Chapter 1038: Chapter 1038

A Quasi-Saint level expert, when fully exerting themselves, can traverse a thousand miles in an instant.

The place where Sun Daniu and Li Xiu’er were fighting, to prevent any accidents, the two of them deliberately distanced themselves from Chi You and Chen Hai, yet their location was no more than a few hundred meters away.

At this moment, with this step, Chi You intended to appear nearby them. Whether he would stop the fight or help Li Xiu’er slay Sun Daniu was something only he knew!

Unfortunately, despite his plans, things would not develop as he anticipated.

The surrounding scene changed, and the foot he had stepped out was once again firmly on the ground.

Sun Daniu and Li Xiu’er were still a few hundred meters away, yet he bizarrely appeared right in front of Chen Hai for reasons unknown.

His expression changed dramatically, as if he couldn’t believe it, he took several consecutive steps.

Step after step, he couldn’t escape this small area. When his foot touched the ground, upon opening his eyes, he’d still find Chen Hai lazily gazing at him.

To an outsider, his situation seemed like a fool calling out "one-two-one" as he marched in place.

Of course, in his own perception, it wasn’t at all like that.

Each step out, the scenery around him changed rapidly, as though he’d traversed tens or hundreds of miles, but when his foot fell, opening his eyes to survey all around, he found himself still in the same place.

This situation was bizarre to the extreme.

If Chi You were not a Quasi-Saint, but a mere mortal, he’d be said to be going around in circles.

In his case, it could only be said that some incredibly strange power, unknown to him, had affected him and clouded his perception.

After trying a dozen times with the same result each time, Chi You despaired and resigned himself to his fate!

Standing before Chen Hai, he ceased his chaotic movements and silently stared at Chen Hai.

Of course, he knew that his predicament was definitely connected to Chen Hai.

But knowing was one thing; being able to do anything to Chen Hai was another!

After all, the man hadn’t even moved a finger, yet had made him run in circles.

In the face of a sudden conflict, if he really broke out with Chen Hai and fought directly, could his meager skills be a match for Chen Hai?

"Taoist Friend Chi You, if not for your recent reminder, I might have forgotten that the Innate Spiritual Treasure Cosmic Light Tower in my disciple’s hand seems to have been forcibly taken by you!"

"If something doesn’t belong to you, even if it falls before you, remember not to act recklessly; otherwise, it may lead to death."

"Considering you’ve lost one disciple, no, it should be two disciples, I’ll not fuss over you taking my disciple’s treasure."

"Hand it over honestly; otherwise, you’ll bear the consequences!"

"Remember, disciples can be taken in again if lost, but if your life is lost, everything becomes nothing, truly leaving you with nothing!"

Sweeping his gaze over Chi You in front of him, Chen Hai spoke slowly, unhurriedly.

As he spoke, he stretched out a hand, and the Innate Spiritual Treasure Cosmic Light Tower that had been forcibly suppressed in Chi You’s palm broke free from its confines, flew up as if by magic, and settled into Chen Hai’s hand.

"Taoist Friend, the Cosmic Light Tower belongs to Brother Daniu; naturally, it should return to its rightful owner."

"Earlier, being thwarted by that malicious woman Li Xiu’er, he couldn’t retain the Cosmic Light Tower, and it fell to the ground."

"I picked it up only out of concern that it might fall into Li Xiu’er’s hands, thus temporarily safeguarding the treasure for Brother Daniu!" Tʜe sourcᴇ of thɪs content ɪs novel⟡fire.net

Expression complex, Chi You gritted his teeth and hurriedly offered an explanation.

He who recognizes the times is a wise man; indeed, this person recognizes the times well and is truly a commendable figure of this age.

Previously, when Chen Hai parted two mountains and emerged from the crack in between, although shocking, it wasn’t really anything noteworthy.

As a Quasi-Saint, Chi You similarly possesses the power to move mountains and overturn seas and could recreate that scene if he wished.

It was for this reason that, when he saw Li Xiu’er in a perilous situation, knowing full well Chen Hai’s looming presence, he nonetheless prepared to act without hesitation.

But now, having seen the strange methods Chen Hai displayed, his heart grew cold.

Since it was certain that in terms of strength, he was no match for Chen Hai, unless he had a death wish, he wouldn’t dare stand up to Chen Hai.

As for Li Xiu’er, Chi You could only say sorry to her in secret!

She may be his disciple, but her heart was too consumed by vengeance; she could willingly share a bed for over a decade with her great enemy Sun Daniu. Such a woman was too cunning, no longer pure.

If she indeed perished here, it might be for the best, at least preserving his own life to continue enjoying worldly pleasures.

Disciples can be taken in again if lost, but if his life was forfeited, all would truly turn to nothing...

Just reflecting on Chen Hai’s words, Chi You found them quite sensible.

He thought that upon returning, he could write those words and place them in his study as his motto.

Of course, he could examine these words thrice daily himself, but as for his disciples, it would be better not to let them know.

Having obediently returned the Cosmic Light Tower to Chen Hai, Chi You openly and covertly offered compliments again.

Only when Chen Hai’s expressionless face showed a trace of a smile did Chi You cautiously inquire, "Li Xiu’er deserved her fate; her current predicament was brought upon herself."

"Brother Daniu is also unfortunate; the world is full of women, yet he ends up with one as malicious and scheming as Li Xiu’er?"

"Honestly, among my dozen female disciples, not only in talent and appearance but also in ability, many surpass Li Xiu’er. If Brother Daniu is interested..."

This fellow, ingratiating himself, spoke eloquently before Chen Hai.

Meanwhile, Sun Daniu and Li Xiu’er continued their combat; while he sentenced Li Xiu’er to death, he’d started matchmaking for Sun Daniu.

"Scram!" A weary Chen Hai uttered just one word.

Upon hearing it, Chi You felt as if pardoned, saluted Chen Hai with a fist before disappearing with lightning speed, not even a shadow left in the blink of an eye.

It seemed all his incessant chatter was merely seeking an opportunity to leave.

"Ah..." a scream resounded.

Not only unable to avenge herself but even forsaken by her Master Chi You, Li Xiu’er was engulfed by the cruel reality, fostering a death wish, her whole being utterly desolate.

In her weakened state fighting Sun Daniu, Chi You’s actions led her to change her fighting style, solely attacking while forsaking defense.

With victory assured, Sun Daniu didn’t want to suffer a stray loss by having Li Xiu’er drag him down, thus his attack slowed and became defensive.

They struggled for a while, until now when he finally found a chance.

Risking a shoulder injury, he seized on Li Xiu’er’s flaw and brutally punched through her chest.