Follow the path of Dao from infancy Chapter 1675 Chapter 423: Old Acquaintance from the Southern Domain, Opening the Chaos Dao! (Triple Combo)

Following their confrontation, a mutual respect had blossomed between them, strengthening the bond of brotherhood among the disciples.

"I must depart now to attend to some personal business."

Di Wushe offered a respectful bow to his master. Before exiting, he shifted his gaze toward Li Hao and remarked, "Work hard, little junior brother. I have placed my bets on your success."

Feeling a bit surprised by the encouragement, Li Hao quickly replied, "I am grateful, Second Brother."

"Junior Brother Haotian, I am also wagering on your victory."

Gu Mofan took his leave from their master and echoed the sentiment to Li Hao.

"Count me in as well."

Zhan Qinghuang added her voice to the lighthearted atmosphere.

With those words, the three of them flashed faint smiles at the visibly irritated Di Lingshu before vanishing from the hall.

"Do not let it bother you, Junior Sister. Qingge and I remain convinced that you will not be overtaken!"

Lei Jingfeng spoke to Di Lingshu after sharing a look with Long Qingge.

Even so, Di Lingshu’s expression remained tense. Her senior brothers were not siding with her, and even Di Wushe, who shared her clan blood, had turned away. While she hadn't taken the wager seriously before, she was now truly focused.

"Little junior brother, we didn't mean anything by it. We shall be going now."

After speaking, Lei Jingfeng gave Li Hao a smile and a wave as he prepared to leave.

Understanding that they harbored no genuine ill will, Li Hao waved back in farewell.

Di Lingshu shot a glance at Li Hao and challenged, "Then show me you can actually catch up!"

Her form flickered as she paid her respects to the Dao Origin Immortal Emperor and vanished instantly.

The vast hall was now empty save for Li Hao, the Dao Origin Immortal Emperor, and the Mystic Turtle Emperor Soul standing nearby.

"Go prepare your belongings for the journey. Apply some pressure to your senior sister; you will both reach new heights faster through this mutual rivalry."

The Dao Origin Immortal Emperor spoke with a gentle smile.

Thinking of Shi Miao, Li Hao felt a trace of hesitation. "Master, would it be possible for me to remain here a little longer?"

"Oh?"

The Dao Origin Immortal Emperor looked at him with confusion.

However, a look of sudden comprehension soon filled his eyes. "Is it her you are waiting for?"

Li Hao gave a nod.

The Dao Origin Immortal Emperor’s eyes flickered as he recalled the girl who had staked this lifetime across the vast river of time. With a silent internal sigh, he answered:

"As you wish."

Li Hao thanked him immediately.

Turning to the Mystic Turtle Emperor Soul, the Dao Origin Immortal Emperor commanded, "Continue to accompany him. Stay until he achieves his breakthrough to the King Sealing Realm. In the meantime, assist him in settling onto the mountain."

The Mystic Turtle Emperor Soul gave its assent and escorted Li Hao away.

"I will first guide you to establish your residence. You are free to construct any style of palace you desire. These are the dwellings of your senior brothers. Should you need them, you can engage their avatars within."

The Mystic Turtle Emperor Soul gestured toward the magnificent structures flanking the main hall.

Li Hao nodded. As he approached the site, his mind raced, and he raised a hand to manifest the Great Dao Origin of Wood.

The earth trembled slightly, and before long, a modest courtyard surrounded by a fence appeared.

The Mystic Turtle Emperor Soul was taken aback. "Is this all?"

"It is sufficient for living."

Gazing at the courtyard, Li Hao felt as though he had returned to a place of familiarity. He opened the gate and remarked, "The world may be boundless, but a small space of three feet is all one needs to dwell."

Observing this, the Mystic Turtle Emperor Soul did not argue. While some preferred opulence and others favored ancient dignity, Li Hao’s preference for simplicity was not unheard of.

With the residence established, the Mystic Turtle Emperor Soul escorted Li Hao to the training grounds at the summit, detailing the regulations of Extreme Dao Mountain.

The rules were straightforward without many restrictions, given Li Hao’s status as a Direct Disciple. He was simply expected to honor the teachers and the Dao while refraining from harming his fellow disciples.

The higher one's standing, the fewer the constraints.

After becoming acquainted with the peak, Li Hao stood at the perimeter looking down. He noted that even in the training area closest to the top, there were hundreds of individuals. To his shock, their auras were almost entirely at the Immortal King Realm, with only a handful of Immortal Monarchs among them!

"Are all of these people Outer Sect disciples?"

Li Hao was genuinely stunned.

The Mystic Turtle Emperor Soul explained, "Aside from the Direct Disciples like yourself, the rest belong to the Outer Sect, distinguished only by how long they have trained. All of them must address you as Senior Brother."

Li Hao was momentarily speechless. He finally grasped the feelings Sword Heart and Ming Yue had during the conflict in the Southern Domain.

As the Direct Disciple of a Supreme being, Immortal Kings were treated as ordinary.

Just then, an immense Emperor’s Might erupted from the main hall, blanketed the entirety of Extreme Dao Mountain.

The image of their master, the Dao Origin Immortal Emperor, manifested like a colossal Heaven and Earth Law Manifestation, seemingly cradling Extreme Dao Mountain in his palms.

"On this day, Extreme Dao Mountain welcomes its seventh Direct Disciple. Let the heavens celebrate!"

As the voice boomed, the manifestation gestured toward the sky, weaving the clouds into a perfect likeness of Li Hao. The figure possessed the same aura and essence, appearing like a masterpiece crafted from mist!

Li Hao was deeply moved by the sight; his master’s mastery of the Artistic Path was truly incredible!

This grand proclamation roused countless disciples from their Cultivation. Upon seeing the image of the Dao Origin Immortal Emperor, they all dropped to their knees in reverence.

"A seventh Direct Disciple has been named?"

"Only a few centuries have passed, yet he has chosen another?!"

"That is the one who just scaled the mountain!"

"His status is clearly immense, being escorted by an Emperor’s Weapon; he is truly a Direct Disciple!"

Scores of disciples looked up, studying the cloud-formed portrait of Li Hao with shock. They burned the youth's image into their memories, knowing they must show absolute respect and call him Senior Brother whenever they met!

On Extreme Dao Mountain, encounters with the Dao Origin Immortal Emperor were rare; thus, the Direct Disciples were viewed as the heavens themselves!

The numerous Immortal Kings at the high-level training grounds were equally stunned, silently memorizing Li Hao's features.

Suddenly, various manifestations of Great Dao Origins swept across Extreme Dao Mountain. Chaos surged and thunder rumbled, as if the very universe was resonating in celebration!