Attacked by the Female Demon at the Beginning - Chapter 175

Chapter 175: The Accident Comes Quickly

“Junior Brother Jiang is already at the late stage of Foundation Establishment?”

Le You frowned slightly, showing a bit of surprise.

Xin Yuyue didn’t seem surprised, though she didn’t understand why Jiang Hao had advanced so quickly.

But after the last trip to the Demon Cavern, she knew that Jiang Hao’s strength was not to be underestimated.

He was not someone they could afford to provoke.

“I encountered a fortuitous event while I was out, and was lucky enough to advance, but I’m still far from a true late-stage Foundation Establishment practitioner,” Jiang Hao said modestly.

“Hmm, advancing too quickly can lead to an unstable foundation. It would be best for Junior Brother to spend some time consolidating your cultivation during this period,” Le You, carrying a giant sword, kindly reminded.

Jiang Hao nodded his thanks.

At this moment, he also noticed that both Le You and Xin Yuyue were at the mid-stage of Foundation Establishment.

Zheng Shijiu was at the peak of Foundation Establishment.

Looking around, there were only two at the peak of Foundation Establishment.

“Speaking of which, how are the disciples you brought back doing?”

Xin Yuyue sighed.

“The three I brought back are so-so, but luckily one of them is hardworking. Otherwise, I’d be afraid of being reprimanded.”

At this time, everyone was flying on their swords deeper inside, and Jiang Hao saw that there was no change below, indicating that there were no major external issues.

“The three I brought back are okay, but none of them are particularly outstanding,” Zheng Shijiu remarked.

“I found a black horse, maybe in a few years he could shine brightly in our lineage,” Le You said with some anticipation.

Jiang Hao was quite curious if that black horse was the last one they had taken in.

That person’s talent was somewhat lacking, but his perseverance was astonishing.

Given some opportunities, he might be able to leap forward.

After some thought, he replied, “I haven’t paid much attention, but there was one who was quite troublesome.”

“Junior Brother Jiang is the least concerned, after all, you brought back a Golden Core.”

Zheng Shijiu said with a hint of envy, and then added, “I inquired after returning, and the Lin Mo we took in has entered the Enforcement Peak, and it’s said that he might enter the Hall of Enforcement.”

He turned to look at Jiang Hao and continued, “I heard that Junior Brother Lin Mo has a friend at Junior Brother Jiang’s place. It seems that due to the huge gap in strength, he was quite affected. Whenever they meet, it’s like he’s following them around, and many people criticize him for it. Now it seems they’ve gradually become distant.”

“As expected,” Jiang Hao nodded.

“Indeed,” Le You seemed to recall something, a bit emotional.

“Having such friends can sometimes be a good thing, but other times it can be pressure. That Lin Zhi Junior Brother doesn’t have enough strength, and if he forces himself to keep up, it’s just asking for trouble.”

“I heard he knows how to avoid trouble, and it’s always those two who seek him out,” Zheng Shijiu said with a smile.

“Maybe it’s well-intentioned, thinking that even if they’re more talented and have stronger cultivation, they still consider him a friend.”

Jiang Hao looked at the passing forest below and did not speak.

Lin Zhi’s situation was already more difficult than others, whether in cultivation or circumstances.

If it were just him alone, it wouldn’t matter, but unfortunately, his two friends were too talented.

It would bring him immense pressure.

Whether they came to find him or ignored him, it was a psychological blow.

He probably didn’t even know what to do.

In a few more years, perhaps these two friends would instinctively look down on him.

Not intentionally, but out of instinct.

The difference between the strong and the weak is not just in cultivation, but also in mentality.

However, Lin Zhi must have some secrets.

Jiang Hao hadn’t specifically tried to appraised him.

With no real interaction, he hadn’t paid much attention, let alone kept an eye on him.

‘Next time, see if I can meet him, and if possible, assess the situation.’

“We’re almost there,” a voice came from ahead.

Jiang Hao and the others stopped talking and looked into the distance.

They could see a light screen covering the area inside, seemingly sealing off the entire region.

In front of the light screen, there was a temporary defense line set up, with people patrolling around and some houses.

It should be a place to stay.

After landing, the Senior Brother leading the way said to the dozen or so people.

“You can stand by in this area. If you don’t return immediately after the assembly order is issued, consider it as acting on your own. Check in here every day to confirm your whereabouts. Find your own lodging, and then take turns scouting the situation. You’ll rest for three days. After three days, it will be your turn.”

Afterward, Jiang Hao and the others began to look for a place to stay.

Being cautious, Jiang Hao observed the surroundings to ensure there were no special powerful beings.

He also wanted to understand the situation in the area.

After observing for half a day, he found that there were three Golden Cores here, and the rest were at the Foundation Establishment stage.

There was not a single Qi Refining practitioner.

The Demon Cavern was indeed not suitable for the trials of those at the Qi Refining stage.

However, he suddenly thought of something: if people like Lin Zhi gained some cultivation in the future, would they go out for experience?

He worried about being held back. But since he was always on the Enforcement Peak roster, he couldn’t leave.

This reassured him.

After finding a good location, Jiang Hao began to build a wooden hut for himself.

He maintained the best condition to prevent any accidents.

……

The next day.

Zheng Shijiu came looking for him.

“I heard it’s easy to encounter demons when scouting inside, and their strength varies, which could be very dangerous. Some fellow disciples went in and never came out.”

Hearing this, Jiang Hao’s brow furrowed slightly and he said.

“Does going in and disappearing count as acting on your own?”

“Huh?”

This question caught Zheng Shijiu off guard, but then he shook his head and replied, “No, it doesn’t count as acting on your own. It would be considered a missing person.”

“I see,” Jiang Hao nodded.

This would make it easier for him to leave the group if he wanted to.

There was no need for him to leave unless necessary.

Waiting for the next rotation was the best option.

If he could find some spiritual herbs to cultivate, that would be even better.

However, a peaceful half-year seemed unlikely; something was bound to happen later, especially since other entrances might also open.

The peace wouldn’t last long.

“Bingyue Valley’s Zheng Shijiu, Duanqing Cliff’s Jiang Hao, are you there?” Suddenly a voice came.

Jiang Hao and Zheng Shijiu immediately looked towards the source of the voice.

It was a Golden Core early-stage fairy.

“Here,” the two of them responded.

“Come with me, something has happened to the scouting team,” Ye Ji said in a low voice.

Jiang Hao was surprised; he hadn’t expected to go in so soon.

But he followed immediately.

At that moment, he noticed that Le You and Xin Yuyue were there.

There was also a middle-aged man with a scar on his face.

His cultivation was at the peak of the Foundation Establishment stage.

The group of six passed through the defensive barrier and flew on their swords towards the interior of the Demon Cavern.

“If we encounter any major discoveries, you can retreat first. I won’t save you if it’s too dangerous, so don’t count on me,” Ye Ji said frankly as they traveled.

Jiang Hao and the others said nothing.

This was normal; expecting others to risk their lives for one’s own sake was unrealistic.

Especially without sufficient benefit.

Zheng Shijiu and the others frowned with worry.

The scouting team’s troubles indicated the presence of a formidable enemy.

Entering at this time meant taking great risks.

But when it was their turn, they had no choice but to go in.

Regardless of whether it was the Demon Sect, the sect’s foundational mission had to be carried out.

After a short time.

Jiang Hao and the others saw signs of a fight in the forest ahead.

“Let’s go down and take a look.”

Fairy Ye Ji descended slowly.

Jiang Hao followed all the way.

But the moment he landed, he sensed an attack coming from ahead.

Fortunately, Fairy Ye Ji also quickly noticed:

“Be careful.”

She extended her hand, and a shield of magic appeared.

Boom!

A giant rock was blocked from hitting them.

As the booming sound erupted, Jiang Hao immediately looked to the side.

He frowned, noticing that there were so many demons that were so well hidden.

The demons were very close before Ye Ji detected them.

She quickly shouted:

“Be careful…”

But by then, she was caught by a powerful force, and it was too late to escape.

It was too close.

Hearing the sound, Zheng Shijiu and the others knew something was wrong, but they couldn’t detect it for a moment.

Suddenly, they felt an attack coming from the side, extremely powerful.

There wasn’t enough time to counterattack.

Just as they braced to withstand the blow, a ray of moonlight appeared.

Jiang Hao drew his saber and swung down.

Moon Slash.

Boom!

The moonlight saber light cut through the attack and shattered the demon’s disguise.

At that moment, a late-stage Foundation Establishment demon was revealed.

Zheng Shijiu and the others were astonished because the demon was just two meters away from them.

And they had no clue before the demon’s attack.

Jiang Hao didn’t stop; he used Demon Sound Thousand Li to reach the demon and slashed down.

Pfft~

With the rolling demonic sound, the demon’s head was separated from its body.

Then, Jiang Hao retreated, placing his long saber at his side, and calmly said.

“Senior Brothers and Senior Sisters, be careful, there might be more.”