Crossover: The Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation, starting with cultivation with the Six Flowers Im

At the same time, one of its front legs lashed out like lightning, aiming straight for Nangong Yehua's throat.

Nangong Yehua felt a chill run down his spine, but he did not back down. Instead, he took advantage of the situation and leaped into the air, his body drawing a graceful arc in the air, skillfully avoiding the spider's attack.

He knew that it would be unwise to confront such a behemoth head-on; only by using speed and intelligence could he find an opportunity to defeat it.

"Fire Release: Dragon Fire Technique!" Nangong Yehua formed hand seals in the air, and a blazing fire dragon erupted from his palm, rushing straight towards the giant spider.

Wherever the fire dragon passed, the air seemed to ignite, producing bursts of cracking sounds.

Seeing this, the spider hurriedly swung its front legs, trying to scatter the fire dragon, but the fire dragon seemed to have a mind of its own, nimbly dodging the spider's attacks.

It eventually exploded on its massive body, leaving behind charred marks.

However, this was only the beginning. Nangong Yehua (Liao Nuo Zhao) knew that to completely defeat this spider with four tails, he had to find its weakness.

As he dealt with the spider, he carefully observed its every move, trying to find a weakness.

After a fierce battle, Nangong Yehua finally discovered that whenever the spider launched an attack, a mysterious totem on its abdomen would flash with an eerie light.

He guessed that it was likely the source of the spider's power, and also its weakness.

Chapter 516 Lightning Release: Thunder God's Wrath

After discovering the secret of the spider's abdominal totem, Nangong Yehua's eyes seemed to be ignited with two sharp lights—sparks of determination and wisdom.

He knew that this precise strike would be the key to victory. The surrounding air seemed to freeze, even the wind held its breath, awaiting the next moment.

He took a deep breath, adjusted himself to his best state, slightly separated his feet, lowered his center of gravity, as if establishing an inexplicable connection with the earth.

His hands moved swiftly and precisely, each hand seal embodying his years of training and combat experience, and each movement exuding undeniable confidence and determination.

"Water Release: Water Dragon Bullet Technique!"

Nangong Ye 297 Hua let out a low shout, and instantly, the surrounding air seemed to be drawn by an invisible force, and water vapor quickly gathered to form a crystal clear water dragon.

He roared and charged at the spider. This wasn't his real killing move, but rather a ploy to draw the spider's attention and create an opportunity for his next fatal strike.

The spider fell for the trap. It roared angrily and waved its front legs, trying to scatter the water dragon.

But Nangong Yehua had anticipated this move. Taking advantage of the moment when the spider's attention was diverted, he sprang up and rushed towards the spider's abdomen like an arrow.

As he approached his target, his power reached its peak, his muscles tensed, as if he were concentrating all his strength into the next strike.

His eyes were fixed on the totem, the source of the spider's power, and also its most vulnerable spot.

"Lightning Release: Thunder God's Wrath!"

Nangong Yehua roared, and the lightning power in his body exploded completely at this moment, his hands seemed to transform into the embodiment of lightning.

A thick pillar of lightning condensed, carrying a world-destroying force, and slammed into the totem on the spider's abdomen.

"Oh!"

A deafening roar erupted, as if the heavens and earth themselves changed color. The moment the pillar of lightning collided with the totem, a dazzling light and a powerful shockwave burst forth.

The spider tore the surrounding air apart. It let out a piercing wail, its massive body trembling violently.

The eight iron legs flailing helplessly, unable to maintain their balance any longer.

Nangong Yehua's figure drew a graceful arc in the air before landing steadily, his eyes sharp as he kept a close eye on the spider's movements.

The totem on the spider's abdomen gradually dimmed under the bombardment of lightning, eventually going out completely and losing its former brilliance.

As the totem went out, the spider's power seemed to be drained away, and its massive body slowly collapsed, finally crashing to the ground with a thud, kicking up a cloud of dust.

At this moment, a long-lost sense of ease and relief appeared on Nangong Yehua's face.

His chest heaved violently, and sweat slid down his cheeks, dripping into the dust, bearing witness to the hardship and difficulty of this battle.

But his eyes were unusually bright, filled with the light of victory and anticipation for the future.

The surrounding air gradually returned to calm, with only the occasional sound of wind and birdsong breaking the silence in the distance.

Nangong Yehua stood there, silently watching the spider lying on the ground, her heart filled with mixed emotions.

He was both proud of his victory and worried about the conspiracy behind the battle.

He knew this was just the beginning, and the road ahead was long, but he was ready to face any challenge.

He slowly walked towards the spider's corpse and began to examine it carefully.

Chapter 517 Tao Xiaomei's Scheme

Beside the giant spider's corpse, Nangong Yehua meticulously searched for every possible hidden clue, but as time passed, his brows furrowed deeper and deeper.

The spider's exoskeleton was hard and cold, except for the parts damaged by the battle.

The rest of the place was unusually clean, as if it had been deliberately cleaned, leaving no valuable clues.

He stood up, looked around, and was filled with confusion and bewilderment.

The sudden battle, along with the mysterious four-tailed aura emanating from the spider, filled him with unprecedented pressure and confusion.

Just as he was lost in thought, a crisp laugh broke the surrounding silence.

"When did you come here?"

Nangong Yehua turned around abruptly, his body trembling, and his sharp gaze turned toward the source of the sound.

Tao Xiaomei was already standing not far away, smiling at him, her bright eyes seemingly able to see into his heart.

"Weren't you afraid to come?"

Nangong Yehua's tone carried a hint of reproach, though he knew that while Tao Xiaomei was lively, she would usually avoid such dangerous situations.

Tao Xiaomei pouted and said, feigning grievance:

"I came over as soon as I heard the noise. I was just looking for some fun, but when I got here I saw you so bravely taking down the giant spider."

She spoke as she approached, a sly glint in her eyes.

"I was afraid, but haven't you already solved that?"

Tao Xiaomei continued, her tone playful and smug, as if to say:

"See, I knew you would win."

Upon hearing this, Nangong Yehua felt a complex mix of emotions. He was both surprised by Tao Xiaomei's arrival and felt a pang of guilt for his previous misunderstanding of her.

But then, a thought flashed through his mind, making him instantly understand something.

"You lied to me!"

Nangong Yehua suddenly raised his voice, his gaze fixed intently on Tao Xiaomei. He realized he might have fallen into her trap.

This battle may not have been accidental, but rather orchestrated by someone behind the scenes.

"Are you treating me like a laborer?" Nangong Yehua's tone carried a hint of anger, but more so a sense of helplessness at being fooled.

He recalled his fierce battle with the spider, and a chill ran down his spine. If all of this was Tao Xiaomei's "masterpiece," then what was her purpose?

Asking for flowers

Seeing this, Tao Xiaomei quickly waved her hand and smiled:

"Haha, you're only just realizing it? You're still too naive."

Her laughter was clear and melodious, yet it sent a chill down Nangong Yehua's spine.

"But don't be too angry,"

Seeing Nangong Yehua's gloomy expression, Tao Xiaomei quickly suppressed her smile and said seriously.

"Actually, I had a reason for doing this. I sensed an unusual aura emanating from this spider, and I felt it might be related to some big secret."

"But I wasn't sure if I could handle it, so I deliberately lured you here."

"you……"

Nangong Yehua was speechless for a moment. He hadn't expected Tao Xiaomei to admit her "scheme" so bluntly. But upon closer reflection, he realized she did have her own reasons and considerations.

"Okay, don't be angry."

Tao Xiaomei stepped forward and gently patted Nangong Yehua's shoulder.

“We should join forces now to uncover the truth behind this secret. I believe that as long as we work together, we will definitely be able to solve this mystery.” (Zhang)

Chapter 518 Cooperation and Joint Action in the Underground World

Looking into Tao Xiaomei's sincere eyes, Nangong Yehua's anger gradually subsided, replaced by a strong interest in the unknown and a sense of warmth from being trusted.

He took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down, and slowly said:

"Alright, since you've been so honest, I won't pursue this any further."

"But you have to promise me that you won't act on your own like this again, especially when it involves dangers that could endanger '297' and lives."

Upon hearing this, Tao Xiaomei nodded vigorously, her face beaming with an apologetic smile:

"Yes, yes, I will definitely discuss it with you first from now on, and I won't make you worry anymore."

The two looked at each other for a moment, and the tension between them gradually dissipated, replaced by a tacit understanding and trust.

Nangong Yehua turned around and examined the giant spider's corpse again, his brows furrowed, trying to find any clues in the scene that had been cleaned up almost spotlessly.

"The aura emanating from this spider is indeed extraordinary."

He muttered to himself as he summoned his spiritual energy sensor, carefully scanning every inch of the surrounding space, trying to capture those fleeting, subtle energy fluctuations.

Seeing this, Tao Xiaomei quickly activated her special ability. Her eyes shone with a strange light, as if she could see through the truth hidden beneath the material world.

The two worked in perfect harmony, one on the left and one on the right, to conduct a thorough search of the scene.

As time went by, Nangong Yehua suddenly sensed a faint energy fluctuation coming from beneath the spider's corpse.

He crouched down and carefully brushed aside some pebbles and withered leaves, discovering a hidden crack from which a faint light shone.

"Look! Here!"

He excitedly pointed to the crack and gestured for Tao Xiaomei to come and take a look.

Tao Xiaomei quickly approached, and the two of them worked together to clear away the soil and rocks at the edge of the crack, gradually revealing a narrow passage leading underground.

Deeper into the passage, the aura of the four tails seemed even stronger, with other unknown energy fluctuations faintly mixed in.

"It seems our guess was right. The appearance of this spider, and the secret it holds, are all related to this underground passage."

"Nangong Yehua said in a deep voice, his eyes flashing with determination.

Tao Xiaomei nodded, her eyes also filled with determination:

"No matter how many dangers lie ahead, we must investigate and unravel this mystery."

So, the two exchanged a determined look and resolutely stepped into that unknown underground world.

Nangong Yehua and Tao Xiaomei gripped the weapons in Linglong 712's hands tightly and cautiously stepped into the dark and mysterious underground passage of 57668.

Inside the passage, the faint fluorescent stones emitted a ghostly blue light, barely illuminating their path.

The air around was damp and cold, with the occasional dripping sound echoing in the silent passage, adding to the eeriness.

Nangong Yehua walked ahead, his steps steady and vigilant, constantly using his spiritual energy sensor to detect any movement ahead.

Tao Xiaomei followed closely behind, her bright, alert eyes scanning the surroundings for any potential dangers. The two worked in perfect harmony, one in front and one behind, slowly making their way deeper into the area.

As they continued forward, the passage gradually became narrower and more winding, sometimes requiring them to bend over and lower their heads, and sometimes to squeeze through sideways.

But they did not hesitate or back down in the slightest; they only had a desire for the unknown truth and a deep trust in each other.

Chapter 519 Tao Xiaomei Reveals Her True Form

Suddenly, a deep rumble came from ahead, as if something was being awakened from its slumber.

Nangong Yehua immediately stopped and signaled Tao Xiaomei to stay alert. The two held their breath and listened intently to the approaching sound.

Just then, a powerful energy fluctuation came from ahead, causing the passage to tremble slightly.

Nangong Yehua gripped the hilt of his sword tightly, his eyes blazing, ready to face the impending challenge.

Tao Xiaomei also summoned her special magical artifact, her eyes flashing with determination.

Suddenly, at that moment, the air seemed to freeze, Nangong Yehua's heartbeat accelerated abruptly, and his pupils contracted sharply.

Tao Xiaomei's figure began to distort in the dim blue light, and her body gradually swelled.

Beneath her skin, countless branches seemed to wriggle, and eventually, she completely lost her human form, transforming into a giant tree demon.

With its lush foliage and intertwined roots, it resembles a moving forest, dominating the entire passageway.