Chapter 474: Blood Shark Seal
"It's you guys?"
Upon seeing Lin Langtian and his group, Commander Wang's eyes narrowed dangerously as recognition flashed across his face. His vicious gaze swept coldly over the four individuals, a deep frown forming on his forehead.
He recalled clearly now—these were the same four humans he had briefly encountered earlier when searching for Mu Lingshan.
"Big brother Lin Langtian, did you come to rescue me?" Mu Lingshan, initially startled, immediately became overjoyed upon spotting Lin Langtian, her dark eyes sparkling with excitement.
"Of course," Lin Langtian smiled warmly, gently patting Mu Lingshan's cute horn-like pigtails. "How could I possibly let anything bad happen to my adorable little sister?"
"Hehe, you're the best, big brother!" Mu Lingshan beamed happily, tightly clutching Lin Langtian's arm with a sweet, innocent smile.
On the opposite side, Commander Wang's face twisted darkly upon witnessing the harmonious scene between Lin Langtian and Mu Lingshan. His voice turned threatening as he growled:
"Human, you are courting death. I'll give you one last chance: leave immediately. Offend the Blood Demon Shark Clan, and there will be nowhere in the Chaotic Demon Sea for you to hide!"
Commander Wang sensed Lin Langtian's group was unusual, their auras subtly profound. If possible, he wished to avoid unnecessary complications. Capturing Mu Lingshan was his foremost priority; otherwise, the Undying Saint Whale Clan might intervene, causing immense trouble.
"Actually," Lin Langtian calmly replied, "the ones who should leave are you and your men. This girl is off-limits. Otherwise... death awaits."
"What did you just say?!"
Commander Wang's expression darkened further. Accustomed to dominance, he hadn't expected such brazen defiance from a mere human.
"You really don't understand your own limits!"
Commander Wang's eyes flashed murderously. With a sudden stomp, he burst from atop his blood shark mount, transforming into a crimson streak that viciously shot toward Lin Langtian.
"Dare oppose the Blood Demon Shark Clan? Then die!"
Lin Langtian remained motionless, indifferent to Commander Wang's fierce attack. Just as the deadly strike neared, Liu Da abruptly surged forward, positioning himself between Lin Langtian and the incoming threat.
Liu Da's typically impassive face grew cold and intense as a tremendous surge of profound Yuan Power erupted from his body, entwined with a thick, deathly energy. With ruthless precision, he met Commander Wang head-on.
Bang!
The massive collision generated violent ripples of energy, creating a raging tempest that split the sea below into a gigantic trench, soon refilled by surging waves.
Bang!
Amid the storm of energy above, Commander Wang's fierce charge came to an abrupt halt. He grunted in agony, then was sent hurtling backward through the air, smashing hard into the ocean below.
Splash!
Moments later, Commander Wang emerged from the water, spitting blood, his face distorted in shock and disbelief as he stared fearfully at Liu Da.
"A Death Profound Realm expert?!"
Though he had sensed danger earlier, he never imagined his opponent was actually at the formidable Death Profound Realm—a figure of substantial rank, even within the Blood Demon Shark Clan itself.
Before he could recover from this revelation, Liu Er and Liu San moved simultaneously at Lin Langtian's simple gesture. Their imposing Yuan Power instantly surged forth, overwhelming the area.
"Two more Death Profound Realm experts!"
Commander Wang's subordinates immediately showed panic. Facing three Death Profound Realm cultivators at once was a terrifyingly powerful opposition.
Even Mu Lingshan stared at Lin Langtian in astonishment, her large eyes filled with admiration. Despite her noble status in the Undying Saint Whale Clan, having three Death Profound Realm bodyguards at her disposal was unheard of; such figures were pillars within any sect.
"Who exactly are you?" Commander Wang shouted desperately, recognizing his dire situation. "If you hand over the girl, our Blood Demon Shark Clan would gladly befriend you!"
Lin Langtian didn't respond. He simply looked toward Liu Da and the others, calmly instructing, "Finish them quickly."
Though provoking the Blood Demon Shark Clan might hinder his activities in the Chaotic Demon Sea, he had no intention of abandoning Mu Lingshan—especially since she was the embodiment of the Life and Death Ancestor Symbol. Moreover, exchanging hostility with the Blood Demon Sharks for a friendly relationship with the Undying Saint Whale Clan was undoubtedly worth it.
"Yes, Sect Master!"
Upon hearing Lin Langtian's order, Liu Da and his brothers shouted respectfully before ruthlessly plunging into the enemy's ranks. Death energy surged mercilessly around them as they swiftly reaped lives like harvesting wheat.
"Damn you!"
Commander Wang roared furiously, watching helplessly as his elite squad rapidly crumbled beneath Liu Da and his brothers' overwhelming might.
Within mere minutes, a brutal massacre ended, leaving dozens of lifeless bodies floating on the crimson-stained sea. Now, apart from Lin Langtian's group, only Commander Wang remained.
Whoosh!
Recognizing defeat, Commander Wang instantly retreated in panic, knowing that if he didn't escape immediately, he'd perish like his men.
"Too late to run now," Lin Langtian's cold voice echoed.
He flicked his finger lightly, and a blade of spatial energy sliced through space with terrifying ease, effortlessly rushing toward the fleeing Commander Wang.
"Wait! Spare me! We can negotiate!"
Commander Wang's eyes widened in fear, desperately shouting pleas, but Lin Langtian remained unmoved.
Slash!
The spatial blade pierced through Commander Wang's defenses effortlessly, impaling him directly through the chest. Blood spurted as Commander Wang looked down in horror, realizing his life was slipping away.
"Human... the Blood Demon Shark Clan… will never forgive you…!"
With venomous hatred burning in his eyes, Commander Wang unleashed his final trump card. Gathering all remaining strength, he expelled a small, crimson blood-beam from his mouth, sending it flashing toward Lin Langtian with blinding speed.
The beam curved abruptly mid-air, bypassing Liu Da and his brothers, heading straight toward Lin Langtian. Caught off guard, Lin Langtian hastily activated his Yuan Power defenses. But the strange blood energy melted through his protection like liquid, marking his skin directly.
"Hehehe… boy, now the entire Blood Demon Shark Clan will hunt you down… I'll await your arrival in the afterlife!"
Commander Wang cackled sinisterly, eyes losing their last trace of life as his body stiffened, succumbing to death.
Lin Langtian frowned deeply, examining his arm. A vivid crimson shark symbol had appeared, baring its sharp fangs.
"This is... the Blood Shark Seal!"
Mu Lingshan's delicate face paled instantly upon recognizing the seal. "I'm so sorry, big brother… It's my fault you've been marked by that filthy shark!"
"What is this Blood Shark Seal?" Lin Langtian questioned gravely.
Liu Da stepped forward solemnly, "Sect Master, I know a little about this. The Blood Shark Seal is a unique innate technique of the Blood Demon Shark Clan. They imprint their victim with their essence blood, branding them permanently. While the mark itself doesn't harm directly, it reveals the victim's location whenever they're near a Blood Demon Shark member. Essentially, it makes the marked individual a target throughout the entire Chaotic Demon Sea. Victims of the seal inevitably become hunted enemies of the Blood Demon Shark Clan."
Lin Langtian's expression darkened considerably. He could feel the sinister mark already blending deeply into his bloodstream.
"How careless of me, allowing a mere peak Life Profound Realm shark to trap me..." Lin Langtian cursed softly, his eyes cold. Though the seal posed no immediate harm, it could complicate future endeavors in the chaotic sea, where encountering the powerful Blood Demon Shark Clan was inevitable.
Mu Lingshan bowed her head guiltily. "Big brother, it's all my fault… Come to my clan with me! Those sharks wouldn't dare pursue you there!"
Lin Langtian didn't doubt her claim. The Undying Saint Whale Clan was a dominant power, capable of intimidating the Blood Demon Shark Clan. However, he had his own plans in the Chaotic Demon Sea and wouldn't hide under another faction's protection. Having already faced powerful sects like Yuan Gate without backing down, he certainly wouldn't fear these sharks.
He gently refused Mu Lingshan's offer, reassuring her, "It isn't your fault, Lingshan. It was my carelessness. By the way, do you know where the Corrosive Demon Sea is?"
Mu Lingshan blinked thoughtfully, nodding hesitantly. "I think so... but big brother, why do you want to go there? That place is extremely close to Blood Demon Shark Clan territory."
Lin Langtian's mouth twitched bitterly at the revelation.
So… he was destined to face them again soon, it seemed.
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