Chapter 1030: Chapter 1030: The mantis stalks the cicada, while Elder Wu lurks behind

“When you reach the pinnacle of the martial path and break through to the Mahayana Realm, let me know if there truly exists a higher level beyond it!”

After a moment’s hesitation, Wang Tianhao spoke softly, his voice still filled with the relentless pursuit of cultivation and an unwillingness to part with it!

With those words, a faint smile appeared at the corner of Wang Tianhao’s mouth as he completely severed his life force!

“I will. If it weren’t for the whims of fate, you and I might have become the best of friends!”

Looking at the deceased Wang Tianhao, Bai Xiaofan spoke in a low voice, his face brimming with sincerity.

At this moment, Bai Xiaofan felt no joy from the victory; instead, there was a sense of sorrow as one might feel for a fallen comrade!

After swallowing a few healing pills, Bai Xiaofan struggled to his feet and made his way to Wang Tianhao’s side.

“You were a worthy opponent. If your Wang family does not come seeking trouble with me, I will spare them!”

With that, Bai Xiaofan leapt upwards, preparing to leave this place!

For someone with such deep understanding in the Sword Dao, an unparalleled Sword Cultivator, Bai Xiaofan held a deep respect in his heart!

He deserved to be respected!

They became enemies only because it was orchestrated by Wu Lao and his ilk!

However, just as Bai Xiaofan touched the ground, his entire body tensed, instinctively rolling to the side.

Bam!

A streak of Sword Qi struck where he had just been standing!

Turning around, Bai Xiaofan saw an elder who appeared suddenly before him, his eyes flashing with intense killing intent!

For someone of Bai Xiaofan’s caliber, once was enough to make an impression!

He recalled seeing this elder once before, perhaps when he was with Li Qian or someone else, having hotpot when the man came by.

Back then, this elder was merely a common old man collecting trash at that shop!

Who would have thought that his first encounter with Wu Lao would be under such circumstances!

Indeed!

Even if the person didn’t announce who he was, Bai Xiaofan could instantly recognize him as Wu Lao, the one who orchestrated everything, aiming to seize his fortune!

As the saying goes, when enemies meet, emotions run high!

At this moment, Bai Xiaofan stared at the suddenly appearing Wu Lao on the opposite side, his heart filled with a tidal wave of anger.

“Heh, Bai Xiaofan, you seem to know who I am. Yet, you haven’t disappointed me; you actually defeated that boy Wang Tianhao!”

Seeing the fury in Bai Xiaofan’s eyes, Wu Lao sneered and spoke in a low voice.

“You haven’t disappointed me either, as insidious as ever, sneaking up on me right after my great battle with Wang Tianhao, when I’m heavily wounded!”

Bai Xiaofan disdainfully eyed him, his tone as arrogant as always!

“I can’t help it, you’re The Child of Heaven’s Path. I’m afraid of unexpected variables. If you’re wise, surrender now, and I promise, after seizing your Heavenly Dao fortune, I’ll spare your life and keep you by my side to work for me!”

Wu Lao chuckled dismissively at Bai Xiaofan’s taunt, not taking his words to heart.

In his view, everything was already settled. Bai Xiaofan was gravely injured and, no matter his abilities, had no chance of escaping from him!

Moreover, he was extremely knowledgeable about Bai Xiaofan’s resources.

The Cultivation Art of Immortals was also something he acquired and had embedded in Bai Xiaofan’s ring before handing it over to Wang Tianhao.

The aim was to personally cultivate Bai Xiaofan and then use another pawn he cultivated, Wang Tianhao, to destroy Bai Xiaofan!

But who would have thought, Bai Xiaofan killed Wang Tianhao!

Nonetheless, it didn’t matter. As long as Bai Xiaofan was captured, everything would still be within his grasp!

Hearing Wu Lao’s words, Bai Xiaofan almost laughed out loud!

This old fox truly was shameless to the extreme!

Daring to suggest he should surrender, I’ll chop off your damned leg!

“Enough chatter, come and meet your death!”

Bai Xiaofan didn’t want to waste more words, pointing his Dragon Sparrow Sword aggressively at Wu Lao!

Even though he was gravely injured, Bai Xiaofan would not be intimidated!

What’s more, standing before him was the mastermind who had killed his foster parents and forced him onto this path of vengeance!

This fight allowed no retreat, nor any trace of fear!

Even in death, there would be no regret!

With these words, Bai Xiaofan stepped forward, slashing at Wu Lao with his Dragon Sparrow Sword!

This slash was far less powerful than the Phantom Dragon he had unleashed on Wang Tianhao earlier!

It wasn’t that Bai Xiaofan was holding back, but his current physical state couldn’t support such a mighty strike!

“Stop your futile struggling; today, you’re destined to become the catalyst for my elixir!”

Facing Bai Xiaofan’s attack, Wu Lao sneered, raised his hand, and struck Bai Xiaofan’s sword.

Clang!

A metallic clash resonated as Bai Xiaofan stumbled backward uncontrollably.

Unsteady on his feet, he fell to the ground!

Spurt!

A mouthful of fresh blood spurted out, leaving Bai Xiaofan’s face completely devoid of color.

“Come on, I’m going all out today!”

Bai Xiaofan, holding himself up with his sword in one hand, grabbed a handful of pills from his bosom with the other and swallowed them all in one go.

Then he staggered to his feet, enduring the agony of his Dantian about to burst, desperately channeling his internal immortal energy!

Bang!

Bang bang!

Clear popping sounds echoed!

Blood vessels ruptured across Bai Xiaofan’s body, shooting out streams of blood.

Yet, Bai Xiaofan seemed unaware, continuing to forcefully channel his internal immortal energy as if he was about to self-destruct!

Soon, a faint gray mist began swirling around Bai Xiaofan, and his eyes turned the color of that gray energy!

Observing Bai Xiaofan’s actions, feeling the overwhelming killing intent emanating from him, even Wu Lao felt his scalp go numb!

What technique is this?

How could it be so terrifying?

“Not good!”

As if realizing something, Wu Lao’s face drastically changed, and he urgently struck at Bai Xiaofan.

Bam!

Despite the blow, Bai Xiaofan, who was desperately channeling his immortal energy, was sent flying backwards, spitting out yet another mouthful of blood!

Still, as he crashed to the ground, it was as if he felt nothing, continuing to desperately channel his immortal energy!

At the same time, the gray killing aura surrounding Bai Xiaofan intensified, eventually enveloping him completely, so no one could see him anymore!