She was still somewhat lacking in strength when it came to facing a host of Heavenly Demons—and even mighty experts of the Heavenly Human Realm.
This was a realm that edged one step at a time toward Emperor Grade. Each time one passed through a tribulation, it brought a complete transformation. It was truly a realm of ascending to heaven.
"We're here."
Moren stopped before a secluded valley. From within came a fierce roar every so often.
Standing outside the valley, Shi Lan could already sense waves of searing blood energy.
"This vicious beast lair has been entrenched here for over a century. In recent years, for some unknown reason, the beasts within have grown stronger and stronger."
Moren's face was full of worry.
"My people have suffered heavy casualties. If the Rune Tower didn't still have a rune cannon, I'm afraid we wouldn't even have been able to hold on to the city."
Most low-level vicious beasts in the Qiong Luo Realm lacked intelligence, driven only by the instinctive desire to kill. There was no way to communicate with them.
High-level vicious beasts, though no less intelligent than the Hundred Races, were entirely unwilling to coexist with them. They were either causing trouble or on their way to cause trouble.
Shi Lan released her divine sense and swept it across the entire lair, getting a general idea of the situation.
"Just wait here."
She spoke casually, then stepped into the secluded valley. Behind her, Moren called out softly:
"Vicious beasts are savage. Please be careful."
This vicious beast lair covered a fairly large area, but from her earlier sweep with divine sense, Shi Lan had found no beasts capable of threatening her.
Still, she didn't let her guard down. Until rune power was activated, it was hard to