Such a Thing?

"At the very least, he was an expert who had mastered sword intent. No, perhaps even stronger."

The two exchanged glances, each seeing the shock in the other's eyes.

They had once believed themselves to stand at the pinnacle of the younger generation, but now they understood just how terrifying true experts could be.

"Watch out!"

Ling Xiao suddenly shouted, grabbing Gu Sheng and rapidly retreating.

Almost at the same moment, a black shadow pounced from the forest. Its claws swept through where Gu Sheng had been standing moments ago, gouging three deep trenches into the ground.

"Roar—"

A massive pitch-black tiger appeared before them.

Ling Xiao narrowed his eyes and examined the entirely black tiger before him.

The Ink Abyss Tiger stood nearly thirty feet tall. Strange dark patterns flowed across its black fur, while its amber vertical pupils fixed themselves on the two of them. A low growl rumbled from its throat.

"Earth Palace Peak. Its aura is somewhat stronger than that of ordinary demonic beasts."

Ling Xiao curled his lip, his tone carrying a trace of disdain.

Gu Sheng, standing beside him, nodded slightly.

"It is comparable to a core disciple. Even core disciples of the same realm might not be able to defeat it."

The Spiritual Power of Profound Nether Sacred Mountain was so dense it had nearly solidified, forming a faint mist throughout the forest.

Feeling the Spiritual Power within him become more active, Gu Sheng nodded in satisfaction.

The cultivation environment truly was excellent. No wonder it could nurture such powerful demonic beasts.

"Do you want it, or should I?"

Ling Xiao yawned, clearly unable to muster any interest in a demonic beast at Earth Palace Peak.

A faint smile rose at the corner of Gu Sheng's lips.

"Perfect. I can test the martial