"This time, I'm in charge of escorting the Black Dragon Token. You, as the sole trial participant for this practical assessment, must obey my commands."
"Do you have any objections?"
Qin Hao asked haughtily.
Every disciple on Black Demon Island was strictly controlled. Based on their strength, they were divided into Level One, Level Two, and Level Three disciples.
The Black Demon Guards, however, were the leaders of the outer disciples, holding a special status.
Anyone who managed to become a Black Demon Guard was undoubtedly exceptionally talented and possessed superior cultivation aptitude.
"Oh? Are you sure you want to do this?"
Upon hearing this, Zhou Yan's eyes narrowed sharply.
Although the Black Demon Sect had strict rules, he did not fear them.
In Zhou Yan's heart, the Black Demon Sect ultimately did not belong to him!
"Hmph!"
A mocking expression flashed across Qin Hao's lips.
"What? Do you dare to defy my will?!"
"I warn you, don't provoke me, otherwise..."
Before he could finish, a murderous glint flashed in the depths of Qin Hao's eyes.
"Are you threatening me?"
Zhou Yan scoffed.
"That's right!"
Qin Hao looked at Zhou Yan with arrogance, not hiding his hostility at all.
"Let me tell you, I must achieve good results in this practical assessment. It concerns whether I can be promoted to an inner disciple, so you'd better behave yourself!"
"Otherwise, you'll regret it!"
Qin Hao sneered repeatedly.
"Heh heh..."
Zhou Yan shook his head.
Then, without paying any further attention to Qin Hao, he walked directly towards the warship.
"Damn it!"
"This Zhou Yan is too bold, actually daring to disobey my orders!"
Seeing that Zhou Yan completely ignored him, Qin Hao became enraged, his eyes shooting out cold light.
The next moment, he turned his head and looked at the others.
"Who among you is willing to step forward and teach this fellow a lesson?"
Qin Hao shouted in a deep voice.
"Senior Brother Qin, don't worry. Dealing with a mere new disciple is a piece of cake for me!"
"Heh heh! Let him know the might of my Black Wind Village!"
Instantly, many black-robed youths spoke up.
Clearly, they had all been defeated by Zhou Yan before.
Now that they had an opportunity to retaliate, how could they refuse?
For a moment, the entire warship was filled with a killing aura.
Rumble!
The next moment, these people quickly gathered around Qin Hao.
Streams of surging true essence instantly erupted.
Terrifying and peerless!
"Hmph! Since you're courting death, don't blame me!"
Qin Hao grinned menacingly.
Zhou Yan's behavior had thoroughly angered him.
If it weren't for the need to obtain more merit points to exchange for resources, he would have wished to kill Zhou Yan with his own hands to quench his resentment.
"Zhou Yan!"
"I advise you to surrender obediently, and perhaps I can spare your life!"
Qin Hao said to Zhou Yan with a sinister gaze.
"Heh heh, you want to kill me? With just the likes of you, you're far from capable!"
Zhou Yan spoke indifferently.
Immediately, he threw a punch horizontally through the air.
"Bang!"
In an instant, the void trembled, and a terrifying force suddenly struck.
"What?"
"How did this guy become so strong!"
"Not good!"
Qin Hao's face changed drastically. He wanted to dodge, but it was already too late.
Bang!
However, before he could even get close, he took a punch to the chest.
"Pfft!"
Blood spurted out, and Qin Hao's body was sent flying backward, crashing to the ground and falling unconscious.
"Hiss!"
This scene sent a shiver down the spines of the surrounding black-robed youths.
"Qin Hao, he was actually defeated!"
"What terrifying strength!"
...
A series of exclamations erupted continuously.
Their expressions were solemn, and a look of apprehension appeared in their eyes.
"Good lad!"
"I didn't expect you to be so well-hidden!"
On the other side, a burly young man looked at Zhou Yan with a solemn expression and spoke.
This person was named Zhang Tao, also a Black Demon Guard.
"Heh heh, Zhang Tao, do you want to challenge me?"
Zhou Yan asked indifferently.
"Forget it, let's not dwell on this for now!"
Zhang Tao waved his hand, then turned around and pointed at the Black Demon warship ahead.
"Our mission is to leave on this warship and head to the Black Dragon Domain!"
"Remember, in the Black Dragon Domain, unless you encounter danger, do not trespass into any city!"
"Otherwise, you will be punished by Black Dragon Island!"
"Also..."
"If you discover disciples from other factions, notify me immediately. Do not act on your own!"
Zhang Tao pondered for a moment before continuing to instruct.
"Understood!"
Around them, the black-robed youths all cupped their fists and accepted the order.
"Alright, let's board the ship now!"
Zhang Tao waved his hand, signaling everyone to board.
"Whoosh!"
In an instant, everyone boarded the warship and left with Zhang Tao.
...
The Black Dragon Domain was extremely far from Dongyang County.
In just half a day, they reached the coastline of Black Demon Island.
"Look, that's Black Demon Island!"
"Black Demon Island is the headquarters of the Black Demon Alliance. This assessment is hosted by the Black Demon Alliance!"
"The leader of the Black Demon Alliance is the Enforcement Elder of Black Demon Island. His cultivation is unfathomable, said to be already at the Grandmaster realm, possessing terrifying strength!"
...
As the Black Demon ship landed on Black Demon Island, discussions continuously echoed in everyone's ears.
"Let's go!"
"During this period, Black Dragon Island will conduct special training for you. I hope you can pass the assessment successfully!"
Soon, the Black Demon ship docked at the pier, and Qin Hao and others jumped off.
"Hmm?"
"Someone?"
As soon as he stepped off the Black Demon ship, Zhou Yan was slightly startled and scanned his surroundings.
At this moment, many martial artists had already gathered at the Black Demon Island pier.
Moreover, they were clearly separated.
Among them, several men and women in luxurious robes stood together, seemingly engaged in pleasant conversation, with a harmonious atmosphere.
"Who are those people..."
"Those are disciples from the First Rank Hall of Black Demon Island!"
Upon seeing this, Qin Hao's pupils contracted, and he said in a deep voice.
"So they are disciples from Black Demon Island. I almost forgot!"
Hearing this, Zhou Yan sighed lightly.
Black Demon Island was one of the nine Holy Islands of the Black Demon Empire.
Here, it was a mixed bag, with all sorts of martial artists appearing frequently.
Hence the title "Disciples of Black Demon Island"!
"Qin Hao, these disciples of Black Demon Island are all arrogant and difficult to deal with!"
"Be careful not to provoke them, otherwise you'll be in endless trouble."
"Of course, if you have the ability to defeat them, I will support you!"
A look of excitement appeared on Qin Hao's face.
"Hahaha, then I won't be polite!"
Zhou Yan laughed to the sky.
Immediately after, the two of them strode towards Black Demon Island.
Soon, they arrived beside those disciples from the First Rank Hall.
"Hmm?"
Zhou Yan frowned, his eyes flashing with sharp light.
At this moment, he felt three gazes staring at him from his left.
"Heh heh, Qin Hao, we meet again!"
"I heard your strength has improved quite a bit. Coincidentally, I've also broken through!"