Gou Zai Gaowu Shijie Cheng Shen

Chapter 257 Almost Died [Bonus Chapter for Monthly Tickets]

"What? A secret place? A treasure?"

"Such a place exists?"

Fox Big twitched its ears, frowned in surprise, looked at Ah Kun who was excitedly chattering in front of it, and then turned to look at Fox Two.

Fox Two was teasing Snake with a dry blade of grass.

Seeing Fox Da Wang approach, he quickly put his hands behind his back, looked up at the sky, and whistled.

Fox rolled his eyes.

I must have been out of my mind to even think of asking this idiot.

He scratched the brown fox fur on his head and fell into sorrow.

They came to the temporary campsite for a picnic.

After being cooped up in the city for too long, you start to yearn for nature.

Before they could even start cooking or light a fire, they ran into these three little guys who looked disheveled but were unusually excited.

He scratched the tuft of brown fox fur that always stuck up on his head, then his gaze returned to the three little ones.

Especially the light in their eyes, a mixture of excitement, lingering fear, and intense anticipation, seemed genuine.

"Squeak!"

Really! It smells great! It's very shiny!

But... it's also terrifying!
The little white figure stood up and gestured with its tiny paws, trying its best to describe the strangeness and danger of the place.

Ah She growled and nodded his big head.

His amber-colored vertical pupils were also filled with solemnity.

It drew a circle on the ground with its paw, and then made an X on it with its paw.

It indicates that you cannot force your way in there.

Ah Kun was so anxious that he circled around Fox Big's head, chirping incessantly.

Pointing its wings eastward clearly conveys a sense of urgency.

Fox stroked his chin, lost in thought.

He and Fox Two have been stuck at the high-level beast general realm for a long time, unable to find an opportunity to break through to the lord level.

Ordinary experiences and resources are no longer very effective for them.

If these three little ones really discovered some incredible secret place.

Perhaps there's some kind of opportunity hidden within, which might just be the key to breaking through that bottleneck.
There are certainly risks, but opportunities often go hand in hand with risks.

Fox Two stopped pretending to be profound and leaned over curiously to ask, "Big brother, they're making it sound so convincing, why don't we go take a look?"
What if there really is something good? We've been stuck at the high-level beast general level for so long, maybe this is our chance!

Fox glared at his dim-witted younger brother.

This guy can be incredibly stupid at times.

But sometimes, you just happen to have a bit of luck.

The Tibetan fox clan possesses remarkable talent, but breaking through to the lord level is indeed a significant hurdle.

It requires both accumulation and opportunity.

If it is truly a legacy from an elder or a divine treasure, it might actually be able to lend them a helping hand.

"Alright, stop pretending," Big Fox slapped Little Fox on the back of the head with his paw. "Pack your things and let's go take a look with them."

Fox Two stumbled from the slap, but wasn't angry.

Instead, its eyes lit up, it tossed aside the grass stem, and excitedly rubbed its paws together: "Really?! Let's go!"

“However—” Fox Big pushed Fox Two’s hand away.

He flicked his bushy tail and looked at the three little ones with feigned seriousness, saying, "Alright, I'll trust you this once."

But let me make this clear from the start: you'll be following my orders.

If things go wrong, retreat immediately, understand?

"Squeak!"

"Chirp!"

"Roar!"

The three little ones were immediately excited.

Fox Two rubbed his paws excitedly and said, "I'll listen to you, Big Brother!"

Hu Da: "."

then.

What started as a two-person picnic team instantly transformed into a five-beast adventure team.

Led by the three little ones, they once again set off towards the valley that exuded a strange and refreshing fragrance.

The closer they got to the valley covered in moss and vines, the more narrow Fox Big's fox eyes narrowed.

He possesses an innate and keen sense of perception, far surpassing his peers.

"and many more!"

Just a few hundred meters away from the entrance to the valley.

Fox Big suddenly raised its front paw, signaling the group to stop.

He twitched his nostrils slightly, carefully sniffing the faint fragrance in the air, his brows furrowed tightly.

The fragrance is truly refreshing, as if it contains the essence of life.

But beneath the fragrance, he keenly detected a scent that sent chills down his spine!
A subtle, yet unsettling sense of oppression that sent shivers down its spine!

It's as if some extremely ancient and powerful being is slumbering deep underground!

The pressure emanating from its life level is extremely restrained, almost blending into the environment.

But that qualitative difference made Fox's soul tremble slightly.

Fox Two also dropped his playful grin, his fur standing on end, and whispered, "Big brother... this feeling... it's a bit like... a bit like the feeling when we were approaching Senior Yin's lair."

Fox Big swallowed hard.

Even the three little ones could sense the tension emanating from the two foxes.

Ah She lowered his body, and Xiao Bai crawled under Ah She's belly.

Ah Kun quietly settled on Fox Big's shoulder, no longer daring to make a fuss.

"So, do we still want to go in?"

Fox Two swallowed hard and asked in a low voice.

Even the best treasures are precious, but you need to be alive to enjoy them.

Fox Big stared at the seemingly peaceful valley, his eyes flickering uncertainly.

Fear and the desire for opportunity were locked in a fierce battle within him.

The oppressive aura emanating from the earth was undeniable, but the precious light and exotic fragrance described by the three little ones were also not fabricated.

Seeing that Fox Big was starting to hesitate, Fox Two licked his lips.

Although he was also scared, he was still somewhat unwilling: "Brother, are we just going to let it go like this?"
What if this place is unclaimed?
Or perhaps that being already exists.

After a long silence, Fox took a deep breath, a resolute glint in his eyes: "We've come all this way... we can't just give up like this."

However, we must be extremely careful!
We absolutely cannot dig holes as recklessly as those three again!

He looked at Xiaobai: "Xiaobai, are you sure the tunnel you dug didn't disturb anything down there?"

Little White's eyes darted around, and he quickly shook his little head like a rattle drum.

"Squeak!"

Fox Da breathed a slight sigh of relief: "That's good. Listen, let's observe from the outside first and figure out the source and pattern of this aura."

No one is allowed to approach that area without my permission, and no one is allowed to dig any further! Understand?

"understand!"

"Chirp!"

"Roar!"

Fox Two and the three little ones responded in unison.

Temporary camp.

Swish!
Xu Feng, who had just returned from Base B3 with his family, immediately went to find the Three Beasts after putting down his things.

When they arrived at the camp, they discovered that the three beasts seemed to have not returned for quite some time.

However, according to the spiritual connection of the three beasts, they are located somewhere deep in the Wumeng Mountains.

Meanwhile, Xu Feng also noticed some messy and hurried footprints at the camp.

Among them were the special investigation team's combat boot footprints and the faint scents of Fox Big and Fox Two.

"Huh? How did they run into each other? And why are they all heading east?"

Xu Feng frowned slightly and immediately followed the direction indicated by the mental link.

Soon, they arrived at the edge of the valley covered with strange moss and vines.

As soon as he arrived at the valley entrance, he could smell that faint "fragrance".

And hidden beneath the fragrance was a terrifying pressure that sent shivers down one's spine!
"This is."

Xu Feng's expression changed drastically. The level of this oppressive aura far surpassed any opponent he had encountered before.

It was even similar to the sense of oppression that his master, Li Yuanying, brought him.

Xu Feng was immediately startled and took out the gold-label map. He instantly confirmed that this was the closest gold-label location to Senior Yang!

"Nonsense!"

Xu Feng was both shocked and furious.

Those five ignorant fools actually managed to find their way to this place!

He dared not delay for a moment, and with all his mental power, he instantly locked onto a newly excavated passage deep underground.

This passage is clearly Xiaobai's masterpiece.

Without hesitation, he slipped inside and went straight underground.

The tunnel twists and turns downwards.

Xu Feng pushed his speed to the limit, frantically scanning ahead with his mental energy.

soon.

After crossing a puddle, Xu Feng was astonished to find himself in a cold pool.

Emerging from the icy pool, Xu Feng was astonished to discover that the familiar structure and strange patterns on the surrounding walls revealed an underground site resembling an ancient ruin.

It's exactly the same place as where "Senior Yin" is!
Xu Feng immediately followed the footprints left on the ground and quickly chased after them.

Soon, he "saw" five figures cautiously and slowly exploring ahead.

leader!

Sensing Xu Feng's approach, Ah She was the first to turn around.

"Xu Feng!"

"Squeak!"

"Chirp!"

"Roar!"

The fox brothers shuddered at the sudden sound.

Turning around abruptly, he saw Xu Feng speeding towards him, his entire body shrouded in cold black armor.

"Brother Xu!!"

Fox was both surprised and delighted.

"You're back? Here."

"you."

Looking at their appearance, Xu Feng swallowed back the words of reprimand that were on the tip of his tongue.

Now is not the time for lessons.

His face was extremely grave, and he said in a low, urgent voice, "Don't make a sound! Come with me right now! Quickly!"

"What's wrong?" Fox asked in a low voice, puzzled.

"Stop talking nonsense! Let's go! There are beings below who are beyond the Lord level! And they seem to have been alerted."

Xu Feng spoke very quickly, his expression more serious than ever before.

He can feel it.

Just as he unleashed his full mental power and shouted.

The dormant, terrifying will deep underground seemed to ripple slightly!
It's like a pebble being thrown into a calm lake!
"What?!" Fox Two was immediately terrified.

"Walk!!"

Xu Feng let out a low shout, grabbed his fox brothers, and shot towards the icy pool.

At the same time, his mental power transformed into an invisible thrust, allowing him to reach his maximum speed almost instantly.

Meanwhile, the three little snakes sped up and followed Xu Feng.

However, it's too late!

Rumble——! ! !
The entire tunnel.

No.

The entire mountain began to shake violently and collapse!
An indescribable, savage, violent, and terrifying will filled with the aura of destruction.

Like a volcano awakening, it erupts from the deepest part of the earth!

Click!

boom!
The rock walls in front of and above the tunnel crumbled like paper.

A giant claw, completely covered in dark red scales and covered in eerie patterns, suddenly emerged from the ground with a terrifying force capable of tearing everything apart, grabbing at Xu Feng and the others!

Even before the giant claw arrived, the terrifying pressure had already made the blood of the group almost freeze, rendering them unable to move!

"Go away!"

Xu Feng's eyes were bloodshot, and his inner world seemed to respond and activate at the same time.

hum-

An invisible aura enveloped the five beasts, and everyone immediately returned to normal, their expressions changing drastically as they fled in panic.

at the same time.

The black-patterned suit instantly covered Xu Feng's entire body, and the Xuanjin Battle Blade emitted a piercing shriek.

A pale blade of energy, imbued with all his spirit and energy, swept with endless gales, like a reversed tornado, and fiercely slashed towards the giant claw!

Simultaneously.

Twenty-four throwing knives converged to form a fish-shaped shield, attempting to protect the group.

clang--! ! !
In an instant.

When the SSS-grade Xuanjin Battle Blade struck the dark red giant claw, it produced a loud clang like metal striking metal, leaving only a shallow white mark!

Blinding light and violent energy shockwaves instantly swept through the entire tunnel!
Xu Feng felt an irresistible force coming from him, his throat tasted sweet, and blood spilled directly from the corner of his mouth.

It was as if he had been hit by a speeding train, and he was thrown backward violently!
The black-patterned suit shimmered with light, absorbing most of the impact, but it still caused internal injuries!
The giant claw was momentarily halted by this desperate attack.

“Let’s go!!!”

Using the force of his backward flight, Xu Feng frantically used his mental power to grab the five beasts, who were also stunned by the shock, and fled desperately towards the cold pool from which they had come!
The collapsing rocks fell like raindrops, and the tunnel was rapidly disintegrating.

Xu Feng pushed his speed to the limit, his blade flashing as he cleaved through the boulders blocking his path.

Using his mental power to protect himself, he led the five beasts through the destructive passage with great difficulty!
The icy pool is almost in sight!

However, just as they were about to rush out and plunge into the icy pool—

"Roar--!!!"

A roar, seemingly from the deepest hell, filled with boundless rage and destruction, suddenly came from the ground!
This was accompanied by a roar.

The dark red giant claw reappeared, and its speed increased dramatically.

They caught up with him as if they had teleported.

This time.

Its target was no longer Xu Feng, but instead it grabbed at the back of the group, where A She and Hu Er were larger and slower!

"Do not!!!"

Fox Da's eyes widened in horror as he tried to turn back to help, but he was blocked by the raging energy turbulence and collapsing rocks.

Xu Feng also sensed the danger behind him and turned around abruptly.

Then they saw that terrifying giant claw had already enveloped Fox Two and Ah She!

"squeak--!"

Little White screamed and turned around.

But at the last moment, Fox Two suddenly used all his strength to shove Ah She hard towards Xu Feng!
At the same time, Ah She let out a low growl, its thick tail coiling around Fox Two, trying to throw him off.

However, their tacit understanding as a fox and a tiger prevented them from escaping the giant claws.

The dark red giant claws snapped shut instantly!
"Second brother!"

The fox let out a mournful cry and rushed back without regard for anything else.

However, Xu Feng was even faster than him!

bass!
A dark gold dagger instantly appeared in his hand.

"Get out of here!!!"

Swish.

The dagger slashed through.

A golden blade of light instantly split the mountain and cleaved the earth, crashing down on the giant claw.

"Roar?!"

For the first time, the being underground let out a cry of surprise and pain.

The giant claw immediately loosened its grip.

Xu Feng swiftly pulled Ah She and Hu Er out.

He turned around and slashed out again, then ran away without hesitation!

However, he had only taken three steps when he suddenly stopped.

Because, before him, the path he had come from had disappeared.

Instead, there was a smooth stone wall. "The road is gone!"

Fox looked at Xu Feng in terror and roared.

Xu Feng suddenly turned around, took a step, and stood in front of the five beasts, holding his dagger horizontally in front of him.

Behind him, the terrifying being finally revealed part of its true form.

It is also a huge eyeball.

However, this brownish-yellow eyeball is a vertical slit, but the pupil is not completely narrowed into a slit; instead, it is slightly spread out.

When it blinks, a thin white film flashes rapidly across its eyeball.

suddenly.

A rough, cold voice rang in Xu Feng's ears: "Run! Why aren't you running anymore?"

Xu Feng narrowed his eyes, looking at the enormous eyeball, gripping the dagger tightly in his hand, and said respectfully:
"Since you insist on keeping me here, senior, how dare I disobey your wishes? Naturally, I dare not run away again."

"Hmph!" The gruff voice sneered, "As expected of a human who is good with words!"
However, trespassing on my territory means certain death!

Xu Feng also sneered: "It's still uncertain who will live and who will die, senior, you shouldn't be too confident."

The gruff voice laughed disdainfully, "Hahaha, you think you can kill me? With that pseudo-divine weapon in your hand?"

"No! Senior is wrong. This dagger is just a little trinket given to me by my master."

I have ten of these! And if you were to kill me, you would surely die as well.

My master is a master of the same level as my senior.

The younger generation's close friend, despite the age difference, is also a member of the ancient Yin tribe, just like the older generation.

This junior is not only a high-ranking member of the Great Xia human race, but also a meritorious warrior personally appointed by the Great Xia's commander-in-chief in this realm.

This world is merely the lowest level among the worlds controlled by my Great Xia.

There are dozens of powerful figures like you in our Great Xia!
So, why would a master like you have to try to kill a junior?

We entered unintentionally and will leave. We urge you, senior, to reconsider.

Seeing that this terrifying being did not immediately kill him, but instead started chatting with him.

Even if it's just mockery, it's still effective communication.

Xu Feng naturally wouldn't sit idly by and wait to die; having survived, he was determined to fight for his life.

As he spoke, he flipped his hand and put away the dagger: "I believe that with your wisdom, you should be able to understand the pros and cons."

This action is not a sign of weakness.

Rather, it's a stance—a stance of "I have my trump cards, but I'm willing to express my sincerity first."

He mentioned his master, Yin, the commander-in-chief of the Great Xia, and even the background of the Great Xia controlling multiple worlds.

Like an invisible net, it weaves a background that any intelligent life must carefully consider.

This isn't begging for mercy; it's a showdown.

It is telling the other party:

Kill me, but you may not be able to afford the consequences.

Release me, and we'll all be at peace.

As soon as Xu Feng finished speaking, the five beasts behind him held their breath.

A brief silence fell over the underground.

The only sound was the occasional rustling of rocks sliding down.

And the heavy, suppressed breathing of Fox and the others.

The enormous vertical pupil stared intently at Xu Feng, its pupils slightly contracting.

After a while.

That rough voice rang out again.

But his previous rage and murderous intent seemed to have subsided somewhat.

Instead, a deep, icy coldness prevailed: "Human boy...you're quite the smooth talker."

But words are meaningless. Do you think you can scare me with just a few words?

How dare a mere human war god claim to be a close friend of that old fellow 'Yan' despite their age difference?
"You dare to bring up some commander-in-chief or some otherworldly entity to intimidate me? Do you know the consequences of deceiving me?"

As the words were spoken, the terrifying pressure intensified once more.

It was as if an invisible mountain was pressing down on Xu Feng and the five beasts, making it difficult for them to breathe and causing their bones to creak.

Fox Big, Little White, and the others were trembling so badly that they could hardly stand up straight.

However, Hsu Feng became even more relaxed.

He gave a soft hum, and the black patterned suit shimmered with an eerie light, helping him resist most of the pressure.

His gaze met the giant pupil without flinching, and he said calmly, "This junior would not dare to deceive the senior."

Senior Yin lived in the Wumeng Mountains, and there is indeed a connection between him and the younger generation.

The token is here. If you know Senior Yin, you should be able to recognize it!

As he spoke, he had a thought and took out the small statue of Senior Yin that he had obtained from Wang Xuerou from his storage space.

Sure enough, upon seeing the sculpture, the enormous vertical pupils of the beast beneath the ground shifted slightly, its gaze sweeping back and forth across Xu Feng's hand.

"Hmph, even if what you say is true..."

The voice rang out again, carrying a hint of annoyance at being disturbed from a peaceful dream and anger at having one's hunt interrupted.

"But you have trespassed into the place where I slumber, disturbing me."

Do you really think you can just walk away like that? There's no such easy way out!

It didn't act immediately, which shows that Xu Feng's words had an effect.

But it was clearly unwilling to let them leave just like that.

A step is needed.

Or rather, compensation is needed.

Before it could finish speaking, Xu Feng pressed on, saying, "My intrusion today was completely unintentional, and I had absolutely no intention of offending you, senior!"

It was indeed our fault for disturbing the slumber of our predecessors.

The younger generation wishes to apologize on behalf of their seniors and offers compensation.

At this point, Xu Feng clasped his hands in a salute, then changed the subject: "If you have any instructions, senior, as long as they do not violate morality and are within my capabilities, I am willing to do my best."

Previously, the younger generation often helped the senior with tasks, such as searching for delicacies from all over the world for the human race.

At the same time, the younger generation also used this opportunity to exchange some odds and ends with the senior.

If you are interested, senior, I am willing to trade with you.

His words combined both soft and hard tactics.

First, prove that your connections and background are genuine, making the other party hesitant to act rashly.

Then state that there was no intention to offend, thus reducing the other party's hostility.

Finally, make a promise and give the other party a way out.

These three consecutive attacks silenced even this ancient being.

Only that huge vertical pupil stared intently at Xu Feng, as if trying to see right through him, inside and out.

It was clearly moved by Xu Feng's words.

A human race with such a background and potential.

Killing him would certainly relieve my anger in the short term.

However, this may lead to a fierce retaliation from Yin, that old adversary, and powerful human beings.

Not worth the candle.

Moreover, this kid doesn't seem to be lying.

That composure and the conditions he proposed also demonstrated sufficient sincerity and wisdom.

After a long while, the rough voice rang out again, but the tone had softened considerably.

But he still carried a fierce aura: "Kid, you're not bad. Although your strength is weak, you're quite bold and quick-witted."

It changed its tone abruptly, adding a hint of warning: "For the sake of that old bastard Yin, and also for the sake of the fact that you're somewhat sensible, I'll let you off the hook."

Today, I will spare your lives, but while you may escape the death penalty, you will not escape punishment.

That fake divine weapon that injured me, and your companions? You have to choose one to keep.

Then, get out of my territory immediately and never set foot here again!

Xu Feng's pupils contracted slightly.

Even if it's a fake divine weapon, although it was a gift from my master and is extremely precious, it's still just an external possession.

But what about Ah She and Fox Da and Fox Er?

This behemoth was indeed not so easy to talk to.

Hsu Feng made her choice almost immediately, but she still had to put on an act.

If you choose too quickly, the things underground might cheat you.

Xu Feng's expression shifted, and finally he gritted his teeth, revealing a look of "pain" yet resignation, and said in a deep voice, "Since Senior has spoken, this junior will obey!"

Without hesitation, he took out the dark gold dagger again and gently placed it on the ground.

"Please keep your promise, senior."

Xu Feng put down the dagger and stepped back.

"get out!"

The rough voice carried a hint of pleasure at obtaining "spoils of war".

"Don't rush!" However, Xu Feng did not leave immediately.

"Do you perhaps intend to stay and keep me company?" The underground being asked, sounding slightly surprised.

Xu Feng smiled slightly, clasped his hands and said, "Senior, since I have left behind a divine weapon, then our grudges should be considered settled."

Since there are no grudges between us, I naturally want to get to know you better.

After all, powerful figures like this senior are rare in this world.

"Make friends with you? Hahaha, you, a mere lord, want to make friends with me? Who do you think you are?"

"My name is Xu Feng. I am the chief engineer of the Wumeng Mountain region of the Great Xia Dynasty. I hold the rank of general in the human race and can command a million warriors."

My master is a master of the same level as my predecessor. He holds a high position in the human race and can decide the fate of an entire world with a single word.

The younger generation's close friend, despite the age difference, is also a member of the ancient Yin tribe, just like the older generation.

At the same time, this junior is not only a high-ranking member of the Great Xia human race, but also a meritorious warrior personally appointed by the Great Xia's commander-in-chief in this realm.

He is also a spirit medium of the fox and tree clans, and the inheritor of the Qinling Divine Ape clan.

This world is merely the lowest level among the worlds controlled by my Great Xia.

There are dozens of powerful figures like you in our Great Xia!
I believe I am qualified to befriend you, senior. What do you think?

"."

Those big eyes narrowed, and suddenly chuckled.

"If you put it that way, then you do have some qualifications."

Xu Feng smiled slightly: "I haven't yet had the pleasure of learning your esteemed name, senior."

“Nameless, the ancients called me Blood Butcher, you may call me Butcher.”

"Junior Xu Feng greets Senior Tu."

"Fine, take your men and get out of here."

"Is that all, Senior? When I first met Senior, Senior, you bestowed upon me a broken divine weapon as proof of our friendship."

Now that we have befriended a senior, it would be inappropriate for us to leave empty-handed.
If someone asks me in the future, how should I, as a junior, describe the dignity and generosity of my senior?

"I'm afraid outsiders might mistake him for a senior. Hmm."

"I told you humans are good at sophistry, I have nothing to give you."

"Since you are short of money, then forget it."

Previously, the junior thought that the senior was more capable than the senior.

"But I misunderstood, so I will take my leave."

"Wait a minute, what do you mean I'm short of money?"

"I have misspoke, please forgive me, senior. I will not tell anyone."

"You're talking nonsense! When have I ever been shy?!"
I'm much richer than that old bastard, Yang!

"what?"

"What do you mean 'huh'? Take this and get out!"

Swish!
Xu Feng caught the flying object and was shocked after just one glance.

"Thank you so much for your generous gift, senior! I'll take my leave now!"

"go!"

With an excited expression, Xu Feng immediately waved his hand and led the five beasts quickly towards the cold pool.

In just a short while, they were back on the ground.

Everyone breathed a sigh of relief, collapsed to the ground, and gasped for breath.

"Did we really make it out alive?"

Fox Two slumped to the ground, clutching his injured shoulder, his voice still trembling.

Ah She also let out a low growl and rubbed his big head against Xu Feng.

Xiao Bai and A Kun rushed to Xu Feng's legs, letting out whimpering sounds of relief after surviving a close call.

Fox looked at Xu Feng with a very complicated expression.

"Brother Xu is truly a remarkable person of our time!"

It originally thought it was doomed this time.

Unexpectedly, Xu Feng managed to save them all by himself.

Did they even "knock" a treasure out of that terrifying being?
Furthermore, they established a strange "relationship" with him?
This is simply unbelievable!
He glanced back at the valley, now silent but concealing a great terror, his eyes deep and unfathomable.

"Slaughter"

He murmured the name, engraving it deep in his heart, just like Senior Yin.

Then, he looked at Fox Big and gave a wry smile: "Do you really think I turned the situation around with just a few words?"

"Isn't that right?" Fox asked in surprise.

Xu Feng shook his head slightly.

How could such an ancient being change its attitude and abandon its murderous intent just because of a few words from him?
All this talk of being short of money and comparing oneself to others is just an act.

In his view, this "blood slaughter" never intended to kill them from the beginning.

There's something strange about this.

However, Blood Butcher wanted to use this opportunity to make contact with him, and he might also be able to benefit from it.

Everything depends on human effort!
But this is all for later.

"Let's go back and heal our wounds first. Let's keep what happened today to ourselves."

Xu Feng did not explain to Fox Da, but instead composed himself and addressed the beasts.

Soon, he and his five beasts disappeared into the vast night.

And deep underground.

The enormous vertical pupil slowly closed, and a faint whisper echoed in the darkness:

"Xu Feng. An interesting little guy."

His body was entangled in cause and effect, and also bore the aura of a divine ape and a barbarian.
This pool of water is getting more and more interesting.
Perhaps, he might actually be useful in the future.

night.

Temporary camp.

Xu Feng leaned against the cold wall, seemingly resting with his eyes closed, but in reality, his inner peace was far from what he appeared to be.

He slowly opened his palm and, by the light from inside the room, carefully examined the last item that "Blood Butcher" had thrown to him.

It was not the dazzling, rare treasure that one might imagine.

It was a piece about the size of a palm.

Its shape is simple and ancient, and the dark red token is even a little damaged at the edges.

The token is made of neither gold nor wood, and it feels warm to the touch yet carries a strange, icy coolness.

It was engraved with some difficult-to-decipher, distorted ancient runes.

In the center is a character for "blood" that appears to have been written in blood, with grotesque strokes.

The entire token exuded a restrained yet fierce aura, sharing the same origin as the feeling emanating from the subterranean behemoth, but even more ancient and profound.

"Brother Xu, what is this?"

After treating Fox Two's injuries, Fox Big came closer.

Looking at the token in Xu Feng's hand, he was filled with curiosity and awe.

Xu Feng ran his fingertips along the raised and recessed patterns on the token and shook his head: "I don't know its specific purpose, but what that Senior 'Tu' gave me is definitely not an ordinary item."

Perhaps it's a keepsake, or perhaps it holds some other secret.

He did not readily attempt to probe with his telekinesis.

Such ancient artifacts could lead to unforeseen disasters if explored rashly.

Let's go back and ask Master and Gu Cheng to investigate.

He carefully put the token into his storage space.

Today's trip, though a near-death experience, yielded equally amazing results.

Not only did it avert a catastrophic disaster, but it also seems to have established a fragile connection with another extraordinary entity.

"Brother Xu, if it weren't for you today..."

Recalling what happened today, Fox spoke sincerely, with lingering fear and gratitude.

"Thanks to you, otherwise my brother and I would have become ghosts in the underworld long ago."

Xu Feng waved his hand, interrupting, "There's no need for that. Since we are companions, we should advance and retreat together."

Besides, you ran there because of Ah She and the others.”

(End of this chapter)