,' enough to aid you in overcoming the third and fourth tribulations of the Independent Immortal Realm."

Bitter Green Pills.

An exceptional grade among third-order pills. Consumed, they could restore a Second Tribulation or Third Tribulation Independent Immortal's mana, Qi-Blood, and spirit to their peak.

During tribulations, these pills could significantly increase one's chances; at the very least, exhaustion would not be a concern.

Their value was self-evident.

However—

"One bottle of 'Bitter Green Pills' to exchange for my 'Ten Thousand Demon List'?"

Chen Jichuan shook his head. "Not enough?"

Chen Jichuan harbored no intention of trading and played along to see what else the ten Star Lords might reveal, and whether there were treasures worth noting.

Thus, no matter how Shui De Star Lord bid, Chen Jichuan continued to shake his head.

One bottle of 'Bitter Green Pills.'

Two bottles of 'Bitter Green Pills.'

One super-level technique.

Two super-level techniques.

One side-door level cultivation method.

One 'Righteous Qi Pill.'

One bottle of 'Righteous Qi Pills.'

...

Shui De Star Lord kept raising his offers, yet Chen Jichuan continued to decline.

Finally, the patience of the ten Star Lords wore thin.

"Xu Ning!"

"If you refuse to drink a toast and insist on drinking punishment wine, don't blame us brothers!"

"Leave behind the 'Qilin Treasure Medicine' and 'Ten Thousand Demon List,' and we'll spare your life!"

The Wind Thunder Star Lord, fed up with Chen Jichuan's insincerity, wasted no more time.

With an explosive shout.

He suddenly revealed a formation flag, swung it casually, and took position.

Whoosh!

The other nine Star Lords also settled into their positions, each holding a formation flag.

The banners fluttered.

An oppressive aura unfolded.

They intended to form a grand formation and seal off Chen Jichuan's escape route.

"They finally reveal their true colors!"

Seeing the ten Star Lords unwilling to raise their bids or showcase more treasures, Chen Jichuan decided to shed all pretense.

With a surge of mana, he moved instantly.

Bang!

The Wind Thunder Wings behind him flapped once, propelling him to the front of the Wind Thunder Star Lord in a flash.

"Haha!"

"Well met!"

The Wind Thunder Star Lord laughed heartily, managing his flag with one hand while producing a bronze bell with the other, ringing it vigorously—

Clang clang clang!

Jingling sounds echoed!

Wind and thunder surged, transforming into an overwhelming sound to engulf Chen Jichuan.

[Magical Treasure: Wind Thunder Soul-Shaking Bell]

[Grade: Fourth-order]

[Description: Possesses Wind Thunder attributes; attacks the Primordial Spirit; extraordinarily powerful.]

...

"The Wind Thunder Soul-Shaking Bell!"

A golden light emanated from Chen Jichuan's body, guarding his flesh and Primordial Spirit, before he swiftly waved his voluminous sleeve.

Swish!

The bronze bell immediately vanished into his sleeve.

Boom boom boom!

The bell frantically jostled, trying to escape, but its efforts were stifled by Chen Jichuan's magical methods and suppressed by his vast, mountain-like mana.

Resistance was futile.

For magical treasures of this level, Chen Jichuan could easily suppress three to five pieces at once without any concern for their escape.

"Die!"

Chen Jichuan seized the advantage and pressed forward.

With one sleeve snatching the 'Wind Thunder Soul-Shaking Bell,' he simultaneously activated the 'Ten Thousand Leaf Sword River,' unleashing a torrent of ten thousand Sword Qi—

Clang clang clang!

It surged into a river, crushing its way toward the Wind Thunder Star Lord.

"No!"

The Wind Thunder Star Lord was utterly shocked; he never anticipated Chen Jichuan would seize his treasured artifact in mere moments, nor did he imagine such formidable strength.

"This is not the strength of a Second Tribulation Independent Immortal!"

Panicking inwardly, he felt as though trapped in a quagmire, with immense pressure weighing against his shoulders. Movement seemed impossible.

The Sword River surged through.

Vaguely, a White Tiger Divine Monarch could be seen seated amidst the torrent, suppressing Wind Thunder Star Lord's flesh, mana, and Divine Soul entirely.

The latter could only watch helplessly as the Sword River descended—

Clang clang clang!

Boom boom boom!

The Sword River roared violently, rushing unceasingly.

With a single sweep, the Wind Thunder Star Lord was reduced to smithereens.

In this first clash—

Ninth of the ten Star Lords, Wind Thunder Star Lord, fell in battle!

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