Chapter 476: Battle with Sha Li
"Boy, you have the blood of my clan on your body!"
In front of the towering Ten Thousand Commerce Tower, Sha Li suddenly turned his gaze towards Lin Langtian, who stood amidst the crowd. His nostrils flared slightly as he took a sniff, immediately revealing a ruthless killing intent within his eyes as he growled menacingly.
Following his declaration, the once lively surroundings abruptly quieted down. The atmosphere grew instantly tense, as everyone's gaze followed Sha Li's, landing squarely upon the green-robed young man.
Speculation filled their eyes. Having the scent of the Blood Demon Shark Clan's blood… Could this person possibly have the infamous Blood Shark Seal branded upon him?
At that thought, the crowd exchanged startled glances, with some even showing expressions filled with schadenfreude. To dare wander around the Chaotic Demon Sea bearing the Blood Shark Seal—did this fellow really believe that the Blood Demon Shark Clan was easy to bully?
Now he'd walked right into trouble—and not just any trouble. It was the young genius of the Blood Demon Shark Clan, Sha Li, known as the "Little Shark King."
Behind Sha Li, three indifferent-looking elders similarly directed their gazes toward Lin Langtian. When they sensed the familiar scent of their clan's blood, their brows slightly knitted. Upon noticing Mu Lingshan standing next to Lin Langtian, even their indifferent expressions underwent a subtle change.
"Young master Sha Li, that girl beside him seems to be the little princess from the Undying Saint Whale Clan," one elder next to Sha Li whispered solemnly.
"Oh? The little brat from the Undying Saint Whale Clan?" Sha Li glanced briefly at Mu Lingshan, his voice low and vicious. Seemingly recalling something, he returned his attention to Lin Langtian, a bloody gleam flickering in his crimson eyes.
"No wonder the squad sent after her was completely annihilated—it was your doing! Human, you're quite courageous!" Sha Li roared, waving his hand decisively. Behind him, the three elders and a dozen Blood Demon Shark Clan warriors immediately rushed forward, swiftly surrounding Lin Langtian's group.
The onlookers rapidly distanced themselves from Lin Langtian and his companions, casting sympathetic glances his way. Being targeted by the Blood Demon Shark Clan was an absolute death sentence in the Chaotic Demon Sea.
"Looks like we've been discovered…" The Liu brothers quickly took defensive positions. Lin Langtian sighed slightly, shaking his head. It seemed his luck was truly bad—to run into the Blood Demon Shark Clan the moment he arrived at the Corrosive Demon Sea, and even have his identity exposed.
"You stinking shark! If you dare touch us, my grandpa won't forgive you!" Mu Lingshan, hands on her hips, glared fiercely at Sha Li, her youthful voice filled with anger. Clearly, they had history.
"Hmph! The Corrosive Demon Sea is within my clan's sphere of influence. Even though your Undying Saint Whale Clan is powerful, your influence doesn't stretch here. I'll deal with you later. Right now, the issue is with him," Sha Li pointed toward Lin Langtian, his sharp teeth bared in a malicious grin. "Since he bears our clan's Blood Shark Seal, he must've slaughtered many of our people. First, let me settle accounts with him!"
His murderous aura surged wildly, eyes filled with violent intent as he confronted Lin Langtian directly.
Lin Langtian frowned slightly, but his expression remained indifferent as he replied casually, "So what if I killed them?"
Hearing such contemptuous words, the crowd gasped audibly. This person was incredibly arrogant, showing no fear of the Blood Demon Shark Clan whatsoever.
Sha Li's face immediately turned icy, a crimson glow enveloping him as he snarled, "You're the first human in years who dares speak to me so arrogantly. You're asking for death!"
At Sha Li's signal, the three elders and their dozen followers instantly released powerful Yuan Power. Particularly, the three elders emanated the heavy, mountain-like pressure unique to Death Profound Realm experts.
Seeing this, the Liu brothers immediately responded, releasing equally strong Death Profound Realm auras.
"Oh? So you brought three Death Profound Realm bodyguards. No wonder you dare provoke my Blood Demon Shark Clan. But if this is your only reliance, it's nowhere near enough!" Sha Li sneered contemptuously. He glanced dismissively at Lin Langtian, clearly believing that his own background was far superior.
Sha Li cracked his neck, bones popping audibly. Then, raising his finger arrogantly toward Lin Langtian, he mocked, "Come, boy! Let's exchange a few blows."
Crimson light burst from Sha Li's body, revealing eerie, blood-red scales covering him from head to toe. His hands transformed into two savage, crimson bone blades, sharp enough to ripple the space around them.
Whoosh!
Like a monster covered in scales, Sha Li charged directly at Lin Langtian with blinding speed. Clearly, the Blood Shark Seal had thoroughly infuriated him, and he personally wanted Lin Langtian dead!
Just as Liu Da was about to step forward, Lin Langtian stopped him, calmly stating, "You three, protect Lingshan. I'll handle this."
Although Sha Li was a Death Profound Realm expert, Lin Langtian was already a half-step into the Death Profound Realm himself and confident in dealing with Sha Li alone. If Liu Da intervened, the conflict would escalate further, creating unwanted complications.
Swish! Swish!
Two crimson blades instantly cut through space toward Lin Langtian's throat.
Lin Langtian swiftly responded, dark flames surging around his palms as he counterattacked with precise palm strikes aimed directly at the crossing point of the blades.
Clang!
The metallic sound reverberated loudly, releasing a violent shockwave. Onlookers hurriedly erected Yuan Power defenses, yet many still coughed blood from the shock.
Suddenly, a bloody shadow appeared behind Lin Langtian.
"Shark Tooth Rend!"
Countless sharp, crimson shark teeth shot forward, carrying a fierce lethality capable of tearing through even peak Life Profound Realm defenses. Sha Li had no intention of holding back; he was fighting to kill!
"Demonic Flame Shield!"
Feeling the deadly intent, Lin Langtian quickly formed a seal. Black flames expanded rapidly, forming a barrier that deflected the bloody assault.
Boom! Boom! Boom!
Each shark tooth struck heavily against the shield, causing ripples but failing to penetrate. With increased strength, Lin Langtian's control over the Chaotic Demonic Flames had clearly improved tremendously.
Seizing an opportunity, Lin Langtian thrust two fingers enveloped in flame, piercing through the remaining bloody energy to strike Sha Li directly.
Thud!
Sha Li staggered backward, the flames scorching his chest, leaving a darkened mark. He touched his wound and sneered, "Your offense and defense are good, but it's useless against my 'Demonic Shark Scales.'"
Lin Langtian narrowed his eyes, observing the strange, living scales on Sha Li's body that had dispersed his attack energy so effectively.
Mu Lingshan quickly shouted from behind, "Brother Langtian, his scales are a secret Blood Demon Shark Clan technique formed by countless Blood Demon Shark Ants that devour energy. It's almost impossible to break!"
"So these scales are living creatures?" Lin Langtian muttered in surprise. No wonder they seemed odd—they were actually formed by countless small beasts.
"Your attacks are useless, but mine can easily kill you!" Sha Li laughed arrogantly, preparing another vicious attack.
Lin Langtian ignored his mocking laughter, combining both his powerful flames—Vermillion Bird Flame in one hand and Chaotic Demonic Flame in the other—intending to form the devastating "Demonic Fury Fire Lotus."
"Then I'll just break through your shark skin!" Lin Langtian sneered.
"You think you can?" Sha Li mocked contemptuously.
However, just as the intense flames approached each other, a strong aura suddenly erupted from the tower, followed by a commanding voice:
"This is the Ten Thousand Commerce Tower, not a battlefield. Would you all kindly give us some face and stop fighting?"
Two figures quickly appeared. One middle-aged man gently waved his hand, effortlessly forcing Lin Langtian and Sha Li apart with formidable energy.
"A Death Profound Realm perfection-level expert!" Lin Langtian's expression grew serious. This middle-aged man was undeniably powerful.
"Master Mo Ling has appeared!"
The crowd immediately began murmuring excitedly, clearly recognizing this influential figure as the right-hand man of the tower's master.
"This boy bears the Blood Shark Seal and has slain countless of my clansmen! Is your tower protecting my clan's enemy?" Sha Li accused harshly.
"Young master Sha Li misunderstands. The Ten Thousand Commerce Tower is neutral; we simply enforce peace within our city," a gentle female voice interjected.
Turning, Lin Langtian saw an elegant young woman in a striking blue dress, standing gracefully beside Mo Ling. Her presence clearly indicated high status and impressive strength.
Faced with this unexpected interference, Sha Li reluctantly withdrew, snarling to Lin Langtian, "You can't hide forever. Your life is mine!"
Watching Sha Li depart, Lin Langtian narrowed his eyes thoughtfully. Who would kill whom remained to be seen.
The blue-dressed woman smiled sweetly at Lin Langtian. "May I know your name?"
"Lin Langtian," he replied calmly, without hesitation.
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