I Don’t Want to Get Hurt, So I’ll Max Out My Defense - Chapter 622

Chapter 622: Chapter 623: About to Become a Son-in-Law
“You are… the Martial Lunatic?”

“Elder Tianwu?”

Master Rong and Huahuo’s eyes widened in disbelief as they gazed at the person before them. From that shabby and unkempt countenance, they could faintly make out some familiar shadows.

Time had passed too long, and ordinary people could no longer recognize the true face of the beggarly elder. But as the two heads of Aolai Country, who had lived over a hundred years, their era was not far removed from that of Elder Tianwu.

Even back in the day, the Vice Leader frequently crossed swords with him, their battles so fierce that the heavens and earth would shatter. They knew him to an extreme degree.

This was a man to be feared; a man who dominated an era with overwhelming power, crushing everything in his path, undefeated by any foe. Even the Vice Leader had suffered defeat at his hands.

Latterly, it was heard that he had suffered major health issues, prompting his retreat from the world to live in seclusion. Only recently had they heard from the Liuren that Elder Tianwu had been spotted on the frontier.

But they had never expected to suddenly come face to face with him now, and moreover, it seemed he had a close relationship with Li Xiaobai. He had actually dared to enter the Eastern Sea Aolai Country for him, which was truly inconceivable.

“Hmm?”

“Since the two beauties recognize the beggarly elder, you must also be renowned experts that remained from days of old. It’s surprising that after all these years, your charms are still intact!”

“To be able to call out my name at first sight shows the position the beggarly elder holds in the hearts of you two Immortals. Sadly, the only thing that occupies the eyes of this beggarly elder is the Universe, as women would only slow down the speed of my swordplay!”

The beggarly elder watched the two women before him, smiling amiably, feeling a sense of déjà vu, but unable to recall where he had seen them before.

In Aolai Country, he was only familiar with the Vice Leader.

“I am Master Rong, the third head of Aolai Country.”

“I am Huahuo, the Great Family Head of Aolai Country.”

“So it’s the two family heads. In the absence of Miss Liuren, the beggarly elder didn’t recognize you. Please don’t take offense.”

The beggarly elder waved his hand, his face full of smiles, looking at the two beautiful women before him who looked like heavenly Immortals. He felt that even his originally somewhat anxious mood had improved considerably.

Indeed, beauty is a feast for the eyes.

“Elder Tianwu?”

“The Martial Lunatic who once dominated the Immortal Spirit Continent over a hundred years ago, overpowering an entire era?”

“Elder Tianwu, impressive and noble, made extraordinary contributions to the Immortal Spirit Continent. How could he present such an unkempt appearance?”

There was a commotion among the cultivators of Aolai Country from behind, disbelief that this old tramp before them was the legendary figure from the tales.

Elder Tianwu’s reputation was known to all. He was the epitome of a peerless expert, his immortal essence ethereal. How could he be in such a state as now?

“Who would have thought that after so many years, the younger generation would still remember me. It truly makes one sigh; indeed, time is a butcher’s knife.”

“Correct, this beggarly elder is indeed Elder Tianwu, one who walks the path of invincibility, the strongest in the Immortal Spirit Continent without equal!”

The beggarly elder spoke proudly, without the least bit of the reserve expected of a senior power, acting completely like a ruffian at a casual brawl.

“Cough cough, may I ask Elder, what brings you here today?”

Huahuo cleared her throat and asked.

“I’m here, of course, for Li Xiaobai. I’ve heard that there was a skirmish here, with Half-step Human Immortals everywhere. He is alright, isn’t he? Why do I not see him here?”

The beggarly elder looked around, not seeing Li Xiaobai among the crowd.

He had specifically come to help, at the request of Su Yunbing upon her return to the frontier. Hearing that Li Xiaobai might encounter danger in Aolai Country, he had rushed over without delay.

“That’s a long story, but from my observations, Young Master Li should not be in any danger.”

Huahuo spoke, facing the issue head-on.

“Is there a situation?”

“What happened to him?”

The old beggar asked with some confusion.

“He was taken away by the Old Dragon King of the Eastern Sea, who says he wants him to be the son-in-law of the Eastern Sea.”

Huahuo said.

The old beggar: “???”

…

At the same time, deep under the boundless Eastern Sea, Li Xiaobai was sinking at an extremely terrifying speed. Even underwater, the azure dragon claw caused a series of sonic booms, and any creature that came close would burst open without exception, turning into a cloud of blood mist.

However, within the giant claw’s palm, layers of flowing light swirled, keeping all the dangerous energy completely at bay.

This caused some annoyance in Li Xiaobai’s heart. This old thing wouldn’t stop when he should have and unnecessary protected him when he shouldn’t, which was really superfluous, causing the loss of quite a few Attribute Points.

He twisted his wrist around, took out a Luminous Pearl, and swallowed it.

This was an item from the Mermaid’s Essence of the Eastern Sea, with the effect of avoiding water. Once consumed, even ordinary people could survive underwater. Since Li Xiaobai couldn’t cultivate and had no Cultivation Technique, consuming these pearls was his best option.

“Mermaid’s Essence of the Eastern Sea, boy, you still claim that the thief inside the Linglong Pagoda wasn’t you!”

“To dare consume it right before me, you’ve got guts!”

An aged voice came through, rumbling in Li Xiaobai’s ear and exploding in waves.

“Cough cough, these weren’t stolen from inside the Linglong Pagoda.”

Li Xiaobai said indifferently. He had more or less figured out the Old Dragon King’s temperament; the other party wanted him to become the son-in-law of the Eastern Sea and due to Long Xue’s face, likely wouldn’t kill him.

“Then tell me, where did that Mermaid’s Essence of the Eastern Sea come from?”

“I stole it before entering the Linglong Pagoda.”

Li Xiaobai said seriously. Besides, could that even be considered stealing? Rows and rows of Luminous Pearls laid out casually on the ground—he had merely picked up a few along the way.

The Old Dragon King was silent for a moment, then said, “Do you think you’re funny?”

“Let me tell you the truth, I’m not fond of you. Xue’er has been betrothed since she was young, and yet you, boy, have suddenly disrupted everything. Our clan will set trials for you, and if you pass, all is well—you will be our Dragon-Riding Groom of the Eastern Sea. But if you don’t, then you’ll die at the bottom of the sea, sleeping forever in its depths!”

A thick killing intent swept over suddenly, causing Li Xiaobai’s hair to stand on end again.

This was the first time he felt such a sense of powerlessness, his trump cards fully revealed yet unable to affect his opponent.

“Cough cough, junior understands. I ask the elder to please show mercy.”

Li Xiaobai spoke slowly, now in the palm of someone else’s hand, he could only take things one step at a time.

“Heh, trying to pull strings and go through back doors won’t work.”

“However, speaking of which, you’re the most talented young cultivator I’ve ever seen. Barely past your twenties, you’ve already joined the Mahayana Realm, and you’ve tamed a group of Demonic Beasts at the peak of the Mahayana Realm.”

“Not to mention now, even in the ancient times, those with stunning talents couldn’t match you. Although you come with no power or influence, as a partner for Xue’er, you’re still quite pleasing to the eye.”

The Old Dragon King was particularly talkative, having not stopped all this while.

Li Xiaobai was curious to catch a glimpse of the complete appearance of this Dragon King, but the sea was too deep, everything around was pitch black, and he could see nothing; he could only feel the currents constantly brushing against his skin.

After an unknown amount of time.

In the darkness, Li Xiaobai saw a faint light. It was the brightness made up of a large number of lights, shining through from even deeper below.

The Dragon Palace of the Eastern Sea had arrived!