Chapter 78

Two figures burst back in the surging black mist; Protector Xuan's eyes trembled. Damn Yao Chen, even dead he's still this formidable, with the Bone Spirit Cold Fire's support, he's simply no match.

Seeing Protector Xuan's shrinking gaze, Yao Lao understood; this guy was preparing to flee, and he immediately struck forward—today he absolutely cannot let this guy escape!

The chains and iron ruler were locked in a stalemate; Protector Xuan gritted his teeth, his body scorched by the cold white flames that had surged over.

Yao Lao's expression turned solemn; this Hall of Souls guy is indeed tough to handle—today it's likely impossible to keep him.

The next moment, Yao Lao felt something odd in his sleeve.

A flash of colored light passed, and the seven-colored heaven-swallowing python surged forth; its originally petite body began to grow, wrapped in gorgeous douqi ribbons, and a robe of rosy clouds appeared.

Inside his body, Xiao Yan's soul stared blankly at that cheek so close; this face, which could be called bewitchingly beautiful, was like a heavenly masterpiece—even with those clear eyes holding killing intent, it still possessed an irresistible bewitching charm.

"Queen Medusa!"

Xiao Yan exclaimed in surprise; Yao Lao was somewhat bewildered, not understanding why Medusa would appear at this time.

"Xiao Yan, right? I'll help you kill him, and your favor for my transformation will be repaid!"

Having said that, Medusa transformed into a piercing rainbow that spanned heaven and earth, thrusting straight at Protector Xuan.

"Another Fighting Sect cultivator!" Protector Xuan exclaimed in alarm, just about to flee when he saw Yao Lao's mouth curl into a strange smile.

With both hands he formed a stark-white fire seal, merging azure fire powder within; using the power of two different heavenly fires, he constructed a prison that locked Protector Xuan inside.

The next moment, the seven-colored rainbow pierced Protector Xuan's chest, and a heart appeared in Medusa's hand.

Medusa's face showed disgust; fortunately the douqi barrier prevented her from wanting to wash her hands a thousand times.

Han Feng, who had fallen to the ground and not yet recovered, could only watch helplessly as Protector Xuan was slain; he could barely maintain his stance, and although Yao Lao had held back, the Fighting Sect–level power easily knocked him into severe injury.

"Old thing, you won't give me the Burning Art, yet you secretly found a body to cultivate in secret and even subdued two heavenly fires!" Han Feng flew into a rage, feeling he had been deceived.

"Han Feng."

A faint voice came from behind Han Feng, devoid of any emotion.

Han Feng shuddered in shock, turned his head sharply, but the movement tugged at his wounds, making him grit his teeth in pain.

Behind him, Xiao Li calmly pulled the Thunder Scale Spear from Ban Lao's corpse, saying, "Surrender and be captured."

Having said that, Han Feng felt as if all his strength had been drained, yet he was unwilling: "Xiao Li, I'll refine Fighting Spirit Pills for you, let me go—how about that?"

Xiao Li shrugged, merely pressing the Thunder Scale Spear against Han Feng's throat: "Behave yourself and wait for Yao Lao's disposition."

Han Feng's face was ashen; he had wanted to smash his head against Xiao Li's spear, but he simply lacked the courage.

Collapsed in defeat on the ground, Xiao Yan also fell to the floor; Yao Lao had now returned to the Bone Flame Ring, and the battle with Protector Xuan had left his soul power greatly fatigued, consuming much.

Protector Xuan's corpse was also taken by Xiao Yan into his storage ring, to be used later when Yao Lao refines a body.

Xiao Li handed over several herbs for restoring the soul; these were what he had deliberately sought during this period, and though their grade was low, they should suffice to replenish Yao Lao's consumption.

Xiao Yan gratefully accepted the herbs, then looked at Han Feng lying on the ground and said in a low voice, "The teacher said to spare his life; there are things we need to ask him."

Han Feng's eyes regained their luster: "Teacher? You!"

Before he could finish speaking, Xiao Li ruthlessly struck his palm onto Han Feng's dantian, ruining his cultivation.

Intense pain struck, and Han Feng fainted; Xiao Li then cooperated with Xiao Yan to separate the Sea Heart Flame, relying on the special container left by Yao Lao, which could preserve it for a time.

Xiao Li had planned this all along—the earlier the Sea Heart Flame is absorbed, the greater the assistance; it was originally meant for his younger brother, and he couldn't let the Hall of Souls take it.

The heavenly fire had been severed, already severely damaging Han Feng's soul, but Xiao Li showed no intention of stopping; he violently ripped off Han Feng's storage ring and handed it to Xiao Yan.

"Since Yao Lao made the move, you take this; we'll just take the resources from his base."

Xiao Yan nodded, not refusing; those around had no objections, having seen the scene of the opponent stepping through the void, and nobody would dare question Xiao Yan.

Others would also get what they wanted, relying on Yao Lao's pill-refining skill; once he recovers, likely within a month they could refine nine Fighting Spirit Pills.

Xiao Li didn't need Yao Lao to refine it for him; earlier, Elder Qianbai'er had already snatched one back for him, though this one could be given to others, after all Yao Lao's refining is still better.

With everything concluded, others went to verify the enemy numbers; for the remaining core disciples not at the base, Xiao Li sent people to hunt them down, to prevent a few diehards seeking revenge for Han Feng from appearing.

Inside the house, Xiao Li, Xiao Yan, and Medusa sat facing each other, feeling the somewhat unfriendly awkward atmosphere; Xiao Li gave a light cough.

"I still need to inventory Han Feng's hoard; I'll head out first, you two chat,"

Xiao Yan despondently watched Xiao Li's retreating back; as the door was gently closed by Xiao Li, an embarrassed smile uncontrollably appeared on his face.

"Hehe, that…"

"You heh heh what nonsense, I've already repaid your favor." Medusa rolled her eyes and said coldly.

"Yes, yes." Xiao Yan repeatedly agreed, not daring to provoke this beautiful snake woman.

But immediately after, Medusa's pretty face was shrouded in frost: "In that secret chamber, you saw me naked and even… touched me; I want you to give me an explanation!"

Xiao Yan dared not speak: "But… but you clearly said it was hot."

"Then you wouldn't run, would you!" Medusa said, holding back her anger.

"I still need to control the flames, I dare not move; it was you who pressed… up against me…" Xiao Yan said, subtly shifting his buttocks to the side.

Medusa finally could no longer hold back her anger, kicking Xiao Yan out the door with one foot.

"I need to recover a bit; remember to come pick me up tomorrow."

Medusa gave a cold snort; she had just awakened, and although this time, thanks to Xiao Yan's control of the Qing Lotus Earth Core Fire, the damage was minor, she still couldn't maintain her human form for long.

Especially since she had just overextended herself to slay Protector Xuan, which further drained her greatly.

Following her inner reliance on Xiao Yan, Medusa still decided to follow him.

No, she was only staying with him for safety, to find a slave for her magic beast's demented state.

Exactly, that's it!

But when she heard the response from outside the door, her movement paused for a moment; the chill on her pretty face quietly faded, and a hint of crimson appeared.

"Damn it…"

(End of chapter)