Chapter 2416: Chapter 2419: Deliberate Provocation: Overbearing Giant Guards

Ling Xiao had not yet arrived at the Inner Hall.

On the way, seven or eight youths around seventeen or eighteen years old happened to walk past.

These people were evidently members of the Inner Clan.

And coincidentally, they were all disciples of the Dark Clan.

They suddenly noticed Ling Xiao wearing the attire of the Outer Clan of the Dark Clan, and were taken aback.

Because he was an unfamiliar face.

"Kid, just entered the Dark Clan?"

One of the youths arrogantly blocked Ling Xiao’s path and asked.

Ling Xiao glanced at this person lightly, his cultivation level was indeed not weak, at the Late Stage of the First Cycle, Yin-Yang Realm, Third Layer Hell.

If it were before, facing such an opponent would have been truly difficult for Ling Xiao.

But today, he wasn’t afraid.

He didn’t even bother to acknowledge this person, and walked straight towards the Inner Hall of Rewarding Good and Punishing Evil Hall, slightly detouring when passing by him.

He couldn’t be bothered with these guys, as he had important matters to attend to.

However, how could Inner Clan disciples let themselves be ignored by someone?

Seven or eight people suddenly blocked the entire path.

"Kid, we’re speaking to you! Just a mere Outer Clan disciple, yet you don’t bow and kowtow upon seeing us Inner Clan disciples? What’s your name?"

These few people had strong cultivation levels, far more powerful than the disciples of Lower Eight Immortals Mountain.

It’s normal for them to have such arrogance and attitude.

Ling Xiao stood there, coldly staring at them and said, "I’m Ling Xiao. What advice do you have to offer?"

A trace of a cold smile appeared on his face.

"Ling Xiao! That’s the Ling Xiao who injured Senior Brother An Feitian!"

A voice of surprise came from the crowd.

"This guy is trouble. Based on Senior Brother An Feitian’s words, let’s not provoke him. Let’s go."

Someone else said.

It appeared that Ling Xiao’s infamous reputation had already become quite well-known in Eight Immortals Mountain.

These Inner Clan disciples, having heard this, all had a hint of fear.

"What is there to fear? Let’s take him down and avenge Senior Brother An Feitian."

Where there’s fear, there’s naturally also fearlessness.

After all, Ling Xiao was just a newly promoted disciple of Upper Eight Immortals Mountain. Their fearlessness wasn’t unexpected.

"Someone is coming, this is the Inner Hall of Rewarding Good and Punishing Evil Hall. It’s better not to cause trouble here; causing trouble means this waste will at most be sent back to Black Immortal Mountain without much loss.

We’ll be the ones to suffer. Let’s go."

Finally, they chose to leave.

But before leaving, they left behind a harsh remark: "Ling Xiao, if you have the guts, don’t return to the Dark Clan, or you’ll suffer! Let’s go."

Watching those departing Inner Clan disciples, Ling Xiao couldn’t help but give a cold laugh.

If it weren’t for this being the Inner Hall of Rewarding Good and Punishing Evil Hall, and not wanting to create trouble for himself, he’d have definitely taught them a lesson. He hoped they wouldn’t be foolish enough to provoke him again!

He lifted his foot and continued walking forward.

The majestic buildings of the Inner Hall had already come into view.

The most striking was a white tower, which, if he wasn’t mistaken, was the core of a big array.

It maintained the safety of the Inner Hall.

If this big array was broken, the Inner Hall would never know peace again, as relying on humans to guard it wouldn’t be easy.

"Stop!"

Just as Ling Xiao was about to step through the Inner Hall’s doors, suddenly a voice like thunder descended from the sky.

Then, two giants, each standing at six to seven meters tall, holding weapons and wearing armor, suddenly jumped out from behind the door.

The thunderous shout had been emitted while they were in mid-air.

Ling Xiao stopped in his tracks, calmly staring at these two giants.

Murderous intent emanated from them, clearly targeting him.

If he dared to step into the Inner Hall recklessly, these two giants would definitely launch an attack against him.

Terror emanated from the two giants, akin to ancient Kuafu breaking forth.

Each giant’s cultivation had reached the Early Stage of the Fourth Layer of Yin-Yang Realm.

Though they were not Reincarnation Warriors, this cultivation was enough to block most misguided disciples attempting to intrude the Inner Hall.

After all, they were not expected to guard the treasures inside the hall, with the large array and real experts inside.

These two giants were likely just responsible for guarding the entrance.

Do not underestimate these giants; they have Kuafu Clan blood flowing in them, possessing immense strength. Even with equivalent cultivation, they can easily defeat their foes.

A Kuafu Clan giant with a cultivation of Early Stage, Fourth Layer Hell, can effortlessly defeat over a dozen human martial artists of the same level.

The key is their larger meridians, allowing their bodies to accommodate more primordial power.

Although breakthroughs are slow, every breakthrough grants them more.

The Giant Guards stared icily at Ling Xiao, maintaining a very assertive attitude.

Their task was to prevent shady individuals from stepping into the Inner Hall. If someone dared to forcefully enter, they could kill them on the spot.

Though Ling Xiao didn’t fear these giants, as he possessed far greater power than them.

He still didn’t wish to engage in combat, akin to his earlier unwillingness to fight.

Causing a commotion in the Inner Hall of Rewarding Good and Punishing Evil Hall would certainly bring a lot of trouble.

"I am Ling Xiao, a disciple of Upper Eight Immortals Mountain, an Outer Clan disciple of the Dark Clan, I’m here to exchange contribution points in the Inner Hall. I humbly ask both of you to let me pass."

Ling Xiao cupped his hand politely, his attitude relatively humble. After all, guarding the entrance was their duty, their aggressive stance was to deter any adversary.

So he didn’t blame these giants.

However, what the two said next left his expression somewhat unpleasant.

"Ling Xiao? Never heard of him, get lost!"

Ling Xiao saw a hint of mockery and disdain in the giants’ eyes.

He suddenly realized that someone had probably bribed the giants, intentionally making things difficult for him.

Thinking of this, he smiled coldly and casually raised his identity plaque: "Don’t recognize me? Surely you recognize the identity plaque?"

All Upper Eight Immortals Mountain disciples are eligible to enter the Inner Hall of Rewarding Good and Punishing Evil Hall, you won’t hinder me, will you?"

"Sorry, we can’t read. Hurry up and leave, or else don’t blame us for being rude!"

The two giants scoffed.

Ling Xiao’s face suddenly turned stormy: "You’re merely the gatekeepers of the Rewarding Good and Punishing Evil Hall, daring to be so unruly. Aren’t you afraid the Hall Master will punish you?"

"You bastard, daring to insult us, you truly seem as arrogant as the rumors say! If you have the guts to repeat that, we’ll chop you into mincemeat!"

The two giants bellowed in unison: "Just a newly aspiring disciple of Upper Eight Immortals Mountain, daring to challenge us. Looking for death."

One of them suddenly swung his giant blade, cutting through the sky like a tearing blade, slashing down at Ling Xiao.

Boom!

The terrifying roar was the sound of the giant blade slicing through the air, akin to thunder.

If this slash truly landed, even a sturdy building would likely be chopped in half.

If Ling Xiao were really hit, he might truly become minced meat.

These Giant Guards were truly merciless, intending to cripple him.

For such people, he never showed mercy.

No matter if it’s the Inner Hall!

Being attacked by them was quite different from those previous indifferent comments.

He couldn’t refrain from counterattacking.