Facing the tribulation, the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor played dead, but Lin En saw through its trick!

"Boom--"

A wisp of purple cloud suddenly shone brightly in the sky.

Thunderclouds descended with world-destroying power. In the dim world, Lin En and Dugu Bo watched silently from a distance, their faces devoid of any expression.

"Lin En, do you think the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor can successfully transcend its tribulation?"

Looking at the overwhelming lightning tribulation, which seemed to want to completely crush the heretic Purple-Winged Spider Emperor, Dugu Bo couldn't help but ask.

Lin En shrugged. "Who knows? But I think there's a high chance he'll succeed in overcoming the tribulation."

"The Purple-Winged Spider Emperor's origin was already extremely powerful, and its innate bloodline was not weak either. After absorbing a massive amount of essence blood from its own kind, it has a very high chance of successfully transcending its tribulation!"

After hearing this, Dugu Bo's face showed that he completely agreed with his idea.

"No matter what, we'll only know the outcome at the very end. If the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor doesn't die, it will become a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast!"

Dugu Bo spoke with a sigh, a hint of apprehension flashing in his eyes.

Even he, Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast, would have no choice but to flee if he encountered one alone.

Although the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor, having just successfully transcended its tribulation, wouldn't possess particularly strong combat power, what if it were determined to escape?

With its power as a newly promoted Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast, there's absolutely no way they can catch up.

Lin En knew exactly what Dugu Bo was thinking, and smiled slightly:

"Senior Poison, don't worry. Even if the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor successfully transcends its tribulation, it will definitely be severely injured and unable to run fast or fly far."

"The only thing to worry about is his last-ditch effort!"

I have a plan; would you be willing to hear it?

A smile flickered in Lin En's eyes, and the corners of his mouth curled up slightly as he spoke softly.

"Oh, tell me about it..."

A look of curiosity appeared on Dugu Bo's face as he leaned closer to listen.

After some time, Dugu Bo left alone, while Lin En kept an eye on the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor's movements.

Meanwhile, the sudden change in the weather near Sunset Forest quickly became known to the major powers in Heaven Dou City!

Xue Qinghe was at the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect at the moment. When he saw the purple clouds filling the sky in the distance, his expression froze for a moment.

The teacup in her slender hand fell to the ground with a crisp clatter!

Sitting opposite him, Ning Fengzhi noticed his absent-minded expression, frowned, and turned around to follow his gaze.

Upon seeing the purple thunderclouds in the distance, a look of astonishment instantly appeared on his face.

This... this is?!

"Lightning tribulation!"

Xue Qinghe and Ning Fengzhi snapped out of their daze at the same time, looked at each other, and said in unison.

"Teacher, that direction... is Sunset Forest? A Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast is undergoing its tribulation there?"

Xue Qinghe lowered his head slightly, lost in thought.

"That seems to be the case. Judging from this, Sunset Forest is going to be quite lively later. Qinghe, how about we stretch our muscles a bit?"

Ning Fengzhi, and a sly smile appeared on his face.

Xue Qinghe's expression flickered, but she did not refuse. She stood up and cupped her hands in a respectful gesture towards him.

"Since the teacher has invited me, then Qinghe will accompany you!"

"Haha, great!"

"It seems something big might happen today!"

Ning Fengzhi laughed heartily, a knowing smile on his face, regardless of what was said.

The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect always strives to acquire this Blood River Treasure.

Not only the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, but also the Clear Sky Sect and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect received the message.

Upon receiving the message, everyone sprang into action, heading straight for Sunset Forest.

Heaven Dou City.

The Academy Exchange Tournament was in full swing, but it didn't last long before news from Sunset Forest reached their ears, causing a stir among all the colleges.

The exchange competition was temporarily suspended, and each team brought their members straight to Sunset Forest, including those from the Skywater Academy.

Zhu Zhuqing frowned deeply as she watched the purple clouds and lightning in the distance. Lin En hadn't shown up for a long time.

Will he be in Sunset Forest?

Sunset Forest.

The sky continued to explode, and the lightning tribulation continued to strike the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor.

Each time lightning struck, a layer of black light gradually rose from its body, making it look extremely evil.

"It seems that the evil aura it acquired from hunting its own kind ultimately couldn't escape the tribulation of heaven and earth!"

Lin En thought to himself as he watched this scene unfold.

Then, he looked up at the sky, his brows furrowing deeply. The scale of this sight was probably enough to see almost half of Heaven Dou City!

If the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor truly survives the tribulation, and all sorts of forces arrive, how can I possibly obtain its Soul Ring and Soul Bone among so many powerful entities?

Lin En sighed deeply, a sense of unease rising within him.

This is Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast, a true priceless treasure. When everyone gets together, they might end up fighting to the death.

"Forget it, let's take it one step at a time. With Dugu Bo as my backer, even if I can't win, I'll have the strength to retreat!"

Lin En shook his head inwardly, clearing his mind of all distractions, and stared intently at the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor's every move.

Just as he had expected, the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor, though severely injured in the face of the lightning tribulation, still had plenty of strength left.

A layer of hazy, purplish-black liquid appeared all over its body. At the moment of contact with the lightning, this liquid flowed along with the lightning and landed on the ground, weakening the damage caused by the lightning tribulation.

However, even if the lightning tribulation is weakened, it is only to a very limited extent. There is a high probability that even if one survives the tribulation, one will be severely injured.

Fifteen minutes later.

The purple clouds on the horizon gradually diminished, and the thunderclouds slowly dissipated, clearly indicating that the tribulation had ended.

At this moment, the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor, located in the center of the lightning tribulation, looked as if it were dead, with no trace of life.

Lin En did not rush over. Although the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor was charred black, no Soul Ring appeared on its body.

In other words, this cunning old man was actually feigning death to avoid the final aftershocks of the lightning tribulation.

In fact, his move worked; the final blow did not land but slowly disappeared.

"It's over!"

Lin En took a deep breath, his eyes gradually hardening.

What followed was a battle between them to the death.

He had to hunt down the Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast before all the other forces entered the fray!

Seeing that the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor was still feigning death, Lin En sneered and immediately summoned Sagros, preparing to strike first!

"Sagros, Deadly Twin Scythes!"

Lin En pointed at the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor and gave the command in a firm tone.

"Sa--"

Sagros raised his twin scythes high, and a jade blade appeared. The next moment, his figure flashed, and six golden sword wings on his back shone with dazzling light.

Sagros into the air, and two emerald blades slashed out from its scythe, one aimed straight for its head and the other for its chest.

"Boom boom--"

The emerald blade grazed the body of the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor, shattering its purple carapace and revealing distinct cracks.

At the critical moment, the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor dared not play dead any longer and quickly got up to dodge Sagros's powerful attack.

"Oh, finally you're not hiding anymore?"

Lin En smiled mockingly, a hint of sarcasm flashing in his eyes.

"You wretched human, I will devour you completely!"

At this moment, the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor spoke in human language, its face filled with ferocity.

Soul Beast possess considerable wisdom even after ten thousand years, and after evolving to a level of one hundred thousand years, they are even able to speak human language.

"I'm just afraid you can't do it..."

A cold snort slowly drifted over; it wasn't Lin En's voice, but Dugu Bo's.

He appeared calmly beside Lin En, a look of confidence on his face.