BTTH: DISCIPLE CASHBACK SYSTEM

Chapter 493: Second Heaven Sovereign, Bone Ghost

At present, a large quantity of seventh-grade medicinal pills, Qingyuan Pills, known for their healing properties, had begun circulating across the major cities of the Central Realm. This sudden influx quickly drew the attention of many throughout the region.

Furthermore, due to Xue He having killed too many people, coupled with his highly sensitive identity as a Heaven Sovereign of the Soul Hall, the exchange of Qingyuan Pills had become increasingly difficult in other parts of the Central Realm. As a result, Gu He decided to slow down the pace of these transactions, opting for a more gradual approach.

"Xue He, according to what you said, the Ninth Heaven Sovereign, Mo Yu, typically only interacts with the Eighth Heaven Sovereign, correct?" Gu He suddenly inquired.

Hearing this, Fourth Heaven Sovereign Xue He nodded. "That's right. Mo Yu is the weakest among the Heaven Sovereigns. On a regular basis, the only one he closely associates with is Qiudi, who is on the same level as him."

"I see."

Satisfied with Xue He’s response, Gu He nodded before suddenly recalling something. He quickly added, "Hand over the spatial jade scroll you obtained from Second Heaven Sovereign Bone Ghost during this time."

"Yes!"

Xue He respectfully responded before swiftly retrieving a spatial jade scroll and handing it over to Gu He.

Now holding the jade scroll capable of summoning Bone Ghost, the Second Heaven Sovereign of the Soul Hall, Gu He wasted no time. He immediately set out with Xue He, leaving the mountain peak and heading toward a more secluded location.

Seven to eight hours later, Gu He and Xue He arrived at a barren desert a thousand miles away.

Upon reaching the location, Gu He crushed the spatial jade scroll without hesitation.

The moment it shattered, a spatial rift spread open at the exact spot where the jade scroll had been destroyed. As the rift expanded, it gradually formed into a dark void. From within, a terrifying aura surged out like a raging storm, sweeping in all directions.

As soon as the spatial fissure appeared, Gu He’s body transformed into a thick bolt of silver lightning, vanishing into the void nearby without a trace.

"Cough! Cough! Xue He, what kind of mess did you get yourself into this time that you need me to clean up?"

As Gu He disappeared into hiding, a raspy, coughing voice slowly echoed from within the spatial rift. Moments later, an elderly figure clad in gray-white robes stepped through the crack and appeared before Xue He.

The elder had a hunched back, leaning on a skeletal cane. His deeply sunken eyes flickered with an eerie green glow, exuding a sinister and unsettling presence.

"Second Brother, I never expected to run into such a formidable opponent in this godforsaken Northern Region. I've been fleeing for an entire day and night, yet he's still relentlessly pursuing me!" Xue He responded as per Gu He's instructions.

"Oh? Someone in the Northern Region can force you into such a sorry state?" The elder’s expression showed a hint of surprise, though there was an undertone of disdain hidden beneath it.

"Second Brother, the person chasing me is no weakling. I suspect he's an ancient recluse, and his strength should be comparable to yours—at the Half-Saint level!" Xue He added.

"An ancient recluse? Half-Saint?"

Bone Ghost's eerie green eyes gleamed with greater interest.

As an Advanced Half-Saint, he had also mastered several high-tier Heaven-Ranked Dou Techniques. Within the Half-Saint realm, there were very few he couldn’t handle.

"If he's truly after you, then we'll just wait for him right here," Bone Ghost said with narrowed eyes, exuding confidence.

The moment his words fell—

A thousand meters away, the space suddenly tore open, revealing a pitch-black rift.

In the next instant, a graceful yet commanding middle-aged man swiftly emerged from the void.

"An Advanced Half-Saint?"

As soon as Gu He appeared, Bone Ghost immediately sensed his cultivation level. A trace of surprise flickered in his eyes, but that was all. In his mind, even if Gu He had reached the same level as him—an Advanced Half-Saint—he still wouldn't be his match.

"Second Brother, this is the man who has been hunting me down!" Xue He deliberately spoke with a slightly agitated tone.

"Heh, I didn't expect a sneaky rat like you to bring reinforcements. No wonder you dared to stop and wait for me here!" Gu He sneered at Xue He before turning his gaze to the hunched old man. "Are you sure you want to stand against me for his sake? There's still time to regret it! I can let this slide!"

"Heh!"

Hearing Gu He's words, the hunched elder's green-glowing eyes locked onto him, a strange smile appearing on his withered face.

Then, leaning on his cane, the old man slowly stepped through the void. His figure flickered a few times before appearing just a dozen meters away from Gu He. His skeletal-like face twisted into a hideous grin as he spoke, "Do you even know who I am? And yet, you dare speak such arrogant words?"

"Does it matter who you are?" Gu He remained indifferent to the elder's speed, replying casually.

"I am Bone Ghost. Or if you prefer, you may address me as the Second Heaven Sovereign of the Soul Hall!" Bone Ghost rasped, his voice hoarse.

His intent was obvious—he wanted to remind Gu He that he was a member of the Soul Hall.

"The Soul Hall, huh? It's not like I haven't killed your kind before… Though, this will be the first time I take down someone at the Half-Saint level." Gu He remained unimpressed.

"Second Brother, this man is far too arrogant! He doesn’t take the Soul Hall seriously at all!" Xue He exclaimed in anger.

"Xue He, let me handle this. Just watch from the side," Bone Ghost replied hoarsely, his face betraying no emotion.

The moment his words fell, his figure suddenly vanished without a trace.

On Gu He's side, the moment Bone Ghost disappeared, he showed no major reaction. He remained standing still, observing as Xue He strained his soul perception, struggling to locate Bone Ghost's position.

Then, at a precise moment, Gu He’s palm suddenly shot up, slamming fiercely toward a seemingly empty space.

As soon as his palm struck, a skeletal fist materialized from the void, crashing directly against Gu He's hand.

Boom!

The violent clash sent terrifying shockwaves rippling through the sky. Gu He remained rooted in place, completely unaffected. Meanwhile, Bone Ghost was forced several steps backward, though he remained unscathed.

"Haha, not bad, not bad!"

Despite being detected and repelled a few steps, Bone Ghost showed no anger. Instead, a grin spread across his face.

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