Gods: Start with Goblins

When Luo Dan arrived,
He was extremely calm.

But his eyes fell on those few remaining souls.

As expected,

The evil spirit that was emanating from it was exactly the same as the residual soul that he had seen in the mountains before.
His face was solemn.
It's not particularly good looking.

Could it be that a residual soul escaped from the mountains?

He shouldn't have killed so many people.

How could there be any fish that slipped through the net?

Thinking of this,
Luo Dan was in a great headache and was in a difficult situation.

He secretly speculated that the mysterious Qilin must be behind this series of strange and unpredictable events. Only the legendary Qilin with supreme magical powers could use such shocking means to awaken the residual souls hidden in the depths of the underworld and use them as sharp blades to ruthlessly point at him, Luodan. His thoughts were like being shrouded in fog. He couldn't figure out how deep the hatred and resentment between the two people were, so that they would not hesitate to risk heaven's punishment and release such a vicious thing to deal with him.

The disciples of the sect around them saw that Luo Dan's face, which usually wore a calm smile, was extremely ugly at this moment, as if the sky was covered with dark clouds, indicating that a storm was coming. Their hearts couldn't help but skip a beat, and an ominous premonition spread quietly like ice, making them wonder if they had accidentally stepped onto a pirate ship heading towards an unknown abyss. This feeling was both familiar and strange, and it made people feel afraid.

"How is this possible?" a disciple exclaimed in a low voice, with disbelief in his voice, "Senior Brother Luodan, he is well-known for being fearless, when have you ever seen him so panicked? There must be some unknown secret hidden in this, perhaps it is a horror that we have never imagined."

Luo Dan frowned and quickly scanned the surroundings, trying to find the light that could guide him out of the fog from the complicated clues. The people from other sects also exchanged uneasy glances. Without saying much, they understood that this sudden turmoil was probably much more complicated and dangerous than they had imagined. In this ancient and mysterious land, the prelude to a battle between grievances, love and hatred, and good and evil was quietly opening.

"I told you, we shouldn't have agreed to his request so easily. Now look what's going on. Are we going to lose our lives because of this?" One of them said with regret and uneasiness in his tone. Their eyes were fixed on the remnant soul in front of them that was emitting bursts of demonic energy. Their hearts were like a surging river and sea, up and down, unable to calm down.

The evil spirit was like a substance that suppressed their nerves, making them always have an ominous premonition lingering in their hearts, as if something terrible would happen in the next moment. Their eyes were full of vigilance and fear, but they did not dare to retreat easily, for fear that if they showed any fear, they would be swallowed by the evil spirit.

Qilin was watching all this quietly from the side. His eyes were as sharp as an eagle, as if he could see through everything. When his eyes fell on Luodan, the corners of his mouth could not help but rise, revealing a meaningful smile. He seemed to see what Luodan was thinking and guessed what he was going to do next, so he reminded him: "Luodan, don't think about taking on all this alone. Since we came here together, we have to face it together. No matter what the result is, we can't let you face that remnant soul alone."

"What do you think? Are you surprised? I deliberately released several residual souls from the mountains just to deal with you. Now I can finally expose the previous grudge. You should hand over the things that belong to me quickly." Qilin still remembered what Luodan took from him. When Luodan heard this, he immediately denied it.

"That object never belonged to you from the beginning. It is my lost treasure and a bond in my heart that I cannot let go of." Luo Dan was secretly certain in his heart. Although his guess had not yet been supported by conclusive evidence, he did not act rashly. Instead, he chose to be patient and wait for the opportunity.

Then, Luo Dan turned to the people from the sect who had different expressions on their faces, and his tone was full of unquestionable determination: "This person has obviously fallen into the abyss of madness. If the situation gets out of control later and you feel you are unable to cope with it, don't worry about me. What matters is saving your lives. Evacuate quickly." As soon as these words came out, everyone's faces instantly became uglier. Luo Dan's words were tantamount to indirectly admitting that even if they joined forces, they would probably find it difficult to resist the ravages of the remnant soul.

"As disciples of a large sect, we have been practicing martial arts in the sect since childhood and are known throughout the world for our extraordinary strength and far-reaching reputation. Our every move demonstrates the majesty and glory of the large sect. However, now that we have joined forces to fight, we can't do anything about that mere remnant soul. Who... who is this person who possesses such terrifying power?" One of the sect disciples couldn't help but ask, his voice full of astonishment and confusion, as if everything in front of him was beyond his understanding.

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Hearing this, Luo Dan could not help but rub his frowning brows, and a trace of solemnity flashed in his eyes. Faced with this sudden change, he did not know where to start for a moment. The power of the remnant soul was far beyond their expectations, as if there was some unspeakable secret hidden behind it.

After thinking for a while, Luo Dan could only briefly explain: "This matter is extremely complicated and cannot be explained in one word. Behind the remnant soul, there may be unknown secrets or even ancient curses. If we want to uncover its true face, we must be cautious and must not act rashly." His tone was full of seriousness and caution, and he had obviously realized the seriousness of the situation. "You can just watch the fun from the sidelines. Anyway, when the time is right, you will naturally know. I will go up and see what's going on." Hearing this, they stepped back and let Luo Dan check the situation. Luo Dan's strength was the strongest among them. If Luo Dan couldn't do it, then they would take action. Pei Sheng stared at Luo Dan.

"Will there really be no problem? This guy's hatred for you is really deep. Last time you only injured him and didn't cause him any irreparable harm. You even provided him with a place to recuperate. He actually came to retaliate against you so quickly. It's really infuriating!" Pei Sheng frowned, standing up for Luo Dan, his tone full of indignation.

Looking back, Luo Dan had done his best for Qilin, not only giving him endless care and concern, but also winning their deep trust. However, Qilin was so ungrateful and secretly planned revenge, which was really chilling. Pei Sheng secretly made up his mind that if he had the chance, he must suppress Qilin and let him know the price of betrayal.

Luo Dan did not say much, as he knew that this was not the time to worry about these things. He took a deep breath, condensed a magical weapon that flashed with cold light, and stepped on it. Suddenly, the surrounding space within a hundred miles was almost swept by his spiritual energy, as if even the air was trembling.

Luo Dan's energy instantly reached its peak state. He gritted his teeth and swung a sword into the air. This sword seemed to contain the power of heaven and earth. An unimaginable aura burst out from his body and rushed into the sky. The remnant soul that had been dormant for many years seemed to sense this familiar and powerful aura, and finally couldn't hold it back and burst out.

It wants to fight against Luo Dan, to compete with this force. A thrilling battle is about to begin in this world.

Luo Dan's heart was filled with not only disdain, but also contempt for the insignificant challenge. How could such a small wave be worth mentioning, and yet it dared to shake his position? The corners of his mouth could not help but curl up in an irrepressible arc, a smile that was a mixture of confidence and sarcasm, as if everything was under control. The people around him caught Luo Dan's subtle expression change, and their eyes couldn't help but reveal a bit of admiration and awe, as if they were attracted by an invisible charm.

"Humph, this is a perfect opportunity for you greenhouse flowers to see real combat. Observe his every move carefully. It is no accident that he can stand firm and become a strong man admired by everyone. Every step he takes is so solid, and every detail is handled so flawlessly that there is no flaw at all." These words came from the mouth of a tall man, and his words were full of unquestionable authority. This man had met Luo Dan several times in the past. Although they were not close friends, he was one of the few people who could maintain a harmonious dialogue with Luo Dan among the many major sects. This unique status made him stand out among the crowd.

However, the people around him seemed a little cold and even a little disdainful towards this man. They thought to themselves that this guy was just relying on his ability and his connection with Luo Dan, so he thought he was great and showed off everywhere. In their opinion, this behavior was really annoying and they were too lazy to pay attention to it.

Xuanwu, I'm not being nosy, but to be honest, Luo Dan's strength is simply too great, and people have to admit it. But look at you, you look so eager, you almost have the word "worship" engraved on your forehead, is it necessary to fawn on him so much? Even if you praise him to the sky, can he bring you any substantial benefits?

"Even if Luo Dan is very capable, can he become a worm in your stomach and do everything according to your wishes? If you rush over to him now, he may not be willing to pay attention to you!" They rushed to speak, their tone full of disdain and jealousy. Xuanwu knew clearly that what they said was nothing more than jealousy of Luo Dan's extraordinary strength.

Luo Dan, at such a young age, has already reached a peak that many people would never reach in their lifetime. This achievement is truly impressive. As for them, they are still narrow-mindedly speculating on noble people. It is really a waste of their status as disciples of a large sect. They do not have the bearing and demeanor that a large sect should have.

"Alright, stop talking. We might have to take action later. These residual souls are not ordinary. They don't look like ordinary creatures." They calmed down and could see that the residual souls contained extremely powerful demonic energy.

This aura, like an old friend, brushed through their hearts again, bringing an indescribable sense of familiarity, as if they had met it once before in some forgotten corner. Everyone looked at each other, frowning, with confusion and thought intertwined in their eyes. For a moment, the gate of memory seemed to be blocked by something. No matter how hard they tried to recall, they could not remember where this evil aura came from, and when and where it had passed by them.

"Ah! I remember now!" One of them suddenly exclaimed, with a hint of surprise in his voice, "Isn't this the strange evil spirit that we accidentally saw in the depths of that mysterious mountain range before? But that mountain range has long been suppressed and sealed tightly by our ancestors with supreme magic power. Why is it that at this moment, this evil spirit can see the light of day again and wreak havoc on the world?"

As soon as these words came out, everyone's heart was shocked, as if the fog that had been there for a long time had suddenly been cleared, and Luo Dan's previously seemingly obscure words became clear at this moment. They finally understood Luo Dan's intention, but at the same time they also realized that Luo Dan was undoubtedly pushing them into an unknown, dangerous fire pit. This magic weapon was not only incredibly powerful, but also contained an immeasurable force. Once it got out of control, the consequences would be disastrous.

Luo Dan might be determined to risk everything, but they were different. They still cherished their lives and were unwilling to put them in danger easily. For a moment, several disciples of the sect couldn't help but want to retreat, with hesitation and uneasiness flashing in their eyes.

"Hey, everyone, let's think twice before we act. How about letting Luodan go to fight alone? Looking at his strength, dealing with a few residual souls is as easy as taking something out of a bag. If we follow him rashly, I'm afraid not only will we not be of any help, but we will become a burden to him. In the end, we might really become targets and lose our lives in vain." Pei Sheng saw that everyone was timid and began to move backwards. He couldn't help but get anxious. He took a step forward and firmly blocked their way.

His eyes were firm, and his tone was full of determination: "As fellow disciples, we don't have to charge at the forefront in everything, but we can't abandon our friends at the critical moment. Luo Dan is strong, but in the face of unknown dangers, one more person means more strength, right? Besides, how can we be afraid before the battle and let Luo Dan take all the risks alone? We must work together to overcome the difficulties!" Pei Sheng's words were like a fire in winter, instantly igniting the fire of courage that was about to go out in everyone's hearts. (End of this chapter)