Wuji Mountain is divided into two mountains, which are closely connected. Layers of clouds and mist surround the steep peaks, and only a narrow plank road leads to the other side.
Liu Yuntai made arrangements for the servants and led Li Jiang and the others to Hell Rock.
After walking along the long boardwalk, the appearance of Hell Rock comes into view.
As its name suggests, Hell Rock is filled with lava and fire. The closer you get, the higher the temperature becomes, and the air is thick with an unbearable heat.
Qinghe found it amusing that such a solemn and serene, fairyland-like place could contain such a terrifying and bizarre purgatory.
The cave entrance is four meters high. Originally, there were two tightly closed stone doors at the entrance, but now they have been completely destroyed. The ground is covered with rubble, and it is no exaggeration to describe it as ruins.
As Liu Yuntai walked along, his expression grew even more gloomy. Nothing was more cruel or infuriating than witnessing one's home being destroyed like this.
He clenched his fists, suppressing his anger, like the calm before a storm, as if he were about to explode at any moment.
Before they even entered the cave, a voice rang out: "You've finally arrived! I thought you were a coward and didn't want to come back to save your family!"
Liu Yuntai rushed towards the Rock of Hell in three quick steps.
The cave is a hellish rock, a fiery place. The walls of the enormous cave are as solid as meteorite iron, and the ground in the middle has been hollowed out. Below, flames blaze like molten lava. From the center of the sea of fire stands a round pillar, and on the pillar stands a person.
Liu Yuntai glared at him angrily and demanded, "Where are my family members?"
The man was dressed in a black robe, completely covering his face, so that his sinister voice could be heard: "Why are you in such a hurry? As long as you help me capture the person I want, I will naturally release your family."
Liu Yuntai was furious: "Don't even think about using me!"
The man in black adjusted his hood, looked behind him, and sneered, "Whether it's for your own benefit or not, you still brought them here. You've already made your choice between family and friends. Can you honestly say you didn't have any selfish motives?"
Liu Yuntai was not swayed by his words and said regretfully, "I was blinded and fell for your trick. Even if I die today, I will kill you to save my family!"
He suddenly drew his sword, moved swiftly, and attacked the man in black, but in the next instant, he stopped.
The hellish magma surged and sparks flew, the ground trembled for a moment, and then a colossal creature burst out of the flames and flew up.
The creature resembled a python, its scales gleaming with a cold, dark blue light. Its enormous head was as large as a mountain, and its two vertical pupils emitted a deep, cold light that sent chills down one's spine, making one afraid to look directly at it.
Its excessively long body spiraled upwards around the cylinder, its hard scales scraping against the rocks with a grating sound, until it finally stopped at the very top of the platform.
The man in black sneered, raised his hand and waved it. The snake roared to the sky, surrounded by black light, and slowly transformed into a human shape, lying down at the man in black's feet.
At the same time, long iron chains extended from the two corners of the cave, binding the man's hands. The shackles on his wrists were infused with spiritual power, making it impossible for him to break free.
Liu Yuntai's eyes widened as he stared at the man and called out, "Father!"
Apart from Chi Haoyu and the man in black, everyone else looked surprised and had complicated expressions.
Unexpectedly, the head of the renowned Liu family is actually a demon beast incarnation, which is a shocking secret to the entire human realm.
Since ancient times, except for those whose cultivation has reached the highest level and who are free and unrestrained, all other magical beasts have been destined to be subdued and driven by humans. No one would have thought that the head of the Liu family, which is said to be the sixth major sect, is actually a magical beast incarnate. This is truly a story of the lower class turning the tables and singing a song of triumph. It is a real triumph for magical beasts.
Qinghe stood at the very back, her eyes filled with admiration as she looked at the head of the Liu family. If the situation hadn't prevented it, she would have rushed up immediately to interview him about his successful comeback.
It must be said that, to some extent, Qinghe felt that she and the head of the Liu family had similarities in their self-image.
Unfortunately, one has succeeded, while the other is still struggling.
The man in black looked down at the person at his feet, tightened his grip on the chain, and a look of pain immediately appeared on Liu Huiyang's face.
"Father!" Liu Yuntai cried anxiously, "You beast, release my father!"
The man in black sneered, "Simple. Just kill your friend and bring me that child, and I'll release your father."
Liu Yuntai: "You!"
He took a step forward, his sword-wielding hand twitched, and a cold, eerie light gleamed in his eyes.
Liu Huiyang, who had been in a daze, struggled to wake up upon hearing the familiar voice. He opened his eyes and looked at the opposite bank, his voice hoarse as he said, "Yuntai... don't let him control you, quickly... quickly get out of here..."
Liu Yuntai: "Father, don't worry, I will definitely rescue you and the others. I will never let him manipulate me. Even if I die, I will not back down."
After he finished speaking, he turned and exchanged a glance with Li Jiang. After receiving her confirmation, he immediately drew his sword and attacked first.
The man in black anticipated that Liu Yuntai would not give in so easily, so he flipped his sleeves and started fighting with him.
At the same time, black mist surged in the cave, and demons rampaged, swarming in from all directions.
Seeing the demon soldiers swarming in, Qinghe flashed his palm, the Phoenix Sword appeared in his hand, and he engaged in a fierce battle with the demon soldiers.
Li Jiang and Mu Dong were both highly skilled, not to mention Shen Xun. With a flick of his finger, he wiped out a group of demon soldiers. His gaze swept over Liu Huiyang on the round platform, and he flew over with a light touch of his toes.
Only Chi Haoyu remained present. Whether he was a congenital waste or simply hiding his true strength, he never revealed his abilities from beginning to end, displaying utter cowardice. Seeing the chaotic battle, he trembled with fear, clutching the short sword Liu Yuntai had given him to his chest. Whenever a demon soldier approached him, he would wildly swing it, shouting, "Don't come near me! Don't come near me!"
At first, it had some effect, but the demon soldiers were not to be trifled with. They picked on the weak and, seeing this person swinging and slashing haphazardly, they knew he was a good-for-nothing and all rushed towards him.
Chi Haoyu's clothes and hair were disheveled by the demon soldiers' sharp claws. Seeing that things were not going well, he cried out "Ah!", threw down his short sword, and ran towards someone in a panic, clutching his head.
"Ah! Help! Help! Someone save me!!"
Qing was wielding her sword against the demon soldiers. In the blink of an eye, her voice was barely audible. Suddenly, she heard a strange cry from behind her. Turning around, she saw a tall, imposing figure rushing towards her. Although his aura wasn't strong, he was followed by a group of demon soldiers, looking like a demon general leading the Three Peaks in an attack on her.
Qinghe's eyes narrowed, and he shouted, "To catch the thief, you must first catch the king! I'll kill you first!"
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