In the boundless Gobi Desert, the blazing sun hangs high, like a fireball, releasing scorching heat that bakes the earth below.
At this moment, above a desolate Gobi Desert, a group of people and a three-headed python stood high in the sky. The scorching air was filled with tension, and the aftershocks of the fierce battle a moment ago had not yet subsided. But at this moment, their gazes were all fixed on a young man in black robes in the center of the field.
The latter stood upright in the void, one hand behind his back and the other outstretched forward, a pale white flame slowly rising in his palm, releasing a terrifyingly high temperature that was truly frightening.
Compared to the blazing sun high overhead, this pale white flame was far more terrifying!
Looking at the unharmed black-robed youth in the arena, everyone present was genuinely shocked. Even the three Nine-Star Dou Di were equally astonished. Of course, the three remaining Red-Scaled Python were undoubtedly even more terrified.
Seeing their companion die so bizarrely before their eyes, even they, who are naturally bloodthirsty, cannot help but feel fear.
In the sky, Xiao Yan Xiao Yan withdrew his hand, which was still engulfed in flames. At the same time, the fist-sized ball of essence blood contained within the flames was also stored in his Storage Ring.
This mass of essence blood belonged to the Red-Scaled Python, containing extremely powerful and violent energy. That energy was exactly what Xiao Yan needed to temper his physical body; however, the amount seemed somewhat unsatisfactory.
Putting away his essence blood, Xiao Yan turned his gaze, his icy eyes shooting directly at the remaining three Red-Scaled Python. His chilling gaze caused the three enormous creatures to tremble slightly. In the face of absolute power, outward strength meant nothing.
As Xiao Yan's gaze fell upon the three Red-Scaled Python, the three Nine-Star Dou Di Xiao Yan flashed to his side, their murderous eyes also landing on the three giant pythons.
The original three-against-four situation remained unchanged; however, the relationship between the hunter and the prey had undergone a dramatic transformation.
"Roar..."
With a low hiss, the three-headed Red-Scaled Python involuntarily retreated. Faced with this situation, if they continued to stay, they would likely pay an even heavier price. Unconsciously, escape became the only option for these three giant beasts.
In the void, Xiao Yan watched the three figures depart without making any attempt to stop them. The three middle-aged men beside him also breathed a sigh of relief. Only after confirming that the three auras had completely disappeared from their perception range did the three men let out a long sigh of relief, come back to their senses, cup their hands in a respectful greeting to Xiao Yan, and smile:
"Hehe, we owe this trouble to you, sir; otherwise, we probably wouldn't know how we would have handled it."
Turning his gaze back, seeing the relaxed expressions on the faces of the three middle-aged men, Xiao Yan shook his head and frowned, saying:
"Gentlemen, now is not the time to let our guard down. I sense several other forces approaching us. If we stay here any longer, we may face even greater trouble. Therefore, I would appreciate it if you could show us the way and help us leave this place."
Upon hearing Xiao Yan's words, the three middle-aged men were momentarily stunned, as they had not sensed any approaching aura.
However, despite this, having witnessed Xiao Yan's power, the three of them had no doubts about what he said.
Nodding, the three immediately gathered the remaining Dou Di experts, and after being given directions, the group headed north.
After the tense atmosphere of the previous journey, everyone was on edge, not daring to relax for a moment. Their speed was much faster than usual. However, the crowd followed closely behind Xiao Yan, while the three Nine-Star Dou Di led the way separately.
Faced with this scene in the group, the three middle-aged men could only feel slightly embarrassed, but they dared not slow down their pace in the slightest.
Shortly after this group left the site of the previous battle, sure enough, several giant beasts charged in, their towering presence no less imposing than the previous Red-Scaled Python. It was unimaginable that if this group had continued to linger there, they would likely have had no chance of survival today.
Sensing the terrifying and powerful aura emanating from afar, the three middle-aged men's expressions changed, and they flew forward even faster. At the same time, a hint of respect unconsciously appeared in their eyes as they looked at Xiao Yan.
It wasn't until much later that the group finally moved away from the area where the battle had taken place. Meanwhile, the blazing sun, which had been hanging in the sky, had unknowingly set below the western horizon.
As dusk approached, the day was drawing to a close, and what awaited this group was another long yet fleeting night, as well as an uncertain tomorrow.
As dusk fell, the group, guided by three Nine-Star Dou Di Battle Emperors), temporarily stopped in front of a strange rock. In this Red Silk Gobi, even at night, the wind blowing in the air was still unbearable. Therefore, this strange rock became an excellent place for them to temporarily avoid the fierce wind.
Not long after the group settled under these boulders, it had become completely dark. After thanking Xiao Yan again, the three middle-aged men dispersed around the perimeter of the group, cautiously observing their surroundings.
Compared to the daytime, the Red Silk Gobi at night is undoubtedly more dangerous, which is one of the reasons why they stopped there.
As for Xiao Yan, he was sitting cross-legged atop a huge rock. With a flick of his hand, the essence blood of the Red-Scaled Python that he had obtained during the day reappeared in his palm.
A thin layer of pale white flames enveloped the viscous blood, and even with the flames as a barrier, the violent power within still seeped outwards. The volatile aura made one's blood boil, and one couldn't help but want to let out a long howl.
Looking at the mass of essence blood before him, Xiao Yan smiled. This kind of violent power was exactly what he needed. It was just a pity that the essence blood from this one Red-Scaled Python was still a bit insufficient. If it weren't for avoiding those guys later, Xiao Yan really wouldn't have been willing to let those three leave so easily.
Thinking of this, Xiao Yan shook his head with a slight regret. Then, without further hesitation, he opened his mouth, and with a surge of suction, he swallowed the fist-sized mass of blood whole.