Follow the path of Dao from infancy Chapter 1807 Chapter 471: Painting Formation (Part 3)

"Brother Haotian performed quite admirably already. Once the fight begins, we'll keep him safe in the middle. Even though he might be the least powerful, we'll make sure to shield him properly."

A different youth, shrouded in dark energy throughout his body, voiced his thoughts.

Li Hao identified him as part of the Ghost Tribe, belonging to the identical group as those two sisters from the Ghost Tribe.

"Exactly so."

Long Ying gave a light nod as well. At this point, they had come to accept both Li Hao and Shi Miao. While safeguarding Li Hao carried some danger for their group, the benefits and praises they'd earn turned it into a valuable effort.

After that, Long Ying presented the other six individuals to Li Hao. The stunning woman with fox ears went by the name Liuli, the Ghost Tribe fellow was known as Gui Xuanbing, and the youth clad in dark robes was Duan Yuan, hailing from the Night Dragon Clan.

The last trio consisted of Wuyue, Yan Jing, and Zi Qianxue.

"In our Dragon Shield Seven Towers, things mirror the setup in the other towers—the greater your cultivation level, the upper the level you reside on. Brother Haotian, with your First Level of Immortal King Realm, the first floor suits you best."

Long Ying informed Li Hao.

Li Hao cast a look at the bottommost first floor, remaining nonchalant, and nodded, "That's fine."

"Determined by power?"

Shi Miao arched a brow, her eyes settling on the dark-robed youth Duan Yuan, and she stated evenly, "If that's how it works, then I'll aim for the eighth floor."

"Are you issuing a challenge to me?"

Duan Yuan picked up on Shi Miao's irritation aimed at him, likely due to his initial objection before. He spoke bluntly without holding back:

"Fine, let's test it out then."

With both at the Fourth Level of Immortal King Realm, Duan Yuan refused to take the confrontation lightly.

"For any challenge, head to the Duel Arena."

Long Ying mentioned, yet he refrained from intervening, eager to witness Shi Miao's fighting ability. Unlike Li Hao, the pupil of the Immortal Emperor, his curiosity leaned more toward Shi Miao. Her genuine Fourth Level of Immortal King Realm strength qualified her for the Mystic Armor Department and marked her as a reliable partner in combat.

"No point in all that hassle."

Shi Miao declined with a shake of her head. Abruptly, her domain surged outward, morphing into a savage energy that rushed at Duan Yuan.

Duan Yuan's face twisted upon sensing the horrifying might hidden in that domain. Startled, he shifted right away into his shadowy dragon shape, bellowing while deploying his own domain.

However, the moment his domain emerged, Shi Miao's domain overpowered it. From within her domain stretched a ghostly finger, pale as if drawn from ancient records, enormous enough to skewer half the Dragon Shield Seven Towers, bearing down on Duan Yuan.

Duan Yuan barely unleashed his draconic cry before the finger crushed onto his skull, smashing him into the Dragon Shield Seven Towers and forcing blood from his lips.

The sight left Long Ying and his companions in utter shock.

Duan Yuan, who ranked just below Long Ying in their midst, got utterly overwhelmed by Shi Miao in a flash, falling behind immediately!

Even though Duan Yuan hadn't brought out his strongest technique yet, his domain had been breached by the foe. The difference stood out starkly.

"This can't be happening?"

"Her... Is she a follower of the Immortal Emperor too? Makes sense, given they're companions."

The group recovered from their daze, hearts pounding with astonishment, as their gazes sparkled with thrill. This level of battle prowess offered a huge advantage to their seventh floor team, perhaps offsetting Li Hao's weaknesses.

Li Hao realized Shi Miao was standing up for him and quickly sent a mental note urging her to hold back.

Shi Miao pulled back her strength, the domain energy receding like retreating waves. She eyed Duan Yuan and declared, "I took you on because of your rude remarks earlier. Consider it settled now. In battle, we fight as allies! Speak up if you hold any grudges. But should I spot any sneaky actions during the fight, you'll answer to me!"

Her statement prompted exchanged looks among the rest, bringing silent ease. Luckily, despite the girl's bold temperament, she showed fairness. Their biggest worry was a type who bottled up issues and stirred problems covertly.

Duan Yuan reverted to his dark-robed human appearance, face drained of color. He cleaned the blood from his mouth's edge, shot Shi Miao a glare of resentment, but ultimately drew in a steady breath and admitted, "I'm defeated, I yield—the eighth floor belongs to you."

"That's unnecessary; I'll take the second floor. I prefer being close to him."

Shi Miao answered coolly.

This revelation left Long Ying and the team at a loss for words. Thus, her clash with Duan Yuan had been nothing more than releasing pent-up anger.

Truly, women harbor a fierce grudge.