Devour

The magnificent Tianquan Temple was filled with silence. Deans Si Bao, Luo Youwei and Qiu Bainian led the temple legion and stood in front of the open-air hall in silence.

The main hall covers a vast area, with the altar in the center high up. There is a lake between it and other hall passages. Neither the stairs nor the ground can be seen going down, and hundreds of corpses of temple disciples are floating on the lake.

The lake formed here is not very deep, so how could so many people die?

Wei You, the eldest senior brother of Tianquan Temple, turned pale and said after a moment of stunned silence: "Master hasn't come back yet, what should I do?"

Qiu Bainian sighed and said, "The ancient god has been born, and catastrophe is coming."

Si Bao took off his eye patch. He was not one-eyed. His right eye was a sacred eye that he had cultivated through the secret art of double pupils. It contained double pupils of different colors that could see through illusions and see everything. He looked at the altar from a distance and saw a small hole on it with a stream gushing out. It was the source of the lake. He asked, "Where does the water come from? Can it be blocked?"

Wei You shook his head and murmured, "Those junior brothers thought they could block the cave entrance, so they ended up like this."

"Let me try."

Luo Youwei didn't believe in evil, so he reached out and took a cup of special mud for filling the gaps, and used his floating duckweed skill to walk on the waves towards the altar. He was the fastest and most agile among the three deans, and his steps on the water were elegant, like a banished immortal who was extraordinary and otherworldly.

At first, the scene was calm, but when you reach the center of the lake, the water suddenly rolls up like a vast ocean with raging waves, making a rumbling sound, like the sound of drums in a valley or thunder in a ravine, with a huge momentum.

Luo Youwei's face changed color with horror, and he displayed his unique martial arts skills, stepped differently and twisted his body, skimming across the waves like surfing, with a nimble figure and graceful movements.

Si Bao and Qiu Bainian watched and secretly praised his good kung fu.

Who knew that before Luo Youwei could stand firm, the waves came like thousands of troops... No, it was really thousands of troops. Some waves looked like magic leopards, some like dragons and crocodiles, and some like scorpions and lions. They actually formed an army of monsters and swarmed towards him.

Luo Youwei fought with it, using the academy's two famous unique skills, Dragon Elephant Palm and Earth Demon Leg Technique. He was agile, punching and kicking, defeating several water beasts, and realized that their fighting power was no less than that of the monster itself.

His floating skills were not enough to stand on the water and exert his full strength, so he could not get close to the altar. He simply threw away the mud in his hands and fought the enemy with all his strength. He was horrified and said, "No wonder so many temple disciples died here. If I fall into the water, it will be even more dangerous."

A bigger wave surged, and the subsequent legion materialized into hundreds of Rakshasa troops, all of whom had bull heads, black skin, red hair and green eyes, four goose-wing knives in their four thick upper arms, and rode on black mist magic leopards. The murderous aura was overwhelming.

This half-human, half-beast monster has extraordinary combat power. The strength of an individual can rival that of any dean, let alone when they attack in groups.

Luo Youwei was immediately caught up in a tough fight. He was flustered and at a loss as to what to do. If he had reacted a little slowly, he would have been hacked to death by the monsters.

Si Bao hurriedly shouted, "Quickly retreat."

Luo Youwei secretly cried out in misery. How could he retreat when he was besieged by the Rakshasa Army? On the ground, he could still escape by relying on his extraordinary Qinggong and swift movement, but now he was on the water.

Just when he was getting anxious, a rope suddenly appeared from nowhere and magically wrapped around Luo Youwei's waist, pulling him up into the air with great force.

Luo Youwei was overjoyed. He used the force of the attack to leap backwards to get rid of the Rakshasas and returned to the hall.

Strangely enough, as soon as people left the lake, the raging waves quickly subsided and the Rakshasa monsters all disappeared.

It was Cheng Bai who made the move, throwing out the Void Rope to rescue Luo Youwei. The new treasure worked exceptionally well, and he put it back into his bag, secretly delighted: "What a good thing, it comes and goes without a trace, and is hard to guard against. It lives up to its name of Void."

Looking at the open-air hall that has become a water town, he thought to himself: "The sealing of the ancient gods here is related to the water system and the way of phantom. The power controlled by each altar is different, and the strength is far higher than any known strong man. It's a world of difference. No wonder Zhuo Zhibang hopes to use the ancient gods to fight the enemy, but how can it be so easy to control them?"

Si Bao said hurriedly: "The water is still rising. Hurry up and seal off the open-air hall. If it floods into the city and spreads everywhere, water beasts will surely become a disaster and bring disaster to the entire Tianquan City."

As the water accumulates more and more, it will eventually overflow the wall. This method can only delay it temporarily, but it is better than being able to do nothing.

"I'm Luo Youwei. Thank you very much, young friend Lei Dao Wang, for your help." Luo Youwei was very grateful for escaping death.

Cheng Bai's name was already well known in the Hunter Academy. This time he helped to get closer to him, so he took the opportunity to ask, "I heard that Dean Luo has a good way to avoid the war on the mainland. Can I ask for your advice?"

Luo Youwei said: "To be honest, not long ago, I met the envoy of the Sun Chaser. We had a heart-to-heart talk and expressed our desire to work together. I learned that the Sun Chaser is not interested in the Qiongqi Continent. As long as they meet some of their conditions, they can pass through and live in peace with the various tribes on the continent."

Messenger? Could it be those diamond people?

Cheng Bai asked: "What are the conditions?"

Luo Youwei hesitated for a moment and said, "Sun Chaser wants the source of the divine fire of Qiongqi Continent."

Upon hearing this, Cheng Bai said, "The Divine Fire Source is so precious that people on the mainland are eager to get it. The requirements for Sun Chaser are not low."

Luo Youwei said: "It is precisely because it is something that cannot be obtained and is illusory, that it is okay to agree to it."

Lu Miaoting said hurriedly, "The Weapon Sect and the Medicine Sect both have divine fire sources, so aren't they also among the targets?"

Cheng Bai thought: "Miao Ting's spiritual awareness has improved, and her considerations have become more thoughtful."

Luo Youwei explained: "That's not the case. According to what the messenger said, the Sun Chaser only wants the ancient god's divine fire source, not the mainland sect's divine fire source."

Qiu Bainian continued, "Someone has invaded this place and released the ancient gods to harm the world. Isn't this an enemy of the entire continent? The ancient gods are carrying spiritual objects that have nothing to do with us. Now it seems that the Sun Chaser can be of great help."

Luo Youwei said frankly: "The Sun Chaser's envoy is staying at the academy, and we will treat him with courtesy. If Thunder Blade King has any questions, I can introduce him to him."

Cheng Bai bowed and said, "Thank you very much, three seniors."

Since they had welcomed him into their home, they naturally wanted to see him firsthand. It would be best to get to know him in person. The two followed the three deans back to the Hunter Academy and came to the VIP browsing room of the library.

Luo Youwei was respectful and went in to report in person. After a while, he came out and said, "My dear Cheng, the envoy is approachable and agrees to see you."

Cheng Bai asked Lu Miaoting to wait outside the door and slowly walked into the spacious and bright hall. There was no one around, and there were large desks, neatly arranged bookshelves, and numerous books. The air was filled with a strong fragrance of books and an ancient atmosphere.

Only the Sun Chaser's messenger sat alone at the largest desk in the center, reading a book leisurely. Compared with the previous diamond man, he was taller, still shiny and crystal clear, but the color was blue.

Taking into consideration the presence of some distinguished readers of sub-giant size, the academy specially made this large table with fine iron birch, which barely matches their sturdy physique.

The Blue Diamond man looked up at Cheng Bai and said leisurely, "We meet again. Your progress is faster than mine. I have seen such a person many years ago."

It is equivalent to admitting that the diamond man seen for so long is the same person... no, controlled by the same person.

Cheng Bai came to sit across from it and asked curiously, "Who is that person?"

"Maybe he's dead, so let's not talk about it." The Blue Diamond Man raised his head, a strange smile appeared on his bright face, and he closed the book in his hand and put it aside.

Cheng Bai glanced at the book, which was called "Miscellaneous Records of Rare Spiritual Objects in Qiongqi Continent", and said, "Are you the Sun Chaser? You have so many clones scouting and exploring everywhere. Are you trying to understand the details of Qiongqi Continent?"

The Blue Diamond Man did not deny it and said calmly, "The creatures on this continent are colorful and much more powerful than I expected. There are many rare things worth seeing."

Cheng Bai looked at its diamond-like body and said bluntly: "Your puppet clone is an outstanding result of refining equipment. The material is some kind of high-grade carbon. Starting from the initial white stone carbon, the strength is gradually increased to the point where it overwhelms the general strength of the continent. This is not like a peace envoy."

After practicing in Qi Zong, Cheng Bai was able to identify a variety of materials. The black one was obsidian carbon, the green and blue ones were Qinggui carbon, and all kinds of carbon materials were upgraded and evolved from diamonds. They were made of microscopic structures invisible to the naked eye, and the crystals were linked layer by layer to reorganize them. They were more uniform and stronger than natural diamonds, and they could also be engraved with different runes and prohibitions to achieve different effects.

The Weapon Master can also refine these materials. The higher the level, the higher the difficulty. However, he still cannot create a perfect creature like the Diamond Man that is similar to a life form.

The Blue Diamond said with a smile, "Your Excellency is quite accomplished in the art of refining weapons. This is necessary for the peace talks. If we cannot crush the masters here, how can the three deans be respectful and have friendly diplomacy? Strength is the capital for negotiating terms."

Cheng Bai couldn't deny this, and asked, "What is the purpose of the Sun Chaser?"

"Qiongqi Continent is located between Yingmen Star Region and Shuidong Star Region. It is a place that the army must pass through. We need to pass through your land. That's all. I heard that you have been harmed by the ancient gods. I will eliminate one or two of them for the continent. If you can get the source of the divine fire, you can return to the Sun Chaser."

The Blue Diamond people talked about it as if it was just a trivial matter. What they said was reasonable and posed no threat to the mainland and was actually very helpful.

Cheng Bai asked: "What use is the divine fire source to the Sun Chaser?"

The Blue Diamond said casually: "The five elements of heaven and earth are all useful to cultivators. The divine fire source is especially important to the Sun Chaser. Otherwise, how can we call ourselves 'Sun Chasers'? If we cooperate seamlessly, both of us will benefit a lot."

This answer was as if nothing had been said.

Cheng Bai thought about it, took the tea prepared for the guests on the table, poured a cup, and suddenly poured it at the blue diamond man. The water quickly rolled and condensed into a ball, and the speed became faster and faster, rushing forward fiercely.

The Blue Diamond Man pointed at the water ball and froze it into an ice ball before it touched it. It solidified and floated in the air for less than half a breath before changing its shape to become an ice sword, with the tip of the sword pointing straight at white and piercing back at an even faster speed.

Cheng Bai fired a sniper bullet with a flick of his finger, which collided with the ice sword and exploded with a loud bang. Ice chips flew everywhere, and each fragment was as sharp as a blade. The violent fluctuations could not hurt the two people, but it split the large iron birch table, which was as strong as cast iron, into two.

The Blue Diamond Man gently stroked the tabletop, freezing it into an ice table before it collapsed, keeping it intact and standing still. He chuckled and said, "You are able to shatter my Ice Soul Sword. Your secret arts skills are outstanding in the Qiongqi Continent, and your magic power is extraordinary. I admire you."

Cheng Bai tested his cultivation and found that he had a slight advantage, but he could tell that he had no intention of admiring it and even looked down on it, so he asked, "Based on your strength, what level do you hold in the Sun Chaser Legion?"

The Blue Diamond Man said casually, "This body is just a chess piece. There are more than a million soldiers of similar level."

With so many troops, how could Qiongqi Continent resist? Cheng Bai smiled and said, "In that case, we have no other choice."

The Blue Diamond said calmly, "Cooperation is the best option. Now the ancient gods are emerging from cities one after another. The destructive power is so great that casualties are piled up one after another. You should worry about this matter and care about the people's livelihood."

Cheng Bai said politely: "Thank you for your advice."

The Blue Diamond man had diverted the attack with a few words. Cheng Bai's heart was beating wildly. He suddenly thought, "Then the next city must be Yuheng City. I must tell Master Shi as soon as possible. If there is an invasion by foreign enemies, I can help resist them."

He could no longer sit still, so he quickly left, said goodbye to the three deans, and took Lu Miaoting away from the Hunter Academy.

Lu Miaoting was secretly delighted: "He always holds my hand. Is he doing it on purpose?"

After being teleported to Yuheng City, Cheng Bai rode Xiaobai straight to the Yuheng Temple. Lu Miaoting sat behind him and blew gently into his ears.

Cheng Bai was stunned and asked, "What are you doing?"

Lu Miaoting giggled and said, "This is the first time I sit behind you. I want to remind you of my existence."

Cheng Bai remembered that he always let her sit in the front before, but was there any difference? He coaxed her, "If you see a suitable monster, I'll help you get a mount."

Lu Miaoting raised her little head and thought for a moment before saying, "Well, it would be best if it was someone as cute and obedient as Xiaobai."

Cheng Bai smiled and said, "Xiao Bai is not only well-behaved and obedient, but also getting smarter and smarter. Maybe he will soon awaken his spiritual wisdom."

Arriving at Yuheng Holy Temple, everything was fine. Geng Ci was in charge of affairs. After seeing Cheng Bai, he exchanged a few words and said, "Master has been in seclusion for a month since returning from the ancient battlefield. I haven't seen him practice for such a long time in a long time."

Cheng Bai asked, "Master, have you made any progress in your cultivation?"

Geng Ci nodded and said, "It's rare that you have been in seclusion for such a long time this time, there must be great progress."

Suddenly, a voice from the inner hall was heard: "Is Cheng Bai here? Ask him to meet me at Shangxin Pavilion."

Shi Ziyu actually noticed Cheng Bai's arrival from afar and came out on his own initiative.

The scenery of the octagonal pavilion beside the garden pond remained the same, but the owner was no longer the same. After more than a month of not seeing him, Shi Ziyu successfully entered the realm of heaven.

The Lord of Yuheng Palace was surprised to see Cheng Bai and said, "Your cultivation level has improved rapidly, and you are catching up with Hei Long. Your speed is unheard of. Maybe we can compete with each other on the day of the battle."

Cheng Bai performed the disciple's ceremony, presented a large bag of dendrobium to his master to make tea, and said frankly: "A few days ago in Tianshu City, I had a battle with Black Dragon. Both sides were injured, and he has retreated."

Shi Ziyu pondered for a moment and said, "It has only been more than two months, and it is far beyond my expectations. You may really be able to grow into a perfect gluttonous body."