Chapter 41: Cloud-Piercing Demonic Ape
Translator: Krukist
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After stepping into the Ancient Land of Fallen Gods, Wang Feng immediately felt his body sink. Gravity, several times stronger than the outside world, suddenly pressed down on him. Even Wang Feng, a peak Profound Sovereign Realm expert, was momentarily unaccustomed to this level of pressure!
Behind him, Ling Feiwu, Mu Yunfei, and even Li Tianxin felt the discomfort as well. Although Li Tianxin was once a top disciple of the Heaven Heart Sect, this was her first time experiencing the Ancient Land of Fallen Gods!
Among the group, the only one who remained calm was Li Hei. As a reincarnated peak Profound Emperor Realm expert, he had witnessed countless scenes. This mere gravity, even hundreds of times stronger, was nothing to him!
However, Li Hei was not completely indifferent. A solemn expression crossed his face. As a reincarnated peak Profound Emperor Realm expert, he could sense the extraordinary nature of the Ancient Land of Fallen Gods even more acutely than Wang Feng. A faint pressure enveloped the entire area, which was not strong enough to intimidate cultivators at the Spirit Connection Realm, but the ancient and noble will it possessed shook even Li Hei.
The further they ventured, the more intensely this pressure seemed to grow around them.
Wang Feng, unaware of Li Hei's unusual state, led the group towards the Demon Sealing Land. Although he had never been to this place, the Demon Sealing Token provided guidance, ensuring they wouldn't get lost in this vast land.
After nearly an hour of walking, they arrived outside the Demon Sealing Land. Before them unfolded a vast, immeasurable forest. However, the trees were entirely different from the lush green trees outside!
These trees were pitch-black and bizarrely grew upside down, with their roots exposed to the void while their branches and leaves were buried in the ground.
This strange forest weighed heavy on Wang Feng's heart. He cautioned softly, "Be careful, everyone. Do not stray from my side!"
As a peak Profound Sovereign Realm expert, Wang Feng sensed a mysterious aura permeating this forest. It filled him with a sense of trepidation, compelling him to remain vigilant.
Hearing Wang Feng's warning, Ling Feiwu and the others also became serious, channeling their energy and forming a protective circle around him.
Without hesitation, Wang Feng and the others stepped into the surreal forest. Despite its peculiar atmosphere, Wang Feng felt emboldened.
The forest was void of anything other than the strange trees. But as they ventured further in, Wang Feng noticed something extraordinary. The Profound Qi of heaven and earth seemed more active here. In just a few breaths, he absorbed more Profound Qi than he would have in an hour of normal cultivation. This revelation narrowed his eyes in intrigue.
Logically, the Ancient Land of Fallen Gods shouldn't harbor such active Profound Qi—it was almost like a blessed land, a natural treasure. What secrets lay buried within its depths?
Ling Feiwu and the others were equally stunned, visibly taken by the allure of the abundant Profound Qi surrounding them.
Roar!
Just as they were captivated, a huge roar shattered the tranquility. Waves of sound rippled through the void, causing their ears to buzz and their hearts to race. Wang Feng felt the ground tremble beneath them, and the forest echoed with the crashing of toppled trees mingled with the ferocious roar.
Narrowing his eyes, Wang Feng felt a powerful aura approaching rapidly—one that belonged to a creature at the peak Sovereign Realm.
"It should be an infected demonic beast, roughing at the peak Sovereign Realm. Who among you will take it on?" Wang Feng inquired, glancing at Ling Feiwu and the others.
He sensed that the roar was unlike ordinary beasts—they possessed a savagery fueled by primal instincts—without any intelligence, rendering them truly dangerous. While he wanted to gauge their abilities, he would step in only if they genuinely struggled.
Li Tianxin was taken aback. She stared blankly at Wang Feng; a peak Sovereign Realm beast was no small matter! Did the Sect Master truly have that much confidence in his disciples?
Mu Yunfei, eager to prove himself, stepped forward with a glimmer in his eye. "I'll go!" The fighting spirit radiated from him.
Before joining the Divine Immortal Sect, he would have faltered against such a powerful opponent. But now that his cultivation had reached the Sovereign Realm Mid Stage, supplemented by the swordsmanship learned from his mentor, Ximen Chuixue, he felt ready for anything.
Wang Feng nodded, his interest piqued. He wanted to see how much Mu Yunfei had grown under Ximen Chuixue's tutorage.
Beside them, Li Tianxin rolled her eyes, bemused. It felt as if both Sect Master and Senior Brother Mu regarded the peak Sovereign Realm beast as merely an ordinary creature to be toyed with!
Boom! Boom!
Suddenly, the beast revealed itself, casting a shadow that darkened their surroundings. Wang Feng and his companions felt an unfeeling gaze land on them as they looked up to finally observe the ferocious creature.
It was a tall and brutish ape, its body cloaked in dense black fur, resembling steel needles that glinted menacingly. The muscles rippling across its massive frame radiated explosive power, a creature of sheer might.
This was a Cloud-Piercing Demonic Ape, one infected by demonic Qi, carrying the bloodline of the ancient divine beast, the Cloud-Piercing Ape. Regrettably, it had devolved into a savage beast devoid of intelligence.
Bang!
In an instant, the feral Cloud-Piercing Demonic Ape charged violently, unleashing a punch that sent a sonic boom through the air. A powerful force radiated outwards, impacting the void with furious energy.
"Well done!" Mu Yunfei exclaimed, laughter ringing in his voice. Without a hint of fear, his spirit ignited, and a slender, sharp sword manifested in his grasp.
With determination, he met the oncoming blow. The power surged within him, and the long sword trembled in his hand, glimmering ominously. A powerful sword intent radiated from his being.
To Ling Feiwu and Li Tianxin, Mu Yunfei was transforming into a peerless divine sword, radiating indomitable sharpness!
However, Wang Feng observed cautiously. Although Mu Yunfei seemed imposing, he noted too many flaws in his technique. There were times where he could have delivered a clean, crisp strike but instead took unnecessary time to pose.
He still required more tempering! Wang Feng sighed inwardly, recalling the efficiency of Ximen Chuixue and others in battle.
Unaware of Wang Feng's internal criticism, Mu Yunfei focused entirely on evading the Cloud-Piercing Demonic Ape's punch. As the beast's massive fist hurtled toward him, he deftly slipped to its side.
With determination, Mu Yunfei thrust forward with his long sword, a chilling light emitting from its blade, carving cracks into the very fabric of space.
Boom!
Though Mu Yunfei was swift in his counterattack, the ferocity of the Cloud-Piercing Demonic Ape should not be underestimated. Unintelligent it may be, but its combat instincts were acute—much sharper than typical demonic beasts.
The intricately sharp sword strike met the Cloud-Piercing Demonic Ape's enormous claws, which successfully intercepted the thrust. Although the sharp blade wounded the beast's palm, it was a mere scratch to the savage creature.
"Roar!"
Incensed, the Cloud-Piercing Demonic Ape's crimson eyes flared, and it bellowed to the sky, asserting its dominance.
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