Fang Wang looked up and was stunned by the Black Flood Dragon perched on the giant tree. Though it had only two claws, its size and bearing made it undoubtedly the strongest demon beast he had ever seen.
Little Purple said in an envious tone, "It's about to transform into a flood dragon."
Fang Wang sensed its demonic aura. Though astonishing, it had not reached the point of making him fear it from afar.
Having just broken through to the Spirit Pill Realm, he also needed a battle to test his strength.
Meanwhile, beneath a distant tree, Gu Li tried to rise but Xu Tianjiao pressed a hand onto her shoulder.
"Don't act rashly. Ninety percent of my spiritual power has already been spent. Once the formation is lifted, it will be difficult to hide again. Since he was able to fight his way here alone, perhaps he is quite capable. We should wait and see, then find a chance to save him."
Xu Tianjiao spoke in a low voice, disappointment filling her eyes.
She had not waited for her elder brother. She had heard of Fang Wang's deeds. This boy's talent was indeed monstrous, and his growth was even more exaggerated than her brother's had been. Yet he had cultivated for only a little over three years. Defeating Xu Lang at the ninth level of the Spirit Pill Realm had likely already taken everything he had. How could he possibly defeat this Demon King?
She herself was at the first level of the Mysterious Heart Realm, yet she had nearly died facing the Demon King.
Recalling how she had escaped danger earlier, lingering fear still gripped her heart. Now they were trapped here with no way out and could only wait for rescue. She appeared calm, but inside, her