"No, you can't wear a mask. Only I can," Zhou Fan said.
"Why?" Zhao Qiu protested.
"Because I'm the leader. If you wear a mask too, how will anyone know which of us is the leader?"
"Or are you planning to usurp me?" Zhou Fan asked.
"Tsk, you caught me. Looks like I'll have to claim the throne after all."
"A black robe is all you're getting."
The Chaos Secret Realm was far more expansive inside than it looked from outside.
Towering ancient trees blotted out the sky, and thick vines coiled around their trunks like giant snakes.
A damp, ancient scent hung in the air. The soil underfoot was soft and wet, leaving deep footprints with each step. Here and there, unfamiliar plants glowed faintly in the shadows.
"Isn't this place way too quiet? There isn't even a bird in sight. Is that normal?" Zhao Qiu couldn't help muttering.
"The Chaos Secret Realm is a breeding ground for mutant beasts. We're outsiders, so there are probably plenty watching us from the shadows. Don't let your guard down," Jiaoxin said.
The moment he finished speaking, the bushes ahead shook violently.
A huge black shadow lunged out with astonishing speed, its bloody maw gaping as it charged straight at Zhao Qiu, who was walking at the front!
"Holy shit!"
Zhao Qiu jumped in fright, then instinctively struck back.
"Gigantification: Fist!"
His fist instantly swelled, and he sent the charging mutant beast flying with a single punch.
It was a black panther covered in scales, third tier, five stars. Zhao Qiu's punch had left it completely dazed.
Still not satisfied, Zhao Qiu rushed over and planted himself on the panther, hammering it with alternating fists.
"Fuck! That's what you get for scaring me! That's what you get!"
He beat the panther into