CHAPTER 409: CHAPTER 409: A GORGEOUS PERFORMANCE, PART 1

The Ghost Valley Master once served as the Prime Minister of the Chu Kingdom. He was skilled in self-preservation and nourishment, a master of strategy, versed in military tactics, martial arts, and the mystic arts of Qimen Dunjia. He was one of the most renowned figures in Huaxia.

From inside the coffin, the Ghost Sacrificer took out a bronze bell and began to shake it.

The Soul Summoning Bell!

What was he trying to do?

In the depths of the Underground Ancient Tomb was a chaotic cemetery, the Luanzang Mounds. Craftsmen from the Chu Kingdom era, generations of whom died building the Ancient Tomb, numbered not just in the thousands, but at least ten thousand.

Even the souls of kings from past dynasties of Chu were among them, having been imprisoned by the Ghost Sacrificer for years on end.

Above the palace, dense crowds of ghosts appeared, with men and women, old people, and also the golden boys and jade girls that had been seen continuously before.

Their ghostly wails were extremely tragic and sent shivers down one’s spine.

The Ghost Sacrificer looked up and opened his mouth to inhale, sucking countless ghosts into his mouth.

In that instant, an extremely horrifying Ghost Qi erupted from the body of the Ghost Sacrificer.

This guy, he was the final AA-rated task.

Chu Hao glanced at the combat strength value of the Ghost Sacrificer and immediately jumped in fright. Thirty thousand combat strength points.

"Descendants of King Chu, you’re seeking death!"

The Ghost Sacrificer charged down, an ancient bronze sword appearing in his hand, thrusting towards Chu Hao.

Chu Hao met the attack!

Outside the palace, the Corpse Ghost Army had been wiped out. Everyone was exhausted, yet they saw hope for survival.

Ji Ba was so tired he was panting and said, "HAHA... what about the Underground People? Aren’t they all killed just the same by us?"

Many people smiled, their problem finally resolved. Suddenly, a loud bang came from the palace, and three people were flung out—it was Chu Hao, Zhao Yun, and Zhang Fei.

Chu Hao clutched his chest, wiping away the blood from the corner of his mouth, and cursed, "Damn, how is this Ghost Sacrificer so strong?"

Inside the palace, the Ghost Sacrificer emerged, surrounded by swirling black mist. He had already surpassed the realm of a Ghost General and reached the level of a Semi-Ghost King.

Ji Ba exclaimed in shock, "OMG, that’s one huge rice dumpling."

The Ghost Sacrificer let out a long howl, and the Ghost Qi around him was chilling, as if countless Ghost Shadows were wailing and howling all around.

The Ghost Sacrificer stretched out a hand. A foreign mercenary’s body flew towards him, and the Ghost Sacrificer grabbed his neck. The mercenary’s expression was one of extreme terror as he struggled painfully.

The Ghost Sacrificer looked down, opened his mouth to inhale, and the life force within the mercenary was continually absorbed. The entire person rapidly withered, turning into a completely dried-up corpse.

The Ghost Sacrificer’s body seemed to have its vigor increased, not looking so withered anymore.

The Ghost Sacrificer roared, "Today, no one is allowed to leave! Kill without mercy!"

Seeing this, everyone felt their scalp tingle.

Chu Hao was also dumbfounded. The Semi-Ghost King was really that powerful.

What good did fear do? Now, it’s either he kills the other party or the other party kills him.

Chu Hao swallowed his saliva and said, "System, think of something."

At this time, the System would surely recommend purchasing something, and then Chu Hao would release a powerful move, killing the Ghost Sacrificer.

System: "Run..."

Chu Hao got angry, saying, "Goddamn it, are you messing with me?"

System: "Not enough Pretentiousness Points, temporarily cannot kill the Ghost Sacrificer."

Chu Hao: "Are you kidding me? I have sixty thousand Merit Points right now, and even after converting, aren’t twelve thousand Pretentiousness Points enough?"

System: "Of course! Host can also find his own way to kill the Ghost Sacrificer."

Chu Hao: "Then tell me, how many Pretentiousness Points are needed to kill this guy?"

System: "Still lacking four thousand Pretentiousness Points, but with a discount card, it is enough."

Four thousand Pretentiousness Points might sound easy to get, but they are just what I lack right now.

No, I have to show off.

Seeing the fear and terror on the faces of the intruders, if I’m going to show off, I can’t let them lose faith in Brother Hao, otherwise, it’s game over for everyone. I must stir up the crowd’s fighting spirit to complete the show-off, right?

Chu Hao took a deep breath and with a stern look said, "Old Ghost, do you really think this Taoist Master can’t defeat you? Just now, I was only probing you."

The twenty-some people looked at Chu Hao, who was their only hope for survival.

If Chu Hao died, everyone here would be doomed.

The Ghost Sacrificer wore no expression as rolling black energy swirled around him. His eyes were terrifying, and the sharp fangs at the corners of his mouth made him look more and more like a zombie.

Chu Hao stood with his hands behind his back, appearing calm and at ease, as if there was a two hundred percent chance that he could annihilate the Ghost Sacrificer, which gave everyone confidence in him.

Chu Hao waved his hand nonchalantly and said, "When this Taoist Master truly makes a move, even I’m afraid of myself. Tell me... how do you want to die?"

"DING... Host forcefully showed off, gaining the trust of the audience and receiving 800 Pretentiousness Points."

Awesome, still 3,200 Pretentiousness Points to go.

Everyone was invigorated, and Chu Hao’s confidence reignited their hope for survival.

A tall man, whom Chu Hao had previously hired to kill members of the Ghost Offering Clan, along with his two companions, called out excitedly, "Master Chu Tian, kill this monster!"

Others said, "Master Chu Tian is mighty and domineering."

Facing the crowd’s cheers, Chu Hao remained expressionless, as if he were a lone hero who wouldn’t flinch even if millions of enemies stood before him!

The Ghost Sacrificer roared, half-believing and half-doubting. Engulfed in chilling Ghost Qi, he charged forward rapidly. At this point, who would back down?

Facing the charging Ghost Sacrificer, Chu Hao’s expression remained unchanged. That look in his eyes made it seem as if he truly looked down on the Ghost Sacrificer, viewing him as dirt. This was inspiring to everyone.

"Master Chu will definitely make it."

"Yeah! He always creates miracles."

Go, Master Chu Tian! With your splendid performance, kill this monster, and let us all survive together.

Everyone had complete confidence in Chu Hao; he was a man who always made miracles happen.

Ji Ba was so excited that he screamed, turning into a little fanboy, admiringly watching Chu Hao.

Everyone was thrilled; they wanted to witness Chu Hao’s splendid performance of slaughtering enemies from all sides.

The next moment, there were no splendid ultimate moves.

Because they saw Chu Hao turn his head and run, faster than a rabbit, so swift that he disappeared in an instant.

Everyone was speechless. Where was the splendid performance? Where was the splendid ultimate move? Their adoration and trust in him had been rock-solid, even surpassing the trust they had in themselves. He had been so incredibly nonchalant and overconfident just moments ago, and now, after putting on his act, he just ran?

Su Muyue, Ji Ba, the tall man, and many others were left utterly speechless.

"DING... Host has achieved the feat of showing off and then running away, earning 1,600 Pretentiousness Points."

This round is good. Continue showing off two more times, and I’ll have enough points to kill the Ghost Sacrificer.

Chu Hao turned his head to look and saw the Ghost Sacrificer stopping in his tracks, looking at him speechlessly.

Chu Hao stopped, placed his hands on his hips, and laughed loudly, "HAHA, why aren’t you chasing? This Taoist Master has long seen through your weakness, Old Ghost. You can’t leave the palace, can you? HUMPH... I have foresight. What don’t I know?"

Everyone was surprised and looked toward the Ghost Sacrificer.

Did Chu Hao really see through the opponent’s weakness?

The Ghost Sacrificer angrily said, "What nonsense are you spouting?"

Chu Hao appeared self-satisfied and said, "No need to hide it anymore. If you leave the palace’s range, you are just trash. Just wait, this Taoist Master will go out right now and kill all the Ghost Offering Clan members. Want to fight with Brother Hao? Go cultivate for another thirty thousand years then."

OMG!