The illusory image's two arms reached out and grabbed the Red-Scaled Python's massive tail. Its terrifying strength surpassed even that of the Red-Scaled Python, actually lifting the Red-Scaled Python's body up. Surrounded by three other Red-Scaled Python, Xiao Yan Xiao Yan managed to lift the giant beast in his arms, immediately drawing everyone's attention to him.
"Whoosh!"
A commotion instantly rose in the crowd. The faces that had been anxiously and cautiously moving around now showed expressions of shock. Even the three middle-aged men, panting, stared at Xiao Yan with incredulous eyes.
"This guy..."
Who exactly is he?
"What terrifying power!"
The three middle-aged men wore expressions of surprise, delight, and relief.
They were both surprised by Xiao Yan's terrifying power and delighted that he had eliminated one of their opponents. They were even more relieved that the three of them hadn't attacked Xiao Yan earlier; otherwise, their current situation would be quite different.
Losing such a formidable teammate would have been a devastating blow, but thankfully, they didn't do anything foolish.
"Laugh..."
Within Xiao Yan's "embrace," the Red-Scaled Python resembled a withered tree swaying in the wind, rotating counter-clockwise as Xiao Yan deliberately twisted his body.
Its massive body swayed uncontrollably within the narrow encirclement, and the situation that should have been under the control of the Red-Scaled Python was now in Xiao Yan's hands.
"Hiss hiss hiss..."
The hissing sound of wind breaking gradually resounded, and the swaying of the Red-Scaled Python even affected the three battle circles. The three middle-aged men and the three Red-Scaled Python also stopped their fierce collisions. The three Nine-Star Dou Di all looked at the giant snake, which was like a windmill, with astonishment. Especially when their gaze fell on Xiao Yan, who was at the center of the scene, the shock in their hearts became even more intense.
"Hiss!"
This scene also caused the other three Red-Scaled Python to roar and twist their bodies. Their huge tails hooked onto the swaying Red-Scaled Python's body from three directions, trying to stop it from moving.
"Buzz..."
The invisible void rippled violently, causing the giant beast in Xiao Yan to pause. Almost simultaneously, the Red-Scaled Python, regaining its senses, abruptly twisted its body. Its head, which had been flung out, snapped back, and the moment its gaping maw opened, a massive beam of Dou Qi burst forth, shooting straight at Xiao Yan.
"Hey."
With a cold laugh, as Xiao Yan watched the beam of Dou Qi shoot towards him, the illusory image holding the Red-Scaled Python's tail swung violently. The terrifying force caused the Red-Scaled Python's tail to immediately and uncontrollably block in front of Xiao Yan.
"Bang!"
A dull thud resounded, instantly tearing flesh and splattering blood everywhere. Painful roars transformed into waves of invisible sound, sweeping across the land.
"Heh, what a beast! When he gets ruthless, he'll even hit himself!"
A cold smile crept across Xiao Yan's lips as he flashed to the top of the violently writhing snake tail. Seeing the massive tail, its white bones exposed and dripping with blood, a chilling light shone in Xiao Yan's eyes.
"Seeing you bleeding so much, let me help you stop the bleeding!"
As the cold shout fell from his mouth, a chilling white flame suddenly ignited on Xiao Yan's body, turning him into a human torch.
"Drink!"
The instant flames engulfed his body, Xiao Yan shot downwards like a meteor, piercing the Red-Scaled Python Red-Scaled Python's tail amidst its even more painful roars!
"Roar!"
The screams went from shrill to hoarse, until they were silent, but the pain was still terrifying even without experiencing it firsthand.
The charred marks from the flames covered half of the Red-Scaled Python's body. The bleeding had indeed stopped, but along with the stop, the Red-Scaled Python's control over its tail had also been restored.
"Laugh!"
After the pain comes an even more violent madness.
The Red-Scaled Python's massive body writhed violently, charging recklessly at Xiao Yan with incredible speed and sheer size.
At the same time, the other three giant pythons also focused their attention on Xiao Yan.
However, just as they were about to attack the latter, the three middle-aged men each dodged and blocked them.
"Haha, young man, I didn't expect you to be a hidden master like us. Hand over these three beasts to us, and as for it, I'll leave it to you!"
The three middle-aged men grinned. The current situation was undoubtedly what they wanted to see most, but it was also what they least expected.
Who would have thought that a young man in black robes, who looked so young, would possess such terrifying strength? Even they, as Nine-Star Dou Di, felt a sense of dread about this strength. Fortunately, they were on the same side as the former.
Hearing the loud laughter of the three middle-aged men, Xiao Yan nodded heavily. Having these three help him hold off the other three Red-Scaled Python was undoubtedly the best outcome.
With a shift in his footwork, Xiao Yan effortlessly used the Heavenly Severing Steps, easily dodging the Red-Scaled Python's attack. Just as Xiao Yan was about to make a move, he frowned and glanced at the southern land.
With his powerful Spiritual Strength, he could vaguely sense several other hidden auras approaching.
"Um?"
With his eyes half-closed, Xiao Yan swung his arm to block the Red-Scaled Python's attack. Then, he slowly turned around and turned his gaze back to the Red-Scaled Python.
"It seems the current situation doesn't allow me to delay any longer. In that case, I have no choice but to finish this quickly!"
He chuckled softly, but the Red-Scaled Python seemed to understand him, roaring and charging at Xiao Yan without hesitation.
"Laugh!"
Facing the oncoming Red-Scaled Python, Xiao Yan neither dodged nor evaded. His body trembled slightly, and the illusory image behind him shook violently. Following Xiao Yan's body, it flashed and instantly appeared in front of the Red-Scaled Python. The difference in size between the two was like that between a mountain and a plain. Such a difference in size, coupled with this seemingly crazy action, would probably only make one think of four words in the eyes of an ordinary person.
Mayflies tarnish trees!
However, this is not the case.
With his right arm bent and fist clenched, the illusory figure behind him moved exactly like Xiao Yan. Facing the massive Red-Scaled Python, Xiao Yan didn't use any fancy moves. Instead, he chose the most direct method: head-on confrontation!
"Bang!"
With a single punch, the void in front of Xiao Yan collapsed with a whoosh. A terrifying force condensed into an invisible wind wall in front of him. The heavy fist slammed into the body of the Red-Scaled Python. The hard snake scales only lasted for less than a breath before they suddenly shattered. The flesh and blood body beneath was even more vulnerable!
A terrifying force poured outwards, and the Red-Scaled Python's body rapidly caved in like a deflated balloon. The sound of bones breaking echoed like piano keys, a horrific sight that was almost unbearable to witness.
The colossal beast was forcefully stopped in front of Xiao Yan by a single punch. The latter remained unmoved, while the Red-Scaled Python seemed to be nailed to the void. No matter how immense the power surging from its body was, it was ultimately to no avail.
Even the Red-Scaled Python was no match for Xiao Yan when he went all out.
"Roar!"
Amidst cries of anguish and madness, the Red-Scaled Python struggled to turn its massive head, opened its mouth wide, and its countless fangs snapped shut like a vengeful ghost. Then, to the astonishment of the surrounding crowd, it swallowed Xiao Yan whole!
Even the three Nine-Star Dou Di were stunned and shocked by this scene.
"This... this kid won't be...?"
The three men's expressions changed drastically. They were acutely aware of the terrifying power of the Red-Scaled Python. Once swallowed by it, the consequences were obvious. And now, with Xiao Yan swallowed by this Red-Scaled Python, his fate was even more predictable...
"Sigh, even if you're absolutely certain, you can't afford to be so reckless. In the end, this kid still got himself into trouble."
The three sighed, none of them able to bear the sight. Such extraordinary talent, yet it still led to his downfall...
However, at that very moment, everyone present suddenly noticed that after swallowing Xiao Yan, the Red-Scaled Python remained completely still.
It wasn't until ten breaths later that they gradually saw that a thin layer of ice had unknowingly covered the surface of the Red-Scaled Python.
What is that?
Everyone was astonished and secretly suspicious. Then, a series of soft cracking sounds came from inside the Red-Scaled Python. The surrounding Dou Di experts immediately changed their expressions and carefully retreated.
Meanwhile, the battle between the three Nine-Star Dou Di and the three-headed Red-Scaled Python was escalating even more fiercely.
"Bang!"
A sudden explosion resounded throughout the land, causing everyone present to change their expressions instantly. They clearly saw the Red-Scaled Python, which had just swallowed Xiao Yan, burst apart inch by inch before their very eyes. This bizarre scene startled all who witnessed it, filling them with inexplicable fear.
Then, something even more shocking happened.
As the Red-Scaled Python's body exploded, a young man dressed in black robes reappeared unharmed in everyone's sight. And who else could this person be but Xiao Yan?