Luring the Blazing Flame Python Away Alone

The Xiao Clan party had reached the outskirts of the Magic Beast Mountain Range. Xiao Zhan looked around and said in a deep voice, "Everyone, stay alert. We will be passing alongside this Magic Beast Mountain Range for some distance, circling around its outskirts. Ordinary Magic Beasts may attack us along the way, so keep your weapons ready and watch yourselves."

Xiao Zhan's voice echoed through the party, every word filled with gravity and warning.

He swept his gaze around, his eyes sharp as an eagle's, as though he could see through the mist-shrouded Magic Beast Mountain Range and foresee the dangers within.

The members of the party immediately sprang into action. They gripped their weapons tightly, their expressions resolute as they prepared for any sudden situation.

Xiao Zhan carefully checked the party's equipment and condition once more, making sure everyone was ready. He nodded, signaling that they could set out.

The party moved forward slowly, everyone maintaining the utmost vigilance. They cautiously skirted the outskirts of the Magic Beast Mountain Range, trying to avoid drawing unnecessary attention.

However, just as Xiao Zhan had predicted, they soon encountered their first Magic Beast attack.

A ferocious Magic Beast leaped out of the grass and launched an attack on the party. Xiao Zhan reacted swiftly, clenching his fist as a faint azure aura covered it. His fist crashed down upon the beast like thunder, killing it instantly and sending it sprawling to the ground.

His gaze was firm and cold, as though he had long grown accustomed to such life-and-death struggles.

One or two Magic Beasts occasionally appeared along the road, but most were killed by the Xiao Clan guards. During the journey that followed, they encountered several more Magic Beast attacks.

Yet each time, they successfully drove back the Magic Beasts through excellent teamwork and formidable combat strength.

Just as Xiao Yao thought they were about to leave the outskirts of the Magic Beast Mountain Range, and when no Magic Beast was launching a surprise attack, a peak second-tier Crimson Flame Bear emerged from the forest.

The peak second-tier Crimson Flame Bear was massive, its entire body blazing with scorching flames. Its appearance instantly turned the previously calm atmosphere tense.

Xiao Zhan quickly directed the party to take up defensive positions. He had the archers prepare for ranged attacks while the close-combat fighters readied themselves to charge at any moment. Xiao Zhan circulated his azure battle qi, preparing for the sudden assault.

The Crimson Flame Bear let out a deafening roar. Its eyes flashed with savage light as it stared fixedly at the Xiao Clan party.

Then it suddenly charged toward the nearest archer. The archer immediately retreated and fired an arrow at the same time.

The arrow tore through the air and struck the Crimson Flame Bear's shoulder accurately, but it did not cause the Blazing Flame Bear much harm.

The Blazing Flame Bear roared furiously and swiped a claw at the archer. Fortunately, the archer reacted quickly and dodged the attack.

Seeing this, Xiao Zhan immediately covered his fist with battle qi and struck the Crimson Flame Bear squarely in the back. The bear was knocked forward by the sudden blow and crashed to the ground.

Just as Xiao Zhan was about to press his advantage, a powerful sense of danger suddenly surged over him. Turning around, he saw a massive peak second-tier Magic Beast—the Blazing Flame Python—silently approaching them.

Everyone cried out in alarm, "Look! A peak second-tier Magic Beast, the Blazing Flame Python! What... what do we do? The clan head is tied down by the Crimson Flame Bear and can't get away to deal with this Magic Beast!"

This Blazing Flame Python was covered in flame-like scales, and its eyes glimmered with an eerie, cold light. Clearly, it was an exceptionally dangerous Magic Beast.

Seeing the situation, Xiao Yao could only lure it away himself. He turned to Xun'er and said quietly, "Xun'er, go to Xiao Yan. It'll be safer there. I'll lure this Magic Beast away."

After hearing Xiao Yao's words, worry and reluctance flashed through Xun'er's eyes. She knew Xiao Yao was fairly strong, but luring away this Magic Beast was still extremely dangerous.

Xun'er said anxiously, "Be careful, Brother Xiao Yao." After speaking, she ran toward Xiao Yan in the center of the crowd.

Xiao Yao watched Xun'er's departing figure, then looked at the Blazing Flame Python and took a deep breath. It was his first time facing a Magic Beast, so he could not help feeling a little nervous.

At that moment, the Blazing Flame Python spotted Xiao Yao standing not far from the crowd. Perhaps it thought a lone Xiao Yao would be easier to deal with. It opened its gaping maw and lunged toward him.

Xiao Yao immediately used the Traveling Secret to dodge with ease, appearing behind it. Seizing the opportunity, he covered his right foot with battle qi and kicked at the Blazing Flame Python's tail. The python was sent flying by Xiao Yao's sudden attack and crashed into a large tree.

Xiao Yao shouted, "Father, deal with the Crimson Flame Bear first, then come find me. I'll lure this Blazing Flame Python away first."

"Yao'er, do not force yourself. Watch your safety. Your father will finish this Magic Beast soon and come find you."

At that moment, the Blazing Flame Python shot out again. Anyone looking closely would have noticed a deep wound on its tail.

The Blazing Flame Python's eyes revealed a vicious gleam as it stared tightly at Xiao Yao and lunged at him once more. Xiao Yao continuously shifted positions with the Traveling Secret while drawing it farther away.

Xiao Yao stood on the branch of a large tree, looking down at the Blazing Flame Python. It seemed he was already far away from the Xiao Clan party. A smile appeared in his heart as he thought, It's time to show my true strength. Do you really think I can't defeat a Magic Beast that hasn't even reached the third tier?

Xiao Yao immediately released his cultivation, instantly reaching one-star Battle Master. Just as he was about to counterattack, Xun'er suddenly ran over.

Xun'er's sudden appearance caught Xiao Yao off guard. He had not expected her to appear here at such a time.

At that moment, the Blazing Flame Python also noticed someone behind it. It opened its gaping maw and charged fiercely toward Xun'er.

Xun'er screamed in terror. She had not expected to become the Blazing Flame Python's target. Xiao Yao panicked at once, knowing he had to make a decision quickly, or Xun'er would be in danger.

Xiao Yao quickly jumped down from the tree. His figure streaked through the air, and he landed beside Xun'er just as the Blazing Flame Python rushed before them.

Xiao Yao pulled Xun'er behind him, then swiftly turned to face the Blazing Flame Python. Battle qi covered his body, forming a golden battle qi gauze robe.

It opened its gaping maw and bit down at Xiao Yao.

Xun'er opened her eyes and saw the Blazing Flame Python biting tightly into Brother Xiao Yao's shoulder. Tears streamed uncontrollably down her face as her trembling hand clutched his clothes. She choked out, "Brother Xiao Yao... are you... alright?"

Xiao Yao looked at the Blazing Flame Python clamped tightly onto his shoulder, his brows furrowing. He covered both hands with battle qi, grabbed its two fangs, and wrenched them apart with all his strength. With a sharp crack, the Blazing Flame Python's fangs were forcibly snapped off.

The Blazing Flame Python howled in pain and released Xiao Yao's shoulder. Xiao Yao immediately gathered all the battle qi in his body and threw a fierce punch at its head, sending it flying.

Xiao Yao took the chance to retreat several steps, widening the distance between himself and the Blazing Flame Python. He panted heavily and looked at the python's blood still staining his shoulder, rejoicing inwardly. This Human Physique is truly strong. Even the Blazing Flame Python couldn't bite through me.

Seeing that Brother Xiao Yao had successfully escaped the Blazing Flame Python's bite, Xun'er finally relaxed. She gently touched his shoulder and asked with concern, "Brother Xiao Yao, are you alright? Are you hurt?"

Xiao Yao shook his head and smiled reassuringly at Xun'er. "Don't worry, I'm fine. But that beast dared to attack you. That makes me very angry."

Seeing the Blazing Flame Python begin to move again, Xiao Yao quickly placed Xun'er on a branch high up in a towering tree. He said softly, "Xun'er, stay here and watch. Once I kill it, I'll come take you back."

Xun'er looked at Xiao Yao's tall back and murmured inwardly, Brother Xiao Yao, if anyone ever harms you, Xun'er will stand up to protect you! Even if you one day stand above the clouds, Xun'er will always remain by your side and protect you!