This time, Chu Hao had really gone all out. Although he was significantly injured, he also had more confidence.

Chu Hao stood up, wiped the fresh blood from the corner of his mouth, and looked at the Netherworld People. His previous pathetic appearance was gone, replaced by a master's demeanor. He said, "Do you really think this Taoist Master can't deal with you? What I've learned in my life—what you saw just now was merely scratching the surface. I still have one more move, one that gathers all the Yin-Yang Techniques, Divine Arts, Taoist Arts, and Buddhist Arts. Even the Underworld Deities are extremely wary of it!"

The Netherworld People stopped, looking at him with a confused expression.

Clearly, it seemed to understand.

Chu Hao took a deep breath, raised his hand, mustered the True Qi from his dantian, extended his index finger, his gaze sharp, and roared loudly, "Come on then!"

"Ding! Host has reached peak pretentiousness, obtaining 5,000 Pretentiousness Points."

"Ding! Host has reached peak pretentiousness, obtaining 5,000 Pretentiousness Points."

In the distance, the toad was hiding and observing. It almost spat blood. Is this kid out of his mind?

The toad hadn't gone far. It knew the Netherworld People's target was Chu Hao, not itself, and wanted to see what the Netherworld People would do to him.

It had initially thought Chu Hao would die, but it turned out the kid was surprisingly durable. The Netherworld People had struck him a few times; with strength that terrifying, ordinary Humans couldn't possibly withstand it, yet he remained standing, tough as a cockroach.

The toad couldn't help but roll its eyes. He's already vomited blood two or three times and still dares to provoke the Netherworld People! He's truly courting death.

After a long pause, the toad finally muttered, "Even in death, he has to show off."

The Netherworld People frowned. It understood Chu Hao's meaning and became quite infuriated.

It spat out a single word, its voice clear this time, "Die!"

As the Netherworld People charged, Chu Hao was already prepared.

Chu Hao quickly took out the Pure Yang Divine Bow. The bow was dazzling, seemingly crafted purely for showing off, and emanated a scorching Yang Energy. Ancient inscriptions were engraved on its body, and a Pure Yang Arrow was nocked on the string.

The next moment, Chu Hao's Yang Energy became wildly turbulent. Within a ten-zhang radius around him, the ground grew searing hot, as if it were about to melt.

The toad's eyes widened, its mouth agape in disbelief. This... this is Chu Hao's trump card? Does it have to be this exaggerated?!

It was as if lava was erupting beneath Chu Hao's feet. His Yang Energy was terrifyingly potent; probably even a 15-Star Yin-Yang Master wouldn't possess one-tenth of it!

Chu Hao was also clenching his teeth. Although this was a purchased Pure Yang Arrow, drawing the Pure Yang Divine Bow was already tremendously strenuous for him. All his True Qi was being channeled into the Divine Bow.

The Netherworld People reacted too, but it was too late for it to retreat.

He loosed the arrow. It flew with an incredibly violent Yang Energy, like a dormant giant Dragon awakening.

Space itself seemed to crackle and explode. The arrow was so incredibly fast that even the Netherworld People found it difficult to dodge.

The arrow pierced through the Netherworld People's body, pinning it to the stone wall. The latter let out a piercing shriek. The Pure Yang Arrow, suffused with Yang Energy, seemed to be melting the Netherworld People.

It let out an inhuman shriek that pierced one's eardrums.

Chu Hao was ecstatic, bursting into laughter with the triumphant air of a petty man who had gotten his way. "This King of Show-offs is just *that* invincible! The so-called undying Netherworld People? Isn't it just a corpse? Who else wants some?!"

"Ding! Host has made a shocking show-off, obtaining 5,000 Pretentiousness Points."

The Netherworld People looked as if it had been scorched by the sun; its body emitted black smoke as its flesh melted, sloughing off like rotten mud.

Just then, Chu Hao's eyes narrowed.

The Netherworld People was struggling fiercely. It stretched out both hands and forcefully pulled out the Pure Yang Arrow.

The Pure Yang Arrow, having been used once, turned to stone and shattered upon hitting the ground.

It's still not dead?! Its vitality is too tenacious! Chu Hao couldn't stop swallowing nervously.

The Netherworld People stared at Chu Hao, wary of the Divine Bow in his hand, but its killing intent was not concealed in the slightest.

Chu Hao felt his hair stand on end. But is there any way to retreat now? Even though the Netherworld People is severely injured, it's still not something I can contend with.

Chu Hao took a deep breath. He had faced such situations a few times and tried hard to calm himself.

He held the Divine Bow, appearing incredibly brave, but inwardly he was trembling, his legs somewhat unsteady. My reason tells me that if I try to escape now, I'll definitely be hunted down.

With a cold expression, Chu Hao forced himself to continue showing off, saying, "This Taoist Master can shoot ten thousand more arrows of this power! Tell me, are you scared or not?"

"Ding! Host has successfully shown off, obtaining 5,000 Pretentiousness Points."

Chu Hao was delighted. He had spent all his Pretentiousness Points previously, but now he had earned another 25,000 through his displays. One more successful act of showing off, and he could purchase another Pure Yang Arrow.

However, his True Qi needed to recover before he could draw the Pure Yang Divine Bow again.

So Chu Hao decided to use the True Word Brush, employing the True Word 'Zhe' Character to recover his True Qi.

By now, all nine abilities of the True Word Brush had been unlocked.

Item: True Word 'Zhe' Character

Ability: Restore True Qi and Mana Points. Usable by advanced Foundation Building cultivators, once per day.

Chu Hao took out the True Word Brush and wrote the 'Zhe' character in mid-air. Forming hand seals, he shouted, "True Word 'Zhe' Character, Yin-Yang Restoration Technique!"

Instantly, his Mana Points and True Qi began to recover rapidly.

The Netherworld People's pupil contracted. Its body was nearly melted; the damage from the Pure Yang Arrow was so great that it could no longer remain composed.

Hiding nearby, the toad was equally shocked. It wiped the cold sweat from its forehead. Abandoning Chu Hao definitely wasn't the right choice.

Thus, the toad leaped out, rushing forward with loud croaks, proclaiming, "Netherworld People! If you dare touch this Sovereign's brother, then even if I must face nine deaths to find one life, through mountains of daggers and seas of fire, this Sovereign will definitely kill you!"

Shameless toad, Chu Hao thought, so angry his liver ached. That bastard! He still has the nerve to show his face!

The toad put on an air of great righteousness and declared, "Netherworld People, come fight this Sovereign for three hundred rounds! Kiddo Chu, are you alright?"

Just keep pretending, Chu Hao thought.

The Netherworld People let out a low growl, glaring venomously at Chu Hao and the toad before it turned and fled.

"Ding! Host has completed the task ahead of schedule, earning 15,000,000 Experience Points."

"Ding! Host has completed the task ahead of schedule, earning 200,000 Merit Points."

"Ding! Host has completed the task ahead of schedule, rewarded with two Green Diamond Treasure Chests."

Pretentious Little Prince: Chu Hao

Level: 5

Experience Points: 41,000,000 / 60,000,000

Pretentiousness Points: 25,000

Mana Points: 60,000

Merit Points: 200,000

Treasure Chests: Green Diamond Treasure Chest x2

Chu Hao was overjoyed. That thing finally fled!

System Notification: "Triggered the 'Counter-chase Netherworld People' mission. Mission Rank: Black Iron. Killing the Netherworld People will reward 30,000,000 Experience Points."

System Notification: "Upon completion of the mission, earn 500,000 Merit Points."

System Notification: "Upon completion of the mission, receive one Purple Diamond Treasure Chest."

System Notification: "Mission: Hunt the Undying Netherworld People for three days. If it is not killed within this time, the mission will automatically expire, and the Netherworld People may potentially counter-attack."

Chu Hao was momentarily stunned, then wild elation surged through him.

He laughed maniacally, "Ahahaha! I ask you, who has Heaven ever spared? Netherworld People, don't you run!"

The toad, based on its understanding of Chu Hao, thought, This kid probably won't chase it. Once the Netherworld People has fled, he'll definitely turn around and leave.

The outcome, however, was drastically different. Chu Hao was actually planning to counter-chase it! The toad's jaw nearly dropped to the floor in shock.

"Kiddo Chu, are you trying to get yourself killed?!" the toad gasped, sucking in a cold breath.

The Netherworld People was running ahead, nearly melting away. It muttered a crude ancient curse and sped up even further.

"Ding! Host has succeeded in showing off, obtaining 5,000 Pretentiousness Points."

In fact, Chu Hao was seriously injured; he felt like he might cough up blood just from walking. Anxiously, he said, "Toad, now it's your time to shine! Chase down the Netherworld People! This King of Show-offs will finish it off!"

The toad's face darkened. Chase my ass! You might not value your life, but I value mine!

Seeing the toad standing there looking foolish, Chu Hao scolded, "Are you stupid? It's injured now; this is the best chance! If we don't finish it off, chances are nine out of ten that once it recovers, it will come back to kill us!"

Hearing this, the toad conceded he had a point.

Without another word, the toad puffed out its cheeks, took a deep breath, and its body swelled, growing as large as a house.

"Quick, get on!"

Chu Hao jumped onto the toad's back. The toad said, "Hold on tight!"

With a powerful leap, the toad shot forward like a cannonball, soaring a hundred meters into the air. It landed with a tremendous impact and immediately sped off, chasing after the Netherworld People.