"You're the bastard, your whole family are bastards. Laozi 'm a tortoise, a turtle!"
Upon hearing Xu Long's words, the old tortoise was filled with rage and roared at Xu Long.
"Uh, is there any difference?"
Xu Long asked tentatively.
"Turtle, also known as soft-shelled turtle or common turtle, is a different species. While all turtles, except for alligator snapping turtles, can retract their heads and limbs into their shells, turtles can only retract their heads. All common soft-shelled turtles can only live in freshwater, although many can live in seawater. Common soft-shelled turtles have pointed heads, teeth, and are aggressive, while common turtles have round heads, no teeth, and are relatively docile. Common soft-shelled turtles have flat carapaces with a soft outer membrane and a skirt-like edge, while common turtles have very hard shells with thirteen petals."
The old tortoise finished explaining the differences between the two in one breath, then proudly raised its head and said, "Do you understand now?"
"Well..."
Xu Long looked exasperated. Was this old turtle crazy? Why was he trying to educate him about turtles and tortoises?
He came to fight the enemy, not to study!
"I think I understand!"
Xu Long mumbled something, then gave a wink, and the Vermilion Bird, which had been waiting impatiently, let out a fierce cry and rushed forward.
boom!
A raging inferno erupted, instantly engulfing the old tortoise.
The little fellow was formed by a master of the Pure Yang Dao Sect drawing upon the power of the Vermilion Bird, and naturally possesses a trace of the Vermilion Bird's might.
The Fire of Supreme Yang is enough to wreak havoc on any demon that cultivates yin attributes.
"Damn human, you attacked me from behind!"
The old tortoise cursed angrily, leaving Xu Long speechless.
It was Vermilion Bird who launched the sneak attack, not him!
How could Xu Long, such a pure, kind, and spotless person, possibly launch a sneak attack?
Right!
A sniper rifle appeared out of thin air in his hand, and he aimed at the old turtle's round head before firing decisively.
boom!
The air vibrated, and the earth roared.
With a single shot, everything within a hundred meters was destroyed by the recoil.
The bullet was made of Power of Extreme Yang, Absolute Yin, and it arrived in front of the old tortoise the moment it was fired, giving him no chance to react.
Pfft!
The turtle's head was injured, and blood gushed out like a fountain from the opening that resembled a horse's eye.
"Awooooo!"
The old tortoise couldn't help but let out a miserable scream, its head trembling violently.
Unable to catch Xu Long, he stretched out his neck and tried to bite Vermilion Bird.
Although the little guy isn't a real Vermilion Bird, he still has some of its charm.
With a flap of its wings, it darted down and landed steadily on the old tortoise's back, then pecked the old tortoise's head hard.
Pfft!
After Vermilion Bird took that bite, blood started gushing from his bald head again.
At this point, the old tortoise finally realized it had met its match.
Ten Heaven-Shaking Thunder left him severely injured, a bullet compounded his wounds, and with the Vermilion Bird nearby, the Eight Gates Yang-Locking Formation provided further protection.
How do I fight this?
There's no way to fight!
The old tortoise roared and decisively retracted its head into its shell.
Fighting is out of the question, absolutely out of the question in this lifetime. Running away is also impossible; the only way to barely cling to life is to hide like a turtle. Retracting my head and limbs into my shell feels like going home, much better than being exposed.
The old tortoise's resolve grew stronger with each thought.
Not only that, he also used movable plates to cover the six openings on his limbs, head, and tail, making his defenses so impenetrable that no needle could be inserted and no water could be poured in. No one could do anything to him.
The old tortoise's method was embarrassing, but it was also very effective.
However, he seemed to have forgotten one thing: when he first came out of the water, he was blasted with two large gashes by Heaven-Shaking Thunder.
"Chirp!"
Vermilion Bird scoffed disdainfully. This old tortoise was so reckless, it was the first time she had ever seen such a foolish fellow.
A large mouthful of flame was sprayed onto the wound, and a faint aroma of charred flesh wafted into the nostrils.
"Chirp?"
The Vermilion Bird perked up and couldn't resist taking a peck.
Although it was a little undercooked, it tasted quite good.
"Chirp chirp chirp!"
After letting out a few excited chirps, the Vermilion Bird began to breathe fire continuously.
The old tortoise would rather be roasted by the Vermilion Bird than lower its defenses and fight him.
"What's going on? Has this idiot gone mad?"
Looking at the Vermilion Bird riding on the back of the old tortoise and calling out incessantly, Xu Long was filled with questions.
The current situation is very favorable for Xu Long; if the stalemate continues, he will surely win.
However, Xu Long's face showed no joy whatsoever; instead, it was filled with solemnity.
The old tortoise had cultivated itself for countless years, and even stones became extremely shrewd.
Furthermore, Nascent Soul Stage stage experts are all extraordinary; if they were truly so easy to kill, they wouldn't be called Demon Kings.
Hangzhou City, the old fox looked at the massive formation inside the city and a smile crept across his lips.
She and the old tortoise were friends for many years, so how could she possibly stand idly by and watch him be schemed against?
Furthermore, having just completed her magical artifact and experienced the excellent effects of the Power of Extreme Yang, Absolute Yin, the old fox yearned for more.
"Humans, interesting humans..."
The old fox muttered to himself and soon arrived at the shore of West Lake.
"Wow, it's the Eight Gates Yang-Locking Formation! Looks like he obtained something left behind by the Pure Yang Dao Sect. Ten years ago, I really wouldn't have dared to go in, but now... hehe..."
Two drops of blazing white blood flew out from the old fox's body and slammed into the Eight Gates Yang-Locking Formation below.
She used the five drops of blood left behind by Xu Long to refine a magical artifact. She failed three times, but finally succeeded with the last two drops.
The Power of Extreme Yang tore through the air and instantly landed on the Eight Gates Yang-Locking Formation.
It was like a piece of scorching iron falling into snow, encountering no resistance whatsoever.
Two drops of blood broke through the Eight Gates Yang-Locking Formation, and the old fox followed suit.
"Long time no see, young man..."
The old fox's voice came from above, tender and seductive, yet without the slightest sense of incongruity.
Fox spirits are known for their seductive charm, let alone an old fox that has cultivated for over a thousand years.
Even after she transformed into a young girl, she still couldn't hide her flirtatious nature.
"Did the shopkeeper come here to have a deeper conversation about our relationship, or to save the old tortoise?"
Xu Long looked at the old fox, his face calm and composed, showing no sign of panic.
"This old tortoise and I have been friends for many years; I hope you can do me a favor."
The old fox suddenly turned its head and spoke in a hoarse voice, half pleading and half threatening.
"Oh? What if I don't sell it?"
Xu Long smiled and asked.
"Hehe, you definitely will."
"Yeah?"
Xu Long snorted coldly, "That old tortoise is doomed today. I said, no matter who comes, it won't make a difference."
"Since that's the case, then don't blame me for bullying the weak."
Seeing that Xu Long refused to back down, the old fox didn't waste any more words and directly revealed his true form.
Six tails swayed behind its rear end, exuding a terrifying aura.
The Vermilion Bird is, after all, one of the most precious legacies of the Pure Yang Dao Sect, and it is not so easy to deal with.
If she's not careful, even she might fall victim to this.