Immortals Step into Heaven

Chapter 132 Hu Gui's Pursuit

Only after he was sure that there was nothing suspicious did he slowly leave the market and disappear on the road outside the market.

Zheng Yuan saw nothing unusual behind him, confirming that no one was following him. A slight smile rose from his lips, and he was secretly delighted. He immediately quickened his pace and headed towards the Danqing Sect. Along the way, he was obsessed with how to use the treasures he had purchased to improve his strength after returning to the sect.

However, just as he was on his way, a figure suddenly appeared in front of him without any warning. Startled, Zheng Yuan quickly looked over. To his surprise, the person before him was Hu Gui from Tianbao Pavilion. Zheng Yuan frowned, puzzled. How could this guy be here?

Hu Gui smiled smugly and said slowly, "Fellow Daoist Zheng, I didn't expect you to be so cautious. I thought you were just an ordinary cultivator, but I didn't expect you to slip away from me so many times. I tried to catch you in the market several times, but you cleverly escaped every time." A sinister glint flashed in his eyes. "But you won't be so lucky today."

Zheng Yuan was stunned and puzzled, and asked loudly, "Fellow Daoist Hu, how on earth did you find me?" Various possibilities flashed through his mind, but he couldn't figure out how Hu Gui had tracked him down.

Hu Gui sneered, "Zheng Yuan, do you think your disguise and concealment skills can fool me? I secretly left a tracking mark on your hair. I know every step you take."

Zheng Yuan's heart trembled, secretly blaming himself for being careless. He hadn't expected Hu Gui to be so cunning. He had changed his clothes and neglected to clean his hair, which was why he fell into his trap. He clenched his fists. "Boss Hu, we've already completed the deal. Why are you still chasing me?"

Hu Gui's eyes flashed with greed. "Hmph, you think I'd do a loss-making deal? That defensive spiritual weapon is worth far more than the price you offered. Hand over your remaining spiritual stones and storage bag, and perhaps I'll spare your life."

Zheng Yuan glared at him. "Hu Gui, you're not going to succeed!" He quickly took out the spiritual bracelet he had just bought and poured spiritual energy into it. The bracelet instantly grew larger, blocking his way. Meanwhile, his other hand quietly reached for the storage bag at his waist, ready to find a chance to escape.

Seeing this, Hu Gui snorted disdainfully. "With your tenth-level weapon refinement skills, you think you can challenge me? I'm an early-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator. You can't escape today." With that, he quickly formed seals with his hands, and a powerful magical force swept towards Zheng Yuan.

Zheng Yuan felt the powerful magic power coming towards him, his face solemn. But he showed no sign of retreating. He shouted loudly, exerting all his magic power. The bracelet shone brightly, resisting Hu Gui's attack. The collision caused a flash of light and a roar of sound.

"Hu Gui, don't underestimate me!" Zheng Yuan said with gritted teeth. He knew he couldn't just sit there and wait for death. Taking advantage of the gap between the surges of mana, he took out a Huang Yuan Dan from his storage bag and swallowed it. Instantly, his mana was slightly replenished.

However, the bracelet was blown back by Hu Gui's powerful magic power, drawing an arc in the air. Zheng Yuan saw the opportunity and rushed forward to catch the bracelet. He did not dare to delay any longer and immediately used the earth escape technique.

His body gradually melted into the ground, the surrounding dirt and rocks surrounding him as if alive. In the blink of an eye, Zheng Yuan's figure disappeared without a trace, leaving behind only a somewhat messy ground and an angry Hu Gui.

Hu Gui frowned, his eyes filled with rage. "Want to run?" Not so easy! He quickly formed seals with his hands, muttering something, and unleashed the tracking technique.

A strange array appeared in his hand, and with a flickering light, it faintly pointed in the direction Zheng Yuan had fled. Hu Gui snorted coldly and summoned his flying sword, chasing after Zheng Yuan at such a speed that it was like a streak of light.

Hu Gui stood atop the flying sword, the wind whistling past his ears, his clothes rustling. His gaze was like lightning, fixed on the direction indicated by the array disk. His anger grew stronger, and he secretly vowed to catch up with Zheng Yuan and reclaim his wealth.

Zheng Yuan was moving quickly through the dirt, and every time he passed by, he could feel the threat of a shadow following him. He knew that Hu Gui would not let him go easily, and he was thinking about how to get rid of his pursuit.

Dozens of miles later, Zheng Yuan emerged from the ground like a ghost emerging from the earth. His face was pale, beads of sweat beaded his forehead, and his eyes were filled with tension and anxiety. He didn't dare to delay. He hurriedly reached into his storage bag and pulled out a warmly glowing Earth Spirit Orb and a talisman with shimmering runes. He clasped them tightly in his hands. As if sensing its owner's nervousness, the Earth Spirit Orb trembled slightly, and the mana within it surged stronger.

Hu Gui had been staring intently at the ground, not missing a single movement. Seeing Zheng Yuan finally emerge from the ground, the corners of his mouth curled up slightly, a hint of triumph flashed in his eyes, and he was overjoyed. He shouted, "Zheng, my friend, you can't escape! Look at you, you're trapped like a turtle in a jar. You'd better surrender as soon as possible."

If you behave, perhaps I'll show mercy and leave you with your body intact. Otherwise, don't blame me for being ruthless. Before he finished speaking, the magical flying sword he was holding tightly in his hand flew out, transforming into a gleaming, cold blade. With a whistling sound, it pierced Zheng Yuan like a meteor chasing the moon. Wherever the flying sword passed, the air was torn apart, making a sharp sound of breaking through the air. The powerful wave of magic power pressed the surrounding grass and trees to the ground.

Zheng Yuan's heart rang with alarm. He knew the power of Hu Gui's attack, but without hesitation, he immediately used the Earth Escape Technique to escape. Just as he was about to disappear from the ground, Hu Gui's flying sword pierced the spot where Zheng Yuan had just stood. With a loud "bang," dust flew up, and a large crater was dug into the ground. The earth and rocks around the crater were blasted everywhere, and small rocks were launched into the surrounding area like cannonballs, breaking branches and looting surrounding trees.

Zheng Yuan darted underground, but Hu Gui, like a dog-skin plaster, remained unshaken. Zheng Yuan repeatedly employed the Earth Escape Technique, each time exerting his full strength, but Hu Gui always managed to quickly locate him with his mysterious tracking technique. The prolonged and intense use of the Earth Escape Technique drained Zheng Yuan's mana like a flood.

He could feel his magical power gradually dwindling. Each spell he cast became increasingly difficult, and his body grew increasingly exhausted. A wave of despair welled up in Zheng Yuan's heart. He knew that if this continued, he would surely die at Hu Gui's hands. But he refused to give in. A glimmer of unyielding determination still shone in his eyes as he desperately thought of a way to escape.