Chapter 18: The Gudou Dragon Sword’s Reckless Awakening

The Gudou family’s greatest treasure had been drawn, leaving everyone around utterly dumbfounded, their disbelief palpable.

Even Yue Guangyao could not contain himself, leaping from his seat, his eyes blazing with a mixture of confusion and fury.

‘How? How could it be drawn with such effortless ease?’

Qian Zhisen, witnessing the scene unfolding before him, wore a look of utter disbelief as he collapsed heavily to his knees.

His wager had failed once more, and this time, death awaited him.

Yet, one person was exceedingly pleased: Gudou Caotian.

The Gudou Dragon Sword had emerged! Its appearance also heralded the revelation of the latter five stances of the Gudou Nine Swords.

Gudou Caotian’s strength had been stagnant at the peak of five-star for decades, and he desperately needed the subsequent techniques of the Gudou Nine Swords to break through his limitations.

Not only him, but ever since the third Gudou family head sealed the Gudou Dragon Sword, only five stances of the Gudou Nine Swords had remained accessible.

Consequently, every succeeding family head had been able to progress only so far.

‘With the complete Gudou Nine Swords, his power would undoubtedly ascend to a whole new level!’

‘At that point, the Brilliant Moon Royal Family? Heh heh—’

Thus, upon seeing the Gudou Dragon Sword drawn, he was overjoyed and immediately made his move, intending to seize the sword.

“Gudou family head? Do you intend to snatch something from a junior?”

However, Yao Yueli had long anticipated this old scoundrel’s attempt to seize it, and she swiftly drew the Lightning Flash Dragon Sword from her chest, positioning it to block him.

“This sword is inherently the most treasured possession of my Gudou family. Do you truly believe you can simply take it?”

Gudou Caotian sneered, believing that under the sway of absolute temptation, no rules held sway.

Simultaneously, a considerable commotion erupted below.

This was, after all, the Gudou family’s territory.

Soon, numerous individuals in green uniforms began to clear the surrounding onlookers away.

A multitude of guards appeared, encircling the area so tightly that not even a drop of water could pass.

They were determined to keep the sword, no matter the cost.

‘Oh my… I seem to have stirred up trouble again…’

Ahoge Dragon observed the formidable display of power around them, sensing a brewing predicament.

“You *know* you’ve caused trouble! Ahhh! What are we going to do! The Gudou family head is at five-star peak, and there are so many people! We’re definitely doomed now!”

Mao Yuxia was on the verge of losing her mind, completely frantic.

“Don’t worry, Big Sister has a Dragon Demonic Tool; these few people aren’t even enough for her to cut down!”

Ahoge Dragon had unwavering faith in Yao Yueli, then picked up the Gudou Dragon Sword, which Mao Yuxia had dropped like a hot potato.

Examining it closely, Ahoge Dragon suddenly noticed a tiny jade pendant nestled within a groove at the tip of the sword.

She casually picked it up.

Ahoge Dragon was ecstatic; this was actually the complete ‘Gudou Nine Swords’!

She quickly tucked it into her pocket.

Gazing at the Gudou Dragon Sword, Ahoge Dragon infused it with her magic.

Suddenly, the Gudou Dragon Sword glowed with a vibrant green light, and a column of green energy extended from it like a laser sword.

*Whoosh…*

The green light stretched far, directly shooting towards Yue Guangyao.

In an instant, Yue Guangyao saw the chair beside his head pierced clean through.

Terrified, he gasped, his mouth agape; he had come so close to death!

Ahoge Dragon was also startled; the sudden appearance of the light column was too bizarre, and she fearfully threw the sword onto the ground.

However, she quickly realized that this outcome was due to her insufficient control over her magic.

She also saw Yue Guangyao, whose face had turned ashen from fright.

She quickly scratched her head and shouted loudly:

“Ah… Toad, my apologies! I don’t know how to use it. Did it scare you so much you wet your pants? Hehe~~ You didn’t *really* pee, did you!”

“You’re the one who peed! You stinky lizard!”

Yue Guangyao was consumed by rage.

With a fierce smile spreading across his face, he waved his hand, instructing his followers nearby:

“Seize her for this Prince! Whoever reclaims the Gudou Dragon Sword shall be made a General of the Imperial Guards by this Prince!”

Upon hearing this, the eyes of those behind him burned with fervor; a General of the Imperial Guards wielded immense power.

Considering the current situation, Gudou Caotian was sure to seize the Gudou Dragon Sword.

It was presumed that Yao Yueli would be preoccupied, leaving only Ahoge Dragon, who seemed to be nothing special.

‘Wouldn’t capturing her be a simple matter?’

‘The Prince is handing out benefits!’

‘His Royal Highness is a welfare queen!’

Then, a throng of people surged downwards.

The emergence of this crowd instantly shattered the stalemate that had been caused by the awe-inspiring power Ahoge Dragon had just unleashed.

Gudou Caotian, seeing Yao Yueli’s blatant disrespect for her elders, produced a slender, green longsword.

He directly unleashed it, and the green longsword flew out as if imbued with a soul.

Yao Yueli, keenly aware of the old scoundrel’s vast magical power, had already prepared for a counterattack.

“Lightning God Armor!” Her entire body became enveloped in an armor of lightning.

“Chidori!” The Lightning Flash Dragon Sword became covered in a layer of purple lightning, not only increasing its size but also significantly boosting its power!

*Pika~*

The two swords collided, sparks of lightning clashing with surges of sword energy.

The scattered lightning energy and sword qi dispersed, striking wildly.

Some surrounding structures were utterly demolished.

Moreover, some unfortunate individuals were directly struck, suffering heavy casualties.

Ahoge Dragon’s face flushed crimson as she covered her mouth, placing her hand below it, ‘Here we go again.’

‘But it’s fine!’

She had known this would happen, which was why she kept Mao Yuxia by her side.

At this moment, Mao Yuxia was so frightened that her entire body was on high alert.

Especially upon seeing the people charging from the Prince’s direction, her fur stood on end.

This was perfect; Ahoge Dragon hugged Mao Yuxia from behind, subtly tucking her tail inside.

‘It was incredibly satisfying~’

“Meow! Li-… Ahoge! What are you doing again!”

“Don’t mind me! Look at how fierce those people are; quickly turn invisible, and let’s both escape!”

Ahoge Dragon felt they shouldn’t linger here; ‘time to bounce!’

‘Let’s get out of here~~’

Mao Yuxia’s four eyes widened in surprise; she had just been contemplating fighting those people to the death!

Ahoge Dragon certainly had more unconventional ideas.

“Got it! I’ll definitely get you out of here.”

“Oh, right, if I keep this sword… in my hand, those people will spot it, won’t they!”

Ahoge Dragon glanced at the Gudou Dragon Sword in her hand; it didn’t seem particularly special.

Concluding that carrying it would betray their location, she casually tossed it towards Yao Yueli, saying:

“Big Sister, please… *ow ow*… hold onto this for me! Me and… Meow Meow are leaving first! After you defeat that old geezer… we’ll meet… at school… okay!”

In her current state, Ahoge Dragon found speaking quite difficult.

She then leaped onto Mao Yuxia’s back, intending for Mao Yuxia to carry her when they made their escape.

Mao Yuxia also understood that their continued presence would only cause more trouble for Yao Yueli.

She quickly activated her invisibility skill, and both of them vanished simultaneously.

Yao Yueli watched the Gudou Dragon Sword being tossed her way, thinking, ‘What the hell.’

Ahoge Dragon’s aim was remarkably precise, specifically throwing it towards Gudou Caotian.

If Yao Yueli hadn’t caught the sword with her tail, Gudou Caotian would have snatched it.

Now possessing two Dragon Demonic Tools, even though the Gudou Dragon Sword was a poor match for her.

She could still unleash the same type of light column that Ahoge Dragon had just produced.

Even if her light column only extended five meters.

Yet, such a light column effortlessly severed Gudou Caotian’s weapon!

And that was a Silver-grade Demonic Tool!